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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Channel Your Inner Explorer on a Guided Hiking Trip Looking for a great adventure near Chattanooga but new to hiking? Check out Experience Chattanooga’s hiking packages, especially “The Best of Tennessee” package. Experience Chattanooga offers private guided hiking tours led by local…
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Looking to knock out some holiday shopping while you visit the friendliest city in America? Our vibrant town is home to a thriving community of local makers and doers, who offer expertly crafted products and one-of-a-kind finds. Whether you’re exploring quirky stores or artisan markets…
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Book clubs at The Book & Cover are anything but ordinary. They're lively, welcoming communities where readers come together over great books and even better conversations. With clubs ranging from classics to romance, horror, cookbooks, and beyond. There is something for every kind of reader. Whether…
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For all you ghouls and goblins out there who love a good scare, this blog is just for you. From ghostly legends and haunted landmarks to creatures that lurk in the woods, we’ve rounded up some of the creepiest Chattanooga and Appalachian folklore we could dig up—just in time for spooky season. So…
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About the UTC’s Fine Art Center Chattanooga is a city full of locally made art, with murals and sculptures scattered throughout, constantly drawing people in to explore its vibrant and ever-growing art scene. Yet, one gem that often gets overlooked is the Fine Arts Center at the University of…
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You may come to Chattanooga for its mountains, rivers, and trails, but don't overlook its hidden gem – the arts and crafts community. Many artists call the city home and have developed a thriving scene that includes a range of places and events. When you come to town, don't miss your chance to see…
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Ever dreamed of a day when music fills the streets, parks, and museums – all for free? That dream will come to reality on June 21 during Make Music Day! The History of Make Music Day Make Music Day originated in France in 1982, with the name Fête de la Musique. A French minister did a survey…
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Just because you’re traveling to a new city doesn’t mean you have to cancel your run. But let’s be real, finding safe and interesting places to run in a new city can be more exhausting than the run itself. Look no further for your guide to running in Chattanooga. Welcome to Chattanooga, where the…
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Telling the Story of a Nation, One Work of Art at a Time While art is a universal language, art museums are where that language becomes a conversation—cultural sanctuaries where history, creativity, and human expression converge. The Hunter Museum of American Art is a cultural treasure in the…
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