Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:30 +0000 Top Events Happening in Chattanooga this Weekend https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/weekend-top-5/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/weekend-top-5/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/weekend-top-5/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Weekend Top 5: August 29 - August 31

Looking for things to do in Chattanooga this weekend? We did the digging so you can do the fun stuff!

Three Star Revival and Et Cetera

Friday, August 29 | 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M | Songbirds

Doors: 6:00 PM
Show: 7:00 PM
Standing Show

Get ready for a high-energy

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11 Great Places to Go Swimming in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/11-great-places-to-go-swimming-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/11-great-places-to-go-swimming-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/11-great-places-to-go-swimming-in-chattanooga/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400

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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Live Music and Local Impact: A Night Out at Chattanooga’s Historic Songbirds https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/live-music-and-local-impact-a-night-out-at-chattanoogas-historic-songbirds/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/live-music-and-local-impact-a-night-out-at-chattanoogas-historic-songbirds/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/live-music-and-local-impact-a-night-out-at-chattanoogas-historic-songbirds/ Fri, 11 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0400

A Background on Songbirds

Songbirds offers a one-of-a-kind experience for music lovers. Originally known as the Songbirds Guitar Museum, it opened in 2018 inside the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo. Like many other businesses, it was forced to close during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Songbirds

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An American Legacy: The Hunter Museum of American Art https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/an-american-legacy/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/an-american-legacy/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/an-american-legacy/ Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Telling the Story of a Nation, One Work of Art at a Time

While art is a universal language, art museums are where that language becomes a conversation—cultural sanctuaries where history, creativity, and human expression converge. The Hunter Museum of American Art is a cultural treasure in the

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Everything you need to know about the Walnut Street Pedestrian Bridge https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-walnut-street-pedestrian-bridge/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-walnut-street-pedestrian-bridge/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-walnut-street-pedestrian-bridge/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0400

The Walnut Street Pedestrian Bridge is Currently Closed for Renovation!

We miss strolling the iconic bridge over the Tennessee River and anxiously await her re-opening and glow up. In the meantime, here's everything we know about the closure and temporary ways to cross the river when navigating from

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A Guide to Our Favorite Playgrounds in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/playgrounds-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/playgrounds-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/playgrounds-in-chattanooga/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Whether you’re chasing thrills on a 50-foot slide named after a local waterfall or exploring mini playgrounds along the Tennessee Riverwalk, Chattanooga’s playgrounds deliver a dynamic mix of down-to-earth fun and outdoor excitement. These kid-approved spots offer everything from epic slides to

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Chattanooga Cabins https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/cabins/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/cabins/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/cabins/ Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Get Cozy in these Chattanooga Cabin Rentals

Need some extra space to spread out? Lucky for you, there are plenty of cabins in the Chattanooga area to choose from, whether you're looking for a traditional log cabin in the woods vibes or unique and modern takes on the classic cabin.

Timberroot Rustic

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Chattanooga Santa Sightings https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/santa-sightings/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/santa-sightings/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/santa-sightings/ Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Where to Find Santa in Chattanooga

We all know Santa is a busy man this time of year, but somehow he still finds time to visit several places around Chattanooga. Make a date for your little list makers to personally hand off their letters at these area events.

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12 Reasons Why You Should Visit Chattanooga in Winter https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/12-reasons-why-you-should-visit-chattanooga-in-winter/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/12-reasons-why-you-should-visit-chattanooga-in-winter/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/12-reasons-why-you-should-visit-chattanooga-in-winter/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Twinkling lights, festive music, and crisp, cool days are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to experiencing the magic of wintertime in Chattanooga. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a vacation for the whole family, the city is bursting with holiday cheer and unique activities.

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Chattanooga's Holiday Extravaganza: A Festive Guide to Lights, Adventure, and Indoor Delights https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/holiday-extravaganza/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/holiday-extravaganza/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/holiday-extravaganza/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Is it really the Holiday season if there aren’t millions of twinkly lights at every turn? We’ll answer that. Nah. Luckily for you, Chattanooga goes all out for the Holidays. See how you can immerse yourself in the Holiday spirit this year with this Chattanooga guide to the holidays.

Holiday Trail

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