Kentucky Bourbon Festival Announces 2027 Dates; September 16-19, 2027

Fifth consecutive sellout prompts save the date for next year.

The Kentucky Bourbon Festival has announced that its 2027 event will take place September 16-19 in Bardstown, Kentucky, the Bourbon Capital of the World. The annual festival brings bourbon enthusiasts from around the world to Kentucky during National Bourbon Heritage Month to celebrate the history, culture, and craft of bourbon.

“We’re excited to welcome bourbon lovers from around the world back to Bardstown for another unforgettable Kentucky Bourbon Festival,” said Randy Prasse, president and COO of the Kentucky Bourbon Festival. “The momentum we’ve built since revamping the event in 2021 continues to grow, and we’re looking forward to delivering an even bigger and more exciting festival experience in 2027.”

Kentucky Bourbon Festival Continues Fifth Consecutive Sellout

The 2026 Kentucky Bourbon Festival sold out for the fifth consecutive year. The event has continued to expand opportunities for attendees to interact with sought-after bourbon brands while offering educational and immersive experiences. According to the festival, approximately 85% of ticketed guests travel to Bardstown from outside Kentucky, making the event an important tourism and economic driver for the region.

“The continued success of the Kentucky Bourbon Festival is a testament to the dedication of our amazing distillery partners, dedicated staff and board members, and of course our sponsors and volunteers, all of whom share our passion and have worked diligently to build what is now widely regarded as a premier whiskey event,” Prasse said.

How to Land 2027 Kentucky Bourbon Festival Tickets

The Kentucky Bourbon Festival is presented by long-term sponsor The Koetter Group, a third-generation family-owned business specializing in construction, real estate, building services, and K-Rax premium spirits barrel storage systems.

An on-sale date for 2027 Kentucky Bourbon Festival tickets has not yet been announced. Bourbon enthusiasts can subscribe to the festival’s e-newsletter for advance notice of ticket sales, special events, and other festival news.