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  • July 2026

  • Thu 2

    Altered Artist Book Club

    July 2 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Altered Artist Book Club
    And Then Books 400 Spring St, Rossville, GA, United States

    Transform an old book into a new story! In this weekly drop-in club, we’ll be giving new life to used hard covered books through the

    $5
  • Thu 9

    Altered Artist Book Club

    July 9 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Altered Artist Book Club
    And Then Books 400 Spring St, Rossville, GA, United States

    Transform an old book into a new story! In this weekly drop-in club, we’ll be giving new life to used hard covered books through the

    $5
  • Fri 10
    Julie’s World of Ceramics

    Julie’s World of Ceramics

    July 10 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    River Gallery 400 E 2nd St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Artist Julie Latayan featured in July 2026 Exhibition River Gallery (400 East 2nd St) invites you to their exhibition running from July 1 - 31,

  • Sat 11
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    The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show

    July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show
    DoubleTree Hilton Chattanooga Hamilton Place 2232 Center St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full

  • Sat 11
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    The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Chattanooga, TN

    July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Chattanooga, TN
    DoubleTree Hilton Chattanooga Hamilton Place 2232 Center St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full

    $68.49
  • Thu 16

    Altered Artist Book Club

    July 16 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Altered Artist Book Club
    And Then Books 400 Spring St, Rossville, GA, United States

    Transform an old book into a new story! In this weekly drop-in club, we’ll be giving new life to used hard covered books through the

    $5
  • Thu 16

    Poetry Craft Lab Immersive Poetry Crafting Workshops

    July 16 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Poetry Craft Lab Immersive Poetry Crafting Workshops
    Beignets & Brew  7019 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join us at Beignets & Brew on third Thursdays at 6:30 PM (Eastern Time) for a laid-back, fun session where you can dive into the art of poetry.

    Free
  • Thu 23
    Bright Eyes Stephen Scott Young - Artist - Shuptrines Gallery

    ‘In the Copper” Art Exhibition Open House Featuring Works by Artsit, Stephen Scott Young

    July 23 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Shuptrine's Gallery 2613 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Shuptrine's Gallery is honored to present, In the Copper, a special summer exhibition featuring internationally renowned artist, Stephen Scott Young. Widely regarded as one of

    Free
  • Thu 30
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    Seniors Got Talent 2026

    July 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Silverdale Center Creekside Theater 7218 Bonny Oaks Dr #1005, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    The Morning Pointe Foundation presents Seniors Got Talent 2026 – an annual live talent competition showcasing seniors 60+ across the Southeast. Celebrate ageless talent as

  • August 2026

  • Sat 1
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    FarleyCon

    August 1 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm FarleyCon
    Camp Jordan 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN, United States

    Get your geek on at FarleyCon – Chattanooga’s ultimate pop culture and comic book expo! Held at the Camp Jordan Arena in East Ridge, FarleyCon

  • Sun 2
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    FarleyCon

    August 2 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm FarleyCon
    Camp Jordan 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN, United States

    Get your geek on at FarleyCon – Chattanooga’s ultimate pop culture and comic book expo! Held at the Camp Jordan Arena in East Ridge, FarleyCon

  • Sat 15
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    SPLASH Summer Arts Festival

    August 15 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    SPLASH Youth Arts Workshop will be hosting their summer festival in Miller Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be jam-packed with

    Free
  • Thu 20

    Poetry Craft Lab Immersive Poetry Crafting Workshops

    August 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Poetry Craft Lab Immersive Poetry Crafting Workshops
    Beignets & Brew  7019 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join us at Beignets & Brew on third Thursdays at 6:30 PM (Eastern Time) for a laid-back, fun session where you can dive into the art of poetry.

    Free
  • September 2026

  • Thu 3

    Noontunes 2026

    September 3 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Noontunes 2026
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Returning for another season on September 3, Noontunes will feature local musicians every week at Miller Park from 12pm - 1pm! Hosted in partnership with

    Free
  • Thu 10

    Noontunes 2026

    September 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Noontunes 2026
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Returning for another season on September 3, Noontunes will feature local musicians every week at Miller Park from 12pm - 1pm! Hosted in partnership with

    Free
  • Sat 12
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    Nooga Has Heart: Youth Performance and Pathways

    September 12 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Miller Plaza 850 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Nooga Has Heart: Youth Performance & Pathways is a free community event celebrating Chattanooga’s next generation of talent. Youth and young adults ages 13–21 will

    Free
  • Thu 17

    Noontunes 2026

    September 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Noontunes 2026
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Returning for another season on September 3, Noontunes will feature local musicians every week at Miller Park from 12pm - 1pm! Hosted in partnership with

    Free
  • Thu 17

    Poetry Craft Lab Immersive Poetry Crafting Workshops

    September 17 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Poetry Craft Lab Immersive Poetry Crafting Workshops
    Beignets & Brew  7019 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join us at Beignets & Brew on third Thursdays at 6:30 PM (Eastern Time) for a laid-back, fun session where you can dive into the art of poetry.

    Free
  • Thu 24

    Noontunes 2026

    September 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Noontunes 2026
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Returning for another season on September 3, Noontunes will feature local musicians every week at Miller Park from 12pm - 1pm! Hosted in partnership with

    Free
  • Thu 24
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    Depth of Field Day

    September 24 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Bessie Smith Cultural Center 200 E M L King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, United States   +1 more

    On September 24th, 2026, E MLK Blvd will be transformed into a creative hub to elevate and celebrate the photographic talent of the greater Chattanooga

    Free
  • Fri 25

    Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival

    September 25 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival
    Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga 1000 E 30th St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join us September 25–27 for the Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival—three days celebrating the plants, pollinators, and people that help our community thrive. Browse thousands

    Free
  • Sat 26

    Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival

    September 26 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival
    Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga 1000 E 30th St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join us September 25–27 for the Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival—three days celebrating the plants, pollinators, and people that help our community thrive. Browse thousands

    Free
  • Sun 27

    Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival

    September 27 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival
    Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga 1000 E 30th St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join us September 25–27 for the Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival—three days celebrating the plants, pollinators, and people that help our community thrive. Browse thousands

    Free
  • Tue 29
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    War of the Wheels

    September 29 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Mac Avenue Event Space 1304 McCallie Avenue, Suite A, Chattanooga, United States

    September 29  Come experience War of the Wheels – a one-of-a-kind pottery throwdown and Scenic City Clay Arts’ biggest fundraiser of the year. Attendees can

    $55
  • October 2026

  • Fri 2
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    STEAM Challenge Day

    October 2 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Sometimes you have to meet young people where they want to be—and most of the time, that’s outside the classroom. We’re calling on STEAM organizations

    $25
  • Fri 2

    Art of Spirits Exhibit

    October 2 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Townsend Atelier - The Arts Building 301 East 11th, Chattanooga, United States

    Art of Spirits is a one-night exhibit by Chattanooga artist Brandi Donan, featuring 50 original oil paintings inspired by cocktails and non-alcoholic creations from local

    Free
  • Fri 2

    Art of Spirits

    October 2 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Townsend Atelier The Arts, 301 E 11th St Bldg suite 200, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Art of Spirits: A Cocktail-Inspired Art Exhibit Join Chattanooga artist Brandi Donan for Art of Spirits, a one-night exhibit celebrating Chattanooga’s cocktail and hospitality scene

    Free
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  • After 18 months, the Walnut Street Bridge is officially reopening TOMORROW! 🎉 Stop by between noon and 3 p.m. to enjoy the grand reopening, complete with a celebratory walk, live entertainment and other family fun.
  • Ready to decorate for fall? Stop by @sophies_shoppe in Northshore for home goods, art, and gifts. Check out their fall candles in the scents Fall, Fireside, and Autumn. Send this to a friend you want to grab some fall goodies with! 🍁
  • Love abounds in the Scenic City. 💗 Whether you’re looking to get married in the heart of the city or venture out for mountain views, the Chattanooga area has no shortage of incredible wedding venues that can accommodate any wedding’s style.

Head to our website at the link in our bio to read our full blog!
  • If you are looking for the perfect way to kick off fall, @dreadhollow is coming back with another year of fun and fright! They will be open every Thursday-Sunday from October 1 until November 1. Sent this to a friend who loves haunted houses, and let the October festivities begin! 🎃 👻
  • If you’re looking for a new perspective on Chattanooga, consider visiting Cravens House on Lookout Mountain. Located just 15 minutes from the heart of Chattanooga, you can visit historical grounds and experience beautiful views. Tag a friend you’d like to look at the fall leaves with soon! 🍁
  • Whether you're craving an after-work happy hour or a night out with friends, @stratusrooftop.chatt is sure to delight. 🍸 This rooftop lounge offers sweeping skyline views and craft cocktails, like this drink, Ride the Currant, made with gin, crème de cassis, and peach bitters and garnished with an edible orchid.
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Ready to decorate for fall? Stop by @sophies_shoppe in Northshore for home goods, art, and gifts. Check out their fall candles in the scents Fall, Fireside, and Autumn. Send this to a friend you want to grab some fall goodies with! 🍁
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Love abounds in the Scenic City. 💗 Whether you’re looking to get married in the heart of the city or venture out for mountain views, the Chattanooga area has no shortage of incredible wedding venues that can accommodate any wedding’s style.

Head to our website at the link in our bio to read our full blog!
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Love abounds in the Scenic City. 💗 Whether you’re looking to get married in the heart of the city or venture out for mountain views, the Chattanooga area has no shortage of incredible wedding venues that can accommodate any wedding’s style. Head to our website at the link in our bio to read our full blog!
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If you are looking for the perfect way to kick off fall, @dreadhollow is coming back with another year of fun and fright! They will be open every Thursday-Sunday from October 1 until November 1. Sent this to a friend who loves haunted houses, and let the October festivities begin! 🎃 👻
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If you’re looking for a new perspective on Chattanooga, consider visiting Cravens House on Lookout Mountain. Located just 15 minutes from the heart of Chattanooga, you can visit historical grounds and experience beautiful views. Tag a friend you’d like to look at the fall leaves with soon! 🍁
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Whether you're craving an after-work happy hour or a night out with friends, @stratusrooftop.chatt is sure to delight. 🍸 This rooftop lounge offers sweeping skyline views and craft cocktails, like this drink, Ride the Currant, made with gin, crème de cassis, and peach bitters and garnished with an edible orchid.
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Whether you're craving an after-work happy hour or a night out with friends, @stratusrooftop.chatt is sure to delight. 🍸 This rooftop lounge offers sweeping skyline views and craft cocktails, like this drink, Ride the Currant, made with gin, crème de cassis, and peach bitters and garnished with an edible orchid.
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