• Fleet Feet + Oddstory Pub Run | Wednesday, May 31 | 6 p.m. | Oddstory Brewing Co., 1604 Central Ave., Chattanooga | Free+ | Run a 5k route through downtown Chattanooga + enjoy pint night prices at the brewery after the run — runners meet at 5:45 p.m.
• Warner Park Pool Open | Wednesday, May 31-Sunday, Aug. 13 | Times vary | Warner Park Pool, 1254 E. 3rd St., Chattanooga | $3 | Enjoy one of the largest pools around — plus a splash pad, kiddie pool, and floating obstacle course.*

• Art + Issues with A Step Ahead | Thursday, June 1 | 6-7 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave., Chattanooga | Free | Explore the work of abstract artist David Park in an art-inspired discussion about reproductive education + access with A Step Ahead Chattanooga’s Mandy Cowley.
• Ryan Adams & The Cardinals | Thursday, June 1 | 8 p.m. | Memorial Auditorium, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $39.50-$99.50 | See alternative country singer-songwriter Ryan Adams and his band The Cardinals take the stage.

• Job Fair | Friday, June 2 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Volkswagen Chattanooga, 8001 Volkswagen Dr., Chattanooga | Free | Learn about 500+ production positions that are open at Volkswagen and all the company has to offer its employees.
• “From Coffee to Cocktails” | Friday, June 2 | 5-8 p.m. | In-Town Gallery, 26 Frazier Ave., Chattanooga | Free | See the depictions of the joy in day-to-day life from morning to evening with Jennie Kirkpatrick’s new show.

• Lagerfest | Saturday, June 3 | 2-6 p.m. | Wanderlinger Brewing Co., 1208 King St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Try small batch recipes, rarities, collabs + guest taps from local breweries at this mini-fest.

Outdoor excursions

• Experience the natural wonders of Congaree National Park on foot or by water. With 25+ miles of hiking trails and 2.4 miles of boardwalk, there are many ways to explore the Congaree wilderness, including guided canoe tours.
• At night, the Purple Martins take flight. Each summer the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their summer vacation. The best way to see this phenomenon? Book a boat tour. Pro tip: The number of birds peaks in mid- to late July.

Explore indoors

• Housed in the historic 1893 Columbia Mill textile building, the South Carolina State Museum tells the history of the state through traveling museum exhibits, permanent collections, and educational programs. (Planning a date night? Check out Friday Night Laser Nights for classic rock and stunning visuals.)
• Named one of the top 10 zoos in the country by TripAdvisor, the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is home to 2,000+ magnificent animals and houses one of the nation’s most beautiful and inspiring botanical gardens.

• Construction is underway on the Tennessee River Gorge’s Aetna Mountain Trails. Led by IMBA Trail Solutions, a crew is working on the first phase of building biking + hiking trails with an anticipated opening in the fall of 2023.

• The City of Chattanooga’s Community Development Department will increase its operational hours beginning Saturday, June 3 to allow for increased community programming. Notably, community centers will now be open on Saturdays from 12-4 p.m.

• The Chattanooga Market’s annual Ice Cream Social will return this Sunday, June 4 at the First Horizon Pavilion. For the price of a $10 donation ticket, attendees can sample ice cream from five local creameries + vote for their favorite — all proceeds will benefit Girls Inc. of Chattanooga.

• The East Ridge Splash Pad will open for its 2023 season on Thursday, June 1. The splash pad is located behind the Pioneer Frontier Playground at 1509 Tombras Ave. + will operate daily from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. through September, weather permitting.

• Minor League Baseball recently named Chattanooga Lookouts reliever Tommy Eveld as the Southern League Pitcher of the Week. Tommy only allowed two hits in five shutout innings during his recent appearances. Way to strike them out, Tommy.

• POMKT will host a free-to-attend opening reception for Laura Scorey’s “In Dreams” gallery on Thursday, June 1 from 5-7 p.m. at its storefront, located at 1428 Williams St. Laura’s work will be available to view + purchase at POMKT through Wednesday, June 14.

• Career shopping? ChattState’s Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) program opens the world of skilled trades to students looking for a fast-track career option + great lifelong earning potential (think: industrial technology, electrician services, nursing, medical assisting, and more). See potential careers.*

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

• Which Vrbo Vacation Home of the Year is most your style? Maybe it’s the mountain views and woodsiness at this Big Sky cabin. Or maybe it’s a Hamptons holiday at this breathtaking retreat. If vacation means heat, spas, and golf courses, check out this Palm Springs poolside property.*

• We recently shared news about the 2nd Annual Negro League Appreciation Weekend from Friday, June 9-Saturday, June 10. We mistakenly wrote that the first 1,000 fans on Saturday’s game would receive seat cushions, but those attendees will actually receive Choo-Choo pennants.

🎟️ Before you go

• Cashless | Load up a Cash 2 Card for any value up to $500 or visit on-site reverse ATMs
• Prohibited items | Chairs, pets, non-clear bags + bags “bigger than 12x12x6" — see the full list + reserve a locker to hold your allowed items
• Accessibility | Visit the Visitors Tent to get a wristband for accessible viewing area access

🎸 Once you’re there

• Stages | Coca-Cola, Ultra + Chevrolet — plan your experience with the daily schedules
• Hydration stations | Three free water-refill stations throughout the venue
• Fun sips | Grab a beverage at several bar stations + the Craft Beer Garden featuring new cocktail offerings like dragonfruit vodka mules and pineapple mules