September 5-7, 2025
Kentucky is home to Bourbon! This annual festival is one of the Commonwealth’s leading community festivals showcasing the Bourbon-making process and the storied history of Kentucky’s renowned industry. Many distilleries, plus genuine Kentucky arts and crafters, display their wares.
Held in the Bourbon Capital of the World™, the Kentucky Bourbon Festival draws bourbon lovers to Bardstown, Kentucky, each year to celebrate the storied history of distilling America’s native spirit during National Bourbon Heritage Month. More than 60 distilleries, with over 200 brands and expressions, will be at this year’s festival pouring samples and offering opportunities for attendees to engage with the most sought-after brands and enjoy engaging sessions with industry leaders and personalities. The weekend-long event includes samples from distilleries, the ability to purchase bottles directly from distillery booths as well as access to KYBF exclusive single barrel selections, along with chances to meet Master Distillers, attend workshops, panel discussions, expanded food offerings and more than 40 vendors in the Bourbon Marketplace.
Join the distillery whiskey tastings and education sessions finished off with amazing food and live music. Visit the distilleries on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
Visit: 502-275-8384; Kentucky Bourbon Festival
