National Bourbon Week kicks off in Bardstown this June
Kicking off on National Bourbon Day, the third annual National Bourbon Week ® returns to Bardstown — the Bourbon Capital of the World® — June 14–21, 2026. With 10 partner distilleries, this spirited, weeklong celebration will welcome bourbon enthusiasts from across the country for an unforgettable lineup of rare pours, exclusive experiences, curated events, and signature Southern hospitality. For more information, visit nationalbourbonweek.com.
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Presented by Buzick Construction, National Bourbon Week ® showcases world-class distilleries, immersive tastings, engaging educational sessions, and the vibrant charm of Bardstown’s historic downtown.
“National Bourbon Week is a celebration of the heritage, craftsmanship, and community that define the Bourbon Capital of the World,” said Stacey Phelps, president of Bardstown-Nelson County Tourism. “We welcome visitors to experience our historic distilleries, vibrant downtown, and raise a glass to America’s native spirit.”
National Bourbon Week ® is a community-wide celebration of the city and its ties to bourbon’s history, growth and evolution. All events are offered independently so guests can build their perfect itinerary with great places to stay, dine and explore.
This year’s schedule includes a wide range of events for every bourbon lover, including multiple special releases from distillery partners, unique culinary offerings, educational opportunities and more. New this year, Limestone Branch Distillery and Potter Jane Distilling Company join Bourbon Capital Alliance partners Log Still Distillery, Heaven Hill Distillery, James B. Beam Distilling Co., Preservation Distillery, Old SteelHouse Distillery, Lux Row Distillers, Maker’s Mark Distillery and Barton 1792 Distillery in offering special events for the week, with the full schedule and ticketing information on the National Bourbon Week ® website.
Back for its second year, the Bourbon Capital Mash Up unites 10 partner distilleries for an unforgettable evening. Each distillery will be thoughtfully paired with a local culinary partner, highlighting the distinctive flavors of their unique mashbills through curated tastings and bites.
“The Bourbon Capital Alliance’s 10 partner distilleries are pulling out all the stops for our third annual National Bourbon Week,” said Sam Lacy, Executive Director of the Bourbon Capital Alliance. “We are very proud of the continued growth of National Bourbon Week into a premier series of events that should be on any bourbon lover’s calendar. We look forward to friends far and wide making the trek to Bardstown for the biggest and best National Bourbon Week to date.”
