Tiki Oasis 2023 program

Stock Up for YourTiki Oasis Adventure

A Liquor Outpost on an Exotic Isle!

Get ready for an epic Tiki Oasis with provisions from Trader Mort’s! Embark on a journey through our store, exquisitely refurbished by Bamboo Ben, and indulge in the frosty delights of our new Beer Hut. Explore our extensive assortment of rums and other bewitching spirits that will invigorate your adventurous soul. And don’t forget to grab a Mr. Tiki mug, inspired by the legendary idol that watches over all who venture within our tropical paradise.

Welcome to Tiki

Whether you are above it, below it, or just beside it – The sea is full of life. Sea creatures and Sirens with alluring voices abound. Friendly fish and fancy tidepools dwellers frolic on the surface of The Enchanted Sea, but less benign beings lurk in the depths. Fathoms below the surface giant Angler Fish, ancient Kraken, and man-eating whales await unwitting divers, swimmers, and rum-soaked sailors that happen overboard.

Trust your Tiki Oasis Master Sea Captain, King Kukulele, and his crew to take the helm and chart a course for tranquil waters. King will have the help of seasoned seamen Tom Kenny & the Hi-Seas, and San Diego’s own Seabase.

We welcome on board our world-traveling guests who braved the high seas to make landfall on the shores of Tiki Oasis: Mixologist “Just Abby” left the Land Down Under, The Lucky Land, to tip her hand at Tiki Oasis; ; Global Rum Ambassador Ian Burrell hails from the safe harbor of London; the fearless sailors known as I Belli di Waikiki embarked from Italy; Messer Chups navigated from St. Petersburg, Russia; Ghoulygal set course from Canada; L´Exotighost voyaged from Madrid; The Charades circumnavigated from Finland; Sir Bald Diddley surfed in from the UK; Mohama Saz sailed from Madrid; and a great big “Ahoy!” to Man or Astroman? who are joining us from unknown parts of the universe!

If you’d rather be by the sea than upon it - then drop into Sven Kirsten’s Beachcomber seminar and learn all about flotsam and jetsam of Tiki bars. Whether they are searching for sea glass in the sand or finding fishnets, glass floats, or fish skeletons on the shores, Beachcombers are the backbone of Tiki bar decor, bringing their sea debris back home. This year at Tiki Oasis we host the world’s most famous Beachbum, Jeff Berry hailing from the port city of New Orleans

By far the most entrancing element of any enchanted sea is the sultry saltwater mermaids. Often honored as Figureheads of famous ships, no sea party would be complete without mermaids. This year at Tiki Oasis you will have many opportunities to rub fins with mermaids from around the country. Meet America’s most famous mermaid, MeduSirena the Fire-Eating Mermaid, Wednesday night at the Opening Party which features a mermaid photo op; Mark your calendar for Saturday at 3pm for the Mermaid Meet-Up at the main pool

Dare to dive in, or at least dip your toe in, and enjoy Tiki Oasis, The Enchanted Sea.

Sincerely,

Otto & Baby Doe

Samba Doce Mel

Gunpowder Tea & IRISH CURIOSITY

©2023 Palm Bay International, Boca Raton, FL

Sir Bald Diddley

Tom Kenny & The Hi-Seas

Eric Musick

Lee Joseph

Hosted by El Vez and Miss Tiki Oasis

Dacara Marie & Mille Rose Mitchell

Bunny Pistol

Alaina Rose Lee @alainaroselee

Dacara Marie @dacarabutmakeitvintage

Photo: @thesacredwildphotography

Millie Rose Mitchell @millie_rose_mitchell SAN DIEGO

Sc he du le We dn e s day

TIME EVENT LOCATION

3:00 PM - 10:00 PM Registration, Tickets and Will Call for Wednesday and Deluxe Pass Holders Only Town and Country Foyer

Welcome to the Mysterious Magical Tiki Oasis

Opening Night Meet ‘n Mingle!

See Friends! Say Aloha to New Friends! Dress to Impress!

Photo Booths & Other Surprises!

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Disc Jockey: Lee Joseph Town and Country Foyer

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Disc Jockey: Otto von Stroheim Grub + Grog Available for Purchase Flamingo Lawn

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM LIVE in person The Strange and Wonderful Award-Winning Magician

Zabrecky, intriguing bellydancing by Disco Iskandar Lamp Show & Pop Up Art Show Opening “Enchanted Sea” & Cocktails Created by Top Mixologists!

Pacific Ballroom

Sc he du le Thu r s day

TIME EVENT LOCATION

AM - 9:30 AM Movement Class with MeduSirena & Pilikia (FREE event)

AM - 9:30 AM Friends of Bill W meeting

AM - 4:00 PM

AM

Oasis Photo Studio (Stop by to Make an Appointment!)

12:30 PM Disc Jockey: DJ Lucky Ritz

AM - 11:00 AM History of Swimwear with Dave Temple

AM - 12:30 PM Disc Jockey: Tanoa "Samoa Boy"

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tiki Oasis 14th Annual Art Show & 2nd Annual Lamp Show All Original Artwork is For Sale…Open to the Public!

AM - 4:00 PM Beauty BouTiki (Limited Walk-Ups Available)

AM - 11:00 PM Tiki Oasis Information Desk

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Mysterious Marriage of Coffee & Tropical Cocktails with Egor Polonskiy Sponsored by Patron (21+ Event)

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Our Own Paradise. History of Black-Owned American Resorts with Leslie "Dottie" Van Every

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Tropical Tasting #1

Sponsored by California Rum Festival. Featuring Angostura Caribbean Rum, Clever Fox Rum, Denizen Rum, El Dorado Rum, Frogtown Brewing, Malahat Spirits, 9north Rum, & Kona Bar Chocolates. (21+ Event)

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Town & Country Ballroom A

12:30 PM - 3:00 PM Disc Jockey: Eric Musick Poolside

12:30 PM - 3:00 PM Disc Jockey: Tiki Pops Flamingo Lawn

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Growing a Jungle at Disneyland with David "Dr. Skipper" Marley Sponsored by Don Papa

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Sea is for Cocktail: Navigating the Murky Waters of Nautical Libations with Adam Rains Sponsored by Pusser's Rum (21+ Event)

Town & Country Ballroom B

Town & Country Ballroom C

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Tiki Swizzle Swap (FREE event) Palm Room 3

2:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tiki Oasis Registration and Will Call

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Cocktails with Tiki Oasis - Deluxe Resort Passholders ONLY. Co-Sponsored by Don Q Rum, Dos Maderas Rum, Flor de Cana Rum, Patrón, Ritual Zero Proof & Tanduay Rum with Cocktails Created by Top Mixologists from Don the Beachcomber, The Golden Tiki, Pigtails Cocktails, Snake Oil Cocktail Company and More! (21+ Event)

Town & Country Foyer

Pacific Ballroom

Sc he du le Thu r s day

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Disc Jockey: Joe Tropicana Flamingo Lawn

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Tropical Tasting #2

Sponsored by California Rum Festival. Featuring Angostura Caribbean Rum, Clever Fox Rum, Denizen Rum, El Dorado Rum, Frogtown Brewing, Malahat Spirits, 9north Rum, & Kona Bar Chocolates. (21+ Event)

& Country Ballroom A

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Disc Jockey: Rockin’ DJ Amy Dee Poolside

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Mx Tiki Oasis 2023 Poolside Strut – Meet The Finalists! Poolside

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM The Torrid Story of Fassionola with Martin S. Lindsay, Gregorio Pantoja & Doc Parks

Sponsored by Denizen Rum (21+ Event)

& Country Ballroom C

TIKI OASIS THURSDAY NIGHT SHOWCASE

Location: Main Stage at the Martini Lawn • Emcee: King Kukulele

5:00 PM Infernal Order of the Black Flame Hollywood Film Noirchestra

6:00 PM Hollywood Film Noirchestra

6:45 PM Mx Tiki Oasis Contest hosted by El Vez & Miss Tiki Oasis Dacara Marie & Millie Rose Mitchell

7:30 PM Jason Hanna and The Swingin’ Bananas

8:55 PM The New Les Baxter Orchestra

TIKI OASIS LATE NIGHT

10:00 PM Official Suite Soirees 21+

Must have Event Ticket for Entry

Tower Suites

10:30 PM Live Music: Red Fox Tails

Featuring Ruby Champagne, Tana the Tattooed Lady, Wild Tiger Woman, Nadia Lotte, Core D’Luxe, Yvette Santos & Moxie Gold

18+ Event: Must Have Event Ticket for Entry

Ballroom

Ballroom Midnight– 2:00 AM Midnight Burlesque Show with Emcee Tito Bonito

Sc he du le Fr iday

AM - 11:30 AM Pearl of Wisdom: The Iconic Art of August Holland with Eric Lussier

AM -

PM

Tiki Oasis 2023 "Eekum Bookum" Mug Sale

Legend Returns: Don the Beachcomber

Jockey: Madame X

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Craft Your Own Bitters Workshop with Tiki Lindy Sponsored by Plantation Rum (21+ Event)

Co-Sponsored by Big Marble Organics, Codigo 1530, Don Q Rum, Flor de Cana Rum, Kove, Kuleana Rum, Mad Tasty & Tanduay Rum (21+ Event)

& Country Ballroom A

& Country Ballroom C 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Drink Well. Do Good. #A

PM - 3:00 PM Disc Jockey: Sen ~ or Amour

Lawn 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM CA's Forgotten Bars & Restaurants with Patrick Quinn Sponsored by El Dorado Rum

& Country Ballroom E 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Ukulele Strum and Sing with Steve Conrad & Juliet Frew Palm Room 3

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM The Derby Daiquiri and Beyond with Kern Mattei & Jim "Hurricane" Hayward

Sponsored by Don Q Rum (21+ Event)

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM LIVE MUSIC: The Charades

& Country Ballroom B

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM The Marriage of Tiki and Surfing: Unlocking the Courtship through Sport, Music and Media with Bo Bennett

& Country Ballroom E 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Disc Jockey: Bird Calls

Sc he du le Fr iday

TIME EVENT LOCATION

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Drink Well. Do Good. #B

Co-Sponsored by Big Marble Organics, Codigo 1530, Don Q Rum, Flor de Cana Rum, Kove, Kuleana Rum, Mad Tasty & Tanduay Rum (21+ Event)

Town & Country Ballroom A

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Disc Jockey: Astro 138 Poolside

3:00 PM - 8:00 PM Marketplace Preview featuring over 135+ Vendors Must have Event Ticket for Entry Golden State Ballroom

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Hawaiian Rum: from Ko to Cocktail with Steve Jefferson Sponsored by Kuleana Rum Works

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Melanated Tiki & Tiki Oasis Diversity Council Presents: Marvelous and Melanated

Sponsored by El Dorado Rum

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM The 13th Annual Sip ‘n Shop

Featuring Diplomatico Rum, Don Papa, Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, 9north Rum & Voodoo Ranger with Cocktails Created by Don the Beachcomber, The Grass Skirt, Pigtails Cocktails, Strong Water Anaheim and More! Must have Event Ticket for Entry

Town & Country Ballroom C

Lookout Patio (Pacific Ballroom)

Golden State Ballroom

TIKI OASIS FRIDAY NIGHT SHOWCASE

Location: Main Stage at the Martini Lawn • Emcee: King Kukulele

5:00 PM Tikitronic

5:30 PM Costume Contest: Tiki Tots & Tweens

6:00 PM The Charades

6:45 PM Costume Contest: Solos and Groups

7:45 PM Tikiyaki Orchestra

9:00 PM I Belli Di Waikiki

TIKI OASIS LATE NIGHT

10:00 PM

Official Suite Soirees

Co-Sponsored by Don Papa, Dos Maderas Rum & Drumshanbo Gunpowder

Irish Gin, Flor de Cana Rum, Kove, Liquid Alchemist Premium Cocktails, Lucca’s Snake Bite Lounge & Tanduay Rum, 9north Rum & Cassera Galleries

21+ Event: Must have Event Ticket for Entry

Palm Tower Suites

11:00 PM Live Music: L´Exotighost Pacific Ballroom

Midnight– 2:00 AM Midnight Burlesque Show with Emcee Vita DeVoid.

Featuring Kitten de Ville, Winter Sinclair, Jolie Goodnight, Something Blue, Bunny Pistol, Coco L’Amour, Ruby Joule & Tito Bonito

Pacific Ballroom

Sc he du le Sa tu r day

AM - 9:30 AM Friends of Bill W meeting

AM - 9:30 AM Movement Class with Kiki Lovelace (FREE event)

AM - 4:00 PM Tiki Oasis Photo Studio (Stop by to Make an Appointment!)

Jockey: Nuria

AM - 12:30 PM Disc Jockey The Garage Volcano with DJ Dirt Chylde

AM - 11:00 AM The Secret Life of Vincent Price, Tiki Collector! with Cammo Sponsored by Kove

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Dances from the Caribbean Islands - Merengue, Cha Cha, and Salsa with Steve Conrad and Juliet Frew

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tiki Oasis 14th Annual Art Show & 2nd Annual Lamp Show

All original artwork is for sale…Open to the Public!

Featured Artist: Crazy Al (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM)

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Beauty BouTiki (Limited Walk-Ups Available)

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tiki Oasis Marketplace – 135+ Vendors Selling Their Wares! FREE Event

Oasis Information Desk

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM Novelty Hat & Purse Rendezvous

11:00 AM - Noon Book Signing with Adam Rains, David Marley, John Mulder of Eekum Bookum, Odd Rodney, Martin S. Lindsay and Gregorio Pantoja, Patrick Quinn, SHAG, Sven Kirsten, Federico Hernandez, Susana Andregg from Velvet Gazette, Tiki Lindy, Tiki Tom-Tom, and Tom Laura

11:00 AM - Noon King Kukulele's Uke Jam

& Country Foyer

& Country Foyer

Golden State Ballroom

Palm Room 3

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Libations from the Island Down Under with Just Abby

Co-Sponsored by Starward Australian Whisky & Lucca's Snake Bite Lounge (21+ Event)

Town & Country Ballroom C Noon - 1:00 PM SHAG Store Pop-Up

Town & Country Foyer Noon - 1:00 PM

Paranormal Pacific with Deb Marley

Sponsored by Deadhead Rum

Town & Country Ballroom E Noon - 2:00 PM Disc Jockey: Mike LaVella

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Tropical Tasting #3

Sponsored by California Rum Festival. Featuring Don Papa, Drumshanbo

Gunpowder Irish Gin, Liquid Alchemist Cocktail Syrups, Myrtle Bank Rum, Plantation Rum, Pusser’s Rum, Vecchio Amaro Del Capo, & Kona Bar Chocolates. (21+ Event)

Poolside

Town & Country Ballroom A

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Disc Jockey: Tony Tyger Flamingo Lawn

Sc he du le Sa tu r day

TIME EVENT LOCATION

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Aloha Caftan Society Parade Town & Country Foyer

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Under The Sea with Disney with Robert Short Sponsored by Kove Town & Country Ballroom B

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Sip n’ Shop at the Tiki Oasis Marketplace

Featuring Cutwater Spirits, Don Papa, Flor de Cana Rum, Licor 43 & Ritual Zero Proof with Cocktails Created by Lime in the Coconut, Snake Oil Cocktail Company and More!

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM The History of Rum with Global Rum Ambassador Ian Burrell

Co-Sponsored by Don Q Rum, Myrtle Bank Rum & Reàl Infused Exotics (21+ Event)

2:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tiki Oasis Registration and Will Call OPENS

Golden State Ballroom

Town & Country Ballroom C

Town & Country Foyer

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM LIVE MUSIC: PAR AVION Poolside

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Tiki History Reimagined: The Restoration and Reopening of The Mai-Kai with Jim "Hurricane" Hayward with Special Guests Kern Mattei & "Typhoon Tommy" Allsmiller Sponsored by Don Q Rum

Town & Country Ballroom E

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Mermaid Meet-Up hosted by MeduSirena the Fire Eating Mermaid Poolside

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Tiki Oasis Book Club "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" with Karen Finlay

Sponsored by Pusser's Rum

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Disc Jockey: Anja & Mike Stax

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Tropical Tasting #4:

Sponsored by California Rum Festival. Featuring Don Papa, Drumshanbo

Gunpowder Irish Gin, Liquid Alchemist Cocktail Syrups, Myrtle Bank Rum, Plantation Rum, Pusser’s Rum, Vecchio Amaro Del Capo, & Kona Bar Chocolates. (21+ Event)

Palm Room 3

Flamingo Lawn

Town & Country Ballroom A

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Disc Jockey: Zombierella Poolside

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Thrillas from Manila: Famous Filipino Tiki Barmen with Jeff “Beachbum” Berry

Co-Sponsored by Tanduay Rum & Reàl Infused Exotics

Town & Country Ballroom C

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Lavender Luau & Tiki Oasis Diversity Council Presents...LGBTiki Meet-Up

Co-Sponsored by Cutwater Spirits & Mad Tasty

Polynesiacs: Navigating a Home Tiki Bar with Tiki Tom-Tom

Sponsored by 9north Rum

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM The Jungle {Live Podcast Taping} with David "Dr. Skipper" Marley & Trevor Kelly (FREE event)

Lookout Point (Pacific Ballroom)

Town & Country Ballroom B

Town & Country Ballroom E

Sc he du le Sa tu r day

TIME EVENT LOCATION

TIKI OASIS SATURDAY NIGHT SHOWCASE

Location: Main Stage at the Martini Lawn • Emcee: King Kukulele

4:30 PM Shorty’s Swingin’ Coconuts

5:20 PM Pearl Harbour Country

6:00 PM SeaBase

7:00 PM Tom Kenny & the Hi-Seas

8:00 PM Messer Chups

9:00 PM Man or Astroman?

TIKI OASIS LATE NIGHT

10:00 PM Official Suite Soirees

Co-Sponsored by Deadhead Rum, Don Papa, Dos Maderas Rum & Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, Flor de Cana Rum, Kove, Liquid Alchemist

Premium Cocktails, Lucca’s Snake Bite Lounge & Tanduay Rum, 9north Rum & Cassera Galleries

21+ Event: Must have Event Ticket for Entry

11:00 PM Live Music: L´Exotighost

Midnight – 2:00 AM Midnight Burlesque Show with Emcee El Vez. Featuring Goddess Egypt BlaqueKnyle, Lola Demure, Bo Vixxen

Pinkie Valentine, Lola Coquette, Holly Dai, Nelly Love & Eva D’Luscious

18+ Event: Must have Event Ticket for Entry

Palm Tower Suites

Pacific Ballroom

Pacific Ballroom

Sc he du le Su n day

TIKI OASIS SUNDAY

SHOWCASE

TOWER

THIS WAY TO ORIGINAL “RIKI TIKI” CARVING

COCKTAILS

DINING

FOOD KIOSK

EST R OO MS

CAMPER ROOMS Rooms 3400-3462

MUST HAVE WRISTBAND TO BE ON PROPERTY AFTER 4 pm

CAN COCKTAILS SOFT DRINKS

ADA PA RKI NG

FIRE PIT

FOOD TRUCKS PARKING

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HAPPY CAMPER ROOMS Rooms 3735-3789

A Classic Paradise Tropical Clothing, Accessories, Decor & Artwork by Tony Ray Holiday

Abby Normal Hangings

AbiNormal Tikis

Flaunt your horror-chic or tikistyle and adorn yourself with our hangings

One-of-a-kind handmade limited-edition ceramics and lamps

All the Shiny Things

Huge selection of vintage costume jewelry and broochesgalore

Amber Ray Accoutrements

One-of-a-kind rhinestoned flowers and accessories

Art of B-Rex Art, Barware, Apparel, Accessories

Art of Doug Horne, The Original art, limited-edition prints, mugs, t-shirts, pins, and glassware

Audrey K Boutique

Audrey K-designed caftans, vintage-inspired swim caps, hair flowers, and sunglasses

Bad Madge & Co. Fashion, home goods, furniture, and accessories

Bali Mantra Handmade exotic jewelry and unique tropical clothes for women

Barefoot Norm Original oil paintings of fun and mirth - no shoes required

Bella Starr

Biggs Tiki (Biggs Studio, LLC.)

BigToe Art

Handmade hats & vintage clothing accessories

Original handmade small-batch Tiki mugs, art, and oddities

Original Pop Surrealist Tiki Art, Prints, Tiki Mugs, Art Books, and other merchandise

BoDo and Bengaloh Tiki Traders

Your premier Shrunken Head dealer

Bowana Original Tiki Mugs, pendants, and artwork

Brand Camp

Bungalowblondie

Carrie Anne Hudson Art

Ceramics by Carol

Mid-Century-Inspired Art Prints and Originals

Vintage paper, pin-ups, books, Hawaii, retro, travel & more

HallowTiki™ art prints, originals, enamel pins, and more

Small-batch handmade traditional Tiki mugs for the discriminating collector

Clever Vintage Clothing

High quality, 100% truevintage aloha wear for men and women, in “wear me now" condition

Cobain Hawaiian nautical props and bamboo building decor

Conrad Young

Tin-Type Photography

A vintage heirloom made of silver and light, one-of-a-kind that will last forever

COOLGEE

Authentic Hawaiian and Polynesian antiques and collectibles

CrazyAL’s TikiMania

SATURDAY ONLY: 30 Years of Tiki Art by Crazy AL EVANS: Wood, Ceramics & Collectibles

Culture Cove Gallery

Purveyors of custom glassware, apparel, and merchandise, including Tiki Oasis official T-shirts and posters

Devon Devereaux Art Original Art, Fine Art Prints, Glassware, Clothing, and more

Don the Beachcomber Brand new Don the Beachcomber merchandise, including mugs, glassware, and apparel! The Legend Returns!

Dr. Skipper Disney and Tiki Cultureinspired art and books

Eric October Hand-built ceramics, paintings, drawings, paper sculptures, pendants, and prints

Exotikee by The Oblong Box Shop

Custom-printed Tiki apparel for the vintage enthusiast

Fancy Fruits A wild hedonist orgy of swizzle crowns, light-up hair flowers, and carnivorous alien plants.

Fat Elvis Tiki

One-of-a-kind handmade Tiki lamps, wood-carved items, and purveyed Tiki items

Gecko'z South Sea Arts Made in Hawaii Tiki Mugs and hand-carved Tikis

Glam Factory Vintage Top-notch 1940s - 1970s men's & women’s vintage clothing and accessories

Golden Tiki, The Thor-designed Mugs, Prints, Cocktail Books, T-shirts & apparel designed by McBiff

Grass Shack Traders Vintage 1940s - 1970s Hawaiian Home Decor

Groovy Grotto, The Oddities is home to Tiki Art, Tribal Curiosities, Pirate Treasure, Nautical Decor, and Unusual Collectibles

Hawaiian Import Gifts

Painted coconuts, neon signs, koa jewelry, and raku pottery from Hawaii

Heidiline One-of-a-kind, handmade vintage and vintage-inspired handbags, aprons, and accessories

Home Aloha Wood wall art, ceramics, glassware, and more

House of Modern Antiquities

Incredible handmade Tikiinspired mugs and props

Hula Hideaway Exotic and rum-soaked Tiki art that tells colorful stories of tropical escapism

Iconic Cocktail Co Handcrafted mixers for cocktails, soda, and coffee

INDOCRAFT Best Tropical Wear Collections

James Owens

Jatiki Custom Surfboard carving

Jeff Granito Designs

Original oil paintings and prints inspired by Tiki culture.

Custom Tikis and surfboard carvings by Jatiki

Vibrant pillow cases, deluxe prints, postcards, bar towels, and more!

Jennafer Grace

Handmade clothing specializing in versatile kimonos, caftans, and bohemian layers

Jesstasmic Sculptor, mold maker, & resin caster of fun things

Johnnie Velour Ceramics

Jungle Ginger Designs

Wheel-thrown, handcrafted ceramic art for your home and Tiki lounge

Exotic Hair Flowers and Accessories

Ken Ruzic Mind-Blowing Paintings, Drawings, Custom Painted Mugs, and other Delights

Kymm! Bang Futuristically retro gravel-art wall panels, home decor, and jewelry

Lady De Couture Give Them Something To Stare At With Lady De & Don Muerto

Lanai Tiki Decor Tiki wall décor

LaurelCanyon1969 Collection of 40s - 70s Hawaiiana and Hollywood Glamour Clothing and Accessories

Liquid Alchemist Premium Cocktail Syrups

Loco Lindo A celebration of vintage inspired tropical and novelty prints across fabulous silhouettes - always made in California!

Lowbrow Literati Artist books, Derek Yaniger Glassware, and Professor Bob mugs — the only Tiki mug that requires a FDA warning

Luau Bar, The San Diego’s one and only Surf-Tiki bar

Lucky Lou Shoes

Hand-carved shoes and accessories like no others in the world!

Mahalo Tiki Unique and handmade Polynesian-pop-culture items

Martiki Mugs

Ocean and botanical-themed drinkware and hand-poured candles

Matterhorn1959 Vintage Hawaiian clothes and mugs

Mcbiff Limited edition designer Mod Tiki wares and original fine art.

Mele Tiki Guys Handmade Christmas ornaments with a tropical vibe and Aloha shirts and accessories for your Tiki mutt

mFrankm Carvings

Hand-carved exotic hardwood Tikis by merchant mariner Matt Merrill

Mischief Motu Fun and fanciful wood goods for lovers of Tiki and adventure

Moni Tapu

Handmade silver jewelry inspired by the islands and the South Pacific

Mookiesato Original art and Tiki mugs from Mookie Sato, Japan

Moore Monsters

Monster-themed sculpted ceramic items, specializing in atomic era movie monsters

Motu Mikey

Limited-edition ceramic mugs and other adventure-themed wares

Msformaldehyde

Unique headgear from mermaids to turbans to flower crowns - all are one-of-a-kind

MTKahuna Vintage Amazing Tropical Fashion, Accessories, and Hawaiiana

Mysterious Rack, The Panama hats, fascinators, felt hats, and reversible custom bathing suits for all body types

Odd Rodney Unique handmade mugs, jewelry, sculpture, and décor

Organic Jewelry by Allie Sustainable tropical jewelry and accessories that transport you to Paradise

Outl1n3 island Kustom Kulture Pottery

PatArtByKevin Uniquely fresh historic signs and patterns art

Pleated Peacock, The The most fabulous one-ofa-kind creations for the discerning Tikiphile!

Pop Culture Explosion!

A cornucopia of vintage vinyl, CDs, DVDs, books, etc.

Poster Pop Original art and prints by top Tiki artists

Princess Madison Creations

Unique spooky headpieces with shrunken heads

Rarabird the PrimitivaDiva

Rawformed Treasures

Fine art fantasy Tiki paintings, high-end hairflowers, and gentlemen’s hat fobs

Handmade organic and oceaninspired jewelry and accessories

Redhead Sadie Vintage Vintage clothing, jewelry, and accessories for everyone, plus Dionysus Records LPs, 45s, CDs, and rare vinyl!

ReefCreeP

Retro Ruthie

Original artwork, Tiki mugs, stickers, and prints

Custom-made Tiki attire in unique novelty prints

Riki Tat Tiki Handmade and carefully-crafted ceramic cocktail mugs

Robert Maya Sculpture Artist

Original artwork mugs and outdoor art

Ron Monster Wall Hangings, Lamps, Pendants, and Magnets

San Diego Comic-Con

Tiki

Tiki-themed merchandise from San Diego Comic-Con

Sarong Social Club One-of-a-kind sarongs and apparel

Schroederville

Tiki Art

Original and hand painted paintings, plaques, palm frond Tiki masks, and wooden fishes and whales

SHAG pop-up store Saturday Only: Fine art prints and limited edition collectibles by artist Josh Agle (aka SHAG)

Sneakytiki Boutique

Spirited Sweets

Chocolates

Spring Candles

Fine vintage clothing and hard to find Hawaiian items

Colorful booze-infused bonbons, using only Certified Fair Trade Chocolate

Original hand-crafted scented Tiki candles along with Rob Roy's hand-crafted frames

Steady Clothing

Stuff-O-Rama

Men's and Women's vintageinspired clothing

Handmade purses and accessories made in collaboration with Tiki artists!

Surfside Sips

Handmade, reusable glass straws, cocktail picks, swizzle sticks, and other cocktail accessories

Swanky’s Vintage Designer of iconic vintage and Hawaiian apparel. Best of truvintage, and accessories.

Sweet Siren Designs For the love of Mermaids and Monsters - when Nautical meets Horror meets Vintage-inspired, with a Tiki Twist!

Taboo and Company

Extraordinary lighting options as unique and bold as your island-inspired style

Tee-Ki Togs Original Acrylic Polynesian Pop and Mid-Century Jewelry Designs on the Tiki Scene

Thor

High quality fine art, prints and merchandise from artist Thor.

Tiki Broker Cement and wood Tiki creations from Southern California

Tiki Carly

Tiki Farm

Hawaii-based Tiki Mug artist

World's largest designer and manufacturer of custom ceramic drink and barware products

Tiki King

Neat Tiki stuff since 1994

Tiki Lei Experience the Fragrance of Aloha and Moisturize Hawaiian Style

Tiki Oasis Merchandise

Event Merchandise including Glassware, Tiki mugs, beach towels and more!

Tiki Objects by Bosko Creating Polynesian Pop Wood Carvings and Ceramics - Handcrafted in Southern California

Tiki Siren, The Individually handmade mugs, mouse ears, torches, wreaths, pins, woodcuts, prints & more!

Tiki Stop, The Your one stop shop for tropical, tribal, and tiki decor!

Tiki tOny Driftwood Tiki Room carvings, limited-edition handmade mugs, affordable Tiki necklaces

TikiCub Designs Artisan Tiki Torches, Lanterns, and Lamps... All for Indoors!

TikiLand Trading Co. Tiki mugs, glassware, clothing, and more!

TikiRob Limited-Edition Tiki Mugs, Shirts, Pendants

Trader Vic’s Trading Post

Trader Vic’s limited-edition 2023 Tiki Oasis Mai Tai glass, beach swag, new mugs, and treasures

Trashy Diva Vintage-inspired clothing ranging in sizes 00-24

Vintage Gal Vintage Hawaiian reproduction matching sets for men and women

Vintage Surf Vintage Hawaiiana art in XXL natural bamboo frames

Volcano Designs Sustainably-made Tiki mod goods from San Diego. Handmade, limited edition apparel for the whole family

Waltersworx

Tiki Birds, Jungle Adventures, and Illusion-eering!

Weena Bee Ceramic Tiki mugs, hula dolls, artwork, and more

Wild About Mary Blair Officially licensed Mary Blair apparel, throws, towels, and accessories

Witchdoctors Den August Holland Tiki Prints

Woody Miller Art Art mugs, carvings, and groovy goods, with a tinge of Tiki and a pinch of pop flair

Your Style Twin Placemats and drink coasters handmade from authentic vintage Hawaiian fabric

Zac's Attic Vintage to near-new Hawaiian clothing for adults and children

Zina Sterling Silver Inspired designs in sterling silver

History of Swimwear

Dive in with Dave Temple as he explores the history of swimwear. As stated by Google Arts & Culture, Few items of clothing have been as revolutionary, or as risqué, as the swimsuit. From full body coverage to the itsy bitsy teeny weeny yellow polka dot bikini, swimsuits have seen endless creative innovations that allow us to take a dip into the water while also looking like we’re walking on a Paris runway. But do you know how we really got to the bikini we all know and love today?

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM • T&C Ballroom E • $15

Dave Temple

Dave Temple, fashion historian, and theatrical costumer, has presented seminars and vintage fashion shows from coast to coast; and has lectured and written about vintage attire for decades in conjunction with his company, Clever Vintage Clothing. His previous seminars, Fashion and the History of Travel and California: Sportswear Capitol, led to exhibits at The Museum at FIDM (Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising).

Mysterious Marriage of Coffee & Tropical Cocktails

Coffee is a fascinating, diverse, and intriguing ingredient. From Irish Coffee to Espresso Martini, it became a part of some of the most iconic bartenders’ creations. But did you know that coffee has a history in Tropical Cocktails? In this seminar

Egor Polonskiy will break down coffee cocktails from Don the Beachcomber’s “Kona Coffee Grog” to the Mai-Kai “Black Magic” and why they work! He will also cover modern coffee cocktail techniques using coffee in syrups, infusions, and tinctures.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM • T&C Ballroom C • $15

Egor Polonskiy is the West Coast Manager of Trade Education and Mixology for Patrón Tequila. He has dedicated many years to the study of tequila and the diverse world of spirits. Egor specializes in tequila education, conducting mixology events, training, and presenting spirit-focused seminars. He is WSET 3rd-level spirits certified, an alumnus of the BAR5 program, and an active United States Bartenders Guild member.

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Tropical Tasting #1 & #2

The Thursday and Saturday Tropical Tasting sessions will be different! Interact with makers representing new products and some of our old favorites. During this sit-down event, Tiki Oasis has curated a unique collection of rum and other spirit brands that go well in tropical cocktails!

Sponsored by California Rum Festival. Featuring Angostura Caribbean Rum, Clever Fox Rum, Denizen Rum, El Dorado Rum, Frogtown Brewing, Malahat Spirits, 9north Rum, & Kona Bar Chocolates. (21+ Event)

Admission includes a collectible tasting glass.

12:30 PM – 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

T&C Ballroom A • $35

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Our Own Paradise. History of Black-Owned American Resorts

You may have heard of the Green Book, a popular travel guide treasured by the Black community for its travel tips during Jim Crow. But have you heard of Black Eden? Or Idlewild? Or American Beach? These are some of the many Black resorts that were popular places many Americans spent their summer vacations. This seminar will delve into the history of these resorts featuring photos and stories from famous Black celebrities to journal entries for the lucky families who enjoyed these safe spaces.

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM • T&C Ballroom E • $15

Leslie “Dottie” Van Every

Leslie “Dottie” Van Every is a marcom maven, writer, and lover of all things vintage, except vintage beliefs. As a woman of color whose father was deeply committed to Civil Rights, Van Every is picking up the torch as co-founder of Solidarity Sundays, a powerful community action group with over 20K participants. She co-founded the award-winning blog Modern Kiddo and has written for Huffington Post, Babble, and many others.

Growing a Jungle at Disneyland

David “Dr. Skipper” Marley, a former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper, has a Ph.D. in American History and taught at California State University Fullerton. Marley is the creator of the first class to specifically focus on the History of Disneyland. e is also the author of the popular Skipper Stories series of books of interviews with Jungle Cruise skippers. Under the name Dr. Skipper, he creates Tiki and Disney-based art.

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

T&C Ballroom E • $15

Marley is a former Jungle Cruise skipper and taught history at California State University, Fullerton. His newest book, The Jungle Cruise: The Wild History of Walt’s Favorite Ride, was published in 2021. He is the author of the popular Skipper Stories books. A former stand up comic, Marley is the creator and producer of the popular Jungle Cruise-based standup comedy show, “The Skipper Show”. Marley is also an artist who makes Disney- and Tikiinspired creations.

David “Dr. Skipper” Marley

Sea is for Cocktail: Navigating the Murky Waters of Nautical Libations

Spirits Educator, Consultant, and Beverage Director of the World Famous Golden Tiki, Adam Rains, and first mate, Nick Brink, invite you to climb aboard as they take you on a spirited voyage through the origin and lore of cocktail culture on the high seas. Discover and explore the lively history, rum-soaked traditions, and timehonored craft of classic tropical cocktails inspired by the sea. Ahoy! No rations here! Tip your hat and raise a glass or two to the legendary sailors, smugglers, and swillers.

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM • T&C Ballroom C • $60

Adam Rains, and first mate, Nick Brink

Adam Rains, A.K.A. “Rains” is the Master of Potions and Tiki Tipples at the Golden Tiki in Las Vegas. He is an author, award-winning mixologist and a Brand Ambassador for Vecchio Amaro Del Capo. In addition to his charity mug initiatives, he was named the 2019 Nevada Restaurant ”Drink Specialist of the Year” and “2020 Italicus Bar Artist.“

The Torrid Story of Fassionola

Sit back with some Passionola Cocktails, enjoy the fruits of our detective work – a culinary and cultural history, and illustrated story of mixology’s most mysterious ingredient – Passionola – now known simply as “fassionola.” We tell how Passionola touched the lives of music publishers, actors, dancers, soft-porn directors, suspected mob associates, and barmen keen to keep the legend alive. As it was advertised, P/Fassionola really was the “Taste Thrill of the Century.”

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM• T&C Ballroom C • $50

Martin S. Lindsay, Gregorio Pantoja, and Renowned Mixologist Doc Parks

Martin S. Lindsay is an art director, food historian, writer, and board chair of the Culinary Historians of San Diego. Martin wrote Ninety Years of Classic San Diego Tiki, contributed to Tim Ferriss’ bestselling book, Gregorio Pantoja is a Co-Author, Professor of History, founder of The Kon-Tig Tiki Bar (pending non-profit), Doc Parks is a Renowned Mixologist has established some of the world’s top tiki Bars such as Pagan Idol, Zombie Village, and Wilfred’s.

Underwater Photography

MeduSirena the Fire Eating Mermaid is a renowned photographer known for her ability to make anyone look great underwater! In this TWO PART session, you learn as a group how to relax and pose underwater. Wear something comfortable to move around in underwater! Session TWO will be scheduled with your individually between 8:30 AM -10:00 AM on Saturday where each person will be photographed individually! The session includes one edited photo in one outfit. There will also be an option to purchase additional photos.

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM • Regency Pool • SOLD OUT

MeduSirena the Fire Eating Mermaid

Swim shows, fire-eating, dancing on broken plates, and laying on a bed of nails are MeduSirena’s forté. Her career began at the Hawaiian Inn Daytona Beach and The Mai-Kai, and her work has led to worldwide recognition; she was one of the last models photographed by Bunny Yeager. MeduSirena performs in the underwater swim show at the legendary Wreck Bar at B Ocean Resort Fort in Fort Lauderdale.

Beach Bohemians of the 20th Century - The History of Beachcomber Style

The success of Don the Beachcomber in Hollywood made the Beachcomber bar concept famous and inspired countless “Beachcomber” businesses across America and the world. Beginning with the historic characters that created the myth of the Beachcomber, Sven Kirsten will reveal a plethora of unpublished Polynesian Pop eye candy and explain some of the intricacies of the style.

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM • T&C Ballroom B • $25

Sven Kirsten

It was his love for visuals that inspired Sven to collect and photograph the remnants of the forgotten culture of Polynesian Pop in America, leading him to identify the Tiki as its icon. As a hunter and gatherer of lost artifacts and ephemera of this phenomenon, he began to see the pattern of a unique art form, publishing his findings in The Book of Tiki in September 2000. For the first time, the book presented all the aspects of Tiki-style; its design, graphics, architecture, social culture, and cocktail mixology. In 2007, Sven published his second book, Tiki Modern, then Tiki Pop in 2014, and The Art of Tiki in 2017. He continues to seek out, promote, and preserve all things Polynesian Pop!

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Tropical Hair Floral Design

Renaissance woman Atalanta teaches you the tricks of the trade from her vast florist knowledge. In this hands-on class, you will learn how to design a gorgeous tropical floral arrangement that you can WEAR in your hair and then take it home with you!

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM• T&C Ballroom C • SOLD OUT

Atalanta Jackson

Atalanta is a flower girl. She is always surrounded by flowers, even when sipping a zombie in The Sip Ship, her home tiki bar. Atalanta has been a professional florist since she was 15; tropical flowers are her favorite. In addition to her passion for flowers, she loves driving her 1965 Chevy Corvair and remodeling vintage RVs.

Singalong with King Kukulele

Warm-up those pipes and join us for a sing-a-long with our very own Mayor of Kaunakakai, the one and only King Kukulele. You’ll not only learn how to pronounce humuhumunukunukuapua’a, but sing it too! All ages and singing (dis) abilities are welcome and encouraged!

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM• Palm Room 3 • FREE

King Kukulele

King Kukulele is a multi-talented entertainer and long-time M.C. for Tiki Oasis. He is a comedian, actor, and ukulele player who has performed around the world. Kukulele is known for his inexhaustible energy and for singing hapa haole and novelty songs at events ranging from Hollywood movie premieres to Disneyland.

Pearl of Wisdom: The Iconic Art of August Holland

Eric Lussier brings to life the artist August Holland, creator of the most collectible trio of Mid-Century Tiki still life paintings ever! At age 15, Holland submitted art to Popular Science Magazine, which printed it without credit. After attending the American Academy of Art in Chicago, Holland eventually found recognition in the Windy City. Goes Lithography was his first publisher, printing his most famous work. This seminar will also focus on how Goes Lithography just recently found the original, long lost printing plates!

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

T&C Ballroom E • $20

Eric Lussier is a mid-century modern man, art and vintage collector, and artist. He studied sculpture and mixed media works. Lussier majored in art in school, emphasizing sculpture and mixed media works, and went on to have showings at the Scottsdale Shemer Art Center and the Arizona State Capitol. He was offered a full apprenticeship with famed bronze artist John Waddell upon graduation. Eric has spent the last 30 years working in the vintage vehicle restoration business, and buying and selling vintage.

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The Legend Returns: Don the Beachcomber

The Legend Returns! Don the Beachcomber was one of the world’s first tiki bars, created in the early 1930’s by Donn Beach, with original locations all across the United States. Don the Beachcomber returns in 2023 with multiple new locations, guided by visionaries of the restaurant and tiki worlds! Hosted by Adrian Eustaquio, join Tim “Swanky” Glazner - author of the upcoming Donn Beach biography, Max Well - Co-Director of the Donn of Tiki documentary, along with Daniel “Tiki Diablo” Gallardo, Marie King, Justin Peterson, Sven Kirsten, and Marc Brown from Don the Beachcomber for a panel full of news, sneak peaks of upcoming DTB locations, surprises (and more!) all while sipping on classic Donn Beach cocktails! Q&A session to follow the panel’s presentations.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM• T&C Ballroom B • SOLD OUT

Craft Your Own Bitters Workshop

Tiki Lindy, the award-winning mixologist, teaches you about bitters and how to make them. In this handson seminar, craft your own bitters to take home with you! Three cocktails with custom bitters recipes will be served during the seminar, so you can see how to use your bitters at home! Packed full of fun and funny history and science, plus all the supplies and ingredients to make your own custom blend! What will you call your bitters?

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

T&C Ballroom C • SOLD OUT

Tiki Lindy started her career in the cocktail industry nearly two decades ago. She specializes as a private events bartender and consultant for tiki bars and event cocktail menus and regularly represents spirits brands for industry-sponsored events. Tiki Lindy is a recurring contributor to Exotica Moderne magazine, a spirits and cocktail technique educator, and an author of three books; a fourth book is in the works.

A Class Act

and one of the most awarded rum ranges in the world.

Master Blended Since 1944, Multiple Awards. Exceptional Smoothness. Exceptional Occasions. Raise a toast to these exceptional rums from the House of Angostura.

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Drink Well. Do Good. Tropical Tasting.

Love tropical cocktails and planet Earth? You’re in luck - Tiki Oasis has handpicked the tastiest sustainable spirits, rum, and beyond. You’ll leave this sit-down event with your own collectible tasting glass, your new favorite eco-friendly tipples, and a reusable glass straw courtesy of Surfside Sips. Co-Sponsored by Big Marble Organics, Codigo 1530, Don Q Rum, Flor de Cana Rum, Kove, Kuleana Rum, Mad Tasty & Tanduay Rum (21+ Event)

12:30 PM – 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

T&C Ballroom A • $35

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CA’s Forgotten Bars & Restaurants

Quinn brings to life his new book ‘Bar Keeps: A Collection of California’s Best Cocktail Napkins’ in this fun and fabulous tour through the cocktail napkins of the golden state. This seminar will surprise and delight anyone who is a fan of cocktail culture, roadside diners, hidden dives, Tiki bars, and more.

12:45 PM – 1:45 PM • T&C Ballroom E • $20

Patrick Quinn

Longtime Angeleno, Patrick Quinn, is a writer, visual artist, and Universal Studios production designer for their annual Halloween Horror Nights event. He and his wife spend their weekends at flea markets and antique malls hunting for lounge music LPs, 1970s snapshots, Western Union telegrams, early travel guides, and vintage cocktail napkins.

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Open to the Public:

Thurs 8/03 • 10am-4pm

Friday 8/04 • 10am-4pm

Saturday 8/05 • 10am-4pm

Sunday 8/06 • 10am-4pm

Ukulele Strum and Sing

Learn to play the ukulele in one day! Join Steve Conrad and Juliet Frew for a strum and sing session where you will learn chords, strums, and fingerpicking styles for simple songs. No experience is necessary, but please bring a ukulele!

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM • Palm Room 3 • FREE EVENT

Steve Conrad & Juliet Frew

Several years ago, Steve Conrad and Juliet Frew met at Tiki Oasis Arizona and have been teaching and performing ukulele together ever since. They enjoy sharing their love for the ukulele, creating fun and easy-to-follow classes for their students.

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The Derby Daiquiri and Beyond

The Mai-Kai’s Derby Daiquiri was one of the most celebrated cocktails of the Mid-Century, a simple riff on the Cuban classic by master mixologist Mariano Licudine. Six decades later, it remains one of themost popular drinks on the historic restaurant’s menu. It also provides a case study on how a vintage recipe can be enhanced by just a few simple tweaks, creating something new and exciting. Join The Mai-Kai’s longtime manager, Kern Mattei, and cocktail blogger Jim “Hurricane” Hayward for an examination of Licudine’s genius as they guide you toward creating your own signature classic.

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM • T&C Ballroom B • $45

Kern Mattei with Jim “Hurricane” Hayward

Kern Mattei was born into The Mai-Kai family and has worked there since his youth, from barback and bartender to the past three decades as manager. He is intimately familiar with the restaurant’s famous cocktails, the history and the secret recipes. Blogger and journalist Jim “Hurricane” Hayward has covered The Mai-Kai for more than a decade, documenting in exacting detail in his blog The Atomic Grog.

The Marriage of Tiki and Surfing: Unlocking the Courtship through Sport, Music and Media

From palm frond shacks at Malibu, Windansea and San Onofre to the hallowed halls of the Hollister mall empire, Tiki Style has long permeated the Surfing consciousness worldwide. Symbiotically, surfer style has blended seamlessly into the Tiki world from Denmark to Des Moines. How did this “Marriage” evolve? beginning with the days of Duke Kahanamoku, Bo examines the connections how one of the coolest sports ever came to get “tikified” in the hippest, most happening way.

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

T&C Ballroom E • $20

Bo Bennett is a social worker, surfer, radio personality, model, and former Waikiki Beach lifeguard. He has a B.A. in Television & Film, a master’s degree in Social Work, and is an avid collector of surf music, aloha shirts, and surf memorabilia. Bo has lived in Los Angeles and Hawaii and, for the last 30 years, has resided in La Mesa, California.

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Hawaiian Rum: from Ko to Cocktail

All rum must be made from sugarcane (ko), and Hawaii has some of the most interesting sugarcane on the planet. Steve Jefferson will discuss how sugarcane started on Earth, how it was intentionally spread worldwide, and how it culminated in Hawaii. The discussion will also include how different types of rum are made, including fermentation and distillation. Learn about blending rum and how vital this has been to the history and success of rum.

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM • T&C Ballroom C • $50

Steve Jefferson

Steve Jefferson, a third-generation kama’-aina, is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Kuleana Rum Works, the first rum distillery in Hawaii. He launched a sugarcane farm, a distillery and barrel room, and a 3,000-square-foot bar and restaurant. Kuleana Rum Works distributes four core rums across eight states. Steve lives in Kohala, Hawaii, and enjoys the ocean, racing, and spending time with his family.

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The Secret Life of Vincent Price, Tiki Collector!

You Don’t Know Jack about Vincent Price! Best known for his acting in horror films - Price was also a voracious art collector. Learn about his art collection of Oceanic, African, and ancient South American antiquities. Did you know he founded a museum? No!?! He founded THREE! He was also a gifted chef who published cookbooks and even had multiple cooking shows in the late 1960s to early 70s. You probably know about his Brady Bunch episode (The Tiki Caves 1972) but you won’t believe the story Cammo will reveal of the true curse of the Tiki in Vincent Price’s life!

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM • T&C Ballroom B • $20

Cammo is the author of the tiki children’s book, Pineapple Poet and the Curse of the Smoothie Man and produced the first 2D-3D cartoon, Good Trick. His aunt was a missionary in Africa, and he grew up surrounded by her scary imported masks. He carves daily. During the 1960s, he lived three doors down from Vincent Price.

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Dances from the Caribbean IslandsMerengue, Cha Cha, and Salsa.

Steve Conrad and Juliet Frew are back at it this time teaching us the dances from the Caribbean Islands! Learn the steps of the Merengue, Cha Cha, and Salsa. No experience necessary so complete beginners are welcome. No need to come with a partner to participate. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that allow you to move on the dance floor surface.

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Pacific Ballroom • $15

Steve Conrad has been teaching dance around the world for more than 25 years. He was recently featured on ABC’s “The Bachelorette”, HGTV’s “House Hunters”, and NBC’s “Little Big Shots: Forever Young”, as well as numerous music videos and in USA Today. Juliet Frew has been dancing and teaching for more than 12 years and was featured in the music video for Sia’s “Cheap Thrills”. Together Steve and Juliet teach and dance and love to share these dances with anyone ready to learn!

Steve Conrad and Juliet Frew

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King Kukulele’s Uke Jam

King Kukulele

King Kukulele is a multi-talented entertainer and long-time emcee for Tiki Oasis. He is a comedian, actor, and ukulele player who has performed around the world. Kukulele is known for his inexhaustible energy and for singing hapa haole and novelty songs at events ranging from Hollywood movie premieres to Disneyland.

Libations from the Island Down Under

Get your booty to the bar and meet Abby, Australia’s burlesque bartender Just Abby. With a focus on Australian spirits and native ingredients, Just Abby showcases what she loves most about Australian bartending with a Tiki tangent. Taste Aussie spirits, discover Australian native ingredients, and hear stories from the country with a ranch bigger than the state of Texas!

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

T&C Ballroom C• $55

Australia’s burlesque bartender, Abby, catapulted to notoriety after winning the national title of Patrón Perfectionist Australia in 2018, just eight months after mixing her first drink. Her winning cocktail, The Muldjewangk, combined Australian native ingredients in a new-wave tiki style. Now the national ambassador for Australian craft spirits Nip Of Courage, Abby works to create awareness of local producers with a tropical vibe.

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Paranormal Pacific

Paranormal Pacific will travel throughout Polynesia and the cultures that engage with the Pacific Ocean, to tell their stories of ghosts, sea monsters, midnight warriors, and all the other entities that go bump in the night. Come learn about the fascinating myths and legends of the Pacific Islands and why Pele does not want you to steal a rock from her islands.

Noon – 1:00 PM • T&C Ballroom E • $20

Deb Marley

Deb Marley hosts Marley’s Ghosts, a storytelling podcast of vintage spooky tales. She is a classically trained actress and an expert in myths and legends. She loves taking her audiences on humorous, enchanting, frightening journeys. Listening to her is like listening to your favorite aunt tell family stories — if your favorite aunt were Morticia Addams or Lily Munster!

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Tropical Tasting #3 & #4

The Thursday and Saturday Tropical Tasting sessions will be different! Interact with makers representing new products and some of our old favorites. During this sit-down event, Tiki Oasis has curated a unique collection of rum and other spirit brands that go well in tropical cocktails!

Sponsored by California Rum Festival. Featuring Don Papa, Drumshanbo Gunpowder

Irish Gin, Liquid Alchemist Cocktail Syrups, Myrtle Bank Rum, Plantation Rum, Pusser’s Rum, Vecchio Amaro Del Capo, & Kona Bar Chocolates. (21+ Event)

Admission includes a collectible tasting glass

12:30 PM – 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

T&C Ballroom E • $20

Under The Sea with Disney

Robert Short will take you behind the scenes to look at the making of two of Disney’s underwater classic films, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and SPLASH. The seminar will take an entertaining deep dive into both of these ground-, or water-breaking films and the connections between the two. Be sure to pick up your raffle ticket at the door for the giveaway following the presentation.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM • T&C Ballroom B • $25

Robert Short

Robert Short is a visual effects and makeup effects expert. His four decades of outstanding technical and artistic achievement have enlivened many of cinema’s most indelible characters, such as the Beetlejuice afterlife inhabitants (for which he won an Oscar), the mermaid from Splash, the dolphin from Ace Ventura, E.T.’s heart light, and the legendary design of The Predator.

Diplomatico Rum, 40-47% ABV, Imported by Brown-Forman, Louisville, KY. ©DIPLOMATICO is a registered trademark of Diplomatico Branding, Unipessoal LDA.

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The History of Rum with Global Rum Ambassador Ian Burrell

Nobody knows rum like Ian Burrell. Difford’s Guide describes Ian as “one of the most unique figures in the spirits and cocktails world...and the most entertaining guy you’ll ever meet.” The Global Rum Ambassador will take you on a tropical journey as he tells the story of rum through the eyes of a few cocktails.

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM • T&C Ballroom C • $60

Ian Burrell

The award-winning “EduTainer”, Ian Burrell, has redefined the definition of an international spirits ambassador and established himself as the world’s only recognized Global Ambassador for the rum category. He has judged competitions and conducted masterclasses and seminars on seven continents. In 2007, he created the world’s first international rum festival, The UK RumFest, which has influenced all other rum festivals worldwide.

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Tiki Oasis Bookclub “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea”

Ahoy! In honor of this year’s Tiki Oasis theme The Enchanted Sea, The Tiki Oasis Book Club will be reading the ultimate under the sea adventure, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne! How many of you are nostalgic for the Nautilis rides at Disneyland and Disney World? Or remember the classic Disney movie starring Kirk Douglas, James Mason... and a giant squid? It’s time to read the book that inspired them all -- Walt Disney’s favorite. Everyone is invited to join this discussion on the mysterious Captain Nemo, savage sea monsters, narwhals and Nautili, and have ourselves a landlubbing literary adventure!

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM • Palm Room 3 • FREE

Karen Finlay lives in Vallejo (AKA Vallejoasis), CA, with her husband, Jon Burchard, and two tiny dogs, Dorothy Parker and Dino Martina. She owns a small independent bookstore, Alibi Bookshop. Books, Tiki Oasis, and the Tiki Oasis Book Club are her favorite things.

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Thrillas from Manila: Famous Filipino Tiki Barmen

Enjoying that Jet Pilot, Saturn, Puka Punch, or Black Magic? Thank the Filipino bartenders who created those drinks and many other Tiki classics. While a select few of these first-generation immigrants gained fame back in the day, most toiled anonymously behind the scenes, their talents exploited by penny-pinching restaurateurs and unrecognized by Tiki-crazed consumers. But now Beachbum Berry reveals the untold stories of these unsung heroes. Cocktails will be served. Mabuhay!

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM • T&C Ballroom C • $60

Jeff “Beachbum” Berry

One of Imbibe magazine’s “25 Most Influential Cocktail Personalities of the Past Century,” Jeff “Beachbum” Berry is the author of seven award-winning books on tiki drinks and the owner of Beachbum Berry’s Latitude 29 in New Orleans, named by Esquire as one of the world’s best bars. He has been profiled in the New York Times, the Washington Post, USA Today, and the Los Angeles Times.

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Polynesiacs: Navigating a Home Tiki Bar

Travel along with Author Tiki Tom-Tom of Polynesiacs: Tiki At Home, on his recent trip to visit seventy-five escapist and immersive home spaces across the continental United States. Take a peek inside the private paradises and oases created by Polynesiacs from New York to California to Washington to Florida. Tiki Tom-Tom will share the entertaining stories of fellow Tiki lovers and also give you the details of his new sixteen-point navigation system based on what he learned from interviews during his visits.

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM • T&C Ballroom B • $20

Tiki Tom-Tom (aka Tom Jaynes) is a writer, photographer, artist, sewist, singer, educator, wanderer, and full-time Polynesiac. Despite his wild stories, Tiki Tom-Tom is actually a self-described wallflower, not a boisterous partygoer. Having previously worked as a community college administrator, he now lives a nomadic lifestyle and enjoys planning his next road trip while relaxing at Queequeg’s Coffin, his very own tiki bar in Durham, North Carolina.

Tiki Tom-Tom

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The Jungle {Live podcast taping}

Join David “Dr. Skipper” Marley and Trevor Kelly for a live recording of their popular podcast “The Jungle” and take questions from the audience. This will be a fun filled hour of Disney comedy and wild stories. We invite you to join the fun and ask them questions about the park, especially the Jungle Cruise, or any topic that comes to mind.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM • T&C Ballroom E • FREE

David “Dr. Skipper” Marley & Trevor Kelly

David “Dr. Skipper” Marley and Trevor Kelly will do a live recording of their popular podcast “The Jungle” and take questions from the audience. It will be a fun-filled hour of Disney comedy and wild stories. We invite you to join the fun and ask them questions about the park, especially the Jungle Cruise, or any tiki topic that comes to mind.

photo by Kristin Heggli

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Hotel Valley Ho, Scottsdale

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Tiki Tot Tour

Create lasting memories for your tots with the annual Tiki Oasis Tiki Tot Tour. The kids will have a blast as they tour the resort grounds with King Kukulele meeting up close and personal with many ‘Tiki’ friends. Every year this event features many (secret-to-the-tots) Tiki celebrities!

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM • Convention Center Lobby • FREE

King Kukulele

King Kukulele is a multi-talented entertainer and long-time M.C. for Tiki Oasis. He is a comedian, actor, and ukulele player who has performed around the world. Kukulele is known for his inexhaustible energy and for singing hapa haole and novelty songs at events ranging from Hollywood movie premieres to Disneyland.

Catalinaland

Be prepared for your Catalina lovin’ spirit to soar when classic and kitschy pop culture expert, Charles Phoenix, sweeps us away on a time travel adventure exploring the island’s classic landmarks, legends and lore. With his trademark enthusiasm and spectacular collection of images, Charles shares the stories, glories, life and style of the S.S. Catalina, glass bottom boat, flying fish, bird park, Catalina Pottery, unique architecture, vintage graphics, souvenirs, Wrigley family, iconic 1929 Art Deco Casino, and more. Charles also shares his guide to must-do sightseeing, shopping, and dining experiences, the Island’s hidden treasures, time warps, and what not to miss as you discover Catalina as a great big theme park!

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Pacific Ballroom • $35

Charles Phoenix is a showman, tour guide, food crafter, and author. He is known for his live comedy slide show performances, Test Kitchen videos, “field trip” tours, and coffee table books, all celebrating classic and kitschy American life. Charles has appeared on NPR, Storage Wars, Jay Leno’s Garage, Conan, and Martha Stewart, and was a judge on Food Network’s Cake Wars: Christmas.

Charles Phoenix

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Cultural Couture: Celebrating Fashion with Respect

Join Iris Estrada, aka The Tropical Texican and owner of Retro Revelry, for a thought-provoking seminar that explores the art of appreciating fashion without appropriating it. Gain valuable insights into the importance of cultural sensitivity and learn how to embrace diverse styles with respect and authenticity. From understanding the historical and cultural significance of garments to discovering ways to incorporate elements responsibly, this seminar empowers style enthusiasts to celebrate fashion as a universal language of expression while avoiding cultural appropriation. Join this enlightening journey and learn to appreciate fashion as a bridge that connects cultures in harmony and admiration.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM • T&C Ballroom C • $15

Iris Estrada

Iris is a vintage enthusiast with a penchant for mod and tropical attire, but her style knows no bounds. She blends eras, colors, and textures to create fun and unique ensembles. As the owner of Retro Revelry, she curates a haven for funky fashionistas seeking daring and quirky pieces from the past. Iris’s goal is to inspire others to embrace their individuality with confidence.

Tiki Without Tipsy: The Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Movement

The Non-Alcoholic movement has come a long way in recent years from the pejorative “mocktail.” N/A spirits and conscious-minded consumption are more commonplace now than ever. With a few substitutions to the builds, you will learn how popular tropical drinks can be thoroughly enjoyed without carrying alcohol content. Whether you’re taking a break from drinking or never had the interest to begin with, using the right products allows you to enjoy delicious tropical cocktails without the buzz.

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

T&C Ballroom C • $35

Kyle Rioux is the national ambassador for Liquid Alchemist premium cocktail syrups. He has a decade of experience building cocktail menus for California bars from Hollywood to Sacramento. He believes that drinkers and non-drinkers should have an equal seat at the proverbial bar top, leading to the development of beverage programs celebrated for their traditional and nonalcoholic cocktail curation.

Kyle Rioux

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9th Annual Bartender Battle

The Tiki Oasis Bartenders Battle will pit some of the best bartenders in San Diego against each other in a no-holds-barred, head-to-head cocktail throw-down. Sample some of the best, most innovative Tiki cocktails in San Diego while you cheer on your bartending champion. They all may battle but only one can win!

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM • T&C Ballroom A • $40

The history of the Golden Age of Tiki...

...was written in the Golden State, in tiki lounges from Southern California’s Don the Beachcomber to iconic Bay Area outposts like Trader Vic’s and the Tonga Room. This exhibition illuminates Northern California’s role in creating and defining Tiki Style as an American pop-culture phenomenon. The exhibit showcases artifacts from historic Tiki bars and restaurants, and traces the history of Tiki Style from pre-Tiki to the present.

May 20th - Dec 31st 2023

Curated by Otto & Baby Doe of Tiki Oasis

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Diversity & Inclusion at Tiki Oasis

Tiki Oasis has long recognized the importance of engaging in intellectual and heartfelt discussion and taking action in regard to honoring marginalized communities. Together, with members of our community, we created a Diversity and Inclusion Council to advise Tiki Oasis LLC in the efforts to better allow all our attendees to feel valued, safe, and free to be their most authentic selves. The Tiki Oasis D&I Council is made up of a diverse group of Tiki community members who have spent this last year bringing to life online, and now, in-person experiences meant to build awareness, remove barriers, and encourage diversity of thought within the Tiki community.

Mahalo, Tiki Oasis Diversity & Inclusion Council

Alan Smart, Baby Doe, Burnie Gipson, Clarissa Bella Castaneda, David Yeh, Gregorio Pantoja, Jessabelle Thunder, Michael Uhlenkott, Miss Catwings, Nina Josephine, Phoenix A’Blaze, Ruby Joule, Samuel Miller, and Sheila Starr Siani

Adv e r sers Tha n k Yo u

What is the secret to Tiki Oasis? Well it is all the amazing people that are involved that help to create and make this fun-fueled weekender such a success! The artists, makers and shakers! The sponsors, bands, disc jockeys, presenters, volunteers, dancers, mixologists and all of YOU! Special shout out to our hotel host The Town and Country Resort - we love it here! And to our crew (see below) who really go above and beyond, working for weeks to make this weekend be the best it can be. Finally, we’d like to thank our sons Vander and Dashiell who have gone from “tolerating our working vacations” toparticipating as part of the production team!

Baby Doe & Otto von Stroheim

Tiki Oasis Producers

Adri Garcia

Adrienne Karin

Alexis Burris

Andrea Scarbelli

Beth Plunger

Betsy Huntingdon

Casey Jones

Chad Majer

Chloe Drane

Cory Moore

Dave Deluxe

David Egan

Drew Cornelison

Eric Yelsa

Ginger Boyer

Greg D’Anna

Heather Butler

Israel Orellana

Jackie Gough

Jason Weckerly

Jay Komenkul

Jim Giddings

Jim Knell

Jim Ludlow

Jocelyn Sia

Joe Wright

Jufry Douglas

Julie Dougherty

Julie Kaufman

Kira Cornelison

Kyla Hein

Lee Joseph

Linda Nguyen

Lola Demure

Lori D’Anna

Lynn Leslie

Luz María Cabrero

Mark Bromley

Mayra Alcaraz

Melanie Komenkul

Melissa McLane

Nik Molitor

Pilar Deer

Rob Roy

Robert Kurner

Ruthie Wahlborg

Sandra Frame

Scott Woodward

Sergio Gonzalez

Sonia Clerc

Thomas Regalado

Tiki Lee Scott

Vania Zamora

The Core Values of Tiki Oasis

• Tiki Oasis is a family-run small business. Our core values are a reflection of who we are.

• Tiki Oasis promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion; we empower marginalized groups and encourage social justice through dialogue and action.

• Tiki Oasis promotes education and the sharing of ideas and knowledge; we believe in historic preservation of American Pop Culture through the lens of modern day values.

• Tiki Oasis promotes sustainable practices with a deep commitment to conservation and positive choices that support the health of our planet.

• Tiki Oasis recognizes and respects the indigenous peoples as traditional stewards of the land. Specifically, we recognize the Kumeyaay people whose ancestral homeland Town and Country Resort currently occupies.

• We extend our respect and gratitude to the indigenous people who have lived on and cared for this land.

• As the original caretakers and conservationists, we honor their continued legacy of understanding, caretaking, and upholding the pillars of biodiversity.