Upcoming Events at Empty Barrel
Cribbage & Cocktails
NOW FULL: On Thursday January 15th Empty Barrel Distillery will host a 12 person Cribbage Round Robin. Top players will get either a bottle of moonshine or whiskey or an Empty Barrel Distillery gift certificate. The round robin is free to participate in but is only open to the first 12 people who sign up. Sign up with the link below.
No need to be a cribbage pro, all experience levels are welcome. All materials are provided but you are more than welcome to bring your own cribbage board or cards. This is a for-fun round robin where good sportsmanship and kindness is expected.
UPDATE: All of our spots for cribbage and cocktails have been taken in less than 6 hours! We will do this again in the near future and will have more availability due to such high demand. Anyone is still welcome to come on the 15th but won't be able to participate in the round robin.
Playoff Game Night: Packers at Bears
Join us Saturday night for craft cocktails and classic rivalry football!
Packers vs Bears | 7pm
Come for the drinks, stay for the game!
Ring in the New Year at Empty Barrel Distillery!
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Waupaca at Empty Barrel Distillery! Join us on December 31 from 4 PM to 1 AM for an unforgettable NYE party featuring live vinyl music from Marty of Back to the Vinyl, exclusive one-night-only cocktails, delicious food, prizes, and a midnight ball drop. Enjoy a high-end yet fun atmosphere as you ring in 2026 with great music, craft spirits, and a lively crowd. Perfect for locals and visitors looking for the best New Year’s Eve event in the Waupaca and Chain O’ Lakes area. Free admission; food and drinks available for purchase. 21+ after 9 PM.
Cookies, Cocktails & Christmas! Cookie decorating class with LibbyBug Cookies
Sunday, December 21 | 1–3 PM | $35
Join us for a festive afternoon at Empty Barrel Distillery! LibbyBug Cookies will guide you through decorating six Christmas sugar cookies, all while you sip craft cocktails in a relaxed, holiday-inspired setting. Cookies, supplies, and bakery boxes are included—perfect for a girls’ day out or last-minute gifts for friends and family in Waupaca.
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Little Rivers Vintage Pop-up
Sip, Sip, Hooray! Little Rivers Pop-Up at Empty Barrel Distillery
Saturday Dec. 20 | 4-9PM
Get in the holiday spirit with Little Rivers as they pop up in downtown Waupaca at Empty Barrel Distillery!
Shop eclectic, one-of-a-kind gifts just in time for the holidays, and sip on festive drinks while you browse. It’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday shopping with friends, fun, and a little holiday cheer!
Come for the shopping, stay for the sips; this is a holiday experience you won’t want to miss.
Thanksgiving cookie decorating class
Calling all Widows Weekend warriors… it’s time to trade the shopping bags for piping bags!
Join us for a fun, hands-on cookie decorating class led by LibbyBug Cookies. You’ll decorate six themed sugar cookies step-by-step while sipping your favorite Empty Barrel cocktail (or two).
No experience needed; just bring your girlfriends, a good sense of humor, and we’ll supply everything else, including bakery boxes to take your cookies home.
Tickets: $35 per person
Space is limited, so grab your spot early!
Little Rivers Vintage Pop-up
Sip, Sip, Hooray! Little Rivers Pop-Up at Empty Barrel Distillery
Thursday, Nov. 20 | 4-9PM
Get in the holiday spirit with Little Rivers as they pop up in downtown Waupaca at Empty Barrel Distillery!
Shop eclectic, one-of-a-kind gifts just in time for the holidays, and sip on festive drinks while you browse. It’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday shopping with friends, fun, and a little holiday cheer!
Come for the shopping, stay for the sips; this is a holiday experience you won’t want to miss.
Pizza Sampling and Veterans Appreciation Night
The Waupaca County Humane Society will be having a pizza sampling fundraiser at Empty Barrel Distillery. It is open to the public and is free will donations. Thank you to Granite Cellar for helping prepare pizzas with the Waupaca County Humane Society.
Northern Home Launch Party
Be the first to shop the beautiful Holiday Collections at Northern Home! Featuring Christmas decor, floral & greenery, festive gifts, gourmet foods and much more!
First 20 customers receive a holiday goodie bag. Enjoy samples, snacks, and seasonal coffee.
Attend the Launch Party and receive a ticket good for "buy one get one free drink" at Empty Barrel Distillery! Good 5-9pm, 11/5/25. Just a block away, you'll find delicious seasonal cocktails, dessert drinks, wine, beer, and mocktails! A lovely way to end your night.
Gather your friends and family and enjoy a fun evening in Downtown Waupaca!
Main Street Popcorn x EBD
We’re teaming up with our friends at Main Street Popcorn for a delicious midweek pairing! Stop by the distillery from 5–7 PM to enjoy their gourmet popcorn available for purchase—plus a special cocktail inspired by their flavors.
It’s the perfect combo: handcrafted spirits + local treats. More tasty details coming soon…
Ladies' Night every Wednesday!
Wednesdays are made for a little indulgence. Join us each week from 4–9 PM. Enjoy $6 handcrafted cocktails featuring our signature spirits in a refined, welcoming atmosphere.
Bring your friends, sip something special, and turn the middle of the week into a moment worth celebrating.
Every Wednesday | 4–9 PM | $6 Drinks
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Event Four
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Event Three
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Event Two
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Event One
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