October
7
The Rivalry Run
Break out your college colors, lace up your running shoes, and enjoy a day of excitement at this 5K event complete with a Tailgate Village for participants and fans alike. The event will be held at Camp Jordan Park and supports The Tim Tebow Foundation and Tennessee’s Kids Belong.
RIVALRY.RUN
8
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Come together with survivors, caregivers, and supporters who are passionate about saving lives from breast cancer. Help raise awareness and funds for groundbreaking breast cancer research, life-saving education, and critical patient services by participating in this noncompetitive three to five mile walk event at Chattanooga State. MAKINGSTRIDESWALK.ORG/CHATTANOOGATN, 423.499.2603
15
7 Bridges Marathon
Enjoy a day full of races including the 7 Bridges Marathon, Desmond Doss Memorial 4 Bridges Half Marathon, 7 Bridges Marathon Relay, 4 Bridges Half Marathon Relay, 5K, and PM Pediatrics Family Fun Run. The races begin and end in Coolidge Park, so you can end the day by exploring Downtown Chattanooga. SEVENBRIDGESMARATHON.COM
16-17
Hullco Heritage Event presented by First Tennessee
This two-day event kicks off with a dinner, concert, and silent auction and concludes with one of the premiere golf tournaments in Chattanooga. All proceeds benefit local charities.
HULLCOHERITAGE.COM, 404.915.7295
20
Kickin’ it for Kids with Cancer
Support the Lee University Lady Flames soccer team as they partner with the Austin Hatcher Foundation at this 8th annual fundraising event benefitting kids with pediatric cancer and their families. Purchase your $10 Kickin’ It T-shirt, enjoy a fun family night, and make a difference in the lives of childhood cancer survivors.
HATCHERFOUNDATION.ORG/KICKIT, 423.243.3471
20
Hand Crafted Wishes: A Celebration of Beer & Food
The 3rd Annual Hand Crafted Wishes event will feature a night of beer and food sampling, live music, games, a photo booth, and more at the Hunter Museum of Art. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Chattanooga Food Bank. Participating restaurants, brewery listings, and ticket information can be found online.
HCWCHATT.EVENTBRITE.COM
21
WALK to End Hydrocephalus
Join the Hydrocephalus Association in Chattanooga to raise money for research, education, advocacy, and community support networks. Registration and check-in begin at 8:30 a.m. at AT&T Field.
SUPPORT.HYDROASSOC.ORG, 423.954.0059
22
2017 Komen Chattanooga Race for the Cure
Support Susan G. Komen’s® vision of a world without breast cancer, and participate in the 2017 Komen Chattanooga Race for the Cure. This event helps to further the care, support, and research efforts both locally and nationally. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. at UTC McKenzie Arena.
KOMENCHATTANOOGA.ORG, 423.499.9155
26
Spooktacular
This fall event at Southern Surgical Arts provides special savings for selected products and services. Enjoy wine, food, music, and chances to win evening giveaways. SOUTHERNSURGICALARTS.COM, 423.758.8943
26
Witches and Wine
Held at Stratton Hall, Witches and Wine brings women together to celebrate the hope of a cure for multiple sclerosis. Dust off your broom and witch hat, and enjoy delicious wine, yummy hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction.
NATIONALMSSOCIETY.ORG, 615.690.5341
27
Signature Chefs Auction
Join the March of Dimes for this annual gathering of the area’s finest culinary talent! Guests will enjoy samples during a 90-minute tasting experience, followed by a live auction and Fund the Mission.
MARCHOFDIMES.ORG, 423.637.7829
28
Tennessee Valley Heart Walk
The American Heart Association’s 2017 Tennessee Valley Heart Walk will be held at AT&T Field in downtown Chattanooga. Check-in for the one mile walk begins at
8 a.m. at AT&T Field. Register online.
CHATTANOOGAHEARTWALK.ORG, 423.763.4406
November
2
Chattanooga’s Ultimate Date Night
Join First Things First at Chattanooga’s Ultimate Date Night! Featuring relationship experts Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley, this year’s event will also include music, photo booths, games, door prizes, and more.
FIRSTTHINGS.ORG, 423.267.5383
3
The Pink Bandana Ball
Join Chattanooga’s finest cowboys and cowgirls at Stratton Hall for a barbeque barn burner to support Emily’s Power for a Cure. Enjoy live music, silent and live auctions, mining for gems, mechanical bull riding, and dancing!
EMILYSPOWERFORACURE.COM
4
Team Hope Walk
Walk with the Huntington’s Disease Society of America and support their mission to improve the lives of everyone with Huntington’s disease. Form a team, donate, or volunteer to provide help for today and hope for tomorrow!
HDSA.ORG/TEAMHOPE, 615.479.2963
18
5K Run to Remember
This annual run encourages participants to raise funds to help put an end to Alzheimer’s disease. New this year, you have the opportunity to fundraise your registration fee! Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Tennessee Riverpark.
ACT.ALZ.ORG/CHATTANOOGARUN, 423.265.3600
23
Grateful Gobbler Walk
The 18th Annual Grateful Gobbler Walk 5K will take place once again on Thanksgiving morning. Walkers and runners will gather at Coolidge Park for festivities before the 8 a.m. start. All proceeds will benefit the Maclellan Shelter for Families.
GRATEFULGOBBLERWALK.ORG, 423.847.5844
23
SportsBarn Turkey Trot
The Sportsbarn Turkey Trot is a Chattanooga family tradition! Choose between an 8K, 3-mile walk (dogs invited!), 1-mile fun run, or a Kiddie K. Proceeds benefit the Kidney Foundation of Greater Chattanooga.
KIDNEYFOUNDATION.COM/EVENTS, 423.265.4397
