It’s tough to look away during the Chattanooga River Games. | Photo by Nathalie DuPre
The countdown is on to the South’s largest extreme sports festival happening right here in the Scenic City.
The Chattanooga River Games will take over Ross’s Landing next Friday, Aug. 15 through Sunday, Aug. 17. Between the jaw-dropping competitions and live music, it would be tough to get bored during this free, family-friendly festival.
The competitions include high diving from a 60-ft tower, the Red Bull Creepers under the Market Street Bridge, wake surfing, highlining, and more. There will also be an interactive outdoor playground for families to enjoy, featuring skate ramps, a bouldering wall, and multiple slackline setups. Each night of the festival will wrap up with a live electronic music performance.
Events
Events
Wednesday, Aug. 6
Erlanger Baroness Market | 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Erlanger Baroness Hospital | Free | Shop locally made arts + crafts and grab a bite to eat from a food truck at this smaller version of the downtown Chattanooga Market.
Throwback Thursday | 4-8 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art | Free | Take advantage of this opportunity to see the museum’s permanent collection and special exhibit “Walk This Way.”
Chattanooga Area Euchre Group | 5:30-8 p.m. | Stevarinos | Free | Bring your A-game and competitive spirit for an evening of card battles, craft brews, and great company.
Introduction to Intuition | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery | $37.05 | Learn how to better connect to your inner knowing and trust your instincts during this immersive class.
Friday, Aug. 8
Owl Odyssey at Reflection Riding | 1-2 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center | $15+ | Hoo, hoo, hoo wouldn’t want to learn more about barn owls and what makes them so unique?
Free Movie in a Park | 8-11 p.m. | Riverview Park | Free | Grab your blanket and chairs and watch “Despicable Me 4" under the stars.
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The popular Southside bar and dance club Exile is closing its doors. In an Instagram post, the bar shared the words “Last Call” and “Bye Bye,” announcing that its final day will be Saturday, Sept. 27. No reason was given for the closure.
Today Is
The first day of school for ~45,000 students at Hamilton County Schools. If your kiddos have the back-to-school blues (understandable, really), plan to do something fun with them this weekend around our city — here are some ideas.
Drink
A Chattanooga burger with Kentucky bourbon. That’s what could be for dinner tonight, if you pay a visit to Main Street Meats. Bardstown Bourbon Company is doing a bar takeover at the restaurant, with National Brand Ambassador Jaz’min Weaver whipping up cocktails and interacting with guests.
Announcement
The Chattery has announced plans to buy its former classroom space at 1800 Rossville Ave., one year after it was destroyed by fire. The nonprofit launched a $50,000 campaign to support the move, which will expand programming, creative space, and community access.
Traffic
Drivers, take note: Operation Move In at UTC runs Wednesday, Aug. 13 through Thursday, Aug. 14, bringing road closures and parking restrictions to safely welcome students to campus. Expect delays around 8th, Vine, O’Neal, and 5th Streets. Closures begin Tuesday, Aug. 12 at 5 p.m. and continue through Thursday afternoon.
Environment
Chattanooga’s Hamm Road Equalization Station is getting some well-deserved praise — it has helped keep nearly 850 million gallons of wastewater out of the Tennessee River. With three large storage tanks, the station can hold up to 30 million gallons of wastewater, helping prevent overflow during storms. (Chattanoogan)
Plan Ahead
Any Deadheads out there? The Lookouts will celebrate the Grateful Dead on Saturday, Aug. 16, with a pre-game tribute concert at 6 p.m. The team will wear special tie-dye jerseys during the game against the Montgomery Biscuits, and fans can even score some Grateful Dead merch in the team store.
Tech
This one’s for the techies. Nominations and applications are open for the TechX Awards, celebrating top tech talent and innovation in Chattanooga. Nominations and applications must be submitted by Tuesday, Aug. 12 and the winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 25.
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FREE MOON PIES! Okay, now that I have your attention — here’s the scoop: We’re expecting a full moon this Saturday, and Friends of the Festival is partnering with Moon Pie to give away Chattanooga’s favorite treat at Riverfront Nights.
So grab your Moon Pie (before they’re all gone) and get lost in the music of Chattanooga-based opener Swayyvo and headliner Yacht Rock Schooner.
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