Here are the top five events that will surely make your weekends fun and memorable.
Location: Songbirds | 206 West Main Street
Date & Time: October 18 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Doors open at 6:00 PM
Price: $22 [+$4 service fee] – $40 [+$5 service fee] | Buy your tickets here.
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Renowned for their raw guitar-and-drums setup, they have expanded into a power trio that were drawing praises for their 2023 album Voices while preparing to release an upcoming record The Southern in 2024. Having shared stages with acts like Joe Bonamassa and Larkin Poe, the band continues to build on their reputation with a sound that blends roots rock and fiery intensity.
Ghouls, Goblins, and Witches Haunted Grounds
Location: Old McDonald’s Farm | 16705 Coulterville Road, Sale Creek
Date & Time: October 19 | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Price: Free
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Enjoy spooky attractions like eerie silos featuring Hansel and Gretel, The Mummy, Halloween-themed food trucks, inflatables and special appearances by the Sanderson sisters.
Chattanooga Witch & Warlock Paddle
Location: Coolidge Park | 150 River Street
Date & Time: October 19 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Price: $10 [donation fee] | Donate here.
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Come and celebrate Coolidge Park’s 25th Anniversary with a spooktacular 1.7mile paddle adventure on the Tennessee River. Dress as witches, warlocks, or wizards around Maclellan Island and enjoy post-paddle festivities with prizes for the best costumes.
Location: Camp Jordan | 323 Camp Jordan Parkway, East Ridge
Date & Time: October 19 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
October 20 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price: Free
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Experience the fall harvest at Mercier’s Orchard with fresh apples, over 175 vendors, 30 food trucks, and family-friendly activities like a petting zoo, pony rides, inflatables, and trackless train rides. Enjoy live entertainment, face painting, and mini ball games for a fun-filled day for everyone.
7 Bridges Marathon – Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kiddie K
Location: Tremont Avenue | 400 River Street
Date & Time: October 20 | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Price: $71.53 – $146.43 [with processing fee] | Register here.
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This event offers runners a scenic course that spans four downtown bridges and three North Chick Greenway bridges. With five race options, participants can enjoy aid stations, live music, and get their very own medals.