8 Days. 5 Stages. Nearly 100 Artists. Tons of Traffic. 

It’s that time again! Love it or hate it, tomorrow is the night when Tennessee River at Ross’s Landing will start it's eight-day shut down for the Riverbend Festival. Whether you're planning on going or planning on avoiding it, we've got everything you need to know! 

Celebrating more than 35 years, this annual music festival features a wide variety of artists covering almost every music genre. With five stages and nearly 100 performing acts, the schedule can get a little crazy. We've included a breakdown of the highlights below, as well as a link to the full schedule Speaking of crazy, don't forget about Riverbend traffic! Check out the info below for all of the road closures you need to…

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…

Chattanooga has an amazing music scene, and many restaurants have hopped on board to include some of those talented musicians in their weekly offerings. Amp up the ambiance for your next meal with some of our top restaurant picks featuring yummy food and live music. 

1885 

3914 St Elmo Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37409
423-485-3050

We never miss a chance to brag on our favorite St. Elmo restaurant, 1885. This local eatery features Southern Coastal fare, plus really amazing patio seating. Although you’ll have to bundle up this season, it’s worth it to enjoy some live music on a Friday or Saturday night. They also usually feature live music during Sunday brunch, so make yourself a drink at the $3.50 bloody mary bar, and enjoy! For more information,…

8 Days. 5 Stages. Nearly 100 Artists. Tons of Traffic. 

It’s that time again! Love it or hate it, tonight's the night when Tennessee River at Ross’s Landing will start it's eight-day shut down for the Riverbend Festival. Whether you're planning on going or planning on avoiding it, we've got everything you need to know! 

Celebrating more than 35 years, this annual music festival features a wide variety of artists covering almost every music genre. With five stages and nearly 100 performing acts, the schedule can get a little crazy. We've included a breakdown below, as well as a link to a downloadable PDF version. Speaking of crazy, don't forget about Riverbend Traffic! Check out the info below for all of the road closures you need to know about. 

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, May 12 to Friday, May 19. 

May 13-14

Tennessee Medieval Faire

When: 10 am. to 5 p.m.
Where: 500 Fiske Rd., Harriman, TN 37748
Cost: $9 - $17

The 3rd annual TN Medieval Faire allows guests to escape to a more innocent time with chivalry and gallantry while meeting King Arthur and Queen Guinevere as they celebrate their 1st wedding anniversary with a market-day festival. Enjoy live jousting tournaments, warriors’ chess matches, trick shows, interactive comedy, Irish and Celtic music, folk and belly dance and numerous artisans selling original wares made of leather, metal, wood, glass, fabric and more. Food at the event will include turkey legs and beer, of…

The Riverbend Festival has been a signature event in the Scenic City for as long as many Chattanoogans can remember. 

The event grew from a small gathering with a few performers and fans for a weekend of music to an 8-day celebration that attracts more than 600,000 people each summer. Now the festival offers five stages with more than 100 bands across genres from classic rock to country to bluegrass. 

Headlining this year’s festival are REO Speedwagon, Country singer Chris Young, rappers Salt-N-Pepa, classic rock band 38 Special and Blood, Sweat & Tears featuring "American Idol" runner-up Bo Bice. Some of the many other acts include Kane Brown, Delta Deep, Here Come the Mummies, Led Zeppelin tribute band Get The Led Out, Trampled By Turtles and…