See below for Bourbon themed festivals and events, and for websites to visit throughout the year:

Bourbon Themed Festivals & Events:

• Bourbon Boule, Louisville, KY, August 29 – September 1, 2024: Bourbonites attend from all over the country. Bourbon Boule is your opportunity to make IRL connections with fellow premium spirit lovers of color.
• Bourbon & Beyond: Louisville, KY, September 19th-22nd, 2024, Highland Festival Grounds at KY Expo, 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209: Four-day even featuring 100+ artists, distillaries and culinary offerings.
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• Kentucky Bourbon Festival: Bardstown KY, September 13-15, 2024, https://visitbardstown.com/event/kentucky-bourbon-festival-2/ #kybourbonfest is a celebration of Kentucky Bourbon and the Bourbon Capital of the World, Bardstown, Kentucky. The festival features over 50 of Kentucky’s top distilleries and attracts bourbon enthusiasts from across the United States and around the world. It has sold out the last two years.
• Annual Bourbon & Bacon Festival: Greenville, SC, Friday, September 27th, 2024 for an evening of delicious bites and bourbon sampling.
• The 12th Annual Great American Whiskey Fair, Columbia, SC, October 4th, 2024 is the largest celebration of American whiskey in the Southeast, with over 100 different distilleries and bottlers presenting over 300 whiskeys, bourbons and ryes! Taste whiskeys and bourbons while chatting with distillery owners, master distillers, blending masters and brand ambassadors from around the world.
• Bourbon on the Banks, Frankfort KY, October 5, 2024; early access at 1 p.m., general admission at 2 p.m. Event ends at 6 p.m., #bourbononthebanks. Held each year on the first Saturday in October, Bourbon on the Banks is Frankfort’s premier annual bourbon tasting event set along the historic banks of the Kentucky River at Frankfort’s River View Park. Come “Sip Bourbon, Explore History” during the event’s tasting samples, demonstrations, and educational discussions that showcase a variety of whiskeys. The festival spotlights 60+ distilleries, bourbon industry influencers, regional food vendors, bourbon-themed artisans, and regional musicians. Several local breweries and wineries will also participate. Bottled spirits and wine will be available for purchase at the event.
• Bay City Bourbon Fest, Bay City, MI, Saturday October 19, 2024. Bay City Bourbon Fest is an indoor bourbon festival hosted at Bay County Historical Museum (321 Washington Ave, Bay City, MI 48708). This festival will feature 100+ whiskeys, store picks and VIP section. Most of the list is bourbon but there will be a few non-bourbon options such as beer & wine. In addition to the great beverage selection, we will have a food truck, live music, vendors and more!
• Atlanta Bourbon Festival, Atlanta, Ga, Saturday, October 26, 2024, Session 1: 1pm-4pm, VIP 12pm; Session 2: 6pm-9pm, VIP 5pm at Guardian Works. Guardian Works – Awesome new venue on the westside with great indoor and outdoor space. Enjoy 50+ bourbon and whiskey options, cocktails, wine & beer, and live music.
• 2025 Bourbon Classic, Louisville, KY. The Bourbon Classic will be held on February 19-22, 2025 and features Cocktail & Culinary Challenge, featuring cocktails and small plates from notable chefs and bartenders, Bourbon University educational sessions and TASTE a one-of-a-kind opportunity to sample a variety of different Bourbons, meet renowned master distillers and enjoy delicious dishes from our featured restaurants.
• Bonded Spirit Bluegrass Festival, Covington KY, March 2, 2024; 5-10 p.m., #BondedSpiritFestival is a bluegrass festival celebrating music and Bourbon, now going on its fourth year.
• New Orleans Bourbon Festival 2025, starting March 19th, 2025, New Orleans, LA: Get ready to sip and savor the best bourbons in the Big Easy.

Bourbon Related Websites:

BourbonBlog.com: This website provides news, reviews, and information about bourbon and other spirits. It also has a blog with articles about the history and production of bourbon, as well as cocktail recipes and tasting notes.

1. Bourbon & Banter: This website is dedicated to all things bourbon, with a focus on education and entertainment. It features articles about the history and production of bourbon, as well as reviews and recommendations for different brands and styles.
2. Bourbon Review: This website is a comprehensive resource for bourbon enthusiasts, with reviews, ratings, and information about different brands and styles of bourbon. It also has a blog with articles about the history and production of bourbon, as well as cocktail recipes and tasting notes.
3. Bourbon Society: This website is a community for bourbon enthusiasts, with a forum for discussion and a calendar of events. It also features articles about the history and production of bourbon, as well as reviews and recommendations for different brands and styles.
4. Bourbon & Beyond: This website is a resource for bourbon enthusiasts, with articles about the history and production of bourbon, as well as reviews and recommendations for different brands and styles. It also has a blog with cocktail recipes and tasting notes.

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There are many clubs that center around bourbon tasting and drinking. Here is a list of some options:

1. Bourbon Brotherhood: This club is for bourbon enthusiasts who are looking to learn more about the history and production of bourbon, as well as taste and compare different brands and styles. https://www.bourbonbrotherhood.com/
2. Bourbon Women Association: This club is specifically for women who are interested in bourbon and offers educational events, tastings, and social events. http://www.bourbonwomen.org/
3. Bourbon Guild: This club is for those who want to learn more about the history, production, and culture of bourbon, as well as taste and compare different brands.
4. Kentucky Black Bourbon Guild: This club is for individuals of color who are interested in exploring the wide world of bourbon and learning more about the different brands, distilleries, and production methods. https://www.kentuckyblackbourbonguild.com/
5. The Bourbon Society: The Bourbon Society was established for Bourbon aficionados who want to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Bourbon’s culture, history, diversity, and flavor profiles through open discussions, lectures, and tastings. https://www.thebourbonsociety.org/site_home.cfm
6. American Bourbon Association: This club is for bourbon enthusiasts who want to learn more about the history and production of bourbon, as well as taste and compare different brands and styles. https://www.americanbourbonassociation.com/
7. Southern Kentucky Bourbon Society: This club is for individuals who are interested in learning about and exploring the bourbon industry in Kentucky, as well as tasting and comparing different brands. https://www.southernkybourbonsociety.com/
8. The Lexington Bourbon Society: This club is for those who are interested in learning more about bourbon and tasting different brands and styles. https://lexingtonbourbonsociety.com/

It’s worth noting that some of these clubs may have membership fees or require an application process. Additionally, some of these clubs may be located in specific regions or may have a focus on a particular style of bourbon.

OTHER CLUBS: There are many clubs that have local meet-ups, so check your regions for one near you.

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