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Top Events Happening in Chattanooga this Weekend

Weekend Top 5: May 22 - 24 Looking for things to do in Chattanooga this weekend? We did the digging so you can do the fun stuff! Looking for more Memorial Day Weekend fun? Check out our guide to Memorial Day in the Scenic City. ATMOSPHERE Fridays with Onsueg + Man in Black Friday, May 22 | 10:00 PM…

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Rainbow Lake Trail

With over 50 trailheads within 30 minutes of downtown, it wouldn’t be totally fair to label the hiking scene in Chattanooga as one of the best in the country. From the slopes of Lookout Mountain to the steep crests of the Tennessee River Gorge, the Scenic City is blessed with a diverse and notable…

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America 250 Chattanooga Events You Won't Want to Miss

From a stunning drone and pyrotechnics show over the Tennessee River to free outdoor concerts, Cherokee history lectures, and a community poetry pathway, the Scenic City has a packed calendar of America 250 events this summer. Whether you're looking for family-friendly fun, a meaningful cultural…

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Cocktail with a View: Chattanooga’s Best Rooftop Bars

Chattanooga's rooftop bar scene has officially arrived — and then some. From a century-old bank building turned sky-high cocktail lounge to a brand-new Hyatt crowning the Southside, the Scenic City keeps raising the bar (literally) on where to sip, socialize, and soak up the views. Whether you're…

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Flower Picking Farms You Won't Want to Miss Near Chattanooga

Pick your own flowers, strawberries, lavender, and more! With the warmer weather rolling in, it’s time to soak in the beauty and fragrance of local flower fields—and take some of that beauty home with you! Check out our ultimate guide to flower picking this spring and summer! Whether you’re after…

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Planning a Whitewater Rafting Trip Around Chattanooga

When the Olympics came to Atlanta in 1996, the decision on where to hold the whitewater paddling events was an easy one—even if it did require that the athletes travel a few hours into Tennessee. The Ocoee River is considered one of the top whitewater destinations in the world—and you don’t have to…

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11 Great Places to Go Swimming in Chattanooga

In the midst of a Chattanooga summer, there’s often nothing more appealing than going for a swim to escape the blazing heat. While we love that Southeastern sunshine, a good cool-down is a must-do when the mercury rises. Luckily, swimming options in Chattanooga abound, from lakes and rivers just…

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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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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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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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