Trying For Something Enjoyable To Do This Weekend? We have Acquired The Rundown

As regular, there are loads of enjoyable and attention-grabbing issues occurring round city this weekend, however that may make it laborious to determine what to do or the place to go. 

So, to make issues a bit simpler to navigate, we right here at The Pulse have referred to as upon our Event Guru Joseph Mosman to focus on among the most attention-grabbing occasions.

Plus, you possibly can at all times take a look at the Local Events Calendar for every thing that’s occurring across the metropolis. And when you’ve got an upcoming neighborhood occasion, live performance, gallery exhibiting, sporting occasion, restaurant opening, and so on., you possibly can submit it to our calendar at no price. 

Festivals, Markets & More

Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival. One of Chattanooga’s favourite fall traditions is again, greater than ever, that includes hundreds of fall vegetation, native makers and distributors, pollinator schooling programs, meals vehicles, dwell music on Friday and Saturday, and loads of family-friendly actions, making for a big day at Crabtree Farms. The community-oriented occasion is an opportunity to attach with fellow plant lovers, whereas shopping for native species, herbs, shrubs, bushes, and perennials, in addition to greens. Every buy on the occasion goes in the direction of Crabtree Farms’ mission to attach of us by schooling and neighborhood engagement. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. September 25-27. Free. Crabtree Farms. 1000 E. thirtieth Street. Chattanooga, TN. crabtreefarms.org

Bacon and Barrel Festival. Get prepared for an adults solely night of wonderful southern meals, all issues bacon, whiskey, and dwell music. Each ticket contains limitless samples of bacon-themed dishes, in addition to 12 whiskey samples, photograph alternatives, entry to dwell music, and way more. There can even be beer, wine, and full sized cocktails out there for buy. Proceeds from the occasion return into supporting the Chattanooga Market, so each ticket bought helps. At the top of the evening, everybody will vote for the winner of the Golden Hog, a contest the place eating places will create their very own bacon or pork themed dishes, after which of us in attendance will vote for his or her favourite to find out the Golden Hog champion. If you want Bacon and Whiskey, that is the pageant for you. 5-8 p.m. September 26. $55-$95. First Horizon Pavilion. 1801 Reggie White Blvd. Chattanooga, TN. chattanoogafestivals.com/bacon

River Market. The River Market is free and occurs downtown each Saturday on the Tennessee Aquarium Plaza, bringing folks collectively in a community-centered and family-friendly ambiance, that includes among the greatest native eats, dwell music, and a myriad of arts and crafts distributors. From soaps, jewellery, CBD merchandise, lotions, and pet merchandise, there’s something for everybody. Each market incorporates a native meals truck on Saturday, and for this weekend’s market, there shall be dwell music from Maria Jordania and a meals truck by C&Ok Snowy Delights. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. September 26. Free. Tennessee Aquarium Plaza. 1 Broad Street. Chattanooga, TN. chattanoogamarket.com/event/river-market-sep26-26

Chattanooga Fall Market. The Chattanooga Market is returning this Sunday with their annual fall market, that includes pumpkins, fall produce, varied themed candy treats, meals vehicles, and even dwell music from Taylor Charles Levin and Justin Moye. The occasion is designed to get of us within the temper for fall, ushering in cooler temps, heat chili, and naturally, soccer. There can even be farm-fresh produce, handmade items, and an unbelievable community-oriented ambiance. Pets should not allowed indoors attributable to well being tips; nonetheless, they will make the most of the adjoining canine park and out of doors areas. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. September 27. Free. First Horizon Pavilion. 1801 Reggie White Blvd. Chattanooga, TN. chattanoogamarket.com

Live Music

Project Pat. Born Patrick Earl Houston, Memphis rapper Project Pat grew to become one of many defining voices of southern rap within the late nineties, immersed within the Three Six Mafia scene, and whereas he was not a core member, his brother, Juicy J was one of many founding members. His breakout album got here in 2001, entitled Mista Don’t Play: Everythangs Workin, that includes members of Three Six Mafia. His rapping fashion is conversational in nature, and his story is one that’s rooted in Memphis avenue life and lots of ups and downs. His newest single, “Waijiaoguan,” was launched in September of this 12 months, and he’s set to convey his signature southern rap flare to The Signal this Friday. 8 p.m. September 25. $44.83 – $70.38. The Signal. 21 Choo Choo Ave. Chattanooga, TN. thesignaltn.com

Drivin N Cryin.  Led on the helm by singer-songwriter Kevn Kinney, Drivin N’ Cryin is among the most distinctive Southern roots rock bands, hailing from Atlanta, Georgia and mixing parts of nation, folks, rock, and alt-roots rock to kind a novel soundscape that has garnered them devoted followers throughout a long time since first forming in 1985. Their newest album can also be the identify of their present tour, entitled Crushing Flowers, and it’s a ten tune document that was launched on April tenth of this 12 months. Expect a enjoyable, rocking night on the good venue for a legendary Southern rock band, Barrelhouse Ballroom. 8 p.m. September 26. $25-$30. Barrelhouse Ballroom. 1501 Long Street. Chattanooga, TN. barrelhouseballroom.com

Vickie Vaughn w/ Courtney Holder.  Vaughn is among the most lauded and revered bass gamers within the up to date Bluegrass scene, and has made a reputation for herself within the scene together with her tender and delightful Western Kentucky-born bluegrass soundscapes. Vaugh additionally gained the International Bluegrass Music Association’s Bass Player of the Year award three years in a row, in 2023, 2024 and 2025, beating out among the greatest bassists within the bluegrass world. She’ll be bringing her sound to Songbirds alongside native singer-songwriter Courtney Holder this Saturday for an evening of bluegrass music to not be missed. 7 p.m. September 26. $25-$31. Songbirds. 206 W Main Street. Chattanooga, TN. songbirds.org

Comedy and Theatre

Michael Longfellow. Longfellow is a Phoenix, Arizona born humorist who grew to become nationally recognized for his three season run as a solid member on Saturday Night Live! Known for his dry and deadpan humorousness, Longfellow made waves on SNL, and his observational comedic method has garnered him a legion of loyal followers. He was an enormous a part of Weekend Update on SNL, and after leaving in 2025, he returned to stand-up and appeared in a 2026 off-Broadway manufacturing referred to as Broken Snow with Tony Danza. He additionally carried out on the 2026 Netflix Is a Joke Festival, and is among the brightest younger comedic acts within the nation touring. 7 and 9:15 p.m. Friday and Saturday. September 25-26. $28-$38.75. The Comedy Catch on the Choo Choo. 29 Station St. Chattanooga, TN. thecomedycatch.com

And bear in mind, you possibly can at all times take a look at the Local Events Calendar for every thing that’s occurring across the metropolis. Plus when you’ve got an upcoming neighborhood occasion, live performance, gallery exhibiting, sporting occasion, restaurant opening, and so on., you possibly can at all times submit it to our calendar at no price.