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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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  • July 2026

  • Sat 25

    Chattanooga Water Lantern Festival

    July 25 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Chester Frost Park Pavilion 7989 Causeway Rd, Hixson, TN, United States

    Want to see the floating lanterns? Gather with friends and loved ones at Chester Frost Park for the Chattanooga Water Lantern Festival! Enjoy food trucks and live entertainment as you

    $30.99
  • Sat 25
    Christmas in July Winter Skating

    Christmas in July – Winter Skating

    July 25 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Stable 41 214 1st Street, Fort Oglethorpe, GA, United States

    Beat the summer heat and enter a winter wonderland at Stable 41’s Christmas in July and Winter Skating Event! From 7 to 10 p.m., the free, festive summer event invites

  • 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
  • Mon 27
    2026 NMRA National Convention and National Train Show

    2026 NMRA National Convention and National Train Show

    July 27 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 2026 NMRA National Convention and National Train Show
    Chattanooga Convention Center 1 Carter St, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    The 2026 National Convention and Train Show rolls into Chattanooga from July 27 through August 2, 2026, bringing together model railroad enthusiasts, collectors, and families from across the country for

    $150
  • Thu 30
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    Seniors Got Talent 2026

    July 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Silverdale Center Creekside Theater 7218 Bonny Oaks Dr #1005, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    The Morning Pointe Foundation presents Seniors Got Talent 2026 – an annual live talent competition showcasing seniors 60+ across the Southeast. Celebrate ageless talent as senior singers, musicians, dancers, comedians,

  • August 2026

  • Sat 1
    chattanooga wellness expo

    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

  • 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 run will start and finish

    $40
  • 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 that combines extreme sports –

  • 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
    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, grace, and giving! Held at

  • 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

  • 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 event that includes race swag,

    $20.83
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  • Looking for a fun activity this summer? ☀️ Head to Rock City and enjoy the views of Lover's Leap. And, from May 23 through August 9, celebrate America’s 250th with their limited-time summer experience, complete with mountaintop music, hands-on play, and moments of wonder that unfold from day to night.
  • Send this reel to your book bestie – because your TBR stacks are about to grow! 📚✨

Part bookshop, part bakery, The Bookery House in Cleveland is the perfect spot to find your next summer read. Browse new and used books across every genre, including works from 20+ indie authors, then settle in with a brownie and coffee, a cookie and lemonade, or a cinnamon roll and dirty soda.

With cozy reading nooks around every corner, it’s easy to see why they were voted Cleveland’s #1 bookshop!

Local Bookstore┃Local Bakery┃Fresh Cookies┃Dirty Sodas┃Lemonade┃Books And Coffee┃TBR Pile┃Reader Community┃Chattanooga Reads┃Bookworm ┃Summer Read┃Bookstagram┃Bookish Life┃Indie Authors┃New and Used Books┃Reader’s Choice Award
  • Check out @mumashikabyattack, Chattanooga’s newest, reservation-only, Japanese dining experience hidden inside Attack of the Tatsu! Their delicious menu rotates seasonally, which means you’re in for a unique experience every time you visit!

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  • Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center is a 300-acre, public green space with beautiful hiking trails, an arboretum, and a wildlife sanctuary. 🌱 Their native plant nursery, opened in 1956, exclusively grows and sells trees, shrubs, and perennials that occur or grow naturally in the region.

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  • Show of hands, who’s ready to step into their lavender era? 🪻⛰️ From now until the end of June, Lookout Lavender’s Upick event is the perfect way to relax and unwind. Grab your friends and loved ones for a day filled with fragrant blooms, cold drinks, and breathtaking mountain views. And don’t forget to swing by The Lav Shack for homemade goodies and creative inspiration for your freshly picked lavender!

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🍕: @lookoutmountainpizza 

Lavender fields | Lavender season | Taylor swift | Chattanooga Swifties | Local farm | Countryside | Mountains | Summer Vibes | Relaxing | Scenic Views |Purple Dreams
  • Craving brunch? 🥯 Stop by Honey Seed and try their honey turkey bagel, featuring honey jalapeño cream cheese, alpha sprouts, and more delicious toppings.

📸 @richshootsfood
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Looking for a fun activity this summer? ☀️ Head to Rock City and enjoy the views of Lover's Leap. And, from May 23 through August 9, celebrate America’s 250th with their limited-time summer experience, complete with mountaintop music, hands-on play, and moments of wonder that unfold from day to night.
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Looking for a fun activity this summer? ☀️ Head to Rock City and enjoy the views of Lover's Leap. And, from May 23 through August 9, celebrate America’s 250th with their limited-time summer experience, complete with mountaintop music, hands-on play, and moments of wonder that unfold from day to night.
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Send this reel to your book bestie – because your TBR stacks are about to grow! 📚✨ Part bookshop, part bakery, The Bookery House in Cleveland is the perfect spot to find your next summer read. Browse new and used books across every genre, including works from 20+ indie authors, then settle in with a brownie and coffee, a cookie and lemonade, or a cinnamon roll and dirty soda. With cozy reading nooks around every corner, it’s easy to see why they were voted Cleveland’s #1 bookshop! Local Bookstore┃Local Bakery┃Fresh Cookies┃Dirty Sodas┃Lemonade┃Books And Coffee┃TBR Pile┃Reader Community┃Chattanooga Reads┃Bookworm ┃Summer Read┃Bookstagram┃Bookish Life┃Indie Authors┃New and Used Books┃Reader’s Choice Award
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Check out @mumashikabyattack, Chattanooga’s newest, reservation-only, Japanese dining experience hidden inside Attack of the Tatsu! Their delicious menu rotates seasonally, which means you’re in for a unique experience every time you visit! Have you been yet? 🥢🥃😋 . . . . . . Japanese food | yakitori | Chattanooga, TN | eat local | Asian fusion | pork chops | bao buns | cocktails | family style | skewers | shareable plates | seasonal menu | chef driven | handmade noodles
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Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center is a 300-acre, public green space with beautiful hiking trails, an arboretum, and a wildlife sanctuary. 🌱 Their native plant nursery, opened in 1956, exclusively grows and sells trees, shrubs, and perennials that occur or grow naturally in the region.

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Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center is a 300-acre, public green space with beautiful hiking trails, an arboretum, and a wildlife sanctuary. 🌱 Their native plant nursery, opened in 1956, exclusively grows and sells trees, shrubs, and perennials that occur or grow naturally in the region. 📸 @richsmithphoto
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Show of hands, who’s ready to step into their lavender era? 🪻⛰️ From now until the end of June, Lookout Lavender’s Upick event is the perfect way to relax and unwind. Grab your friends and loved ones for a day filled with fragrant blooms, cold drinks, and breathtaking mountain views. And don’t forget to swing by The Lav Shack for homemade goodies and creative inspiration for your freshly picked lavender! 🥤: @cheimantea 🍕: @lookoutmountainpizza Lavender fields | Lavender season | Taylor swift | Chattanooga Swifties | Local farm | Countryside | Mountains | Summer Vibes | Relaxing | Scenic Views |Purple Dreams
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Craving brunch? 🥯 Stop by Honey Seed and try their honey turkey bagel, featuring honey jalapeño cream cheese, alpha sprouts, and more delicious toppings.

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