Bourbon & Beyond 2026 Is Bringing Foo Fighters, Chris Stapleton and More to Louisville
The world's largest bourbon, food and music festival is going even bigger in 2026.
Bourbon & Beyond has officially unveiled the largest lineup in the festival's history ahead of its eighth year, with more than 100 artists set to perform across five stages Sept. 24–27 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville.
This year's lineup blends rock, country, Americana, indie and jam-band favorites, led by major headliners including Foo Fighters, Mumford & Sons, Chris Stapleton and Dave Matthews Band.
The four-day festival kicks off Thursday with performances from Queens of the Stone Age and Goose alongside Foo Fighters.
Friday's lineup features Mumford & Sons, Kacey Musgraves and Foster the People, while
Saturday spotlights Kentucky native Chris Stapleton, The Red Clay Strays and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit.
Sunday closes things out with Dave Matthews Band, Hootie & the Blowfish and Counting Crows.
Beyond the headliners, the lineup includes a massive mix of fan favorites and cult acts, from The Flaming Lips and Gary Clark Jr. to Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Cheap Trick and Violent Femmes.
Festival organizers are also emphasizing the event's signature bourbon and culinary experiences. The returning Fork & Flask curated by Kroger experience will feature Louisville restaurants, bars and spirit tastings, while the Kroger Big Bourbon Bar will again host bluegrass performances and line dancing throughout the weekend.
One of the festival's biggest perks is returning for 2026 as well: attendees will receive free access to amusement rides inside Kentucky Kingdom, which became part of the festival footprint last year.
Produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, Bourbon & Beyond has rapidly grown into one of the country's premier destination festivals, attracting fans from across the United States and beyond. The event was recently named Pollstar's Global 2025 Festival of the Year.
Passes, camping packages and hotel options are on sale now through Bourbon & Beyond.
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This story was originally published May 22, 2026 at 9:00 PM.