Hard Truth Distilling Co. announced the opening of Hard Truth on the Rocks, the outdoor terraces and amphitheater located on its 325-acre distillery campus. 

To kick off the season, the all ages, rain-or-shine event is set for Saturday, May 9, and includes the opening of the quick-service terrace bar that offers both food and drinks, evening live music from the Blue River Band, and special tours and tastings celebrating the release of Hard Truth’s latest Barrel Finish Reserve offering: Mizunara Finished Wheated Bourbon. 

“Opening weekend is always an exciting time here at Hard Truth,” Public Events Manager Lizzie Nunn said in a news release. “Our visitors can’t wait to get outside and take in all of the incredible beauty of our property in full bloom, and neither can we.” 

Opening day events schedule, all times in EST: 

• 11 a.m. – Restaurant and Tours & Tastings Center open; Mizunara Finished Wheated Bourbon bottle sales available at both all day, Mizunara side-by-side tastings and tour available at Tours & Tastings until 7 p.m. 
• Noon to 9 p.m. – Hard Truth on the Rocks terrace and bar open; Mizunara side by side tastings and bottle sales available all day 
• 6-9 p.m. – Live music from Blue River Band, no cover/tickets required 

“This is just the beginning of a great season,” Nunn noted. “We’ve got a lot of incredible live music and special events planned for 2026, and we can’t wait to have everyone here, enjoying everything Hard Truth has to offer.” 

Upcoming Hard Truth on the Rocks events: 

• Memorial Day Weekend | Saturday, May 23 | 6-9 p.m.
  Enjoy live music, craft cocktails, and delicious eats in the open air. 
• Rumble on the Rocks Round 1, Part 1 | Saturday, May 30 | 6-9 p.m.
  Fans vote in this competition where six bands vie for cash prizes and a chance to perform at Amplify Nashville, 6-9 p.m. 
• Rumble on the Rocks Round 1, Part 2 | Saturday, June 6 | 6-9 p.m.
  Fans vote in this competition where six bands vie for cash prizes and a chance to perform at Amplify Nashville. 
• Rumble on the Rocks Final | Saturday, June 13 | 6-9 p.m. 
• Two winners from nights one and two will compete for the cash prizes and a chance to perform at Amplify Nashville in this fan-voting event. 
• Bourbon & BBQ Festival | Saturday, July 18 | 4-9 p.m.
  Celebrate bourbon, BBQ, and good times at this popular event, now in its second year. Can’t wait? Start celebrating early at the Bourbon & BBQ cooking demo with Pit Master Dave White on Friday, June 6. 
• Rum on the Rocks | Saturday, Aug. 1 | 6-9 p.m.
  Get tropical with Hard Truth Toasted Coconut Rum, live music, and more at this popular summer celebration. 

For folks in need of a little air conditioning, Hard Truth also has plenty of indoor events slated, including the upcoming Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday, May 10, Cask & Still Socials with new whiskey previews on Fridays, June 12, Aug. 21, and Oct. 1, and more. 

View all events at https://hardtruth.com/events/list/. 

For opening day, all terrace and patio seating is first come, first served. Guests who would like to reserve porch seating to enjoy the music while they dine can check availability through the online reservation link. 

Read more: Hard Truth Launches Three New Whiskey Expressions

About Hard Truth Distilling Co.  

Hard Truth Distilling Co. is a producer of sweet mash whiskey, and, in 2024, was named the Indiana Distillery of the Year by the NY International Spirits Competition. In addition to its line of sweet mash bourbons and rye whiskeys, the Nashville, Indiana-based brand also crafts a selection of premium craft spirits, including top-selling Toasted Coconut Rum, Toasted Coconut Rum Cream, Cinnamon Vodka, and Maple Bourbon Cream. For more information, visit https://hardtruth.com/.