Family owned and making small-batch gin, rum, Tennessee whiskey, and canned cocktails right in downtown Bristol, Lost State Distilling…
200 State St (Bristol)
“Family owned and making small-batch gin, rum, Tennessee whiskey, and canned cocktails right in downtown Bristol, Lost State Distilling pours thoughtful tastings and runs behind-the-scenes tours.”
From the Tri Cities newsletter, September 16, 2026
Tennessee Hills Distillery | Bristol is a working Brewstillery where you can walk the production floor, hear the folks who built it tell…
90 Tennessee Hills Wy (Bristol)
“Tennessee Hills Distillery | Bristol is a working Brewstillery where you can walk the production floor, hear the folks who built it tell the story, and sample the goods. Expect whiskey, vodka, gin, rum, cream liqueurs, canned cocktails, plus beer, food, and regular live music and trivia.”
From the Tri Cities newsletter, September 22, 2026
Dragonfly Book Bar is the cozy spot where used and new books share shelves with pours of wine, plus bites for the inevitable mid-chapter…
625 State St (Bristol)
“Dragonfly Book Bar is the cozy spot where used and new books share shelves with pours of wine, plus bites for the inevitable mid-chapter hunger. It doubles as a low-key community hangout with social events, so you can sip, browse, and actually finish a chapter with neighbors.”
From the Tri Cities newsletter, September 10, 2026
The Corner keeps 12 taps frosty and the menu interesting thanks to Chef Drew Winnie, who clearly has no patience for boring bar food. It…
501 State St (Bristol)
“The Corner keeps 12 taps frosty and the menu interesting thanks to Chef Drew Winnie, who clearly has no patience for boring bar food. It also feels like your bar... ask for your favorite beer, wine, or cocktail and they’ll try to make it happen.”
High Voltage is an outdoor-plus-indoor hangout serving craft beer and ciders on draft, domestic cans, and simple boards of meats, cheeses,…
101 Cherokee St #30 (Kingsport)
“High Voltage is an outdoor-plus-indoor hangout serving craft beer and ciders on draft, domestic cans, and simple boards of meats, cheeses, and spreads. Check their calendar for food trucks, bands, and other fun this week, or book that semi-private room and big outdoor space for your own thing.”
Tucked inside Kingsport’s historic Telephone Building, Inspire Wine Bar, the Tri-Cities’ first wine bar, pours global favorites and…
116 Commerce St Ste 101 (Kingsport)
“Tucked inside Kingsport’s historic Telephone Building, Inspire Wine Bar, the Tri-Cities’ first wine bar, pours global favorites and regional picks alongside locally sourced bites in a space lined with handmade art you can actually take home. Watch for playful ticketed pairings...”
Whether you're catching a local band or just catching up with friends, Bays Mountain Brewing Company keeps it easygoing with well-made…
154 Commerce St (Kingsport) · ✓ checked Sep 3
“Whether you're catching a local band or just catching up with friends, Bays Mountain Brewing Company keeps it easygoing with well-made craft beer and a relaxed, come-as-you-are taproom. It’s the kind of Kingsport hangout where community shows up, conversations linger, and another round sounds like a good idea.”
Whether it's a block party, wedding, or "we finally finished the deck" bash, Southern Sips and Events rolls in with a mobile bar, helps…
112 Mimi Ct (Kingsport)
“Whether it's a block party, wedding, or "we finally finished the deck" bash, Southern Sips and Events rolls in with a mobile bar, helps craft a cocktail menu, tells you how much to stock, then serves with a smile so you can actually enjoy your own party.”
The Mouse's Ear delivers a totally nude, high-energy gentlemen’s club and nightclub vibe with private dances and champagne rooms, plus they…
1408 E Main St (Johnson City)
“The Mouse's Ear delivers a totally nude, high-energy gentlemen’s club and nightclub vibe with private dances and champagne rooms, plus they know how to throw unforgettable bachelor and birthday parties. When the week needs some spice, this Johnson City staple keeps the lights low and the fun dialed up.”
From the Johnson City newsletter, September 8, 2026
Whether you want to catch local comics testing fresh material or hop on stage yourself, Blue Ridge Comedy Club is the Tri-Cities laugh…
560 English St (Bristol)
“Whether you want to catch local comics testing fresh material or hop on stage yourself, Blue Ridge Comedy Club is the Tri-Cities laugh factory this week. Think open mic on Wednesday, August 5, quirky game-show mashups, real-deal classes, and a bar serving cocktails or mocktails while you grin.”
Lean into a glamorous, cozy evening at Cafe Lola Bistro, where a discovery-forward martini and cocktail list meets New American plates…
1805 N Roan St B-1 (Johnson City)
“Lean into a glamorous, cozy evening at Cafe Lola Bistro, where a discovery-forward martini and cocktail list meets New American plates touched by Thai, Cantonese, and Southern roots.”
From the Johnson City newsletter, September 11, 2026
Since 1976, The Down Home has been Johnson City’s come-as-you-are listening room, all warm oak and zero pretense, where bluegrass,…
300 W Main St (Johnson City)
“Since 1976, The Down Home has been Johnson City’s come-as-you-are listening room, all warm oak and zero pretense, where bluegrass, songwriter nights, poetry hoots and surprise legends actually shine. Slide in this week for Logan Ledger or Max and Heather Stalling, grab something tasty from the menu, exhale.”
From the Johnson City newsletter, September 22, 2026
Tiebreakers is your midweek ringer, mixing spacious bowling lanes, Hyperbowling, a 100+ game arcade with prize redemption, laser tag in the…
1805 N Roan St (Johnson City)
“Tiebreakers is your midweek ringer, mixing spacious bowling lanes, Hyperbowling, a 100+ game arcade with prize redemption, laser tag in the Forgotten Kingdom, and motion seating VR with pizzas, burgers, and a beer and cocktails bar. Round up the crew and let the smack talk begin.”
Little Magic Bar is Johnson City’s inclusive late-night hang where creative cocktails meet karaoke most nights, plus drag shows, live…
121 N Commerce St #104 (Johnson City)
“Little Magic Bar is Johnson City’s inclusive late-night hang where creative cocktails meet karaoke most nights, plus drag shows, live music, and trivia. Bonus for your crew, the Kitchen at Little Magic runs a dedicated gluten-free menu so celiac friends can actually relax and eat.”
From the Johnson City newsletter, September 14, 2026
If your week needs a little sparkle, The Feisty Pigeon pours thoughtfully curated wines from the world’s emerging regions, mixes seasonally…
109 Cherry St Ste 20 (Johnson City)
“If your week needs a little sparkle, The Feisty Pigeon pours thoughtfully curated wines from the world’s emerging regions, mixes seasonally crafted cocktails, and serves decadent small plates. Modern elegance meets rustic charm in Historic Downtown Johnson City... perfect for date night or that first glass after work.”
From the Johnson City newsletter, September 19, 2026
