A complete list of all UK Whisky festivals in 2023
Find Whisky Festivals Near me
There’s nothing quite like a good day out with friends and like-minded people sampling expressions from the myriad of distilleries, independent bottlers and producers. The map and list below shows all of the whisky festivals taking place in the UK (that we are aware of – if your event is missing from the list, please let us know via hello@summertonclub.com)
Harrow Whisky Festival 2023
The Harrow Whisky Festival typically takes place over a weekend in October and attracts visitors from across London and the surrounding areas. The festival provides a friendly and welcoming atmosphere and is suitable for both whisky enthusiasts and those who are new to whisky and want to learn more.
Southport Whisky Festival 2023
Held at Southport Market Hall with lots of whisky companies hosted by the Southport Whisky Club.
The Whiskey Affair: Haslemere Whiskey Festival 2023
Do you enjoy whiskey? Would you like to discover more about it, but don’t know where to start? Do you like music? Do you like fun?
Upon arrival you will be handed your Whiskey Affair glass (you can keep this!) and a brochure packed full of information on the brands – a good reference point for you to see which your new favourites will be. There will be free access to our special app too, where you can find all the brochure information, vote on your favourite brands and get links to our retail partners.
Fife Whisky Festival 2023
Bringing whisky back to Fife! With over 30 distilleries and independent bottlers from all over Scotland showcasing their whisky wares, this is an opportunity not to be missed
Whisky Birmingham 2023
The city’s flagship whisky festival from Grain & Glass / The Birmingham Whisky Club, returns for its tenth year for the first time hosted at The IET : Austin Court, City Centre. Featuring major whisky brands, independent bottlers, local experts, creative masterclasses, collaborations with local bars, music and street food. Whether you’re a whisky-connoisseur, or a whisky-newcomer, as ever, this is an event not to be missed.
The Whisky Lounge: Newcastle Whisky Festival 2023
If you haven’t been to one of our festivals before you are in for a treat! If you have then you know what to expect, only this year we are back bigger and better. As well as the usual shenanigans, we have a few more surprises for you….
You’ll get to sample the best home-grown whiskies from Scotland, as well as all corners of the globe. The Newcastle Whisky Festival attracts the finest distillers from as far afield as India, Japan, the USA and even England!
Leeds Whisky Festival 2023
The Leeds Whisky Festival attracts whisky enthusiasts from across the UK and beyond. It provides a unique opportunity to taste a wide range of whiskies and to learn more about the history and production of this iconic spirit. The festival is also a great place to meet other whisky enthusiasts and to share knowledge and passion for whisk
Clackmannanshire’s Whisky Festival 2023
SlanjEvents is delighted to introduce Clackmannanshire’s Whisky Festival, headline sponsored by Alloa First and also by O-I (Glassworks) and Monterey Jack’s Bars and Restaurants.
Croydon Whisky Festival 2023
A new Whisky Festival in the heart of Croydon, featuring amazing whiskies from around the World
Whisky Live London 2023
Hosted at the Honourable Artillery Company, this event brings together major whisky brands from around the globe to showcase their unique and rare whiskies.
Summerton Sipping Sessions: An Exploration of Rye
Join us as we explore the world of European Rye Whisky, a style that is gathering momentum, championed by a small group of fantastic distilleries. We are fortunate to be joined by three pioneers, who will be sharing their stories, passion, knowledge and most importantly whisky. In advance of this online event, attendees will be sent a tasting pack containing six 5cl drams, as well as event details to join us on the day. We will be having an on screen conversation with each brand for half an hour, led by myself, and I encourage attendees to share their thoughts and questions in the chat for me to bring into the conversation.
The Whisky Lounge: Bristol Whisky Festival 2023
If you haven’t been to one of our festivals before you are in for a treat! If you have then you know what to expect, only this year we are back bigger and better. As well as the usual shenanigans, we have a few more surprises for you….
You’ll get to sample the best home-grown whiskies from Scotland, as well as all corners of the globe. The Bristol Whisky Festival attracts the finest distillers from as far afield as India, Japan, the USA and even England!
Spirit of Speyside 2023
Our Festivals welcome visitors to Speyside from across the globe each year and we very much look forward to seeing you in 2023. Our Spring Festival will take place from the 26th April – 1st May 2023. We will be posting updates soon!
Summerton On Tour: Circumstance Distillery
Stop Four of Summerton Whisky Club on Tour takes place at the innovative Circumstance Distillery, where we will be shown around and taste some of their experimental work, taking a different look at creating spirits, a few days before their next whisky release. Members living around Bristol have the opportunity to get know your local distillery, early in its journey, as well as your fellow Club Members in the area.
Campbeltown Whisky Festival 2023
The Campbeltown Malts Festival is a four-day celebration of Campbeltown’s whiskies – Glen Scotia, Springbank, Glengyle as well as the oldest independent bottler in Scotland: Cadenhead’s.
London Whisky Weekender 2023
If you haven’t been to one of our festivals before you are in for a treat! If you have then you know what to expect, only this year we are back bigger and better. As well as the usual shenanigans, we have a few more surprises for you….
You’ll get to sample the best home-grown whiskies from Scotland, as well as all corners of the globe. The London Whisky Weekender attracts the finest distillers from as far afield as India, Japan, the USA and even England!
The Whisky Event
This illustrious event will display an array of worldwide whiskies, classes on food pairings, and audio visual presentations. Enjoy a luxurious and indulgent evening out, whilst learning more about the best way to experience your favourite tipple.
Guests will enjoy a range of worldwide whiskies and a magnificent buffet, as well as tips and advice from experts.
Fèis Ìle / Islay Whisky Festival 2023
The infamous festival of all things Islay (and more) returns for the last week of May. Keep track of the upcoming festival on their handy guide, with each days distillery events listed on the site.
The Whiskey Affair: Guildford Whiskey Festival 2023
Do you enjoy whiskey? Would you like to discover more about it, but don’t know where to start? Do you like music? Do you like fun?
The Whisky Lounge: Edinburgh Whisky Festival 2023
If you haven’t been to one of our festivals before you are in for a treat! If you have then you know what to expect, only this year we are back bigger and better. As well as the usual shenanigans, we have a few more surprises for you….
You’ll get to sample the best home-grown whiskies from Scotland, as well as all corners of the globe. The Edinburgh Whisky Festival attracts the finest distillers from as far afield as India, Japan, the USA and even England!
Arran Whisky Festival 2023
The Arran Whisky Festival, also known as the Arran Malt and Music Festival, is an annual event that takes place on the Isle of Arran in Scotland. The festival is organized by the Arran Distillery, which is the only whisky distillery on the island.
The festival is typically held over a weekend in June and features a variety of activities, including tastings of the Arran Distillery’s whiskies, tours of the distillery, live music performances, and masterclasses with industry experts
Stoke-on-Trent Whisky Festival 2023
Organised by 2 local whisky enthusiasts, Chris Knight and Neil Rowley; we wanted a way to give fellow enthusiasts, and new comers alike, the chance to taste new whiskies from a wide range of distillers from around the world, along with some fantastic offerings from independent bottlers.
With the increased popularity of gins over recent years, we also wanted to raise people’s awareness of the fantastic products now available. There will be a number of gins available at the festival, giving you a chance to try new gins from some of the many artisan distillers.
The National Whisky Festival: Inverness Edition
Each edition of the Scottish National Whisky Festival brings together an exceptional line up of exhibitors from across the whisky industry, with hundreds of whiskies and other spirits available to sample over each session.
Belfast Whiskey Week 2023
Belfast Whiskey Week – Sampling Hundreds of Whiskies; Exploring all Styles & Variations, from Production to Perfection, with an Eclectic Mix of Live Music, Comedy, Food Collaborations, Walking Tours, Theatrics, Cocktails, Distillery Days & So Much More!
Southport Whisky Festival 2023
Whisky Fringe
The 21st Whisky Fringe will take place, once again, at the magnificent Mansfield Traquair in Edinburgh, from Friday 18th to Sunday 20th August 2023.
The Main Hall, Raeburn Room, and Garden Marquee areas will be open for tastings and experiences throughout the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday sessions, playing host to around 40 exhibitors from across the whisky industry. They will be showcasing classic drams from iconic brands alongside new releases, special editions, and independently bottled treasures.
Spirit of Alba Festival 2023
Get ready to raise your glasses and toast to the return of the most epic drinks festival of the year! That’s right, folks, our yearly extravaganza is back and it’s bigger, bolder, and better than ever before! With three successful years under our belt, we’re taking things to a whole new level for our fourth instalment, and we can’t wait to share the excitement with all of you!
Hebridean Whisky Festival
The Hebridean Whisky Festival is a week-long event celebrating the single malt Scotch whisky distilleries along the Hebridean Whisky Trail.
Preparations are underway for Festival 2023. Each distillery will be holding special events at their distillery on their festival day, and all the distilleries will be coming together for a grand finale at Talisker on Saturday, September 9th.
Old Aberdeen Whisky Festival 2023
Brought to you by The St Machar Bar – Scotlands Speciality Spirit Bar of the Year 2023
Midlands Whisky Festival 2023
Nicholls and Perks Birmingham Whisky Festival. A good selection of dream drams, masterclasses and exclusive bottles await
The National Whisky Festival: Aberdeen Edition
Each edition of the Scottish National Whisky Festival brings together an exceptional line up of exhibitors from across the whisky industry, with hundreds of whiskies and other spirits available to sample over each session.
The Whisky Lounge: Liverpool Whisky Festival 2023
If you haven’t been to one of our festivals before you are in for a treat! If you have then you know what to expect, only this year we are back bigger and better. As well as the usual shenanigans, we have a few more surprises for you….
The Whisky Show 2023
The Whisky Show London, probably the most well known of all the UK festivals attracting distilleries and drammers from across the planet. Book you masterclasses early!
The Whisky Lounge: York Whisky Festival 2023
If you haven’t been to one of our festivals before you are in for a treat! If you have then you know what to expect, only this year we are back bigger and better. As well as the usual shenanigans, we have a few more surprises for you….
Whisky Social Falkirk 2023
The Whisky Social Falkirk is an annual festival that celebrates Scottish whisky and other spirits. The festival is typically held in the town of Falkirk, located in the Central Lowlands of Scotland.
Edinburgh's Whisky Festival 2023
Running over two 3.5 hour sessions, EWF is proud to be incorporating all three strands of their philosophy into the event: Whisky, Heritage and Wellness.
Our Whisky strand celebrates Scotland’s national drink through the attendance of dozens of distilleries and independent bottlers, whilst also showcasing other whisky related products from across Scotland and beyond.
Our Heritage strand focuses on bringing the history of whisky production in Scotland to life through an exhibition, as well as a live interactive coopering demonstration in partnership with Diageo’s Cambus Cooperage.
Our Wellness strand will be supporting the inspirational My Name’5 Doddie Foundation to raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease and to raise funds for the charity.
The Whisky Lounge: Manchester Whisky Festival 2023
If you haven’t been to one of our festivals before you are in for a treat! If you have then you know what to expect, only this year we are back bigger and better. As well as the usual shenanigans, we have a few more surprises for you….
The Whiskey Affair: Alton Whiskey Festival 2023
Do you enjoy whiskey? Would you like to discover more about it, but don’t know where to start? Do you like music? Do you like fun?
Upon arrival you will be handed your Whiskey Affair glass (you can keep this!) and a brochure packed full of information on the brands – a good reference point for you to see which your new favourites will be. There will be free access to our special app too, where you can find all the brochure information, vote on your favourite brands and get links to our retail partners.
Stirling SpiritFEST
Stirling SpiritFEST is a 10 day celebration of Scottish spirits and beyond. Incorporating the annual Stirling Gin and Whisky Festivals, Stirling SpiritFEST 2023 runs from the 27th October through to the
5th November.
The festival offers a range of spirit workshops and masterclasses and will include a range of drinks-based events including a rum masterclass, at venues across Stirling mid-week.
Dornoch Whisky Festival
The Dornoch Whisky Festival, where we celebrate all things whisky! Held annually in the stunning Highland town of Dornoch, this festival is a must for anyone with a passion for the water of life.
Despite its relatively small size, our festival packs a punch with a great atmosphere and some truly fantastic attendees. You’ll have the opportunity to mingle with fellow whisky lovers, meet and learn from expert exhibitors, and sample an incredible selection of whiskies from all over Scotland.
Whisky Social Belfast 2023
The Whiskey Social Belfast is an annual festival that celebrates Irish whiskey and other spirits. The festival is typically held in the city of Belfast in Northern Ireland, and it features a wide range of whiskey tastings, masterclasses, talks, and other events. The festival provides a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, and it offers a unique opportunity to discover new whiskies, meet like-minded people, and learn from industry experts.
Stirling Whisky Festival
The festival has welcomed thousands of keen drambusters to the heart of Scotland to sample over 100 of the best whiskies our small country has to offer over the past few years. Each year Stirling invites distilleries to share their latest and greatest spirits as well as offering masterclasses that delve into the making, cask aging and bottling of mouth-watering whisky.
The Whisky Lounge: Nottingham Whisky Festival 2023
If you haven’t been to one of our festivals before you are in for a treat! If you have then you know what to expect, only this year we have stripped things back a bit in order to give you the experience you want!
You’ll get to sample the best home-grown whiskies from Scotland, as well as all corners of the globe. The Nottingham Whisky Festival attracts the finest distillers from as far afield as India, Japan, the USA and even England!
Glasgow's Whisky Festival 2023
This event puts Glasgow on the whisky map with an emphasis on Glasgow’s closest distilleries and the independent bottlers that belong to this great city. But it’s not just about Glasgow, as we’ll be celebrating whisky from all of Scotland and the rest of the world.
Summerton Sipping Sessions: An Exploration of Irish Whisky
With Irish whiskey going from strength to strength, what better theme for our next Summerton Sipping Session than exploring the liquid gold of the Emerald Isle? 6 x 50ML samples and a masterclass from three fantastic Irish Whiskey brands. General ticket sales available from August.
English Whisky Festival 2023
Descending on Birmingham’s trendy Digbeth district – the fourth annual English Whisky Festival returns for what promises to be another epic day of the best whisky in England!
Drambusters Whisky Festival 2023
The Drambusters Whisky Festival offers visitors the opportunity to sample a variety of whiskies, attend masterclasses and talks from industry experts, and meet with distillers and other whisky enthusiasts.
The Whiskey Affair: Reading Whiskey Festival 2023
Do you enjoy whiskey? Would you like to discover more about it, but don’t know where to start? Do you like music? Do you like fun?
Upon arrival you will be handed your Whiskey Affair glass (you can keep this!) and a brochure packed full of information on the brands – a good reference point for you to see which your new favourites will be. There will be free access to our special app too, where you can find all the brochure information, vote on your favourite brands and get links to our retail partners.
Kendal Whisky Festival 2023
Held at Kendal Town Hall, this is the third year of this whisky festival, organised by Phil Walker, landlord of The New Union pub in Kendal
The National Whisky Festival: Edinburgh Edition
Each edition of the Scottish National Whisky Festival brings together an exceptional line up of exhibitors from across the whisky industry, with hundreds of whiskies and other spirits available to sample over each session.
The National Whisky Festival: Glasgow Edition
Each edition of the Scottish National Whisky Festival brings together an exceptional line up of exhibitors from across the whisky industry, with hundreds of whiskies and other spirits available to sample over each session.