This Week On Tap: 10/18 - 10/24
Tuesday:
Blackhorse: “Wicked Harvest” - High Gravity Pumpkin Ale brewed with the addition of fresh pumpkin & sweet potato along with seasonal spices
Crafty Bastard Brewery-West: “Cellar Dweller” - High Gravity Lagered Imperial Stout
Wednesday:
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: “Viking’s Secret” - NEIPA with Vic’s Secret Hops & Kveik Yeast
Crafty Bastard Brewery-West: Saison
Next Level: “Basic Kim 4.0” - Pumpkin Ale
Thursday:
Albright Grove: “Huggins Helles” - German style Lager named for the rugged lost trail leading straight up to Myrtle Point on Mount LeConte
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Triple Pumpkin Beer Release! “Old Man Bowers Pumpkin Ale” - Brewer Carl’s father’s famous Hebrew recipe using freshly roasted pumpkins & freshly ground spices; “The Anti-Spiced” - All Pumpkin, no spice Belgian Tripel; Pumpkin Pie Gose. Turn any of these into a pumpkin beer float with Bruster’s ice cream that will be available on site!
Xul: Attack of the Killer 4 Pack! Sold as individual 4pks as well as a mixed 4pk: “Things That Go Squish in the Night” - Fruited Sour Collab with Drekker, “Your Suffering Will Be Legendary” - Fruited Sour Collab with Corporate Ladder, “LOOMIS” - Fruited Sour Collab with Orchestrated Minds, “The Saw is Family” - Triple IPA Collab with Beer Zombies
Friday:
Bearden Beer Market & Brewhouse: “Vader’s Saber” - 10% dark sour with Raspberry, Marshmallow Fluff and Granola
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Roll Out The Barrel Event - 4 Barrel Aged Beers! Alpino Barrel Aged Pilsner, Apple Brandy Barrel Aged Baltic Porter, Fernet Barrel Aged Saison, White Wine Barrel Aged Sour
Saturday:
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Crafty's Greatest Hits—the re-release of 4 of Crafty’s highest rated beers including Passion Fruit Big Bastard Double IPA, Thai Tea Mikshake IPA, Tangerine Dreamsicle Sour, and Tennessee Chili Pepper IPA
Fanatic: Passionfruit Pedalin’ Radler
Geezers: High Beams Lager Festival, tap-takeover style with releases from Geezers, Crafty Bastard, Alliance, Pretentious, Next Level, Orange Hat, Yee Haw, Gatlinburg Brewing Company, and the Brewing & Distilling Center
Xul: Kill The Lights Festival! “Kill the Lights” - Imperial Stout with Coconut & Peanut Butter, draft & bottle release
Sunday: X
Monday:
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: House of Funk Sour Release - “Sommelier Series 002” - White Wine Barrel Aged Blonde Sour with Locally Sourced Sauvignon Grapes
Special Events
Tuesday:
Casual Pint-Northshore: Halloween & Horror Movie Trivia at 7:00pm
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: 7th Anniversary Trivia! There will be Crafty specific questions, special prizes throughout, and the winning team gets a sneak peak (and taste!) of an Apple Brandy Barrel Aged Baltic Porter which they then get to name before its release at the Roll Out The Barrel event on Friday; Hot Daddy D’s Food Truck from 5:00-9:00pm
Elst: Knox Crafts event — Spell Bound: DIY Book Binding from 7:00-10:00pm. $30 Ticket, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spell-bound-book-binding-tickets-430138324307?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Frog Juice Boocherie: Tincture Tuesday from 7:30-8:30pm with Cory of Rocky Top Genetics CBD, $10 ticket includes your first drink
Next Level: Open Mic Night hosted by Travis Tench of Tinca Tinca; Vuture Vegan Junk Food on site from 3:00-8:00pm
Printshop: To kick off National Architecture Week, join Knoxville By Design for a fun night of trivia with trivia guru Brad Overton at 5:30pm, and put your pop-culture and regional architectural and design knowledge to the test! Gift cards from Printshop to be awarded to winners. Registration fee is $10 per person, and all proceeds go to support the IA Collaborative (IIDA + ASID Student Chapter at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville College of Architecture & Design). Bread drop with Mother’s Daughter and CSA pickup with Underfoot Farm
Wednesday:
Albright Grove: Live music with Daniel Kimbro at 7:00pm; Mama Lana's kitchen serving dinner
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus: Live music with Will Shepard at 7:00pm
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Viking Secret Day! In honor of the re-release of Viking Secret NEIPA, Craft Axe Throwing will have a mobile lane setup out front. Try your hand at axe throwing you get a True Bullseye (completely inside the red with no part of the blade touching outside) to win a free pint! Anyone dressed like a Viking or who wears a viking hat will receive $1 off pints all night. Tarik’s North African Cuisine from 5:00-9:00pm
Crafty Bastard-West: VHS Swap at 6:30pm
Knox Brew Hub: Manchester United Watch Party at 3:00pm
Pour: Drag Bingo from 8:00-11:00pm
Pretentious: Knox Crafts event — DYI House Broom Workshop with Aviary Broom Company at 7:00pm. $35 ticket, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diy-house-broom-workshop-tickets-428224078747?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Schulz Brau: Pint Night with Mobile Meals from 5:30-8:30pm. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pints-for-purpose-oktobeerfest-mobile-meals-schulz-brau-brewing-tickets-428066236637
Thursday:
Albright Grove: Horror Movie on the Patio at 8:00pm - “Scream”
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Pumpkin Beer & Bruster’s Ice Cream Pairing! Bruster's ice cream will be on site with multiple different varieties of pumpkin ice cream to make beer floats with the pumpkin beers. Choose your own adventure!
Elst: One Year Anniversary of Cigar Socials from 6:00-9:00pm with a featured cigar & beer pairing; https://www.eventbrite.com/e/elsts-cigar-social-1-year-anniversary-tickets-433239118867
Hi-Wire: Bricks & Brews with American Institute of Architects - East Tennessee Chapter - "Join us for a one-night-only pop-up Brick Bar. Drink, chat, and play with LEGO in a fun, no-pressure atmosphere. For those that like a little competition, LEGO builds can be entered for judging in one of several fun categories for a nominal entry fee. Registration will be limited to 60 people. The event will adhere to any current Knox County regulations for dining and bar establishments.” Tickets are $15 per person, register at: www.knoxbydesign.org/knox-bricks
Knox Brew Hub: Closing early at 6:00pm for a Private Event
Merchants of Beer: Silent Disco Knox - Taylor Swift. One channel is her songs, one channel is her friends songs, and the third channel is her enemies; both shows have sold out, but sometimes you can find tickets on the FB posts for the shows if someone has a change of plans!
Pretentious: Knox Crafts event — Ceramic Pumpkin Mug Making with Sutton Ceramics at 7:00pm (sold out)
Friday:
Albright Grove: Book signing party from 7:00-9:00pm for Kirk Eddlemon and his second edition release of Whitewater of the Southern Appalachians. Portion of sales that might go to Little River Watershed Association; Tarik North African Cuisine serving up dinner
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus: Barrelhouse Birthday Weekend! Live music with Jaystorm Unplugged at 7:00pm; SmartAxes Axe Throwing on site from 4:00pm-close
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Roll Out The Barrel—Crafty is hosting a Barrel Aged Beer Bonanza! Mixed 4-packs available and the winner of the Barrel of Monkeys contest beginning at 6:00pm and ending a 8:00pm will take home a free mixed 4-pack of these barrel-aged beauties! Mima’s Thai Food Truck from 5:00-9:00pm
Crafty Bastard-West: Live music with Andrew Broschart at 7:00pm
Ebony & Ivory: Blackie Chan Sushi on site from 6:00-9:00pm
Fanatic: Live music with Doug Wilhite at 7:00pm
Frog Juice Boocherie: Live Folk & Americana music from 7:30-10:00pm, a musical collective
Geezers: Live Music with Cullen Kehoe at 7:00pm
Hexagon: Live music with The Water Kickers at 7:30pm
Hi-Wire: CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
Knox Brew Hub: Wedding Day for owners Zack & Amy! Closing early at 4:00pm
Last Days of Autumn: Live music with Ben McLaughlin at 7:00pm
Merchants of Beer: Silent Disco Knox - Taylor Swift. One channel is her songs, one channel is her friends songs, and the third channel is her enemies; both shows have sold out, but sometimes you can find tickets on the FB posts for the shows if someone has a change of plans!
Pour: Live music with Redd Daugherty from 9:00pm-12:00am
Pretentious: Live music with Jaq & Tinca Tinca at 7:00pm, $10 cover
Trailhead Market: Live music with Matt Woods at 7:00pm
Saturday:
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus: SmartAxes Axe Throwing on site from 4:00pm-close
Blackhorse-Alcoa: Live music with Shaun from 7:00-10:00pm
Casual Pint-Northshore: UT vs. TN Martin Watch Party at 12:00pm
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Dippin and Sippin: Beer & grilled meat pairing with Kandilige Spicy African Cuisine from 4:00pm-close. Kandilige will marinate & grill a meat of your choosing in the beer of your choosing!
Fanatic: Pedal for Alzheimer’s fundraising event from 12:00-3:00pm, 10% of all proceeds from the event are going to Pedal for Alzheimer’s
Frog Juice Boocherie: Pumpkin Carving Extravaganza Contest from 2:00-6:00pm with prizes awarded to winners!
Geezers: HIGH BEAMS LAGER FEST! Tap takeover with special releases from Geezers, Crafty Bastard, Alliance, Pretentious, Next Level, Orange Hat, Yee Haw, Gatlinburg Brewing Company, and the Brewing & Distilling Center. Opening early for Noon kickoff of TN vs UT-Martin; Live music with Steve Rutledge at 7:00m
Hexagon: Fun With Friends 3rd Annual Adult Halloween Party (21+) from 6:00-11:00pm. Costume contest, bar games, DJ, other contests with prizes, and more!
Hi-Wire: Halloween Drag Show & Costume Contest from 9:00pm-12:00am. Prizes awarded to the winners of 3 costume categories: Funniest, Scariest, and Cutest. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door. Drag Show showtimes begin at 9:00pm & 10:00pm
Merchants of Beer: Live music with Alex & The Animals from 8:00-11:00pm, no cover!
Pour: Live music with Jonah Tran from 9:00pm-12:00am
Printshop: Beer & Cheese Pairing with Euphoric Cheese at 1:00pm. A curated selection of beers will be paired with cheeses, including Rogue River Blue—named World Champion at the 2019/20 World Cheese Awards! Your ticket includes: four 6.5 oz pours; a curated selection of cheeses, meat, nuts, crackers, and chocolate from our friends at Euphoric Cheese; and the guided pairing experience led by Angelo, Printshop’s sensory training guru. To Go Boxes are also available for pick up if you can’t make the in-person pairing event. Tickets are available at: https://www.printshopbeer.co/product/beer-cheese-pairing/134 / Salsa Saturday with HaCha Latin Dance Company from 8:00pm-12:00am
Xul: KILL THE LIGHTS BEER FEST! Featuring local & regional breweries
Sunday:
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus: Live music with Jewell & Scott at 2:00pm
Casual Pint-Northshore: Knoxville Packer Backers watch party against Washington Commanders
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Traditional Kölsch Service from 12:00-2:00pm. A small glass (10oz) of Kölsch will be delivered to you along with a coaster. That glass will keep getting replaced with a fresh full one as long as your coaster is on the table. Once you are finished, place your coaster on top of the glass and they will bring you the bill. Fundraiser to Raise $3000 for a Wheelchair for Taylor’s surgery. The event will include a 50/50 Raffle, Silent Auction, and Local Maker's Craft Table with a lineup of local bands for live music. Kandilige Spicy African Cuisine from 2:00-6:00pm
Frog Juice Boocherie: Sound bath with Cory Peay from 6:00-8:00pm. Open to the public. Ticket announcement to follow on Instagram. Potluck meal after the healing
Hi-Wire: Howl-O-Ween - Dog Costume Contest from 1:00-4:00pm. "We're celebrating Halloween in Style! Bring your furry friends dressed up in a costume and strut the runway while being adored by all, shop local vendors, and take cute pics in a Halloween themed photobooth! We will also be donating $1 of each pint sold during the event to Chain Free Knoxville and Small Breed Rescue of Eastern Tennessee! Get working on your costumes and get ready for a good time for a good paws!"
Knox Brew Hub: Manchester United Watch Party at 11:30am
Orange Hat: Knox Rocks P.O.T.S — Fundraiser for Dysautonomia from 4:00-7:00pm. Live music with Common Interest Band, face painting, and a raffle
Monday:
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Live music with Evie Andrus from 7:00-9:00pm
Knox Brew Hub: NO LIVE SHOW THIS WEEK! Tune in next week, Monday October 31st at 6:00pm for a special Halloween Themed episode! We’ll be featuring Beer & Halloween Candy Pairing with Aaron McClain & Joel Leffew of Crafty Bastard Brewery and musical guest Vincent Charlow. Costumes encouraged!!
Weekly Happenings
Tuesday:
Albright Grove: 2 for $20 four packs
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus: SBRET Mutt Club neighborhood dog walk at 6:30pm, all well-behaved dogs welcome! Extreme Bingo & Music Trivia at 7:00pm. Taco Tuesday: 2 for $5 tacos, $3 Raindancer and Queen of Swords Ciders, $4 all other Cider Pints
Bearden Beer Market: $1 off drafts all day
Blackhorse-Alcoa: Trivia in the beer garden at 7:00pm
Casual Pint-Northshore: Trivia at 7:00pm
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Trivia at 7:00pm
Crafty Bastard-West: Bingo at 7:00pm
Geezers: Singo with Knox Trivia Guys from 7:00-9:00pm
Hi-Wire: All flagship beers only $3 all day. Tot Tuesday - get Tots or Nachos from Redbud Kitchen for $8 and get a flagship pint for $2 in the taproom! Ping Pong Tournament at 7:00pm
Knox Brew Hub: Legit Music Bingo at 7:00pm. Free to play, prizes available!
Next Level: Open Mic Night with Travis Tench of Tinca Tinca! Sign up begins at 6:00pm, open mic from 7:00-9:00pm
Orange Hat: Trivia with Not Rocket Science Trivia at 7:00pm; Buy a pint, get 1/2 off growlers!
Pour Taproom: Free Trivia every Tuesday at 8:00pm. 15% off drinks for those who play the entire game!
Xül: Trivia with Not Rocket Science Trivia at 7:00pm
Wednesday:
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus: “Wine All You Want” Wine Special
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Puzzle Night! Prizes for completed puzzles
Elst: $5 Smash Burgers
Geezers: Singer-Songwriter Open Mic Night with JC. Sign up starts at 6:00pm, open mic from 7:00-9:00pm
Hexagon: $1 off all drafts and $2 off every pound of wings
Hi-Wire: Free Trivia Night with Not Rocket Science Trivia at 7:00pm
Honeybee: Singo at 7:00pm
Knox Brew Hub: Chess Club at 7:00pm
Next Level: Free Trivia from 7:00-9:00pm
Pour: Wine Down Wednesdays - 50% off wine!
Thursday:
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus: Trivia with Challenge Entertainment at 7:00pm
Bearden Beer Market: Not Rocket Science Trivia begins at 7:00pm
Casual Pint-Northshore: Bingo at 7:00pm
Clinch River: Free Trivia every Thursday at 6:30pm
Crafty Bastard-West: Trivia at 7:00pm
Geezers: Trivia with Knox Trivia Guys from 7:00-9:00pm
Hexagon: Free Poker hosted by K-Town Poker at 6:00pm
Hi-Wire: All day 50% off all draft pints
Honeybee: Trivia at 7:00pm
Knox Brew Hub: Eddie’s Health Shoppe Fun Run at 6:00pm
Next Level: 25% off tab for Friends With Benefits members
Orange Hat: Singo at 7:00pm
Friday:
Clinch River: Trivia with Amanda from Challenge Entertainment from 6:30pm to close
Saturday:
Hi-Wire: Yoga with Pilates Jill at 11:00am, $5 per person and half off first beer (21+), limited space, reserve your spot at: https://www.pilatesjill.com/class-rsvp
Next Level: Brunch with Dia De food truck with craft beer cocktail pairings
Printshop: 10:45am - Hair of the Dog Yoga with Rigazzi - $12 for class + beer or $10 for class only. 1:00pm - Brewer’s Flight - $10 for flight - One of Printshop’s brewers selects 4 beers and then shares the stories behind the beers as they are sampled. Tastings promote digressive conversations covering a variety of beer-related topics, from style and flavor profiles to recipe development and ingredient selection to the state of the craft industry. Drink beers with the makers behind them in a low-key environment and get your beer questions answered!
Xül: Yoga in the taproom, $10 for class and a free beer!
Sunday:
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus: Yoga + Cider 10:30am; Bottomless Brunch & Brunch Beats, every Sunday from 11:30am-2:30pm
Crafty Bastard-West: Chess Club at 2:00pm; Poker at 4:00pm
Elst: Yoga at 11am, $5 for the class and $1 off your first pint
Geezers: Beermosas & Donuts from The Donut Shop
Hi-Wire: Yoga with Pilates Jill at 11:00am, $5 per person and half off first beer (21+), limited space, reserve your spot at: https://www.pilatesjill.com/class-rsvp / Industry Night, $3 pints of select beers from 5:00-10:00pm
Honeybee: Sunday Funday Flight Day-Buy a flight, get your first pint half off
Hops & Hollers: All Day Happy Hour
Knox Brew Hub: Sour Sundays - $1 off all sours and DOUBLE points for Hub Club Members
Monday:
Alliance: Yoga with Rigazzi Wellness from 6:00-7:00pm, $10 for yoga/$12 for yoga & a pint; Fun Run with 865 Running starts at 6:30pm, $1 off beers for runners
Barrelhouse: Singer/Songwriter Open Mic Night with Chris Marshall, signup begins at 5:30pm, open mic starts at 6:30pm
Bearden Beer Market: Fun Run departs from the Market at 6:30pm, $1 off beers for runners, runners drinking brewery sponsor's beer get tickets for end of the night raffle
Crafty Bastard-Downtown: Monday Night Patio Jams featuring a local musician and new sour beer released every Monday!
Elst: Themed Trivia at 7:00pm and $1 off nonic pours
Knox Brew Hub: This Week On Tap Live broadcast at 6:00pm & Emo Happy Hour at 7:30pm - $1 off all dark beers
Next Level: 1/2 price sushi from Blackie Chan from 6:00-9:00pm
Orange Hat: Free Texas Hold ‘Em from 7:00-10:00pm
Pour: Mimosa Bar Mondays - 50% off Prosecco and all juices are free!
Pretentious: Industry Night - $1 off drafts for all service industry workers
Xul: Charity & Metal Mondays! 10% of all sales go to a charity of the month. Wear your favorite metal band shirt and get an extra $1 donated to charity!