- The event ran from 5pm to 10pm on 15 August 2026.
- Over 40 distilleries and wineries offered tastings.
- The Whiskey & Wine Garden cost $60.
- The all-inclusive VIP package cost $300.
- Four new private tastings were available at $50 each.
Watch Hill Proper has hosted the 4th Annual American Whiskey Festival on Saturday 15 August 2026 at North Village Square in Norton Commons, Louisville. The free all-ages event featured live music, whiskey and wine tastings from over 40 distilleries and wineries, food vendors and local artisans.
The festival included the Whiskey & Wine Garden sponsored by Duckhorn Vineyards for guests aged 21 and over. Live performances took place on the Doo Wop Stage with Soul Circus, Laurie Jane & The 45s and Kimmet & Friends. Upgraded options comprised the $60 Whiskey & Wine Garden access and the $300 all-inclusive VIP package with premium pours, chef-driven cuisine and lounge access.
New elements this year included four distiller-led private tastings at $50 per person. The event has grown into a signature Louisville summer gathering since its launch in Norton Commons.
