Featured Events in Chattanooga in July 2025 (July Updated)

Gather at Reflection Riding twice monthly, the third Thursday and fourth Monday of each month from March thru September, for mindful movement, breath, and connection with nature. Chattanooga Yoga instructors will lead 60-minute sessions against a beautiful backdrop of Candy Flats and Lookout Mountain. Facilities will be available at the Welcome Center. Treat yourself to a uniquely majestic experience with Mountainside Yoga at Reflection Riding! If you haven't already signed it, please read and sign the general liability waiver before attending. Each adult attendee must sign this waiver to participate. A parent or legal guardian must sign a waiver for each child participating. Please provide email addresses for each adult (and parent/legal guardian of children) during sign-up. As an outdoor facility, our programs and events are almost always dependent on the weather. In the event of severe weather, programs may have to be canceled. Information Source: Reflection Riding | eventbrite

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Duration: 8 Hours Delivery Mode: Classroom Language: English | Credits: 8 Snacks, beverages, and lunch will be provided during the session. Course Overview: A 1973 survey by The Sunday Times revealed that 41% of people feared public speaking more than darkness, tight spaces, or even spiders. While addressing an audience may seem intimidating, it’s a skill that can be learned and mastered. Core Skills for Public Speaking is an interactive and practical training designed to help participants overcome their speaking anxiety and communicate with clarity and conviction. Whether you’re facilitating a team huddle or speaking on a big stage, you’ll learn accessible strategies to boost your presence and speak with assurance. This hands-on workshop combines practical exercises with effective communication tactics to help you structure your thoughts, polish your delivery, and engage any audience confidently. By the end, you’ll project stronger stage presence, speak with a more refined voice, and elevate both your professional image and personal brand. Key Benefits: Conquer stage fright and present confidently Build a strong, professional speaking presence Understand how to tailor your message for any audience Design and deliver structured, compelling presentations Use persuasive techniques to influence and engage Develop habits for long-term communication success Manage speaking time effectively Use mental focus techniques to stay sharp Cultivate an authentic and powerful speaking style Who Should Attend: This course is ideal for professionals and individuals who want to significantly improve their public speaking and presentation capabilities. ©2025 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Empower your professionals with our Public Speaking training—designed to build confident, impactful speakers who lead with presence. This practical and customizable program strengthens core communication skills, including audience engagement, message clarity, vocal delivery, and stage confidence. Participants gain actionable strategies to overcome speaking anxiety, structure compelling presentations, and deliver with authenticity and poise. By investing in public speaking mastery, you’ll elevate professional presence, boost communication effectiveness, and cultivate powerful storytellers—one confident voice at a time. corporate@mangates.com | info@mangates.com Information Source: Mangates | eventbrite

7:30 am EST Registration and Check-in 8:00 am EST Loss of Peripheral Vision with Leslie Phillips, OD COPE #97403-TD 9:00 am EST OCT Interpretation with Luckson Previl, OD COPE #97405-GL 9:50-10:20 am EST Brunch 10:20 am EST Modern Anti-VEGF Treatment with John Stone, MD COPE #97819-TD 11:20 am EST An Eye on AI with Zach McCarty, OD COPE #97439-GO Information Source: SouthEast Eye Specialists | eventbrite

THOU is a metal band from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Though oftentimes misread as “post rock” or “hipster doom” or lumped in with the Southern sludge, Black Sabbath-worship of New Orleans, Metairie, and Houma bands like Eyehategod, Crowbar, or Acid Bath—they share a more spiritual kinship with 90s proto grunge bands like Nirvana, Alice in Chains, or Soundgarden and the aesthetic and political impulses of obscure 90s diy Ebullition Vermiform hardcore punk. Since its inception in 2004, the band has released five full length albums, seven EPs (some bordering on full lengths), two collaboration records with The Body, two collaboration records with Emma Ruth Rundle, and enough material spread out over splits to make up another four or five full lengths. Those infamous sludge outlaws WEEDEATER finally return with their long-awaited fifth full-length ‘Goliathan’. Their new album marks the crossroads where true Southern rock and metal meet raw humour, old religion, as well as weed and whiskey. ‘Goliathan’ embodies the band’s trademark shuffle and swagger at their fullest. Syrupy slow riffs are buoyed by canyon-deep bass and some of the hardest-hitting drumming since Keith Moon. Full-on bruisers such as “Cain Enabler”, “Claw of the Sloth”, and the aptly-named “Bully” demonstrate that ‘Goliathan’ is delivering a vintage WEEDEATER and the soon-to-be gold standard of Southern sludge metal. At its founding, the band rose like a doobie phoenix out of the ashes of BUZZOV•EN. When the cult sludge act called it a day, bass player Dave “Dixie” Collins teamed up with guitarist Dave “Shep” Shepherd and founded WEEDEATER in the harbor town of Wilmington about the year 1998. Their crushing and massive first full-length ‘…and Justice for Y’all’ (2001) created an immediate buzz, while critics were struggling to put a tag on their sound. Nearly everybody agreed that stoner rock, doom, sludge and some crusty elements were part of the mix, which the band simply calls “weed metal”. The debut was produced by renowned engineer Billy Anderson (EYEHATEGOD, NEUROSIS) as well as sophomore album ‘Sixteen Tons’ (2002). WEEDEATER went out to perform live with CORROSION OF CONFORMITY and ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY among others. After some detours of Dixie Dave, who played shortly with BONGZILLA and SOURVEIN, third album ‘God Luck and Good Speed’ hit the world in 2007 and shifted the band’s focus slightly towards the stoner side. The latest full-length ‘Jason… the Dragon’ got delayed when vocalist Dixie Dave lost a toe due to an incident with his favourite shotgun. When the sludge driven album finally came out in 2011, shows in the US and Europe cemented the band’s reputation as a fierce live entity. After signing to Season of Mist, WEEDEATER reissued their full back-catalogue on their new label. Yet the Bible Belt state of North Carolina, USA remains a fertile ground for hemp and stoner rock. ‘Goliathan’ makes the South smoke again. Lean back and let this monster record blow your mind! WHORES formed in 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia, the trio has established themselves as one of the most successful and motivated bands in the genre today. Elements of Helmet, Melvins, and the Amphetamine Reptile roster can be heard throughout their catalog, but Whores are no regurgitated throwback act. Through intense, cathartic live performances and the perfected aggressive tenacity present on their recordings, the band has gained a fervent following sure to do nothing but grow in the years to come. The band’s new record “WAR.” was recently listed in the “Twenty Best Metal Albums of 2024” by Rolling Stone magazine. L O C A L S U P P O R T TOADSMOKE (CHATTANOOGA DEATH METAL) https://toadsmoke.bandcamp.com/album/demo GUMM (CHATTANOOGA HARDCORE) https://gumm.bandcamp.com/ MY WALL (NASHVILLE DOOM) https://mywall.bandcamp.com/album/over TSURIS (ATLANTA BLACK METAL) https://tsuris.bandcamp.com/album/black-magick-ecstasy DOPE SKUM (CHATTANOOGA SLUDGE) https://dopeskum.bandcamp.com/ Information Source: THE BONEYARD | eventbrite

Join amazing authors in one place at the same time!! Tickets bought are valid for both time slots!! 10 am VIP Acces! 11 am General Admission!! Time slot ends at 2 pm 5 pm VIP Acces! 6 pm General Admission Time Slot end at 9 pm VIP ticket holders will get a VIP tote bag and early access! VIP will have priority access over GA attendance no matter the time! FAQs Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? No, but know there are +18 authors there and there may be exposure to things they learn on the internet ;) I am not responsible for what they learn!! What can I bring into the event? Carts of all shapes and sizes are allowed for carrying books. I purchased a ticket but can no longer attend, can you refund me? No. We have a no refund policy If no refund can you ship me the VIP bags and anything i purchased? We are no longer shipping stuff, when stuff is ordered we will make it for you. If you cant pick it up at the event we are very sorry but we cant ship it Join the readers group to see who is attending as an author: https://www.facebook.com/groups/156202443748519 Information Source: Virginia Johnson | eventbrite

Join us for the 7th Annual Chattanooga FAB Institute July 9 - 11, 2025, in Chattanooga, TN, proudly presented by the Public Education Foundation and Hamilton County Schools, in collaboration with Volkswagen Group of America. Actively engage in a transformative professional development experience for K-12 educators, centered around innovative digital fabrication technologies in our state-of-the-art Volkswagen eLabs. Don't miss out on our Early Bird special ! Register by April 30, 2025 and save 50%. Visit http://www.vwelab.org/chattfab for the latest updates and information. Why Attend? Engage in hands-on learning with cutting-edge digital fabrication tools. Explore a range of technologies including 3D printing, laser engraving/cutting, vinyl cutting, CNC routing, and micro-computing. Start each day with inspiring keynotes from guest speakers. Experience practical, in-depth workshops led by Volkswagen eLab Specialists who serve as full-time teachers in labs in Hamilton County. Pre-conference workshops Enhance your experience by registering for two preconference workshops on July 8, 2025. These sessions offer introductory guidance on utilizing the tools available in the VW eLabs, setting you up for success during the main event. Group Discounts Planning to attend with colleagues? We offer special rates for groups of seven or more. Contact mstone@pefchattanooga.org for more details. This is more than just a conference; it's an opportunity to be at the forefront of educational innovation. Secure your spot today and be part of shaping the future of digital fabrication in education! Information Source: PEF Innovation Hub | eventbrite

Please check our website for updates http://www.vwelab.org/chattfab The Public Education Foundation and Hamilton County Schools are hosting the 7th annual Chattanooga Fab Institute , July 9 - 11, 2025 in Chattanooga, TN, in partnership with Volkswagen Group of America. This unique professional development is designed to give K-12 educators one-of-a-kind experiences as they engage in hands-on learning with digital fabrication tools in our high-tech makerspaces, Volkswagen eLabs ! Back for 2025, attendees can choose to register for up to two pre-conference workshops on July 8, 2025 . These workshops will provide introductory instructions on how to use the tools that are found in the VW eLabs. During registration, please select the workshop(s) you would like to attend during checkout. Each pre-conference workshop will last 3 hours and will provide introductory lessons on the equipment and software used during the Fab Institute. Registration includes access to 2 workshops (one in the morning and one in the afternoon) as well as lunch during the day. Please bring a laptop or Chromebook with you to pre-conference sessions. Information Source: PEF Innovation Hub | eventbrite

Many common behavior issues in dogs—like reactivity, anxiety, or restlessness—stem from a dysregulated nervous system. In this presentation we will talk about a myriad of ways you can help your dog find peace and tranquility. You'll also learn how to co-regulate with your dog, creating a more peaceful connection where both of you feel more relaxed, grounded, and happy. Whether you're looking to improve your dog's behavior or simply deepen your bond, this class offers tools to support emotional well-being for you both. This is a lecture for people, no dogs please! About the instructor: Leah Lykos studied Natural Dog Training with founder Kevin Behan in Newfane, Vermont. Now she's on a mission to help people discover the truly enriching connection they can have with their dogs. Leah's methods include positive, motivational, and somatic-based exercises that create trust, safety, and a lasting bond between dog and owner. For details about our refund and class cancellation policy, visit our FAQs: www.thechattery.org/faqs. Information Source: The Chattery | eventbrite

Trees in urban and suburban communities are faced with many challenges. In this class you'll learn how to nurture your trees and increase their longevity in spite of this. The unfortunate truth is that without intervention many trees throughout the residential areas of Chattanooga will have a shortened life-span. Learn what you can do to prevent this in your own yard and preserve the urban canopy for future generations. About the teacher: Noah Johnston is an ISA Certified Arborist with five years of experience in the tree service industry. He is the owner of Epic Tree Solutions which offers comprehensive tree management solutions to Chattanooga, TN and surrounding areas. Noah is passionate about urban tree canopy preservation and specializes in maintaining the health and stability of large shade trees. When he's not obsessively staring at trees he enjoys time with his wife, their son, two dogs, and a cat. For details about our refund and class cancellation policy, visit our FAQs . Information Source: The Chattery | eventbrite

Dreaming of turquoise waters, sun-soaked beaches, and island-hopping adventures? This one-hour session is your guide to cruising the Caribbean with confidence! Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or looking to make your next voyage even better, we’ll cover everything you need to know — from choosing the right cruise line and itinerary to what to pack, when to go, and how to make the most of your time both on board and ashore. You’ll learn: • The difference between Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean itineraries • Tips for selecting the best ship and cabin for your needs • What’s really included (and what’s not!) • How to choose shore excursions like a pro • Insider advice on when to book and how to save Come with questions and leave ready to set sail on a vacation that’s smooth, relaxing, and unforgettable. About the teacher: Todd Tribby is a retired soldier who has lived abroad and traveled extensively. He and his wife, Toxey, have three adult children. He served for a total of 23 years, first in the Navy and then the Army, before retiring from service. After the Army Todd and Toxey moved to Chattanooga in 2021. He and his family lived in Europe from 2006-2010 and travel as much of Europe as they could before being re assigned state side. His family also had the chance to live in Alaska from 2013-2016. They have also done several cross continent RV trips. There are lots of great stories here! Currently Todd is employed as a JROTC Instructor at East Hamilton High School. 18 months ago he started TnT Travel to fulfill his love of sharing his experiences with those who wish to see the world. For details about our refund and class cancellation policy, visit our FAQs . Information Source: The Chattery | eventbrite

Join amazing authors in one place at the same time!! Tickets bought are valid for both time slots!! 10 am VIP Acces! 11 am General Admission!! Time slot ends at 2 pm 5 pm VIP Acces! 6 pm General Admission Time Slot end at 9 pm VIP ticket holders will get a VIP tote bag and early access! VIP will have priority access over GA attendance no matter the time! FAQs Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? No, but know there are +18 authors there and there may be exposure to things they learn on the internet ;) I am not responsible for what they learn!! What can I bring into the event? Carts of all shapes and sizes are allowed for carrying books. I purchased a ticket but can no longer attend, can you refund me? No. We have a no refund policy If no refund can you ship me the VIP bags and anything i purchased? We are no longer shipping stuff, when stuff is ordered we will make it for you. If you cant pick it up at the event we are very sorry but we cant ship it Join the readers group to see who is attending as an author: https://www.facebook.com/groups/156202443748519 Information Source: Virginia Johnson | eventbrite