Celebrate local art at the Between the Bridges Festival

Enjoy live music and art from local makers at the annual Between the Bridges Festival.

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See work from artists of all different mediums at this festival.

Photo by Lisa Houser via Between the Bridges Festival

Looking for a way to appreciate and support Chattanooga artists? Check out the annual Between the Bridges Festival happening Saturday, Oct. 19 + Sunday, Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Coolidge Park.

The annual, free-to-attend festival put on by the Association for Visual Arts (AVA) will feature artwork from 40+ local area artists. AVA has also partnered with Scenic City Clay Arts againto host its SCCA Potter’s Alley during the festival on Saturday only. Work from local ceramic artists who are members of SCCA will be available for attendees to purchase.

Bonus: The park will also be bustling with a 25th anniversary celebration on Saturday and the 7 Bridges Marathon on Sunday. Shop and browse the artwork while enjoying carousel rides, activities, and food offerings from the adjoining events.

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