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After making its Chattanooga debut last year, the mythic and otherworldly procession rooted in European folklore returns this November as the Wylde Christmas Market transforms Patten Square into a hauntingly festive winter wonderland on Saturday, November 7th, from 5PM to 9PM.Known across cultures as a surreal parade of spirits, beasts, and magical wanderers, The Wild Hunt is said to ride out between Samhain and Yule—that liminal time when days grow short, winds bite colder, and the veil between worlds thins.
For a second year, Art 120, in partnership with River City Company invites the community to help conjure Chattanooga's own Wild Hunt. As twilight descends, fantastical beings will take to the streets, weaving through the shadows of Patten Square. And when the night ends, these mysterious figures may even scatter across the city… leaving a trail of winter mischief behind them.
Inspired by old-world European winter festivals, the Wylde Christmas Market fills Patten Square with stalls of curious crafts, strange delights, and seasonal mischief from local makers and artists. Guests can enjoy live music, European street eats, and peculiar pastimes as the night unfolds. Dress warm, bring your sense of wonder, and don't come alone… you never know what (or who) you'll find.
To prepare for the evening, Art 120 is hosting a series of free public workshops leading up to the market, guiding participants in costume-making, exploring ancient lore, and crafting their otherworldly personas.
🦌 ✨ Want to Join the Hunt?
Visit www.art120.org/wylde to get involved. No need to have a costume or creature idea yet—our workshops will help you discover your spirit form. Explore your heritage through winter folklore and uncover hidden legends waiting to be revived. Whether you're fashioning antlers, invoking the spirit of a frost giant, or becoming a lost soul of the winter woods, The Wild Hunt is calling—and it just might be calling for you.
Want to Sell Your Cool Stuff?
Artists, makers, and food vendors are welcome—especially those offering Polish, German, or other European-inspired fare—to help transform Patten Square into a festive, otherworldly bazaar filled with curious crafts, seasonal mischief, and strange delights. Registration only available through our website at: www.art120.org
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