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When it comes to having fun in the Scenic City, options abound.

With a wide variety of celebrations and festivals each year, there’s always something exciting to experience in the Scenic City. From lively outdoor music festivals and cultural celebrations to highly anticipated sporting events and festive holiday traditions, Chattanooga has events sure to delight eager visitors and seasoned locals alike.

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  • May 2026

  • Sat 2
    ALS Walk

    Chattanooga ALS Awareness Walk

    May 2 @ 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
    Gilbert-Stephenson Park 19 Van Cleve St, Fort Oglethorpe, GA, United States

    The Chattanooga ALS Awareness Walk invites participants and teams to support individuals and families affected by ALS. Hosted by Rise for ALS Chattanooga, Inc., the

  • Sat 2
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    ChattaDerby

    May 2 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    The Signal 21 Choo Choo Ave, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Celebrate Generosity and Impact at ChattaDerby Step into the excitement of ChattaDerby, our annual donor and sponsor celebration! We've shifted our focus from fundraising to

  • Sun 3
    pancake breakfast

    Flapjacks and Fine Art: Pancake Breakfast & Family Festival

    May 3 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga 1000 E 30th St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Enjoy an afternoon of fun for the whole community at Crabtree Farms! We'll have: Crafts and activities! Pancake brunch! Youth art auction! Proceeds support REconnect

    $10.00
  • Sat 16
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    Race to Save the Laurel Dace

    May 16 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Spring City Nature Park 549 Front St,, Spring City, TN, United States

    Join the Tennessee Aquarium and its partners in the second Annual Race to Save the Laurel Dace (a critically endangered fish located in nearby Walden

  • Sat 16
    Spirits in the wild event logo by the Chattanooga Zoo

    Spirits in the Wild at the Zoo

    May 16 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Chattanooga Zoo 301 N Holtzclaw Ave, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Chattanooga Zoo presents a premier 21+ trip to the Zoo: Spirits in the Wild. Attendees will enjoy an evening of up-close animal encounters, live music,

    $85.95
  • Sun 17

    Clumpies Ice Cream Social at the Chattanooga Market

    May 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    First Horizon Pavilion 1826 Reggie White Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    A scoopful of sweet traditions await at the Chattanooga Market’s Ice Cream Social – all sales benefiting the Down Syndrome Community of Greater Chattanooga! Admission

    $10
  • Mon 18

    The Hatcher Classic – Spring Golf Tournament

    May 18 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    The Farm Golf Club 187 S Goose Hill Rd, Rocky Face, GA, United States

    Experience a day of premier golf, friendly competition, and meaningful impact at the Austin Hatcher Foundation’s Spring Golf Tournament. Registered foursomes will enjoy a catered

  • Sat 23

    Breath of Life 5K and Celebration

    May 23 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Tennessee Riverpark 4301 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join us to help benefit tracheostomy families in the southeast Tennessee region. The funds raised from this race will allow us the ability to pour

    $50
  • June 2026

  • Mon 1

    Clay Arts Classic Golf Tournament

    June 1 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Sweetens Cove Golf Club 2040 Sweetens Cove Rd, South Pittsburg, TN, United States

    Join us Monday, June 1, 2026 for the second annual Clay Arts Classic at Sweetens Cove Golf Club—one of the South’s most legendary courses. This

    Free
  • Sat 13

    Paw Palooza 2026

    June 13 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Coolidge Park 150 River Street, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Get ready to paw-ty at the McKamey Animal Center’s annual Paw Palooza! From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Coolidge Park, the free festival will include dog-friendly games,

    Free
  • Sun 14
    Soulful Sounds

    Soulful Sounds in Chattanooga

    June 14 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    The Granfalloon 400 E Main St #120, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    CHATTANOOGA, READY FOR A NIGHT OF SOULFUL FUN & VINTAGE GLAMOUR? Step into a candlelit world where the Harlem Renaissance meets today’s vibe with the

    $55
  • Sat 20

    Bessie Smith’s Big 9 Music Fest

    June 20
    Bessie Smith Cultural Center 200 E M L King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Something BIG is coming for the Bessie Smith Cultural Center’s 2026 Big 9 Music Fest! Held in honor of the powerful legacy of music, history, and

    Free
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  • Looking for a fun activity this summer? ☀️ Head to Rock City and enjoy the views of Lover's Leap. And, from May 23 through August 9, celebrate America’s 250th with their limited-time summer experience, complete with mountaintop music, hands-on play, and moments of wonder that unfold from day to night.
  • Send this reel to your book bestie – because your TBR stacks are about to grow! 📚✨

Part bookshop, part bakery, The Bookery House in Cleveland is the perfect spot to find your next summer read. Browse new and used books across every genre, including works from 20+ indie authors, then settle in with a brownie and coffee, a cookie and lemonade, or a cinnamon roll and dirty soda.

With cozy reading nooks around every corner, it’s easy to see why they were voted Cleveland’s #1 bookshop!

Local Bookstore┃Local Bakery┃Fresh Cookies┃Dirty Sodas┃Lemonade┃Books And Coffee┃TBR Pile┃Reader Community┃Chattanooga Reads┃Bookworm ┃Summer Read┃Bookstagram┃Bookish Life┃Indie Authors┃New and Used Books┃Reader’s Choice Award
  • Check out @mumashikabyattack, Chattanooga’s newest, reservation-only, Japanese dining experience hidden inside Attack of the Tatsu! Their delicious menu rotates seasonally, which means you’re in for a unique experience every time you visit!

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  • Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center is a 300-acre, public green space with beautiful hiking trails, an arboretum, and a wildlife sanctuary. 🌱 Their native plant nursery, opened in 1956, exclusively grows and sells trees, shrubs, and perennials that occur or grow naturally in the region.

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  • Show of hands, who’s ready to step into their lavender era? 🪻⛰️ From now until the end of June, Lookout Lavender’s Upick event is the perfect way to relax and unwind. Grab your friends and loved ones for a day filled with fragrant blooms, cold drinks, and breathtaking mountain views. And don’t forget to swing by The Lav Shack for homemade goodies and creative inspiration for your freshly picked lavender!

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Lavender fields | Lavender season | Taylor swift | Chattanooga Swifties | Local farm | Countryside | Mountains | Summer Vibes | Relaxing | Scenic Views |Purple Dreams
  • Craving brunch? 🥯 Stop by Honey Seed and try their honey turkey bagel, featuring honey jalapeño cream cheese, alpha sprouts, and more delicious toppings.

📸 @richshootsfood
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Looking for a fun activity this summer? ☀️ Head to Rock City and enjoy the views of Lover's Leap. And, from May 23 through August 9, celebrate America’s 250th with their limited-time summer experience, complete with mountaintop music, hands-on play, and moments of wonder that unfold from day to night.
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Looking for a fun activity this summer? ☀️ Head to Rock City and enjoy the views of Lover's Leap. And, from May 23 through August 9, celebrate America’s 250th with their limited-time summer experience, complete with mountaintop music, hands-on play, and moments of wonder that unfold from day to night.
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Send this reel to your book bestie – because your TBR stacks are about to grow! 📚✨ Part bookshop, part bakery, The Bookery House in Cleveland is the perfect spot to find your next summer read. Browse new and used books across every genre, including works from 20+ indie authors, then settle in with a brownie and coffee, a cookie and lemonade, or a cinnamon roll and dirty soda. With cozy reading nooks around every corner, it’s easy to see why they were voted Cleveland’s #1 bookshop! Local Bookstore┃Local Bakery┃Fresh Cookies┃Dirty Sodas┃Lemonade┃Books And Coffee┃TBR Pile┃Reader Community┃Chattanooga Reads┃Bookworm ┃Summer Read┃Bookstagram┃Bookish Life┃Indie Authors┃New and Used Books┃Reader’s Choice Award
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Check out @mumashikabyattack, Chattanooga’s newest, reservation-only, Japanese dining experience hidden inside Attack of the Tatsu! Their delicious menu rotates seasonally, which means you’re in for a unique experience every time you visit! Have you been yet? 🥢🥃😋 . . . . . . Japanese food | yakitori | Chattanooga, TN | eat local | Asian fusion | pork chops | bao buns | cocktails | family style | skewers | shareable plates | seasonal menu | chef driven | handmade noodles
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Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center is a 300-acre, public green space with beautiful hiking trails, an arboretum, and a wildlife sanctuary. 🌱 Their native plant nursery, opened in 1956, exclusively grows and sells trees, shrubs, and perennials that occur or grow naturally in the region.

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Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center is a 300-acre, public green space with beautiful hiking trails, an arboretum, and a wildlife sanctuary. 🌱 Their native plant nursery, opened in 1956, exclusively grows and sells trees, shrubs, and perennials that occur or grow naturally in the region. 📸 @richsmithphoto
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Show of hands, who’s ready to step into their lavender era? 🪻⛰️ From now until the end of June, Lookout Lavender’s Upick event is the perfect way to relax and unwind. Grab your friends and loved ones for a day filled with fragrant blooms, cold drinks, and breathtaking mountain views. And don’t forget to swing by The Lav Shack for homemade goodies and creative inspiration for your freshly picked lavender! 🥤: @cheimantea 🍕: @lookoutmountainpizza Lavender fields | Lavender season | Taylor swift | Chattanooga Swifties | Local farm | Countryside | Mountains | Summer Vibes | Relaxing | Scenic Views |Purple Dreams
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Craving brunch? 🥯 Stop by Honey Seed and try their honey turkey bagel, featuring honey jalapeño cream cheese, alpha sprouts, and more delicious toppings.

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