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Weekend Top 5: June 19 - 21

Looking for things to do in Chattanooga this weekend? We did the digging, so you can do the fun stuff!

USA vs. Australia Official Watch Party at White Duck Taco

Friday, June 19 | Kick off at 3:00 PM | White Duck Taco

June 19 - Kick off at 3:00 PM - USA vs. Australia

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Juneteenth, The Oldest Holiday

Posted by Chattanooga Festival of Black Arts & Ideas on Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday is also known as Jubilee Day

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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

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From a stunning drone and pyrotechnics show over the Tennessee River to free outdoor concerts, Cherokee history lectures, and a community poetry pathway, the Scenic City has a packed calendar of America 250 events this summer. Whether you're looking for family-friendly fun, a meaningful cultural

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4 Bridges Arts Festival hosted by The Association for Visual Arts

The 4 Bridges Arts Festival is a premier juried fine art festival put on annually by The Association for Visual Arts (AVA), returning to Chattanooga's First Horizon Pavilion on April 17 - 19, 2026. 4 Bridges is celebration of artistic

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Scenic Stitches is a local fiber arts event company dedicated to sharing the many forms of fiber arts, including crochet, cross-stitch, bobbin weaving, and beyond! Partnering with local organizations, Scenic Stitches showcases the creativity and community spirit that bloom in Chattanooga all year

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Looking for something special to do this Valentine's Day weekend? Whether you're planning a romantic night out with your partner or a fun outing with friends, Chattanooga is full of sweet experiences, festive events, and delicious dinner specials. To make planning easy, we've gathered the best date

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If you’ve only got one night in Southside Chattanooga, you’ve gotta do it right. This neighborhood was built for a good time, with murals that glow under the streetlights, live music spilling from bars, late-night games, and food so good you’ll be planning your next visit before the night’s even

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FOODIES

Where to Stay
Located in the West Village in the heart of downtown, The Westin is a great place for any couple. But foodies will particularly appreciate their in-house eateries, Paloma Bar de Tapas and Alimentari Cucina. Head up to the 10th floor to Paloma to enjoy a glass of Spanish wine

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What is Tennessee Songwriters Week?

Tennessee Songwriters Week is spearheaded by the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) in partnership with Chattanooga Tourism. This event supports local music venues but also encourages songwriters to share their original work, fostering Tennessee's

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