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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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  • June 2026

  • 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, contests, local vendors, food trucks,

    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 sensational Music & Comedy of

    $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 community that existed on what

    Free
  • July 2026

  • Sat 25
    Chattanooga Kidney Foundation

    Big Hair Affair

    July 25 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
    Chattanooga Whiskey Event Hall 890 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    The ‘80s and ‘90s are so back with the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s seventh annual Big Hair Affair. To celebrate the organization’s independence and the first kidney transplant at Erlanger in

    $65
  • Fri 31

    Christmas in July Toy Drive Live Broadcast

    July 31
    5090 South The Furniture Store 5090 South Terrace, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    KZ106 and The Loper Show launch the annual “Christmas in July” Toy Drive benefiting the Forgotten Child Fund. The goal of this month-long community toy drive is to bring joy

  • August 2026

  • Sat 1
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    Chattanooga Wellness Expo

    August 1 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    McKenzie Arena 720 E 4th St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    The Chattanooga Wellness Expo, formerly known as the Minority Health Fair, is celebrating its 25th year! The expo will return to the McKenzie Arena at the University of Tennessee at

  • Wed 12
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    5K 10K Run4Love

    August 12 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Tennessee Riverpark 4301 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    September 12  Hosted by Love Without Reason, the 5K 10K Run4Love is a race to raise awareness and funds for children with craniofacial differences. Inspired by the late Philip Mathews,

  • Sat 15

    Bingo for the Grove

    August 15 @ 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
    Hunter Museum of American Art 10 Bluff View Ave, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Inspired by the charm and glamour of an Italian summer, this year’s Bingo for the Grove theme, “La Dolce Vita,” promises an unforgettable evening with impact. Guests will enjoy a

    $200
  • Sat 15
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    StarNight 2026

    August 15 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Chattanooga Convention Center 1 Carter St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Highlighting more than 60 years of service, the Siskin Children’s Institute’s largest fundraiser, StarNight 2026 will feature an evening of Western Glam – celebrating grit, grace, and giving! Held at

  • Mon 17

    2026 National Thrift Shop Day, Thrift Crawl

    August 17 @ 10:00 am - August 22 @ 6:00 pm
    Chattanooga Room in the Inn Thrift Store 3807 Ringgold Rd, East Ridge, TN, United States

    Participate in this year's Thrift Crawl in honor of National Thrift Shop Day on August 17th! Several area nonprofit thrift stores will be hosting and each store will have a

  • Mon 17

    The Hatcher Classic – Summer Golf Tournament

    August 17 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Chattanooga Golf and Country Club 1511 Riverview Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Enjoy a round of golf at the Chattanooga Golf & Country Club for the Austin Hatcher Foundation’s annual Hatcher Classic Summer Tournament. Register your team of four and experience a

  • September 2026

  • Sat 12
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    Celebration of Life and Hope

    September 12 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    Austin Hatcher Foundation, Education Advancement Center 1705 S Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga, United States

    September 12 Hear inspiring family stories and celebrations at the Austin Hatcher Foundation’s 19th annual Celebration of Life and Hope! The gala-style event includes live and silent auctions, live music,

    $250
  • Mon 14
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    Memorial Foundation Annual Golf Invitational

    September 14

    September 14 Join fellow golfers for some friendly competition and celebration at the 35th annual Memorial Foundation Golf Invitational tournament – Chattanooga’s premier golf event! All funds raised will specifically

  • Sat 19
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    RMHC Run4Kids and Fun Fest

    September 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
    Tennessee Riverwalk, Hubert Fry Center 4301 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, United States

    September 19  Move for a good cause at the seventh annual Run4Kids, a 5K run and one-mile walk hosted by the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga. The race

  • Sat 19

    Doggie Days of Summer

    September 19 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Doggie Days of Summer is geared towards senior and disabled dogs, but open to all dogs and their families. Bring your dogs or kids out for a fun day of

    Free
  • Sat 19
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    Paddle for PanCAN 2026

    September 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:59 pm
    Suck Creek Boat Launch 1907 Suck Creek Road, Chattanooga, United States

    September 19  Make waves in the fight against pancreatic cancer at River Gorge Excursions’ Paddle for PanCAN 2026! Launching from Suck Creek Boat Launch, the out-and-back 5K river race invites

    $40
  • 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 enjoy tasty food and drinks

    $55
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  • Looking for a new restaurant to try in Chattanooga? Check out BONA FIDE in Southside, a newly opened restaurant and bar serving up seasonal dishes, handmade pasta, craft cocktails, and more! 🍽️

Have you been to BONA FIDE yet? Comment your favorite dish!

📍BONA FIDE (55 Johnson St.)
🗓️Wednesdays through Sundays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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Chattanooga | Dinner Ideas | New Restaurant | Tennessee Restaurants | Date Night | Now Open | Chattanooga Dining | Southside Chattanooga
  • Did you know you can feed the second-largest tortoise species in the world at Chattanooga Zoo? 🐢 The Aldabra tortoise feeding experience lets you get up close with these gentle giants while learning more about their incredible size, habits, and personalities from the Zoo staff. 

Great for visitors of all ages, you’ll have the opportunity to hand-feed the tortoises and brush their shells, which they love!

📍Chattanooga Zoo (301 N Holtzclaw Ave.)
📅 Wednesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
  • Make a splash at the @rivergameschatt, happening this weekend: August 14–16! 🌊 This free, family-friendly celebration brings plenty of action and excitement to the Tennessee River, with outdoor competitions, activities, and riverfront fun for everyone to enjoy.

Best of all, there’s no admission fee, so grab your friends and family and spend the weekend celebrating Chattanooga’s adventurous spirit!
  • Stay chic, Chattanooga! ✨
  • Looking for fun events in Chattanooga next month? We’ve got you covered! Here are just a few of the events you can attend in August:

🏴‍☠️ Pirates, Parrots, and Princesses
📍 @chattanoogazoo
📅 August 8

🌊 @rivergameschatt
📍 Ross’s Landing
📅 August 14 – 16

👟 Summer Sizzler
📍 Camp Jordan
📅 August 23

Head to our website at the link in our bio for our full list of events and celebrations happening in August!
  • Looking for a zoo experience you’ll never forget? 🦒 Head over to Chattanooga Zoo’s giraffe feeding station for the chance to meet these gentle giants up close!

For just $5 (or $4 for Zoo members), you’ll have the opportunity to hand-feed one of the Zoo’s resident giraffes. Plus, the feeding deck offers a unique view and plenty of photo-worthy moments. 📸

Advance registration is not required, and tickets can be purchased at the giraffe feeding platform. 

📍@chattanoogazoo (301 N Holtzclaw Ave.)
📅 Wednesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Looking for a new restaurant to try in Chattanooga? Check out BONA FIDE in Southside, a newly opened restaurant and bar serving up seasonal dishes, handmade pasta, craft cocktails, and more! 🍽️ Have you been to BONA FIDE yet? Comment your favorite dish! 📍BONA FIDE (55 Johnson St.) 🗓️Wednesdays through Sundays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Chattanooga | Dinner Ideas | New Restaurant | Tennessee Restaurants | Date Night | Now Open | Chattanooga Dining | Southside Chattanooga
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Did you know you can feed the second-largest tortoise species in the world at Chattanooga Zoo? 🐢 The Aldabra tortoise feeding experience lets you get up close with these gentle giants while learning more about their incredible size, habits, and personalities from the Zoo staff. Great for visitors of all ages, you’ll have the opportunity to hand-feed the tortoises and brush their shells, which they love! 📍Chattanooga Zoo (301 N Holtzclaw Ave.) 📅 Wednesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Make a splash at the @rivergameschatt, happening this weekend: August 14–16! 🌊 This free, family-friendly celebration brings plenty of action and excitement to the Tennessee River, with outdoor competitions, activities, and riverfront fun for everyone to enjoy.

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Make a splash at the @rivergameschatt, happening this weekend: August 14–16! 🌊 This free, family-friendly celebration brings plenty of action and excitement to the Tennessee River, with outdoor competitions, activities, and riverfront fun for everyone to enjoy. Best of all, there’s no admission fee, so grab your friends and family and spend the weekend celebrating Chattanooga’s adventurous spirit!
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Looking for fun events in Chattanooga next month? We’ve got you covered! Here are just a few of the events you can attend in August:

🏴‍☠️ Pirates, Parrots, and Princesses
📍 @chattanoogazoo
📅 August 8

🌊 @rivergameschatt
📍 Ross’s Landing
📅 August 14 – 16

👟 Summer Sizzler
📍 Camp Jordan
📅 August 23

Head to our website at the link in our bio for our full list of events and celebrations happening in August!
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Looking for fun events in Chattanooga next month? We’ve got you covered! Here are just a few of the events you can attend in August: 🏴‍☠️ Pirates, Parrots, and Princesses 📍 @chattanoogazoo 📅 August 8 🌊 @rivergameschatt 📍 Ross’s Landing 📅 August 14 – 16 👟 Summer Sizzler 📍 Camp Jordan 📅 August 23 Head to our website at the link in our bio for our full list of events and celebrations happening in August!
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Looking for a zoo experience you’ll never forget? 🦒 Head over to Chattanooga Zoo’s giraffe feeding station for the chance to meet these gentle giants up close! For just $5 (or $4 for Zoo members), you’ll have the opportunity to hand-feed one of the Zoo’s resident giraffes. Plus, the feeding deck offers a unique view and plenty of photo-worthy moments. 📸 Advance registration is not required, and tickets can be purchased at the giraffe feeding platform. 📍@chattanoogazoo (301 N Holtzclaw Ave.) 📅 Wednesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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