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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,

    Free
  • Sun 28

    Chattanooga Waterfront Triathlon

    June 28
    Riverfront Parkway 200 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Freestyle downstream in the Tennessee River, pedal through the historic riverfront, and then sprint through the beautiful Tennessee Riverwalk at the 44th Annual Chattanooga Waterfront Triathlon!

  • Sun 28
    Treat Trot

    Treat Trot Chattanooga

    June 28 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am
    Camp Jordan 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN, United States

    Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am

  • July 2026

  • Sat 11
    burn your half off race

    Burn Your Half Off by Run Chattanooga

    July 11
    Chattanooga, TN Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Run Chattanooga presents Burn Your Half Off – a no-pressure race event that is perfect for  walkers, joggers, and runners of all abilities! With your

    $91.10
  • August 2026

  • Sat 8
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    Missionary Ridge Road Race 2026

    August 8 @ 8:00 am - 9:15 am
    Bragg Reservation 169 South Crest Road, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Register now for the 53rd running of the Missionary Ridge Road Race! Hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club, the 4.7-mile road race and 1-mile fun

    $40
  • 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

  • Sun 23
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    Summer Sizzler

    August 23 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am
    Camp Jordan 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN, United States

    Experience a day of fun, family, and fitness at the annual Summer Sizzler 5K, 10K, or 15K at Camp Jordan! Registrants can expect a family-friendly

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  • Ease into the fall season with this refreshing pairing from @littlecoyotetn! Send this to a friend who’d love to try a tuna tostada paired with a top-shelf margarita. 🍹
  • One of Chattanooga’s most recognizable landmarks, the Tennessee Aquarium brings the wonders of the underwater world to the heart of the Scenic City. 🐟 With both a River Journey and Ocean Journey building, @tennesseeaquarium takes visitors from the Tennessee River to the open ocean, showcasing an incredible variety of aquatic life from around the world.
  • Got an event coming up in Chattanooga? 📅 From concerts and festivals to local markets, community events, and family-friendly fun, our event calendar makes it easy to find what’s happening around the Scenic City.

Submit your upcoming event at the link in our bio and help locals and visitors discover what’s happening in Chattanooga!
  • Celebrate the end of summer with @clumpies! Try one of these summer flavors before they are gone. Fall flavors drop 9/11/26. Taste summer while you still can! 🍦 

Chattanooga | Clumpies |  Chattanooga Eats | Visit Chattanooga | Local Eats | Ice Cream
  • Looking for a Zoo experience that’s a little more wild? 🐾 Chattanooga Zoo’s Meerkat WILD Encounter gives you the chance to step behind the scenes, enter their habitat, and interact with these curious creatures!

This 30-minute, zookeeper-guided experience includes a feeding opportunity, access to staff-only areas, and photos taken by Zoo staff. Plus, you’ll receive full Zoo admission for the day. 📸

All WILD Encounters must be booked in advance, so reserve your spot for a memorable animal experience!

📍Chattanooga Zoo (301 N Holtzclaw Ave.)
  • The results are in! 🏅 Chattanooga was named one of “The Best Places to Live in Tennessee” by the U.S. News & World Report. Congratulations to the Scenic City!
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Ease into the fall season with this refreshing pairing from @littlecoyotetn! Send this to a friend who’d love to try a tuna tostada paired with a top-shelf margarita. 🍹
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One of Chattanooga’s most recognizable landmarks, the Tennessee Aquarium brings the wonders of the underwater world to the heart of the Scenic City. 🐟 With both a River Journey and Ocean Journey building, @tennesseeaquarium takes visitors from the Tennessee River to the open ocean, showcasing an incredible variety of aquatic life from around the world.
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One of Chattanooga’s most recognizable landmarks, the Tennessee Aquarium brings the wonders of the underwater world to the heart of the Scenic City. 🐟 With both a River Journey and Ocean Journey building, @tennesseeaquarium takes visitors from the Tennessee River to the open ocean, showcasing an incredible variety of aquatic life from around the world.
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Got an event coming up in Chattanooga? 📅 From concerts and festivals to local markets, community events, and family-friendly fun, our event calendar makes it easy to find what’s happening around the Scenic City.

Submit your upcoming event at the link in our bio and help locals and visitors discover what’s happening in Chattanooga!
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Got an event coming up in Chattanooga? 📅 From concerts and festivals to local markets, community events, and family-friendly fun, our event calendar makes it easy to find what’s happening around the Scenic City. Submit your upcoming event at the link in our bio and help locals and visitors discover what’s happening in Chattanooga!
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Celebrate the end of summer with @clumpies! Try one of these summer flavors before they are gone. Fall flavors drop 9/11/26. Taste summer while you still can! 🍦 Chattanooga | Clumpies | Chattanooga Eats | Visit Chattanooga | Local Eats | Ice Cream
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Looking for a Zoo experience that’s a little more wild? 🐾 Chattanooga Zoo’s Meerkat WILD Encounter gives you the chance to step behind the scenes, enter their habitat, and interact with these curious creatures! This 30-minute, zookeeper-guided experience includes a feeding opportunity, access to staff-only areas, and photos taken by Zoo staff. Plus, you’ll receive full Zoo admission for the day. 📸 All WILD Encounters must be booked in advance, so reserve your spot for a memorable animal experience! 📍Chattanooga Zoo (301 N Holtzclaw Ave.)
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The results are in! 🏅 Chattanooga was named one of “The Best Places to Live in Tennessee” by the U.S. News & World Report. Congratulations to the Scenic City!
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The results are in! 🏅 Chattanooga was named one of “The Best Places to Live in Tennessee” by the U.S. News & World Report. Congratulations to the Scenic City!
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