About this Event
The third annual Galaxy Whisky Gala presents whiskies from around the world for whisky enthusiasts and aficionados to sample and learn about, all while enjoying delectable morsels, music, a Live Auction, and a Silent Auction. The event benefits the charity Bears for Bairns and opens the Whisky Festival Season for Austin in 2026. General Admission includes entrance on Saturday, March 28th, 2026, from 7pm to 10pm. Each attendee will receive a branded glass, a branded tote bag with some surprise goodies, and an opportunity for a digital photo of their red carpet entrance. A VIP admission ticket includes all General Admission offers, plus an extra 1.5 hours and samples of premium whiskies. This option provides more access to meet and chat with distillers and ambassadors before the crowd surges at 7pm, while also sipping special pours. VIP entrance is at 5:30pm. An optional Whisky Knowledge Expansion Session is available to VIP ticket holders, with some classes held prior to the event at 4:30pm. This is a formal event complete with a red carpet entrance. Attendees are expected to wear appropriate Gala attire, such as kilts, suits, and evening gowns, and will be refused entrance without it. The minimum requirement is a jacket, dress shirt, and slacks, or dressy outfits or dresses. No T-shirts, jeans, athletic wear, torn clothing, or shorts are allowed.