Watch Hill Proper will host the 4th Annual American Whiskey Festival on Saturday 15 August 2026 at North Village Square in Norton Commons, Louisville, Kentucky. The free, all-ages event will run from 5pm to 10pm and feature more than 40 distilleries and wineries, live music, food vendors, and expanded VIP experiences.
The festival is presented by Thomas Law Offices. Tickets are on sale now.
Guests aged 21 and over can access the Whiskey & Wine Garden, sponsored by Duckhorn Vineyards. The garden will offer unlimited pours from more than 40 American whiskey brands, plus wine from Duckhorn Vineyards, priced at $60.
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READ THE STORYLive entertainment will take place on the Doo Wop Stage, sponsored by Doo Wop Shop. Performances will come from Soul Circus, Laurie Jane & The 45s, and Kimmet & Friends.
Attendees may also purchase an all-inclusive VIP experience for $300. The package includes Whiskey & Wine Garden access, exclusive pours, specialty cocktails, chef-driven cuisine by Chef Michael Crouch, and private lounge access inside Watch Hill Proper.
New for 2026, the festival will offer four distiller-led private tastings. These sessions are priced at $50 per person and are sold separately from the Whiskey & Wine Garden and VIP tickets.
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“Since launching in Norton Commons, the American Whiskey Festival has grown into one of Louisville’s signature summer events, attracting thousands each year to celebrate American whiskey, wine, food, music, and community,” the organizers said.
Tickets for the 4th Annual American Whiskey Festival can be purchased online.
