Now in its third edition, Tulum Crypto Fest (TCF) isn’t just an event—it’s a portal into innovation, culture, and connection. This three-day celebration is set to showcase the best of crypto, Tulum, and Mexico, with the vibrant energy of Web3 leaving attendees not just informed, but transformed.
Returning this December to Tulum’s lush jungles and pristine beaches, TCF invites crypto pioneers, ReFi enthusiasts, and visionaries to immerse themselves in a transformative exploration of Web3, regenerative finance (ReFi), decentralized living, and and cutting-edge concepts like popup cities.
Why Does TCF Feel Like Magic?
Because Tulum isn’t just a destination—it’s an experience. It’s barefoot luxury, a fantasy, and a balm for the soul. When you blend this unique energy with the pulse of a crypto bull run and three years of evolution, you ignite a dynamic fusion of culture, innovation, and ideas that spark lifelong connections and profound insights.
TCF Evolves into a DAO, Taking a Big Leap into Decentralization
This year, Tulum Crypto Fest takes its ethos further by officially becoming a DAO (decentralized autonomous organization), a blockchain-based governance model that allows for collective and transparent decision-making. María Castillo, CEO of the Peace Keepers platform, will present this groundbreaking transformation, along with TCF founders Like Group Management, Coworking Tulum, and Tulum Crypto Club and how it will amplify participant voices, while embodying the decentralized values at crypto’s core.
“By becoming a DAO, TCF is empowering its community to shape the festival’s future while redefining how events are organized in the Web3 era,” says Castillo.
The DAO model aligns with the decentralized ethos of organizational structure based on transparency and on-chain governance where Web3 innovations can thrive.
Rock Stars of Crypto and Culture
Back for his second appearance, legendary musician Scott Page of Pink Floyd fame headlines TCF 2024. Known as a “DeFi Maxie/Web3 evangelist,” Page bridges music and technology, with a visionary approach to creativity and decentralized innovation. The Golden Mullet NFT collection captures the essence of Scott Page’s multifaceted career as a performer, entrepreneur, and inventor. Featuring rare, behind-the-scenes glimpses into rock history, it offers a treasure trove of iconic achievements from Scott, providing an unparalleled lens into Page’s unique journey at the intersection of music, technology, and storytelling.
Taking his creativity even further, Scott is part of a groundbreaking project called LunarBits, which is literally sending NFTs to the moon. This lunar voyage showcases the limitless potential of blockchain technology and the boundless frontiers of artistic expression.
Joining Scott in this lunar voyage is Alejandro Glatt, whose work with Crypto Papayas marries sustainability, art, and technology. Alejandro is one of 222 visionary artists (among several speaking at the fest) whose fantastical creations are also being sent to the moon marking an unprecedented moment in the history of digital and physical art convergence. Together, these artists embody the fusion of innovation, art, and a collective leap into the future—one that’s truly out of this world.
A Fusion of Technology, Nature, and Creativity
When you come to Tulum Crypto Fest (TCF) you will be transported to another dimension —a harmonious fusion of luxury and nature set against breathtaking Solarpunk-inspired landscapes.
The festival begins with a beachfront welcome at Maya Tulum, the hub for all main conference and speaking events.
Evening gatherings take the experience further, with one-of-a-kind events at the stunning crystalline cenote of Vesica and the iconic Gitano Beach, where the highly anticipated “WHALE TANK” competition for Web3 projects will be held.
TCF Expanding Globally
In addition to the launch of the TCF DAO, this year marks another significant milestone for the fest, its global expansion to Dubai, where the next upcoming edition will be in collaboration with Gitano Dubai, expanding its global influence after successfully bringing Tulum’s energy to cities like Miami and New York and solidifying TCF’s growing global influence.
“This upcoming expansion to Dubai marks an exciting chapter for Tulum Crypto Fest,” says Tere Castagnino, Co-Founder of Like Management Group. “Partnering with Gitano Dubai, we’re thrilled to bring Tulum’s unique energy to a new global audience, fostering innovation and connection in one of the world’s most dynamic cultural hubs.”
Kickstart Your TCF Experience with Engaging Pre-Festival Events
Before the festival officially begins, attendees can participate in two engaging pre-festival events at the NFT Boutique in Tulum.
The Citizen Wallet Workshop, led by Will T. of KFMEDIA℠, offers an accessible introduction to Web3 mechanics, empowering community organizers to confidently engage with digital assets.
Following that, Pizza Zama: It’s Raining Tokens!, hosted with partners PizzaDAO, ReFi Tulum, and SolarpunkDAO, combines crypto education with delicious pizza, building community over mouthwatering slices.
ReFi and Popup Cities Take Center Stage
Tulum Crypto Fest (TCF) offers a platform for bold and transformative ideas where blockchain technology intersects with creativity, governance, and sustainability. One of the key highlights is the exploration of ReFi and its potential to address global challenges like plastic pollution, climate change and inequality. Panels such as ReFi is the Future of Crypto will cover the potential of blockchain to enable purpose-driven initiatives that foster thriving ecosystems and empower communities.
Popup cities, a concept gaining traction as hubs of innovation and collaboration, will also be highlighted. These experimental ephemeral cities provide a dynamic space for global thinkers, digital nomads and builders to prototype solutions for challenges such as resource optimization, community resilience, and ecological stewardship.
Further enriching the event, talks will address creative applications of blockchain technology in the arts, gaming, and social good, providing attendees with a multi-dimensional experience of Web3’s transformative potential.
Fierce Feminine Energy
This year, the Fierce Feminine of ReFi panel returns to Tulum Crypto Fest with amplified impact, now representing a dynamic female artist collective that nurtures creative talent entering the Web3 space. Central to this initiative is the Fierce Feminine of ReFi NFT Collection, an embodiment of the synergy between art and regenerative action. 
TCF 2024 also expands its focus on female-driven narratives with an array of empowering discussions. Panels such as Women Leading in Web3: Breaking Barriers and Building Communities illuminate the journeys of trailblazing women shaping blockchain’s future. The Empowering Female Founders: Funding and Scaling in Web3 session delivers actionable strategies for securing investment and growing ventures that seamlessly integrate purpose with profit.
Adding spiritual depth to the discourse is Bringing the Divine Feminine into Crypto, a talk that explores how nurturing and intuitive energies can harmonize with technology to inspire holistic innovation in blockchain.
Together, these events create a rich ecosystem for collaboration, mentorship, and celebration, aiming to equip and inspire the next generation of women to confidently harness blockchain as a transformative tool for reimagining the decentralized future.
Post-Crypto Fest: ReFi at Ikal with Maya Spirits
Keeping the energy alive post-fest, Maya Spirits and TCF will be hosting an event on December 17 inviting attendees to deepen their connection to ReFi values. This educational gathering will share Maya Spirits journey working with a Mayan community to preserve the Mayan jungle and empower their community through education and regenerative economic activities such as melipona honey production.
Dive into a day of learning, creativity, and impact as modern technology meets ancient traditions in a celebration of community-driven change.
TCF 2024: Where Visionaries Gather
From visionary panels to interactive workshops, TCF brings together thought leaders and innovators to explore how decentralized systems can create impactful, real-world change.
With over 60 speakers, immersive workshops, holistic activities, and unforgettable parties, Tulum Crypto Fest is more than an event—it’s a movement. It’s where technology and humanity converge, and where the seeds of tomorrow’s decentralized world are sown.
There’s still time to join this magical gathering of hearts and minds, click here for tickets and use the code SANDRAOFF for a 10& discount. Join us as we build a world within a world. Visit TulumCryptoFest.io for details and registration.
Full Disclosure: Author is owner of NFT Boutique and is working in partnership with TCF, however this is not a paid post.
