Chattanooga Nature Center and the Reflection Riding Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Open Year Round, Please refer to website for holiday closure schedule.
More Information: www.chattanature.org
More Information: www.reflectionriding.org
The Chattanooga Nature Center has a broad display of native and endangered animal and bird species. Visit and learn more about these beautiful creatures. The Reflection Riding Arboretum is a drive through a beautiful display of nature's landscapes. Each season is filled with beauty and bloom. Everyone in your family will enjoy this breathtaking drive.
Rhythm & Noon and Nightfall Concerts
Rhythm & Noon is every Friday at noon from May - August, 2008
Nightfall is every Friday night from May 23 - September 26, 2008
Music entertainment on Friday's during the lunch hour and in the evenings during the summer months.
More Information: www.downtownchattanooga.org
Dreamnight at the Chattanooga Zoo at Warner Park
Friday, June 6, 2008 (6 - 9pm)
An open house event for special-needs children and their families which offers a VIP zoo visit after normal hours for a more relaxing outing. Free admission by reservation. Call 423-697-1319.
More Information: www.chattanooga.gov/
Riverbend Festival
June 6-14
Enjoy nine days of world class music entertainment including rock, country, urban, and bluegrass along the Tennessee River. Also includes a Children's Village and a fireworks finale. Sure fun for all.
More Information: www.riverbendfestival.com
Hank's 40th Birthday
Saturday, June 21 (11-3 p.m.)
"Who is Hank?" you ask. Only the most famous chimp at the Chattanooga Zoo! This event has cake, ice cream, arts, crafts, and more!
More Information: www.chattanooga.gov/
Fireworks at Lake Winnepesaukah
July 2 and 4
Lake Winnie will have an Independence Day fireworks display beginning at 10pm on July 2 and July 4.
More Information: www.lakewinnie.com
Pops on the River 2008
July 3
Celebrate Independence Day with music, food, and fireworks at Coolidge Park.
More Information: www.downtownchattanooga.org
The World's Longest Yard Sale
August 7-10
Stay with us as you find treasures galore along this 630 mile long yard sale spanning from Defiance, Ohio to Gadsden, Alabama.
More Information: www.127sale.com
Swingfest
August 30
Bring a blanket and enjoy the sounds of contemporary and traditional swing and jazz music at Coolidge Park. A dance floor will be available for young and old to "swing" the night away!
More Information: www.downtownchattanooga.org
Rock City's Enchanted Maize
September 19 through November 1
Make your way through a cornfield maze located in the valley below Lover's Leap.
More Information: www.seerockcity.com
Trail of Tears Remembrance Motorcycle Ride
Third Saturday in September (September 20, 2008)
This annual event begins in Chattanooga, TN and ends in Florence, AL. Be part of this brotherhood and discover what 90,000 bikers say is "more than a ride, it's an experience."
More Information: www.trailoftears-remembrance.org
Three Sisters Festival
October 3 and 4
This is a two day free bluegrass event at Ross' Landing downtown. You may bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Some food and drink concessions will be available.
More Information: www.downtownchattanooga.org
Rock City's Rocktoberfest
Saturdays and Sundays in October 11am - 5pm
October 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
Enjoy German heritage, food, music, dancing and fun.
More Information: www.seerockcity.com
Prater's Mill Country Fair
October 11 and 12
The 2nd weekend in October is when this annual event is held near Dalton, Georgia. There are artists, craftsmen, music, food, and more for the entire family. Only 30 minutes from Chattanooga.
More Information: www.pratersmill.org
Ketner's Mill Country Arts Fair
October 18 and 19
This event is two days of shopping, food, activities, and entertainment for the whole family.
More Information: www.ketnersmill.org/www
Fall Leaf Cruises
October 20 through November 7
Take a 3-hour cruise along the Tennessee River and experience the breath taking colors of fall.
More Information: www.chattanoogariverboat.com
Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights
November 21, 2008 through January 3, 2009 (6 - 9pm)
Visit the 14th annual Enchanted Garden of Lights and see the award-winning displays featuring more than 25 holiday scenes and nearly a million lights!
More Information: www.seerockcity.com
Winter Days
November 28 through December 12, 2008
Get in the holiday spirit with the Grand Illumination on the River beginning on November 28 at Ross's Landing. Various events between November 28 and December 12 include breakfast with Santa and the Holiday Starlight Parade and Concert.
More Information: www.downtownchattanooga.org
