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Mark your calendars for an extraordinary event that celebrates the essence of Kentucky culture! The annual Bourbon & Blades festival is set to return on September 7, 2024, promising an unforgettable day of music, craftsmanship, and Kentucky’s signature spirit.

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024
  • Time: Starting at 10:00 AM
  • Location: Boundary Oak Distillery, LLC Red Hill Cutlery, Challenger Way, Radcliff, KY 40160, USA
  • Distance: Approximately 20 miles from Brandenburg, KY

A Festival Like No Other

Bourbon & Blades is a unique festival that pairs two of Kentucky’s proudest traditions: pocketknives and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. This free-to-the-public event is hosted by Red Hill Cutlery and Boundary Oak Distillery, in collaboration with the City of Radcliff and Radcliff/Fort Knox Tourism, along with several other sponsors.

Highlights of the Event

  1. Free Concert: Featuring country music stars:
    • Chris Janson
    • Hunter Girl
    • Channing Wilson
  2. Limited Edition Merchandise:
    • Bourbon & Blades Commemorative Limited Edition Knives
    • Special Commemorative Bourbon & Blades Zippo Lighter
  3. Food Vendors: A variety of local cuisine will be available on-site

Important Information for Attendees

  • The concert is FREE to attend
  • Limited “preferred seating passes” are available for purchase
  • Guests must bring their own lawn chairs
  • No coolers, high-back chairs, tents, or umbrellas allowed
  • No pets (service animals excepted)
  • No smoking in the concert area

Preferred Seating Tickets

For those wanting a guaranteed great view, preferred seating tickets are available through the City of Radcliff. Purchase your tickets at: https://summerblast.ticketleap.com/bourbon-and-blades…/

Accommodations

Attendees are advised to book hotel rooms early, as they typically fill up quickly. For a list of local hotels, visit the Radcliff Tourism website.

Sponsors and Partners

A special thank you to the event’s sponsors and partners:

  • Radcliff Fort Knox Tourism
  • The Cecilian Bank
  • Abound Credit Union
  • BBTEL Brandenburg Telecom
  • West Point Bank
  • Basham Lumber Co. Inc.
  • Wesbanco
  • 94.3 The Wolf

COVID-19 Precautions

The organizers are committed to following all current COVID-19 requirements to ensure a safe and healthy event. Please note that details are subject to change without notice based on the latest health guidelines.

Plan Your Visit

Bourbon & Blades offers a perfect blend of Kentucky’s rich cultural heritage, from its world-renowned bourbon to its craft knife-making tradition, all set to the soundtrack of top country music performers. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting from out of town, this event promises to be a highlight of your Kentucky experience.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a uniquely Kentucky celebration. Mark your calendars for September 7, 2024, and get ready for a day of music, craftsmanship, and Kentucky spirit at Bourbon & Blades!