Wine, Whiskey & Ale Fest

Saturday, April 26, 2025

3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Buy $10 Tasting Armband in Advance

Note: All proceeds from tasting armband sales will benefit Active Heroes, a non-profit organization that supports veterans and their families.

Get ready for the ultimate tasting experience in Bullitt County at the annual Wine, Whiskey & Ale Fest! Hosted by the City of Shepherdsville and the Shepherdsville/Bullitt County Tourist & Convention Commission, this one-of-a-kind event brings together the region’s finest craft spirits, award-winning wines, and locally brewed ales—all in one unforgettable experience.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! The fest features live music, mouthwatering bites from local food vendors, and a vibrant atmosphere that celebrates the heart and soul of Bullitt County. Whether you’re a bourbon enthusiast, wine connoisseur, or craft beer lover, this is the event you don’t want to miss.

Know Before You Go

Proceeds from this event benefit Active Heroes
You must be 21 years old to participate
The event is free to enter
No outside food, beverages, or coolers
The event will be held rain or shine

Things to Bring

Lawn chairs
Picnic blankets
Empty, reuseable bottles for water

Armbands

Armbands are $10 each
Only one armband per person
Armbands indicate a person is 21+ and must be worn to purchase and be served alcoholic beverages
Armband tabs must be removed by the vendors only. Vendors will not accept tabs that are not connected to an armband that is being worn.
No sharing armbands

Alcohol Free Options

Water stations
Non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase
Non-alcoholic beer option

The Fun Stuff

Get ready for live music featuring Exit 105 Band!
Yard games!
Two raffles available with purchase of armband!

Safety

Police presence throughout the park
Be kind and watch out for each other
As always, taste responsibly!

Wine, Whiskey & Ale vendors reserve the right to refuse service to guests demonstrating the effects of overconsumption of alcohol.

Discover the rich flavors of Bullitt County’s world-renowned distillers, including James B. Beam Distilling Company and Four Roses Warehouse & Bottling. Indulge in tastings from four award-winning wineries—Brooks Hill Winery, Forest Edge Winery, MillaNova Winery, and Wight-Meyer Winery. And don’t miss out on a refreshing pour from Bullitt County’s own breweries, Gallant Fox Brewing Company and Salt River Brewing Company.

2024 Wine, Whiskey & Ale Fest

The 2024 Wine, Whiskey & Ale Fest was a spectacular celebration held on Saturday, April 27th, at Shepherdsville First Street Park.

This free-to-attend event featured the best of Bullitt County’s craft beverages, with $10 tasting cards available for purchase. Each card included a souvenir tasting cup and a sample from every member of the Wine, Whiskey & Ale Trail, offering guests a true taste of the region.

Best of all, 100% of the proceeds from the tasting card sales were donated to the Turnaround Resource Center, making every sip support a great cause!

Click here to read the write-up from WDRB.