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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Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a born-and-raised local, get ready—Chattanooga is about to come alive with the sounds of bluegrass! For the first time ever, the IBMA World of Bluegrass is pickin’ its way to the Scenic City this September 16–20, and you won’t want to miss a beat of their…
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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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How exactly does a landlocked town in the American South revive a storied, fraught, and complex section of cocktail history? Let’s tap this coconut and find out! Tiki bars, which gained popularity in the mid-20th century, and experienced a renewed frenzy of appreciation in the early 2010s, sparked…
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From Yellow Racket records to amazing eats to live music at venues like Cherry Street Tavern, Chattanooga excels at crafting experiences centered around live music shows. Yellow Racket Records If you were to plan a day of enjoying live music in Chattanooga, starting at Yellow Racket Records on East…
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As the warmth of spring begins to embrace the landscape, Chattanooga comes alive with the vibrant hues of Tennessee's native flowers, such as the delicate Iris, the state flower, and the enchanting wildflowers that dot the countryside. It’s not just the gardens popping up everywhere – our city's…
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The Woodshop Listening Room is a local venue and bar located in Chattanooga’s St. Elmo neighborhood. This unique venue boasts a cozy home-like atmosphere, comfy seating arrangements, and local live music. The Woodshop's Charm Unlike any other venue in Chattanooga, The Woodshop Listening Room has a…
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Discovering Cherry Street Tavern Looking for the music scene in Chattanooga? Want to be submerged with the locals? Need somewhere that won’t break the bank? Look no further, Cherry Street Tavern is the place to go. Cherry Street Tavern has plenty of free shows year-round. If you’re not able to catch…
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Perhaps you hiked all morning and caught a solid nap, got in late on a flight, or maybe you were just born to be a night owl. Lately, Chattanooga has more available options after midnight than ever before! Here is a roundup of some of our favorite late-night spots. NEWCOMERS: Bars New to the…
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Friday nights in Chattanooga are always bright. Each weekend, you will find yourself immersed in a vibrant nightlife scene, including neighborhood breweries, live music venues, late-night restaurants, hot spot bars, and a friendly crowd. Here’s a guide on how to spend your Friday evening in the…
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