March

Annual Taste of Chattanooga
423-265-0771

Some of the finest dining establishments in the area provide samples including seafood, ribs, pasta, barbecue, desserts, wine, beer, and more!

May

Bessie Smith Traditional Jazz Festival
423-266-0944

This 3-day jazz event is put on by the Choo Choo City Jazz Society. Well-known Dixieland jazz bands will perform.

June

Riverbend Festival
423-756-2211

This is one of Chattanooga’s signature events and offers visitors live music on six stages with over 100 performances, food, and fun!

September

Culture Fest
423-267-1218

Celebrate the array of races and cultures in the Chattanooga area at the Arts and Education Council' s Culture Fest. Enjoy art, entertainment, food and interactive activities.

Hamilton County Fair
423-209-6030

Traditional fair with lots of music, games, crafts, livestock, rides, food, and more!

October

Fall Leaf Cruises
800-766-2784

This four-hour cruise into the Tennessee River Gorge sails round-trip to and from Ross's Landing. Deluxe deli buffet, live band, informative commentary, free bingo with prizes, and a fall decoration handmade by you.

Annual Fall Color Cruise
423-892-0223

Cruise takes place during the color changes in the mountains. Cruise the grand canyon of the Tennessee River by boat, car, or bus to view more than 300 different trees and 900 kinds of wildflowers. You can also sample southern cuisine and enjoy an array of music including country and gospel at the folk festival.

November

Winter Days and Lights
423-265-0771

Downtown Chattanooga’s central business district puts on its Holiday best at the Grand Illumination. Festivities include an Appalachian Christmas, Christmas on the River, Breakfast with Santa, and the Holiday Starlight Parade.

November/December

Chattanooga Choo Choo’s Victorian Nights
423-266-5000

The Chattanooga Choo Choo offers special packages for the Holiday season, including rides aboard the Tennessee Valley Railroad’s Polar Express.

December

Christmas Carol Dinner Cruises
800-766-2784

Singing deckhands will treat you with a special selection of Christmas carols, live entertainment, prime rib and shrimp creole, and also a visit from Santa!

Other Events:

The Chattanooga Market
April through December
423-266-9270

This open-air market offers fresh bread from local bakeries, fresh produce, live music, artists, crafts, arts, live chef demonstrations and more! Fun for the whole family!

Nightfall Concert Series
May through September
423-265-0771

Chattanooga’s Miller Park is host to this popular event consisting of music, dancing, and a joyful atmosphere for all ages! Free admission!