Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:23:59 +0000 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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Chattanooga’s Southside After Dark: A Guide to Nightlife, Art, and Late Night Eats https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-southside-guide-to-nightlife/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-southside-guide-to-nightlife/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-southside-guide-to-nightlife/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500

If you’ve only got one night in Southside Chattanooga, you’ve gotta do it right. This neighborhood was built for a good time, with murals that glow under the streetlights, live music spilling from bars, late-night games, and food so good you’ll be planning your next visit before the night’s even

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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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Chatta-noodles: The Best Places for Noodles and Pasta in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chatta-noodles-the-best-places-for-noodles-and-pasta-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chatta-noodles-the-best-places-for-noodles-and-pasta-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chatta-noodles-the-best-places-for-noodles-and-pasta-in-chattanooga/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0400

The weather is cooling down and there is a chill coming off the river, but don’t worry, we have found just the dishes to warm your belly and your soul. Welcome to the ultimate pasta and noodle adventure through Chattanooga, with local dishes that you simply can’t re-Fusilli! Whether you're a fan of

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Chattanooga’s Culinary Calendar: A Year-Round Feast for Foodies https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-culinary-calendar-a-year-round-feast-for-foodies/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-culinary-calendar-a-year-round-feast-for-foodies/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-culinary-calendar-a-year-round-feast-for-foodies/ Wed, 22 May 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Calling all foodies! Mark your calendars because Chattanooga’s food and drink festival lineup brings the flavor all year round. We’ve rounded up the ultimate guide to the best foodie events in the Scenic City, guaranteed to keep you coming back for seconds (get it?).

Summer

Chattanooga Summer

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Chattanooga Cocktail Summer: A Tiki-Inspired Revival https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/tiki-inspired-revival/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/tiki-inspired-revival/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/tiki-inspired-revival/ Wed, 15 May 2024 12:00:00 -0400

How exactly does a landlocked town in the American South revive a storied, fraught, and complex section of cocktail history? Let’s tap this coconut and find out!

Tiki bars, which gained popularity in the mid-20th century, and experienced a renewed frenzy of appreciation in the early 2010s, sparked

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Exploring Asian Flavors in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/exploring-asian-flavors-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/exploring-asian-flavors-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/exploring-asian-flavors-in-chattanooga/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0400

We’ll be exploring a variety of Asian cuisines available in Chattanooga. Yep, you heard it right—we do have several delightful Asian eateries in our vicinity that you may or may not have heard of. Keep reading to uncover 10 Asian restaurants worth adding to your dining list! Whether you’re looking

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Experience Tennessee Whiskey in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/tennessee-whiskey/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/tennessee-whiskey/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/tennessee-whiskey/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Whiskey Week is coming to Chattanooga!

Tennessee Whiskey Week is a week-long festivity that shines a spotlight on the culinary and cocktail scenes throughout this wonderful state. This event, which encourages collaboration between chefs, bartenders, and distilleries, will highlight the finest of

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