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Best Places for a Picnic (and Where to Find the Food)

The weather is warming up and you know what that means--it’s time to get outside! The best way to get outside and enjoy some sunshine is to have a picnic with someone you love whether that's your partner, pet, or pal! No matter what, the Scenic City has so many spots to picnic and lots of places to…

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CHA Spotlight: Lodge Cast Iron Museum

Who: Anyone who loves cookware and culinary history. What: Visitors can see the museum from three different angles; How it’s made, Lodge History and Legacy, and the Cast Iron Culture. When: The Museum and Factory Store are open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM CT Where: Located minutes from downtown…

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Best Biscuits in Chattanooga

Saturday mornings were for making homemade biscuits with my mom growing up. The kitchen counter would be covered in flour and as the dough was rolled out the hardest decision I had to make was choosing which cookie cutters I wanted to use to shape our morning breakfast. After pulling them from the…

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Chattanooga Market

A Weekend Tradition The gathering place for locals; the epicenter of weekend conversation, commerce and fun. It could only be The Chattanooga Market at First Horizon Pavilion. Beginning in April with opening weekend, the Sunday Market continues through November with a special holiday market in…

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Friday Nights in Chattanooga

Friday nights in Chattanooga are always bright. Each weekend, you will find yourself immersed in a vibrant nightlife scene, including neighborhood breweries, live music venues, late-night restaurants, hot spot bars, and a friendly crowd. Here’s a guide on how to spend your Friday evening in the…

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Chattanooga on a Budget

What’s to do in Chattanooga? You could spend months exploring all this city and region have to offer, which makes it an excellent destination for a weekend getaway. You’re sure to find something to enjoy, whether you love the outdoors, arts, culture, or great food. What about if money is tight? That…

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Must Reads with Chattanooga Ties

World Book Day is April 23rd and to celebrate we are going to highlight some local bookstores and authors as well as some books set in our lovely Scenic City! Winder Binder in Chattanooga's Northshore. Local Bookstores We’ve got several local bookstores here in Chattanooga. The Book & Cover…

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Choose your Vibe: Bachelorette Edition

Chattanooga is truly a city that has something for everyone no matter what your vibe is. We’ve got so many great ideas for your Bachelorette weekend! Choose your vibe to see what we suggest for your last weekend as a single woman. Outdoorsy Things to Do There are so many paths, trails, and…

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7 Best Places to Camp in Chattanooga

It’s no secret that Chattanooga is an outdoorsy city. With more than 50 trailheads within half an hour’s drive of downtown and mountain views everywhere you look, the Scenic City is a haven for those who want to feel connected with nature. Perhaps one of the best ways to become immersed in the…

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Getting Around Chattanooga

Walking, biking, bussing, skipping, hopping. Getting around Chattanooga is easy! Market Street and Broad Street run North to South from the river all the way to Lookout Mountain. So, if you ever find yourself saying, “where am I? What am I doing?” just navigate to one of those streets and you’ll be…

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