Belfast Whiskey Week

About

What to Expect
100+ events over 9 days: tastings, distillery tours, masterclasses, food pairings, immersive theatre, live music, daily walking tours and more

Distillery Days highlight NI's own producers (Titanic, McConnell's, Copeland, Hinch, Echlinville, Shortcross) plus a day trip out to Irelands First Whiskey Hotel.

Whiskey Expo 2025: one-day showcase (25 July, at St Comgall's). 40+ brands in attendance. Taste and experience 10 ml samples from every stand.

Guided city tours & heritage experiences exploring Belfast's whiskey legacy, led by local experts Conor Owens from Belfast's Hidden Tours & Marty McAuley from Irish Whiskey Review.

Experience & tasting mashups: dramatic events like Labyrinth Ball, Dungeons & Drams, "Whiskey Sensorium" workshops and cocktail takeovers

Fine-dining & collaborative pairings with local bars (e.g. Duke of York, John Hewitt), plus sensory and food‑whiskey matching events

Tickets & Pricing
Day passes: £100, granting entry to 4 curated events a day

Expo tickets: two sessions
Afternoon (3–6 pm) at £30
Evening (6:30–10 pm) at £35

Some events may sell out; early booking is recommended.

Festival Origins & Mission
Founded in 2019 by Belfast Whiskey Club enthusiasts led by Paul Kane, the event aims to revive Belfast's long‑held whiskey heritage, spotlighting the city's 300‑year distilling tradition and its new era of local distilleries