Montgomery Sports Planner by Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce

Sports Planner

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2019 EDITION visitingmontgomery.com

2019 EDITION

Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce President Randall L. George

11 The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau works in partnership with the City of Montgomery and the Central Alabama Sports Commission to market and sell Montgomery as a sports and events destination.

Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau Vice President Dawn Hathcock

Publisher Pam Mashburn

Editor Jina Miniard

Copy Editor Jennifer Kornegay

Art Director Bryan Carter Photography Carter Photography & Design Taste Buds Photography Eric Salas

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CAPITAL COOL

Montgomery may be known for world changing events like the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement, but it also has the cool, funky, cosmopolitan feel of a big city. Thanks to a dramatic downtown revitalization, this charming southern town is quickly becoming a must see destination in the Southeast and offers everything from eclectic culinary experiences and world renown arts and culture, to a hip nightlife scene and the best of family fun.

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Those of us who live here have always known what a gem our city is, but now it seems the entire nation knows it too. Montgomery was voted the Best Historic City by USA Today ...and named AllAmerican City by the National Civic League.

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VISITINGMONTGOMERY.COM Your one-stop shop for all things MGM. It has a complete list of hotels, restaurants, attractions, outdoor activities, shopping venues, and houses an extensive calendar of events, so you’re sure to find plenty of things to keep you busy during your visit.

CALLING ALL GROUPS Planning a meeting or conference in MGM? The Chamber's Convention and Visitor Bureau is here to help. What the CVB can do for you: • Create detailed itineraries and provide step-on-guide service contacts • Make hotel recommendations and send a lead for best hotel rates • Provide welcome bags, name badges and MGM promotional material

FAMILY REUNIONS With a mix of great food, plenty to see and do, unique history and great value, MGM is the perfect spot for your family reunion.

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Let the CVB help you with: • Suggested activities and tours • Great hotel rates and off site venues • A detailed planning guide with valuable tips and a planning checklist • Welcome bags, name badges and MGM promotional material (depending on the total number of room nights)

LOVEMGM.COM The official MGM blog helps you visit like a local and features all the unique and interesting things that make MGM a great, southern destination.

Take a pictorial tour of the city via our Instagram account, which captures scenes from all over MGM.

YOUTUBE youtube.com/visitingmontgomeryal Video tours of the city put you right in the middle of it all and offer a look at areas and attractions you'll want to visit.

EXPLOREMGM.COM Once you get your feet on the ground in MGM, be sure to look up our brand new mobile site to help guide you through MGM and find the best food, drinks, experiences and events as you explore the city on your feet or on the road.

TWITTER @mgmcapitalcool Follow @mgmcapitalcool to find out what's happening every day and check out cool stuff too.

The Montgomery Area Visitor Center is located in the heart of downtown and has everything you need to plan a day, night, or weekend in MGM. They’ll even make a reservation for you or create a custom itinerary. Grab maps, brochures, and purchase exclusive MGM merchandise from the Stop at Union Station. 334-262-0013 300 Water Street, Montgomery, AL 36104

PINTEREST pinterest.com/visitingmgmal Shopping! Dining! Arts! Family Fun! Explore MGM's pins for ideas on things to do, and explore.

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The reasons to love Montgomery are many and varied, but since we can’t list them all, here are some of the very best.

SHAKESPEARE, Y’ALL

Take in a play at one of the country’s most celebrated theatres, The Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Every season offers more than Will’s works. Popular contemporary plays, including musicals, take the stage too.

GRIDIRON ACTION

The Sunbelt and MAC college football conferences face off each December in the ESPN’s Raycom Media Camellia Bowl.

PADDLE PLAY

Glide across the surface of the Alabama River on a stand-up paddle board and get a different view of the downtown skyline.

NIGHTLIFE

Pick up the pace with the excitement of The Alley, right across from the Montgomery Convention Center.

HERITAGE HOTSPOTS

Walk in the footsteps of world-changing events. Montgomery was the cradle of the Confederacy and, a century later, the impetus of the Civil Rights Movement.

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LITERARY LEGENDS

F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, golden couple of the Jazz Age and famous authors, lived (drank!) and wrote in the capital city. Check out the Fitzgerald Museum, housed in their Montgomery home.

PASS THE BISCUITS

Catch a Montgomery Biscuits baseball game and a flying biscuit too at historic Riverwalk Stadium.

HOT DOG!

Take a bite of history at Chris’ Hot Dogs, a local favorite that’s been serving tasty dogs smothered in a signature sauce since 1917.

LATE-NIGHT JAZZ

Soak up some smooth sounds and stiff drinks at the after-hours club, Sous la Terre, downtown.

STATE STORIES

Learn pretty much everything you want to know about the Yellowhammer state at the Museum of Alabama.

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Test your smarts, skills and nerves and have a blast doing it while playing one of the problem-solving games at Escapology downtown.

MOMENTOUS MARKERS

Stand on the brass star showing the spot where Jefferson Davis was inaugurated President of the Confederate States of America on the capitol building’s marble steps.

JUSTICE FOR ALL THE LEGACY MUSEUM & NATIONAL MEMORIAL FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE

The Memorial, located on a six acre park, is a sacred space for reflection on racial terrorism in America, and the Museum, located close by, uses interactive media, sculpture, film, and exhibits to immerse and educate visitors.

TOTES GOATS

FLAVORS

Eat your fill of Southern-fried favorites and upscale culinary creations at Montgomery’s diverse restaurants.

GREAT OUTDOORS

Our mild weather means you can eat, drink and be merry alfresco at many of Montgomery’s restaurants and bars. Try Capitol Oyster Bar at the Marina, Pine Bar and The Tipping Point.

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WILD THINGS

RIVER RIDES

Get up close and personal with more than 700 animal species in natural habitat exhibits, as well as a skylift and a train ride, at The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum.

PARK PLACES

Beautiful goddess Hebe stands tall atop Court Street Fountain, where two separate towns joined to become Montgomery.

Roll on down the Alabama River aboard the city’s very own riverboat, The Harriott II.

Enjoy a cocktail outdoors at SandBAR, sitting on a bluff overlooking the Alabama River.

The capitol building sits on the summit of Goat Hill, formerly a place for goat herds to graze before it became the focal point of government in our state. Don’t miss the Goat Hill Gift Shop, packed with Alabama-made items.

Take a walk, fly a kite or just relax with a book at one of Montgomery’s multiple green spaces like Blount Cultural Park or Vaughn Road Park.

GREEK GODDESSES

ENTERTAINMENT ALFRESCO

Catch an outdoor concert or ballet by moonlight at the Riverfront Amphitheater.

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The authentic Jamaican at Island Delight is one of my favorites

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Sports Facilities

Get your game on here! Montgomery hits a home run when it comes to quality sports venues that range from nationally praised golf courses to brand new, state-of-the-art multi-sports facilities. Whatever you’re up to, the capital city is the perfect place to play.

Gateway Park Ball Fields

3800 Davenport Pkwy, 36105 J 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com A 180-acre park located off I-65. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 4 Fields, Concessions, Ample Seating, Lights and Parking

Lagoon Park Softball Complex

BASEBALL / SOFTBALL Barbara Williams Softball Complex

915 S Jackson St, 36104 J 334-229-5217 alasu.edu A new softball complex located on the campus of Alabama State University. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 1 Field, Ample Seating, Lights and Parking

Buddy Watson Park

1801 Taylor Rd, 36117 J 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com A 30-acre facility located off I-85 on Exit 9. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 7 Fields, Concessions, Ample Seating, Lights and Parking

Catoma Ball Fields

1780 Mitchell Young Rd, 36108 J 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com A 15-acre facility located in West Montgomery. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 4 Fields, Concessions, Ample Seating and Lights

Dean Fain Park

8700 Minnie Brown Rd, 36117 J 334-244-5741 funinmontgomery.com A 40-acre, four-field complex located just off of I-85. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 4 Fields, Concessions, Ample Seating, Lights and Parking

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2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109 J 334-271-7016 lagoonsoftball.com The premier softball complex complete with picnic areas, playground equipment, full concession area and souvenir shop. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 6 Fields, Concessions, Seating for 1,000 per field, Lighting and Parking

Paterson Field

1215 Madison Ave, 36107 D J 334-240-4200 funinmontgomery.com Local baseball field located in downtown Montgomery. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 1 Field, Seating for 7,000, Lights and Parking

Riverwalk Stadium

200 Coosa St, 36104 D J 334-323-2255 ext. 388 riverwalkcatering.com Historic Riverwalk Stadium, home of Montgomery’s very own AA baseball team, the Biscuits. A family-friendly atmosphere and scores of yummy food options (including, of course, biscuits with syrup) keep the stands full from April through September. Rental available Sept-April. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 1 Field, Seating for 7,000, Lights and Parking

Ron Nunn Complex-AUM

250 Brown Springs Rd, 36117 J 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com A 25-acre facility located behind Auburn Montgomery. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 10 Fields, Concessions, Ample Seating, Lighting and Parking

Thompson Park

1655 Ray Thorington Rd, Pike Road, 36064 J 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com Special needs facility. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 10 Fields, Concessions, Ample Seating, Special Needs Facility, Lights and Parking

Wheeler-Watkins Baseball Complex 915 S Jackson St, 36104 J 334-229-5230 alasu.edu A new baseball complex located on the campus of Alabama State University. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 1 Field, Seating for 500, Lights and Parking

BOWLING Bama Lanes

3020 Atlanta Hwy 36109 334-272-5423 bamalanes.com Admission: Varies Features: 30 Lanes, Concessions, Automated Scoreboard, Lockers, Pro Shop and Parking

Brunswick Zone

1661 Eastern Blvd, 36117 334-819-7171 bowlbrunswick.com Admission: Varies Features: 38 Lanes, Concessions, Billiard Tables, Automated Scoreboard, Lockers, Pro Shop and Parking

BASKETBALL Dunn-Oliver Acadome

1595 Robert C. Hatch Dr, 36101 J 334-229-4411 alasu.edu This multi-use facility is home to the Alabama State University Hornets’ Basketball and can also host entertainment activities, conference meetings and conventions and cultural events. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies; Call for a schedule Features: 1 Court, Seating of 7,400, Ample Parking

Multiplex at Cramton Bowl

220 Hall St, 36104 D J 334-261-1106 visitingmontgomery.com A brand new multi-purpose facility located in downtown Montgomery, adjacent to Camton Bowl. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies; Call for a schedule Features: Fixed seating 1100, Additional seating up to 5,000, Ample Parking

FOOTBALL Cramton Bowl

1022 Madison Ave, 36104 D J 334-261-1106 visitingmontgomery.com A newly renovated state-of-the-art football stadium located in downtown Montgomery, adjacent to the Multiplex. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: Concessions, Artificial Turf, Seating for 24,000+, Lockers and Parking

Hornets Stadium at Alabama State University

915 S Jackson St, 36104 J 334-229-4507 alasu.edu A brand new state-of-the-art football stadium located on the campus of Alabama State University. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: Concessions, Seating for 26,500, Locker Rooms, Lights and Parking

Multiplex at Cramton Bowl 220 Hall St, 36104 D J 334-261-1106

visitingmontgomery.com The River Region is quickly becoming known as the sports capital of Alabama and supporting this claim is the Multiplex, a brand-new 90,000 total square-foot indoor multi-purpose sports facility on the edge of downtown Montgomery. This new unique facility can accommodate 15 volleyball courts, six tennis courts, two soccer fields, 20 wrestling mats, and could host additional sporting events like horseshoe pitching tournaments, gymnastics, beach volleyball, basketball, cheerleading, boxing, weightlifting, ultimate frisbee and dance, along with baton and twirling clinics and sports camps.

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Experience MGM Robert Trent Jones Cambrian Ridge-Greenville

101 Sunbelt Pkwy, Greenville, 36037 334-382-9787 rtjgolf.com Golfers can mix and match using the four 9-hole championship courses to find their perfect 18. Admission: Daily Rates Vary Features: Concessions, Practice Range Course: 36 Hole, 3 Par 72 Can 3,746, Sher 3,681, Lob 3,551, Shor 1,640 Rating/Slope: W 67.7/115, E 69.1/113

GAMING/RACING Montgomery Motorsports Park

Cottonwood Golf Club

2600 N Belt Dr, 36110 334-260-9660 montgomeryracewaypark.com A Jim Howard Track and a member of the National Drag Racing Association. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by event Features: Concessions, Seating for 5,000, Parking Track Length: 1/4 mile

7160 Byron Nelson Blvd, 36116 J 334-281-3344 cottonwoodgolfclub.com This Byron Nelson designed, 18-hole championship course sports a challenging, but fair, layout. Admission: Daily Rates Vary; Membership available Features: Concessions, Practice Range Course: 18 Hole, Par 72, 5,956 yds Rating/Slope: 71/123

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Emerald Mountain Golf Club

480 Booth Rd, 36108 J 334-262-6101 montgomeryspeedway.org One of the finest racing facilities available in the Southeast, hosting several National Racing Series. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by event Features: Concessions, Seating for 2,000, Parking Track Length: 1/2 mile

254 Mountain View Dr, Wetumpka, 36093 334-514-8082 emeraldmountaingolfclub.com Emerald Mountain has two different styles of 9-hole championship courses perfect for all skill levels. Membership available Features: Concessions, Practice Range Course: 18 Hole, Par 72, 7,023 yds Rating/Slope: 73.5/133

Wind Creek Montgomery

3800 Davenport Pkwy, 36105 J 334-284-7920 playmontgomerygolf.com Gateway Park has a 9-hole 2,931-yard, par 72 executive course with par 3 and 4, a state-of-the-art clubhouse and scenic views. Admission: Daily Rates Vary Features: Concessions, Practice Range Course: 9 Hole, Par 72, 2,931 yds Rating/Slope: 63.5/103

1801 Eddie L. Tullis Rd, 36117 J 866-946-3360 windcreekmontgomery.com This 46,000-square-foot casino overlooks Alabama’s scenic Tallapoosa River. Hours: Open Daily 24 Hours Admission: Free Features: Concessions, Players Club, Ticket In-Ticket Out, ATM Machine, Check Cashing and Free Parking

Wind Creek Wetumpka

100 River Oaks Dr, Wetumpka, 36092 866-946-3360 windcreekwetumpka.com 85,000-square-foot full featured casino Hours: Open Daily 24 Hours Admission: Free Features: Concessions, Players Club, ATM Machines and Check Cashing

GOLF Aroostook Golf Course

1501 Dozier Rd, 36117 334-260-4900 aroostookgolfcourse.com This complex is one of Alabama’s most popular courses, featuring generous landing areas and Bermuda greens. Course: 18 Hole, Par 72, 6,594 yds 8 UPCOMING EVENTS VISITINGMONTGOMERY.COM

Robert Trent Jones - Capital Hill

2600 Constitution Ave, Prattville, 36066 J 334-285-1114 rtjgolf.com As the closest Robert Trent Jones golf course to the capital city, Capitol Hill boasts three 18-hole Championship courses, appropriately named The Senator, The Legislator and The Judge. Each is unique. The Senator offers a traditional, Scottish-style layout; The Legislator lets you play among the southern pines; and The Judge offers unrivaled natural beauty, with 12 of its holes bordering the Alabama River. Capitol Hill proudly hosts the Yokohama Tire LPGA Classic each fall. Admission: Daily Rates Vary Features: Concessions, Practice Range Course: 54 Hole, 3 Par 72, Sen 7697, Judge 7794, Leg 7417 yds Rating/Slope: Sen 76.6/131, Judge 77.8/144,, Leg 74.1/126

Gateway Park Golf Course

Lagoon Park Golf Course

2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109 J 334-240-4050 playmontgomerygolf.com This course is a beautifully manicured, par-72 championship layout. It was ranked a “Top 50 Public Course in the United States” by Golf Digest. Admission: Daily Rates Vary Features: Concessions, Practice Range Course: 18 Hole, Par 72, 6,800 yds Rating/Slope: 71.1/124

Montgomery Indoor Shooting Complex

5765 Carmichael Pkwy, 36117 334-657-7878 montgomeryindoorshooting.com This new indoor shooting and archery complex offers ten lanes of pistol ranges with automatic target retrievers and a retail area with firearm rentals. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies Features: 10 Lanes, Rentals Available

MULTI-PURPOSE Dunn-Oliver Acadome

1595 Robert C Hatch Dr, 36101 J 334-229-4411 alasu.edu Located on the campus of Alabama State University, this multi-use facility can host entertainment activities, conference meetings, conventions and cultural events. Concessions available. Call for schedule. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 1 Court, Seating for 7,400, Ample Parking

Lockhart Gymnasium

915 S Jackson St, 36104 J 334-229-4507 alasu.edu Located on the campus of Alabama State University, this facility houses a full sized basketball court. Admission varies by game. Call for schedule. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 1 Court, Seating for 500

Garrett Coliseum

Robert Trent Jones-Grand National-Opelika

3000 Robert Trent Jones Tr, Opelika, 36801 334-749-9042 rtjgolf.com With two 18-hole championship courses, Grand National is a favorite. Admission: Daily Rates Vary Features: Concessions, Practice Range Course: 54 Hole, Par 72 Lak 7,149, Lin 7,316, Sho 3,328 Rating/Slope: W 67.7/115, E 69.1/113

GUN RANGE / ARCHERY Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club

4758 Lower Wetumpka Rd, 36110 334-420-3371 lwscc.com This complex offers two sporting clays courses. a covered five-stand, wobble trap, skeet field, archery and continental pheasant hunts. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies

1555 Federal Dr, 36107 334-356-6866 thegarrettcoliseum.com An ideal entertainment facility for rodeos, concerts, social events, expositions, trade shows, sports events, horse and cattle shows and sales and the circus. Concessions available. Admission varies. Call for schedule. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies Features: Concessions; Seats 10,520 Coliseum: 31,000 sq. ft. Ed Teague Arena: 7,800 sq. ft. Homer Lewis Building: 10,500 sq. ft. Exhibit Building: 14,400 sq. ft. W. O Crawford Arena: 26,243 sq. ft. Livestock Barn: 14,400 sq. ft. Dairy Barn: 14,400 sq. ft. Features: Milk Parlor Horse Barns: 22 Horse Barns w/30 stalls per barn

Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex 300 Brown Springs Rd, 36117 J 334-261-1106 visitingmontgomery.com Interest and participation in soccer are growing by leaps and bounds in the United States. Adding to the list of top-notch facilities for the sport is Montgomery’s new, state-of-the-art Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex. The Complex features stadium seating for 4,000, two lighted championship stadium soccer fields, eight lighted regulation soccer fields and an indoor practice facility.

Montgomery Convention Center

201 Tallapoosa St, 36104 D J 334-261-1100 visitingmontgomery.com Connected to the Renaissance Hotel, the Convention Center has over 73,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space that can be divided into three sections along with 40,000 square feet of pre-function space.

Multiplex at Cramton Bowl

220 Hall St, 36104 D J 334-625-3480 visitingmontgomery.com A brand new multi-purpose facility located in downtown Montgomery, adjacent to Cramton Bowl. Concessions available. Admission varies by game. Call for schedule. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: 90,000 total square feet, Fixed seating 1,100, Additional seating up to 5,000, ample parking

SKATE PARK Montgomery Skate Park

2390 Cong. W.L. Dickinson Dr, 36109 J 334-265-2300 Features a 5-foot mini ramp. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies

SOCCER Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex

300 Brown Springs Rd, 36117 J 334-271-4343 visitingmontgomery.com This new state-of-the-art soccer complex features two lighted championship stadium soccer fields, along with eight lighted regulation fields and an indoor practice facility. Call for schedule. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies by Game Features: Concessions, 10 total fields: 2 championship and 8 regulation, Seating for 4,000, Lights and Parking

SWIMMING Norman Walton Aquatic Center

915 S Jackson St, 36104 J 334-229-4507 alasu.edu This aquatic center features an Olympic-length indoor pool and is located on the campus of Alabama State University. Call for schedule. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies Features: 1 Olympic size indoor pool, Seating for 80

TENNIS Lagoon Park Tennis Center

2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109 J 334-240-4051 funinmontgomery.com Located in the heart of Lagoon Park, this facility offers lit courts, a proshop and a restaurant. Concessions available. Court fee. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies Features: 17 Courts, Concessions, Seating for 2500, Lights and Parking Surface: Laykold

O’Connor Tennis Center

500 Anderson St, 36107 J 334-240-4884 funinmontgomery.com Public courts located close to Alabama State University. Court fee. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies Features: 12 Courts, Concessions, Ample Seating, Lights and Parking Surface: Laykold

Olean Black Underwood Tennis Center

915 S Jackson St, 36104 J 334-229-4507 alasu.edu Located on the campus of Alabama State University, this facility offers twelve lighted courts with tournament capabilities. Call for schedule. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies Features: 12 lighted courts, Ample Seating

TRACK AND FIELD Track at Hornet Stadium

915 S Jackson St, 36104 J 334-229-4507 alasu.edu A track field located on the practice football field of Alabama State University. Call for schedule. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies

TRAMPOLINE PARK Launch Trampoline Park

891 Boardroom Dr, Prattville, 36066 J 334-568-2041 launchprattville.com Launch Trampoline Park is a 35,000 sq. ft. indoor sports and family entertainment facility, with over 16,000 sq. feet of connected trampolines forming one GIANT jumping surface and angled trampoline walls to bounce off of. Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies

Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park

5544 Atlanta Hwy, 36117 J 334-239-2587 rockinjump.com/montgomery Rockin’ Jump is the Ultimate Trampoline park providing fun for kids (and adults) of all ages. We offer fitness and competition disguised as FUN! Hours: Schedule Varies Admission: Varies

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Easy Streets Navigating through MGM is easy and since it meets where I-65 and I-85 interchange, it’s also easily accessible. Most of downtown is within a one-mile walk, so you don’t even need a car to visit most of MGM’s historical attractions or grab a bite from one of our unique restaurants.

Travel By Bike

Walk Downtown

Thanks to the Civil Heritage Trail and the Montgomery Bike Club, there are bike racks set up all through downtown, so it’s easy to pop in and out of attractions, restaurants and venues. No bike, no problem. You can rent a Regions bike from the Visitor Center and all the bike essentials are included in the rental. visitingmontgomery.com 334-262-0013

Since most of the downtown attractions are within a one mile radius, it’s easy to grab a map and hit the street. Plus, there are plenty of cool restaurants, art murals, historic markers and unique shopping venues to keep you busy along the way.

Catch a Tour Capital City Carriage

Looking for a really cool and intimate way to see MGM at night? Stroll through the streets of downtown Montgomery on a horse drawn carriage and see the city in a whole new light. D capitalcitycarriage.com 334-221-2336

More Than Tours

See the city and explore MGM’s rich history, whether it’s on the More Than Tours Bus or by way of the More Than Tours Electric Car, you are sure to soak up some rich history and learn a new interesting fact or two. D J morethantours.us 334-296-3024

Segway Montgomery

Roll along downtown on a guided Segway tour, and explore Montgomery's historic sites as well as the new entertainment and dining venues, without actually taking a step. D J segwaymontgomery.com 334-201-7012

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Travel by Car

Are you in town on business or don’t want to worry with finding a close parking spot? Uber and Lyft make it easy, and since it only takes about 20 minutes to get from one side of the city to the next, it’s also very affordable.

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Montgomery Area Visitor Center Alabama Artist Gallery Alabama Cattlemen’s Association MOOseum Alabama Judicial Building Alabama State Capitol Civil Rights Memorial & Center Court Square Fountain Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church Dexter Parsonage Museum

9. Escapology 10. First Baptist Church 11. First White House of the Confederacy 12. Freedom Rides Museum Kress on Dexter 13. 14. The Legacy Museum 15. Hank Williams Museum 16. Hank Williams Statue 17. Montgomery Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium 18. Montgomery Performing Arts Centre 19. More Than Tours Museum of Alabama 20. 21. National Memorial for Peace & Justice 22. Old Alabama Town

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Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center 201 Tallapoosa St Montgomery, AL 36104 DJ 334-481-5000 renaissancemontgomery.com

The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa and the adjacent Convention Center have brought much more to downtown Montgomery than an impressive new shadow on the skyline. Contemporary styling married with classic Southern hospitality combined with the hotel’s long list of amenities. With 342 rooms, ample and flexible meeting spaces, a European spa, a restaurant, fitness center and more all in one place, this AAA Four Diamond property is quickly becoming the premier destination for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel offers a 14,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom on the main level and provides additional meeting space with 18 breakout rooms that total 14,000 square feet, and the Convention Center has over 73,000 square feet of state-ofthe-art meeting space.

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Stay Embassy Suites Hotel and Montgomery Conference Center 300 Tallapoosa St Montgomery, AL 36104 DJ 334-269-5055 embassysuitesmontgomery.com

Located in downtown Montgomery, Embassy Suites Hotel and Montgomery Conference Center combines an upscale, full-service, all-suite hotel with stellar service and a diverse array of amenities. It is right next to the Montgomery Area Visitor Center and the Montgomery Convention Center. Only nine miles from the Montgomery Regional Airport, Embassy Suites offers complimentary airport shuttles. Embassy Suites has 15,000 square feet of meeting space including a ballroom and breakout rooms. Celebrate a special event or meeting for up to 1,000 guests in one of the hotel’s versatile meeting spaces. Embassy Suites also offers a fully equipped BusinessLink™ business center. Enjoy all the additional amenities including 2-room suites, free cook-to-order breakfast, and a complimentary evening reception.

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120 Madison Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104 DJ 334-245-2320 doubletree3.hilton.com Located in Downtown Montgomery, this hotel puts you in easy reach of the city’s top government offices and businesses, and is only steps away from the Montgomery Convention Center. Surrounded by important historical sites, as well as great shopping and dining options, this hotel is the perfect choice whether you are traveling on business, vacation or a combination of the two. With 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space, and two casual dining options, this Montgomery hotel is the ideal choice for your next business function, conference or celebration.

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This Montgomery hotel is conveniently located off I-65 and only minutes away from the Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM). This full-service hotel, on the south side of historic Montgomery, has the amenities to ensure your satisfaction. Families and business travelers alike will enjoy dining in Magnolia’s Grill & Bar or the convenience of in-room dining. This hotel also offers a free airport shuttle.

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Wind Creek Montgomery

1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd, Montgomery, AL 36117 J 334-866-946-3360 windcreekmontgomery.com At Wind Creek Montgomery, the excitement begins when you step through the doors of our 65,000-square-foot gaming floor. With over 2,200 thrilling games to choose from, odds are you’ll find a favorite right away. To enhance your gaming experience, we invite you to join THE CLUB, offering discounts and points every time you play. But most of all, we invite you to come find your winning moment. The property also features a nonsmoking room with more than 150 games, salon service, and a variety of restaurants: B. B. King’s Blues Club, Lucille’s and Itta Bena, a fine dining restaurant.

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Candlewood Suites 9151 Boyd Cooper Pkwy | 277-0677 J

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Capital Inn & Suites 743 Madison Ave | 269-1561 D

Comfort Inn, Carmichael 5035 Carmichael Rd | 396-6300 J

Comfort Inn & Suites, Mitylene 10015 Chantilly Pkwy | 532-4444 J

Comfort Inn, West Blvd 1035 W South Blvd | 281-5090

Comfort Suites 5918 Monticello Dr | 387-2585 J

Comfort Suites, Airport South 110 Folmar Pkwy | 676-2576 J

Country Inn & Suites 5155 Carmichael Rd | 270-3223 J

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Country Inn & Suites, Mitylene 10095 Chantilly Pkwy | 277-4142

Courtyard by Marriott 5555 Carmichael Rd | 272-5533 J

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Days Inn 4470 Northchase Blvd | 396-3060

Days Inn 1185 Eastern Blvd | 356-3335 J

Days Inn, Troy Hwy 4180 Troy Hwy | 284-9944

DoubleTree Hotel 120 Madison Ave | 245-2320 D J

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Drury Inn & Suites 1124 Eastern Blvd | 273-1101 J

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Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center 300 Tallapoosa St | 269-5055 D J

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Extended Stay America 5115 Carmichael Rd | 273-0075

Extended Stay America 2491 Eastern Blvd | 279-1204

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Extended Stay Studios 2750 Chestnut St | 834-4055

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 8970 EastChase Pkwy | 260-8650 J

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, Airport South 7560 Mobile Hwy | 281-6882 J

Hampton Inn & Suites, Downtown 100 Commerce St | 265-1010 D J

Hampton Inn, Airport South 60 Wasden Rd | 280-9592 J

Hampton Inn & Suites, EastChase 7651 EastChase Pkwy | 277-1818 J

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Hillcrest Manor Bed & Breakfast 1632 S Court St | 264-8253

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Home Inn & Suites 5709 Express Dr | 387-3016 J

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Motel 6, Hope Hull 7760 Slade Plaza Blvd | 280-1866 J

Quality Inn 1401 Eastern Blvd | 277-1656

Quality Inn 4480 Northchase Blvd | 270-0099

Quality Inn, Hope Hull 7731 Slade Plaza Blvd | 280-0306 J

The Quality Roof Inn 5601 Carmichael Rd | 270-0007

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Sleep Inn & Suites, Carmichael 5005 Carmichael Rd | 387-1004 J

Sleep Inn & Suites, Chantilly 10150 Chantilly Pkwy | 356-5400

Sonesta ES Suites Montgomery 1200 Hilmar Ct | 270-3300 J

Staybridge Suites, Downtown Opening Fall 2018

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Super 8 5175 Carmichael Rd | 277-1919

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Sure Stay Hotel by Best Western 1280 Eastern Blvd | 271-1620

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Towne Place Suites, EastChase 2845 EastChase Lane | 239-7110 J

University Inn 545 S Morris Ave, Gunter | 270-4000

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University Inn 450 N Lemay Plz, Maxwell | 953-3931

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Wind Creek Montgomery 1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd | 866-946-3360 J

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Wingate by Wyndham 2060 Eastern Blvd | 244-7880 J

The Woods RV Park & Campground 4350 Sassafras Ct | 356-1887

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Holiday Inn Express 203 Legends Ct, Prattville, 36066 | 290-2970

Home 2 Suites Prattville 2505 Legends Dr, Prattville, 36066 | 551-2900

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Dive into the city’s emerging culinary scene at one of MGM's fine upscale dining establishments helmed by award-winning chefs. Try Central, TASTE or La Jolla.

Chill and chat with a cold Alabama craft beer in the cozy, friendly atmospheres at

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Shop the Montgomery Curb Market to find right-off-thefarm produce, flowers and yummy homemade cakes, cookies and other treats.

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is reinventing barbecue with daily specials like pork fried rice, tacos and quesadillas.

Toast your time here with a glass of Montgomery-made beer, Railyard Brewing Co., served at Dreamland BBQ. Be sure to join the Mug Club to earn free beer! Don’t leave without eating some Southern essentials like fried chicken and collard greens washed down with syrupy sweet tea at meat-n-three joints like Martin’s, Martha’s Place, Davis Café or Mrs. B’s.

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International flavor, meet your Southern cousin. Montgomery’s food scene is diverse and delicious with distinctly Southern highlights. Many restaurants source from local farms and gardens. Hardcore foodies, comfort food connoisseurs and everyone in between will celebrate with a spectacular array of choices. Montgomery is a place where everyone brings something to the table, from trusted old favorites to exciting new ventures.

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ASIAN & INDIAN Ala Thai East n 6663 Atlanta Hwy 334-271-3141 Lunch $ Dinner $

Hibachi Sushi & Supreme Buffet n 181D Eastern Blvd 334-260-6111 Lunch $ Dinner $

Lek’s Railroad Thai at Union Station n 300 Water St D J 334-269-0708 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$

Asia Bistro & Seafood n 7839 Vaughn Rd 334-213-3628 Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $ asiabistromontgomery.com

India Palace n 2801 Vaughn Plaza Rd, Suite E 334-245-9340 Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $ $ indiapalacemgm.com

Bayleaf Indian Cuisine n 8868 Minnie Brown Rd 334-356-1814 Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $

Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse n 7834 Vaughn Rd 334-273-8885 Lunch $ Dinner $ kabukimontgomery.com

Masa Express n 2217 E South Blvd 334-590-1878 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ masaexpressmontgomery.com

Chin Chin n 3349 Malcolm Dr 334-394-9998 Lunch $ Dinner $ montgomerychinchin.com

King Buffet n 2727 Bell Rd 334-273-8883 Lunch $ Dinner $

Midori n 5824 Woodmere Blvd 334-593-1754 Lunch $ Dinner $

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse n 7760 EastChase Pkwy 334-694-7700 Lunch $ Dinner $

Ming’s Garden n 1741 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8188 Lunch $ Dinner $ mingsgardenmontgomery.com

East China n 8153 Vaughn Rd 334-279-1779 Lunch $ Dinner $ montgomeryeastchina.com Ginza n 2070 Eastern Blvd J 334-593-0043 Lunch $ Dinner $$ ginzamontgomery.com Green Papaya n 409 Coliseum Blvd 334-395-7654 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ greenpapayacuisine.com

Korean Garden n 2801 Vaughn Plaza Rd 334-277-5685 Lunch $ Dinner $ Kung Food Panda n 2787 Eastern Blvd 334-375-0123 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

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Lek’s Taste of Thailand n 5421 Atlanta HwyJ 334-244-8994 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$

Miyako Japanese Steak & Sushi Bar n 8173 Vaughn Rd 334-215-2275 Dinner $$ miyakojapaneserestaurant.net Mr. Chen’s n 5461 Atlanta Hwy 334-260-9558 Lunch $ Dinner $

Noodles Cafe n 8123 Vaughn Rd 334-517-1179 Lunch $ Dinner $ Osaka Sushi Bar n 8860 Minnie Brown Rd 334-239-8205 Lunch $ Dinner $ $ osakaal.com Saigon Bistro n 1060 Eastern Blvd 334-279-5921 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ Satsuki n 6534 Atlanta Hwy 334-239-7450 Lunch $ Dinner $ Shilla Korean Restaurant n 5215 Carmichael Rd 334-396-8007 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ shillakoreanrestaurant.com Street Café n 2777 Eastern Blvd 334-396-2232 Lunch $ Dinner $ Sushi Café n 3004 Zelda Rd 334-819-7060 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ montgomerysushicafe.com

Top China n 9160 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1668 Lunch $ Dinner $ topchina.150m.com

Full Moon BBQ n 7660 EastChase Pkwy J 334-676-5999 Lunch $ Dinner $ fullmoonbbq.com

Wasabi Japanese Cuisine n 117 Coosa St D 334-517-1555 Lunch $ Dinner $$

Jim N Nick’s Bar-B-Q n 6415 Atlanta Hwy J 334-213-0046 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ jimnnicks.com

Willow Tree Sushi Hibachi & BBQ n 2690 Eastern Blvd 334-271-9600 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

K&J Rib Shack n 4255 S Court St 334-356-1368 Lunch $ Dinner $ Moe’s Original Bar B Que n 1051 E Fairview Ave J 334-676-1978 Lunch $ Dinner $ moesoriginalbbq.com

Yokohama n 2767 Bell Rd 334-517-1891 Lunch $ Dinner $ BARBECUE

Sam’s Bar-B-Que n 3510 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-0008 Closed: Sun & Mon Lunch $

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Shane’s Rib Shack n 3984 Atlanta Hwy 334-593-6539 Lunch $ Dinner $ shanesribshack.com CAFE Cafe Louisa n 503 Cloverdale Rd 334-356-1212 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ cafelouisa.com

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Taste Cafe M n One Museum Dr J 334-240-4338 Closed: Sun–Mon Lunch $ mmfa.org

B.B. King’s Blues Club & Restaurant n 1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd J 334-514-5247 Lunch $ Dinner $$ windcreekmontgomery.com

Gazebo Tea Room n 414 Perry Hill Rd 334-277-1839 Closed: Sun & Mon Lunch $$

Capital Stockyard Café n 1464 Furnace St 334-265-6033 Breakfast $ Lunch $

Prevail Union n 39 Dexter Ave, Suite 102 D J 334-416-8399 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ prevailunionmgm.com Shashy’s Fine Foods n 1700 Mulberry St J 334-263-7341 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ shashysbakery.com Trojan Cafe n 231 Montgomery St D J 334-241-9510 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ Vintage Cafe n 416 Cloverdale Rd 334-356-1944 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ vintagecafemgm.com CASUAL DINING 5 Points Deli & Grill n 1010 E Fairview Ave Opening Fall 2018 334-354-5309 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ Alloz Grill n 100 Dexter Ave D Opening Fall 2018 Lunch $ Dinner $ allozgrill.com Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar n 3001 Carter Hill Rd 334-264-9064 Lunch $ Dinner $ applebees.com Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar n 3195 Taylor Rd 334-274-0009 Lunch $ Dinner $ applebees.com Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar n 6601 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-0500 Lunch $ Dinner $ applebees.com

Chappy’s Deli n 1611 Perry Hill Rd J 334-279-7477 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ chappysdeli.com Chappy’s Deli n 2055 E South Blvd J 334-286-9200 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ chappysdeli.com Chappy’s Deli n 8141 Vaughn Rd J 334-279-1226 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ chappysdeli.com Chili’s n 7355 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1973 Lunch $ Dinner $ chilis.com The Cork & Cleaver n 2960 Zelda Rd J 334-676-2260 Lunch $ Dinner $ Courthouse Cafe n 100 S Lawrence St D 334-832-1684 Closed: Sat-Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ D’ Road Downtown n 121 Montgomery St D 334-328-2938 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ droadcafe.com El Paso Chili Company n 539 N Eastern Blvd 334-244-0118 Closed: Sun Lunch $ The Exchange at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel n 201 Tallapoosa St D J 334-481-5165 Dinner $$ houserestaurantmontgomery.com First Watch n 2920 Zelda Road 334-277-0802 Breakfast $ Lunch $ firstwatch.com Golden Corral n 1480 Eastern Blvd 334-532-0020 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ goldencorralmontgomery.com

GTSouth Geek & Gaming Tavern n 4017 Eastern Blvd 334-356-5298 Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $ gtsouth.com H20 Cafe n 61 Bridge St 334-356-1313 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ h20cafemarket.com High Five Poke n 2938 Carter Hill Rd 334-356-2583 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$ highfivepoke.com Island Delight Caribbean n 323 Air Base Blvd 334-264-0041 Closed: Sat–Sun Lunch $ Island Delight Caribbean n 36 Dexter Ave #104 D J 334-356-5641 Lunch $ Dinner $$ Jan’s Beach House Grill n 850 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8300 Lunch $ Dinner $ Closed: Sun jansbeachhousegrill.com Magnolia’s Grill & Bar n 96 Folmar Pkwy J 334-288-3858 Dinner $$ Montgomery Cafe at Embassy Suites n 300 Tallapoosa St D J 334-269-5055 Lunch $ Dinner $$ embassysuitesmontgomery.com One 2 Zero n 120 Madison Ave D J 334-245-2320 Breakfast $$ Lunch $$ Dinner $$ Red Robin Gourmet Burgers n 7005 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1078 Lunch $ Dinner $ redrobin.com Ruby Tuesday n 6970 EastChase Loop 334-215-2285 Lunch $ Dinner $ rubytuesday.com Runway 28 n 4445 Selma Hwy J 334-593-8822 Lunch $ Dinner $ Savanna Cafe n 175 Lee St D 334-416-8838 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

Sinclair’s n 7847 Vaughn Rd J 334-271-7654 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ sinclairsrestaurants.com

City Grill n 5251 Hampstead High St J 334-244-0960 Closed: Sun–Mon Dinner $$$

Sommer’s Place n 7972 Vaughn Rd 334-279-5401 Lunch $ Dinner $$ sommersplace.com

The House Restaurant at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel n 201 Tallapoosa St D J 334-481-5166 Breakfast $$ Lunch $$ Dinner $$ houserestaurantmontgomery.com

Southern Comfort Restaurant n 210 Wasden Rd 334-280-0012 Lunch $ Dinner $$ Stockyard Grill n 4500 Mobile Hwy 334-288-2575 Closed: Sat–Sun Lunch $ SweetCreek Farm Market n 85 Meriwether Rd 334-280-3276 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ sweetcreekfarmmarket.com The Tipping Point n 5015 Hampstead High St J 334-260-9110 Closed: Sun-Mon Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ tippingpointhampstead.com Urban Cookhouse n 7712 EastChase Pkwy 334-239-7801 Lunch $ Dinner $ urbancookhouse.com Vicki’s Lunch Van n 2520 Fairground Rd 334-409-9839 Closed: Sat & Sun Lunch $ Waffle House n 301 Madison Ave D 334-293-9939 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ wafflehouse.com Wingstop n 6518 Atlanta Hwy 334-647-3406 Lunch $ Dinner $ Wishbone Cafe n 7028 Atlanta Hwy J 334-244-7270 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ wishbonecafe.weebly.com FINE UPSCALE DINING Bonefish Grill n 7020 EastChase Pkwy J 334-396-1770 Lunch $$ Dinner $$$ bonefishgrill.com Central n 129 Coosa St D J 334-517-1155 Closed: Sun Lunch $$ Dinner $$$ central129coosa.com

Itta Bena n 1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd J 334-514-5129 Closed: Mon-Tues Dinner $$ creekcasinomontgomery.com La Jolla Restaurant & Bar n 8147 Vaughn Rd J 334-356-2600 Closed: Sun Dinner $$ lajollamontgomery.com Taste n 5251 Hampstead High St Unit #100 J 334-676-4333 Dinner $$ tastemgm.com Vintage Year n 405 Cloverdale Rd J 334-819-7215 Closed: Mon Sun: Brunch Dinner $$$ vymgm.com GREEK Mr. Gus’ n 6268 Atlanta Hwy 334-356-4662 Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $ Dinner $$ NYC Gyros n 15 Commerce St D 334-416-8161 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ nycgyrosmontgomery.com NYC Gyros n 1403 Maxwell Blvd 334-649-1786 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ nycgyrosmontgomery.com Taziki’s Mediterranean Café n 2560 Berryhill Rd, Suite A J 334-409-3085 Lunch $ Dinner $ tazikiscafe.com Zoe’s Kitchen n 7218 EastChase Pkwy J 334-270-9115 Lunch $ Dinner $ zoeskitchen.com Zoe’s Kitchen n 2960C Zelda Rd J 334-395-4698 Lunch $ Dinner $ zoeskitchen.com

ITALIAN Bibb Street Pizza Company n 424 Bibb St D J 334-593-7080 Lunch $ Dinner $ bibbstreetpizzaco.com CiCi’s Pizza n 981 Ann St J 334-386-3086 Lunch $ Dinner $ cicispizza.com Corsino’s Italian Restaurant n 911 S Court St 334-263-9752 Closed: Sat–Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$ Dominos Pizza n 5338 Atlanta Hwy 334-271-6401 Lunch $ Dinner $ dominos.com Fazoli’s n 7123 EastChase Pkwy 334-239-9109 Lunch $ Dinner $ fazolis.com Folcarelli's Pizza n 8125 Decker Ln J 334-244-9496 Lunch $ Dinner $ Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs n 113 N Burbank Dr J 334-272-2999 Lunch $ Dinner $ hungryhowies.com Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs n 1712 Carter Hill Rd J 334-262-8988 Lunch $ Dinner $ hungryhowies.com Marco’s Pizza n 3171 Taylor Rd 334-356-6000 Lunch $ Dinner $ marcos.com Marco’s Pizza n 5411 Atlanta Hwy 334-356-4422 Lunch $ Dinner $ marcos.com Marco’s Pizza n 1623 Perry Hill Rd 334-356-8680 Lunch $ Dinner $ marcos.com Mellow Mushroom n 79 Commerce St D 334-239-3688 Lunch $ Dinner $$ mellowmushroom.com Mellow Mushroom n 7915 Vaughn Rd 334-213-6443 Lunch $ Dinner $$ mellowmushroom.com

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Taste of Montgomery Midtown Pizza Kitchen n 2940 Zelda Rd 334-395-0080 Lunch $ Dinner $$ mpkmontgomary.com

Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant n 6132 Atlanta Hwy J 334-272-5232 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

Olive Garden n 2700 Eastern Blvd 334-260-9220 Lunch $ Dinner $ olivegarden.com

Jalapenos Restaurant n 8157 Vaughn Rd 334-277-2840 Lunch $ Dinner $

Pieology n 1470 Taylor Rd J 334-694-9060 Lunch $ Dinner $$ pieology.com

Jalapenos In The Alley n 130 Commerce St D 334-262-4939 Lunch $ Dinner $

Pies and Pints n 7310 EastChase Pkwy 334-694-9161 Lunch $ Dinner $$ piesandpints.net Pizza Perfect n 428 Coliseum Blvd 334-244-7721 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ Sa Za Serious Italian n 130 Commerce St D J 334-495-7292 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ sazapizza.com Tomatinos n 503 Cloverdale Rd 334-264-4241 Lunch $ Dinner $$ tomatinos.com MEXICAN Chipotle n 2560 Berryhill Rd 334-450-2888 Lunch $ Dinner $ chipotle.com Cucos Mexican Cafe n 11123 Chantilly Pkwy 334-271-3528 Lunch $ Dinner $ cucosmexicancafe.com Cucos Downtown n 72 Dexter Ave D J 334-832-0081 Lunch $ Dinner $ cucosmexicancafe.com El Jalisco n 5471 Atlanta Hwy 334-409-2078 Lunch $ Dinner $ El Rey Burrito Lounge n 1031 E Fairview Ave 334-832-9688 Closed: Sun Dinner $$ burritolounge.com Ixtapa Bar & Grill n 7157 EastChase Pkwy J 334-277-7600 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ ixtapaEastChase.com

La Costa n 2195 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8339 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ La Zona Rosa n 2838 Zelda Rd 334-274-1153 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ zonarosa.net Little Donkey n 7720 EastChase Pkwy 334-625-1949 Lunch $ Dinner $ Los Cabos Cantina n 1801 Eastern Blvd 334-277-7571 Lunch $ Dinner $ Moe’s Southwest Grill n 2900 Zelda Rd 334-273-9198 Lunch $ Dinner $ moes.com Moe’s Southwest Grill n 7028 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-3333 Lunch $ Dinner $ moes.com

QUICK BITES American Deli n 109 N Burbank Dr 334-676-2328 Lunch $ Dinner $ americandeli.com American Deli n 971 Ann St 334-262-6122 Lunch $ Dinner $ americandeli.com American Deli n 3535 Day St 334-676-4033 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ americandeli.com American Deli n 3891A Eastern Blvd 334-244-2499 Lunch $ Dinner $ americandeli.com American Deli n 4015 Norman Bridge Rd 334-676-3003 Lunch $ Dinner $ americandeli.com American Deli n 7810 Vaughn Rd 334-649-4434 Lunch $ Dinner $ americandeli.com Arby’s n 5759 Atlanta Hwy J 334-277-6379 Lunch $ Dinner $ arbys.com Brins Wings n 3133 Bell Rd 334-244-9464 Lunch $ Dinner $

Salsarita’s n 8015 Vaughn Rd J 334-356-5430 Lunch $ Dinner $ salsaritas.com

Burger King n 601 Madison Ave D J 334-263-9973 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ bk.com

San Marcos Mexican Restaurant n 61 N Burbank Dr 334-603-0299 Lunch $ Dinner $

Burger King n 1621 Carter Hill Rd J 334-265-7944 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ bk.com

San Marcos Mexican Restaurant n 9593 Vaughn Rd J 334-669-0411 Lunch $ Dinner $

Burger King n 5525 Carmichael Rd J 334-279-9103 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ bk.com

Sol Restaurant Mexican & Taqueria n 3962 Atlanta Hwy J 334-593-8250 Lunch $ Dinner $

Chicken Salad Chick n 3070 Zelda Rd J 334-517-1378 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ chickensaladchick.com

Tipico De Mexico n 3441 Malcolm Dr 334-356-0489 Lunch $ Dinner $

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Chicken Salad Chick n 7924 Vaughn Rd J 334-649-4828 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ chickensaladchick.com Chick-Fil-A n 6921 EastChase Loop J 334-271-1095 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ chick-fil-a.com Chick-Fil-A n 201 Monroe St, Suite 162 D J 334-293-4773 Closed: Sat-Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ chick-fil-a.com Chris’ Hotdogs n 138 Dexter Ave D J 334-265-6850 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ chrishotdogs.com Firehouse Subs n 6661 Atlanta Hwy 334-213-2450 Lunch $ Dinner $ firehousesubs.com Firehouse Subs n 2890 Zelda Rd 334-277-6614 Lunch $ Dinner $ firehousesubs.com Fire Meats Wood n 300 Madison Ave D 334-440-6059 Closed: Sat-Mon Lunch $ firemeatswood.com Five Guys Burgers & Fries n 3078 Zelda Rd 334-356-3483 Lunch $ Dinner $ fiveguys.com Five Guys Burgers & Fries n 7220 EastChase Pkwy 334-239-7220 Lunch $ Dinner $ fiveguys.com Hamburger King n 547 S Decatur St D 334-262-1798 Closed: Sat–Sun Lunch $ Honey Baked Ham n 2816 E South Blvd J 334-284-9100 Lunch $ honeybakedham.com Jason’s Deli n 1520 Eastern Blvd 334-409-9890 Lunch $ Dinner $ jasonsdeli.com

Jimmy John’s n 1756 Carter Hill Rd J 334-356-7744 Lunch $ Dinner $ jimmyjohns.com

Schlotzsky’s Deli n 5055 Carmichael Rd 334-409-9993 Lunch $ Dinner $ schlotzskys.com

Jimmy John’s n 130 Commerce St D J 334-676-3803 Lunch $ Dinner $ jimmyjohns.com Joe’s Again n 654 W Fairview Ave 334-265-1462 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

Scott Street Deli n 412 Scott St D J 334-264-9415 Closed: Sat-Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ scottstreetdeli.com

Love’s Subway n 2501 Bell Rd, Suite 3 J 334-356-7827 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ subway.com Love’s Travel Stop n 1127 Tyson Rd J 334-280-0009 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ loves.com Lucille’s Eatery n 1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd J 334-273-9003 Open 24 Hours Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ windcreekmontgomery.com

Steak Out n 2930 Carter Hill Rd 334-269-1800 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ wedeliversteaks.com Tenda Chick n 5951 Atlanta Hwy 334-260-8547 Lunch $ Dinner $ That’s My Dog and Cupcakes Too n 232 W Jeff Davis Ave 334-356-3040 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ That’s My Dog @ Ric & Mo’s n 3150 Watchman Dr 334-517-1140 Closed: Sun Dinner $

Mama’s Sack Lunch n 21 S Perry St D 334-265-5554 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $

This is Wings n 3805 Eastern Blvd 334-676-2238 Lunch $ Dinner $

Milo’s n 8747 EastChase Pkwy J 334-279-7477 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ miloshamburgers.com

Which Wich n 7030 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-1744 Lunch $ Dinner $ whichwich.com

Momma Goldberg’s Deli n 7960 Vaughn Rd 334-517-1071 Lunch $ Dinner $ mommagoldbergsdeli.com Momma Goldberg’s Deli n 36 Dexter Ave D 334-239-8706 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ mommagoldbergsdeli.com

Wing Master n 3430 Atlanta Hwy 334-517-1016 Lunch $ Dinner $

Newk’s n 7880 Vaughn Rd J 334-290-4955 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ newks.com Panera Bread n 7224 EastChase Pkwy 334-274-9170 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ panerabread.com Panera Bread n 2998 Carter Hill Rd 334-262-0064 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ panerabread.com

Zaxby’s n 3130 Taylor Rd 334-481-0406 Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com Zaxby’s n 6435 Atlanta Hwy 334-277-8066 Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com Zaxby’s n 4030 Atlanta Hwy 334-273-0018 Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com Zaxby’s n 2923 Eastern Blvd 334-420-3500 Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com Zaxby’s n 2675 Zelda Rd 334-293-9933 Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com

Taste SEAFOOD Another Level Seafood Pub & Grill n 5331 Young Barn Rd 334-819-7423 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$ Aw Shucks Oyster Bar n 4100 Wetumpka Hwy 334-279-6252 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$ Capitol Oyster Bar at The Marina n 617 Shady St 334-239-8958 Closed: Mon-Tues Lunch $ Dinner $ capitoloysterbar.com Destin Connection n 3750 Norman Bridge Rd 334-288-4272 Closed: Sun–Mon Lunch $$ Jubilee Seafood n 1057 Woodley Rd 334-262-6224 Closed: Sun–Mon Dinner $$ jubileeseafoodrestaurant.com The Juicy Seafood n 2960 Eastern Blvd J 334-676-2202 Lunch $ Dinner $ Red Lobster n 300 Eastdale Cir 334-277-0780 Lunch $ Dinner $$ redlobster.com The Seafood Bistro n 1651 Perry Hill Rd J 334-279-7500 Lunch $ Dinner $ theseafoodbistro.com Shrimp Basket n 7900 Vaughn Rd J 334-523-0466 Lunch $ Dinner $ shrimpbasket.com Wharf Casual Seafood n 3954 Atlanta Hwy J 334-676-3200 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ wharfcasualseafood.com Wharf Casual Seafood n 6941 EastChase Loop Opening Late Summer Lunch $$ Dinner $$ wharfcasualseafood.com Wintzell’s Oyster House n 105 Commerce St D 334-262-4257 Lunch $ Dinner $$ wintzellsoysterhouse.com

SOUTHERN A Touch of Soul Cafe n 115 Montgomery St D 334-538-8328 Dinner $ Closed: Mon-Wed All In One Restaurant n 163 Eastern Blvd J 334-676-1375 Lunch $ Dinner $ Blue Moon Cafe n 7725 Averitt Dr 334-356-0543 Closed: Sat Lunch $ Dinner $ Cahawba House n 31 S Court St D 334-356-1877 Closed: Sat Lunch $ Cracker Barrel n 9191 Boyd Cooper Pkwy 334-244-1085 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ crackerbarrel.com Davis Cafe n 518 N Decatur St D 334-264-6015 Closed: Sat–Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Derk’s Filet & Vine n 431 Cloverdale Rd J 334-262-8463 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ filetandvine.com Eastbrook Cafe n 520 Coliseum Blvd 334-272-2438 Closed: Sat-Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ eastbrookcafe.com Eastside Grille n 6667 Atlanta Hwy 334-274-1200 Lunch $ Dinner $$ eastsidegrille.com

Martin’s Restaurant n 1796 Carter Hill Rd J 334-265-1767 Closed: Sat Lunch $ Dinner $

Irish Bred Pub n 78 Dexter Ave D J 334-834-7559 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ irishbredal.com

CC’s Daiquiris n 19 Commerce St D J 334-676-3535 Closed: Monday Lunch $ Dinner $

Mrs. B’s Home Cooking n 17 Cullman St 334-264-5495 Closed: Sat Sunday Brunch Breakfast $ Lunch $

Oxbow Grill n 1501 Dozier Rd 334-260-4959 Closed: Mon-Wed Lunch $ Dinner $

Cake Designs n 3651 Debby Dr 334-288-6900 Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $

Odessa’s Blessings n 726 Forest Ave 334-265-7726 Closed: Sat-Mon Lunch $ odessasblessings.com

Ric & Mo’s Bar & Grill n 3150 Watchman Dr 334-517-1140 Closed: Sun Dinner $$

Peyton’s Place n 5344 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-3630 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ peytonsplacelunch.tripod.com Pierce’s Country Cooking n 610 W Fairview Ave 334-265-6068 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Red’s Little School House n 20 Gardner Rd 334-584-7955 Closed: Mon-Tues Lunch $ Dinner $ Simply Southern Cafe n 3457 McGehee Rd J 334-391-6185 Closed: Mon Lunch $ Sweet Jane's Buffet n 6050 Atlanta Hwy 334-416-8909 Lunch $ Dinner $$ Yellowhammer Cafe n 1961 Bell St 334-239-7758 Closed: Sat-Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ SPORTS BAR & GRILL

Farmers Market Cafe n 315 N McDonough St D 334-262-1970 Closed: Sat–Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ farmersmarketcafe.net

Baumhower’s Victory Grille n 2465 Eastern Blvd J 334-271-1831 Lunch $ Dinner $$ baumhowers.com

Fried Tomato Buffet n 6561 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-6162 Lunch $ Dinner $ montgomeryfriedtomato.com

Baumhower’s Victory Grille n 201 S Union St D J 334-263-8800 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$ baumhowers.com

Gail’s Down The Street Cafe n 2739 Zelda Rd 334-279-1009 Closed: Sat Lunch $ Dinner $ letseat.at/gailscafe.com

Bomber’s Pub n 2105 Congressman Dickinson Dr 334-356-1954 Closed: Sun & Mon Lunch $ Dinner $$

Martha’s Place n 7798 Atlanta Hwy J 334-356-7165 Lunch $ Dinner $ marthasplacebuffet.com

Buffalo Wild Wings n 1414 Taylor Rd 334-272-5547 Lunch $ Dinner $ buffalowildwings.com

Twin Peaks n 6814 EastChase Pkwy J 334-513-1244 Lunch $ Dinner $ twinpeaksrestaurant.com Wingers Sports Grill n 7929 Vaughn Rd 334-396-3279 Lunch $ Dinner $ wingersmontgomery.com Wingers Sports Grill n 445 Dexter Ave D 334-593-1951 Lunch $ Dinner $ wingersmontgomery.com STEAKHOUSE Charles Anthony’s Restaurant at the Pub n 10044 Chantilly Pkwy 334-281-3911 Closed: Sun Dinner $$ charlesanthonysatthepub.com Firebirds Woodfired Grill n 7078 EastChase Pkwy 334-819-5132 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ firebirdsrestaurants.com Longhorn Steakhouse n 4095 Eastern Blvd J 334-613-7555 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ longhornsteakhouse.com Outback Steakhouse n 1430 Taylor Rd 334-270-9495 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ outback.com Texas Roadhouse n 7525 EastChase Pkwy J 334-396-7774 Lunch $ Dinner $$ texasroadhouse.com SWEETS & TREATS Alabama Sweet Tea n 44 Market Plaza Suite 801 D Lunch $ Dinner $ alabamasweettea.com

The Cheesecake Empori-Yum n 1935 Mulberry St 334-603-6963 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dairy Queen n 3160 Taylor Rd J 334-272-1818 Lunch $ Dinner $ dairyqueen.com Frios n 36 Dexter Ave, Suite 120 D J 334-239-9330 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ friospops.com GiGi’s Cupcakes n 7918 Vaughn Rd J 334-356-3737 Lunch $ Dinner $ gigiscupcakesusa.com

Ross Donuts n 64 Bell Rd J 334-239-7822 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Smoothie King n 7026 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-5621 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ smoothieking.com Tropical Smoothie Café n 6542 Atlanta Hwy 334-213-2999 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ tropicalsmoothie.com Tropical Smoothie Café n 3008 Zelda Rd 334-517-1872 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ tropicalsmoothie.com Waterfront Sweets n 22 Dexter Ave D J 334-416-8598 Lunch $ Dinner $ Wet Willie’s n 79 Commerce, Suite E D J 334-523-0453 Lunch $ Dinner $ wetwillies.com

Ice King n 3010 Zelda Rd 334-593-6707 Lunch $ Dinner $ Jozettie’s Cupcakes II n 2229 E South Blvd J 334-676-1598 Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $ Dinner $ Jozettie’s Cupcakes n 1404 S Decatur St J 334-239-9289 Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $ Liger’s Bakery n 3040 McGehee Rd 334-288-6550 Closed: Sun Lunch $ ligersgood.com Little Red Cupcake n 638 S Hall St Apt. A D J 334-202-1397 Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $ littleredcupcake.com Nancy’s Italian Ice n 7976 Vaughn Rd 334-356-1403 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ nancysice.com

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Night L FE Fun starts up as the sun goes down

Tap Quest Commerce BeerWorks

n 166 Commerce St, 36104 D Opening Fall 2018 334-387-3333

Common Bond Brewers

n 414 Bibb St, 36104 D J 334-676-2287 commonbondbrewers.com

Goat Haus Biergarten

n 532 Clay St, 36104 D 334-625-9602 goathausbeer.co

The Tipping Point

Family-friendly, indoor-outdoor restaurant and bar offering microbrews, comfort food and live music.

Leroy

n 2752 Boultier St, 36106 334-356-7127 leroylounge.com

Tipping Point

n 5015 Hampstead High St, 36117 J 334-260-9110 tippingpointhampstead.com

Twin Peaks

n 6814 EastChase Pkwy, 36117 J 334-513-1244 twinpeaksrestaurant.com

Center Stage 1048 Jazz & Blues Club

n 1104 E Fairview Ave, 36106 334-834-1048 1048jazzandblues.com

B.B. King’s Blues Club & Restaurant

n 1801 Eddie L Tullis, 36117 J 334-514-5247 windcreekmontgomery.com

Bomber’s Pub

n 2015 Congressman Dickinson Dr, 36109 334-356-1954

The Fifty Fifty

n 129 Montgomery St, 36104 D 334-546-2910

La Salle Bleu & Sous La Terre

n 82A-B Commerce St, 36104 D 334-265-2069

The Phoenix Pub

n 5028 Vaughn Rd, 36116 334-270-1928

Ric & Mo’s

n 3150 Watchman Dr, 36116 334-517-1140 facebook.com/ricandmos

The Sanctuary

n 432 S Goldthwaite St, 36104 D 334-328-5171

The Village Gallery

Musical Background Hank Sr. started his career in MGM after winning a local talent show and Nat King Cole was born in MGM in 1919.

n 107 S Court St, 36104 D 334-538-0680 thevillagegallery.com

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Map Locations: n n n n See Page 110, DDowntown

J Chamber Member

HAPPY HOUR CC’s Daiquiris

n 19 Commerce St, 36104 D J 334-676-3535 ccsdaiquiris.com

Irish Bred Pub

n 78 Dexter Ave, 36104 D J 334-834-7559 irishbredal.com

Cool & Casual AlleyBAR

n 166 Commerce St, 36104 D J 334-387-3333

Eastside Grille

n 6667 Atlanta Hwy, 36117 334-274-1200 eastsidegrille.com

AviatorBAR

HIT THE DECK!

n 3250 Wetumpka Hwy, 36110 334-580-0359

The Exchange

SandBAR at the Silos

n 201 Tallapoosa St, 36104 D J 334-481-5165 houserestaurantmontgomery.com

n 166 Commerce St, 36104 D 334-387-3333

Jalapeno's in the Ally

n 130 Commerce St, 36104 D 334-262-4939

Barra Hookah Lounge

Dreamland BBQ

Kabuki

n 1408 Madison Ave, 36104 D 334-557-1757 facebook.com/barrahookah

n 12 W Jefferson St, 36104 D J 334-273-7427 dreamlandbbq.com

Baumhower's Victory Grill

Fountain Court Lounge

n 6804 Atlanta Hwy, 36117 334-356-4690

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Cucos Downtown

Hiram

n 72 Dexter Ave, 36104 D J 334-832-0081 cucosmexicancafe.com

Blue Byrd’s

n 617 Shady St, 36104 334-239-8958 capitoloysterbar.com

n 2960 Zelda Rd, 36106 J 334-676-2260

n 166 Commerce St, 36104 D J 334-284-2867

n 2465 Eastern Blvd, 36116 J 334-271-1831 baumhowers.com

Capitol Oyster Bar

The Cork & Cleaver

Bud’s

n 1018 E Fairview Ave, 36106 334-356-3866

n 300 Tallapoosa St, 36104 D J 334-269-5055

The Gin

n 9100 EastChase Pkwy, Suite E 36117 334-593-4607 theginmontgomery.com

n 7834 Vaughn Rd, 36116 334-273-8885 kabukimontgomery.com

Kru on Mt Meigs

n 2118 Mt Meigs Rd, 36107 334-530-5033

Magnolia's Grill & Bar

n 96 Folmar Pkwy, 36105 J 334-288-3858

One 2 Zero2

n 120 Madison Ave, 36104 D J 334-245-2320

Pine Bar

n 501 Cloverdale Rd, 36106 334-239-9061 thepinebar.com

Sa Za Serious Italian

n 130 Commerce St, 36104 D J 334-495-7292 sazapizza.com

Shrimp Basket

n 7900 Vaughn Rd, 36116 J 334-523-0466 shrimpbasket.com

Wasabi

n 117 Coosa St, 36104 D 334-517-1555

Wet Willie’s

n 79 Commerce St, Suite E, 36104 D J 334-523-0453 wetwillies.com

n 355 Coosa St, 36104 D 334-387-3333 OPEN SEASONALLY

Moe's Original Bar B Que

n 1051 E Fairview Ave, 36106 D J 334-676-1978 moesoriginalbbq.com

FORDDowntown INFORMATION Map Locations: n n n n See Page 110, Chamber Member J 800-240-9452

Play

Experience MGM

PLAY & LEARN Alabama Cattlemen’s Association “MOOseum”

n 201 S Bainbridge St, 36102 D J 334-265-1867 bamabeef.org A hands-on children’s educational center with a unique agricultural theme. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

Montgomery Biscuits Baseball

n 200 Coosa St, 36104 D J 334-323-2255 biscuitsbaseball.com Montgomery’s minor league baseball team is located in Historic Riverwalk Stadium. Admission charge. Schedule varies. Call for schedule.

Mann Wildlife Learning Museum

FAMILY FUN Alabama Safari Park

n 1664 Venable Way, Hope Hull, 36043 334-288-2105 facebook.com/alabamasafari A 350 acre drive-thru adventure, where you stay in the car and the animals roam free! Admission charge. Open daily.

Ice Palace

n 1000 Eastdale Mall, 36117 J 334-277-2088 eastdale-mall.com/icepalace Ice skate year-round inside Eastdale Mall. Admission charge. Open daily.

Launch Trampoline Park

HOW IT WORKS

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama

n 700 Hyundai Blvd, 36105 J 334-387-8019 hmmausa.com Enjoy a guided tram tour while wearing safety glasses and a headset. Call for tour schedule. Free admission.

n 891 Boardroom Dr, Prattville, 36066 J 334-568-2041 launchprattville.com/park-info/ A 35,000 sq. ft. indoor sports and family entertainment facility, with over 16,000 sq. feet of connected trampolines forming one GIANT trampoline surface. Admission charge. Open daily.

Montgomery Zoo

n 2301 Coliseum Pkwy, 36110 J 334-240-4900 montgomeryzoo.com The Montgomery Zoo has over 500 animals in natural habitats divided into five continents. The Zoofari Sky Lift takes you on a ride high above the ground, giving you a birds-eye view of the animals and exhibits. Paddleboats, a playground and a train are additional amusements. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

Riverboat – Harriott II

n End of Commerce St at Riverwalk, 36104 D J 334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com Take a ride on the Harriott II and enjoy a scenic ride along the Alabama River. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Rockin’ Jump

n 5544 Atlanta Hwy, 36117 J 334-239-2587 montgomery.rockinjump.com A trampoline park providing fun for kids and adults of all ages. Admission charged. Open Mon – Sun.

MGM LIKE A LOCA

n 325 Vandiver Blvd, 36110 J 334-240-4900 mannmuseum.com Visit the Mann Museum and witness North American wildlife in realistic settings that reflect their natural habitats. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

W.A. Gayle Planetarium

n 1010 Forest Ave, 36106 J 334-625-4799 troy.edu/planetarium The planetarium hosts an auditorium designed especially for simulating the natural sky. Admission charge. Open Mon – Thurs and Sun.

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Registered Nurse / Super Mom

We love our zoo membership! It's a great place for little ones to learn and run off energy on the playground. 26 UPCOMING EVENTS VISITINGMONTGOMERY.COM

...we go to Chappy's Deli where the kids eat free and everyone gets an ice cream.

MUSIC Riverwalk Amphitheater

n 355 Coosa St, 36104 D J 334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com The Amphitheater is perfect for picnics, concerts, movies, plays, productions and more. The Splash Pad offers a fountain of water for children to play in. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk.

Cloverdale Playhouse

Escapology

n 130 Commerce St, 36104 D J 334-523-1947 escapology.com Escapology includes time travel escape games and virtual reality experiences. The VR is powered by state-of-the-art HTC Vive and offers a wide variety of games that will blow your mind. Adventure games in which players are challenged to escape within 60 min. Work as a team, solve puzzles and complete the mission. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

n 919 Felder Ave, 36106 J 334-264-4222 thefitzgeraldmuseum.org Tour the home of literary legends F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald, where they lived from October 1931-April 1932. Admission charge. Open Tues – Sun.

MGM LIKE A LOCA

Alabama Shakespeare Festival

Breakout Montgomery

n 1045 E Fairview Ave, 36106 J 334-262-4858 capritheatre.org The Capri was built in 1941 and offers Montgomery’s only independent cinema. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum

n 201 Monroe St #110, 36104 D 334-242-4076 arts.alabama.gov An ongoing showcase of the work of Alabama artists. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

ENTERTAINMENT

Capri Theatre

n 3309 Carter Hill Rd, 36111 347-766-7928 Expose Art House is the city’s first alternative art space gallery. Expose Art House was launched by Chintia Kirana, an internationally recognized artist and Editor in Chief of Expose Art Magazine. Free admission. Call for schedule.

Alabama Artists Gallery

n One Festival Dr, 36117 J 1-800-841-4ASF or 334-271-5353 asf.net Ranked one of the Top Ten largest Shakespeare Theatres in the world. Admission charge. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun.

n 6715 Taylor Ct, 36117 J 334-203-7868 breakoutmontgomery.com Each breakout game is a real-life escape room adventure. Work together as a team to escape the room before time runs out. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

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PERFORMING & FINE ARTS

Hank Williams Memorial

n 1304 Upper Wetumpka Rd, 36104 D J thehankwilliamsmuseum.net Legendary country music singer Hank Williams’ final resting place. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk.

Hank Williams Museum

n 118 Commerce St, 36104 D J 334-262-3600 thehankwilliamsmuseum.net This popular attraction pays tribute to one of the most revered and loved country music writers and performers. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

Hank Williams Statue

n Commerce St, 36104 D J funinmontgomery.com A life-size statue of the famed country music legend Hank Williams stands in front of the Riverfront entrance. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk.

n 960 Cloverdale Rd, 36106 334-262-1530 cloverdaleplayhouse.org This neighborhood theatre is making its mark on Montgomery by bringing quality entertainment to the community. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Faulkner University Dinner Theatre n 5345 Atlanta Hwy, 36109 J 877-840-0457 faulkner.edu/campuslife/dinnertheatre.asp Enjoy Broadway-style family entertainment in a Christian-based atmosphere. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Montgomery Performing Arts Centre n 201 Tallapoosa St, 36104 D J 334-481-5100 mpaconline.org This 1,800-seat, state-of-the-art facility is large enough for first-run Broadway shows, yet intimate enough to view a wide variety of concerts, operas, comedy acts, and kids shows as well as performances by local arts groups. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Troy University’s Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts

n 251 Montgomery St, 36104 D J 334-241-9567 troy.edu/davistheatre The annual Subscriber Series comprises of touring productions of Broadway shows to concerts. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

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The National Memorial for Peace and Justice

n 417 Caroline St, 36104 D 334-269-1803 museumandmemorial.eji.org/memorial The Memorial sits on six acres of land in Montgomery and is the nation’s first national memorial to victims of lynching. The massive structure contains the names of over 4,000 lynching victims engraved on concrete columns representing each county in the United States where racial terror lynchings took place. Counties across the country are invited to retrieve duplicate columns with the names of each county’s lynching victims to be placed in their county. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

CIVIL HERITAGE City of Saint Jude

n 2048 W Fairview Ave, 36108 334-265-6791 Visit the final campsite of the Selma-to-Montgomery March and site of the “Stars for Freedom” rally. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

Civil Rights Memorial & Center

n 400 Washington Ave, 36104 D 334-956-8479 splcenter.org Dedicated to those who died during the modern Civil Rights Movement, the wall includes excerpts from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial – Free admission. Open Daily, dawn to dusk. Center – Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat.

Dexter Avenue KingMemorial Baptist Church

n 454 Dexter Ave, 36104 D 334-263-3970 dexterkingmemorial.org In this National Historic Landmark, see the modest pulpit where Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. first preached his message of hope and brotherhood. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat.

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National Center for the Study of Civil Rights & African American Culture

n 309 S Jackson St, 36104 D 334-261-3270 dexterkingmemorial.org Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his family lived here from 1954 to 1960 while he led the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat.

n 1345 Carter Hill Rd, 36106 334-229-4876 J lib.alasu.edu/natctr/index.html View Civil Rights and African American cultural exhibits. Free admission. Open Mon–Tues; Thurs – Sun.

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Freedom Rides Museum

n 210 S Court, 36104 D 334-230-2680 freedomridesmuseum.org Located in Montgomery’s historic Greyhound Bus Station, the museum features the Road to Equality–The 1961 Freedom Rides art exhibit. Admission charge. Call to schedule tour. Open Tues – Sat.

The Legacy Museum

n 115 Coosa St, 36104 D 334-269-1803 museumandmemorial.eji.org/museum The Museum contains high-tech exhibits, artifacts, recordings, and films, as well as comprehensive data and information on lynching and racial segregation. The museum connects the history of racial inequality with contemporary issues of mass incarceration, excessive punishment, and police violence. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Rosa Parks Library and Museum & Children’s Wing

n 252 Montgomery St, 36104 D J 334-241-8615 troy.edu/rosaparks Experience the energy and emotion of the Montgomery Bus Boycott at this museum, which transports witnesses to the fateful day on December 1, 1955. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat.

First Baptist Church

n 347 N Ripley St, 36104 D 334-262-6263 firstbaptistchurchmontgomery.com From 1952-1961, the church was led by civil rights activist Ralph Abernathy and it held several mass meetings during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Tours: By appointment and during church hours. Donations welcome.

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ALABAMA VOICES Museum of Alabama

n 624 Washington Ave, 36104 D J 334-242-4435 museum.alabama.gov Located in the Alabama Department of Archives and History, the museum features all new exhibits that tell the story of Alabama. Free admission. Open Mon – Sat. Research Room open Tues – Fri.

Alabama State Capitol

Governor’s Mansion

n 600 Dexter Ave, 36104 D 334-242-3935 preserveala.org/capitoltour.htm Visit the spot where Jefferson Davis took the oath of office as President of the Confederate States of America and where the Civil Rights March ended. Guided tours are available. Free admission. Open Mon – Sat.

n 1142 Perry St, 36104 334-834-3022 Built in 1906, this graceful mansion has been home to the Governor of Alabama since its purchase in 1950. Free admission.

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts

n One Museum Dr, 36117 J 334-240-4333 mmfa.org Its collection includes 19th and 20th century American paintings, Southern regional art, Old Master prints and decorative art. Free admission. Open Tues – Sun.

Alabama Judicial Building

n 300 Dexter Ave, 36104 D 334-229-0700 judicial.alabama.gov Visit the Alabama Supreme Court and the Courts of Criminal and Civil Appeals. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

Court Square Fountain

Old Alabama Town

n 301 Columbus St, 36104 D J 334-240-4500 oldalabamatown.com This 19th-century village covering six blocks features completely authentic homes and buildings that have been saved from demolition, carefully restored and reopened to the public as a living history museum. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat.

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n Intersection of Commerce St and Dexter Ave, 36104 D This beautiful fountain was built in 1885 over an existing artesian basin.

First White House of the Confederacy

St. John’s Episcopal Church

n 113 Madison Ave, 36104 D J 334-262-1937 stjohnsmontgomery.org St. John’s was built in 1855. Jefferson Davis’ pew and a Tiffany window are among its unique attributes.

n 644 Washington Ave, 36104 D J 334-242-1861 firstwhitehouse.org This 1835 home became the residence of Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his family during the spring of 1861 when Montgomery served as the Capital of the Confederacy. Free admission. Open Mon - Sat.

Tuskegee History Center

n 104 S Elm St, Tuskegee 36083 334-724-0800 tuskegeecenter.org From historic buildings and notable people to recreational activities and the great outdoors, you’ll find it all showcased at the Tuskegee History Center.

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I love visiting the Capitol and archives and history buildings. The rotunda of the Capitol is a treasure and must see.

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Alabama Nature Center

n 3050 Lanark Rd, Millbrook, 36054 J 800-822-9453 alabamawildlife.org The Alabama Nature Center is a 350-acre planneduse outdoor education facility with five miles of boardwalks and trails traversing forests, fields, streams, wetlands and ponds. Admission charged. Call for schedule.

GARDEN VARIETY Blount Cultural Park

n 6055 Vaughn Rd, 36116 J funinmontgomery.com This 300-acre park is reminiscent of the English countryside. Free Admission. Open seven days a week, dawn to dusk, unless reserved for a private party.

Downtown Farm

Wright Brothers Park

n 425 Molton St, 36104 D eatsouth.org This all-natural urban farm offers community planting beds and exciting learning opportunities with the farmer in residence.

n Maxwell Blvd, 36104 D J funinmontgomery.com Take a breath and enjoy picturesque views of the Downtown Farm, the Alabama River or the city’s beautiful skyline. Free Admission. Open seven days a week, dawn to dusk.

Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum

n 3001 Jasmine Hill, Wetumpka, 36093 J 334-328-8917 or 334-567-6463 jasminehill.org This 20-acre garden features mythical gods and Olympian heroes with beautiful flowers year round. Admission Charge. Open Fri-Sun.

Lagoon Park Trail

n Lagoon Park Dr, 36109 J 334-625-2300 lagoonparktrail.com The trail weaves through 176 acres of Lagoon Park and offers five miles of cycling, hiking, and recreational activities. Free admission. Open seven days a week dawn to dusk.

Shakespeare Garden & Amphitheatre

n One Festival Dr, 36117 J 334-271-5300 asf.net This is one of seven such gardens in the USA, which features plants and flowers from Shakespeare’s plays. Free admission. Call for Schedule.

Top Playgrounds Kids burn off energy while parents take a break! Any of these city parks offer plenty of playground essentials like swings, slides, monkey bars, climbing walls and more. 1 Gateway Park • 3800 Davenport Pkwy 2 Oak Park • 1010 Forest Ave 3 Ida Bell Young • 5400 Vaughn Rd 4 Vaughn Rd Park • 3620 Vaughn Rd 5 Kiwanis Park • 400 N Hull St D 6 Wright Brothers Park • Maxwell Blvd D See map on page 11-13. For additional information call 334-625-2300 or visit funinmontgomery.com

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Jackson Lake Island

n Cypress Lane, Millbrook, 36054 334-430-7963 Do you enjoy overnight camping in a serene location? Planning a big event and need to find the perfect venue? This relaxing paradise could be the perfect place for you! There is also a ramp to launch your boat and it is also a beautiful place to kayak or canoe. You will find peaceful waters and also access to the Alabama River. Jackson Lake Island has everything you and your family need for some exciting outdoor activities. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Bass Pro Shop

n 2553 Rocky Mount Rd Prattville, AL 36066 334-290-6400 basspro.com The store offers the area’s largest selection of quality outdoor gear. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun.

Confederate Memorial Park

Old Cahawba

n 9518 Cahaba Rd, Orrville, AL 36767 334-872-8058 cahawba.com Cahawba was once Alabama’s state capital (1819-1826) and a thriving antebellum river town. Today it is an archaeological site of picturesque ruins. Admission charge. Open Tue-Sun.

n 437 County Rd 63, Marbury, AL 36051 205-755-1990 confederatepark.com Explore the 102-acre park with historic buildings, nature trails and picnic pavilions. Admission charge. Open Mon-Sun.

Dreamfield Farms

n 6376 Highway 82, Fitzpatrick, 36029 J 334-534-6976 dreamfieldfarms.com A great outdoor farm complete with a pumpkin patch, cabins for a farmcation, and plenty of space for special events. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Ft. Toulouse/Jackson Park

n 2521 W Fort Toulouse Rd Wetumpka, AL 36093 334-567-3002 fttoulousejackson.org A 1700s French fort in a 165acre park at the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

Liquid Assets

Go Karting Montgomery

n 9033 Wares Ferry Rd, 36117 334-271-2020 gokartingmontgomery.com Experience the thrill of go kart riding with friends or family on this private track. You can even reserve the track and party room for your next celebration. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Sky Dive the South

n 900 S. Perry St, Suite C, 36104 J 334-625-8588 skydivethesouth.com Do you want to skydive, but you’re not ready to go solo? A tandem jump is perfect for you! Learn how to freefall, pilot the canopy, and land, while the Tandem Instructor guides you through the entire jump.

Coosa Outdoor Center

n 172 River Rd Wetumpka, AL 36092 334-201-5510 Whether interested in camping, renting canoes or sit-on-top kayaks, the staff at COC is ready to assist you. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Coosa River Adventures

n 415 Company St Wetumpka, AL 36092 334-514-0279 coosariveradventures.com Coosa River Adventures outfits you with a canoe or sit-on-top kayak and provides access to the launch site. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Pontoon Boat Rentals

n 617 Shady St, 36104 334-239-8958 capitoloysterbar.com Enjoy a scenic pontoon boat ride down the Alabama River. Rentals available by the hour or the day. Seasonal. Admission charge. Call for booking.

SUP Board Rentals

n 213 Commerce St, 36104 D lightningmgm.com Experience the Alabama River on a stand up paddle board morning, noon or night. Seasonal. Admission Charged. Book online.

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Morning

Early riser? Grab a freshly brewed cup of coffee and fresh baked goody from Vintage Cafe and use the quiet time to plan your day in MGM.

Late Night

Head over to Bomber's Pub to hang with the locals, listen to the best in live, local music, and dance the night away.

Mid-Morning

Get up close and personal with some of the animals at the Montgomery Zoo during Animal Encounters and Behind the Scenes Tours.

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Dinner

Enjoy flights of wine, craft beer & a variety of tapas including cheese plates, flatbreads & desserts at Taste in Hampstead.

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After Work

Catch up with old friends and make new ones at The Gin on the East Side.

Grab a slice and a cold MGM craft-brewed beer at Bibb Street Pizza, now serving Common Bond beer.

Experience the MGM's Hank trail and visit the Hank Williams Museum, the Hank Statue and Hank's Grave at Oakwood Cemetary.

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Dexter Avenue - I've never encountered such a concentration of historical events in one area.

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