Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:52:37 +0000 Outdoor Eating Options & Dog Friendly Eateries https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/outdoor-eating-options/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/outdoor-eating-options/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/outdoor-eating-options/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

One of the best ways to enjoy Chattanooga is taking in the tastes of local restaurants while lounging outside on one of the many patios, rooftops, or decks right here in downtown or further away with an incredible view. No matter cuisine you're looking for or if you're wanting man's best friend

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Originally published on Laura Holmes Travel Light Laura blog, republished here with the author’s permission.

When it comes to the mountain bike scene, Chattanooga is no longer the little train that could. It’s picked up speed and has evolved into an impressive, sleek locomotive rolling down the

]]> How to Celebrate 4th of July in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-fireworks/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-fireworks/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-fireworks/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The HOT, summer weather is officially here which means July 4th is right around the corner! Why settle for just one round of fireworks shows when you can pack in multiple events for 4th of July this summer? We'll add events to this list as they are confirmed!

Pops on The River

July 2, 2026 | 4:00 PM

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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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]]> 14 Things to Do When Friends and Family Visit You in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/14-things-to-do-when-friends-and-family-visit-you-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/14-things-to-do-when-friends-and-family-visit-you-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/14-things-to-do-when-friends-and-family-visit-you-in-chattanooga/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Having the luxury of living in a city like Chattanooga also comes with the curse of someone always wanting to come visit you. I mean who wouldn't want to come see North America's first National Park City? Not to mention our ever growing culinary scene. While folks who live elsewhere might worry

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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

]]> Sip Happens: Chattanooga's Must-Visit Coffee Shops https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/sip-happens-chattanoogas-must-visit-coffee-shops/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/sip-happens-chattanoogas-must-visit-coffee-shops/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/sip-happens-chattanoogas-must-visit-coffee-shops/ Tue, 19 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

In a city known for its scenic views and growing food scene, Chattanooga has quietly built a coffee culture of its own. From cozy neighborhood cafes to modern, high-energy study spots, the city offers something for every kind of coffee drinker. Whether you're looking for a place to focus, catch up

]]> Rainbow Lake Trail https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/rainbow-lake-trail/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/rainbow-lake-trail/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/rainbow-lake-trail/ Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:00 -0400

With over 50 trailheads within 30 minutes of downtown, it wouldn’t be totally fair to label the hiking scene in Chattanooga as one of the best in the country. From the slopes of Lookout Mountain to the steep crests of the Tennessee River Gorge, the Scenic City is blessed with a diverse and notable

]]> 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/ Wed, 13 May 2026 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

]]> Racing the River: Inside Chattanooga's 31-Mile Chattajack Challenge https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/racing-the-river/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/racing-the-river/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/racing-the-river/ Thu, 07 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Before the first light touches the water, Ross's Landing already buzzes with energy. Paddles clatter, racers line up ready to launch their boards & kayaks, and anticipation ripples through the crowd. The still morning air gives way to splashing paddles and cheers as one after another launches into

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