ADA Accessibility at Bourbon & Beyond

More information on Accessibility services can be found here.

For any accessibility-related questions please email [email protected]

ADA Camping Registration Form

Campground Access Center:

Access Center staff will be in the campground at Access Center located in the campground next Guest Services, near the showers. Stop by to get your Access wristband before heading to the festival.

Hours:

Wednesday: 9:00AM -10:00PM

Thursday-Sunday: 10:00AM – 11:00PM

Please Note: Hours subject to change

Getting Here

See the full Festival Info page on the festival website for maps and directions.

Festival Location:

Kentucky Expo Center — Highland Festival Grounds

937 Phillips Lane

Louisville, KY 40209

Located at the junction of I-65 and I-264, adjacent to Louisville International Airport.

Festival Dates 2026:

•     Bourbon & Beyond: Thursday, September 24 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
•     Campgrounds open: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 12 PM (9 AM for Early Arrival Pass holders)
•     Campgrounds close: Monday, September 28, 2026 at 12 PM (noon)

Festival Gate Hours:

Festival gates will now open daily at 11:00AM.

Glamping Parking at Bourbon & Beyond

See camping & parking passes here: Camping Passes and Parking Info

Each Barrel Cove Glamping package includes a camping vehicle pass. Vehicles will be parked nearby and easily accessible from the Barrel Cove camping area; there’s a designated area for campers to load and unload on arrival and departure.

Camping vehicle passes are mailed in advance and include directions to the camping toll booth entrance.

Want vehicle access mid-weekend? There are no standard in/out privileges for camping vehicles once parked. If you want your car available during the weekend, purchase an Overnight Camping Vehicle Pass in advance (limited quantity) — this parks your vehicle in a separate overnight lot, and you’ll need to exit the campground on foot (subject to search) to reach it.

BOX OFFICE / CAMPING CHECK-IN INFORMATION

Camping Box Office hours run simultaneously with camping check-in hours on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (see hours below). All campers must have a festival pass to enter the campgrounds — passes are scanned and exchanged for a camping wristband.

GLAMPING / CAMPING CHECK-IN HOURS OF OPERATION

•     Wednesday, Sept 23: 12 PM – 10 PM (9 AM for Early Arrival Pass holders)
•     Thursday, Sept 24: 8 AM – 10 PM
•     Friday, Sept 25: 8 AM – 10 PM
•     Saturday, Sept 26: 8 AM – 12 PM
•     Sunday, Sept 27: 8 AM – 12 PM

*All hours subject to change — confirm closer to the event.

FESTIVAL/GLAMPING MAP

CAMPING MAP

Save these maps to your phone for quick viewing!

What’s Included in my Glamping Package?:

More about your Glamping Experience on behalf of Stout Tent

We are so excited to check-you into your tent accommodation at Bourbon & Beyond 2026!! At the Glamping Check-in tent, you’ll provide your name and ticket number/credential and be provided with a Tent Number and a Tent Lock Code.

General Information:

We want to make sure that your stay is as comfortable as possible, so here are some additional details on what items are included in your package (see below) and some recommendations for what you may want to pack!

What you may want to pack: (subject to change per event)

•     Towels.
•     Toiletries.
•     A pop-up shade that can be used in front of your tent – to be confirmed if allowed by client
•     Charging cords.

Power:

•     The tents will each have an extension cord with a power strip run into the tent for charging small, electronic devices.
•     No daisy chaining (this will stress power available to all and can cause the power to trip/an outage).
•     No appliances/heavy power draws (blenders, fridges, etc.).

Showers: 

Glampers will have access to luxury restroom and shower trailers, located in the Glamping area.

Complimentary campground shower hours:

•     Wednesday: 1 PM – 7 PM
•     Thursday: 7 AM – 2 PM / 8 PM – 1 AM
•     Friday: 7 AM – 2 PM / 8 PM – 1 AM
•     Saturday: 7 AM – 2 PM / 8 PM – 1 AM
•     Sunday: 7 AM – 2 PM / 8 PM – 1 AM
•     Monday: 7 AM – 12 PM

*Subject to change. These are general campground shower hours; Barrel Cove Glamping’s own shower trailer hours weren’t separately published — confirm with the festival.

Personal Cooling Units FAQ: (subject to change per event)

1. How does my Cooling Unit work?

•     Temperature recommended at 72.
•     When running Cooling Unit exhaust tube & drainage tube should be placed out of the front door of your tent. The tent flap closest to your Cooling Unit should be open at all times. If not, this will prevent proper air flow and the temperature will rise with the possibility of your tent collapsing.

2. Can the cooling units run all day long?

•     Sure, as long as power is pumping! We recommend that when you are out and about during the day you raise the temp or turn it off so that they aren’t “cooling the outdoors.”

3. Can the pre-set temp be adjusted?

•     Yes, the units have a regular thermostat on them that is adjustable. We recommend that the units are set to 72*, which does not mean they will always achieve that temperature (it is dependent on factors like: outside temp, humidity, etc.). Most people are satisfied with their performance in the mornings and evenings, but at the peak heat of the day, they work really hard and don’t achieve the set temperature.

4. Is it going to be an air conditioner or like a swamp cooler?

•     They are portable AC units, rated at 15,000 BTU, which is rated to cool most rooms up to about 875 sq. ft., these ratings are based on interior space that is insulated, so please note they are not as effective at cooling a 275 sq ft tent in a hot field as they would be in a standard dwelling.

Bourbon & Beyond 1 Queen / 2 Queen Glamping Package Contents:

These rental items are to remain in the tent post check-out and are not for guests to take home. Rental items are listed below for a Single or Two Queen Bell Tent. Please check your reservation for your tent type.

Checkout Procedure

• Please remove all trash out of your tent
• Leave the linens on bed as is (no bundling or stripping)
• Zip up tent
• Lock tent
• Get home safe! 

FAQ/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Where is the closest place to get ice?

Ice is available for purchase at the campground General Store, along with food, drinks, toiletries, and clothing.

Are there water stations in Glamping? If not, where is the closest water station located?

The Glamping area will have bubblers for Glampers to refill their water bottles. A water refill station will also be available in the GA Camping Hub.

Am I allowed to bring a pop-up tent?

Pop-up tents are not permitted within the Glamping areas.

What campground amenities are offered?

 Rest assured, the main campground has everything you need. From merch, food, and beverage concessions to complimentary showers and a stocked General Store, we’ve got you covered. Showers and restrooms will be available in the heart of the campground.

 Shower Hours

• Wed, 9/16: 1PM –  7PM

• Thu, 9/17-Sun, 9/20: 7AM – 2PM, 8PM – 1AM

• Mon, 9/21: 7AM – 12PM

Food Truck Hours

• Wed, 9/16: 12PM – 12AM

• Thu, 9/17-Sun, 9/20: 8AM – 11AM, 9PM – 1AM

Bar Hours

• Wed, 9/16: 4PM – 12AM

• Thu, 9/17-Sun, 9/20: 9AM – 12PM, 8PM – 1AM

General Store Hours

• Wed, 9/16: 2PM – 11PM

• Thu, 9/17-Sun, 9/20: 8AM – 1AM

Merch Hours

• Wed, 9/16: 12PM – 10PM

• Thu, 9/17-Sun, 9/20: 12PM – 3PM

Info Center + Access Center

• Wed, 9/16: 9AM – 10PM

• Thu, 9/17- Sun, 9/20: 10AM – 11PM

Reentry Policy: Can I leave and come back?

Glampers will have re-entry privileges to and from the festival to the campgrounds during event hours

As always, for the most up to date information, please check our website: bourbonandbeyond.com

We can’t wait to see you there!!!