Here are the top five events that will surely make your weekends fun and memorable.
Bobby Stone Film Series: The Shining
Location: The Walker Theatre | 399 McCallie Avenue
Date & Time: October 16 | 2:00 PM – 4:24 PM | Doors open at 1:30 PM | 7:00 PM – 9:24 PM | Doors open at 6:30 PM
Price: $13.50 | Buy your tickets here and here.
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A writer accepts a winter caretaker position at a secluded hotel, bringing his wife and young son along for what soon becomes a terrifying stay. As supernatural forces take hold, he spirals into madness and violence, turning their isolated retreat into a nightmare.
Spooky Season Suncatchers — Stained Glass Workshop
Location: Almanac Supply Co. | 24 Frazier Avenue
Date & Time: October 16 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Price: $85 | Buy your tickets here.
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Create your own Halloween-inspired stained glass art by Gemini Glassworks in a beginner-friendly, one-day workshop featuring colorful glass, fun seasonal patterns, and step-by-step instruction. All materials are included, and participants will learn the basics of foiling, soldering, and finishing while taking home a handmade stained glass piece.
Scenic City Shakespeare-The Tempest
Location: Greenway Farms Park | 4960 Gann Store Road
Date & Time: October 16 – 17 | 7:30 PM
Price: Free | RSVP here.
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Catch this classic play featuring a tale of magic, betrayal, shipwrecked nobles, and unexpected love. Bring your own lawn chairs or picnic blankets for this outdoor theatrical performance, and reserve your spot to receive updates about weather delays or cancellations.
Location: Shuttle Park North | 211 Broad Street
Date & Time: October 17 | 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Doors open at 8:30 PM
Price: Free
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Join in an open-air arts destination of large-scale installations and an immersive dance performance. Produced by Understory with WauMaus, Wind Up, and CARTA, the month-long event offers free programming, including concerts, lectures, art and dance classes, dance parties, and more.
Location: First Horizon Pavilion | 1801 Reggie White Boulevard
Date & Time: October 17 | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | October 18 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Price: Free
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Experience German traditions and local flair together for a family-friendly fall festival filled with bratwurst, pretzels, craft brews, Oompah music, local vendors, and activities for all ages. Wear your lederhosen or dirndl, join the chicken dance, and catch the crowd-favorite Mr. & Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest Contest for a weekend of food, music, and fun.
Location: Coolidge Park | 150 River Street
Date & Time: October 18 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Price: Free
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Browse more than 50 local vendors offering vintage clothing, jewelry, art, handmade goods, and one-of-a-kind finds, plus food trucks, coffee, matcha, and baked treats. Discover affordable vintage pieces while supporting local businesses, giving preowned items a new life, and making more sustainable fashion choices.