Any Way She Likes It
1 pm - 3 pm
Enjoy a private Bourbon tasting "just for the girls" (significant others are always welcome) hosted by Peggy Noe Stevens, former Master Bourbon Taster. Peggy will describe the trends in Bourbon as it appeals to women while taking a deep sensory dive into the styles of Bourbon and what flavor profiles to look for in bourbon. $35 per person (Must Be 21) Reservation required.
(800) 638-4877 #4.
Backstreets of Bardstown Historical Tour
East side of Court Square
11 am - 12 pm, 1 pm - 2 pm & 3 pm - 4 pm
Take a ride in the Around the Town Carriage’s horse-drawn trolley and enjoy a tour from local historians who will tell the rich and fascinating history of Bardstown. $20 per person. Reservations recommended or
purchase tickets at the Bardstown Welcome Center.
(800) 638-4877 #4.
Bourbon, Cigars and Jazz™
The Great Hall and Rotunda at
My Old Kentucky Home State Park
501 East Stephen Foster Ave.
7 pm - 12 am
Enjoy an evening of fine cigars and fine Bourbon. Cigar and Bourbon aficionados will enjoy Camacho Cigars and an array of select Bourbons from Heaven Hill Distilleries, including Evan Williams Single Barrel Bourbon, Elijah Craig 12-Year-Old, Elijah Craig 18-Year-Old and Very Special Old Fitzgerald to name a few. Delicious food and New Orleans music liven up the night in true Mardi Gras-style. Dress – Casual Cocktail Attire. (800) 638-4877 #4. $90 per person. (Must be 21). [photos]
Bourbon Cocktail Mixology™
6 pm - 8 pm
Sample an array of Kentucky Bourbon-based cocktails. Learn why certain ingredients bring out the best of Bourbon’s complex and satisfying flavors. The Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book will be given as a favor $50 per person (Must Be 21). Reservation required (800) 638-4877 #4.
Bourbon Window Displays
Downtown Bardstown
North Third St. and Flaget Ave.
Stroll the main streets of Bardstown and view window displays created by the Kentucky Bourbon distilleries and Brands. Free.
Brushed Barrels
Bardstown Welcome Center
One Court Square
View a display of painted and altered Bourbon barrels on the front lawn. Free admission. [photos]
Family Fun Area
City Hall Lawn
220 North Fifth St.
4 pm - 10 pm
Families will enjoy a variety of interactive games, inflatables, train rides and much more. Fees vary. [photos]
Food Booths
City Hall Parking Lot
220 North Third St.
4 pm - 10 pm
An assortment of food vendors to satisfy your hunger. Free admission to the Lawn.
Ghostly Spirits of Bardstown
The Old Stable
116 W. Stephen Foster Avenue
8 pm - 10 pm
Join Certified Ghost Hunter Patti Starr for a historic walking tour and ghost hunt on the shadowy streets of Bardstown! Hear true stories of ghostly activity at the locations on the trek. Bring your cameras, audio recorders and camcorder if you wish. $20 per person. Reservations recommended or purchase tickets at the Bardstown Welcome Center. (800) 638-4877 #4
Hands-On Activities
Spalding Hall Lawn
114 North Fifth St.
4 pm - 10 pm
Enjoy a variety of hands-on activities for all ages. All activities revolve around the world of Bourbon, from poster puzzles to filling a bottle with various ingredients in Bourbon. Free admission to the Lawn. [photos]
Half Pint of Whiskey History with a Shot of Humor
Wickland Home of Three Governors
550 Bloomfield Road
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
A meander through the history of Kentucky Bourbon making, legal or otherwise. No tale left untold, no barrel left untapped. Local Historian Dixie Hibbs and visiting experts will share their tales. Informal tale telling with the option of staying for a Bourbon flavored picnic lunch. Limited seating, lunch reservists first call on seating $20 for lunch inclusive. Lunch reservation call (502) 507-0808.
Kentucky Arts & Crafts, Foods, Distillery Booths, Kentucky Displays and Retail Booths
Spalding Hall and City Hall Lawns
114 North Fifth St.
4 pm - 10 pm
Kentucky Distilleries display and sell their branded and interesting wares. Experience Kentucky through displays and unique retail. Kentucky artisans and craftsmen offer juried handmade items for sale. Free admission to the Lawn. [photos]
Kentucky Bourbon Festival Art Exhibit
Court Square, Bardstown
Exhibit opened Sept.12-18
11 am - 7 pm daily
Local artists present a variety of art work on display for viewing and purchase. Special Event to be held on Thursday 5 pm - 7 pm. Guests will be able to meet the artists while viewing their work.
Kentucky Bourbon Shots™
Bardstown Welcome Center
One Court Square
Enjoy the photography skills of participants depicting the theme Kentucky Bourbon through color, black-and-white and modified. Entry forms are available on-line and at the KBF office. Limit one entry in each category per person. Awards given for each category. Free admission. (Must be 21)
Let’s Talk Bourbon™
Four Roses Distillery
1224 Bonds Mill Rd.
Lawrenceburg, KY
9:30 am -1:30 pm (Fri)
A detailed seminar by the Four Roses Master Distiller, Jim Rutledge, looking at the history and process of making Kentucky Bourbon. Tour the distillery and enjoy an outside Kentucky breakfast buffet. $30 per person. (Must be 21). Reservations required. (800) 638-4877 #4.
Music on the Lawn
City Hall Lawn
220 North Fifth St.
5 pm - 12 am (Fri & Sat)
Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History
Spalding Hall
114 North Fifth St.
10 am - 6 pm
An 1826 building housing stills, photos, artifacts and displays of distilling from pre-colonial days to the present. Gift shop includes historical Bourbon memorabilia. Free admission. Donations appreciated.
Spirit Garden™
Behind City Hall
220 North Fifth St.
5 pm - 12:30 am
The Spirit Garden, sponsored by Maker's Mark and presented by the Bardstown Rotary Club, is a cash bar featuring participating Kentucky Bourbons. Beer is also available. Entry with purchase of KBF 2011 lapel pin. (Must be 21 and show ID to enter).
U.S. Army Extreme Adventure
City Hall Lawn
220 North Fifth St.
6 pm - 9 pm
Experience the excitement, adventure and opportunities that are currently available by joining the Army. Free admission to the Lawn.
Whiskey City Cruisers Vehicle Show
City Hall
220 North Fifth St.
4 pm - 10 pm
View a variety of vehicles on display from the area's largest club. Free admission to the Lawn.
2012 KBF Lapel Pins will be available online, coming soon, and also at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival information booth on the Lawn and at the Spirit Garden.
Safe Ride Home available during the festival sponsored by Bulleit Distilling Company.
General info on the Festival:
One Court Square
Bardstown, KY 40004
(800) 638-4877 #4
(502) 348-3623 #4
FAX (502) 348-3403
 RESTRICTIONS:
NO DOGS ALLOWED ON THE LAWN
Downtown Map
Download our 2011 Brochure and Event Schedule
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