The Bonded Spirit Bluegrass Festival in Covington, Kentucky, is back! An annual celebration that blends the rich Kentucky legacy of bourbon & Bluegrass music. Held in early March, the fest is named after the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, a bourbon purity law that passed in March of that year and was advocated for by Covington's own John G. Carlisle.

Returning on Saturday, March 7th, 2026, Bonded Spirit will boast its biggest lineup yet! With Bourbon Revival, Dan Tyminski, and The Steeldrivers headlining the festival, the entire city of Covington will be activated with live music!

The Bonded Spirit Bluegrass Festival not only commemorates John G. Carlisle and the Bottled-in-Bond Act but, coupled with the local B-Line® self-guided bourbon experience, further emphasizes Northern Kentucky's pivotal role in bourbon history and solidifies its present status as a top-tier destination, promising an unparalleled bourbon experience.