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Dive into Chattanooga's Art Scene at the UTC Fine Arts Center

About the UTC’s Fine Art Center Chattanooga is a city full of locally made art, with murals and sculptures scattered throughout, constantly drawing people in to explore its vibrant and ever-growing art scene. Yet, one gem that often gets overlooked is the Fine Arts Center at the University of…

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Top Events Happening in Chattanooga this Weekend

Weekend Top 5: July 11 - July 13 Looking for things to do in Chattanooga this weekend? We did the digging so you can do the fun stuff! Summer Soiree 2025 Friday, July 11 | 5:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. | Dandle Spa & Skincare On July 11th we will be hosting our Summer Soiree to celebrate our newest…

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Music Venues

Chattanooga's music culture is thriving. And there are plenty of places to enjoy live music. Whether your thing is soulful singer/songwriters, classic rock n’ roll, jazz, hip hop, or dance parties, there’s a music venue for you to experience in Chattanooga. Barking Legs Theater Bessie Smith…

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Make Music Day Chattanooga: All the City’s a Stage

Ever dreamed of a day when music fills the streets, parks, and museums – all for free? That dream will come to reality on June 21 during Make Music Day! The History of Make Music Day Make Music Day originated in France in 1982, with the name Fête de la Musique. A French minister did a survey…

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Memorial Weekend Fun in Chattanooga

Summer is fast-approaching, and what could be better than spending the opening weekend cruising the Tennessee River on a steamboat or zip-lining high above the treetops? Start your summer off right with Memorial Day fun in Chattanooga! For a full list of events happening over the Memorial Day…

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Chattanooga: North America’s First National Park City

A City in a Park, Not Just a City with Parks Not long ago, Chattanooga was known as one of the most polluted cities in America—buried under smog and forgotten by fresh air. But today, we’re turning that history on its head. We’re now officially the first National Park City in North America—and…

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Running Through Art

Just because you’re traveling to a new city doesn’t mean you have to cancel your run. But let’s be real, finding safe and interesting places to run in a new city can be more exhausting than the run itself. Look no further for your guide to running in Chattanooga. Welcome to Chattanooga, where the…

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Our Summer PLAYlist | Things to do this Summer

Check out Chattanooga Tourism Co. staff's summer PLAYlist! These are our go-to’s for exploring the Chattanooga area in the summer when the sun is hot, the drinks are cold, and the creeks + evening jams are just beckoning you to visit. And who knows, you just might discover some hits you want to put…

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