
Upcoming Events

Upper's First Thursday
It’s almost time for the Derby! Wear your best hat and sip a mint julep while enjoying our dinner specials. If the weather is nice, the bounce house will be out!

Cinco de Mayo Weekend
We're featuring our favorite Mexican dishes all weekend! Swing in for some queso and house made chips and stay for a margarita. Music on the patio with City News - Saturday, May 3rd at 7 PM

Ghost Sleepers Book Signing with Bill Latham
Our friend Bill wrote a book and you can get your hands on a signed copy!

Mother's Day Tea and Bouquet Making
Join us for tea and bouquet-making workshop – the perfect way to celebrate the moms, grandmas, and mother-figures in your life.
Tickets include tea, buffet brunch, instruction and materials to build a beautiful bouquet.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1340092074469?aff=oddtdtcreator


Cartoon Brunch
Fruity Pebble donuts, Apple Jacks pop-tarts, Reese’s Puffs pancakes and cocktails to match!
Wear your PJs and join us for brunch and cartoons!

Jazz Brunch
Jazz, Bloody Mary bar and discounted mimosa flights… if you needed a reason to join us on Sundays, we just gave you three ;)

Last Day of School - Live Music
Celebrate the last day of school at Fort! Live music, food and drink specials and the arrival of summer. Ben Zucker and Friends will be live on the patio from 6-8 PM

Hat Painting
Join Fort Eighty Eight for an exciting HAT PAINTING EVENT!
THE TOTAL COST IS $65
DEPOSIT OF $35 TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE. Ticket Link: https://square.link/u/Br3pFmud
Customize and paint your own unique hat with Kristine of Gogh & Create Studio.
You will choose your wide brim boho or cowboy hat, stencils, and make your hat band.
Kristine will assist and walk you through painting your hat.

Chameleon Cell-Fort Eighty Eight with TC Acrylics
During this hands-on pour painting class We will be learning the "Chameleon Cell " technique. You'll unleash your creativity to create your own stunning masterpiece!
All the necessary materials to create your 12x12 canvas will be provided.
Creations will stay at Fort Eighty Eight to dry for 72 hours and can start being picked up Tuesday, July 1st during regular business hours.
10 seats available - Tickets: https://tcacrylicsclasses.as.me/schedule/9694b543/?appointmentTypeIds[]=75224497

Jazz Brunch
Jazz, Bloody Mary bar, and discount mimosa flights... if you needed a reason to join us on Sundays, we just gave you three ;)

Upper's Spring Fling
Join the downtown for a day packed with fun, food, and friendly competition! Fort will feature special “Spring Fling” cocktails to enjoy while shopping local!

Slogans, Catchphrases and Logos Trivia
Slogans, Catchphrases, and Logos Trivia is a fun and engaging, where players test their knowledge of iconic brand slogans, memorable catchphrases, and instantly recognizable logos. A burger and beer are only $15!

Easter Brunch
We will be extending our Sunday Brunch hours for Easter! Reservations are recommended.
Follow our social media for updates on our Easter menu.

Cartoon Brunch
Remember watching Saturday morning cartoons while eating your favorite cereal? We’re bringing the fun back! Join us one Saturday a month for cartoons and cereal - adults are welcome too ;) Prefer to have a cocktail with breakfast - no worries, we’ve got you covered with fun cartoon themed cocktails too! Pajamas are encouraged.

Course Dinner with MiddleWest Spirits
We’ve teamed up with our friends at MiddleWest Spirits to bring you a four course dinner with cocktail pairings.

Rom Com Trivia
Get ready to test your knowledge of one of the most beloved film genres – romantic comedies! The fun starts at 7 PM. A burger and beer are only $15!

Jazz Brunch
Jazz, Bloody Mary bar, and discount mimosa flights... if you needed a reason to join us on Sundays, we just gave you three ;)

Fort's Anniversary Party
We're celebrating three years by bringing back some of our favorite dishes. Want to see something featured? Let us know a past dish you loved!

Yacht Rock Trivia
Who doesn't love Yacht Rock? Join us for trivia at 7 PM. Burger and a High Life are $15!

Jazz Brunch
Jazz, Bloody Mary bar, and discount mimosa flights... if you needed a reason to join us on Sundays, we just gave you three ;)

Galentine's Brunch
We're cooking up something special for our girlfriends to celebrate friendship. Join us for a special brunch and pottery painting! Tickets are required and include buffet brunch, a cocktail, and a piece of pottery to paint.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/galentines-day-brunch-tickets-1226296007369?aff=oddtdtcreator

Valentine's Day Weekend
Celebrate Valentine's Day at Fort! Bring your sweetheart in for a four course dinner. Regular menu also available. Reservations are recommended.

Galentine's Day
Celebrate your girlfriends with waffles and speciality cocktails. Grab a DORA drink and shop Creekside's Galentine's Day deals and specials bouquets from Schuster's Flowers.

General Trivia
Know a lot about... well a lot? Join us for trivia. Burgers are $15 and include a High Life.

Lunar New Year Origami Class
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with an origami class. Taught by Michael Baldridge of Paper Magic. Cost is $15 and includes all materials and instruction. Open to ALL ages. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1200326030469?aff=oddtdtcreator

Jazz Brunch
Jazz, Bloody Mary bar, and discount mimosa flights… if you needed a reason to join us on Sundays, we just gave you three ;)

Parks and Rec Trivia
Trivia is back! Join us Wednesday, 1/15 at 7 PM and treat yo self to $15 burgers with a beer and Parks and Rec trivia. We won’t take Knope for an answer

New Years Eve at Fort
Celebrate 2025 at Fort! Join us for a four course dinner (menu will be posted Friday, 12/6) on New Years Eve. We will be open from 5 - 10 PM. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling Fort at (419) 208-5625 or emailing eat@forteightyeight.com

Fort Festivus
While we aren't planning on airing our grievances or competing in feats of strength, the kitchen staff has created a wonderful coursed dinner for you and your family to enjoy on Festivus.
Fort will be open on Monday, December 23rd for lunch from 11 AM - 2 PM.
We will reopen at 5 PM for dinner service featuring a coursed dinner (menu in comments). Kids 12 and under will have the option to enjoy mac and cheese, grilled cheese or cheeseburger for free with a drink and dessert. Every reason to bring the whole family
Reservations are required for the coursed dinner and Christmas sweaters are encouraged.

Live Music with Ben Zucker and Friends
Ben Zucker and Friends are back for some Christmas cheer on Thursday, December 19th at 7 PM! Join us for cocktails, food and great music.

Holiday Gingerbread House Workshop
Join the holiday fun with Fort as we share decorating tips and tricks to bring your one-of-a-kind, sugar-coated gingerbread house to life! Open for kids and adults. Cost is $25 and includes all materials to build one house.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1097204501199?aff=oddtdtcreator

Kelsey's Cocktail Class
Kelsey is back with a holiday themed cocktail class! Join Kelsey as she guides you through the making of four delicious holiday cocktails. Tickets are required and include four cocktails and all supplies.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1096782368589?aff=oddtdtcreator

Book Fair with Birch Tree Bookery
Start your holiday shopping early with our friends from Birch Tree Bookery! They are back with a book fair AND a book wrapping demonstration. Book wrapping kits are $5. Your one stop shop for all your book loving friends and don't forget pick up something for yourself!

Holiday Wreath Making
Grab your friends and enjoy a cocktail while you design your own wreath. Tickets include all wreath making supplies and a cocktail.
We're hosting on a Sunday this year with an instructor, more room, more greenery, and decor!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-wreath-making-tickets-1056610764239?aff=oddtdtcreator

Black Friday Brunch
We're opening early on Black Friday so you can eat before you shop! Full brunch menu will be available along with coffee, mimosas, and Bloody Marys. Bring a receipt in from a local shop and get $1 off a cocktail.

Drinksgiving
Who is ready to catch up with friends and family over cocktails?! Join us for live music with City News from 7 PM til the music stops!

Candle Making with Katy
Katy will be leading a candle making class! Grab a friend, a cocktail and let's make a candle. Cost is $35 and includes all candle making supplies and a cocktail! Seating is limited. Tickets are required and can be purchased following the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/candle-making-with-katy-tickets-1056603993989?aff=oddtdtcreator or through your server.

Course Dinner with Watershed Distillery
You are invited to our exclusive dinner featuring a delectable menu paired with spirits from Watershed Distillery. Indulge in a culinary journey where each course is expertly paired with handcrafted drinks. Learn about the distillation process and the artistry behind each spirit from our friends at Watershed. Tickets are required and can be purchased by calling Fort at (419) 208-5625, emailing eat@forteightyeight.com, or through the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/course-dinner-with-watershed-distillery-tickets-1056585428459?aff=oddtdtcreator

Dinner Club - Halloween Edition
The culinary team has put together a carefully curated menu of ghoulishly good dishes, inspired by classic Halloween movies and seasonal ingredients. Six or seven courses, depending on how the kitchen is feeling for $75, gratuity and alcohol are not included. Tickets are required and can be purchased by calling Fort (419) 208-5625, emailing eat@forteightyeight.com or through the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-club-halloween-edition-tickets-1056548909229?aff=oddtdtcreator