Big-time bluegrass stars, an “American Idol” runner-up and extra doses of comedy are on the entertainment horizon. Here’s a look ahead, along with a reminder to check with venues about the latest COVID-19 protocols before heading out.
MUSIC
– 3 Sisters Festival: Bluegrass heavyweights Ricky Skaggs (at 9:30 p.m. Friday) and the Del McCoury Band (at 8:30 p.m. Saturday) will headline this free music festival at Ross’s Landing, 100 Riverfront Parkway. Nine other bands will add their high lonesome and contemporary sounds 6-11 p.m. Friday and noon-10 p.m. Saturday. 3sistersbluegrass.com
File Photo / Bluegrass star Ricky Skaggs headlines the Friday night portion of the 3 Sisters Festival at Ross’s Landing. The Del McCoury Band will be Saturday’s headliners.– The Allman Betts Band, which includes the sons of three founding members of the Allman Brothers Band – Devon Allman (son of Gregg), Duane Betts (son of Dickey) and Berry Duane Oakley (son of Berry) – will be in concert at 8 p.m. Friday at Walker Theatre, 399 McCallie Ave. (inside Memorial Auditorium). Tickets are $30-$45. tivolichattanooga.com
– Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., hosts local singer/songwriter Ryan Oyer in an outdoor performance 7-9 p.m. Thursday in support of his new album, “Rise and Shine.” Tickets are $12.50 in advance, $15 at the door. Proceeds from this Chattanooga Song Circle performance go to the artist, with a portion to the venue. Bring lawn chairs for seating. barkinglegs.org