Whiskey & Wags: Dog-Friendly Whiskey Festival Coming to Nashville
Tennessee whiskey, live music, local food, and four-legged friends are all coming together for a new spring festival set against one of Nashville’s most historic backdrops.
On Saturday, March 28th, from 2 to 5 pm, Two Rivers Mansion will host the inaugural Whiskey & Wags, a dog-friendly whiskey festival presented by Friends of Two Rivers in partnership with the Tennessee Distillers Guild and the Tennessee Whiskey Trail.
The rain-or-shine event invites guests 21 and older to sample spirits from more than 20 Tennessee distilleries, explore the historic mansion, enjoy live music, browse local vendors, and spend a relaxed afternoon outdoors, with dogs welcome on the grounds.
Whether you’re a whiskey enthusiast, a dog lover, or both, Whiskey & Wags is set to become a new spring tradition in Nashville that you won’t want to miss.
A Tennessee Whiskey Experience with a Twist
Whiskey festivals are nothing new in Tennessee, but Whiskey & Wags adds a fresh element: a pet-friendly atmosphere in a historic setting.
Two Rivers Mansion is an antebellum home built in 1859 and one of the few remaining examples of Italianate architecture in Nashville. Surrounded by expansive green space and historic outbuildings, the mansion now operates as an event venue, while the surrounding grounds are part of Two Rivers Park, offering a blend of history and open-air gathering space just minutes from downtown Nashville.
During Whiskey & Wags, guests can stroll the lawn while sampling spirits from distilleries across the state. Lawn chairs are encouraged, giving attendees the option to settle in, listen to live music, and enjoy food offerings between tastings at their own pace.
Ticket Information & VIP Experiences Inside the Mansion
In addition to whiskey samples, General Admission tickets include access to:
- Guided mansion tours
- Live music performances
- Local food vendors
- Dog-friendly activities
- Vendor shopping
For guests looking for a more in-depth tasting experience, a limited number of VIP Tickets are available. Presented in partnership with Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, Old Glory Distilling Co, Stable Reserve Distillery, and Company Distilling, VIP admission includes:
- One-on-one time with master distillers
- Access to limited-batch releases
- Specialty cocktails
- Light bites inside Two Rivers Mansion
All attendees must be 21 or older and present a valid ID at entry.
Participating Tennessee Distilleries
More than 20 distilleries will be represented at Whiskey & Wags, highlighting the breadth of Tennessee’s whiskey scene. Participating brands include:
- Big Machine Distillery
- Chattanooga Whiskey
- Company Distilling
- Corsair Distillery
- Drop Zone Distilling
- George Dickel / Cascade Hollow
- Junction 35 Distillery
- Leatherwood Distillery
- Leiper’s Fork Distillery
- Lost State Distilling
- Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery
- Old Dominick
- Old Forge Distillery
- Old Glory Distilling Co
- Ole Smoky Distillery
- Prichard’s Distillery
- Roaring River Distillery
- Short Mountain Distillery
- Silverbelly Whiskey
- Stable Reserve Distillery
- Sugarlands Distilling Co.
- Tennessee Hills Distillery
- Tennessee Legend Distillery
The lineup represents both established names and emerging producers, giving attendees a broad look at the state’s evolving spirits industry.
Whiskey & Wags Event Details
Here’s what to know before heading out to Whiskey & Wags at Two Rivers Mansion. Mark the calendar, grab a leash and a lawn chair, and plan for an afternoon of Tennessee whiskey, live music, and historic surroundings.
- Saturday, March 28, 2026
- 2:00 – 5:00 pm
- Two Rivers Mansion, 3130 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
- Rain or shine event
- Ages: 21+ only with a valid ID
- Dogs are welcome on the grounds
- Lawn chairs are encouraged
Tickets:
- General Admission: $85
- Friends of Two Rivers Member GA: $75
- VIP Admission: $125 (limited availability)
To purchase tickets and learn more, visit the Friends of Two Rivers website.
About the Tennessee Whiskey Trail
Whiskey & Wags is presented in partnership with the Tennessee Whiskey Trail, an initiative launched in 2017 by the Tennessee Distillers Guild. Designed as both a celebration and a guide, the Trail now features more than 30 stops across the state. It encourages visitors to explore Tennessee’s distilling heritage, whether for a quick tasting or a weekend road trip. From historic distilleries to newer craft producers, the Tennessee Whiskey Trail highlights how deeply rooted whiskey is in the state’s culture and economy.
