June in the Scenic City is packed with free music nights and family fun. | Photo by Jay Strausser via IBMA
This month may be ending, but the Scenic City is getting ready for June to take over with these 20 events:
Summer Movie Series | Tuesday, June 3-Tuesday, July 29 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Patriot Hall, Ringgold, GA | Free+ | Check out Tuesday matinees all summer long with family-friendly movies — from “Moana 2" to “Inside Out 2" — and enjoy $2 concessions. Top Tomato Festival | Sunday, June 8 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion | $15 | Those 21+ can sample five different Bloody Marys to determine which has the best flavor — non-alcoholic versions can be requested.
Southside Juneteenth Jubilee | Saturday, June 14 | 1-4 p.m. | The Bethlehem Center | Free+ | This annual event will feature speeches from elected officials, vendor booths, live music, and food.
Ice Cream Safari | Saturday, June 14 | 4-7 p.m. | Chattanooga Zoo | Price of admission | Go around the zoo to enjoy a cold sweet treat with the animals from Ben & Jerry’s, Mayfield, MoonPie, and more.
The Enchanted Solstice | Saturday, June 21 | 6-10 p.m. | ClearStory Arts | $50+ | Join Chattanooga Pride for a black tie experience featuring performances by the Chattanooga Ballet + an art show sponsored by the Chattanooga Queer Empowerment Collective.
“From Within” | 7-9 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater | $50 | Come out for original works, powerful performances, and Q+As with the artists in The Pop-up Project’s annual showcase.
Crystal Grid Bar | 7-10 p.m. | Almanac Supply Co. | $25 | Build your own kit to create magical crystal grids with clear quartz points + tumbled stones, from dragon blood to carnelian.
Shaken and Salted | 7:30-9 p.m. | The Chattery | $42 | Salted rim optional, fun guaranteed — dive into the world of agave to build the perfect margarita.
Saturday, May 31
World Culture Day | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Creative Discovery Museum | Price of admission | Explore and honor the rich traditions, flavors, and arts of Ghana, Germany, and Pakistan with immersive activities, live performances + hands-on fun.
Planting For Air | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Enterprise South Nature Park Visitor Center | Free+ | Spend a day outside learning about plants + their oxygen impact with planting activities, a plant Bingo hike, games, and more.
Skate Station | Saturday, May 31-Sunday, June 1 | Times vary | Chattanooga Choo Choo | $10+ | Imagine the Choo Choo’s dome as a roller rink — that’s what you’ll experience at this event filled with themed parties + workshops.
Sunday, June 1
Beast Feast | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion | Free+ | Cheer on local food trucks as they compete with barbecue-centric foods at the Chattanooga Market.
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Local R&B group CitiLimitz is sharing its talents with the nation after making it to the audition of season 20 of “America’s Got Talent.” Tune in for the group’s moment on Tuesday, June 3 (we heard they dedicate the performance to judge Mel B.) and stay tuned for our interview with them.
Civic
Hamilton County Commission Chairman Jeff Eversole will hold two public hearings after regular commission meetings to discuss the proposed county budget. On Wednesday, June 4, you can hear about the general budget + on Wednesday, June 11, leaders will discuss the Hamilton County Schools budget.
Announced
Due to popular demand, Billy Strings will play at The Signal for a second night after selling out his exclusive show with Bryan Sutton. Folks can see Strings play solo on Wednesday, Sept. 17 — tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m.
Read
The Chattanooga Public Library’s Make.Play.Read.Learn. challenge is back. Kicking off tomorrow, all ages can participate and track their summer reads through Saturday, July 19 to win prizes — from Ruby Falls passes to local restaurant gift cards.
Cause
South Pittsburg nonprofit Arts in the Burg will host its Prom Time Machine Fundraiser on Friday, June 6. Adults can break out their old prom attire or choose a new decade for a night of dancing, cocktails + dinner, and a silent auction — proceeds will fund art summer camp programming.
Pets
Chattanooga Pet Sitter is pawing around for the Scenic City’s most patriotic pet. Folks can email a photo of their furry friends + the community will vote on the best via Facebook by Friday, June 30. The winner will get three days on a billboard sponsored by Plainview Outdoor Advertising.
A great find in Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale. Get up to 60% off dresses, shoes, tees, and beauty before the sale ends this weekend. Here’s what we’re eyeing:
Things are looking bright for our readers — 39.3% of you answered our recent quiz correctly. In June, Chattanooga is projected to have an average of 14.5 hours of daylight each day.
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