Anyone interested in the hobby of growing and collecting fig tree is invited to join us in Chattanooga, TN. Everyone is welcome, from the expert fig fanatic to the fignorant. There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is important for logistical reasons. Use the blue button at the top to get your tickets.
WELCOME...
Event hosts Ian Matthes and Angel Miller invite you to join us for the 6th Annual Southeast Fig Frolic in Chattanooga.
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"Each year this event grows and just keeps getting better. Start your airlayers or cuttings now and let's all get ready for our best Frolic yet! The first things to do are get your tickets and reserve your hotel room. Don't delay, as the hotel will fill up. In the meantime, if you have any questions, shoot us an email. We cannot wait to frolic with you!"
PLANNED ACTIVITIES...
White Elephant Exchange
This event works by "luck of the draw". Each participant will be given a numbered ticket at check in. Later, we will draw numbers. The person with the matching ticket number then selects one fig tree. We will continue drawing numbers until all tickets have been drawn and everyone receives a new fig tree of their own, or until we run out of fig trees. So bring a fig tree or two to donate, if you are able. We are counting on our generous veteran figsters to bring extra trees to donate for this. Please do set air layers or start cuttings now! Make certain that the variety name and your name are attached to each tree you bring.
FIG FROLIC GEAR
2025 Official Commemorative Shirt
The new 2025 design is available only by pre-order using the blue button below. Order online and choose from:
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PICK UP at the Fig Frolic
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SHIPPING after the Frolic
DEADLINE to order is August 23, 2025.
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2024 Fig Frolic Gear is still currently available and will be shipped directly to you.
Proceeds from the sale of Fig Frolic Gear go directly to support the Frolic and help offset overhead expenses.
Host Hotel
Only 0.8 miles from our venue. Get a discounted rate available here exclusively!
Springhill Suites by Marriott
Airport
Only 11 miles from our venue. 5 airlines, 15 non-stop cities, 100s of connections
Airport Code: CHA
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Tourism
Enjoy "The Scenic City" while you are here. There are tons of things to do in Chattanooga!
Visitors Bureau page below with ideas
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS...
9:00 am
Check in (bring your tickets) - Check-in and drop off your fig trees for the White Elephant and Trade tables. Go shop the nursery with your coupon
10:00 am
Opening Announcements, Orientation, and start of Finest Figster contest
10:30 am
Morning Speaker and Topic - TBA
11:30 am
Lunch & Mingle - Break to munch, mingle, chat, shop, and trade. Visit the food truck and Demo Booths
12:30 pm
White Elephant Fig Exchange
1:45 pm
Group Photos
2:00 pm
Keynote Speaker and Topic - TBA
2:45 pm
Grand Prize Drawings
3:00 pm
Finest Figster Contest - Winner Crowned. Event Closes.
Stay and hang like a ripe fig as long as you wish.
The nursery closes at 5:00 pm
6:00 pm
Hang Time Dinner - A private social event for members of the FigFanatic.com or OurFigs.com forums. Dinner info HERE
Ooltewah Nursery & Landscape Co.
The largest garden center within 75 miles of Chattanooga with an amazing selection across all categories. Look for a special coupon from the Nursery inside your goodie bag when you check in.
Address
Contact
(423) 238-9775 ext. 113
Store Hours
Saturday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
​Sunday
12:00 – 5:00 pm
Mon - Fri
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
The largest garden center within 75 miles.
Aerial map "Where To Go" (click to enlarge)
Ooltewah Nursery after dark
The largest garden center within 75 miles.
VENUE LOCATION
5829 Main Street
Ooltewah, TN 37363
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