For the past two weekends, thousands have flocked to Bristol. That's thanks to the Rhythm and Roots Reunion and the fall races.

Bryan Sperber, President of Michael Waltrip Brewing Company said, "they're just incredible events for the community. For us to be able to participate in the events so soon after we opened, is just really terrific. We've loved every second of it."

Michael Waltrip Brewing Company officially held its grand opening last Wednesday, but made sure its doors were open for Rhythm and Roots.

"That was a great way to get our next week kicked off. We were busy the entire week and Saturday was just bananas," said Sperber.

Another business seeing success is just a few streets down, that's the Laugh Out Loud (LOL) Comedy Corner Bar and Grill.

LOL Comedy Corner General Manager Corey Stinchcomb says, "its been a real challenge but its been fun as well. I think we've also had a good amount of people that have came to check us out so far. We just want people to have a place to come and laugh."

The Comedy Corner right now is offering free shows each weekend until its official grand opening on Halloween weekend. That's when its night club will also open.

"It's super unique, this are has never seen anything like it before. I think it's a great opportunity to bring some traffic to the area," says LOL Comedy Corner bartender Natalie Huffstutler.

Both businesses say the support from the community has been outstanding.

"The community has been so happy we're here. The locals that come by say thank you Michael and your team for investing in the Bristol area," said Michael Waltrip, former NASCAR driver and owner of Michael Waltrip Brewing Company.

Stinchcomb also said about the community support, "everybody is apart of this community. LOL Comedy Corner, we want to make sure we do our part to serve the community.

For more information on LOL Comedy Corner visit https://www.lolcomedycorner.com/

For more information on Michael Waltrip Brewing Company visit https://michaelwaltripbrewing.com/

Both venues also offer food options.