• Mayan Kitchen | Introducing last year’s winner for its blood orange marg with a grapefruit salt rim, we’re hoping for tangy flavors from this spot known for its Latin cuisine + tequila bar.
• Little Coyote | This smoked meats + fresh tortillas restaurant offers classic flavors on its everyday menu — and we heard they will be serving up a watermelon margarita for the event.
• Mezcla Cocina Y Cantina | We would gladly take any sample this spot makes — especially if it’s similar to the hibiscus marg that uses hibiscus from the tequila to the salt on the rim.
• Amada Tapas & Wine | Taking after its namesake, expect the selection to be as lovable as the seasonal drinks on its menu.
• 423 Taco | This joint is one of Editor Haley’s favorite places to sit outside + enjoy a specialty margarita — so much so, that it sparked this roundup last year.

• Tier One | $49 — ends after today, July 12
• Tier Two | $54 — starts tomorrow, July 13
• VIP | $95 — new this year + gets you early entry, a complimentary welcome beverage, and access to a VIP area

• Movie Night | Friday, July 12 | 8-11 p.m. | Tennessee Riverpark, Hubert Fry Center Oval, 4301 Amnicola Hwy., Chattanooga | Free+ | Bring your chairs and blankets for a screening of “Top Gun” under the stars while enjoying free popcorn, food trucks + yard games.

• Five Year Birthday Bash | Saturday, July 13 | 1 p.m. | Be Caffeinated, 14 W. Kent St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Celebrate this local coffee shop’s anniversary with live music, a vendor market, and food + drinks at its NorthShore location.
• Riverfront Nights | Saturday, July 13 | 6-10 p.m. | Ross’s Landing, 201 Riverfront Pkwy., Chattanooga | Free+ | Head to the Chattanooga Green to see performances from The Peterson Brothers and Swayyvo + enjoy a night of family fun.
• Buddy Guy | Saturday, July 13 | 8 p.m. | Memorial Auditorium, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $75.50-$133.10 | Fill your evening and ears with blues tunes, played by this guitarist + singer who’s making an encore stop on his “Damn Right” tour.
• Coke’s 125th Anniversary Celebration at The Lookouts | Saturday, July 13 | 7:15-11 p.m. | AT&T Field, 201 Power Alley, Chattanooga | $6-$11 | Celebrate Coke’s 125th Bottling Anniversary with five-cent Cokes all game long. Fans will also have the chance to win fun Coke prizes with Coke’s Nine Innings of Winning.*

• Summer Yoga in the Park | Sunday, July 14 | 9-10 a.m. | Renaissance Park, 100 River St., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Relax, stretch, and soak up the sun in a guided flow with YogaNooga — bring your own mat.
• NOOGAtoday at Literary Ink Tattoo Convention | Sunday, July 14 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Chattanooga Convention Center, 1 Carter St., Chattanooga | $20-$80 | Come out for a panel and Q+A led by Editors Kristen and Haley on local journalism.
• 1964 The Tribute | Sunday, July 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Walker Theatre, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $38.95-$59.90 | This tribute band is taking the audience back to when The Beatles first toured the US.

• Hamilton County Commissioners passed a resolution restricting short-term vacation rentals (STVR) for “unincorporated areas of the county.” Rentals are banned for lots that are smaller than one acre + property owners in agriculturally-zoned areas must have a lot larger than two acres to start up a STVR. (News Channel 9)

• TDOT contract crews have revised their construction timelines for the South Moore + McBrien Road Bridges project. Both bridges are now expected to reopen in January of 2025, six months later than expected, due to five new beams being re-fabricated.

• Sign-ups are still open for the Wild Trails Five Star 50 Paddle Race on Monday, July 15. Participants will paddle through five waterways beginning at 5 a.m. Note: There is no charge to participate + the race is self-supported and self-timed. Confirm your spot via email.

• Local nonprofit CALEB will host a Vote Together Day on Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chris L. Ramsey Sr. Community Center. Resources that will be available include rides to the polls, Spanish + ASL translators, short-term childcare, and disability support. RSVP to attend.

• Applications are open for the Best of Tennessee Craft Exhibition, an event that highlights craft artists across the state. The exhibition will be on view at the Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts in Gatlinburg from Monday, Oct. 14 through Sunday, Dec. 13. Learn more + apply by Wednesday, July 31.

• As the hot, sunny + dry weather continues in Chattanooga, Tennessee American Water has shared tips to conserve water usage outdoors. Bonus: Customers of the business can also track their water usage utilizing the Water Calculator.

• No. 8. That’s where Downtown Chattanooga ranked on the “Top 100 Locations to Eat Healthily on a Budget” list by Badcredit.org. Readers highlighted the Scenic City for its numerous eateries that serve “wholesome, affordable meals.” Check out where to find good grub in town.

• Frothy Monkey has teamed up with The Co-Op Frosé & Eatery to serve up frosé in Southside. Those 21+ can swing by the bar after checking out the Skate Station pop-up or strolling through The Choo Choo’s gardens to cool off with a frosty bev.

• Tickets are now on sale for ArtsBuild’s second annual InterMission, an event focused on celebrating the arts in Chattanooga held on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Along with the festivities, the recipients of the 2024 Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership will be honored.

• Feeling lost in a sea of generic health advice? Lumen analyzes your unique metabolism with a single breath in the morning — and we scored you 15% off.*

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