ANNUAL EVENTS IN CHATTANOOGA, TN

Spring arrives, and the Scenic City starts to come alive with events such as Rock City’s Shamrock City, EarthDayz, and Southern Blooms Festival. Movie lovers unite as the Chattanooga, TN Film Festival kicks off and provides ticket holders access to feature films, short films, special events, and creative workshops. For those looking to stay active, the area also plays host to events including Erlanger’s Chattanooga Marathon in March and the IRONMAN 70.3 in May, both of which draw participation from across the country.

Spring arrives, and the Scenic City starts to come alive with events such as Rock City’s Shamrock City, EarthDayz, and Southern Blooms Festival. Movie lovers unite as the Chattanooga Film Festival kicks off and provides ticket holders access to feature films, short films, special events, and creative workshops. For those looking to stay active, the area also plays host to events including Erlanger’s Chattanooga Marathon in March and the IRONMAN 70.3 in May, both of which draw participation from across the country.

As summer approaches, the Armed Forces Day Parade honors veterans and fallen heroes, and the annual Riverbend Festival, a four-day music festival featuring dozens of artists performing along the banks of the Tennessee River, entertains patrons.

Throughout the summer months, locals have access to live music with Miller Plaza’s Nightfall, Ross’s Landing’s Riverfront Nights, and Rock City’s Summer Music Series. Chattanooga Symphony & Opera’s Pops on the River also treats attendees to live music in honor of the 4th of July.

Fall arrives, and Chattanoogans gather for another IRONMAN in September. Also in September is the family-friendly Moon River Music Festival, which brings concert fanatics to Coolidge Park in droves. October kicks off with the 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival, and Oktoberfest celebrations can be found at the Chattanooga Market and Rock City. As Halloween approaches, the Tennessee Aquarium transforms into Aqua-Scarium, and Dread Hollow at Ruby Falls serves up scares for the more adventurous. Idyllic weather allows November to host the Head of the Hooch, one of the world’s largest rowing regattas with more than 2,000 boats racing down the Tennessee River.

The Scenic City turns into a place of magic and wonder as winter approaches. With events such as Ruby Falls’ Christmas Underground, Tennessee Valley Railroad’s North Pole Limited, Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights, Tennessee Aquarium’s Ho, Ho, H2O, and the Chattanooga Zoo’s Holiday Lights, there is something for people of all ages and interests. MAINx24 is a local favorite and is a 24-hour festival on Chattanooga’s Southside that includes cook-offs, parades, live music, and more. As the holiday season comes and goes, Ruby Falls wraps up the winter with its signature Valentine’s Day event, Romance at Ruby.

The Scenic City turns into a place of magic and wonder as winter approaches. With events such as Ruby Falls’ Christmas Underground, Tennessee Valley Railroad’s North Pole Limited, Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights, Tennessee Aquarium’s Ho, Ho, H2O, and the Chattanooga Zoo’s Holiday Lights, there is something for people of all ages and interests. MAINx24 is a local favorite and is a 24-hour festival on Chattanooga’s Southside that includes cook-offs, parades, live music, and more. As the holiday season comes and goes, Ruby Falls wraps up the winter with its signature Valentine’s Day event, Romance at Ruby.

As summer approaches, the Armed Forces Day Parade honors veterans and fallen heroes, and the annual Riverbend Festival, a four-day music festival featuring dozens of artists performing along the banks of the Tennessee River, entertains patrons.

Throughout the summer months, locals have access to live music with Miller Plaza’s Nightfall, Ross’s Landing’s Riverfront Nights, and Rock City’s Summer Music Series. Chattanooga Symphony & Opera’s Pops on the River also treats attendees to live music in honor of the 4th of July.

Fall arrives, and Chattanoogans gather for another IRONMAN in September. Also in September is the family-friendly Moon River Music Festival, which brings concert fanatics to Coolidge Park in droves. October kicks off with the 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival, and Oktoberfest celebrations can be found at the Chattanooga Market and Rock City. As Halloween approaches, the Tennessee Aquarium transforms into Aqua-Scarium, and Dread Hollow at Ruby Falls serves up scares for the more adventurous. Idyllic weather allows November to host the Head of the Hooch, one of the world’s largest rowing regattas with more than 2,000 boats racing down the Tennessee River.

While these events are some of Chattanooga’s most popular, the area has much more to offer. From a corgi celebration to cowpea and cornbread cookoffs, there is something for everyone.