Friday Five: Chattanooga's Best Events 10/14-10/21

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, Friday, October 14 to Friday, October 21.

Friday, October 14

RiverRocks - Best Town (For) Ever

When: 6-10 p.m. 
Where: 700 Block of Cherry Street
Cost: Free

This free, public event held in the 700 block of Cherry Street, including businesses and alleyways along the way, will serve as the finale event for RiverRocks and celebrate much of what makes Chattanooga so special, including local musical entertainment, local food and brews, elevated slack lining, circus-type roving performances and an expo of Chattanooga's outdoor outfitters and nonprofits. For more information, visit riverrockschattanooga.com/best-town-forever.

Fridays & Saturdays in October

Acres of Darkness: Haunted Trail & Family Adventure

When: Family area 7:30-9:30 p.m.; Haunted trails 8-11 p.m.
Where: Audubon Acres, 900 N. Sancturary Road 
Cost: $10-15

Face the forest's natural dangers and more in Chattanooga's naturally terrifying haunted attraction. Featuring an all new cast of characters and surprises, the 2016 Haunt Trail is haunted by a host of terrors you won't see anywhere else. The Acres of Darkness is fun for the entire family with activities and entertainment for all ages. Play it safe on the kiddie trail or brave the Haunted Forest Trail. A family area includes a hayride, kid's activities, a black light maze and inflatables. All proceeds benefit the environmental conservation and education programs of the Chattanooga Audubon Society. For more information, visit acresofdarkness.com.

October 15-16

Chattanooga Oktoberfest

When: Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Chattanooga Market, 1829 Carter Street
Cost: Free

As Chattanooga's oldest and largest Oktoberfest celebration, this festival draws crowds locally and regionally each year. Many come to enjoy the sights, smells and sounds of the German traditions, bringing their families for a day of entertainment, shopping and live musical performances. The annual festival includes an array of Oktoberfest traditions: brats and other German inspired foods, four bier gartens featuring over 99 local and season craft brews and the Wurstbrats Oompah Band.

Sunday, October 16

Arts Meow Art Sale

When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Coolidge Park, 200 River Street 
Cost: Free

The fourth annual ARTS MEOW, a celebration of community cats is scheduled on National Feral Cat Day. The art sale features cat-themed works by local artists. Proceeds will benefit The Alice Fund, providing medical care and support for cats in need.

Wednesday, October 19

Advertising Advice from Chattanooga's Leading Professionals

When: Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: The Chattanoogan, 1201 South Broad Street
Cost: $20-25

Advertising can be daunting for business owners. There are many choices and strategies to consider. AAF Chattanooga will be bringing together Chattanooga's top talent in print, television, cable, radio, outdoor and social media for a moderated panel discussion luncheon. "HELP! Local Advertising Advice from Our Leading Professionals," will cover everything from the strengths of each medium to the best way to determine your target market. Members of the panel include: Mike Baskin Director of Sales at Brewer Broadcasting, Leslie Kahana Director of Advertising at the Chattanooga Times Free Press, Casey Knox Director/Writer from Southside Creative Group, Heather Nelson General Sales Manager at Fairway Outdoor Advertising and Bill Thornton Director of Sales at Comcast Spotlight. For more information on AAF of Chattanooga and to purchase tickets, visit aafchattanooga.com.