The Whiskey & Wags spring festival will take over the historic Two Rivers Mansion in Nashville on Saturday, March 28, offering tastings from more than 20 Tennessee distilleries alongside dog-friendly activities. The outdoor event runs from 2-5pm CST and features live music, food trucks, mansion tours, and a fenced dog park.
The festival promises a wide range of pours from across the state, spanning heritage brands to craft producers. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the makers behind the whiskey and discover new expressions.
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Live music from Aaron Till & Timbo will soundtrack the afternoon throughout the event. Food options will include smoked BBQ, tacos, baked treats, and charcuterie cups from on-site food trucks.
The dog-friendly format is a central feature of the festival. Leashed dogs are welcome across the mansion grounds, with six pet vendors and a dedicated fenced dog park area available.
Guided tours of Two Rivers Mansion will run throughout the day, exploring the history of the McGavock family, which built the property in the 1850s. The mansion, located along the Cumberland River, is one of Nashville’s most recognized historic landmarks and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Three ticket tiers are available. General Admission is priced at $85 (£67) and includes whiskey tastings, access to all distilleries, a mansion tour, and full festival entry. The VIP tier costs $125 (£99) and adds exclusive pours, specialty cocktails, meetings with master distillers, elevated tasting experiences, and light bites. Limited VIP availability remains. A Designated Driver ticket is available for $25 (£20), which grants festival access and a mansion tour but does not include tastings.
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Tennessee’s whiskey industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, with the number of licensed distilleries in the state rising sharply following legislative changes that eased restrictions on craft spirits production. The state remains best known globally as the home of Tennessee whiskey, a legally defined category requiring production within state borders and the use of the Lincoln County Process, a charcoal-filtering method that distinguishes it from bourbon.
Whiskey & Wags positions itself within a growing trend of experiential spirits festivals that combine tastings with lifestyle programming, appealing to a broader consumer base beyond traditional whiskey enthusiasts.
