BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Choose Chattanooga® - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Choose Chattanooga® X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://choosechatt.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Choose Chattanooga® REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T220000 DTSTAMP:20260805T141405Z CREATED:20260805T141405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T141405Z UID:10006029-1790614800-1790632800@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Pearls & Pours at Nomia Modern Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/pearls-pours-at-nomia-modern-kitchen/2026-09-28/ LOCATION:Nomia Modern Kitchen\, 105 W. Main St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Food + Drinks,Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CC.PearlsAndPours.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T190000 DTSTAMP:20260831T134032Z CREATED:20260831T132926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T134032Z UID:10006689-1790676000-1790708400@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Partner Days at the Tennessee Aquarium DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/partner-days/2026-09-29/ LOCATION:Tennessee Aquarium\, 1 Broad St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Partner-Days-Cutoff.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T190000 DTSTAMP:20260831T133820Z CREATED:20260831T133538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T133820Z UID:10006668-1790676000-1790708400@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:College Days at the Tennessee Aquarium DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/college-days-at-the-tennessee-aquarium/2026-09-29/ LOCATION:Tennessee Aquarium\, 1 Broad St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2de8c46e-bb83-45c9-a619-f0f01cf9bbf4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T200000 DTSTAMP:20260812T201316Z CREATED:20260812T201316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T201316Z UID:10006610-1790704800-1790712000@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:War of the Wheels DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/war-of-the-wheels/ LOCATION:Mac Avenue Event Space\, 1304 McCallie Avenue\, Suite A\, Chattanooga\, 37404\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Benefits,Family Fun,Food + Drinks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CC.WarOfTheWheels.SI_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260630T173844Z CREATED:20260422T195732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T173844Z UID:10005715-1790726400-1790812799@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Junior Caver Tour at Ruby Falls DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/junior-caver-tour/2026-09-30/ LOCATION:Ruby Falls\, 1720 Scenic Hwy\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37409\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/download-2026-03-19T015444.330.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000 DTSTAMP:20260831T134032Z CREATED:20260831T132926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T134032Z UID:10006690-1790762400-1790794800@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Partner Days at the Tennessee Aquarium DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/partner-days/2026-09-30/ LOCATION:Tennessee Aquarium\, 1 Broad St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Partner-Days-Cutoff.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000 DTSTAMP:20260831T133820Z CREATED:20260831T133538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T133820Z UID:10006669-1790762400-1790794800@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:College Days at the Tennessee Aquarium DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/college-days-at-the-tennessee-aquarium/2026-09-30/ LOCATION:Tennessee Aquarium\, 1 Broad St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2de8c46e-bb83-45c9-a619-f0f01cf9bbf4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T230000 DTSTAMP:20260812T180850Z CREATED:20260812T180850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T180850Z UID:10006572-1790802000-1790809200@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Lantern Tour: Ghost Walk Edition DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/lantern-tour-ghost-walk-edition/2026-09-30/ LOCATION:Ruby Falls\, 1720 Scenic Hwy\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37409\, United States CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Outdoors,Seasonal Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CC.LanternTour.SI_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T220000 DTSTAMP:20260805T141730Z CREATED:20260805T141730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T141730Z UID:10006291-1790874000-1790892000@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Tarot & Tini's at Nomia Modern Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/tarot-tinis-at-nomia-modern-kitchen/2026-10-01/ LOCATION:Nomia Modern Kitchen\, 105 W. Main St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Food + Drinks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CC.TarotandTinis.SquareImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T202400 DTSTAMP:20260925T162107Z CREATED:20260925T162107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T162107Z UID:10006997-1790878500-1790886240@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Digger in IMAX! DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/digger-in-imax/2026-10-01/ LOCATION:Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater\, 201 Chestnut St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PM1361_US_EA_Social_1080x1080px_ENG_D_R_V1_R1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater":MAILTO:webmaster@tnaqua.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T230000 DTSTAMP:20260917T165857Z CREATED:20260917T165857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T165857Z UID:10006729-1790879400-1790895600@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:A Taste of Southern DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/a-taste-of-southern/ LOCATION:Isles Gymnasium\, 4870 University Drive\, Collegedale\, 37315\, United States CATEGORIES:Benefits,Concerts + Live Shows,Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.01.ATasteOfSouthernEvent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T230000 DTSTAMP:20260917T170304Z CREATED:20260917T170304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T170304Z UID:10006730-1790881200-1790895600@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Dread Hollow DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/dread-hollow/2026-10-01/ CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Seasonal Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.02.DreadHollow.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T163000 DTSTAMP:20260812T185710Z CREATED:20260812T185710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T185710Z UID:10006589-1790931600-1790958600@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Rails\, Wizards & Spells DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/rails-wizards-spells/2026-10-02/ LOCATION:Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum\, 4119 Cromwell Rd\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37421\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/tennesseevalleyrailroadmuseumlogo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T130000 DTSTAMP:20260909T181825Z CREATED:20260909T181825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T181825Z UID:10006704-1790933400-1790946000@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:STEAM Challenge Day DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/steam-challenge-day/ LOCATION:Miller Park\, 928 Market St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes,Fairs + Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.STEAMDay.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Gold Horizon":MAILTO:steamchallengeday@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T200000 DTSTAMP:20260715T153756Z CREATED:20260715T153756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T153756Z UID:10005630-1790960400-1790971200@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Art of Spirits Exhibit DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/art-of-spirits-exhibit/ LOCATION:Townsend Atelier – The Arts Building\, 301 East 11th\, Chattanooga\, 37403\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Food + Drinks,Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/86212_6580542w960-e1784129842782.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T200000 DTSTAMP:20260717T173752Z CREATED:20260717T173752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T173752Z UID:10005644-1790960400-1790971200@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Art of Spirits DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/art-of-spirits/ LOCATION:Townsend Atelier\, The Arts\, 301 E 11th St Bldg suite 200\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Food + Drinks,Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/5403EA58-705C-4EFA-ADEF-93E4137BC499.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T230000 DTSTAMP:20260917T170540Z CREATED:20260917T170540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T170540Z UID:10006958-1790962200-1790982000@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/3-sisters-bluegrass-festival-2/2026-10-02/ LOCATION:Ross’s Landing\, 201 Riverfront Pkwy\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts + Live Shows,Family Fun,Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.03.BluegrassFestival.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T202400 DTSTAMP:20260925T162107Z CREATED:20260925T162107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T162107Z UID:10006998-1790964900-1790972640@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Digger in IMAX! DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/digger-in-imax/2026-10-02/ LOCATION:Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater\, 201 Chestnut St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PM1361_US_EA_Social_1080x1080px_ENG_D_R_V1_R1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater":MAILTO:webmaster@tnaqua.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T230000 DTSTAMP:20260917T170304Z CREATED:20260917T170304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T170304Z UID:10006731-1790967600-1790982000@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Dread Hollow DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/dread-hollow/2026-10-02/ CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Seasonal Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.02.DreadHollow.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T022557Z CREATED:20260422T202359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T022557Z UID:10001506-1790985600-1791039600@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Chattanooga River Market DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/copy-of-chattanooga-river-market/2026-10-03/ LOCATION:Tennessee Aquarium Plaza\, 1 Broad St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts + Live Shows,Fairs + Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/337015850_1427830587958405_6471147267795961347_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000 DTSTAMP:20260917T171357Z CREATED:20260917T171357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T171357Z UID:10006963-1791014400-1791021600@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Tennessee Valley Heart Walk DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/tennessee-valley-heart-walk/ CATEGORIES:Benefits,Family Fun,Outdoors,Races + Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.07.HeartWalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T163000 DTSTAMP:20260812T185710Z CREATED:20260812T185710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T185710Z UID:10006590-1791018000-1791045000@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Rails\, Wizards & Spells DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/rails-wizards-spells/2026-10-03/ LOCATION:Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum\, 4119 Cromwell Rd\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37421\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/tennesseevalleyrailroadmuseumlogo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T190000 DTSTAMP:20260917T171236Z CREATED:20260917T171236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T171236Z UID:10006962-1791021600-1791054000@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Croctober Fest 2026 DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/croctober-fest-2026/ LOCATION:Electric Crocodile\, 607 Cherokee Boulevard\, Chattanooga\, 37405\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Markets,Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.06.Croctoberfest.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T130000 DTSTAMP:20260915T122910Z CREATED:20260915T122910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T122910Z UID:10006707-1791025200-1791032400@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:On the Horizon Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/on-the-horizon-resource-fair/ LOCATION:Chattanooga Downtown Library\, 1001 Broad St\, Chattanooga (TN)\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Fairs + Festivals,Family Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.OnTheHorizonFairEvent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T150000 DTSTAMP:20260917T170810Z CREATED:20260917T170810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T170810Z UID:10006960-1791028800-1791039600@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/reopening-of-the-walnut-street-bridge/ LOCATION:Walnut Street Bridge\, 1 Walnut Street\, Chattanooga\, 37403\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoors,Races + Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.04.WalnutStreetBridge.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T220000 DTSTAMP:20260917T170540Z CREATED:20260917T170540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T170540Z UID:10006959-1791028800-1791064800@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/3-sisters-bluegrass-festival-2/2026-10-03/ LOCATION:Ross’s Landing\, 201 Riverfront Pkwy\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts + Live Shows,Family Fun,Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.03.BluegrassFestival.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T210000 DTSTAMP:20260812T171648Z CREATED:20260812T171648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T171648Z UID:10006563-1791050400-1791061200@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Crabtree Farms: Field to Feast October Dinner DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/crabtree-farms-field-to-feast-october-dinner/ LOCATION:Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga\, 1000 E 30th St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37407\, United States CATEGORIES:Food + Drinks,Seasonal Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/FULL-SIZE-transp-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T202400 DTSTAMP:20260925T162107Z CREATED:20260925T162107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T162107Z UID:10006999-1791051300-1791059040@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Digger in IMAX! DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/digger-in-imax/2026-10-03/ LOCATION:Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater\, 201 Chestnut St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PM1361_US_EA_Social_1080x1080px_ENG_D_R_V1_R1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater":MAILTO:webmaster@tnaqua.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T230000 DTSTAMP:20260917T170304Z CREATED:20260917T170304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T170304Z UID:10006732-1791054000-1791068400@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Dread Hollow DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/dread-hollow/2026-10-03/ CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Seasonal Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.02.DreadHollow.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T233000 DTSTAMP:20260917T171037Z CREATED:20260917T171037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T171037Z UID:10006961-1791054000-1791070200@choosechatt.com SUMMARY:Dare to Dance DESCRIPTION:Welcome to your go-to source for Chattanooga’s top events! As the breeze cools and the leaves turn\, Chattanooga’s Halloween scene is returning from the grave with lots of spooky fall fun and events. From haunted houses and trails to halloween pet parades\, apple festivals\, pie runs\, and more\, here is a list of fun things to do throughout the month of October. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste of Southern \n \n \n \n October 1  Southern Adventist University’s A Taste of Southern gala celebrates the impact that has transformed and uplifted students’ lives for more than 130 years\, featuring pre-show performances\, dinner\, community awards\, and a performance by award-winning artist\, Wintley Phipps. All proceeds benefit scholarships for first-generation college students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dread Hollow \n \n \n \n October 1 – November 1 (Thursday – Sunday Nights) This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms\, complete with realistic special effects. Parental discretion is advised. Buy timed-entry tickets in advance online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival\n \n \n \n \n October 2-3  Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler\, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass\, the premier event will take place at Ross’s Landing and include a wide variety of onsite vendors serving food\, soft drinks\, beer\, and wine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge \n \n \n \n \n October 3  After nearly 18 months of renovations\, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion\, the City of Chattanooga invites the community to walk the newly renovated bridge and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly fun from noon to 3 p.m. The fun will start at Walnut Street Plaza. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dare to Dance \n \n \n \n October 3  For 19 years\, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars\,” guests will enjoy a full dinner while watching 11 Chattanooga celebrities take to the dance floor with a professional dance partner to help raise funds for local kidney patients. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Croctober Fest 2026 \n \n \n \n October 3  Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location\, attendees can shop and browse unique finds at the outdoor vendor market while listening to live music performed on the shop’s porch stage.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field to Feast \n \n \n \n October 3  Crabtree Farms invites the community to their Field to Feast seasonal fundraising gathering! Celebrating Crabtree’s Department of Development and the community relationships that help make the farm’s work possible\, guests will enjoy a multi-course seasonal dinner\, thoughtfully curated beverages\, meaningful storytelling\, and an intimate evening centered on food\, community\, and impact.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee Valley Heart Walk \n \n \n \n October 3  The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active\, raise life-saving funds\, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. Beginning at 8 a.m.\, walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to Chattanooga State Community College to celebrate heart health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Best Cellars \n \n \n \n October 9 Join Preserve Chattanooga at their premier wine-tasting experience and fundraiser – Best Cellars. In the elegant setting of St. John’s Restaurant\, registered attendees will enjoy a night of curated wines and expertly paired cuisine by executive chef\, Patrick Sawyer – all backdropped by the melodies of saxophonist Robert Crabtree. Tickets are required.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Boo in the Zoo \n \n \n \n October 9-10\, 16-17\, 23-24\, 31 The Chattanooga Zoo will be transforming into a family-friendly spooky safari at Boo in the Zoo! Members and non-members alike will enjoy fun decorations\, a bounce house\, photo opportunities with characters like Elsa\, Spiderman\, and many more\, and plenty of candy as they trick-or-treat across the Zoo. Please note that the Zoo closes at 3:30 p.m. on these dates before reopening from 4-8 p.m for Boo in the Zoo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Haunted Trail Fest \n \n \n \n October 9-10  Enterprise South Nature Park is getting a spooky makeover in October for their Haunted Trail Fest. With three trail experiences\, there are Halloween festivities for everyone. The Haunted Trail offers a spooky two-mile stroll that is filled with ghoulish actors\, creepy scenes\, special effects\, and incredible monsters; The Too Cute To Spook Trick or Treat Trail invites children ages 12 and under to dress up and trick-or-treat from family-friendly booths; and the Glow Trail is a not-so-spooky stroll that’s lit up by thousands of dazzling Halloween lights.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spooky Paws Pet Parade \n \n \n \n October 10  Join Shop The Market At LLC for their fur-raising Spooky Paws Pet Parade at Tennessee Riverpark. Spooky decorations and eerie halloween tunes will fill the park as pets of all shapes and sizes strut their stuff in costumes that range from cute to downright creepy. With an art and farmers market as well\, there will be prizes for the best-dressed pets and seasonal treats for all.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Over Water \n \n \n \n October 10  Pour the perfect cup at Wine Over Water – Preserve Chattanooga’s food and wine festival and fundraiser. Held at Renaissance Park\, registered attendees will enjoy an elevated late-afternoon celebration along the Tennessee River with unlimited traditional and nonalcoholic wine tastings\, a complimentary charcuterie box from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop\, live music\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Pride Festival \n \n \n \n October 17 Head to Ross’s Landing for the Chattanooga Pride Festival – a day to celebrate the local LGBTQ+ community and promote LGBTQ+ visibility\, acceptance\, and advocacy in the region. Attendees will enjoy a parade\, live entertainment\, music performances\, vendors\, food stalls\, informational booths\, and opportunities for community engagement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Cleveland Apple Festival \n \n \n \n October 17-18 The Cleveland Apple Festival takes place each year on the Bradley County Courthouse Square. Come enjoy an arts and crafts show\, live music\, food booths\, a petting zoo\, the Apple Blossom pageant\, and\, of course\, the apple dessert contest. Net proceeds are donated to nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Oktoberfest \n \n \n \n October 17-18 Don your favorite festive German attire for the 25th annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest. Enjoy two festive days of German food and tradition\, including oompah music\, craft brews\, and local vendors. Visitors of all ages can also look forward to viewing and participating in the annual Mr. and Ms. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® Contest on Saturday evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Drink & Discover: Camp Fear \n \n \n \n October 23 Figure out who done it (or you’re next) at the Creative Discovery Museum’s Drink and Discover: Camp Fear event! Featuring a mystery that’s inspired by classic ‘80s summer camp adventures\, the museum will transform into an evening of spooky fun where adults 21+ can dress up and become campers in an after-hours experience with drinks\, games\, puzzles\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K \n \n \n \n October 24 Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club\, the 50th annual Signal Mountain Pie Run 10K is set to start and end at Preutt’s Market. Registered racers will enjoy stunning sunrise views of the valley and fall leaves as they run the course\, as well as a post-race festival with music\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to snag a whole pumpkin pie! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Between the Bridges \n \n \n \n October 24-25 Returning to Coolidge Park\, AVA’s local arts festival\, Between The Bridges\, invites attendees to celebrate the depth and diversity of Chattanooga’s creative community. Partnering with Scenic City Clay Arts\, H*Art Gallery\, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga\, and SPLASH\, the event will allow guests to soak in the lively festival atmosphere while browsing 50 local artists displaying and selling their artwork. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga Jazz Festival \n \n \n \n October 25  Celebrate Chattanooga’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts community at the Chattanooga Jazz Festival! Filling the heart of the city with the sounds of jazz\, blues\, and funk\, the free community event features live performances from an impressive lineup of local talent\, great food\, and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s most iconic venues – the Chattanooga Choo Choo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Bridges Marathon \n \n \n \n October 25  Ready\, set\, go register for the 7 Bridges Marathon – Chattanooga’s oldest and biggest marathon event. With five different races beginning and ending near the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Tremont Street – the 7 Bridges Marathon\, 4 Bridges Half Marathon\, 4 Bridges 10K\, Family Fun Run\, and the 2 Bridges 5K – registered racers will enjoy event shirts and custom medals\, as well as a post-race party with a live DJ and donut truck.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GET MORE INFO\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan\, BA\, Cum Laude \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of cum laude. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group as editor/digital content specialist\, Abby successfully fulfilled roles in marketing and event planning\, as well as strategic communications and storytelling for a wide variety of initiatives. Today\, Abby leads ideation\, conceptualization\, and development for numerous health & wellness\, business\, sports\, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga®  and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee\, North Georgia\, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. Off the clock\, she enjoys thrifting\, sewing and designing her own clothes\, climbing\, and going on adventures with her husky\, Hazel.  URL:https://choosechatt.com/event/dare-to-dance/ LOCATION:Chattanooga Convention Center\, 1 Carter St\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Benefits,Concerts + Live Shows,Nightlife ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://choosechatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.102026.05.DareToDance.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR