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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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  • August 2026

  • Fri 14
    River Games Chattanooga

    Chattanooga River Games

    August 14 - August 16
    Ross's Landing 201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Experience the “largest extreme sport festival of the South” at the Chattanooga River Games! The multi-sport festival at Ross’s Landing is a free, three-day weekend

  • Sat 15
    logo describing a river market in chattanooga.

    Chattanooga River Market

    August 15 @ 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 15
    Art festival event graphic

    SPLASH Summer Arts Festival

    August 15 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    SPLASH Youth Arts Workshop will be hosting their summer festival in Miller Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be jam-packed with

    Free
  • Sat 15

    Riverfront Nights

    August 15 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Riverfront Nights
    Ross's Landing 201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Enjoy music under the stars at Ross’s Landing during the Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union’s Riverfront Nights. Every Saturday night until September 5, guests can

  • 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

    $200
  • Sat 15
    Starnight 2026

    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,

  • Sun 16
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    Artful Yoga

    August 16 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
    Hunter Museum of American Art 10 Bluff View Ave, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join the Hunter Museum and yoga instructor, Brittany Shaw, for Artful Yoga! Backdropped by the museum’s stunning river views, the art-inspired yoga practice is designed

  • 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

  • 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

  • Mon 17
    Pearls and Wine

    Pearls & Pours at Nomia Modern Kitchen

    August 17 @ 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

  • Wed 19
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    Junior Caver Tour at Ruby Falls

    August 19 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

    $29.95
  • Thu 20
    Tarot card reading

    Tarot & Tini’s at Nomia Modern Kitchen

    August 20 @ 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

  • Thu 20

    Poetry Craft Lab Immersive Poetry Crafting Workshops

    August 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Poetry Craft Lab Immersive Poetry Crafting Workshops
    Beignets & Brew  7019 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Join us at Beignets & Brew on third Thursdays at 6:30 PM (Eastern Time) for a laid-back, fun session where you can dive into the art of poetry.

    Free
  • Fri 21

    Nightlife: Rivers & Realms

    August 21 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Tennessee Aquarium 1 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    August 21st, 2026 6-9 PM You'll never know what kind of magic and adventure you'll find under the peaks of River Journey at this 18+

    $45.00
  • Sat 22
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    Chattanooga River Market

    August 22 @ 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 22
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    Watermelon Festival

    August 22 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Watermelon Festival
    McDonald Farm 16705 Coulterville Road, Sale Creek, TN, United States

    The third Annual Watermelon Festival invites attendees to enjoy a two-day event that’s packed with watermelon-themed fun. Held at Mcdonald Farm, the family-friendly festival will

    $5
  • Sat 22

    Riverfront Nights

    August 22 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Riverfront Nights
    Ross's Landing 201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Enjoy music under the stars at Ross’s Landing during the Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union’s Riverfront Nights. Every Saturday night until September 5, guests can

  • Sun 23
    summer sizzler

    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

    $20.83
  • Sun 23
    Watermelon Festival event graphic

    Watermelon Festival

    August 23 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Watermelon Festival
    McDonald Farm 16705 Coulterville Road, Sale Creek, TN, United States

    The third Annual Watermelon Festival invites attendees to enjoy a two-day event that’s packed with watermelon-themed fun. Held at Mcdonald Farm, the family-friendly festival will

    $5
  • Mon 24
    Pearls and Wine

    Pearls & Pours at Nomia Modern Kitchen

    August 24 @ 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

  • Wed 26
    junior caver at ruby falls

    Junior Caver Tour at Ruby Falls

    August 26 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

    $29.95
  • Thu 27
    Tarot card reading

    Tarot & Tini’s at Nomia Modern Kitchen

    August 27 @ 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

  • Sat 29
    logo describing a river market in chattanooga.

    Chattanooga River Market

    August 29 @ 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 29

    Riverfront Nights

    August 29 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Riverfront Nights
    Ross's Landing 201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Enjoy music under the stars at Ross’s Landing during the Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union’s Riverfront Nights. Every Saturday night until September 5, guests can

  • Mon 31
    Pearls and Wine

    Pearls & Pours at Nomia Modern Kitchen

    August 31 @ 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

  • September 2026

  • Wed 2
    junior caver at ruby falls

    Junior Caver Tour at Ruby Falls

    September 2 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

    $29.95
  • Thu 3

    Noontunes 2026

    September 3 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Noontunes 2026
    Miller Park 928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Returning for another season on September 3, Noontunes will feature local musicians every week at Miller Park from 12pm - 1pm! Hosted in partnership with

    Free
  • Thu 3
    Tarot card reading

    Tarot & Tini’s at Nomia Modern Kitchen

    September 3 @ 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

  • Thu 3

    National Treasures: Party at Point Park

    September 3 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Point Park 110 Point Park Rd, Lookout Mountain, TN, United States

    September 3 Hosting the 17th annual National Treasures: Party at Point Park, the National Park Partners invite attendees to enjoy a day of celebration on

  • Sat 5
    logo describing a river market in chattanooga.

    Chattanooga River Market

    September 5 @ 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.

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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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  • 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 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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