The Wurstbrats, an ensemble from within the Sweet Georgia Sound big band, will play Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 15-16, at Chattanooga Market's Oktoberfest celebration.Fall Fairs and Festivals Guide
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Non-scary options
1. Chattanooga Oktoberfest and Oktoberfest 5K
Chattanooga's oldest and largest Oktoberfest celebration takes place at the Chattanooga Market Saturday from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. - 5p.m. The free annual festival features brats and other German inspired foods, four bier gartens featuring over 99 local and season craft brews, and the Wurstbrats Oompah Band.
The 5K will begin Saturday at 8 a.m.
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2. Rock City's Blowing Springs Farm Featuring the Enchanted Maize
Rock City offers a local family favorite that will be sure to be a hit with the kids. Enjoy the corn maize, live animals, new pumpkin market, tractor rides and more.
This even will be here all month from Sept 30 - Oct. 30. You can get more information here.
3. Cleveland Apple Festival
While not technically in Chattanooga, this Cleveland-based event is a local favorite that truly has something for people of all ages. It will take place in Downtown Cleveland Saturday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and 1-6 p.m. Sunday. The cost is $5 for adults, $4 for senior adults and children ages 4-12, $20 family pass for two adults and up to four children. The event features craft and food vendors, music and a free kids zone.
Visit clevelandapplefestival.org for more information.
4. Gallery At Blackwell Fall Show
Looking to do something inside while enjoying the local arts scene? The Photographic Society of Chattanooga currently has its Fall Show going at the Gallery at Blackwell. The theme is "Around The Town." The Gallery's hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 12 PM. The show runs until Nov. 4, 2016.
Find more information here.
5. 10th Annual Gordon County Antique Engine and Tractor Club Show
Of the events that made this list, this is the farthest away, but what would Fall be without tractors? Well, for starters, we wouldn't have as much food, but this event features more than just a good meal. You can enjoy the daily power parade, tractor games, vendors, exhibits, demonstrations, games for the kids, wheat threshing, baling and more. The event runs Friday and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. The cornbread dinner begins Saturday at 11 a.m.
Find more information here.
6. Fall into Fun
Two local artists, Dee Grove and Kimberly McMillian, combine their talents onto tiles, woods, canvas and a little more Oct. 15, from 1 - 3 p.m. at ArtCrafters in historic downtown Dayton, TN. Their exhibit will be on display from Oct. 15 - Nov. 2.
You can find more information here.
For the fear seekers
Editor's note: Some prices and times have changed since last year. Please visit the attraction's website to confirm information.
1. Haunted Cavern
* Where: Ruby Falls, 1720 S. Scenic Highway.
* Hours: 8 p.m. every Friday through Sunday, plus Oct. 13, Oct. 20 and Oct. 31; begins with Freak Parade at 7:30 each night.
* Possesses: A Flesh Farm, a world torn by infection and chaos, 26 stories underground, plus an above-ground haunt. New characters for this year's theme plus returning favorites like the Hellevator, chainsaws and fire-breathing.
* Admission: $25 Fridays, $30 Saturdays, $20 Sundays (discounts for tickets bought online). Group discounts first two weekends and Sundays.
* Phone: 423-821-2544
* Website: www.hauntedcavern.com.
2. Haunted Barn
* Where: 5017 McDonald Road, McDonald, Tenn.
* Hours: 7 p.m.-midnight every Friday and Saturday night, Sept. 30-Oct. 29.
* Possesses: An actual barn with 16 rooms of frights.
* Admission: $20. Discounts for groups of 20 or more with reservations.
* Phone: 423-396-9790.
* Website: www.thehauntedbarnchattanooga.com.
3. The Haunted Hilltop
* Where: 8235 Highway 58.
* Hours: 7 p.m.-midnight opening weekend, Sept. 30-Oct. 1. Then 7 p.m.-1 a.m. every Friday and Saturday in October, plus 7 p.m.-midnight Oct. 30-31.
* Possesses: A haunted hayride through woods and a cornfield, haunted house, state-of-the-art props, bonfires, concessions, outdoor television, music.
* Admission: $20.
* Website: www.thehauntedhilltop.com.
4. Acres of Darkness Haunted Woods and Family Adventure
* Where: Audubon Acres 900 North Sanctuary Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37421
* Hours: Fridays & Saturdays in October starting Friday Oct. 14th. The Family Area is open 7:30 - 9:30 pm with the Haunt Trails open 8:00 - 11:00 pm.
* Possesses: A haunted forest trail, kiddie trail and a family area with a hayride, kid's activities, black light maze and inflatables.
* Admission: $15
* Website: http://www.acresofdarkness.com/hours--prices.html