Welcome to our first-ever NOOGAweekend newsletter, a new weekly product of NOOGAtoday. We know you like to plan ahead, so we’ll be sending these every Thursday to help you get a jump on the weekend. Give it a read, then let us know what you think.
Editor Kristen here. It’s going to be a happening weekend with MAINx24 kicking things off this Saturday. There are a lot of events to be excited about — you can check out some of what we’re stoked for here. If the 24-hour festival isn’t enough to keep you busy this weekend, here are some other exciting events happening in town.
EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Friday, Dec. 2
Food Truck Friday | Friday, Dec. 2 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga, 5704 Marlin Rd., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Grab your lunch from 15 local food trucks during this event.
City of Red Bank Christmas Parade & Festival | Friday, Dec. 2 | 4-8 p.m. | City of Red Bank Park, 3817 Redding Rd., Red Bank | Free+ | Enjoy local vendors, food trucks, music, a beer garden, a parade + more at this holiday festival.
“I Am Woman” | Friday, Dec. 2 | 5-8 p.m. | In-Town Gallery, 26 Frazier Ave., Chattanooga | Free | Come out to In-Town Gallery’s final showing of the year featuring portraits by award-winning local artist Miki Boni.
Saturday, Dec. 3
MAINx24 | Saturday, Dec. 3-Sunday, Dec. 4 | Various times | Southside, various locations | Free+ | Prepare for this 24-hour festival celebrating Main Street and Chattanooga’s Southside with a parade, music, cook-offs, poetry reading, and lots more.
Gingerbread Workshops | Saturday, Dec. 3 | Various times | Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | $55 | Decorate pre-built gingerbread houses, enjoy cookies and hot cocoa, and more — price includes museum admission.
A Very Merry Christmas | Saturday, Dec. 3 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mountain Arts Community Center, 809 Kentucky Ave., Signal Mountain | Free+ | This market will feature over 50 vendors, food trucks, and holiday cocktails.
Sunday, Dec. 4
Asian Lantern Festival at the Chattanooga Zoo | Sunday, Dec. 4 | 6-10 p.m. | Chattanooga Zoo, 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga | $16.50-$21.50 | Light up your night with illuminated lanterns + interactive displays to celebrate the art, culture, and beauty of traditional Asian lantern festivals.
Chattanooga Market-Holiday Market | Sunday, Dec. 4 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Chattanooga Market, 2 Carter Plaza, Chattanooga | Free+ | The Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters offering unique gifts + goods for the holiday season.
“Every Christmas Story Ever Told” | Sunday, Dec. 4 | 2:30 p.m. | Chattanooga Theatre Center, 400 River St. | $20-$25 | Enjoy a comedic retelling of some beloved holiday classic tales in this annual production.
Calling all country music fans. Multi-platinum artist Brett Young will perform at Chattanooga’s Memorial Auditorium on April 23, 2023 during his upcoming tour with Morgan Evans + Ashley Cooke. Tickets go on saleFriday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m. and are expected to sell out quickly.
Coming Soon
Uncle Larry’s Restaurant will have the grand opening of its East Brainerd location on Saturday, Dec. 10 with extended hours from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Come out to the new location + enjoy live jazz music by Frank Bumpass from 6-8 p.m.
ICYMI
In case you missed it, EPB recently unveiled its holiday window display at its main office in downtown Chattanooga. The display created by EPB employees + STEM School students will be open to the public until Friday, Jan. 6.
Planning a getaway? Check out Atlanta, GA, a historic city with world-class arts, eats, and experiences.
Why go? The Georgia Aquarium — the largest aquarium in the country and among the largest in the world — is an awe-inspiring spot that’s perfect for the entire family.
Act like a local: Eat your way along Buford Highway, making sure to enjoy the pillowy, budget-friendly Dim Sum at Dim Sum Heaven.
Where to stay: This charming home that’s within walking distance to the Atlanta Zoo and the BeltLine.
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SHOP
Seasonal
The perfect gift doesn’t exi — meet our local makers gift guide. Browse unique, handmade gifts crafted right here in Chattanooga by sellers on Etsy. We’re talking personalized beanies for toddlers, gold-speckled wine cups, and gift boxes for bird watchers. Get shopping. 🎁
Wellness
It’s officially December. The key to keeping your spirits up and avoiding seasonal affective disorder this time of year? Sunlight. Magic up more sunshineindoors with a light therapy lamp. This glare-free mood light is height and angle adjustable, while this subtly designed lamp lets you adjust light warmth and brightness. ☀️*
Pets
A holiday gift your pet (or your friend’s pet) will love: a monthly BarkBox filled with treatsand toys, all customized to your pup. There’s even monthly themes — we can’t wait to see what cuteness the December box will bring. 👀*
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