Dallas Dhu Distillery Open Day

Schedule

Sat May 03 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Dallas Dhu Distillery | Forres, SC

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Come on down to the Dallas Dhu Distillery Open Day for a fun-filled day of whisky tastings, distillery tours, and live music!
About this Event

Dallas Dhu Distillery is back! The new team, tasked with reviving the iconic distillery and producing whisky once again, are thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable day of celebration, culture and whisky. This marks the beginning of an exciting new era for Dallas Dhu.

Throughout the day, there'll be lots of free fun and exciting activities, entertainment and attractions:

  • Cooperage Display - see the ancient craft of cask-making in action, a nod to the distillery's rich whisky heritage.
  • Whisky Collection Display - enjoy an extraordinary collection of rare and unique whisky artefacts.
  • Mini Highland Games - get competitive with fun activities for all ages. Have a go at tossing the caber!
  • Live Music - live performances from local artists of traditional Scottish music.
  • Highland Dancing - bringing energy, tradition and Scottish culture.
  • Bird of Prey Display - meet some magnificent birds of prey in this unique and informative experience.
  • Photography Exhibition & Competition - marvel at local talent or submit your own masterpiece for a chance to win and be judged by local celebrities.
  • Sketch and Scotch - enjoy a dram whilst drawing whisky themed pictures.
  • Market Stalls - discover unique local crafts, food, and more from talented artisans.
  • Whisky Shop - selling lots of rare and hard-to-find whiskies including Murray McDavid and Aceo Spirits from their exceptional archive collection.
  • Raffle - enter for a chance to win fantastic prizes and support a local charity.
  • Food Vendors - satisfy your cravings with delicious food and drinks available all day.
  • Activities for Kids - face painting, treasure hunt and more!

Special Ticketed Experiences
Alongside the free festivities, you can enhance your day with exclusive ticketed events taking place across the distillery site:

  • - celebrate the revival of Dallas Dhu Distillery, explore its historic Victorian charm and toast the new era with an exclusive dram.
  • - roll up your sleeves and discover the art of cask-making with expert Cooper, Jason Taylor.
  • - savour five rare vintage drams from the 1970s and 80s and explore the rich heritage of this iconic distillery.
  • - craft your own unique bottle and taste the legacy of Speyside in our immersive whisky blending workshop.

Be part of history!

This special day is a celebration of the revival of Dallas Dhu Distillery. Whether you're here for the whisky, the community, or simply a great family day out, this is your chance to experience the magic of this historic site as it welcomes the public once again.

Show your confirmation email to recieve a free raffle ticket and 20% off at the Whisky Shop.

Transport: There is no public transport to the venue, a taxi or designated driver is required.

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Accessibility: There are steps/stairs at the site. Let us know if you have accessibility needs, and we'll do our best to accommodate.

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Dallas Dhu Distillery, Mannachie Road, Forres, United Kingdom

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