Things to do in Chattanooga Area this Weekend: Tax-free Weekend, Vann House Day, Recess at the Choo Choo
For people searching for activities to engage in this weekend in the Chattanooga area, options are available in abundance. Highlights include – Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday, Vann House Day in Chatsworth, Georgia, and Recess at the Choo Choo. Let’s delve into more details of what awaits.
Arts and Photography
The Photographic Society of Chattanooga continues its summer show at the Gallery at Blackwell with member works on display. The exhibition will run through Aug. 23. Meanwhile, Chattanooga Public Library’s downtown branch continues hosting the exhibit, “Path to the Presidency” showcasing more than 100 years of presidential campaign memorabilia.
There are also two exhibitions at the Association for Visual Arts. “Things Around the House” in the main gallery and “A Month in New York: Covenant Art Students Study Collage” in the Landis gallery. In-Town Gallery continues showcasing “Dangerous Drawings,” featuring acrylic and ink works by artist Doug McCoy.
Creative Arts Guild and ClearStory Arts
The Creative Arts Guild in Dalton, Georgia, is concluding two exhibitions on Friday – “Chasing Yutori,” works inspired by the Japanese concept of Yutori, by artist Janet Campbell Bradley and “Art of Clay,” by the member artists of the Georgia Clay Council.
ClearStory Arts will hold a closing celebration for its exhibition, “Elsewhere,” and an open house focused on themes of fantasy, futurism, nostalgia, and more.
Comedy
Improv Chattanooga is gearing up to present a Dungeons and Dragons-themed improv comedy night at The Chattery. Be ready to have your ribs tickled and your funny bone challenged.
Film and Music
The Tennessee Aquarium Imax 3D Theater will host a live broadcast of the Summer Olympics opening ceremony, featuring athletes parading down the Seine River in Paris.
In the world of music, Barrelhouse Ballroom has multiple shows lined up and Songbirds will have two shows to the week’s end. The outdoor summer concert series, Nightfall, continues for the season inviting musicians Prince T and Off the T.O.P.
Out and About
Adventure seekers can explore Nooga Splash at Chester Frost Park, and roller skating lovers will find delight at Skate Station hosted by Dazey Skate Co., at the Chattanooga Choo Choo. If in the mood for shopping, then the Sales Tax Holiday in Tennessee is a must-visit, as clothing, school, art supplies, and personal computers come with hefty tax exemptions.
For a relaxed day out of town, visit the Antique Militaria & Americana Show and Sale in East Ridge, or join the crowd at Vann House Day at the Chief Vann House State Historic Site in Chatsworth, GA.
Sports
Sports enthusiasts can find entertainment with the Chattanooga Steam, the city’s professional fast-pitch softball team at Frost Stadium at Warner Park. There’s also the Chattanooga Football Club game taking place at Finley Stadium.
For runners, the Lula Lake Land Trust is hosting a 5-mile group trail run with an impressive elevation gain of 500-feet.
Theater
Theater lovers can experience a spellbinding performance of “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” presented by The Ringgold Playhouse, or take a trip to the Chattanooga Theatre Centre to watch the production of “La Cage Aux Folles.”
The weekend in Chattanooga promises to be a treat for residents and visitors looking to immerse themselves in local culture, arts, sports, entertainment, and festivities.
Source: HERE News Network
Author: HERE News