Learn about Tiki Mug releases and upcoming events.
By the early ’90s, Tiki bars had all but disappeared, and their signature ceramic mugs were drifting into thrift shops and swap meets. In Venice Beach, however, a small band of collectors and artists saw more than kitsch—they saw art.
The tide’s bringing in something dangerous and it lands in port TONIGHT! Introducing the “Diver’s Downfall” Cocktail Mug- a tribute to those mythical temptresses of the sea.
An update for those who purchased a “Nelson’s Demise Rum Barrel Mug” and/or a “Meow V Diving Helmet Mug”. Most mugs have shipped and remaining mugs will ship in October.
Wusong Road Tiki Bar will be serving up a Filipino-inspired, all-you-can-eat brunch, sponsored by Tanduay Rum and featuring the legendary Jeff “Beachbum” Berry- tiki icon and owner of Latitude 29.
We are proud to announce a new mug! The Search for Tiki will release the limited edition Meow V Diving Helmet mug on Monday, May 19th. It was designed and made in the USA.
Introducing the NELSON’S DEMISE BARREL MUG! This limited edition mug is the first mug made by The Search for Tiki in New England. It was hand sculpted by tiki legend Dave “Squid” Cohen.
Hidden Harbor will release the first in a series of Surfing Reaper mugs featuring custom surfboard artwork in a collaboration with Ohana is Dead Saturday. This first mug is a limited edition of 50.
The Search for Tiki will be releasing a brand new, limited edition cocktail mug next weekend in Arizona, to coincide with Tiki Oasis. The mug has not officially been revealed yet, but an announcement is imminent.
Every kiln needs a good name! Help us name The Search for Tiki’s first Skutt kiln. If we choose your name, you’ll receive a coupon valid for one free tiki mug* from our shop.
Just released! Captain Dock’s Limited Edition Poseidon Bob mug has made landfall and it is now available for purchase through The Search for Tiki (while supplies last). Less than 50 mugs are available.
A pair of foul fowl have been spotted at The Golden Tiki in Las Vegas, NV. Designed by Trader Sam’s legend Tim Wollweber, these pesky bird mugs are available for purchase both in the bar and online.
Munktiki announced a limited number of Crabby Skull mugs will be released on their website tonight, February 26th. The mugs will be available starting at 6:00pm PST/9:00pm EST.
Get ready to dive into a legendary mug release! This Friday, February 28th, Captain Dock’s Poseidon Bob will be making waves and going on sale through The Search for Tiki. It is a Limited Edition of 50.
The official 2025 event mug for Arizona Tiki Oasis has been revealed. John Mulder of Eekum Bookum has returned to design this year’s mug and his team will be manufacturing it in the USA.
The Donn of Tiki has announced a Limited Edition mug release and signing with Kevin Kidney at Strongwater Anaheim. The event is Sunday, March 2nd and reservations are required.
Tickets are available now for The Search for Tiki’s first ever seminar at Arizona Tiki Oasis! The seminar will take place on Saturday, April 26th at 12:45pm and several mugs will be revealed during the event.