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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.

Use the category filters or select a date on the calendar below to discover upcoming events in and around The Scenic City!

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Things to Do in Chattanooga: October

Holiday Events

October 2026
United We Dance: Halloween Rave

October 30 @ 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

The Signal 21 Choo Choo Ave, Chattanooga, TN, United States

Hosted by The Signal, the United We Dance: Halloween Rave invites Halloween lovers who are 18+ for a night of dancing, seasonal fun, drinks and more. Tickets are required, and

$27.80 – $58.82
Walk Run Pedal Jamz Festival®

October 31 @ 9:00 am - 7:30 pm

Ross's Landing 201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

The Walk Run Pedal Jamz Festival® is a community celebration - an energetic, family friendly fundraiser taking place on October 31 at The Chattanooga Green inside Ross’s Landing, right along

$25
Boo On The Block

October 31 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

West 14th Street West 14th Street, Chattanooga, United States

Join First Things First for Boo On The Block, a FREE, family-friendly Halloween block party! Bring the kids for face painting, inflatables, activities, giveaways, candy, a DJ, and more. Whether

Free
Haunted Grounds at McDonald Farm

October 31 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm Haunted Grounds at McDonald Farm

McDonald Farm 16705 Coulterville Road, Sale Creek, TN, United States

Enter… if you dare. Haunted Grounds at McDonald Farm will transform the historic farm into a spine-chilling Halloween experience filled with haunted attractions, eerie encounters, seasonal treats, and unforgettable fall

$7 – $20
Underwater Pumpkin Carving Show

October 31 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Underwater Pumpkin Carving

Tennessee Aquarium 1 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

As part of their month-long Oddtober event, the Tennessee Aquarium is hosting the fan-favorite Underwater Pumpkin Carving shows every Saturday in October at 2 p.m.! Watch in awe as SCUBA

$25.95 – $39.95
Truck-or-Treat

October 31 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame & Museum 3315 Broad Street, Chattanooga, United States

A spooky good time for the whole family awaits at the International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame & Museum's Truck-or-Treat event! With games, giveaways, face painting, a food truck,

Free
Boo in the Zoo

October 31 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Boo in the Zoo

Chattanooga Zoo 301 N Holtzclaw Ave, Chattanooga, TN, United States

It's spooky season at the Zoo! Our iconic Halloween event includes: - Candy stations around the Zoo so you can trick-or-treat as you explore - Fun, family-friendly decorations - Your

$11.95 – $20.95
November 2026
Reindeer on the Riverfront & Lighted Boat Parade

November 27 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Coolidge Park 150 River Street, Chattanooga, TN, United States

FIREWORKS - HOLIDAY FUN - REAL REINDEER - PICTURES WITH SANTA - LIGHTED BOAT PARADE! Holiday joy will fill downtown with "Reindeer on the Riverfront & 46th Annual Lighted Boat

Free
December 2026
Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2026

December 16 - December 17

The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul 214 E 8th St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

Showtimes: 1:30 PM & 4:30 PM & 7:30 PM Inspired by the spirit of Vienna, the birthplace of orchestral music and home to some of the world’s most celebrated Christmas