Friday Five: Chattanooga's Best Events 3/09-3/16

Posted by on Friday, March 9th, 2018 at 5:30pm.

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, March 9. to Friday, March 16.

Fridays in March 

Ruby Falls Lantern Tours

When: 8:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Ruby Falls, 1720 South Scenic Highway 
Cost: $29.95

Since 2006, this intimate tour of the Ruby Falls cavern has allowed visitors a rarely seen view deep within Lookout Mountain. Limited-sized groups begin the adventure with a 260-foot elevator ride into the mountain and experience a special tour with only lanterns to light the pathway! Come see Ruby Falls in a whole new light! Reservations required. Reserve online at www.rubyfalls.com/lanterntours


Opening Friday, March 9

Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie

When: Specific dates/times available on the website
Where: Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River Street 
Cost: $11-30

No play in the modern theatre has so captured the imagination and heart of the American public as Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie," which comes to the Chattanooga Theatre Centre stage in March. The young writer's first successful play, it catapulted him from obscurity to fame when it premiered on Broadway in 1945. The play has strong autobiographical elements: Years after he left his mother and sister, Tom Wingfield struggles to absolve himself of the guilt of abandoning his family just as his father did. In front of the audience, he summons scenes from the past – 1937 in St. Louis – where he lived in a small apartment with his mother and sister. There they struggled to get by financially, dreamed of the past and what could have been, and worried about what would become of Laura. The Theatre Centre production gives the work a compelling interpretation that will captivate our audiences. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://tickets.vendini.com


Second Mondays (Monday, March 12)

Learn to Ride a Bicycle

When: 4 or 6 p.m.
Where: Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St.
Cost: Free

Learn how to ride a bicycle or refresh your rusty skills. Free classes are offered the 2nd Monday of each month and are recommended for adults and kids ages 6 and older. Reservations are required in advance by calling 423-643-6888 to learn more and make a reservation. Classes consist of a set of exercises and safety drills that are designed to help beginner riders of all ages progress at their own speed and ability.


Thursday, March 15

Cocktails In Color: Let It Glow

When: 6-7:30 p.m.
Where: Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View
Cost: $15 - $20

Get glowing with the spirit of cocktails and art as the Cocktails in Color series returns. This evening mixologists from the flying squirrel will take on a psychedelic style as they share works from New Media, New Millennium: Digital Art from the Thoma Foundation and then design specialty cocktails inspired by the art. While sipping your cocktail, get into the artistic spirit and make your own lite brite creations and take polaroid selfies.Event ticket includes one specialty cocktail (full cash bar available with additional drinks). Stay after and enjoy the after-party with co-presenter The Flying Squirrel.


Friday, March 16

Road to Nightfall 2018 

When: 7-10 p.m.
Where: Granfalloon, 400 E Main Street
Cost: $10 

The search is on for Chattanooga's best local act in the 8th annual Road to Nightfall! Over the course of six nights, more than 150 musicians from 30 local bands will compete for more than $10,000 in cash, and the chance to be a headlining act in this year's Nightfall concert series. Additional prizes include everything from recording studio time, music videos, custom instruments, printing, and cash. Join us at the Granfalloon as these bands showcase their unique talents and promote Chattanooga's booming music scene. Audience members will be exposed to new, local bands cultivating Chattanooga's music market and vote for their favorites via text message to determine the winners of each night. For more information, visit gigcityproductions.com/road-to-nightfall.

 

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