Bourbon & Beyond announces changes for 2025 festival
Bourbon And Beyond announced changes to both the VIP experience and the general festival grounds.
Bourbon & Beyond drops 2025 lineup featuring acts like The Lumineers, Phish, Sturgill Simpson, Noah Kahan, and more
'We know what's important to you and we're here to deliver,' Bourbon & Beyond wrote on Facebook.
Bourbon & Beyond said VIP passholders will have access to a new 3-story structure with more space and elevated views. They will also have more restrooms, bars, seating, shade, and a new second entry/exit.
All attendees will be able to access the dedicated towel and chair zone and the newly expanded lounge and picnic-style seating options.
Bourbon and Beyond promises an improved sound design with less stage bleed and a more accessible rideshare pickup zone.
Four-day general admission, mint VIP, and Angel's Envy Beyond VIP passes, as well as single-dayGA and single-day mint VIP passes are on sale now.
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