Friday Five: Chattanooga's Best Events 5/4-5/11
Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, May 4 to Friday, May 11
Friday, May 4
Bunny Hop! 2018
When: 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: First Tennessee Pavillion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd
Cost: $35 for adults and $15 for children. Little ones under the age of 2 are free.
This family-friendly fundraiser will offer an evening of fun for parents and friends while their kids take advantage of the numerous activities for children. All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend, including grandparents and adults without children. Activities will include a wide range of arts and crafts, a bunny petting station; balloon artists; a magician; a "sports zone" set with basketball nets, lots of balls, and corn hole; glitter tattoos and more! For the older children, there will be inflatables, Chattanooga Aerials, and a photo booth. All children in attendance will receive a Peter Rabbit coloring book to take home. Adults will enjoy live music, a silent auction, and a buffet dinner catered by Events with Taste. Food provided for the children will include Chick-fil-A chicken nuggets, macaroni & cheese from The Feed Co., fruit and carrots from Food City, chips and cupcakes. To make a reservation, visit www.chamblisscenter.org or call 423-468-1122.
Saturday, May 5
Mountain to Town: Downhill Bike Adventure
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St.
Cost: $25
Join Outdoor Chattanooga for this all-inclusive downhill bike adventure from Lookout Mountain to downtown Chattanooga. Enjoy scenic views of the city from the top of the mountain while cruising down the Guild Trail until it connects with the Tennessee Riverwalk and follows the shores of the Tennessee River all the way back into town. Experienced guides will be with you during the ride providing support and instruction. You can use your own bike or borrow one from Outdoor Chattanooga. Ride time is approximately 2 hours—descending nearly 1,500 feet over 13 miles with some short climbs. Appropriate for ages 12+ with an adult, this is a beginner- and family-friendly adventure. Riders must be able to independently ride, shift, maneuver and operate a bike with hand brakes, listen and follow instructions and be able to make decisions quickly while moving at higher speeds in order to participate in this adventure. Reservations required in advance as space is limited. For more information and to make a reservation call 423-643-6888.
May 5-6
Chattanooga Ballet presents "The Sleeping Beauty, Aurora's Wedding”
When: May 5 from 7:30-9 p.m. and May 6 from 2-3 p.m.
Where: Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River Street
Cost: $15-17
Chattanooga Ballet presents Act III of the classic fairy tale, The Sleeping Beauty, along with new contemporary works. Company Artistic Director, Andrew Parker, has created a magical production of elegance and beauty for the enjoyment all ages. In his new staging, created specifically for Chattanooga Ballet, Parker has included excerpts from other sections of the grand fairytale ballet, including the beloved "Garland Waltz" and several of the beautiful "Prologue Variations.” The leading roles will be danced by Chattanooga Ballet artists Samantha Sole, as Princess Aurora, and Dillon Davis, as Prince Desire. The Lilac Fairy will be performed by Nena Widtfeldt, and the vibrant Bluebird pas de deux will be danced by Caroline Blair and guest artist Cole Companion. Included in the cast of characters are Red Riding Hood and the Wolf, as well as The White Cat, and Puss in Boots. The production features detailed, colorful and dazzling costumes on loan from Dallas, Texas. Tickets are available at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre box office at 423-267-8535 and online at theatrecentre.com/current-productions.
Thursday, May 10
Casting The Canvas 3: An Art-Inspired Performance by Ensemble Theater of Chattanooga
When: 6-7 p.m.
Where: Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View
Cost: $5 for Hunter members; $15 for non-members
Join Ensemble Theatre Company for another Casting the Canvas performance. Using new works and themes, visual arts and performance will intermingle in this unique experience. Local actors from ETC will present brief original plays written specifically for this project and inspired by the Hunter collection. A portion of proceeds benefit the Ensemble Theatre of Chattanooga. For more information visit huntermuseum.org.
May 10-13
Cirque du Soleil's CORTEO
When: Specific times available online
Where: McKenzie Arena, 720 East 4th St
Cost: $35-125
This unique production directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca premiered in Montreal in April 2005 and has visited 64 cities in 19 countries. CORTEO, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show brings together the passion of the actor with the grace and power of the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth. The clown pictures his own funeral taking place in a carnival atmosphere, watched over by quietly caring angels. Juxtaposing the large with the small, the ridiculous with the tragic and the magic of perfection with the charm of imperfection, the show highlights the strength and fragility of the clown, as well as his wisdom and kindness, to illustrate the portion of humanity that is within each of us. The music turns lyrical and playful carrying CORTEO through a timeless celebration in which illusion teases reality. The cast of CORTEO includes 51 acrobats, musicians, singers and actors from all around the world. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cirquedusoleil.com/usa/chattanooga.
