Festival details

• This is a 21+ event, you must have a valid ID for entry.
• No pups allowed (aside from service animals).
• Your ticket includes unlimited samples of bacon-themed dishes + 15 whiskey samples.
• Attendees will be able to enjoy live music + photo ops.

Local competitors

• Amada Tapas & Wine
• Barque
• Cherry Street Brewing NorthShore
• Common Table
• The Edwin Hotel
• Honey Seed
• Kinley Chattanooga
• Nic & Norman’s
• Mike’s Tavern
• Mexiville
• Public House
• The Read House
• Ruby Sunshine
• Southside Social
• Stills + Mash
• Whiskey Cowgirl
• Wine Down Bistro
• Ryan’s Pepperworks

• Hannibal Buress | Wednesday, Sept. 13 | 8 p.m. | The Walker Theatre, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $44-$55 | Enjoy a comedy and music performance by Hannibal Buress, known for his roles in “Broad City” + “The Eric Andre Show.”

• InterMission: A Celebration of the Arts in Chattanooga | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Roland Hayes Concert Hall at UTC, 752 Vine St., Chattanooga | $125-$250 | Celebrate the impact of the arts + honor recipients of the Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership Awards with special guest Alan Cumming.

• Noontunes | Friday, Sept. 15 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Broad Street (Aquarium Way-High Point Climbing Gym), Chattanooga | Free+ | Spend your lunch break with a street carnival-themed version of this concert series with music by the ChattanooGuys.
• Free Movie Night | Friday, Sept. 15 | 8-10 p.m. | Chester Frost Park, 7989 Causeway Rd., Hixson | Free | See a free outdoor movie screening of “The Incredibles” — bring your own blankets and chairs.

• Chattanooga MORE THAN PINK Walk | Saturday, Sept. 16 | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Hamilton Place, 2100 Hamilton Pl. Blvd., Chattanooga | Donation | Walk around the mall for breast cancer awareness + enjoy a party at the finish line.
• Rock the Ridge Festival | Saturday, Sept. 16 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Walden’s Ridge Civic League, 2501 Fairmount Pk., Chattanooga | Free+ | Celebrate the wildlife + environmental efforts in the Scenic City with live music, food trucks, and native plant vendors.

• A special permit has been issued for the expansion + upgrade of the Dallas Bay Skypark. A potential buyer is additionally seeking a zoning change for the area to operate as “a fly-in residential community offering a mix of new housing, hangars, and clubhouse facilities.” (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

• The TN Riverpark Boat Ramp (near the Hubert Fry Center) will temporarily close at 6 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 14. The ramp will reopen to the public on Friday, Sept. 14 at 12 p.m.

• Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Chattanooga Red Wolves during their next home game on Saturday, Sept. 15. The Noche de Lobos event will feature a DJ spinning music, a full Hispanic food menu takeover, and a post-match fireworks show. Get your tickets.

• We’ve got the in-cider information. The annual Apple Festival at The Chattanooga Market returns this Sunday, Sept. 17. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., several farms will offer their apple harvest along with fresh ciders + apple treats.

• Southern Adventist University will host National Geographic photographer, filmmaker, and author David McLain on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. McLain’s presentation will be held at the university’s Illes P.E. Center + tickets will be sold for $10 at the door. (Chattanoogan.com)

• In case you missed it, there are limited spots left for the Chattanooga Humane Educational Society’s Drive For Lives Golf Tournament on Monday, Sept. 25. Be the first to play a tournament on Lookout Mountain Club’s newly renovated course + compete for prizes.

• Tickets are on sale for the Tennessee Aquarium’s Family Sleep in the Deep overnight program. Participants will be able to take a guided tour through the aquarium, meet an animal ambassador, take part in a scavenger hunt, and enjoy a light breakfast in the morning. Read the FAQ.

• Dramatic and moody, yet tranquil and grounded. Are we describing ourselves, or Sherwin-Williams’ Color of the Month for September 2023? Discover the color for your next home project.^

• 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.*

• Out with the hard, in with the high — seltzer, that is. Rebel Rabbit is leading the way with their alcohol-free, cannabis-infused seltzers that can be shipped anywhere in the US. Add to cart.*

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• Kathyphantastic items are perfect for spicing up your wardrobe, water bottle, or fridge. From unique magnets to art prints, shop the collection.

• The internet’s favorite tumbler — the 40-oz. Stanley Quencher — is in stock in cute colors like pool, jade, and orchid.

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• It doesn’t get more luxurious than the Drowsy sleep mask, which is silky smooth on skin and completely light-blocking for the deepest sleep.