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People say we’re “aggressively” welcoming. Like there’s something wrong with that! It’s because we love it here. Simple as that.

Sure, this website is called Visit Chattanooga, but there’s plenty here for you too! Maybe you need to brush up on your Chattanooga knowledge to impress the family over Thanksgiving, or you’ve come looking for the cool new bar to scope out for happy hour. Whatever it is, we want to help.  

We’ll point you in right direction to make sure your weekends are busy, your outdoor experiences to die for, your dining one-of-a-kind, and your company friendly.  

14 Things to Do When Friends and Family Visit You in Chattanooga

Having the luxury of living in a city like Chattanooga also comes with the curse of someone always wanting to come visit you. I mean who wouldn't want to come see North America's first National Park City? Not to mention our ever growing culinary scene. While folks who live elsewhere might...

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Top Events Happening in Chattanooga this Weekend

Weekend Top 5: July 2 - 5 The long holiday weekend is officially here, and we did the digging so you can get straight to the fun stuff! 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,

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