Drink up: Beltline pub crawl coming this spring

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Whether you’ve experienced the Betline time and time again or you’ve never visited, this spring may be the perfect time to take a trek along its path.

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Atlanta Sport and Social Club and Park Tavern In Piedmont Park are among the hosts of Pub Crawl on the BeltLine: Spring Edition. On March 21, guests can enjoy five complimentary drinks from partner bars. Coming hungry? Then dig into the food and drink specials offered at participating restaurants along the way.

Tickets are $25 and include a souvenir Pub Crawl on the BeltLine koozie. Guests can check in at three locations along the Beltline: Midtown, Ponce and Inman Park. The exact locations are to-be-announced.

As for which eateries and bars will be participating this year, that has yet to be revealed. However, past partners include Tacos & Tequilas Ponce, New Realm, King of Pops and Mellow Mushroom.

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The Atlanta Beltline trail has been described as the city’s most comprehensive revitalization effort and its one of the biggest revitalization efforts in the U.S. It’s not uncommon to see people run, bike or walk along the 22 miles of repourposed railroad corridor, which has been built up to include art and several restaurants. Eateries include Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall and Victory Sandwich Bar.

DETAILS
Pub Crawl on the BeltLine: Spring Edition
noon-4 p.m. Saturday, March 21
Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail