2026  Schedule

Times, Locations and Dates are subject to change. Refer to this Schedule closer to Event start time.

Unlike most Whiskey Tasting events, the Wee Whiskey Fest Lake Geneva is an entire weekend of festivities. Check out the schedule below and get ready to get a full Lake Geneva experience with a dram in your hand!

Friday,  April 17th

COCKTAIL CONTEST ALL WEEKEND LONG! FRIDAY, APRIL 17 - SUNDAY, APRIL 19 at 5PM   Visit our Club's favorite local bars and restaurants throughout Lake Geneva to sample concoctions from the best mixologists in town and vote for your favorite libation! All cocktail entries will be using the same Whiskey as its base (Distillery TBA). The winning establishment receives the perpetual Wee Whiskey Fest Cocktail Contest Trophy and major bragging rights! See COCKTAIL CONTEST PAGE for details.

5PM - 6PM   BOURBON TASTING EXPERIENCE #1. The first Paid-In 'A La Carte' tasting event.
Pricing & Location - TBA

6:30PM - 7:30PM   VIP EXCLUSIVE TASTING EXPERIENCE - Option 1 of 2 for THE HIGHLANDER and BOTTLED-IN-BOND ticket holders at no additional charge. Sample multiple tastings of an iconic brand's premium Whiskey (Distillery & Details TBA) and learn about the company from their Ambassadors. Enjoy light bites/charcuterie in a beautiful setting.
Distillery & Location - TBA

8PM - 9PM   BOURBON TASTING EXPERIENCE #2. The second Paid-In 'A La Carte' tasting event.
Pricing & Location - TBA

9:30PM - 11PM   BOURBON & BURLESQUE VARIETY SHOW. An evening of Bourbon & Burlesque by Vegas style performances focused on highly sensual Burlesque Performers, acts, comedy and choreographies including sideshow and LED elements all with a Bourbon in your hand! Open Seating.
Pricing & Location - TBA

Saturday,  April 18th

2PM - 3PM   GRAND TASTING EVENT - VIP EARLY ENTRY FOR BARREL STRENGTH, THE HIGHLANDER & BOTTLED-IN-BOND ticket holders at Grand Geneva's Grand Ballroom. Guests will be able to sample 1/2 ounce pours of 150+ Bourbons & Whiskies from over 50 Distilleries. Exclusive VIP pours will be available during this hour. Live music and entertainment will be provided along with hors d'oeuvres, charcuterie and desserts. See DISTILLERY/VENDORS page for more information.
7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI.
GrandGeneva.com

3PM - 6PM   GRAND TASTING EVENT - GENERAL ADMISSION ENTRY for ALL ticket holders at Grand Geneva's Grand Ballroom. Guests will be able to sample 1/2 ounce pours of 150+ Bourbons & Whiskies from over 50 Distilleries. Live music and entertainment will be provided along with hors d'oeuvres, charcuterie and desserts. See DISTILLERY/VENDORS Page for more information.
7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI.
GrandGeneva.com

6PM - 8PM   WHISKEY PAIRING DINNERS & BOURBON THEMED BITES. Discover numerous dining options specifically curated for Wee Whiskey Fest guests. From high-end multiple pairing course dinners to Bourbon themed bites. Check out our Restaurants Page for participating establishments and information.

8PM - 10PM   VIP PARTY AT TBA. All BARREL STRENGTH, THE HIGHLANDER and BOTTLED-IN-BOND ticket holders are welcome to an exclusive cocktail party! (Additional Details TBA)
Location - TBA

9PM - LATE NIGHT   DISTINGUISHED HOOLIGANS SATURDAY NIGHT PARTY. ALL ticket holders are invited to an exclusive after party for more samples, swag and live entertainment all night long.
Location - TBA

Sunday,  April 19th

10AM - 12PM   BOOZY BRUNCH.
Details, Pricing and Location - TBA

1PM - 2PM   BOURBON TASTING EXPERIENCE #3. The third Paid-In 'A La Carte' tasting event.
Pricing & Location - TBA

3PM - 4PM   VIP EXCLUSIVE TASTING EXPERIENCE - Option 2 of 2 for THE HIGHLANDER and BOTTLED-IN-BOND ticket holders at no additional charge. Sample multiple tastings of an iconic brand's premium Whiskey (Distillery & Details TBA) and learn about the company from their Ambassadors. Enjoy light bites/charcuterie in a beautiful setting.
Distillery & Location - TBA

4PM - 6PM   IRISH GOODBYE CLOSING PARTY. ALL ticket holders are welcome to join in a lively closing party!
Details & Location - TBA