Friday Five: Chattanooga's Best Events 8/17-8/24
Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, August 17 to Friday, August 24.
Saturday, August 18
Feed the Endangered Red Wolves
When: Noon
Where: Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37419
Cost: Free with admission
Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center is a proud participant in the Red Wolf Species Survival Plan (SSP). They currently have six endangered red wolves in a captive breeding program right here in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Meet in the Native Animal Exhibit for a discussion on the critically endangered red wolf, including the federal Species Survival Plan that brought them to the facility. Sign up for a chance to feed the wolves yourself, and give as you can to help them feed them after you leave. This event, including admission for the day, is free with a suggested donation of $8-20 per guest. For more information, visit reflectionriding.org/join.
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through September
Summer Music Weekends
When: All day
Where: Rock City Gardens, 1400 Patten Rd.
Cost: $12.95-$22.95
Enjoy some of the best toe-tapping old time blue grass and a mix of modern and folk country music combined with a Seven States View during Summer Music Weekends... featuring the music of Matt Downer - Old Time Traveler and daily performances by up and coming bluegrass, country and folk music. Spend a summer day at Rock City Gardens, enjoy a glass of fresh squeezed lemonade, plan to dine at Cafe 7 - serving southern cuisine with a modern twist - AND check out the Rock City Raptors Birds of Prey shows in the Critter Classroom. For more information, visit seerockcity.com.
Saturday, August 18
Chickamauga Battlefield Bike Ride
When: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Where: Chickamauga Battlefield Visitors Center, 3370 Lafayette Road, Fort Oglethorpe, GA
Cost: Free
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park and Outdoor Chattanooga will continue offering a series of free, historical bike tours through Chickamauga Battlefield, every third Saturday of the month from May to October.
Saturday, August 18
Improv vs. Stand-Up
When: 10-11:30 p.m.
Where: Improv Chattanooga, 1800 Rossville Ave Suite 106
Cost: $10 in Advance, $15 day of show, $5 for students
It's a comedy showdown! Come see Improv comics battle stand up comedians in a winner take all competition! Each stand up will do a 7-minute set. Then the team of crack improvisors will take the stage to do a series of scenes based on that comic's set. Then, at the end of the night, you vote wth your applause as to who was funniest. Who'll win? This event is rated a hard R. No one under 18 admitted. Alcohol won't be sold on site, but this event is BYOB, and there will be concessions for sale. Pre-order your ticket online and get a free small popcorn when you arrive! For more information, visit improvchattanooga.com.
Friday, August 24
Jam and Bread
When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut Street
Cost: $3-5
Looking for a lively night of kid-friendly music and fun? Look no further. It's time for Jam and Bread featuring The Party Truck! Jam and Bread is a spirited music concert series for families and children that features live entertainment, pizza, and the chance to play in the Creative Discovery Museum after-hours. Dinner and dancing and music will be everywhere as local band The Party Truck, takes the stage to perform traditional and original songs for children. Music begins at 6:45 and will last approximately 40 minutes. Admission is $3 for members, $5 for non-members. Reservations are encouraged. Register by calling Nancy at 423-648-6045 or Sheila at 423-648-6040. Walk-ins are welcome, but please bring cash. Checks and credit cards not accepted at the door. For more information, visit cdmfun.ejoinme.org.
