You can’t spell Louisville without love, and you certainly can’t visit Louisville without sampling America’s only native spirit, Bourbon.
Louisville boasts 11 Bourbon distilleries around the city, a culinary and cocktail adventure coined the Urban Bourbon Trail®, Bourbon-infused culinary foodways at area restaurants and a spirited calendar bursting with various Bourbon-themed events all year long. If you are planning a trip to Bourbon City, you might want to center your visit around one of these high-proof events.
April 11: BourbonVille – Hosted by the Kentucky Derby Festival. Guests will taste signature Bourbon drinks from some of Kentucky’s top distilleries, enjoy Bourbon-inspired cuisine and meet the Master Distillers.
April 23-28: Distilled – A week of once-in-a-lifetime events and experiences showcasing Kentucky's Bourbon Country. The six-day event with eight unique experiences offers unparalleled access to the birthplace of bourbon, bringing together featured talent from distillers to chefs, musicians, and more.
June 1-14: Old Fashioned Fortnight – Every year, Louisville celebrates the libation during Old Fashioned Fortnight by shining a spotlight on the spirited Bourbon concoction with special exhibits, events, cocktail classes, dinners and more.
August 15-18: Bourbon SIPosium – The only consumer-based, female-focused whiskey conference in the US. Part industry conference, part girls’ weekend, and part family reunion, SIPosium demonstrates the magic of 400+ bourbon-loving women in the room together.
August 29-September 1: Bourbon Boule – A gathering of premium spirits enthusiasts drawing a unique demographic of African Americans from across the country for a highly curated weekend-long experience.
September 13-15: Kentucky Bourbon Festival – Though hosted in Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World ®, you can make Louisville your base and catch a complimentary shuttle to the event grounds.
September 19-22: Bourbon and Beyond – Known as the World’s Largest Bourbon & Music Festival, the four-day party brings together the perfect blend of bourbon, food, and music to celebrate what makes Louisville such a beloved festival destination.
December TBD: Sip and Sole – With a focus on adding to the style, culture, and authenticity of the industry – Sip & Sole aims to capture the next generation of spirits drinkers.
While planning a trip to Louisville, guests can download a copy of
Louisville Tourism’s annual Visitor Guide to help plan a tour around Louisville to see the city's top attractions and bourbon distilleries.
Posted by: Louisville Tourism
Posted on: 26/02/2024