MONROE, MI — Michigan’s first Craft Distillers Festival will be a spirited celebration of the state’s top tier beverage makers.

In historic downtown Monroe, 12 Michigan distilleries will gather to show off their craft creations Sept. 11-13, falling within National Bourbon Month.

The festival will feature tastings, live entertainment, local food, and distiller-led programming.

“We’re thrilled to bring together Michigan’s top craft distillers for an event that highlights the creativity and craftsmanship of our state’s spirits industry from grain to glass,” said Scott Bentley, Michigan Craft Distillers Festival Organizer.

“This festival is about more than tasting—it’s about community, culture, and supporting Michigan businesses.”

Sample handcrafted cocktails and small batch pours will come from distillers around the state, including;

• Ann Arbor Distilling Co.
• Detroit City Distillery
• Grand Traverse Distillery
• Gypsy Distillery – High Five Spirits
• Iron Fish Distillery
• Journeyman Distilling
• Les Cheneaux Distillery
• Long Road Distillers
• Mammoth Distilling
• New Holland Brewing
• Two James Spirits
• Wonderland Distilling

The first day, Thursday, Sept. 11, will kick off with drinks along the River Raisin for the exclusive Bourbon on the River program.

Hourly tastings will keep the festival flowing 4-8 p.m. Friday and 3-8 p.m. Saturday with live music until 9 p.m. both nights.

Single-day admission for the festival starts at $30, two-day admission is $50. Hotel and shuttle service packages are available. VIP tickets start at $175.