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  • October 2026

  • Fri 2

    3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival

    October 2 @ 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival
    Ross's Landing 201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest

    Free
  • Fri 2

    Dread Hollow

    October 2 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Dread Hollow

    This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms, complete with

    $25 – $35
  • Sat 3
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    Chattanooga River Market

    October 3 @ 12:00 am - 3:00 pm Chattanooga River Market
    Tennessee Aquarium Plaza 1 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    The River Market features handmade goods from area artists, craftspeople, and food artisans. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and musical performances by local and touring artists.

  • Sat 3

    Tennessee Valley Heart Walk

    October 3 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am

    The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk is a family- and dog-friendly (leashes are required) event that brings the community together to get active, raise life-saving funds, and support the mission of

  • Sat 3
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    Rails, Wizards & Spells

    October 3 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Rails, Wizards & Spells
    Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum 4119 Cromwell Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    September 18-20 & 25-27  Step into a magical world of adventure at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s third annual Rails, Wizards & Spells train experience. Before boarding the train at

    $35
  • Sat 3

    Croctober Fest 2026

    October 3 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Electric Crocodile 607 Cherokee Boulevard, Chattanooga, United States

    Get ready for Vintage Crocodile’s 2nd annual fall vintage market – Croctober Fest 2026.  From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Electric Crocodile North location, attendees can shop and

  • Sat 3

    On the Horizon Resource Fair

    October 3 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Chattanooga Downtown Library 1001 Broad St, Chattanooga (TN), TN, United States

    As part of The Gold Horizon’s inaugural Youth Empowerment Weekend, we’re bringing families and community resources together in one place! Come discover additional resources beyond the classroom and connect with

  • Sat 3

    Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge

    October 3 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Walnut Street Bridge 1 Walnut Street, Chattanooga, United States

    After nearly 18 months of renovations, the highly anticipated Reopening of the Walnut Street Bridge is set for October 3. To celebrate the occasion, the City of Chattanooga invites the

  • Sat 3

    3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival

    October 3 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival
    Ross's Landing 201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Come fiddle about at the 19th annual 3 Sisters Festival – a free two-day festival that honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler, Fletcher Bright. Featuring some of the biggest

    Free
  • Sat 3

    Underwater Pumpkin Carving Show

    October 3 @ 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
  • Sat 3

    Crabtree Farms: Field to Feast October Dinner

    October 3 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga 1000 E 30th St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    About This Event Introducing Field to Feast at Crabtree Farms Join us for an intimate gathering celebrating seasonal food, the people who grow it, and the community it nourishes. In

    $225
  • Sat 3

    Digger in IMAX!

    October 3 @ 6:15 pm - 8:24 pm Digger in IMAX!
    Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater 201 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    October 1 - October 14 2 Hours 9 Minutes | R | 2D Academy Award winner Tom Cruise stars in Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s original film Digger, from

    $15.00
  • Sat 3

    Dread Hollow

    October 3 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Dread Hollow

    This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms, complete with

    $25 – $35
  • Sat 3

    Dare to Dance

    October 3 @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
    Chattanooga Convention Center 1 Carter St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    For 19 years, Dare to Dance has dazzled fans and been the Chattanooga Kidney Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event. Based on the popular TV show “Dancing With the Stars,” guests

    $105
  • Sun 4
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    Rails, Wizards & Spells

    October 4 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Rails, Wizards & Spells
    Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum 4119 Cromwell Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    September 18-20 & 25-27  Step into a magical world of adventure at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s third annual Rails, Wizards & Spells train experience. Before boarding the train at

    $35
  • Sun 4

    Digger in IMAX!

    October 4 @ 6:15 pm - 8:24 pm Digger in IMAX!
    Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater 201 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    October 1 - October 14 2 Hours 9 Minutes | R | 2D Academy Award winner Tom Cruise stars in Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s original film Digger, from

    $15.00
  • Sun 4

    Dread Hollow

    October 4 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Dread Hollow

    This award-winning haunted house experience is not for the faint of heart! Dread Hollow offers nights of terrifying fun with three haunted houses and three horror-themed escape rooms, complete with

    $25 – $35
  • Mon 5
    Pearls and Wine

    Pearls & Pours at Nomia Modern Kitchen

    October 5 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Pearls & Pours at Nomia Modern Kitchen
    Nomia Modern Kitchen 105 W. Main St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join Nomia Modern Kitchen every Monday from 5-10 p.m. for $2 oysters and half-off bottles of wine. Guests can also enjoy a featured wine by the glass for just $10.

  • Mon 5

    Digger in IMAX!

    October 5 @ 6:15 pm - 8:24 pm Digger in IMAX!
    Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater 201 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    October 1 - October 14 2 Hours 9 Minutes | R | 2D Academy Award winner Tom Cruise stars in Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s original film Digger, from

    $15.00
  • Tue 6

    Digger in IMAX!

    October 6 @ 6:15 pm - 8:24 pm Digger in IMAX!
    Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater 201 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    October 1 - October 14 2 Hours 9 Minutes | R | 2D Academy Award winner Tom Cruise stars in Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s original film Digger, from

    $15.00
  • Wed 7
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    Junior Caver Tour at Ruby Falls

    October 7 Junior Caver Tour
    Ruby Falls 1720 Scenic Hwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Curiosity leads the way on the Jr. Caver Tour, a new interactive guided cave adventure for families visiting with children. See the wonders hidden in Ruby Falls Cave, learn how

    $29.95
  • Wed 7
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    “Every Block Print Holy” Art Gallery Opening

    October 7 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Southern Adventist University 4881 Taylor Cir, Collegedale, TN, United States

    The art of Ned Bustard will go on display October 7, 2026, at 6 p.m. in the John C. Williams Gallery on the second floor of Brock Hall on the

    Free
  • Wed 7

    Queen Budapest in IMAX!

    October 7 @ 6:15 pm - 7:52 pm Queen Budapest in IMAX!
    Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater 201 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    October 7 & October 10 1 Hour 37 Min | 2D | General Seating On July 27, 1986, Queen performed the largest-ever stadium concert at the N JULY 27, 1986,

    $15.00
  • Wed 7

    Beginner I Salsa Dance Course

    October 7 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    G2G Salsa 2255 Center St Ste 100, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    This will be a 3 WEEK Course G2G teaches LA style salsa and bachata dance classes in Chattanooga, TN. Our three-week courses are tailored to maximize your experience and learning.

    $95.00
  • Thu 8

    Story Time at Hamilton Place: The Night Before Halloween

    October 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    The Pottery Place of Chattanooga 6413 Lee Hwy #135, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Get into the Halloween Spirit with Becca at with a story time that's just the right mount of spooky! We'll read the a festive Halloween story: The Night Before Halloween

    $18
  • Thu 8

    Hope for the Homeless Open House

    October 8 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Black Creek 2934 River Gorge Dr, Chattanooga, United States

    Hope for the Homeless: Open House Join Family Promise of Greater Chattanooga for a special evening of community, art, and purpose at the beautiful home of Dr. Carey & Pamela

  • Thu 8

    Hope for the Homeless Open House

    October 8 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Black Creek 2934 River Gorge Dr, Chattanooga, United States

    Family Promise of Greater Chattanooga is a non-profit organization that assist families in transitional housing. This Open House event is a fundraiser that will enable FP to continue with our

    $50.00
  • Thu 8
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    Tarot & Tini’s at Nomia Modern Kitchen

    October 8 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Tarot & Tini’s at Nomia Modern Kitchen
    Nomia Modern Kitchen 105 W. Main St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Visit Nomia Modern Kitchen for $10 specialty martinis and $16 tuna tartare every Thursday evening. Guests can also enjoy complimentary tarot readings with King Astrology beginning at 6 p.m. on

  • Thu 8

    Digger in IMAX!

    October 8 @ 6:15 pm - 8:24 pm Digger in IMAX!
    Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater 201 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    October 1 - October 14 2 Hours 9 Minutes | R | 2D Academy Award winner Tom Cruise stars in Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s original film Digger, from

    $15.00
  • Thu 8

    Chattanooga Ballet Presents: ART / Bridges

    October 8 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Chattanooga Ballet Presents: ART / Bridges
    UTC Fine Arts Center - Hayes Concert Hall 752 Vine St, Chattanooga, United States

    Chattanooga Ballet is proud to showcase its world-class company in their first performance of the season, "ART / Bridges", featuring works by nationally renowned choreographers Kara Wilkes, Jamorris Rivers, and Chattanooga

    $21
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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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