NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The 10th annual Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 19 from noon to 5 p.m. on the grounds of the historic Two Rivers Mansion in Donelson. The annual outdoor event raises funds for local non-profit organizations in the Hermitage and Donelson communities.
“The Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival is a great opportunity for beer and wine aficionados or those interested in learning more about local, regional and national beer and wine to taste and enjoy in a beautiful, historic setting at Two Rivers Mansion,” said Bill Lafollette, chair of the Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival's volunteer planning committee. "In addition to dozens of beverages to try, the 10th annual festival features live entertainment, food vendors and artisan booths, all while supporting the local community. Attendees will take home a commemorative glass and be invited to the after-party at Scoreboard Sports Bar & Grill to continue the celebration.”
Every year, more than 2,000 enthusiastic beer and wine tasters stroll along the shaded grounds of Two Rivers Mansion while sampling more than 100 different beers and 90 selections of wine, including local varieties, such as Tennessee Brew Works and The Black Abbey Brewing Company. The 2019 festival will also feature artisan booths, food vendors and local entertainment.
In the past nine years, the Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival has raised more than $300,000 for local Donelson and Hermitage charities. Recipients of these funds include Friends of Two Rivers Mansion, McGavock Elementary, The Family Center, Leadership Donelson Hermitage, Fifty Forward Donelson Center and more. Tickets are on sale now and include access to the event, samples of beer and wine, a commemorative tasting glass and an invite to the event’s official after-party at Scoreboard Sports Bar & Grill. Early bird tickets are available for $40 through Saturday, Sept. 28. Guests can purchase tickets prior to the event for $45 and onsite for $55. Designated driver tickets are offered for $15. Early bird tickets are available online at www.tnbeerfestival.com/tickets, and additional information can be found by visiting www.tnbeerfestival.com. Free parking at the event is available for all attendees.
The Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival at Two Rivers Mansion is located at 3130 McGavock Pike. The festival is made possible by generous event sponsors, including presenting sponsors Wealth Strategy Partners and Ryman Entertainment. Supporting sponsors include John C. Hobbs Re/Max Carriage House, BigMeanKitty.com, Bush Insurance Agencies, Scoreboard Sports Bar & Grill and Freeman.
About the Tennessee Beer Festival Now in its 10th year, the Tennessee Beer Festival is held the third Saturday in October at Two Rivers Mansion. More than 2,000 enthusiastic beer and wine tasters show up for a great afternoon featuring more than 30 local, national and international breweries with a selection of approximately 100 beers to taste along with more than 90 wines. The festival raises money for many non-profits while promoting the Donelson-Hermitage area. For more information, please visit www.tennesseebeerandwinefestival.com.
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