The best bars & nightlife in Montgomery County

If you want an easy hang with house-brewed flavors, The Taproom Clarksville pours Blackhorse staples like Vanilla Cream Ale, Coalminer’s Stout, and Blackhorse IPA, plus seasonals like Stargazer Hazy IPA and Summit light lager, perfect for unwinding after work or stretching out a Thursday. Check it out.

From the Clarksville newsletter, September 21, 2026

Beachaven Vineyards & Winery keeps it local with more than 25 wines made in Clarksville, from crisp Chardonnay to fan favorite Golden Rose and Sparkling Jazz. Line up a tasting this week, then stick around for live music on summer weekends... because your weeknight deserves better than box wine.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 18, 2026

Clarksville’s 3rd Base keeps locals covered with juicy burgers, wings, and a full bar, plus 16 TVs so you won’t miss a play. Grab the patio for sunset vibes, or dive inside for cornhole, darts, and pool... then stick around when the crowd gets loud.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 16, 2026

Beachaven Downtown pours flights, glasses and bottles of their award-winning wines, plus wine slushies and mimosas, in a chill, walkable spot that plays nice with to-go food from your favorite nearby joints and even to-go sips within the Downtown Entertainment District.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 4, 2026

Whether you want to sink a few on the pool tables, hit the dance floor, or trade shuffleboard smack talk, Mr. Billy's Bar and Grill keeps it easy with cold beer, solid cocktails, and comforting burgers. They also handle catering and private parties, so your crew's always covered.

From the Clarksville newsletter, September 14, 2026

If you want a laid-back night without the chaos, Good People Lounge keeps it simple with live music, karaoke, and legit pool-table bragging rights. Grab a drink, slide out to the patio, and catch ladies nights or ticketed events when you need an easy win after work.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 17, 2026

When the group chat says “somewhere chill but good,” Gray Fox Bar & Lounge hits the sweet spot with handcrafted cocktails, cold beers, and curated flights that actually feel curated. Great for post-work decompression or low-key date nights... plus that blackberry martini quietly steals the show.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 26, 2026

If your week needs a two-step reset, Electric Cowboy Clarksville is the western-themed nightclub with a huge dance floor built for country hits and two-steppin’. Bring your crew and let that big room do its thing... it’s pure hometown energy with zero pretense.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 19, 2026

Old Glory Distilling Co. is Clarksville’s grain-to-glory pride, turning locally sourced corn into smooth Tennessee Bourbon the right way, sugar-maple charcoal and all. Book a tour and tasting, then linger for a meal and cocktails in the Silo Park while live tunes keep the vibe easy.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 9, 2026

Family owned since ’92, Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Clarksville keeps the taps interesting with house-brewed standards like Vanilla Cream Ale and Coalminer's Stout alongside rotating seasonals like Stargazer Hazy IPA and Summit Style Light Lager, all paired with elevated pub grub that hits the spot after work.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 12, 2026

Craving a low-key hang with excellent taste, The Thirsty Goat blends craft beer garden vibes, artisan coffee, and handcrafted pizzas so everyone’s happy. Call up the crew, order a pie, sample something crisp from the taps, then linger until the convo outlasts the last slice.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 10, 2026

Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.

Strawberry Alley Ale Works is brewing its own rotating craft beers and turning out scratch-made comfort food in historic downtown Clarksville, the kind you “accidentally” plan the week around.

From the Clarksville newsletter, October 5, 2026

Yada on Franklin is the fun, casual catch-up spot for fresh, locally sourced plates and cocktails that actually taste like someone cares, plus the kind of linger-with-friends energy that turns a random Tuesday into an occasion. Rally the group this week for good food and better conversation.

From the Clarksville newsletter, September 28, 2026