Chattanooga Events

Chattanooga hosts a variety of events throughout the year including live music, festivals, sporting events, farmers' markets, art shows, theater performances, historical reenactments, family activities, and seasonal celebrations. Browse the Events Calendar to see what's happening today, this weekend, or during your upcoming visit. 

Chattanooga hosts quite a few annual festivals and events ranging from arts to outdoors, free outdoor concert series, marathons, and seasonal traditions/events etc. 

Absolutely. Chattanooga hosts many free events throughout the year including outdoor concerts, festivals, markets, and community events. Check out the Events Calendar to discover free experiences during your visit. 

The Weekend Top 5 blog, published every Monday, highlights the best events happening in Chattanooga that weekend. For a complete list, the events calendar can be filtered to show only the current week, narrowed further by category such as concerts, festivals, or sports.  

Local businesses, venues, and organizations can submit their event directly through the online submission form for consideration to be added to the official Chattanooga events calendar.  

Chattanooga has a vibrant live music scene spanning outdoor concert series, intimate venues, and larger festival stages. The Nightfall concert series brings free outdoor concerts to downtown, while venues throughout the city host touring acts and local musicians year-round. The concerts and live music calendar lists upcoming shows across all venues and genres.

Chattanooga is home to a strong lineup of sporting events, including the Chattanooga Marathon, Ironman Chattanooga, and home games for the Chattanooga Lookouts (Minor League Baseball) and the city's professional soccer team (Chattanooga Football Club). The Tennessee River and surrounding trails also host paddling races, cycling events, and endurance challenges throughout the year, drawing athletes from across the country. 

Every season offers something unique. Spring and fall feature outdoor festivals and races, summer brings concerts and riverfront celebrations, while winter offers holiday lights, seasonal markets, and festive events. No matter when you visit, Chattanooga's year-round calendar provides plenty of opportunities to experience the city.