J.C. Newman Cigar Factory J .C. Newman Cigar Factory
America's oldest family-owned cigar factory, offering a breathtaking, historic multi-level event backdrop of turn-of-the-century brickwork, iconic clocktower views, and rich hand-crafted heritage.
The grandeur of El Reloj in historic Ybor City
Erected in 1910 and masterfully restored to its original splendor, the iconic El Reloj factory stands as a monumental landmark of Tampa's global tobacco history. This active, multi-level cigar factory seamlessly pairs industrial heritage with upscale social capabilities, boasting soaring ceilings, original heart pine floors, and exposed brick walls rich with character. Dominated by its legendary, fully operational clock tower, the venue offers an immersive, museum-grade environment that instantly transports your guests to a romantic bygone era.
Partnering with CBK Catering & Events at this historic manufacturing estate creates a stunning contrast between timeless industrial architecture and modern, high-end culinary execution. Guests can sip vintage-inspired cocktails and enjoy passed hot hors d’oeuvres among the vintage tobacco presses before gathering for a grand multi-course dinner or interactive action station experience. Our culinary team manages every intricate logistical detail from setup to breakdown, framing our presentation to complement the deep crimson brickwork and rich wood accents for a seamless, stress-free celebration.
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Space Details and Capabilities
- Event Type
- Historic Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Corporate Gala Events, VIP Networking Socials, Milestone Celebrations
- Setting
- Multi-Level Factory Floor Spaces, Interactive Factory Museum Exhibit Rooms, Hand-Rolling Viewing Areas, Executive Boardroom
- Venue Type
- Historic Working Cigar Factory, Museum Landmark, and Industrial-Chic Event Space
- Capacity
- Comfortably accommodates seated dinners or standing cocktail receptions of up to 150 guests inside the primary event layouts
- Amenities
- Ambient custom lighting, Hand-rolled cigar demonstration capabilities, Historic artifact display cases, Private dressing suites, Dedicated vendor load-in zones, Direct outside catering approval
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Venue Address
2701 N 16th St, Tampa, FL 33605Located right in the vibrant, culturally rich heart of Ybor City, the J.C. Newman Cigar Factory offers an incredibly central location just minutes from downtown Tampa. This strategic positioning provides exceptionally straightforward transit routes for local and traveling regional guests via Interstate 4 and Interstate 275. With nearby dedicated parking solutions and a street-level layout optimized for smooth vendor load-ins, arrival logistics remain entirely stress-free.
