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A market that keeps things fresh each week
Get ready to spend your Sundays at the First Horizon Pavilion because market season is almost here. | Photo by @chattamarket
“Welcome back,” we all say in unison as the Chattanooga Market gears up for its opening weekend on Saturday, April 26 + Sunday, April 27 under the First Horizon Pavilion.
For its 25th season, you can expect your favorite produce + artisanal vendors to return, live music, food trucks, and more — there’s just nothing like picking up fresh flowersand spending the day shopping in the shade.
Now that we’ve got you excited for this market’s return, here are 10 Sundays you don’t want to miss throughout the season.
Strawberry Festival, May 4
From strawberry salsas and chocolate-covered bites to strawberry-scented candles, you can enjoy the fresh taste of hand-picked berries from our regional farms.
Top Tomato Festival, June 8
Those 21+ can purchase a $15 ticket to sample five different Bloody Marys to determine who has the best flavor — non-alcoholic versions can be requested.
Chattanooga Oktoberfest, Oct. 11 + 12
You can find German traditions under the pavilion during this weekend, from chicken dances and brats to a biergarten featuring craft brews to fill your steins.
Japanese Street Food | 6-9 p.m. | Sweet & Savory Classroom | $99 | Learn to create yakitori, onigiri, okonomiyaki + ichigo ame that will transport your taste buds to the bustling markets of Japan.
Connor Smith x Dylan Marlowe | 8-11 p.m. | The Signal | $34+ | Enjoy the twangs of country music from these two artists who hail from Nashville + Southeast Georgia.
Friday, April 11
Flower Power | 6-8:30 p.m. | The Chattery (Broad Street) | $39 | Join Greenishblues for a spring-inspired beading class where you’ll learn how to create daisy chain necklaces and bracelets.
“Peter Pan” | Friday, April 11-Sunday, April 13 | Times vary | Chattanooga Dance Theatre, Hixson | $19 | Get ready to be transported to Neverland as you see dancers bring this beloved fairy tale to life on the stage.
Masters Club Dinner | 7-10 p.m. | Albatross Golf Sim & Bar | $89 | Celebrate this indoor golf spot’s 3rd anniversary + the Masters with a replica menu of the club dinner, free golf bays, and drinks.
Saturday, April 12
Spring Migration Birding Walk | 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Crabtree Farms | Free, RSVP | Take a walk with the experienced birders of the Chattanooga Bird Club to see the winged creatures heading north or returning to nest on the farm’s property.
Swing Into Spring | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | McDonald Farm, Sale Creek | Free+ | Bring the family for a day of enjoying the fresh air + blooming memories with live music, egg hunts, vendors, historic house tours, and more farm fun.
Chattanooga Taco + Tequila Bar Crawl | 12-5 p.m. | NorthShore | $29+ | Stroll through the Scenic City to try tacos + drink specials at the participating locations along the way.
The Chattanooga City Council has approved the proposed changes to the city’s tree ordinance, the first comprehensive update in 35 years. The new ordinance works to preserve the area’s canopy for development — see what’s new.
Closing
Not feeling hot about this. The owners of Hoff & Pepper shared with us that they will cease operations on Friday, April 25. The hot sauce company started in 2013 + was even featured on season 16 of “Hot Ones” — get your sauce while you can.
Opening
In case you missed it, NorthShore vintage shop Electric Crocodile will host a grand opening of its expansion on Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Folks will be able to be the first to shop in the added 2,000 sqft + 20 new vendors, including a Croc Kidz space.
Community
Neighborhood Services + CALEB are partnering together for the Neighborhood Leadership Academy. To help strengthen community relationships and goals, members who are registered with neighborhood associations can participate in one of the eight sessions happening May-June — sign up online.
Watch
Get ready to meet Chattanooga’s Sister City Tono, Japan. Barking Legs Theater will host a free premiere screening of its “Cultural Cross Ties Documentary” on Tuesday, April 15. Starting at 6 p.m., you can watch the film, enjoy Japanese tea and snacks + hear from participating Tono artists via Zoom.
Cause
The Chattanooga Humane Educational Society will join The Ooltewah Club’s Open House Charity Tournament on Saturday, April 19 at 2 p.m. Your $30 registration fee will get you entry to the nine-hole game + family-friendly fun, with a portion of the proceeds supporting animal rescue efforts.
Coming Soon
The Lookout Mountain Incline Railway is set to reopen this summer, as long as there aren’t delays in construction. In case you missed it, the landmark was closed in December when a wildfire impacted the area — see the journey of reconstruction.
State
Bookmark your calendars for July — FalconGuides will release its latest book, “Tennessee Summits” by Johnny Molloy, featuring 45 of the best mountain hikes, lookouts + scenic views across the state. The book is done geographically with detailed information on key specs, maps, hike descriptions, directions, and more.
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Saturday, April 12 is Record Store Day (RSD) — get ready to find out what local stores will be spinning some good deals.
Yellow Racket Records | Get your picks from a selection of more than 1,000 limited edition records (that’s 300 unique RSD titles) starting at 9 a.m. on a first-come, first-serve basis. Bonus: Check out these collaborations with other businesses, including a special beer release.
For The Record | Peruse various RSD titles and exclusive deals at this local spot + get a goodie bag (while supplies last) from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Inherent Records | Folks can not only check out RSD selections but also get 10% off all non-RSD titles starting Friday, April 18 through Sunday, April 20.
Bonus: Check out the full list of special releases you can find on Saturday. We’ve got our ears set on David Bowie’s “Ready, Set, Go! (Live, Riverside Studios ’03),” an exclusive record.
Speaking of records I want to snag soon, I got to see The Japanese House play at The Signal this week, and it’s safe to say that the show is now in my top three of artists I’ve seen play in town. Hearing some of my all-time favorite songs by her was such a wonderful experience (and her vocals live are something everyone should hear).
The Buy
The shoe of the summer: sneaker mules (aka smules). Effortlessly stylish and easy to slip on, these can be paired with your go-to shorts, sundresses, linen jumpsuits, and more. These are five of our favorites:
👟 Under $150: Dolce Vita’s sporty-chic sneaker mules in a fun + flirty pink floral pattern.
👟 Under $80: This pair by Anne Klein that will go with practically everything in your closet.
👟 Under $60: Blowfish Malibu’s platform style with adjustable lacing and a unique patterned insole.
👟 Under $50: These Naturalizer white leather smules made with comfort technology for all-day walking.
👟 Under $30: These canvas kicks available in 15+ colors and constructed with a memory foam insole for maximum comfort.
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