Summertime provides the perfect opportunity to explore, discover fun adventures, and make long lasting memories. Chattanooga and the surrounding areas are home to endless prospects that include activities for all ages and interests.
Nomad Be Happy
Imagine having a perfectly equipped vehicle to facilitate exploration and adventure on your own timeline, enjoying the sights along the way. That is exactly what Nomad Be Happy provides. “We are here to set you up for the best adventure experience possible by ensuring our vans come with everything you could need to explore vanlife,” says Robby Eskridge. “We are the perfect vehicle for all levels of outdoor exploring - from never camps to backpackers - you can be surrounded by nature, have some creature comforts, and be able to control your trip and experience more than flying.”
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The Signal Mountain Playhouse
The Signal Mountain Playhouse, the area’s only outdoor theater, proudly presents “The Wizard of Oz.” Performed by a veteran cast and production team, this family favorite show continues the Playhouse’s 53-year tradition of bringing the best of Broadway to the tri-state area. The Playhouse amphitheater is located at the corner of Rolling Way and James Boulevard and guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for comfort. The show opens on July 11th with performances on July 12, 17-19, and 24-26, starting at 8PM. The box office opens each evening at 6pm and chairs may be placed after tickets are purchased. Tickets are $5 for children 12 and under and $15 for all others. The Playhouse accepts cash, checks, and Venmo.
facebook: SignalMountainPlayhouse | 423-763-7219
Reflection Riding
Within 10 minutes of downtown Chattanooga, explorers can enjoy 300 acres of natural habitat. With a variety of educational programs and trails to traverse, visitors experience the great outdoors while learning about the animals and plant life that sustains the area. On-site programs include immersive nature-based experiences for individuals, families, and groups of all sizes, guided nature hikes, and wildlife education. The Native Plant Nursery allows visitors to browse and purchase native plants that benefit the local ecosystem. The campus also hosts the Wauhatchie Forest School and an annual Summer Camp for kids.
reflectionriding.org
The Woodshop Listening Room
The best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga, The Woodshop, is an all-ages, intimate listening room with a neighborhood bar vibe. Nestled in historic St. Elmo, weekly programming like Jhett Black’s Tuesday Bluesday, Wednesday Jazz and Trivia, Thursday Southern Soul, and Forever Bluegrass Friday, showcases some of the region's best American roots music. With a cozy, and family-friendly beer garden, elevated cocktails, craft beers, mocktails and a delicious BBQ menu, The Woodshop is a must visit destination for the hungry listener. Nationally touring bands are often featured on Thursdays and Saturdays.
thewoodshoplisteningroom.com
The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport
Looking to have an adventure out of town without the hassle of layovers and changing planes? Airlines flying out of the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport are continuing to expand direct flights to cities around the U.S. Travelers can now enjoy direct flights to Fort Lauderdale, Newark, Orlando, Dallas-Fort Worth, Charlotte, and Washington D.C. with the expectation of adding Chicago to the list this fall. These direct flights provide easy access to unlimited adventures, simplifying travel planning and enhancing the fun.
www.flycha.com
The Line Up Off Battlefield: Music & Movies Series
The fun continues for the Line Up Off Battlefield Music & Movies series with exciting events on the first and third Friday nights of the month through August 19th. On July 5, families can extend Independence Day celebrations with Fireworks Fest that kicks off at 6:30pm. The remaining events include family-friendly entertainment starting with live music at 6:30pm, followed by a movie on the big screen at 9:00pm. Events are held at the Northwest Georgia Amphitheater. Admission is free. Food and crafts will also be available on-site.
www.catoosarec.com/events