While beer is one of those drinks that is fitting for any season, we prefer our brews local + being sipped on in the sun of a beer garden.
Here are five beer gardens based on unique drinking vibes.
When you prefer a cold one with a game on Shady’s Corner, located on Cemetery Avenue, offers an outdoor haven for those 21+. The large, turfed area features booths and picnic tables, a secondary outdoor bar + TVs with the biggest games happening.
When your pup is your drinking buddy
What’s better than a dog park and a beer garden? Play Wash Pint’s outdoor space offers fun in the Southside for your fur friend and yourself by having a full tap + beer cart, allowing you both to play your own version of fetch.
Your four-legged friends can join in on the fun, too.
When you’re looking for a family affair
The Central Avenue location of Oddstory Brewing Co. is perfect for larger groups to sit outside and enjoy brews made right inside — the kiddos can even get a little hoppy themselves with the swinging benches + lawn games.
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Speed Friending | 6-8 p.m. | TailGate Brewery | Free+, RSVP | Connect with like-minded women within the community during this fast-paced evening to make new friends.
Heartstrings for Hope | 7 p.m. | Memorial Auditorium | $52+ | See four of Nashville’s finest country artists join Kelley Lovelace in an intimate, acoustic concert —benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Dragon Bingo | 7-9 p.m. | The Dragon Lounge | $5+ | Practice your “Bingo” shouts to win prizes + sip on drinks, while supporting The Seed Theatre.
Wednesday, March 12
Winter 2025 Showcase | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | The Chattery (Broad Street) | $5 | Join Improv Chattanooga for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, wit, and boundless imagination.
Thursday, March 13
Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Vegetable Garden | 6-8 p.m. | Crabtree Farms | $30 | Learn to create healthy soil for thriving plants, the best location for your garden, different growing seasons + organic pest control techniques in this beginner-friendly class.
Friday, March 14
S’mores & Sounds | 6-8 p.m. | Red Bank City Park, Red Bank | Free | Gather with friends and family under the stars to enjoy music by The Briars while enjoying s’mores by the fire.
You might want topractice your doggy paddles. Hamilton County Parks and Recreation will open the Dog Paddle Park at Chester Frost Park on Tuesday, March 18. This off-leash park features fenced-in areas, shaded seating, and a splash pad for the pups.
Development
Updated plans for the expansion of Walker Rocks Park, in nearby Rock Springs, GA, have been revealed. Notably, new inclusive elements include a communication board, a sensory station + a sensory summit roundabout. Bonus: Folks are invited to vote on the selection of play sensors.
Outdoors
UTC Professor of Health & Human Performance Andrew Bailey is working with a student group to identify recreational needs for McDonald Farm — a 2,000-acre site acquired by Hamilton County. Have ideas for the farm? Fill out this ~10-minute survey.
Cause
The Chattanooga Zoo + Partnership for Families, Children and Adults will host ASL Day on Saturday, March 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All keeper chats and meet-and-greets (think: with the snow leopards, a capybara, a sloth, etc.) will have an American Sign Language interpreter.
Community
Cocoa Asante’s packaging parties are back — on select Sundays in March, April + May, you can volunteer to help this local chocolatier. Shifts are for at least two hours, and for your hard work, you’ll get complimentary pizza and drinks. You might just see City Editor Haley on March 23.
Eat
Clumpies Ice Cream Co. is scooping out its 10-year anniversary on Saturday, March 22. You can head to the St. Elmo location from 12 to 5 p.m. to celebrate with games, vendors, and fan-favorite flavors. Bonus: They’re hiring an ice cream maker.
Theater
The Performing Arts League will put on A Dramatic Affair on Thursday, March 27. From 5:30 to 10 p.m., ticket holders will enjoy cocktails, a wine pull, hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction + end the night with a special sneak peek at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre’s production of “Dreamgirls.”
Plan Ahead
NorthShore is getting a new festival — Frazier Festival is slated for Saturday, May 3 + is a celebration of local businesses, artists, and makers along the well-traveled street. Applications are open now through Saturday, March 15 for interested vendors.
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Kids
Send the kiddos on Spring Break
Hike to see the waterfall at Lula Lake during Open Gate Day. | Photo by @raphrodriguez
School’s out forever (just kidding, only Monday, March 17 through Friday, March 21 for Hamilton County Schools’ Spring Break). Check out the fun during this seasonal programming:
The Chattanooga Public Library
Starting on Saturday, March 15, each branch will host activities like Pokémon challenges, Oreo taste testing, and more.
Lula Lake Land Trust
Register for the Spring Break Open Gate Day on Friday, March 21 for guided hikes, biking trails, and learning about conservation efforts. Kids will remember hiking to the beautiful waterfall.
The Sweet & Savory Classroom
Put your kiddos ages 8-13 into a different kind of classroom where they will spend four days learning recipes from a chef, starting Tuesday, March 18.
Hamilton County Parks and Recreation
During Spring Break, you can send your kids to different parks to enjoy DIY activities (think: making suncatchers + tie-dyeing clothes), explore McDonald Farm, and see an outdoor movie.
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