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🎶 It’s Nightfall season
The 2024 Nightfall season announced
Join the community on Friday nights in the heart of Chattanooga’s downtown. | Photo provided by Chattanooga Tourism Co.
Nightfall, Chattanooga’s longest-running outdoor concert series hosted by Chattanooga Presents, will return for its 36th season this summer.
The 15-week string of concerts held at Miller Plaza will begin on May 26, and continue every Friday evening through September 1.
Along with the live music performances, folks can gather in Miller Park to enjoy food trucks, local artisan vendors, lawn games + and activities for the whole family.
Those 21+ can purchase beer and wine tickets to enjoy a drink during the show. Bulk discounted tickets will also be available for purchase, offering a 20% savings on a packet of 20 beer and wine tickets for the season. Note: non-alcoholic drink concessions will also be on site.
Miller Park and Plaza pack out for the Nightfall concert series in the summertime.
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Photo provided by Chattanooga Tourism Co.
The shows will run from 7-9:30 p.m. each night — opening with a local band performance before the national headliner of various genres. Check out some of the headlining artists below + view the full schedule online.
May 26 | Kaleta & Super Yamba Band
June 30 | Road to Nightfall winners
July 14 | Dexter Bell & Friends featuring Karen Collins + Jimmy Allgood & The It’s Allgood Band
July 28 | Joshua Headley
August 11 | The Banditos
September 1 | Jemere Morgan
Bonus: Want to check out some of the bands’ music before you go? Head to Nightfall’s website to listen to music samples by each headliner.
For more information + updates about the concert series, make sure to follow Nightfall on Instagram.
Events
Today, April 24
Poetry in the Park | Monday, Apr. 24 | 5-8 p.m. | Imagination Station Pavilion, 4910 Swinyar Dr., Ooltewah | Free | Listen to open mic performances, share your own work, and enjoy local food vendors at this celebration for Poetry Month — bring your own chair or blanket.
Monday Night Blues Jam | Monday, Apr. 24 | 8-10 p.m. | Gate 11 Distillery, 1400 Market St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Spend your evening listening to blues tunes from Robin Baker Blues Band.
Tuesday, April 25
Dance Composition 101 | Tuesday, Apr. 25 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $20 | Learn how to use dance composition tools to embody and express thoughts, ideas, feelings, and emotions with instructor Kendra Norwood.
April Community Yoga | Tuesday, Apr. 25 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Sculpture Fields, 1800 Polk St., Chattanooga | $10 | All are welcome to attend this beginner-friendly yoga class — bring a mat or a blanket.
Wednesday, April 26
Art + Health Pop Up | Wednesday, Apr. 26 | 4-6 p.m. | Stove Works, 1250 E. 13th St., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | CEMPA + ArtsBuild are partnering together to offer free health screenings and resources for the community.
Dogs at the Diamond Night | Wednesday, Apr. 26 | 7:15-11:30 p.m. | AT&T Field, 201 Power Alley, Chattanooga | $5-$8 | Bring your pups to the Chattanooga Lookouts game as they take on the Rocket City Trash Pandas.
Thursday, April 27
Planning Your Summer Garden | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $25 | Discuss tips + tricks for getting your summer garden ready with instructor Karen Creel.
“The Cake” | Thursday, Apr. 27 | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St., Chattanooga | $20-$25 | Have fun at this community theater production of a comedy suitable for mature audiences.
The Kelly Administration recently announced several key leadership transitions as it reaches its two-year mark. Chief of Staff Joda Thongnopnua + Senior Advisor Kirsten Yates will depart after playing vital roles in the administration. Yates will be succeeded by Director of Public Affairs Kevin Roig. (Chattanoogan.com)
Announced
Creative Discovery Museum President and CEO Henry Schulson announced he will retire this fall after leading the museum for 26 years. The museum is looking to hire a successor, those interested can check out the job description + apply online.
Cause
The Hamilton County Schools Teacher Supply Hub is seeking volunteers to sort donations and restock its shelves. Shifts are between 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 26 + Thursday, April 27. Sign up to volunteer.
Arts
The Chattanooga Ballet will host Ballet in the Park, a celebration of dance that is free + open to the public on Saturday, May 6 in Coolidge Park. The event will include ballet classes, children’s crafts and activities, and professional performances for all to enjoy.
Community
The community is invited to come out for the City of Red Bank’s 42nd annual Red Bank Jubilee on Saturday, May 6. This free festival will include a “MoonPie Move Run” 5k/10k (register online), live music, food and drinks, games, vendors, and more.
Tech
Tickets are now on sale for the 2023 Scenic City Summit — Chattanooga’s largest technology conference. The summit will take place on June 2 at UTC’s University Center. Bonus: check out this year’s featured speakers.
Asked
“Or will it be information for our lives day to day? / Either way, I will find what I need in my Noogatoday.” That’s a line still dazzling us from our recent poetry contest. Be part of the judging panel and vote for your favorite poem. Fun fact: All the words in our finalists’ poems came from one of our newsletters.
Edu
Did you know? ChattState offers a Radiologic Technology program where grads can get licensed + have a healthcare career in just two years. Bonus: The licensure pass rate and job placement for the program are both 100%. Learn more.*
Drink
Hydration is key this time of year. Need to buy some water that will actually make you want to drink water? Meet Hint and use code 6AMCITY for over 45% off. (Hint: We love the Watermelon and Peach Raspberry flavors.)*
Our online store (Six & Main) now features Burlaep, a Chattanooga mission-based outdoor apparel company and print + craft coffee shop that works to help protect public lands. Check out the cropped tees, hoodies, fanny packs, and mugs. Start shopping now.
Holiday
Get excited to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with our online shop (Six & Main). Cheers with this Margarita Bundle from Simple Times Mixers, and treat your taste buds with Sobremesa, a small-batch mole and salsa company.
Outdoors
Let’s get wild
How to plan an event in a national park
Mammoth Cave National Park is less than 1.5-hours from downtown Louisville. | Photo by NPS
If you’re planning a party — be it a family reunion, a wedding, or just because — we’ve got an idea that’s a breath of fresh air. Why not give your guests a gorgeous view by hosting an event in a national park? Follow these guidelines to make party planning a walk in the park.
Most parks require a permit for special events. Fill out the application well in advance to avoid any delays. Pro tip: Some parks grant a permit up to a year before the event.
I was so glad I got to check out this year’s Sculptures in the Sky event for the first time. It was such a relaxing time walking through the park and watching the kites soar through the air.
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