The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is pleased to announce its participation as Co-Organizing Partner of the Puro Vida Cigar Festival 2026, taking place November 21–22, 2026, in Costa Rica.
PCA Launches Its First International Cigar
PCA, The Leaf Master and La Palina launch „Yalla Habeebi,“ the first PCA international cigar.
PCA Connect Asia Gathers Momentum
The PCA has confirmed the complete roster of Premier Event Sponsors for PCA Connect Asia, taking place in Hong Kong.
PCA Explores Exclusive Member Insurance Program
PCA has partnered with Higginbotham, one of the nation’s leading independent insurance firms, to explore whether an insurance program designed specifically for PCA members can be built. The goal is straightforward: better coverage, better pricing, and a carrier relationship that actually understands the premium cigar industry.
PCA Expands International Engagement with Mexico Initiative
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced PCA Connect Mexico 2026, a new international market-development initiative taking place August 24–30, 2026, in partnership with Cigar Roller Mexico.
PCA Announces Partnership in Greece
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is proud to announce its educational partnership with the Greek Summer Cigar Festival 2026, organized by 2K Cigars and taking place July 3–5 at the Amaronda Resort & Spa in Eretria, Greece.
Cigar Trophy 2026: Die Nominierungsphase hat Begonnen
Vom 16. Mai bis zum 7. Juni hat die globale Zigarrenfamilie die Möglichkeit, ihre beliebtesten Marken, Zigarren, Accessoires und Lounges zu nominieren. Die fünf besten davon werden dann in der zweiten Runde zur Abstimmung gestellt.
Cigar Trophy 2026: Nominations Open Soon
From May 16 to June 7, the global cigar family has the opportunity to nominate their best brands, cigars, accessories and lounges. The best five of them will then be published for voting in the second round.
The Premium Cigar Association Concludes a Successful PCA26
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) successfully concluded its annual trade show and convention, PCA26, held April 17–20, 2026, in New Orleans.
PCA Expands into Asia Through Strategic Partnership with Cigraal
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced a new strategic partnership with Cigraal, a leading premium cigar development and distribution company across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa.
PCA Announces 2026 Best of the Leaf Award Winners
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced the winners of the 2026 Best of the Leaf Awards during the Awards Reception at this year’s PCA Trade Show. These awards recognize the finest premium cigar retailers, lounges, and bars from across the United States and around the world.
PCA Acquires The Cigar Academy
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) today announced the acquisition of The Cigar Academy (TCA) from Oliva Cigars, marking a significant step in advancing education, professionalization, and long-term development across the premium cigar industry.
