Pops on The River
Thursday, July 2 | 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Coolidge Park
The 2026 Pops on the River celebration will return on Thursday, July 2, in Coolidge Park, thanks to the City of Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors, Chattanooga Presents, and several community sponsors.
Chattanooga’s riverfront celebration for over 30 years, traditionally held on the Thursday prior to July 4th, is a large-scale community event featuring an evening of live music, fireworks, food, and family-friendly activities. It includes a Homegrown Vendor Market, food trucks, the Chattanooga Symphony and Opera, and Kids Zone activities, culminating in a large-scale fireworks display. This Tennessee America 250 Program is supported in part by the Tennessee Commission for the United States.
Price: Free to attend
Nightfall Free Summer Concert Series: GOODBYE GIRLS / THE ESSENTIALS / THE MOOD SWINGS (EARLY SHOW)
Friday, July 3 | 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM | Miller Plaza
JULY 3 – GOODBYE GIRLS / THE ESSENTIALS / THE MOOD SWINGS (EARLY SHOW) *Miller Park Stage*
Celebrate summer at Nightfall, a free outdoor concert series in downtown Chattanooga featuring live music, food trucks, and community fun every Friday.
On July 3, enjoy a special early show with Goodbye Girls at 5PM, The Essentials at 6:30PM, and The Mood Swings at 8PM. This Nashville-based soul-pop group brings a Motown-inspired sound, complete with horns, energy, and nonstop groove.
Price: FREE
Red, White, and Blue Day
Saturday, July 4 | 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Creative Discovery Museum
July 4, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Say "Happy Birthday" to America at Red, White, and Blue Day. Families can participate in activities that teach children about the importance behind the 4th of July - and make sure not to miss our signature 21 Geyser Salute at 4 p.m.!
CDM will be open until 7 p.m. - enjoy the day at the Museum, then stay downtown for the America 250 drone and Pyro Celebration at Ross's Landing.
Included with Museum Admission.
Price: $19.95
United 250 Mayors' Finale Celebration
Saturday, July 4 | 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM | Chattanooga Riverfront
The unifying finale event for the entire celebration series. This free downtown celebration, produced in partnership with Hamilton County, will feature a world-class 500-drone show above the Tennessee River in a choreographed patriotic performance, along with a dramatic 1,000-foot pyro waterfall cascading from the Market Street Bridge.
This Tennessee America 250 Program is supported in part by the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial.
Red, White & Blueberries
Sunday, July 5 | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM | First Horizon Pavilion
Red, white, and blueberries!
Celebrate Fourth of July weekend at the Chattanooga Market with a star-spangled Sunday full of summer flavor. Blueberries take center stage as we highlight all things sweet, fresh, and festive — from berry-packed treats to patriotic market vibes.
Feeling competitive? Jump into one of our blueberry pie-eating contests at 12:00 pm or 2:00 pm, or cheer on as our vendors go head-to-head at 3:00 pm. Want to participate? Just stop by the front desk to sign up — no fireworks required.
It’s a fun, family-friendly way to keep the celebration going after the Fourth, with local food, fresh finds, live music, and plenty of blueberry love.
Market Hours
Sunday, July 5: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Price: FREE
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