Ja Rule headlines the Meals Community South Seaside Wine & Meals Pageant® (SOBEWFF) as the enduring occasion celebrates its twenty fifth anniversary, February 19–22, 2026, delivering its most formidable, culture-forward lineup thus far.
Turning 50 on February 29, the worldwide hip-hop legend continues to embody longevity, self-discipline, and relevance, bringing his chart-topping catalog to Miami on Saturday, February 21, when he headlines the Goya Meals’ Grand Tasting Village on the Solely in Dade stage.
Recent off the wildly profitable The place the Social gathering At Tour with Nelly and Eve and a latest New 12 months’s Eve efficiency alongside Jennifer Lopez, Ja Rule’s music stays a multi-generational soundtrack. His headline set anchors one in every of SOBEWFF®’s hottest daytime experiences, the place hundreds of friends pattern dishes from high eating places, sip premium wines, cocktails, and spirits, and watch dwell chef demonstrations on the Publix Culinary Demo Stage, all whereas having fun with a full-scale music efficiency. Past the stage, Ja’s entrepreneurial affect is equally current by Amber & Opal Honey Botanical Whiskey, not too long ago featured on the quilt of Chilled Journal. The model continues to develop by Ja’s Amber & Opal Bar Takeover Tour, interactive cocktail courses, and immersive tastings nationwide, mixing way of life, tradition, and craft spirits.
Music pulses all through the four-day Pageant. The weekend kicks off with Diplo LIVE from South Seaside, a nighttime takeover celebrating SOBEWFF®’s 25 years. Mike’s Wonderful® Burger Bash marks its twentieth anniversary, hosted by Rachael Ray and Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, whereas Man Fieri’s Match of Champions LIVE brings aggressive culinary fireplace alongside a dwell efficiency from Rev Run. The Cookout, hosted by JJ Johnson, provides signature power with a efficiency by Fats Joe, whereas DJ-driven occasions hold the vibe excessive throughout a number of venues.
Culinary experiences are equally expansive. New occasions like Naughty Bites highlight elevated consolation meals in a late-night setting, whereas Chew On This, a dwell podcast sequence on the Miami Seaside Bandshell, blends meals, comedy, and popular culture with unfiltered conversations and shock friends. Visitors may entry intimate, ticketed eating experiences corresponding to Rachael’s Desk, an unique Italian-inspired dinner with Rachael Ray, and a high-energy Late Evening Pizza Social gathering hosted by Ashley Graham with acclaimed cooks.
The pageant culminates with The David Grutman Expertise, closing out the weekend with a shock musical efficiency that guarantees an unforgettable finale.
Tickets for SOBEWFF® 2026 are on sale now. Don’t miss Ja Rule headlining the pageant’s milestone 12 months—safe your tickets at sobewff.org earlier than occasions promote out!
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