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What is National Bourbon Week?
National Bourbon Week is a celebration of all things bourbon in the Bourbon Capital of the World, Bardstown, KY. Centered around National Bourbon Day which occurs June 14 each year, National Bourbon Week includes dozens of distillery events, special releases, tastings and more, as well as the annual Bourbon City Street Concert in downtown Bardstown.
In 2024, National Bourbon Week also included the release of the much anticipated Bardstown Collection, a collaboration amongst multiple local distilleries. In 2025, the Bourbon Capital Alliance put on the inaugural Bourbon Capital Mash Up, a downtown event featuring all nine partner distilleries pouring their best for ticketed guests. Each distillery was paired with a local restaurant for small bites.
To check out photos from past National Bourbon Week celebrations, click here.
Who runs National Bourbon Week?
National Bourbon Week is organized by the Bourbon Capital Alliance, a local nonprofit organization tasked with building the comprehensive bourbon experience in Bardstown. Working closely with the Bourbon Capital Alliance's local partner distilleries, Visit Bardstown, and Bardstown Mainstreet, the seven day series of bourbon-focused events is a fantastic week for a bourbon lover to be in the Bourbon Capital of the World.
Who can attend National Bourbon Week?
For those 21+, any and all distillery events, downtown tastings, special releases and more are open to you. Most events are ticketed and those ticket links may be found on the Schedule page. For those under 21, you are invited to enjoy the downtown festivities on Third Street on Saturday, June 20.
When will tickets go on sale?
Tickets for 2026 National Bourbon Week distillery events will go on sale on Saturday, March 14. To be one of the first to see the schedule and purchase tickets, please join our e-newsletter.
Where do National Bourbon Week events take place?
Events will happen all over Bardstown and greater Nelson County. Multiple distilleries will host ticketed events on site, while several will utilize the Brindiamo Penthouse on the third floor of historic Spalding Hall in downtown Bardstown. The annual Bourbon City Street Concert will be held on Third Street in downtown Bardstown on Saturday, June 20.
I'm traveling in from out of town. Where should I stay?
From hotels to bed & breakfasts to Airbnbs, Bardstown has loads of great lodging options. Check out Visit Bardstown's lodging page to check options and book your room.
What is there to eat in Bardstown?
Check out the tons of restaurant/bar/brewery options in Bardstown and surrounding areas here.