LYNCHBURG, Tenn. — Planning to attend the United Way’s United in Spirits fundraiser at Jack Daniel’s BBQ Hill on May 17? Well good news, there’s a party before the party.

The South Central Tennessee Tourism Association and Tennessee Whiskey Trailhead will join forces with the United Way of South Central Tennessee with a special kick-off party for all United in Spirits 2025 ticketholders. The free event will feature light refreshments, door prizes and live music and will begin at 3:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Whiskey Trailhead located at 133 Lynchburg Highway in Lynchburg. Buses to BBQ Hill, where the main event takes place, will depart from the Trailhead parking lot at 4:45 p.m.

 “We’re honored to support the great causes of United Way, including the fact that all proceeds from this year’s United in Spirits event will go to non-profit organizations across South Central Tennessee,” Executive Director Ryan French, South Central Tennessee Tourism Association, said. “We welcome all Spirit 2025 ticketholders to arrive early on May 17 and join the party.”

All guests will receive a special Tennessee Whiskey Trailhead welcome kit with a special discount card, Tennessee Whiskey Passport, Whiskey Trial Brochure, and a commemorative poker chip symbolizing the 2025 United in Spirits event.

“We’re very excited about this special addition to the United in Spirits 2025 event,” Executive Director Ashley Abraham, United Way, said. “I’m grateful for the support and collaboration with South Central Tennessee Tourism and encourage all of our ticketholders to come early for the kick-off party at the Tennessee Whiskey Trailhead.” 

For more information, or to purchase tickets for the event, visit the United Way’s website by clicking here. To learn more about the Tennessee Whiskey Trailhead, click here.•

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