Bourbon On The Banks 2026 Insider Guide

Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Ansey and Renee to map out Bourbon On The Banks and why a Kentucky River setting, capped tickets, and smart logistics make it feel more like a great hang than a crowded scramble. We share how to plan your pours, find the best single barrel picks, and build a full Frankfort weekend that still gives back big to local charities.  • riverfront park layout in downtown Frankfort and why it changes the vibe  • controlled growth, limited ticket sales, and Twilight tickets to reduce bottlenecks  • Thursday bourbon boat event and the Whiskey Thief kickoff night  • Four Roses pub stroll details and why pacing matters  • how bottle sales work, including Capital Cellars for out-of-state distilleries  • bottle check with the Shriners so you can shop without carrying everything  • what’s new this year, including more seating, shade, and sponsor lounge space  • festival barrel picks and why they sell out fast  • Friday night VIP reception and charity auction with special pours and experiences  • free community events and the Saturday Bourbon Women tent programming  • food and hydration strategy for a safer, better whiskey festival day  Go to bourbononthebanks.org and go to the contact section and send an email to us if you want to be put on the waiting list for any of the tickets.  Whether you listen to us or you watch us, make sure that you leave good feedback and you do things like become members or leave super chats.  A great bourbon festival shouldn’t feel like a contact sport, and Bourbon On The Banks proves it. We’re back on the mic with Ansey and Renee to break down what makes this Frankfort, Kentucky whiskey festival different: a Kentucky River park setting, intentionally capped crowds, and a weekend layout that rewards people who come to taste, learn, and actually enjoy the day. If you’ve ever left a festival thinking “I waited in lines more than I sampled,” this conversation is for you.   We talk ticket strategy and timing, including Special Access, Early Access, General Admission, and why Twilight tickets are a smart move for locals or anyone who wants a shorter visit with fewer choke points. You’ll hear practical tips on pacing, hydration stations, and the underrated win of eating a real meal before high-proof pours. We also get into the festival’s bottle game: distilleries can sell on-site, out-of-state brands run purchases through Capital Cellars, and the Shriners bottle check keeps you from hauling glass all afternoon while supporting a great cause.   Then we zoom out to the full Bourbon On The Banks weekend experience: the Thursday kickoff at Whiskey Thief, the bourbon boat event, the Four Roses pub stroll across downtown, Friday’s food pairing, and the VIP reception and charity auction where special pours often show up that you won’t see on Saturday. We also cover festival barrel picks worth hunting, new comfort upgrades like more seating and shade, the Bourbon Women tent sessions that are open to everyone, and how the event continues to push serious dollars back into local charities.   If you’re planning your first trip or tightening your game plan for this year, hit play, share this with your festival crew, and leave us a review so more bourbon fans can find the show. What bottle or distillery tent are you chasing this year? If You Have GohstsSupport the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.comThe Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world    https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/