Friday Five: Chattanooga's Best Events 12/15-12/22
Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from December 15 to Friday, December 22.
December 15-17 and 28-30
Beauty and the Beast
When: Times vary
Where: Chattanooga Theatre Center,
Cost: $12-30
The Chattanooga Theatre Centre production of this timeless story will take audiences into the enchanted world of Broadway's modern classic. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature of 1991 and incorporating many of its beloved musical numbers, this "tale as old as time" will feature amazing voices, splendid costumes, and spectacular sets. As a joint production of the Theatre Centre and its youth program, the 50-person cast includes volunteers young and old and will appeal to audiences young and old as well. "Beauty & the Beast" tells the story of Belle, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who feels out of place in her provincial French village. When her father is imprisoned in a mysterious castle, Belle's attempt to rescue him leads to her capture by the Beast, who was long ago trapped in his gruesome form by an enchantress. The only way for the Beast to become human once again is if he learns to love and be loved in return. The delightful characters of the Beast's enchanted household watch anxiously as Belle and the Beast grow to understand and befriend one another. Will they confess their love for one another before it is too late?
December 16-17
Free Photos With Santa
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: The Barn Nursery
Cost: Free
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at The Barn Nursery! Bring your family, friends, cats and dogs for a free photo.
Saturdays and Sunday December 16 and 17
Holiday Market 2017
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays
Where: Chattanooga Convention Center, 1100 Carter Street
Cost: Free
Check out the Holiday Market during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center featuring 200+ local food vendors, artists and crafters offering unique gifts and festive preparations—everything you'll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition with festive daily entertainment for the whole family: the Chattanooga Girls Choir, Sweet Georgia Sound and several other acoustical performers capture the holiday spirit. Don't miss Santa Claus from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a free photo opportunity each Saturday and Sunday. Hot cocoa, warm lunch and spirits are also available to make the shopping occasion a special one.
December 18-19
Christmas Pop-Up at Chattanooga WorkSpace
When: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Chattanooga Workspace, 302 W. 6th St.
Cost: Free
Come shop this 12 day Pop-Up Shop here Chattanooga WorkSpace featuring local and handmade items. There will be a mix of all sorts of gifts such as paintings, photography, jewelry, CDs, woodwork, knit hats and scarves, paper goods, blown glass, woven works, mixed media and more.
Wednesday, December 20
Crafts and Carols
When: 7-10 p.m.
Where: Barley Chattanooga, 235 E M L King Blvd
Cost: Free
What goes together better than Craft beers and Christmas carols? I couldn't think of anything either. Bring your singing voice and Christmas cheer to kick the week of Christmas off with a few delicious craft beers and your favorite Christmas songs. From "Silent Night" to "I Saw Momma Kissing Santa Claus", from Winter Ales to IPAs, you'll feel right at home at Crafts and Carols.
