NKY Bourbon Festival & Kickoff Party

The NKY Bourbon Festival & Kickoff Party is moving forward! Join us for a spirited celebration of community, culture, and Kentucky heritage at the Northern Kentucky Bourbon Festival and Kickoff Party! This unique event brings together bourbon lovers, local artisans, businesses, and nonprofit organizations to highlight the best our region has to offer—while supporting the prosperity of our entire community. The festival is more than a celebration of Kentucky’s world-famous bourbon—it’s a platform for connection, collaboration, and economic uplift. Attendees to this week-long event will enjoy tastings from regional distilleries and restaurants, live music, artisans, and interactive demonstrations. From local entrepreneurs to cultural organizations, every participant helps tell the story of Northern Kentucky’s vibrant identity.