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Chattanooga Events
Concerts, festivals, markets, and community gatherings. Here's what's coming up in the Scenic City.
Featured Events
FeaturedNightfall Concert Series - Opening Night
Chattanooga's beloved free Friday night concert series kicks off its 39th season at Miller Plaza. Live music, food trucks, art vendors, and lawn games all summer long.
FeaturedGran Fondo Hincapie Chattanooga
A weekend cycling celebration welcoming riders of all skill levels, featuring scenic routes through the Chattanooga region with a family festival, expo, and after-party.
FeaturedChattanooga Market - Summer Sundays
The region's largest outdoor market runs every Sunday through November. Local produce, artisan food, crafts, live music, and community vibes.
Nightfall Concert Series - Opening Night
Chattanooga's beloved free Friday night concert series kicks off its 39th season at Miller Plaza. Live music, food trucks, art vendors, and lawn games all summer long.
Gran Fondo Hincapie Chattanooga
A weekend cycling celebration welcoming riders of all skill levels, featuring scenic routes through the Chattanooga region with a family festival, expo, and after-party.
Running of the Chihuahuas
Tiny dogs, big energy. Watch chihuahuas race across the pavilion in this hilarious community event, complete with a costume contest and vendor village.
Chattanooga Market - Summer Sundays
The region's largest outdoor market runs every Sunday through November. Local produce, artisan food, crafts, live music, and community vibes.
Songbirds: Women Who Rock Exhibit Opening
New exhibit at Songbirds Guitar Museum celebrating women in rock and blues with rare instruments, memorabilia, and a live performance.
Chattanooga Cocktail Festival 2026
Summer-inspired cocktails, live music, food trucks, and a mixology showcase at First Horizon Pavilion.
Chattanooga Lookouts - Fireworks Friday
Minor league baseball at AT&T Field followed by a fireworks show over the river. One of the best affordable family outings in Chattanooga.
Stringer's Ridge Trail Run 5K
Trail running event through the urban wilderness of Stringer's Ridge with a 5K course, post-race party, and proceeds supporting North Shore greenways.
Juvenile at The Signal
New Orleans hip-hop legend Juvenile brings his catalog of hits to The Signal. Back that thang up to downtown Chattanooga.
JFest 2026
The Tennessee Valley's largest Christian music festival returns to Tennessee Riverpark with a full day of music, family activities, and fireworks.
IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga
Nearly 3,000 athletes take on a 1.2-mile swim in the Tennessee River, 56-mile bike ride through the valley, and 13.1-mile run finishing at Ross's Landing.
Chattanooga Creek Paddle & Cleanup
Volunteer paddling event combining kayaking with creek cleanup efforts, followed by a community cookout on the riverbank.
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