While the Winter Warmer is still the most beloved beer festival in town, thanks to the special seasonal recipes brought out from deep in the beer coolers by local brewers, it takes a dedicated soul to stand under a tent in the cold, shoulder-to-shoulder with hundreds of other beer drinkers wearing parkas and gloves. Meanwhile, the Nashville Predators Craft Beer Festival also features many of the best of local and regional breweries — but in the comfortable environment of Bridgestone Arena, where tasting stands stretch almost all the way around the concourse. A nice mix of jersey-wearing Preds fans and serious beer nerds interact while sampling scores of craft brews, including some extremely rare offerings in the VIP lounge.
