BARDSTOWN, KY (Feb. 20, 2025) – Mark your calendars! National Bourbon Week™ is returning to Bardstown, Kentucky, June 10-15, 2025, for its highly anticipated second year. Details on exact events and experiences will be announced soon, but bourbon enthusiasts of all stripes can look forward to another unforgettable celebration of America’s native spirit in the heart of the Bourbon Capital of the World™.
Presented by Buzick Construction, National Bourbon Week™ will again bring together world-class distilleries, exclusive tastings, unique educational experiences, and the vibrant spirit of Bardstown’s historic downtown. Last year’s inaugural event was a resounding hit, featuring a week filled with rare releases, special events, and the 21stAnnual Bourbon City Street Concert.
“The inaugural National Bourbon Week™ was a milestone for the Bardstown/Nelson County community and the bourbon industry,” said Stacey Phelps, President of Visit Bardstown. “We’re excited to bring the tradition back in 2025, offering more opportunities to experience the craftsmanship and tradition that make Bardstown the heart of Bourbon Country.”
“Our nine esteemed partner distilleries are excited to expand upon the groundwork we laid with our inaugural National Bourbon Week celebration in 2024, offering even more bespoke experiences for our visitors and residents alike this June,” said Sam Lacy, Executive Director of the Bourbon Capital Alliance. “National Bourbon Week is a community-wide celebration of the spirit that built Bardstown into the economic and tourism powerhouse it is today.”
Stay tuned for more information on events, tickets, and special experiences, including a major celebration on National Bourbon Day (June 14).
About Bardstown: Located in the heart of the Bluegrass State, Bardstown offers the ultimate bourbon getaway. With 11 unique distilleries within 16 miles of court square, all your bourbon dreams can come true here in Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of The World. Settled in 1780, Bardstown is Kentucky’s second-oldest city so come see us for our unrivaled history. Throughout Nelson County, there are more than 300 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, with nearly 200 of them located in the historic downtown district. Here in Bardstown, you’ll find the friendly attitude and Southern charm that can only be found in such a town. For more information, go to www.VisitBardstown.com.
About the Bourbon Capital Alliance:
Founded in 2017, the Bourbon Capital Alliance is committed to building upon Bardstown’s status as the Bourbon Capital of the World. Working alongside local distilleries and community partners, the nonprofit Alliance’s initiatives include the Bourbon Capital Guild bourbon society, the Bourbon Capital Academy educational experiences, the annual National Bourbon Week, the Bourbon Capital District entertainment destination center, Bardstown special license plates, and more. Learn more at https://bourboncapital.org.
