Escape To The Southeast

Dread Hollow
2024-12-28 | Ruby Falls, 1720 S. Scenic Hwy, Chattanooga, TN, 37409, United States
Chattanooga’s award-winning haunted attraction returns every fall with all new terrifying sets, storylines, and scares. Frightening fear-seekers for 21 years, the masterminds behind Dread Hollow unleash new evolutions of terror each season with ominously interactive actors and twisted storylines playing out over 25,000+ square feet of all-new, meticulously detailed haunted house sets, unsettling illusions, and horror-themed escape rooms.
Two dates for fall: Saturday, December 28 and Saturday, January 4

Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens' Gardens Aglow
2024-12-06 08:00 - 2024-12-23 17:00 UTC | Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens, 5827 Riverside Drive, Punta Gorda, 33982, United States
Now in its sixth year of celebration, Gardens Aglow, put on by the Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens, is a magical experience for the whole family to enjoy. Enjoy the enchanting annual event where acres of beautifully adorned gardens sparkle with thousands of lights, creating the ideal holiday excursion for family and friends through:
• A mesmerizing stroll around the Gardens illuminated by thousands of lights and accompanied by enchanting music.
• Festive Christmas carol performances and the opportunity to capture magical moments with Santa every night.
• S’mores roasting over a cozy fire pit and the option to savor hot chocolate.
• A chance to win a Christmas tree through a festive raffle.
• A holiday gallery and a variety of enjoyable activities for the entire family.
Nestled alongside the serene Peace River, Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens’ 30-acre sanctuary combines the richness of five unique ecosystems: marshlands, wetlands, mangroves, uplands, and tidal basins. Its gardens are alive with year-round blooms, showcased alongside a sprawling network of 15,000+ square feet of boardwalks and docks—perfect for immersing yourself in its collection of grand sculptures.
Dive deeper into the origins, aspirations, and ongoing evolution of this flourishing botanical haven.
Gates close at 8:15 pm for admission, and Gardens Aglow illuminates the sky until 9 pm.
Gardens Aglow is an exclusive ticketed event and does not grant access to the Garden during regular hours of operation. For inquiries, please contact us at 941.621.8299.

Extra Table - March of Mayors
2024-11-12 08:00 - 17:00
5 days, 5 regions, and FIFTY MAYORS TEAMING UP TO FEED OUR HUNGRY NEIGHBORS
March of the Mayors is a canned food drive, a fundraiser and it’s ‘Mississippi’s Largest Food Box Packing Party’ complete with Moon Pies, Mardi Gras beads, and volunteers all rolled into one jazzy Second Line with a mission to feed hungry Mississippians!⁠
