Patten Square to transform into “Summerween” on Saturday June 27
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Can’t wait for Halloween? Patten Square is set to come alive with spooktacular summer fun as River City Company hosts the fifth annual “Summerween” celebration in downtown Chattanooga.
The event is inviting the community to dust off their favorite costumes and celebrate Halloween, summer style, on Saturday, June 27, beginning at 6 p.m.
This event is free and open to the public.
“Summerween brings together the best of horror, fandom, art, music and community for a celebration at Patten Square,” says Todd Patton, owner of Dread Hollow. “Our team from Dread Hollow look forward to celebrating this event every year! A celebration of imagination, artistry, and a little bit of mischief in the middle of summer.” Dread Hollow will return as a partner, bringing with them family-friendly haunt actors and the “Necro-1,” a traveling haunted ambulance full of spooky surprises.
Guests can enjoy live music from Le Gato on the main stage, along with a lively street atmosphere featuring spooky costumed actors, bubble and fire performances from Chattanooga Fire Cabaret, and unique vendors.
A variety of food and beverages will be available for purchase, including options for guests 21 and older.
Event highlights include:
6:00-8:00 p.m. – The Bubble Lady
6:45 p.m. – Kid Costume Contest
7:00 p.m. – Watermelon Carving Contest (judging at River City Company tent – entries must be submitted by 6:45 PM)
7:30 p.m. – Teen Costume Contest
8:00 p.m. – Live Music by Le Gato
9:00 p.m. – Adult costume contest
9:30 p.m.– Fire Performance by Chattanooga Fire Cabaret
For more information, visit www.rivercitycompany.com/summerween
Summerween is sponsored by: River City Company and the Z.C. Patten Fund.
