🏄‍♂️ The River Games Are Here

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Local Snapshots

🏄‍♂️ Chattanooga River Games Return This Weekend

The Chattanooga River Games, the South’s largest extreme sports and music festival, kicks off this weekend (August 15–17) at Ross’s Landing.

This free three-day event features high-energy competitions in climbing, high diving, wake surfing, and highlining over the Tennessee River. Families can enjoy BMX jumps, bouldering walls, skate zones, and more hands-on activities.

Each night ends with free live music and DJ sets. Founded by professional cliff diver Travis Sims, the festival began as a cleanup-focused cliff diving tour and has since removed over 40,000 pounds of trash from waterways, including 15,000 pounds in Tennessee.

If you’re planning to attend, be sure to check out the schedule and map ahead of time.

🧙‍♂️ Rock City Unveils Its First Rebrand In 25 Years

For the first time in 25 years, Rock City has introduced a fresh new look that brings its resident gnomes into the spotlight.

The updated branding includes a new logo, color palette, and typography, now featured on signage, uniforms, marketing materials, and a redesigned website. Visitors can also enjoy playful gnome statues and a reimagined Gnome Quest that adds a new layer of storytelling to the gardens.

While the branding has been refreshed, Rock City’s mission to create memories worth repeating remains unchanged, and the iconic red barn signs and birdhouses will continue to welcome guests.

You can check out a video showcasing the new branding here.

🍻 Pax Breu Ruim Is Closing Its Doors

Pax Breu Ruim, the popular bar on Chattanooga’s Southside, will close its doors for good on August 19.

The bar is offering half-price spirits now through its final day. On August 19, they’re throwing one last party with a free concert featuring Obelisk and Kasvot Chattanooga.

It’s a chance for regulars and new faces alike to raise a glass and celebrate one of the city’s most unique hangouts before it’s gone for good.

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Weekend Game Plan

Friday, August 15

• Chattanooga River Games at Ross’s Landing: Kick off an action-packed weekend of extreme sports like wakesurfing, rock climbing, and freestyle diving, paired with live music!

• Silent Disco at Collegedale City Hall: Dance to your own beat with wireless headphones at this family-friendly silent disco!

• Lookouts vs. Biscuits at AT&T Field: Cheer on the Lookouts against the Biscuits, capped off with a spectacular fireworks show!

• HAUS of Flow at The Signal: DJ Ricky delivers smooth chill house beats while you are led through an expansive yoga experience!

• Wine and Cheese Tasting at Bleu Fox Cheese Shop: Taste some exquisite wines expertly paired with American Cheese Society-winning cheeses!

• Bobby Stone Film Series: The Six Triple Eight at The Walker Theatre: Catch a showing of a powerful film about the WWII all-Black women’s battalion!

• The Afternooners at The Signal: Groove to a triple bill of indie rock with The Afternooners, Underground Springhouse, and The Band Solstice!

• Ryan Hamilton at The Comedy Catch: Laugh out loud with Ryan Hamilton’s clever and relatable stand-up comedy in an intimate setting!

• Woodstock Celebration at Songbirds: Paul Childers Band and Jess Goggans Band are coming together to perform a tribute to the music of Woodstock!

Saturday, August 16

• The Chattanooga Vintage Market at First Horizon Pavilion: Hunt for retro treasures, vintage clothing, and unique finds!

• True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show at DoubleTree Chattanooga: Solve a thrilling murder mystery over a delicious dinner!

• 20th Annual St. Jude Car, Truck, Motorcycle Show at Ringgold High School: Admire a stunning display of cars, trucks, and motorcycles while supporting St. Jude Children’s Hospital!

• Sunshine Lemonade Festival at The Commons: Sip refreshing lemonade, enjoy live music, and browse local vendors at this zesty summer festival!

• Free Gardening Class at UT Hamilton County Extension: Learn eco-friendly gardening tips to create a sustainable yard!

• Splash Summer Youth Arts Festival at Miller Park: Celebrate young talent with free art workshops, performances, and family-friendly activities!

• Marlow Drive at Songbirds: Enjoy a triple bill of local music with Marlow Drive, Skip Cisto Band, and Little Mule for a night of eclectic sounds!

• Lookout Wild Film Festival at Barrel House Ballroom: Immerse yourself in stunning outdoor adventure films showcasing nature and exploration!

• Lookouts vs. Biscuits at AT&T Field: Celebrate Grateful Dead vibes while cheering on the Lookouts against the Biscuits!

• Dinner in the Depot at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum: Enjoy a six-course meal with live music and an evening train ride into the sunset!

• Field Day at Wanderlinger Brewing Company: Compete in competitions like corn hold, 4 square, dodgeball, long jump, and tug-of-war!

• Riverfront Nights at Ross’s Landing: Enjoy an evening of free music by the river from Dizgo and Jawnra!

• Ben Torbett at The Woodshop: Sway to the soulful blend of folk and gospel from Ben Torbett, Clayton Jones, and The New Gospel!

Sunday, August 17

• Lookouts vs. Biscuits at AT&T Field: Cheer on the boys and celebrate inclusivity with Deaf Awareness Day!

• Kitten Yoga at Humane Educational Society: Enjoy a free yoga class and meet some adorable and adoptable kittens!

• Sip and Paint at Bar Watson: Paint, sip, and shine under the neon lights!

Don’t Miss This

🎙️ Interactive Poetry and Spoken Word Night

August 18 | 7:30 PM | Rhyme N Chatt | Free | More Info

Got something to say? This free, interactive mic night is open to all readers, writers, and listeners!

🎸 Taylor Hollingsworth

August 20 | 8:39 PM | Cherry Street Tavern | Free | More Info

Enjoy an evening of live music with the Birmingham, AL local! Taylor is known for his finger-picked guitar style and “folk ‘n roll” songwriting!

❤️ Preservation Town Hall Meeting

August 21 | 6 PM | Second Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga | Free | More Info

Discuss the current state of preservation in Chattanooga and how the community can work together to build an impactful preservation movement!

🤘 Alice Cooper: Too Close For Comfort

August 21 | 7:30 PM | Tivoli Theatre | $40+ | More Info

Rock legend Alice Cooper delivers his signature “shock rock” experience with a theatrical mix of horror, vaudeville, and hard-driving rock hits!

🤠 Brian Kelly: Sunshine State of Mind

August 21 | 8 PM | The Signal | $35+ | More Info

Brian Kelley, co-founder of Florida Georgia Line, brings his feel-good “Palm Tree Country” sound to Chattanooga with a night of sun-soaked anthems, heartfelt ballads, and beach-inspired energy!

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