Bourbon & Beyond Music Festival Features The Lumineers, Phish, Sturgill Simpson, and Noah
The renowned event organizers at Danny Wimmer Presents have unveiled an impressive roster of musicians for Bourbon & Beyond – the world’s premier Bourbon, Food, and Music Festival – scheduled for September 11, 12, 13 & 14, 2025. Set to take place at the Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky, this year’s festival promises an unforgettable experience for attendees.
Following a remarkable year in 2024, DWP is excited to reveal an extensive music lineup featuring a mix of established legends and up-and-coming talents. Headlining the event will be The Lumineers, Benson Boone, and a highly-anticipated reunion performance by Alabama Shakes on Thursday. Friday’s lineup will boast performances by Phish, Khruangbin, and Joe Bonamassa, while Saturday will see Sturgill “Johnny Blue Skies” Simpson, Jack White, and Vance Joy take the stage. Closing out the festival on Sunday will be Noah Kahan, Goo Goo Dolls, and Megan Moroney.
With its previous edition garnering widespread acclaim from esteemed national media outlets such as Forbes, People, and Rolling Stone, among others, Bourbon & Beyond has become a must-see event on the festival circuit. In recognition of its success, the festival was honored as the 2024 Festival of the Year by IEBA, attracting a record-breaking 210,000 attendees over four days and earning the title of the largest music festival in Kentucky’s history. The event has also been nominated for Pollstar’s “Festival of the Year” award for two consecutive years, further solidifying its status as a premier music festival.
Entering its seventh year, Bourbon & Beyond will showcase over 120 artists across five stages during the four-day celebration. Performers will include Cage The Elephant, TV On The Radio, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Lake Street Dive, Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band, and many more. In addition to the musical performances, attendees can partake in daily workshops and demonstrations, highlighting the best of American cuisine and Louisville’s rich bourbon culture. The festival’s Bourbon Experience and Culinary Atelier will feature bourbon tastings, culinary workshops led by industry experts, and special appearances by celebrity chefs.
The current music lineup for Bourbon & Beyond encompasses a diverse array of artists spanning multiple genres, ensuring a dynamic and eclectic experience for festival-goers. From rock and country to Americana and alternative music, the festival aims to cater to a wide range of musical tastes. Notable acts include Phish, Noah Kahan, Sturgill “Johnny Blue Skies” Simpson, The Lumineers, Jack White, Benson Boone, and Alabama Shakes (reunion), among many others.
Highlighted reunion performances at Bourbon & Beyond will include Phish making an exclusive festival appearance, Jack White, a 12-time Grammy winner and acclaimed guitarist, Benson Boone, a Grammy-nominated artist, and reunion shows for Alabama Shakes, Rilo Kiley, and The Waterboys. Additionally, Khruangbin, Megan Moroney, and Foreigner will showcase their musical talents, ensuring an unforgettable experience for festival attendees.
Featuring a lineup that celebrates a diverse range of musical genres, Bourbon & Beyond promises to deliver an unparalleled experience that merges music, culinary delights, and cultural vibrancy. The festival’s blend of top-tier musical talent, renowned chefs, and Kentucky’s signature bourbon sets the stage for an unforgettable event that embodies the essence of the region’s rich cultural heritage.