Made South, which showcases regional craftsmen and artisans, has announced its 2017 lineup of shopping events.
This year, they’ve added stops from June through November, as well as an inaugural gathering of the Southern Whiskey Society in August.
This year, guests can purchase tickets to events in Hoover, Alabama; Franklin, Tennessee; Atlanta, Georgia and Louisville, Kentucky, for $25. Each event will showcase more than 100 of the finest artisans and makers from that region and across the South who will have products available for purchase and will offer food and drink tastings which are included in the ticket price. Guests can expect bites from local chefs and samples from six to eight regional distillers at each event, all to be announced in the weeks prior.
Founded by Nashville native and fourth generation Tennessean, Chris Thomas brings together the best Southern makers, producers, craftsmen, artisans and more for its events held across the Southeast. Thomas works to curate the best goods found south of the Mason-Dixon line to show at these two-day events that bring together craftsmanship, food, drink, music and art, providing an all-inclusive and unforgettable experience.
In addition to the Made South market-style events, this year’s calendar brings the Southern Whiskey Society meeting on Saturday, August 5, in Franklin. The event will offer patrons samples of whiskey from more than 30 regional distillers as well as bites from six of the South’s best chefs. Held at The Factory at Franklin, the event benefits The Battle of Franklin Trust. General admission tickets are $77 while VIP tickets are $97, and can be purchased here.
Also new to Made South this year are event partnerships with Eat Y’all and Barrett Sovereign.
Based on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Eat Y’all is a company that strives to connect passionate consumers to the South’s most inspiring ingredients. Husband and wife duo, Andy and Marianna Chapman, act as Made South’s culinary curators for the complimentary tastings at each event, drawing from their connections and knowledge of Southern food products to create an unforgettable experience for ticket holders.
Barrett Sovereign, the lifestyle brand that stems from tactical firearm company, Barrett, will also partner with Made South this year, and will have its high-end firearms for sale at all events. New to the market, the brand will utilize the events to expand its customer reach in the Southeast.
Williamson County 2017 Made South events include:
June 30 – July 1 at The Factory at Franklin (tickets can be purchased here)
Southern Whiskey Society: Franklin, Tenn., August 5 at The Factory in Franklin (tickets can be purchased here)
November 17-18 at The Factory at Franklin (tickets on sale 08/24)
For more information on MADE SOUTH, its products and events, please visit www.madesouth.com.
