See & Do - Benefit: Beer and Whiskey Fest August 28 2009

Sun., Sept. 6

This weekend’s fifth annual BEER AND WHISKEY FEST features four whiskeys and four beers – including Bulleit Bourbon, Crown Royal, George Dickel No. 12 and Bushmills, along with Red Stripe, Harp, Guinness and Smithwick’s – with ambassadors talking up the significance of each. Tribute bands Thundersnake (’80s hair metal), El Scorcho (Weezer), Behind the Sun (Red Hot Chili Peppers) and Celebrating Queen (Queen) serve up music while you’re chomping on barbecue and drinking spirits. The event also features a silent auction to raise money for PAWS Atlanta. $10-$15. 2--11 p.m. Park Tavern, 500 10th St. 404-249-0001. www.beerandwhiskeyfest.com.