Festivals

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Culture

Your guide to the 2026 Lookout Wild Film Festival

This festival is back for another year, showcasing 100+ short and feature films that depict adventure and conservation.

January 12, 2026 03:20 PM

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.

Culture

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

Haley Bartlett

Musician on stage with guitar faces a large, outdoor audience seated on grass. It's a sunny day, creating a lively, festive atmosphere.

Culture

Plan Ahead: Chattanooga Outdoor Festival

Celebrate our green spaces with the Chattanooga Outdoor Festival, slated later in April.

March 14, 2025

Haley Bartlett

Illuminated sculpture of a tree-like figure with a human face at night, featuring glowing green foliage and colorful lanterns resembling flowers and fruits. The figure’s face is detailed with vines and plants forming its features. Bright floral and animal-shaped lanterns surround the sculpture.

Culture

SeaLight Festival coming to Sculpture Fields at Montague Park

Things are looking extra bright over at Sculpture Fields at Montague Park.

February 13, 2025

Kristen Templeton

Folks in a parking lot with traditional Chinese dragon and lion dance costumes for a Lunar New Year celebration.

Culture

Celebrate Lunar New Year: The Year of the Snake in Chattanooga

Did you know 2025 is a Year of the Snake? Find out how to celebrate and honor Asian cultures during the Lunar New Year, right from your own backyard.

January 27, 2025

Haley Bartlett

Culture

Scenic Stitches introduces a fiber arts festival in Chattanooga

A new arts festival is hitting the Scenic City, bringing crafters and creatives together for a weekend at the Chattanooga Convention Center.

January 21, 2025

Haley Bartlett

Bonnaroo entry arch showing a bright flower design and disco balls hanging underneath

Travel and Outdoors

Head to the farm for Bonnaroo 2025

Tennessee’s biggest music festival just dropped its lineup for 2025, here’s what you need to know for the hour-long journey to Manchester.

January 9, 2025

Haley Bartlett

Play

Winter happenings around Chattanooga

Make the most of the holiday season with this list of the best local events and activities happening this winter.

November 29, 2024

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Events

Keep your spirits high at this year’s Tennessee Whiskey Festival

Sip your way through some of the best spirits Tennessee has to offer in the Choo Choo Gardens on Saturday, Oct. 26.

October 21, 2024

Kristen Templeton

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Events

The Lookout Comedy Festival returns for the laughs in 2024

You’ll want to stick around for the punchline as this four-day festival brings in comedy talent from across the nation.

October 11, 2024

Haley Bartlett

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Events

Cruise over to the annual Chattanooga Motorcar Festival

Get ready for a classic weekend in the Scenic City as this annual event returns to the West Village on Friday, Oct. 11 through Sunday, Oct. 13, bringing luxury cars downtown.

October 7, 2024

Haley Bartlett

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Play Beethoven and Bach sooner than you think with this piano learning app

February 6, 2026
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A gentler way to check in with yourself, one drawing at a time

February 6, 2026
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Jillian Michaels’ full training app is 67% off right now

January 30, 2026
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Severe Weather Awareness Week: Staying safe during thunderstorms

Hamilton County residents are invited to Storm Safety Day featuring demonstrations, expert Q&A, and weather radio help.

February 18, 2026

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February 18, 2026

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McDonald Farm could become Tennessee’s newest state park

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February 16, 2026

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Sports

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February 13, 2026

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Kid-friendly activities in Chattanooga

We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Chattanooga, TN has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.

February 13, 2026

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