St. Louis Bourbon & Cocktail Festival 2026
St. Louis Bourbon Society
This year the St. Louis Bourbon & Cocktail Festival casts its spell over four city blocks of Cherokee Street and Demenil Place, turning historic buildings and secret spaces into eerie, immersive tasting lounges and exclusive VIP haunts. Expect hundreds of whiskies from around the globe, live music, street performers, food trucks and two cigar patios, all under a Halloween-themed atmosphere.
The festival is based at the Lemp Grand Hall and Lofts in historic Benton Park. VIP lounge experiences in the Lemp Mansion and Grand Hall are hosted with premium bourbon brands and offer one-on-one time with master distillers, master blenders and brand ambassadors, exclusive rare-release pours and early entry.
A portion of every ticket supports Code 3 Response for First Responders.
Getting there
- Limited parking is available on the side streets.
- Ride services can drop off at 1817 Cherokee Street, in front of Bluewood Brewery.
- Dedicated parking at 3500 Lemp Ave, next to the venue, can be added at checkout for $20.
Good to know
Not allowed: coolers, glass containers, backpacks and large purses, drones, chairs, outside food and drink, pets (service dogs excepted), skateboards, scooters and bicycles, tents and canopies, weapons and fireworks. A designated driver ticket is available.
Organised by the St. Louis Bourbon Society. Full details at stlouisbourbonfestival.com.