Second time for the this festival in Charlotte, The first time I only stayed for the first two VIP hours and left . This time I stay for the whole festival. The festival in a whole is put together well. Well laid out and in a perfect venue, ( although more bathrooms at the back by the music would be appreciated) Music is also great..some live and some recorded . I don't think there is a difference between the VIP and the regular tickets anymore. Nothing extra is given and the amount of people was overwhelming through out the day. I paid extra because it had stated that VIP people would get to sample food and drink and get extra special treatment. Although their was some food tiny samples, it was nothing that a regular ticket did not already get you. Now on to the Bourbon..that was great ..Lines were not too long..lots of choices..New and improved kinds..the people pouring were fairly knowledgeable about the flavor and what to mix it with or drinking it straight. Its perfect that you are allowed to bring in chairs and food. You for sure need a DD, and I think they should have a CAB Stand so that people who felt they could drive ( Dopes) could change their mind and take a cab. It took us about 40 minutes to wait for the cab we called. Like I said..good festival..VIP tickets need to include some VIP treatment or Swag...otherwise I would rate it SMOOTH..Like a Fine Bourbon!!