Spirits In The Sky 2025: Ticket Sales Now Open

Thursday, 07 August 2025 at 07:00

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The clock is ticking towards November and the Spirits In The Sky festival is fast approaching. Ticket sales have begun and the complete masterclass program is now online. Time for a practical update.

FAQ

What is Spirits in the Sky?
An annual spirits festival in Brussels
When does this event take place?
On November 8 and 9
What does a ticket cost?
A ticket costs 30 euros per day.

Tickets and practical info

The box office opened at the beginning of this month, August. Tickets for the festival are available via the ticket shop and cost 30 euros per day. Included are five 'diamonds', the festival currency for tasting. Note: there are no combination tickets available for both days.

Spirits In The Sky takes place at the Thon Hotel EU in Brussels at two times:

Saturday, November 8 (12:30pm–7pm).

Sunday, November 9 (12:30pm–6pm).

Masterclasses: Whisky, Rum, and More

The complete masterclass program is now known. A few highlights:

Ricci Spirits offers a unique blending experience.
Douglas Laing takes you on a guided tasting led by Cara Laing herself.
Planteray delves into the history of the West Indies Rum Distillery.
Christian Drouin conducts a vintage tasting not to be missed by aficionados.

Moreover, Kilchoman is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an exclusive selection, while English Harbour marks its 90th anniversary with a special tasting.

So you see, it's not all about whisky. All masterclasses can be found on the official website.

Savoring, Not Swigging

Organizers emphasize the importance of responsible enjoyment. According to a message from the organizers:

‘We encourage every participant to consume and taste responsibly! We have sample bottles so you can savor your spirit at a later time, at the festival or at home. We offer favorable hotel rates on our website. Please, drinking and driving don't mix!’