The hot, summer weather is officially here which means July 4th is right around the corner! Why settle for just one round of fireworks shows when you can pack in multiple events for 4th of July this summer? We'll add events to this list as they are confirmed!

Pops on The River

July 3, 2024 | 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM | Coolidge Park

The 2024 Pops on the River celebration will return on Wednesday, July 3, in Coolidge Park, thanks to the City of Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors, Chattanooga Presents and several community sponsors.

This popular community event will kick-off at 4:30 PM with a FREE outdoor concert by Love, Peace & Happiness. The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera (CSO) will perform a patriotic program at 7:30 PM leading up to a large fireworks display which is scheduled for its conclusion at approximately 9:30 PM.

The public is invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a picnic during the Pops on the River program. A variety of food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink concessions will be available for purchase on site. You can find more info here.

 

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Adventures

Nothing says the 4th of July like a day (or evening) out on the water. Book a sightseeing tour with Southern Belle Riverboat or rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard with L2 Outside! You can also book a family-friendly train ride with Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum.

 

Family Fun

Join the Creative Discovery Museum in celebrating 4th of July on their Red, White, and Blue Day. Have a blast with Independence Day-themed activities and dress up in your favorite Fourth of July attire!

 

Markets, Music, and Food--Oh my!

Enjoy the Chattanooga Market's Red, White, and Blueberry-themed market on June 30. Participate (or watch) the blueberry pie-eating contest and buy goodies from local artisans and craftsmen. 

Sip on cocktails and graze on delicious small plates from The Edwin Hotel's rooftop pool. Catch the view of fireworks from all over Chattanooga at their Red, White, and Moon Pool Party on July 4th.

If you're looking for some live music, don't miss Chattanooga's favorite summer live music series, Nightfall every Friday night located in Miller Plaza and Miller Park.

If local markets and train rides aren't your thing, maybe a nice meal out on your favorite restaurant's patio with a drink in your hand is. Check out 15 of the best restaurants in Chattanooga with outdoor seating.