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Carnlough Whiskey Festival

Harbourview Hotel, 20 Harbour Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0EU
Carnlough Whiskey Festival

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The Carnlough Whiskey Festival promises four days of whiskey, music and craic.

Sample some of the finest spirits from celebrated local distilleries including Bushmills, Shortcross, Copeland, Outwalker, Limavady and Garden County plus a full programme of live music —all set in the charming coastal village of Carnlough and Irelands First Whiskey Hotel.

Enjoy whiskey tastings, cocktail sessions, and meet-and-greets with industry leaders and brand ambassadors.

Wednesday – 4-flight tasting with Shortcross Whiskey + live set from Sheenagh Black & Sisters
Thursday – Sample fine whiskies from the acclaimed Bushmills followed by The Rogues
Friday – Cocktail tasting with Copeland + live music from Tony Hill
Saturday (Finale) – Whiskey cruise on Carnlough Bay with Outwalker & Limavady, music from The Causeway Shantymen, and wrap up the night with a Garden County tastings and a set from The String Ninjas.

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Book to stay and your tickets are complimentary—Carnlough offers the perfect scenic backdrop for a late summer getaway.

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The Harbourview Hotel, CarnloughA well-loved country hotel in the small coastal village of Carnlough on the Antrim Coast Road, less than an hour from Belfast and midway to the Giants Causeway.

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Opening Times

Season (20 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Wednesday - Friday19:30 - 23:00
Saturday15:00 - 23:00

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The Harbourview Hotel, CarnloughA well-loved country hotel in the small coastal village of Carnlough on the Antrim Coast Road, less than an hour from Belfast and midway to the Giants Causeway.

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