Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:16:16 +0000 Carnival of Color: Coolidge Gets Crafty https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/coolidge-gets-crafty/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/coolidge-gets-crafty/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/coolidge-gets-crafty/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Scenic Stitches is a local fiber arts event company dedicated to sharing the many forms of fiber arts, including crochet, cross-stitch, bobbin weaving, and beyond! Partnering with local organizations, Scenic Stitches showcases the creativity and community spirit that bloom in Chattanooga all year

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Rainy Day Fun in Chattanooga: Indoor Activities and Cozy Spots https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/rainy-day-fun-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/rainy-day-fun-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/rainy-day-fun-in-chattanooga/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Rainy days don’t have to ruin your plans, and Chattanooga offers plenty to do indoors. Use this quick guide to make the most of a rainy day in town. No umbrella required!

Indoor Things for Families

Start the day at the Tennessee Aquarium. Beyond the thousands of fish on view, you can see river

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Chattanooga Hacks: Travel Tricks and Tips You Won’t Find on Google https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-hacks-travel-tricks-and-tips/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-hacks-travel-tricks-and-tips/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanooga-hacks-travel-tricks-and-tips/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500

If you’ve been searching for things to do in Chattanooga, you probably already have a long list of places you want to visit. But it’s the small details, like where to park, how to get around without driving, and where to eat that'll help you experience Chattanooga like a true local.

Getting Around

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Celebrating Ten Years in Chattanooga: Puckett's Anniversary Celebration https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/celebrating-ten-years-of-pucketts-in-chatt/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/celebrating-ten-years-of-pucketts-in-chatt/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/celebrating-ten-years-of-pucketts-in-chatt/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0500

If you stroll down Aquarium Way, you'll find Puckett's nestled in the heart of Chattanooga's downtown. Puckett's doesn't just serve classic Southern comfort food; it also features live performances from talented local and regional musicians. Come celebrate its 10th anniversary!

Puckett's street view

Though Puckett’s

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What to Do in Chattanooga during the World of Bluegrass Music Festival https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a born-and-raised local, get ready—Chattanooga is about to come alive with the sounds of bluegrass! For the first time ever, the IBMA World of Bluegrass is pickin’ its way to the Scenic City this September 16–20, and you won’t want to miss a beat of their

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Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting Ruby Falls in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Ruby Falls has been captivating visitors since its grand opening in 1929—but its story began long before then. For more than a decade, founder Leo Lambert dreamed of finding an entrance to the closed off Lookout Mountain Cave, and after lot’s of searching he found something even more beautiful.

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Live Music and Local Impact: A Night Out at Chattanooga’s Historic Songbirds https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/live-music-and-local-impact-a-night-out-at-chattanoogas-historic-songbirds/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/live-music-and-local-impact-a-night-out-at-chattanoogas-historic-songbirds/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/live-music-and-local-impact-a-night-out-at-chattanoogas-historic-songbirds/ Fri, 11 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0400

A Background on Songbirds

Songbirds offers a one-of-a-kind experience for music lovers. Originally known as the Songbirds Guitar Museum, it opened in 2018 inside the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo. Like many other businesses, it was forced to close during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Songbirds

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Wonder Down Under: Discovering the Hidden Underworld of Ruby Falls https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wonder-down-under-discovering-the-hidden-underworld-of-ruby-falls/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wonder-down-under-discovering-the-hidden-underworld-of-ruby-falls/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wonder-down-under-discovering-the-hidden-underworld-of-ruby-falls/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

An adventurous chemist and his true love stumbled upon prehistoric caverns more than 1,000 feet below the surface of Lookout Mountain. Their shared passion for each other and for this hidden underworld inspired the creation of a remarkable destination—one that has grown to become one of the

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Why Chattanooga Should Be on Every Plant Lover’s Travel List https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/why-chattanooga-should-be-on-every-plant-lovers-travel-list/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/why-chattanooga-should-be-on-every-plant-lovers-travel-list/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/why-chattanooga-should-be-on-every-plant-lovers-travel-list/ Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Exploring the Biodiversity of Chattanooga: A Phytophile’s Paradise

Chattanooga is a powerhouse when it comes to biodiversity, offering a remarkable blend of ecosystems, native species, and protected areas that contribute to the region's ecological significance. Nestled where the Appalachian

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A Guide to Our Favorite Playgrounds in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/playgrounds-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/playgrounds-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/playgrounds-in-chattanooga/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Whether you’re chasing thrills on a 50-foot slide named after a local waterfall or exploring mini playgrounds along the Tennessee Riverwalk, Chattanooga’s playgrounds deliver a dynamic mix of down-to-earth fun and outdoor excitement. These kid-approved spots offer everything from epic slides to

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