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What to expect at the 2025 Hamilton County Fair
From live music to pig races, here’s your guide to this year’s fair at McDonald Farm.
October 27, 2025 01:49 PM
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Sarah Dickson
A white house porch with a 'Highland Park Porchfest' banner and an American flag. A vibrant Pride flag hangs on the railing, surrounded by plants.
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What to expect at this year’s Highland Park Porchfest
See your neighbor’s porch become a stage at this annual festival, offering free live music.
October 2, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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Get ready for the 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival
Your favorite free bluegrass festival is almost here — check out the lineup.
September 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
A bunch of fair rides lit up at a night like a ferris wheel, swing rides, and more.
Travel and Outdoors
Wilson County Fair - Tennessee State Fair 2025: What to know before you go
The annual fair returns to Lebanon’s James E. Ward Agricultural Center Thursday, Aug. 14-Saturday, Aug. 23.
August 7, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
A woman with long blonde hair serves a bright yellow drink to a customer at a bustling indoor event. The atmosphere is lively and engaging.
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It’s not summer without the Chattanooga Cocktail Festival
The Chattanooga Cocktail Festival is on the horizon salted rim — get ready to sip under the pavilion.
June 20, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
The Walnut Street Bridge during sunset
Culture
Spending the longest day of the year in Chattanooga
The Scenic City is ready for the official start of summer — here is how to spend a full day around town.
June 17, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Four young women stand confidently against a graffiti-covered wall. They wear a mix of dresses and coats, exuding a rebellious and edgy vibe.
Culture
Experiencing the Chattanooga Film Festival like a cinephile
The Chattanooga Film Festival is back for its 12th year, bringing local, regional, and international films to the Scenic City.
June 16, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
A vibrant swing ride at an amusement park spins riders in colorful seats against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds, conveying excitement and joy.
Culture
Step right up to the inaugural River City Fair in Chattanooga
There’s a new fair coming to town — get ready for a thrilling time over at the Tennessee Riverpark.
June 9, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Outdoor market scene under a "Farmers on First Grocery Market" tent. People socialize, shop, and enjoy sunny weather. Energetic and community-focused atmosphere.
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Shop around these farmers markets in Chattanooga
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up 18 farmers markets around Chattanooga, TN.
June 4, 2025
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Staff
Vibrant wall mural of a smiling woman with blonde hair surrounded by colorful flowers on a building. Energetic and cheerful atmosphere.
Culture
Get ready to dash to Dolly Days in Ringgold
The north Georgia town will celebrate Tennessee music legend Dolly Parton — who just so happens to have a wholesome tie to the community.
May 1, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Concert scene in a park showing a guitarist in a hat on stage, a woman dancing nearby, and a lively crowd enjoying the performance under a blue sky.
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Nightfall announces its 2025 season
The Scenic City’s original summer concert series is back for another year — let’s take a look at its past + present.
March 26, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Go picking in these pumpkin patches around Chattanooga
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Chattanooga’s must-see museums
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