Nothing goes better together than spring and the Scenic City! March is the month for welcoming the warmer weather and getting outside to see, experience, and explore everything that the area has to offer. With markets, festivals, races, and more, here are just a few examples of what’s happening in Chattanooga this March.
Scenic Stitches Fiber Festival
February 27-March 1
Ending the February event season and stretching into March, Scenic Stitches is casting on the spring season with its second annual Fiber Festival. Featuring 70+ vendors, fiber arts classes, interactive stations, demos, and more, guests can peruse the Chattanooga Convention Center and immerse themselves in the creativity of the fiber arts world. Event information and class registrations are available on their event website.
100 Million Steps in March
All month long
Want your daily steps to help raise awareness for heart health? Ruby Falls and the American Heart Association challenge the community to walk 100 million steps in March. When you visit Ruby Falls, choose the cavern trail to visit the underground waterfall, and show your support for AHA’s Go Red for Women by signing the Million Steps in March Banner. This event is included with admission to Ruby Falls, and tickets can be purchased on their website.
AMUSEUM 2026: Secret Garden Soiree
March 7
Unlock your path through the secret garden at Creative Discovery Museum’s annual fundraiser, AMUSEUM. The 2026 event theme, Secret Garden Soiree, invites guests to an evening amongst shadowed gardens full of dancing, great food and drink, premier auction items, and a VIP afterparty – Club Avant Garden. New this year is The Greenhouse, a lounge space for cocktails, mocktails, and conversation. Visit the museum’s website for garden-inspired soiree attire and ticket information so you can enjoy a night of enchanted discovery!
Mystical March Market
March 7-8
Discover the Mystical March Market – a pot of gold at the end of the market rainbow! From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, you’ll be serenaded by Irish and Celtic music as local vendors showcase their art, baked goods, and fresh produce (and don’t forget to enjoy some green beer and other treats while you’re there). Admission is free, so head to the Chattanooga Choo Choo with friends and family for this magical market!
Wine Women & Shoes
March 12
Celebrating five fabulous years, the fundraising event, Wine Women & Shoes invites women to sip, savor, shop, and support a great cause. Benefiting the Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Chattanooga, attendees can enjoy wine tasting, designer pop-ups, a glamorous fashion show, seated dinner, and silent and live auctions from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Signal.
Deep Freeze
March 14-15
Discs will be flying at Deep Freeze! Join the Chattanooga Flying Disc Club at their annual youth-only ultimate frisbee tournament. Held at Camp Jordan Park in East Ridge, this tournament welcomes boys varsity and junior varsity teams as well as girls varsity. For more information about registering a team, visit the club’s website.
Chattanooga Charge
March 20-22
The largest Tesla meeting in the South is returning to the Tennessee Riverpark on March 20 though the 22. Chattanooga Charge is a unique event that features speaker panels, DIY demonstrations, vendors offering Tesla gear and accessories, and more. This family-friendly event will also feature food trucks and a kids’ zone, as well as a raffle and silent auction. Tickets can be purchased on the event’s website.
Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival in Coolidge Park
March 21-22
The Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival is for the foodies! Returning for its fourth year and offering an additional day, Coolidge Park will be filled with the smells of local cuisine and craft beer. From wood-fired pizza and mouthwatering wings to authentic Thai cuisine, the festival will provide a taste of Chattanooga’s best food trucks. Artisans will also be in the park selling their handmade goods. Don’t miss this day of food and fun by the river!
Fast and Furriest
March 22
Unleash fun at the Humane Educational Society’s (HES) Fast and Furriest 5k – a celebration of people, pets, and the beautiful outdoors. At 10 a.m..at Greenway Farms, the event will feature a 5k trail race, 1-mile fun run, and a pet-friendly vendor village. HES will also have adoptable pets at the race for participants to take on walks.
Possibilities Luncheon
March 24
Siskin Hospital’s 2026 Possibilities Luncheon will be hosted at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Guests will be inspired to harness the power of their own story as they hear from keynote speaker, John O’Leary, who survived after being burned on 100% of his body as a child. Beginning at 11:30 a.m., the impactful community-wide fundraiser celebrates hope and courage in the face of adversity. Proceeds will benefit Siskin Hospital’s charity care patients as they discover life beyond disability.
Odyssey Awards Luncheon
March 25
Now in its 17th academic year, the Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy (CGLA) will be celebrating student success at their 2026 Odyssey Awards Luncheon. Guests can expect to hear from accomplished CGLA alumnae who are excelling in their careers and communities, as well as renowned artist Wintley Phipps as the guest performer. The event will be held at the Chattanooga Convention Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Save Water Soirée
March 27
Join WaterWays at this year’s Save Water Soirée for an evening of global wine, local beer, and celebrating stewardship of our local watersheds. From 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Greenway Farms, attendees can enjoy tastings and food from local restaurants while learning about WaterWays’ focus on watershed health and restoration. Guests will also enjoy live music from local artists!
Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon
March 27-29
Ready for a vibrant race weekend full of energy and excitement? Sign up for the 11th annual Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon and support Erlanger’s mission in Chattanooga! Runners can choose from a marathon, half marathon, 5k, or team relay. Each race starts and finishes at the First Horizon Pavilion, with the race path winding through picturesque downtown Chattanooga. For more information on participating as a runner, walker, or volunteer, head to the event’s website.
Rump Run
March 28
Locally support the fight against colon cancer at the 13th annual Rump Run! Benefiting the Greater Chattanooga Colon Cancer Foundation, the timed 5K and 1-mile fun walk will be located at Enterprise South Nature Park. Beginning at 8 a.m., enjoy a free 3D photo booth, Kids’ Zone, and survivor VIP tent. The 5K begins at 9 a.m., followed by an awards ceremony at 10 a.m. Register on the event’s website, and custom medals and T-shirts are available first come, first serve.
No matter the type of adventure you’re looking for, Chattanooga is bound to have an event for everyone this March. Enjoy ringing in spring!
Ali Lemmons, BS, Summa Cum Laude
Ali Lemmons is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication with a minor in computer science. While at UTC, Ali also earned the distinction of Summa Cum Laude, the Outstanding Senior Award for the communication department, and was inducted into the Kappa Tau Alpha honor society. Now, as editor/digital content specialist for CMC Media & Marketing Group, Ali leads the ideation, conceptualization, and development of numerous health, wellness, business, sports, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope®, CityScope®, and Choose Chattanooga® magazines – premier publications serving S.E. Tennessee and North Georgia. She is also involved in content creation for Digital Smart Marketing customers and is the lead copywriter for the company’s social media sites.
Abby Callahan, BA, Cum Laude
Abby Callahan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC), where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish and the distinction of Cum Laude. She also graduated Magna Cum Laude from Chattanooga State Community College, earning honors through the Global Scholars Honors Program. 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 of numerous health, wellness, business, sports, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope®, CityScope®, and Choose Chattanooga® magazines – premier publications serving S.E. Tennessee and North Georgia.
