Watch Hill Proper's American Whiskey Festival

The 2026 music lineup will keep the energy high all evening, featuring Soul Circus, Larie Jane & the 45s, and Kimmet & Friends.

Guests aged 21 and over can enhance their experience by purchasing tickets to one or both exclusive tasting experiences:

• Free Admission: $0 - Get access to courtyard, live music, food trucks, vendor market and cocktails
• Whiskey & Wine Garden Ticket: $60 – Unlimited whiskey and wine samples along with a large tented seating area with shade
• All-Inclusive VIP Experience: $300 – Includes Whiskey & Wine Garden access, exclusive pours, specialty cocktails and all-inclusive food

Watch Hill Proper

Since its debut, the American Whiskey Festival has drawn thousands to the heart of Norton Commons, where Watch Hill Proper continues to redefine what it means to enjoy and celebrate American whiskey. With over 2,200 expressions and a national reputation as one of the most comprehensive whiskey bars in the country, Watch Hill Proper invites everyone—from casual sippers to seasoned connoisseurs—to raise a glass to good taste, good company, and another remarkable year.