Bourbon & Beyond bills itself as “the world’s largest music, food and bourbon festival,” which makes you wonder how many other festivals are competing for the niche title. If they exist, they’ll have a hard time finding the kind of dedicated fanbase that Bourbon & Beyond has enjoyed in Louisville, Kentucky, a state where 95% of the world’s bourbon is produced. Even for those few heretics that don’t love a good old fashioned, Bourbon & Beyond 2024 has plenty else to offer, like all-star performers, convenient camping right across from the Highland Festival Grounds and celebrity chef demos.
You could even skip the booze entirely and roam from stage to stage (there are four of them), sampling among rock and roll legends like Sting, The Beach Boys and The War on Drugs. Past headliners have included Hozier, Blondie, and The Black Keys. Head over to The Culinary Atelier when you get hungry for cooking demos and local eats. Past chefs have included Ed Lee and Chris Santos, from Top Chef and Chopped, respectively.
A lot of spirits-centered conventions lean snobby. They tend to attract a certain class of hipster connoisseur that prefers sniffing their glass to drinking it. But bourbon has always had crossover appeal, beloved by the cogs and the cognoscente, which is partly why the vibe at Bourbon and Beyond is so laid back and inclusive. The only things stiff here are the drinks.
The Specs
- More than 120,000 people attend.
- Single-day GA tickets range from $150-$180 depending on the day. Weekend GA tickets are $415. VIP tickets are sold out. Overnight vehicle passes are an additional $100.
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FAQs
Which airport is closest to the festival grounds?
Louisville International Airport (SDF) is 1 mile away from the Kentucky Expo Center.
Where is the festival venue?
The four-day music and bourbon festival is held at the Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane in Louisville.
What is the bag policy?
There is no official bag policy.
Is the festival ADA-accessible?
ADA parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. ASL interpreters are available for select sets.
Where can I find info about the hotel packages, perks?
Check the Bourbon & Beyond site on this page.
What do I get with the Weekend 4-Day Beyond VIP presented by Angel’s Envy?
As of August 19 this VIP pass is sold out. But the Front Gate Tickets website lists these benefits:
With the Beyond VIP pass, you’ll have access to all General Admission and Mint VIP areas, express festival VIP entry lanes, commemorative laminate, PLUS:
- Dedicated Beyond VIP viewing area in front of a main stage
- Air-conditioned lounge, comfortable seating, and audio/video streams of main stages
- Shaded viewing platform with an elevated view of both main stages
- Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and curated bites from Chef Anthony Lamas of Louisville’s famed Seviche restaurant
- All-inclusive beer, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the Beyond VIP area
- Exclusive ultra-premium, single-barrel bourbon offerings**
- Air-conditioned restrooms
- Beyond VIP Guest Services team
- Complimentary WiFi
- Dedicated festival merch stand**
- Private locker rental with charging capabilities**
- Beyond VIP comes with first right to renew for Bourbon & Beyond 2025 Beyond VIP pass(es)
What is the re-entry policy during the day?
According to the Bourbon & Beyond site, “Re-entry into the festival is not permitted unless you are camping on site and have a camping wristband or purchased a Hotel + Admission package, through JamPack (formerly Fuse). Once you have entered the venue each day, you will not be allowed to leave and come back in. Please plan accordingly. If there is an emergency and you must leave, please speak to a supervisor at the gate.”
Wait! Neil Young dropped out? Was there a replacement announcement yet?
Yes, Sting replaced Neil Young on the lineup.
Which artists are on the festival lineup?
The 2024 lineup includes Zach Bryan, Dave Matthews Band, Tyler Childers, Sting (filling in for Neil Young), Beck, Matchbox Twenty, The National, My Morning Jacket, The War on Drugs, Whiskey Myers, Cody Jinks, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Black Pumas, The Beach Boys, Mt. Joy, Fleet Foxes, Young the Giant, Maren Morris, The Head and the Heart, Teddy Swims, Melissa Etheridge, Koe Wetzel, Milky Chance, The Red Clay Strays, Chris Isaak, Lyle Lovett, Kaleo, Sierra Ferrell, Charles Wesley Godwin, Shane Smith & the Saints, The Wallflowers, Cory Wong, X Ambassadors, Sunny Day Real Estate, Dinosaur Jr., Larkin Poe, Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers, Lucius, JJ Grey & Mofro, Beth Hart, Allen Stone, Niko Moon, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, The War and Treaty, Ole 60, Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band, Mat Kearney, Arlo Parks, Hiss Golden Messenger, Smith & Myers, Breland, Patty Smyth, Wyatt Flores, Cimafunk, Futurebirds, The Bacon Brothers, M Ward, Soul Asylum, Son Volt, Jade Bird, Neal Francis, Suzanne Vega, Wild Rivers, Dexter and the Moonrocks, KT Tunstall, The Dip, Meg Myers, Samantha Fish, Amigo the Devil, The Record Company, Taylor Acorn, Dan Tyminski, The Sam Bush Band, The Jerry Douglas Band, Yonder Mountain String Band, Tony Trischka’s Earljam, Sister Sadie, Devon Gilfillian, Robert Finley, Abby Anderson, Abraham Alexander, Vincent Neil Emerson, Andy Frasco & The U.N., Royel Otis, Mac Saturn, Jake Kohn, The Castellows, Madi Diaz, Motherfolk, Grace Bowers, Mapache, Maggie Antone, Briscoe, Duane Betts & the Palmetto Motel, Hueston, Robert Jon & the Wreck, The Brothers Comatose, Theo Lawrence, Colby T. Helms and the Virginia Creepers, Nicholas Jamerson & the Morning Jays, New Dangerfield, Big Richard, Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley, Chatham County Line, Tray Wellington Band, The Kentucky Gentlemen, Lizzie No, The Jacob Jolliff Band, East Nash Grass, The Local Honeys, Mountain Grass Unit, Kaia Kater, The Last Revel and Kyle Ray.
Who produces Bourbon & Beyond?
The fest is produced by promoter and producer Danny Wimmer Presents, LLC.
Does Bourbon & Beyond typically have more attendees than Louder Than Life?
Both are 4-day festivals that take place in Louisville, usually a week from each other. In 2024, Bourbon & Beyond pulled in 120,000 attendees while Louder Than Life attracted 180,000.
What is the main email address for the festival?
