Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:29:08 +0000 Seasonal Art in Chattanooga: Exhibits and Public Installations https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/seasonal-art-in-chattanooga-exhibits-and-public-installations/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/seasonal-art-in-chattanooga-exhibits-and-public-installations/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/seasonal-art-in-chattanooga-exhibits-and-public-installations/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Did you know Chattanooga boasts more than 150 public murals, one of the largest outdoor sculpture collections in the Southeast, and galleries that keep their calendars full year-round? Here’s a handy guide to Chattanooga’s creative offerings.

Visit the Bluff View Art District

You’ll find some of

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Valentine’s Day Weekend Events in Chattanooga: Date Ideas, Dinners & Things to Do https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/valentines-day-weekend-events-in-chattanooga-date-ideas-dinners-things-to-do/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/valentines-day-weekend-events-in-chattanooga-date-ideas-dinners-things-to-do/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/valentines-day-weekend-events-in-chattanooga-date-ideas-dinners-things-to-do/ Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Looking for something special to do this Valentine's Day weekend? Whether you're planning a romantic night out with your partner or a fun outing with friends, Chattanooga is full of sweet experiences, festive events, and delicious dinner specials. To make planning easy, we've gathered the best date

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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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12 Reasons Why You Should Visit Chattanooga in Winter https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/12-reasons-why-you-should-visit-chattanooga-in-winter/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/12-reasons-why-you-should-visit-chattanooga-in-winter/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/12-reasons-why-you-should-visit-chattanooga-in-winter/ Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Twinkling lights, festive music, and crisp, cool days are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to experiencing the magic of wintertime in Chattanooga. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a vacation for the whole family, the city is bursting with holiday cheer and unique activities.

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More Than a Book Club: Find Your Community at The Book & Cover https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/more-than-a-book-club-find-your-community-at-the-book-cover/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/more-than-a-book-club-find-your-community-at-the-book-cover/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/more-than-a-book-club-find-your-community-at-the-book-cover/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0400

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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Haunted Happenings in the Scenic City: Your Guide to Halloween in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/haunted-happenings-in-the-scenic-city-your-guide-to-halloween-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/haunted-happenings-in-the-scenic-city-your-guide-to-halloween-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/haunted-happenings-in-the-scenic-city-your-guide-to-halloween-in-chattanooga/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Looking for Halloween fun in Chattanooga? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re in the mood to dance the night away at a costume party, enjoy family-friendly festivities, or get your pants scared right off, the Scenic City has something for every ghost and goblin. From spooky thrills to

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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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Our Summer PLAYlist | Things to do this Summer https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/our-summer-playlist-things-to-do-this-summer/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/our-summer-playlist-things-to-do-this-summer/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/our-summer-playlist-things-to-do-this-summer/ Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Check out Chattanooga Tourism Co. staff's summer PLAYlist! These are our go-to’s for exploring the Chattanooga area in the summer when the sun is hot, the drinks are cold, and the creeks + evening jams are just beckoning you to visit. And who knows, you just might discover some hits you want to put

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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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