Ready for some spooky, adults-only, pre-Halloween fun? A. Smith Bowman Distillery is bringing back Boos & Bourbon! Join us on Saturday October 25 from 7:00-10:00 as we showcase the distillery in a completely different light, and this year brings a new twist…

The evening kicks off with a mix and mingle while you enjoy a welcome cocktail, enter our costume contest, and try some delicious bites! All followed by a one-of-a-kind tour of the distillery that will feature some haunting ghost tales, and staff recollections of all the things that have gone bump in the night over the years.

While our tour guide walks you through our spine-chilling stories, Fredericksburg Paranormal Research and Investigations will be right by your side to observe and document proof of paranormal activity.

Guests for this event must be 21 years or older.

For your safety, we kindly ask that you do not wear any type of heel. The tour route includes walking over a grate and outside. Heels of any kind could pose a risk. We recommend wearing flat, comfortable footwear to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Disclaimer: There will be no special release bottles available for purchase at this event.

Included in ticket:

• A one-of-a-kind afterhours tour with haunting real stories
• FPRI team members documenting and investigating spirits along the tour path with guest interaction
• 2 specialty cocktails
• Light hors d’oeuvres
• Tarot Readings

Costume Contest: The winner will receive a special tour & tasting with our Master Distiller, David Bock. The winner will be able to bring two additional guests to the tour & tasting. The date & time will be arranged once the winner has been selected.

Theme: Given that it’s a 21+ event, costumes can be more mature, but they should still be respectful and not offensive and/or explicit.

• Halloween/Horror/Funny/Pop Culture etc. – There is not one theme, so creativity is encouraged! Feel free to add a unique twist to classics.
• Distillery Specific – While not required, you can consider incorporating elements related to the distillery or our spirits.

Guidelines/Prohibited Items to Include, but not limited to: Please adhere to the below restrictions – safety is up to the discretion of ASB staff.

• No Weapons: Props should not resemble or be mistaken for weapons real or fake.
• Mobility & Vision: Ensure your costume allows for safe movement and clear vision as we will be going through a lantern-lit tour with a large group.

Fire Safety: Costumes should not have any open flames.