Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 23:29:55 +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

]]> Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting Ruby Falls in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Ruby Falls has been captivating visitors since its grand opening in 1929—but its story began long before then. For more than a decade, founder Leo Lambert dreamed of finding an entrance to the closed off Lookout Mountain Cave, and after lot’s of searching he found something even more beautiful.

]]> 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

]]> Memorial Weekend Fun in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/memorial-day-weekend/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/memorial-day-weekend/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/memorial-day-weekend/ Thu, 15 May 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Summer is fast-approaching, and what could be better than spending the opening weekend cruising the Tennessee River on a steamboat or zip-lining high above the treetops? Start your summer off right with Memorial Day fun in Chattanooga!

For a full list of events happening over the Memorial Day

]]> Chattanooga: North America’s First National Park City https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-north-americas-first-national-park-city/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-north-americas-first-national-park-city/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-north-americas-first-national-park-city/ Fri, 09 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400

A City in a Park, Not Just a City with Parks

Not long ago, Chattanooga was known as one of the most polluted cities in America—buried under smog and forgotten by fresh air. But today, we’re turning that history on its head.

We’re now officially the first National Park City in North America—and

]]> Running Through Art https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/running-through-art/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/running-through-art/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/running-through-art/ Wed, 07 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Just because you’re traveling to a new city doesn’t mean you have to cancel your run. But let’s be real, finding safe and interesting places to run in a new city can be more exhausting than the run itself. Look no further for your guide to running in Chattanooga.

Welcome to Chattanooga, where the

]]> All Roads Lead to Chattanooga – A Guide for your Road Trip to the Scenic City https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/all-roads-lead-to-chattanooga-a-guide-for-your-road-trip-to-the-scenic-city/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/all-roads-lead-to-chattanooga-a-guide-for-your-road-trip-to-the-scenic-city/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/all-roads-lead-to-chattanooga-a-guide-for-your-road-trip-to-the-scenic-city/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Looking for the perfect road trip destination?

You’re in luck! Chattanooga is surrounded by some of the South's most vibrant cities—Atlanta, Birmingham, Huntsville, Knoxville, and Nashville—meaning around 14 million people live within just 150 miles of this scenic gem. Of the 3 million visitors

]]> Why Chattanooga Should Be on Every Plant Lover’s Travel List https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/why-chattanooga-should-be-on-every-plant-lovers-travel-list/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/why-chattanooga-should-be-on-every-plant-lovers-travel-list/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/why-chattanooga-should-be-on-every-plant-lovers-travel-list/ Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Exploring the Biodiversity of Chattanooga: A Phytophile’s Paradise

Chattanooga is a powerhouse when it comes to biodiversity, offering a remarkable blend of ecosystems, native species, and protected areas that contribute to the region's ecological significance. Nestled where the Appalachian

]]> 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

]]> Accessible Outdoor Adventures Near Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/accessible-outdoor-adventures-near-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/accessible-outdoor-adventures-near-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/accessible-outdoor-adventures-near-chattanooga/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Chattanooga has amazing offerings for folks of all levels of mobility to explore. For a list of accessible options within the city, click here! For an even more rugged experience, keep reading. From picturesque trails to accessible parks and recreational activities, we want everyone to feel the

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