Martinis at the Mansion

Blount Mansion’s annual garden party trades beer-fest energy for something dressier — a refined afternoon of martinis, live music, and history on the grounds of the Birthplace of Tennessee. It draws a slightly older, dressed-up crowd looking for elegance over rowdiness.

Dress to impress — this one leans upscale, so it’s a good pick when you want a classier day-drinking option than the usual brewery patio. The historic grounds make for a genuinely pretty backdrop, so arrive with time to wander before the party gets going. A great choice for a date afternoon or anyone craving a martini instead of a can of something cold.