Della Mae
Friday, April 3 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Songbirds
Doors at 6:00 PM
Show at 7:00 PM
Seated Show
Each generation, perhaps once a decade, bluegrass experiences a band or an artist that redefines and recenters the genre itself. Della Mae is one such band.
The GRAMMY-nominated string band was founded in 2010 and over the next decade and a half they’ve demonstrated to the roots music world, once and for all, that a band of all women is not, nor has ever been, a mere novelty. They remain at the forefront of the explosion of women instrumentalists and all-women acts in roots music and their impact is striking and measurable – not just in North America, but around the globe.
Now 15 years since their origin, Della Mae can boast their strongest lineup yet. Founders Kimber Ludiker and Celia Woodsmith are joined by guitarist and songwriter Avril Smith and vocalist and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn.
There has never been a band like Della Mae in roots music before, but thanks to Kimber Ludiker, Celia Woodsmith, Avril Smith, Vickie Vaughn – and all of the women who have been part of this band over its long life – we know there will be many more bands, singers, songwriters, and pickers just like Della Mae in the future.
Price: $25 ADV / $30 DOS / $35 Front 2 Rows
Hug A Bunny
Friday, April 3 - Saturday, April 4 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Chattanooga Zoo
Pet cute rabbits, meet the Easter Bunny and party in the bounce house as you explore the Zoo and see your favorite animals! Plus, celebrate Spring with themed crafts, fun games, animal meet and greets and a special keeper chat schedule. Make sure to keep an eye out for the Golden Egg hidden on Zoo grounds - whoever finds it wins a free family membership to Chattanooga Zoo!
General admission is included with each Hug a Bunny ticket, and regular Zoo tickets will not be available or valid on these days. Additional activities like train rides, giraffe feedings, and carousel rides will be available for a small fee. Hop over to our MEMBERSHIP page to become a member and save 70% on Hug a Bunny tickets!
Please note - for the comfort and safety of our animals, guests are not permitted to hug or hold live rabbits at Hug a Bunny. Instead, attendees are encouraged to touch and pet the rabbits. Thanks for your understanding and concern for animal welfare!
Price: $20.95 - Non-Member Adult $18.95 - Non-Member Senior $17.95 - Non-Member Child $5.95 - Zoo Members of all ages Children 2 years old and younger are free
Chattanooga Stampede Pro Rodeo
Friday, April 3 - Saturday, April 4 | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | First Horizon Pavilion
April 3rd - 4th! ONLY $20 for kids and $25 for adults!
•TICKETS AND INFO: https://twistedhornrodeo.com/chattanooga-marketing
•WHEN: 2-Day Event! April 3rd - 4th, 2026. Friday and Saturday (7:30pm).
•WHERE: The First Horizon Pavilion in Downtown Chattanooga, TN (1826 Reggie White Blvd.). Fully covered, Rain-Proof Arena located directly across from Finley Stadium.
•WHAT TO EXPECT: Don't miss this 2-day action-packed adrenaline pumping event brought to you by Twisted Horn Rodeo Company! We’ll feature Top Cowboys and Cowgirls from all over riding for Points and Prize Money as they compete to qualify for the year end finals with hopes of winning the Championship Gold Buckle. We’ll have the wildest broncs and bulls, trick riders, bull fighters, rodeo clowns, mutton bustin’ for the kids, food, vendors, a top-notch award-winning announcer, and much more!
•TICKETS AND INFO: https://twistedhornrodeo.com/chattanooga-marketing
•"LIKE" this “Chattanooga Stampede Pro Rodeo” Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572086306671
•EVENT LINK: Respond “interested” or “going” to the following Event Link to receive important updates. (https://www.facebook.com/share/1HXocUmdbt/)
•BECOME A SPONSOR: Partner with us and gain tons of advertising! Click https://twistedhornrodeo.com/become-a-sponsor for information.
•BECOME A VENDOR: Click https://twistedhornrodeo.com/become-a-vendor for information.
•MUTTON BUSTIN: Enter your child in the Mutton Bustin' (sheep riding) ASAP as spots are limited. Register at https://twistedhorn.rodeoticket.com/rodeos/chattanooga-stampede-pro-rodeo/2026/register
•TICKETS AND INFO: https://twistedhornrodeo.com/chattanooga-marketing
• HOST HOTEL: DoubleTree by Hilton Chattanooga Downtown
407 Chestnut Street | Chattanooga, TN 37402
(423) 756-5150
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chachdt-doubletree-chattanooga-downtown/
Book your lodging reservation and stay where the Cowboys and Cowgirls of the Stampede will be! They are providing all guests with a free 5-minute Shuttle to and from the Pro Rodeo Arena!
Price: $20.00 -$25.00
Spring Plant Forage Walk
Saturday, April 4 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Bird Fork Farm
Have you wanted to learn about what edible and medicinal plant allies are around you? Join us for our Spring Plant Walk where we will take a lovely stroll through varies on-farm ecosystems to learn what native and "invasive" plants we can commune with and understand their ecological roles. You'll learn about common plants you may find in your backyard as well as ones you may find in the wild that you can impress your friends with. These immersive walks are a sensory delight, awakening your senses to the beauty and abundance of the flora around you.
Things you can expect to learn:
Ways to properly identify the plant
Common look-a-likes
How the plant changes through the seasons
Ways to prepare the plant
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
The walk will be a slow one and occur in our relatively flat orchard and around the garden areas. We will then enter the woods on a relatively cleared, slightly sloped trail. Please come equipped with comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle and dressed for the weather.
The walk will begin promptly at 10:15am EST, so please arrive a few minutes early so we don’t leave without you.
Curious and well behaved children (accompanied by a parent or guardian) are welcome to register!
The walk will be kept to approximately 90 mins allowing for questions.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by adult.
Registration fee applies to ages 14 years old and up.
The Apothecary will be open for shopping after the Plant Walk.
THIS WORKSHOP WILL BE OUTSIDE. Please dress appropriately, wear closed toed-shoes, and bring: scissors, sunscreen, bug protection, a water bottle, and a notebook. Feel free to bring snacks if you'd like.
Exact location details will be emailed to you once you sign-up, but we are located in Cagle, TN just west of Dunlap. Please note the workshop begins at 10am EST (9am central) as we are located in the central time zone.
About the instructor:
Alysia Leon is a self-studied bioregional folk herbalist who connects with the plants around her crafting hyper-localized plant remedies, body-care products, teas, spices, and more. While she connected with plants from a young age, she began her herbalism journey in 2012 learning about the plants around her as she moved to various states and while working in Latin America. Leon launched Bird Fork Farm in 2020 and has been expanding the culinary and medicinal herbal work on the land and within the community ever since.
Price: $25
Twilight Jewelry Market
Saturday, April 4 | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Chattanooga Choo Choo
💍✨ The Twilight Jewelry Market is coming to the Chattanooga Choo Choo! ✨💍
📅 Saturday, April 4th, 2026, from 5 PM - 10 PM
📍 The Gardens at the Historic Chattanooga Choo Choo
Join us for a sparkling spring evening celebrating the art of handmade jewelry! 💎✨
This special event features an exclusive lineup of jewelry artisans—no mass production, just beautifully crafted, one-of-a-kind pieces made by hand.
🎶 Live music in the garden
🍺 Beer bar on-site
📸 Gorgeous photo ops
💖 Free admission
Support local makers, find something truly unique, and enjoy the charm of the Choo Choo gardens in full bloom!
Price: Free
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