Friday Five: Chattanooga's Best Events 5/6-5/13
Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, May 6 to Friday, May 13.
Friday, May 6
Bunny Hop! 2016
When: 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: First Tennessee Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd
Cost: $15 - $125
At this fundraiser for Chambliss Center for Children, parents can enjoy an evening with friends and festivities while their kids take advantage of numerous activities such as arts and crafts, a bunny petting station, a balloon artist, inflatables, a photo booth and a sports zone. All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend, including grandparents and adults without children. Adults will enjoy live music, a silent auction and a buffet dinner catered by Events with Taste. Food provided for the children will include Zaxby's chicken fingers, macaroni & cheese from 1885, and treats from other local businesses. Parking is free, and the event entrance is off of Carter Street where attendees can sign in and pay if tickets were not pre-purchased. Reservations are requested ahead of time. To make a reservation, visit bunny-hop.org.
Saturday, May 7
tell me something Derby - Kentucky Derby Party
When: 3:30-8 p.m.
Where: Black Creek Clubhouse, 4700 Cummings Cove Drive
Cost: $100
Chattanooga's Original Kentucky Derby Party, tell me something Derby, is an exciting event benefiting homeless women and children at Chattanooga Room in the Inn. The event includes televised coverage of the 142nd Run for the Roses, open bar and food, prizes for Grand Hat and Best Dressed Gentleman, silent auction and more. Guests must be 21 and up. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (423) 624-6144 or visit chattanoogaroomintheinn.com/events.
Sunday, May 8
Mother's Day Brunch at Georgia Winery
When: 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Where: Georgia Winery, 6469 Battlefield Pkwy, Ringgold, GA 30736
Cost: $40
Start a new tradition for Mother's Day and say thanks to Mom for all she's done for you throughout the year. The Mother's Day Brunch will give mom a break from cooking and allow her to relax and enjoy handcrafted wines from Georgia Winery. Brunch will be served along with a special signature drink prepared for the event. Children aged 15 years and up are welcome at the event, so the whole family can enjoy a special meal together. Reservations are required. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit georgiawines.com/brunch.
Thursday, May 12
Free Family Night Presented by TVA
When: 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut Street
Cost: Free
Gather up the family and visit free family night at the Creative Discovery Museum, one of the top children's museums in the country. Admission is free for both children and adults.
Thursday, May 12
Another Gorgeous Evening
When: 5:30-9 p.m.
Where: Tennessee RiverPlace, 3104 Scenic Waters Lane
Cost: $125
The Tennessee River Gorge Trust will host Another Gorgeous Evening featuring incredible views, food, specialty cocktails, live music, one-of-a-kind artwork and fellow community minded people who want to celebrate local conservation in the Gorge. Individual tickets, sponsorships and reserved tables are available. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit trgt.org/events.
