The tastiest tickets in town have just landed - and they come with a tote bag, a tasting glass, and three hours of flavour-packed sipping at the first-ever St Kilda Spirits Festival, shaking things up from 15–17 August at the grand old St Kilda Town Hall.
Whether you're a gin junkie, whisky whisperer, vodka visionary or just someone who loves a good negroni, this is your chance to sample the very best local and international spirits under one very spirited roof. Over three days and five epic tasting sessions, 30 distillers will be pouring more than 200 delicious creations; from botanical beauties and smooth single malts to limoncello, coffee liqueurs, and peanut butter whisky.
Your $70 ticket includes it all: unlimited tasting samples, a keepsake tasting glass, complimentary Long Rays mixers, and a branded tote bag to stash your favourite take-home bottles. Add to that two top-notch food trucks to keep you fuelled between sips, and you’ve got a festival experience worth raising a glass to.
Masterclasses - Ready to level up your sipping skills? A limited number of $90 masterclass tickets are also available, each including festival access. Don’t miss:
Ancient Wisdom Whisky Masterclass (Sat 16 Aug, 12–12:45pm)
Founder Ash Tosh presents three award-winning 8-year-old whiskies, including their cult-favourite Coffee Whisky.Naught Gin Masterclass (Sat 16 Aug, 4:15–5:00pm)
Playfully wicked and distinctly elegant – distiller Chris Cameron takes you through a refined gin tasting experience with a side of mischief.Hugo Vodka Masterclass (Fri 15 Aug, 4:30–5:15pm)
Sip alongside Australian Gin Awards judge Lindsay Silcox, and elevate the experience with a complimentary caviar bump — one lucky guest will even take home a bottle.
Whether you're discovering your next favourite bottle, exploring rare spirits, or just chasing good vibes with great drinks, the St Kilda Spirits Festival is here stir your senses.
Event Details:
Dates:
Friday 15 August – 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Saturday 16 August – 1:00pm to 4:00pm & 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Sunday 17 August – 12:00pm to 3:00pmSuitable for: This is an 18+ event
Location: St Kilda Town Hall, 99A Carlisle St
Tickets: Festival Tasting Session – $70pp
Masterclass + Tasting Session – $90pp