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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Chattanooga
Dining in Chattanooga is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
January 28, 2026 01:28 PM
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Here’s looking at you, New Year: Ring in 2024 in Casablanca-style
Join The Omni Grove Park Inn for an eventful New Year’s weekend filled with parties, dancing, comedy + more.
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Feel at home this holiday season in Greenville, SC
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NOOGAtoday | River to Clouds Route
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Take the River to Clouds Route
A new long-distance trail route connecting the Chattanooga riverfront to Cloudland Canyon State Park is coming soon to the area.
October 13, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Walk with Little Amal
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Take a walk with (not so) Little Amal in Chattanooga
The Scenic City will be getting a special guest passing through in October — Little Amal, a 12-ft puppet girl. Learn about her journey here + what to expect during her stay.
September 27, 2023
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Tennessee Aquarium launches online fundraising auction
Purchase a piece of art created by the aquarium’s residents during the online fundraising auction.
September 22, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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What to expect from the 2023 Chattanooga Tourism Summit
Learn about local and global tourism + its future at this year’s Chattanooga Tourism Summit.
September 18, 2023
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Ice on the Landing announces new location for 2023-24 season
Chattanooga’s only ice skating rink Ice on the Landing will return this year with a new location.
September 14, 2023
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Lift your spirits this Halloween weekend at The Omni Grove Park Inn
Head to Asheville, NC for the historic hotel’s Pink Lady Party, featuring cocktails, costumes, and ghoulish delights.
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25+ happily ever after venues in Chattanooga
Check out this list of local spots to host your special event.
September 5, 2023
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The potential future for the Chattanooga Convention Center
We’re breaking down the findings from the Chattanooga Convention Center Futures Study.
September 1, 2023
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