Celebrating our 30th anniversary!

Chattanooga’s favorite wine event is a delightful evening of wine tasting, creative foods, and live music in a fun and memorable setting.

You must be 21 years old or older to attend this event.

10.25.25

  • Wines from Around the World

    Wine Over Water works with premier distributors to bring you a broad and varied wine tasting experience. As many as 200 wines have been featured each year. Grab your commemorative glass and discover new favorites during your wine journey above the Tennessee River.

  • Creative Foods

    Food tastings and pairings are part of the Wine Over Water experience. Carefully curated, the food experience is designed to highlight Chattanooga restaurants, caterers, chefs, and new talent. Portions are just enough to give you a yummy taste while leaving room for more wine! We welcome back Amada and Whitebird wih more being announced soon.

  • Live Music

    Live music is part of the fun. Featured artists for 2024 include Le Gat, Luke Simmons an. the Lovestruck, Magic Birds, and Waxing + Waning. Stretched across several stages, you are never too far from live music to sing along with and raise a glass to.

2024 PLATINUM PRESENTING SPONSOR

Thank You Distribution Partners!

Wine Over Water wouldn’t happen without the support of wonderful distributors who select and provide the wines for this event, Special thanks to Lipman for additional logistics assistance.

Explore Food and Music for 2024

Explore Food and Music for 2024

LIVE MUSIC - WAXING AND WANING

  • Waxing and Waning's indie-folk sound, infused with Americana roots, blends the ethereal with the earthy, featuring entwined vocal harmonies and introspective lyrics. Drawing comparisons to renowned bands such as The Civil Wars, The Head and the Heart, and The Milk Carton Kids, the duo from the heart of southern Appalachia has carved out a unique space in the indie-folk scene. Waxing and Waning, comprised of husband-and-wife Eric and Darla Kirkendoll, recently released their debut single, marking the beginning of an exciting journey as they continue to write and record more original music that explores the depths, the ebb and flow, and the ever-changing nature of the human condition.

    In addition to writing and recording, the duo is traveling around the southeast and performing at restaurants, bars, festivals, and various venues and events. They have developed a compelling setlist that includes both covers and original work seamlessly spanning genres and molding them into their distinctive style. With aspirations to travel further and share their music with a wider audience, Waxing and Waning is a testament to the timeless power of music and its ability to connect us all.

LIVE MUSIC - MAGIC BIRDS

  • Magic Birds is a Chattanooga, TN-based band made up of Scott Bruce and Ben Ezell. Delivering their own brand of Americana music, the duo blends together elements of classic country, bluegrass and folk, producing a stripped down style of music that exemplifies the sound that has helped shape their lives. Telling stories that they have heard over time, stories they have lived through and stories they have simply imagined, Magic Birds continues to put their heart and soul into the music they create. 

    https://wearemagicbirds.com/home

LIVE MUSIC - LE GATO

CIVIL PROVISIONS AND BAR

LUKE SIMMONS AND THE LOVESTRUCK

NEUTRAL GROUND

THE DAILY RATION WINE AND MARTINI BAR

CIVIL PROVISIONS AND BAR • LUKE SIMMONS AND THE LOVESTRUCK • NEUTRAL GROUND • THE DAILY RATION WINE AND MARTINI BAR •

FOOD - WHITEBIRD

  • Whitebird is a modern American restaurant at the foot of Chattanooga’s historic Walnut Street Pedestrian Bridge. Here, we offer a fresh take on Appalachian cuisine with ingredients sourced straight from the Tennessee River Valley. We warmly invite you to take in the river views from our elegant setting and enjoy a sincerely elevated dining experience.

    https://www.whitebirdchattanooga.com/

  • Hoff BBQ Glazed Meatball

    Heirloom Tomato & Basil Bruschetta, Toasted Bread

    Cheese Tortellini, Mushroom & Squash Ragout, Whipped Goat Cheese

FOOD - AMADA TAPAS & WINE

  • "Amada" is a female name of Spanish origin meaning beloved/loveable woman. The restaurant was founded by local Chattanoogan, Amanda Trotter, and her mother, Gayla Trotter. Amada serves traditional Spanish plates while at the same time creating an experience that equally prioritizes high-quality cuisine, a distinct culture, and an inviting atmosphere.

    https://www.amadatapas.com/

  • Coming Soon

FOOD - SPICE TRAIL

  • Spice Trail is a celebration of India – a hot pot of cultures and cuisines, changing with every mile.

    https://www.spicetrailcha.com/

  • Pani Poori potato, onion, tamarind (allergens: allium, gluten)

    Curried Chickpea Salad chickpeas, mixed vegetables, spices (allergens: allium)

    Iced Masala Lemon Chai Black tea, lemon juice, ginger, spices (allergens: none)

FOOD - CIVIL PROVISIONS

  • Whipped Feta on Flatbread with hot honey and pistachio

    Portuguese Tarts with strawberry fig jam

FOOD - THE DAILY RATION

  • The Daily Ration provides breakfast, lunch, and brunch caterings to the Chattanooga area. Whether you need boxed meals for 15 staff members or a buffet for 100 event attendees, we can fit any needs you have.

    https://www.thedailyrationchattanooga.com/

  • Hot Chicken and Waffles with Cinnamon Honey

    Pimento and Candied Bacon Toasts

FOOD - FIFTY-FIFTY WINE AND MARTINI BAR

HOTEL PARTNER

WESTIN CHATTANOOGA

Recharge in the middle of bustling downtown at The Westin Chattanooga. We put you in walking distance of local restaurants, the Tivoli Theatre and family attractions like the Tennessee Aquarium and Creative Discovery Museum.

BOOK YOUR $169 W.O.W. RATE HERE.

Last Day to Book: Saturday, August 10, 2024

Learn more about the hotel HERE.

FAQs

  • Not this year. The Walnut Street Bridge will be under renovation for the 2025 event. However, we have an equally exciting location planned!

  • Tickets are nonrefundable. However, tickets are transferable. If you are not able to attend the event, you may gift or resell your tickets to another party without changing your registration. Preserve Chattanooga is unable to assist with ticket resales.

  • Be sure to bring your Eventbrite generated ticket with the QR code. You may print or show the ticket on your phone. Also be sue o bring your ID. Only guests 21 or older may attend Wine Over Water.

  • We encourage everyone to not drink and drive. Guests are encouraged to stay at nearby hotels or use Uber, Lyft or taxi services. In the event that you need a special ticket for a designated driver, please contact todd@preservechattanooga.com or call 423-265-2825 for more information. Children’s tickets are not sold for this event.

  • Volunteers make a great event even better! Sign up to help below:

    Volunteer Registration Form

  • Best Cellars is a smaller, more intimate wine tasting experience that will take place on October 24, 2025.