Pops on the River, Coolidge Park

Collegedale Freedom Festival, The Commons, Collegedale

July 4th Celebration, Downtown Dunlap, Dunlap

Independence Day Fireworks, AT&T Field

Soddy-Daisy Independence Celebration, Soddy Lake Park, Soddy-Daisy

Carnival Americana, McLemore Club, Rising Fawn, GA

• Greenway Scavenger Hunt | Friday, June 21 | 9-11 a.m. | Imagination Station Pavilion, 4910 Swinyar Dr., Collegedale | Free | Walk, run, skip, bike, or scoot your way along the Wolftever Greenway to locate clues.

• Beep Boop Brunch | Saturday, June 22 | 12-5 p.m. | Stove Works, 1250 E. 13th St., Chattanooga | Free | Join other community members for food + electronic music — bring your own blankets, chairs, drinks, and food for the potluck.
• Cast Iron Storytelling | Saturday, June 22-Sunday, June 23 | Times vary | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $15-$20 | This production will feature six local storytellers and the themes of summertime.

• The Walnut Street Bridge Festival | Sunday, June 23 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | The Walnut Street Bridge, 1 Walnut St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Check out 100+ vendors along the bridge, food trucks, live entertainment, and a “Kidzone” area in Coolidge Park.
• Sunny Sweeney | Sunday, June 23 | 6 p.m. | Songbirds, 206 W. Main St., Chattanooga | $20-$25 | See a performance by this “genre-bending, songwriting spitfire” as she takes the stage in the Scenic City.

• Beginner Zumba | Monday, June 24 | 6-7 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $23.18 | Try out this high-intensity, fun dance class that features a combination of Latin and international rhythms.
• Improv Chattanooga: Open House | Monday, June 24 | 7-9 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | Free | Learn more about improv at this open rehearsal.

• “Mothership Coffee had my favorite coffee, and the open-since-1952 Atomic Bar is super cool. Also, Red Rock Canyon + Valley of Fire State Parks are my must-sees for a nature aspect. It’s otherworldly.” - Kristen Templeton, NOOGA City Editor
• “The M&M’s store is perfect for younger tourists (or to let your inner-kid run loose). I also recommend the High Roller Observation Wheel to truly take in all the sights (at a slow burn).” - Haley Bartlett, NOOGA City Editor
• “If you’re feeling fancy, grab a drink at The Chandelier + ask for the Verbena — and don’t miss the Bellagio fountain show, especially at night.” - Rachel Taylor-Northam, NOOGA team member

• FEMA has issued a disaster declaration for Hamilton County in relation to the May storms. Public assistance funding will be available on a “cost-sharing basis for emergency work and repair/replacement of facilities damaged.” Note: FEMA is reviewing individual assistance. (Chattanoogan.com)

• The Chattanooga Design Studio is hosting a discussion on the urban design and planning process of the Civic Center District on Monday, June 24. From 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., attendees can head to the Waterhouse Pavilion to learn about + provide feedback on plans for the area. RSVP online.

• The City of East Ridge will soon be home to the first Tennessee location of a Cigars International Superstore. The 6,500-sqft spot will be located at 495 Camp Jordan Pkwy. + feature a cigar shop, bar, and lounge with over 1,300 cigar brands.

• Nominations are open for the Southeast Tennessee Chapter of AFP’s National Philanthropy Day awards. The categories highlight “individuals and groups who, through their hard work and dedication, have enhanced philanthropy, their communities, and the world.” Send in your nominees by Friday, July 12.

• McClendon Curtis of the Seattle Seahawks will soon host his Big Curt Camp in nearby Harrison at Central High School. On Saturday, July 13, kiddos ages 7-17 will participate in a three-hour football training, meet the professional athlete + end the day with food.

• UTC was honored in eight different categories by an organization that highlights higher education institutions. The university was designated as a 2024-2025 College of Distinction, a Tennessee College of Distinction + was recognized as a “public institution of distinction, and for its business, education, engineering and nursing program.” (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)

• International Day of Yoga. For its 10th year, this day will be centered on the theme “Yoga for Self and Society.” Celebrate by getting in the flow with one of our local studios.

• Experience zoo animals up close at Urban Wildlife After Dark — a free evening event taking over Heritage Park tonight, June 21 at 8 p.m. Learn about the wild lives of these fascinating critters + stick around afterward for a free screening of the 1961 classic film, “Mothra.”*

• Chattanooga Airport is offering non-stop flights to all our faves this sunny season, including Miami, Chicago, D.C., (and now) Las Vegas + more. Plus, their streamlined approach means goodbye long lines and hello vacation vibes. So, where to next?*