• Shakespeare in the Park | Friday, May 5-Saturday, May 6 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Greenway Farm Park, 5051 Gann Store Rd., Hixson | $0-$120 | Bring a blanket or lawn chairs to watch a local production of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” + enjoy local food trucks and vendors.
• Cinco de Mayo Party | Friday, May 5-Saturday, May 6 | 10 p.m.-2 a.m. | 107 Entertainment, 2255 Center St., Chattanooga | $10-$80 | Join the largest Latin dance community in Chattanooga for food and drink specials all night long.

• Southern Blooms Festival | Saturday, May 6-Sunday, May 7 | 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Rock City Gardens, 1400 Patten Rd., Lookout Mountain | $19.95-$29.95 | Explore the scenery of 400+ native plants and flowers, enjoy spring treats from local food vendors + more.
• Chattanooga Bacon Festival | Saturday, May 6-Sunday, May 7 | Times vary | Camp Jordan Amphitheater, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy., East Ridge | Free+ | Shop from 150+ vendors and food trucks + enjoy family-friendly activities.
• Running of the Chihuahuas | Saturday, May 6 | 12 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Come out for the 14th annual ROTC race, participate in a best-dressed contest, enjoy live music by Olivia Lunny, and more.
• “Cirque de la Symphonie” | Saturday, May 6 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Memorial Auditorium, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $15-$90 | An elegant fusion of cirque and orchestra featuring aerial flyers, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, strongmen, and more.

• Strawberry Festival | Sunday, May 7 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Buy fresh strawberries from nearby farms, shop sweet treats inspired by the fruit from local vendors, and listen to live jazz music.

• In case you missed it, The Wilderness Outdoor Movie Theater is open for its 2023 season. Take a trip to the drive-in to watch a movie, or even a double feature Fridays-Sundays — you won’t want to skip out on the popcorn.

• Attention Hamilton County residents, seasonal burning restrictions are currently in effect. During this period, no residential or commercial burning is allowed within Hamilton County. Note: the ban will be in place through Sept. 30.

• Double Up Food Bucks — a healthy food incentive program that “increases low-income shoppers’ purchasing power” — has come to Chattanooga. The program has partnered with Brainerd and Main Street Farmers Markets, Gaining Ground Grocery + Crabtree Farms. (Chattanoogan.com)

• It’s Cinco de Mayo this weekend, and Chattanooga has several ways to celebrate. Check out our guide to join in on the fun.

Why go?

• Beach season runs from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. Pack your sunscreen and Shibumi (created by three UNC-Chapel Hill grads) and head straight out at Stone Street for a day on the sand.

Act like a local

• Your trip is not complete without Trolly Stop. Grab a Carolina dog with lemonade for lunch. Make dinner reservations at Seabird in Wilmington and order the smoked yellowfin tuna + tomatoes.

Where to stay:

• Vrbo: Soundfront condo, this top-floor condo features waterfront views and a boat slip perfect for a quiet coastal getaway (~$424/night)

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