Rock The Ridge

Rock The Ridge Rock the Ridge is a fall festival celebrating the ecological wonders of Walden’s Ridge, Tennessee.

This inaugural celebration will bring together native plant vendors, environmental organizations, wildlife rehabilitators, speakers, entertainers and many more whose work highlights different aspects of our ridge and encourages conservation of this unique and essential environment! Nurseries include Thomas Nursery, Euchee Meadows Nursery, Stolen Flower Farm and Nursery, Reflection Riding and many

others. Among the exhibitors are The Tennessee Nature Conservancy, Bee City, The Land Trust for TN, Wild Ones, Reflection Riding, WaterWays, Signal Mountain Hemlock Conservation Task Force, Happinest and many others. Speakers to include Tony Wheeler, Kristina Shaneyfelt, Daniel Talley. Several musicians will perform, including one very well-know group that will be announced closer to the date. There will be food trucks, beverages, entertainment, wildlife rehabilitators and wildlife programs, including S.O.A.R. South's program with rehabilitated raptors called "Wings to Soar."

We have moved to a NEW page. Make sure you like our new page to continue to see updates about our 2026 event! S...
01/29/2026

We have moved to a NEW page. Make sure you like our new page to continue to see updates about our 2026 event!
September 12, 2026 at Bachman Community Center!

Welcome to the NEW Rock the Ridge page!
We can't wait to see you September 12, 2026!

We will have lots of food and drink options on Saturday! I Love Tacos, Go Gyro Go and Wally’s Fro Yo food trucks will al...
09/10/2025

We will have lots of food and drink options on Saturday! I Love Tacos, Go Gyro Go and Wally’s Fro Yo food trucks will all be serving delicious lunches and dinners. Plus hot dogs and general concessions curtesy of BCC. For all our beer drinkers, we’ll have offerings from Hutton and Smith in our beer tent.
Come hungry!

Bachman Community Center and the Rock the Ridge Committee announce the 3rd Annual Rock the Ridge Festival, an environmen...
08/02/2025

Bachman Community Center and the Rock the Ridge Committee announce the 3rd Annual Rock the Ridge Festival, an environmental celebration dedicated to conservation awareness and habitat preservation of the Cumberland Plateau's Walden's Ridge.
The event – now in its third year – will be larger and longer at a new location. Join us September 13, 2025, at Bachman Community Center for an indoor/outdoor festival, expecting 500-700 attendees. From noon to 7 PM, the event will feature inspiring speakers, engaging exhibits and vendors, interactive activities, delicious food, and lively entertainment.
Your support is vital to safeguarding our streams and forest canopy, which are fundamental to the beauty and history of Walden's Ridge. Funds raised will sustain this annual gathering, support Bachman Community Center—a hub for play, learning, and social gatherings in natural surroundings—and promote environmental initiatives on Walden’s Ridge.
We invite you to contribute as an Event Sponsor, Vendor, Auction/Door Prize Donor, or Presenter/Exhibitor. Your generosity will make a lasting impact!

Sponsorship Opportunities:

 White Oak Sponsor ($400): Like the white oak’s centuries-long lifespan gracing the Cumberland Plateau, your support ensures this event’s lasting impact. Benefits include keynote sponsorship of one activity, a 18” x 24” sign on the performance stage surround, logo placement on the welcome banner and digital program, and stage mentions.

 Sandstone Sponsor ($200): Enduring like the steadfast sandstone ridges of our landscape, your contribution drives our mission. Benefits include a logo on the welcome banner and digital program, social media acknowledgement, and stage mentions.

 Wood Sorrel Sponsor ($100): Vibrant like the wood sorrel on the forest floor, your support strengthens our community. Benefits include a name in the digital program and social media acknowledgement.

 Community Partner (Any Denomination): Like wildflowers on the Cumberland Plateau, your support in any amount fosters our community event.

Exhibitors, Presenters, & Vendors:
Showcase your organization at a table, engaging attendees with interactive, hands-on experiences. Ideal exhibitors include eco-friendly businesses, conservation nonprofits, sustainable tech innovators, and environmental educators. Highlight solutions like
renewable energy, recycling, wildlife protection, or green living through demos,
workshops, or immersive displays that inspire action for a healthier planet.

Pledge your Support:

Complete our online form to pledge your support as a:
 Sponsor
 Silent Auction/Door Prize Donor
 Exhibitor or Presenter
 Vendor
There is no fee for vendor or exhibitor space at RTR. However, products, services, and exhibitions must align with the event’s theme. Accepted applicants will receive confirmation of their participation.

https://form.jotform.com/251185413513046

Contact Information
Bachman Community Center
2818 Anderson Pike, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (423) 886-4842

Please respond by August 22, 2025, to ensure inclusion in promotional materials

Please click the link to complete this form.

Mark your calendars!
07/30/2025

Mark your calendars!

Leave those leaves alone!😀
09/17/2024

Leave those leaves alone!😀

Huge thanks to all who helped to put on this year's Festival and especially to all our attendees! A fun time was had by ...
09/16/2024

Huge thanks to all who helped to put on this year's Festival and especially to all our attendees! A fun time was had by all!

09/13/2024

Put on your raincoats and come play on the Ridge. We are geared up for a great festival with live music, lots of food, native plant vendors and enviromental exhibitors and speakers.
So come Rock the Ridge!

09/12/2024
09/12/2024

As of today, we are still planning on having the Festival-rain or shine! If the situation changes, we will post our decision here!

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Walden, TN
37377

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