America's Largest Whisky Celebration

WhiskyFest Chicago will feature more than 200 of the world's finest, rarest, and most expensive, single malt and blended Scotch, Irish, bourbon, Tennessee, Japanese, Welsh, Canadian and other whiskies from around the world to sample in one Grand Ballroom. High-end rums, tequilas beer and other spirits will be represented as well. See our pouring list here.

The focus is on education, and many distillery representatives will be on hand at the pouring booths to explain how the whiskies are made.  Seminars, many featuring their owns tastings, run throughout the evening. Meet distinguished members of the whisky community, and learn first-hand how their brands are made. See our speakers and seminar info here.

Attendees will also enjoy an expansive gourmet buffet all evening, plus coffee, tea, water and soda. Each attendee receives a commemorative Glencairn whisky glass for tastings.  See where your favorite distillery will be located at the event.

If you’ve never attended a WhiskyFest event before, please check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page link above. You can also read feedback from previous attendees at the "Our Fans Speak" button on the left navigation.