What's coming up
Information is not guaranteed — check times, fees, dates and locations with the organizer or venue before you travel.
76 events
October 2 · 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Standifer Gap Marsh / Brainerd LeveeChattanooga, TN
A beginner-friendly urban birding walk covering bird identification and binocular use, looking for seasonal migrants.
Free · registration available · exact meeting spot not posted
October 2 · 7:00 PM
Ooltewah High School5900 Snow Hill Rd, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Soddy-Daisy Trojans play away at Ooltewah.
Away game — district
October 2
Ross's LandingRiverfront Parkway, Chattanooga, TN
Free 19th-annual bluegrass festival on the riverfront, headlined by Sam Bush, The Travelin' McCourys and Rhonda Vincent and the Rage.
Free · all ages · Riverfront Parkway (Aquarium Way to the Hwy 27 bridge lot) and Power Alley/Chestnut St closed Fri 7 AM–Sun 7 AM · same weekend as the Walnut Street Bridge reopening, so expect heavier downtown traffic
October 2 · Oct 2–4
Harris ParkHarris Park, Dunlap, TN 37327
Three-day festival with an Oktoberfest kickoff, live music from Buddy Jewell, and the Cycle Sequatchie road ride.
$5 wristband for all three days — sold at Dunlap Mercantile, the Chamber, City Hall and Citizens Tri-County Bank
October 2
Harris ParkDunlap, TN
A three-day Dunlap Heritage Festival — live music, vendors and food trucks, with a Saturday Oktoberfest set of polka and traditional music at noon.
$5 wristband covers all three days · Fri gates 5 PM, Sat 7 AM (Oktoberfest noon), Sun noon · tickets at Dunlap Mercantile, the Chamber of Commerce and Dunlap City Hall
October 3 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
October 3 · 8:00 AM
McCoy Farm & Gardens1604 Taft Highway, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
A fall migration bird walk with the Chattanooga Chapter of the Tennessee Ornithological Society — 132 bird species have been recorded at McCoy.
All ages welcome · meet at the Welcome Station, Horse Ring Parking Lot · bring binoculars if you have them
October 3 · Gates 9 AM · prelims 9:30 AM · finals 7:30 PM · awards ~10:45 PM
Finley Stadium1826 Reggie White Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37408
A marching band championship with 28 bands from across the Southeast — Signal Mountain High School performs at 2:45 PM and Soddy-Daisy High School at 3:45 PM.
Digital/cashless tickets, buy online ahead · spectator parking $15 · arrive before 10 AM for the north lot
October 3 · Sat 9 AM–6 PM, Sun 10 AM–5:30 PM
Ketner's Mill658 Ketner Mill Lane, Whitwell, TN 37397
48th annual fair at a historic working gristmill — 150+ artisans, 20+ food vendors, farm animals, blacksmiths and woodworkers.
$8 admission, 8 and under free
October 3 · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Signal Mountain Nursery1100 Hubbard Road, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
Children's games, a mini maze, pumpkins, mums and pansies, hot dogs and fall-planting advice at the nursery's regular fall festival.
No admission fee posted · nursery open 9 AM–5 PM, festival activities until 3 PM
October 3 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wolftever CreekChattanooga, TN
Paddle Wolftever Creek to Rabbit Island with the Gear Closet and Outdoor Chattanooga for a volunteer cleanup — bring your own boat or reserve one.
Bring your own canoe/kayak or reserve one · exact meeting spot not posted
October 3 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center400 Garden Road, Chattanooga, TN 37419
A volunteer cleanup of Lookout Creek and Black Creek — bring a kayak, canoe or paddleboard, or join the land-based crew.
A limited number of boats are available if you don't bring your own · Black Creek work is on foot only · postponed or cancelled in severe weather
October 3 · 9:00 AM
Soddy-Daisy Fire Hall11651 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Inaugural 5K fundraiser for Soddy-Daisy High School Track & Cross Country — walkers, dogs and strollers welcome.
$33.78 (ages 0-18: $17.76), +$5 race day · first 50 registrants get a free shirt
October 3 · 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Electric Crocodile North607 Cherokee Blvd, Chattanooga, TN
Electric Crocodile's 2nd annual fall vintage market — an outdoor vendor market with live music on the shop's porch stage.
Free to browse
October 3 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
East Chattanooga Community Center2409 Dodson Avenue, Chattanooga, TN
Food, games and family activities alongside the Chattanooga Fire Department's Fire Prevention Week kick-off, with a focus on fire and lithium-ion battery safety.
Free and open to the public
October 3 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Downtown Branch, Chattanooga Public Library1001 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
A free resource fair connecting families and students of all ages with educational, enrichment and youth-serving organizations.
Free
October 3 · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Main StreetMain Street, Pikeville, TN 37367
40th annual fall festival — vendor booths, artist demonstrations, live music, local food, and a free Kids Fun Zone.
Free admission and parking
October 3 · 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Walnut Street BridgeWalnut Street, Chattanooga, TN
A ceremonial walk and celebration marking the pedestrian bridge's reopening after an 18-month, $52 million renovation — new cedar decking and a color-changing lighting system.
Free · live entertainment and family activities · Walnut Street parking blocked from 6 AM · same weekend as 3 Sisters Bluegrass, so expect heavier downtown traffic
October 4 · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
First Horizon Pavilion1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN 37408
A wing-tasting special at the Chattanooga Market — 12 wings from six restaurants and caterers, benefiting the Chattanooga Area Food Bank.
Market admission free · wing tasting $20 for 12 wings · proceeds benefit the Chattanooga Area Food Bank · paid lot parking · pets stay outside
October 4 · Gates 3:00 PM · performance 5:00 PM · through 7:30 PM
Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center400 Garden Road, Chattanooga, TN 37419
An outdoor evening with the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera performing Peter and the Wolf, plus food trucks, activities and animal encounters.
$15–$30 · bring lawn chairs or blankets · outdoor event, weather dependent
October 4
Audubon Acres900 N. Sanctuary Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
A guided history hike to Little Owl Village paired with a lecture from Timothy Ross of NAIITS, a Cherokee Nation citizen, on Native spirituality.
$7 hike / $7 lecture (members), $10/$10 non-members · $12 combined (members), $15 (non-members) · $7 to livestream · hike trail can be narrow and slippery — wear appropriate shoes
October 5 · 7:00 PM
Ooltewah High School
Soddy-Daisy Trojans play at Ooltewah.
Away game — district
October 6 · 7:30 PM
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium399 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Parody legend Weird Al Yankovic brings his Bigger & Weirder tour to Chattanooga, with Puddles Pity Party opening.
Tickets from $62 · about 45 minutes from Soddy-Daisy
October 9 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Creative Discovery Museum321 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
A family-friendly Halloween night at the museum — costumes, a potion lab, bubble-painting cauldrons, live critters from the Tennessee Aquarium and the new Spooky Town exhibit.
$22 general / $10 members / $5 EBT cardholders · separate tickets for each night, no refunds but you can switch dates
October 9 · 7:00 PM
Bradley Central High School
Soddy-Daisy Trojans play at Bradley Central.
Away game
October 9 · 8:00 PM
The Walker Theatre399 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37402
The Irish vocal group performs traditional Celtic melodies alongside contemporary hits and original material.
Tickets from $76
October 9 · 8:00 PM
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium399 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Classic rock legends The Doobie Brothers bring their Walk This Road tour to downtown Chattanooga.
Tickets from $81
October 9 · Oct 9–10
Enterprise South Nature Park190 Still Hollow Loop, Chattanooga, TN 37416
Trail actors, face painters, inflatables and a glow trail — Hamilton County Parks' Halloween trail festival.
Volunteers needed — trail actors, face painters, inflatable attendants, glow trail actors
October 10 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
October 10 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tennessee RiverparkChattanooga, TN
A pet-friendly Halloween celebration on the riverfront — a costume parade and contest, pet vendors and rescues, and family activities.
Free
October 10 · 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Miller Park928 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
A free, all-ages circus-inspired festival with interactive five-senses booths, local vendors and artists, live performers and community art.
Free
October 10 · 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Chattanooga Choo Choo1400 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
An evening market with moon-inspired jewelry, crystals, candles and handcrafted goods, plus optional tastings of craft beer, cider, mead and wine.
Ticket price not posted — check the event page · tastings are a separate add-on
October 10
Chattanooga, TN
Giant inflatable obstacle course event.
October 10
Walnut Street BridgeChattanooga, TN
Wine-tasting festival on the Walnut Street Bridge.
October 11 · 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Chattanooga Zoo301 N Holtzclaw Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Trick-or-treating, family-friendly decorations, costume shows, a bounce house and character meet-and-greets around the zoo.
$11 members / $16 non-members, under 2 free · timed entry, limited nightly capacity · also runs Oct 18-19 and Oct 25-26
October 12 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Bachman Community Center2815 Anderson Pike, Signal Mountain, TN
An inclusive outdoor day camp for ages 4-10 during Fall Break — trail hiking, bug catching, fort building, nature crafts and sensory play.
$55/day, includes materials and a snack · sign up by the day · led by occupational therapy practitioners, for children of all abilities
October 14 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Miller Park928 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402
A free, all-ages STEAM festival — hands-on art, robotics, science and maker activities from groups like Scouting America, Girl Scouts, the Challenger Learning Center and the library.
Free, donations accepted
October 16 · Thu/Fri 7 PM · Sat 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM · Sun 1 PM & 5 PM
McKenzie Arena720 East 4th St, Chattanooga, TN 37403
Disney On Ice returns to Chattanooga for the first time in six years with Mickey's Search Party — multiple showtimes across four days.
Tickets via GoMocs.com, UTC's ticketing site
October 17 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
October 17 · Sat 10 AM–8 PM · Sun 11 AM–5 PM
First Horizon Pavilion1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN 37408
A biergarten of local and seasonal craft brews, German food and family activities — the organizer calls it the region's most family-friendly Oktoberfest.
Free admission · organizer describes it as family-friendly, not a 21+ event · the biergarten itself is for adults 21+ with ID
October 17 · Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun 1–6 PM
Bradley County Courthouse Square155 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN
Live entertainment, apple competitions and the Apple Blossom pageant, with proceeds supporting other local charities.
$8 adults / $5 seniors & kids 3-12 / $25 family (2 adults + up to 4 kids) / free under 3 · gate sales cash only · only trained service animals allowed
October 17 · Oct 17–18
East Ridge, TN
Two-day apple festival in East Ridge.
October 17
Chattanooga Choo ChooChattanooga, TN
Fall harvest event at the Chattanooga Choo Choo.
October 18 · 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Chattanooga Zoo301 N Holtzclaw Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Trick-or-treating, family-friendly decorations, costume shows, a bounce house and character meet-and-greets around the zoo.
$11 members / $16 non-members, under 2 free · timed entry, limited nightly capacity
October 19
Coffee shops around ChattanoogaSee chattanoogacoffeeweek.com for the shop list
$5 featured fall coffees and $4 pastries at a dozen local coffee shops — pumpkin spice, s'mores lattes and other seasonal specials.
Dates shown are an estimate based on last year's pattern — check chattanoogacoffeeweek.com for this year's confirmed week and shop list
October 20 · 7:30 PM both nights
Tivoli Theatre100 E 11th St, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Bluegrass guitarist Billy Strings headlines two nights marking the grand reopening of the newly renovated Tivoli Theatre.
Check the Tivoli's own box office for current pricing — resale sites were showing inflated prices
October 22
Mountain Arts Community Center809 Kentucky Ave, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
Author Rick Bragg shares stories and insights from his writing career, hosted by Friends of the Library.
SOLD OUT — was $20/ticket
October 23 · 7:00 PM
East Hamilton High School
Soddy-Daisy Trojans play at East Hamilton.
Away game — district
October 23
The Trinity Chapel & Events240 1st Ave, Dayton, TN
A first-year festival of visual art, ballet and live music, using a pay-what-you-can reservation model — 100% of tips go to the artists.
Pay-what-you-can · organized by Renew the Arts, supported by MainStreet Dayton
October 24 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
October 24 · 8:00 AM
Pruett's Market1210 Taft Highway, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
The 50th running of this certified 10K, with sunrise views from East Brow Road, a post-race festival and pumpkin pie for finishers.
$45 standard / $35 ages 21 and under · commemorative 50th-anniversary finisher medal, technical shirt while supplies last, Pruett's biscuits · RRCA State Championship 10K
October 24 · 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Miller Park & Miller PlazaChattanooga, TN
Free, family-friendly day of live bluegrass in downtown Chattanooga — part of IBMA World of Bluegrass, with college bands, Kids on Bluegrass, local musicians, food and craft vendors.
Free admission — presented by the City of Chattanooga and River City Company
October 25 · 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Chattanooga Zoo301 N Holtzclaw Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Trick-or-treating, family-friendly decorations, costume shows, a bounce house and character meet-and-greets around the zoo.
$11 members / $16 non-members, under 2 free · timed entry, limited nightly capacity
October 30 · 10:00 AM
Courthouse Square, Downtown Dayton1475 Market Street, Dayton, TN 37321
The 20th annual PumpkinFest — costume contest, pony rides, a petting zoo, inflatables, a trackless train, pie-eating contest, food and craft vendors and trick-or-treating.
Free admission
October 30 · 7:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy High School618 Sequoyah Access Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN
Soddy-Daisy Trojans host Lenoir City.
Home game — district
October 30
Historic Downtown DaytonDowntown Dayton, TN 37321
Food and craft vendors downtown, music at Centennial Park, games, a costume contest and trick-or-treating.
October 31 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
October 31 · 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
New Salem Baptist Church9806 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379
Classic car cruise-in and swap meet — a last-Saturday-of-the-month gathering hosted by Memory Lane Cruisers.
October 31 · 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Downtown ClevelandDowntown Cleveland, TN 37311
A downtown community Halloween party — trick-or-treating candy from local businesses, live music, food and a costume contest.
Free
October 31 · 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
TBD
Decorated trunks, candy, and costumes for the kids.
November 6 · Fri 5–9 PM, Sat 11 AM–9 PM, Sun 11 AM–6 PM
McDonald Farm16705 Coulterville Rd, Sale Creek, TN 37373
Veterans Day Weekend fair at its new home, the 2,100-acre McDonald Farm Hamilton County park — live music from Rodney Atkins and Brandon Davis, rodeo, lumberjack shows, pig races and a fireworks finale.
$8–$16 · free on-site parking · presented by Little Debbie
November 7 · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
A fall arts and craft fair, posted as a save-the-date by Holy Spirit Catholic Church.
Save-the-date · fee, exact venue and open-to-public details not yet posted
November 7
Ross's LandingRiverfront Parkway at Market Street, Chattanooga, TN
The Southeast's premier rowing regatta — 6,500+ athletes racing on the Tennessee River, free to watch from the riverfront.
November 7
Soddy-Daisy
Community pie festival in Soddy-Daisy.
November 7
Chattanooga, TN
Statewide vendor festival held in Chattanooga.
November 7
Tri-State Exhibition Center200 Natures Trail, McDonald, TN 37353
An upscale vintage-inspired market — original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade goods, home decor and seasonal plantings.
Children 12 and under free
November 14 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Daisy Elementary School620 Sequoyah Road, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
A day of fall fun, community and shopping — vendors, food trucks, games and music for the whole family.
Third annual — vendors/food trucks welcome, contact the school office to reserve a spot
November 20 · Fri 2–8 PM, Sat 10 AM–6 PM, Sun 10 AM–4 PM
Camp Jordan323 Camp Jordan Parkway, East Ridge, TN 37412
Holiday market with over 140 vendors — handmade gifts, food, and seasonal shopping.
$10 admission · kids 10 and under free
November 21 · Sat 10 AM–7 PM, Sun 11 AM–6 PM
Coolidge Park150 River Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405
German-style holiday market at Coolidge Park — festive food and drinks, vendor booths, and twinkling riverfront lights.
November 23 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Soddy Lake Park (North Park)197 Durham St, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
180+ vendors, food trucks, bounce houses, face painting, a petting zoo, games and a community stage.
Rescheduled from earlier in the fall · also collecting coats for the Keeping Kids Warm coat drive
November 26 · 8:30 AM
Chester Frost Park7872 Causeway Road, Hixson, TN 37343
14th annual Thanksgiving morning 5K — walk it, run it, bring the dog and the stroller — benefiting local nonprofits including the Soddy-Daisy Food Bank.
$38.10 (incl. fee), price increases after Nov 25 · registration opens 7:30 AM · race shirt included · ages 5+
November 28 · Sat 10 AM–7 PM, Sun 11 AM–6 PM
Coolidge Park150 River Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405
German-style holiday market returns for a second weekend — twinkling riverfront lights, festive food and vendor booths.
December 5 · Sat 10 AM–6 PM, Sun 11 AM–5 PM
Chattanooga Choo Choo46 Choo Choo Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Holiday market at the historic Choo Choo — curated artisan vendors, unique shopping, and a Christmas-themed beer tent.
December 12
Sale Creek, TN
Holiday community event in Sale Creek.
December 19 · Sat 10 AM–5 PM, Sun 11 AM–5 PM
Chattanooga Convention Center1 Carter Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Around 200 local and regional artisans — handcrafted jewelry, woodworking, bath and body, toys, and artisan foods.
Free admission
May 22 · 1:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy
Community festival in Soddy-Daisy.
Kept so old links still work.
October 1 · 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Raccoon Mountain Boat RampChattanooga, TN
Guided 4.4-mile sunset paddle down the Tennessee River Gorge, ending at Sullivan's Landing on Highway 41 — kayak, PFD and shuttle all provided.
$35/person, ages 14+ recommended · registration limited, opens ~3 weeks before · also runs Sept 3 and Sept 17
September 29 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Mac Avenue Event Space1304 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN
A live pottery wheel-throwing competition and fundraiser for Scenic City Clay Arts, its 10th-anniversary year — donate to support or sabotage a competitor.
$55 general / $75 supporter / $95 VIP (5:30 PM early entry) · free lot parking, about 100 spaces
September 27 · 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Clarence T. Jones Observatory10 N. Tuxedo Ave, Chattanooga, TN
A bird-migration lecture and planetarium show, followed by telescope viewing if the weather cooperates.
Gates open 6:30, program at 7:00 · seating is limited, arrive early · fee not listed — check UTC's page
September 27 · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
First Horizon Pavilion1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN 37408
A fall-themed Sunday market with apples, cider and pumpkins, artisan foods, handmade goods, flowers and live music.
Free admission · paid parking on site · pets stay outside (not allowed in the pavilion) · IRONMAN Chattanooga is also Sunday, so expect race-day traffic downtown — check the City and IRONMAN updates before you leave
September 27 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Outdoor ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN
Beginner singletrack lesson covering balance, braking, body position, gear shifting, climbing and descending.
$25 · registration required, limited spots · trail location sent to registrants · later dates Oct 11, Oct 18 and Nov 8
September 27 · 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Flat Top Mountain Farm638 Bowman Cemetery Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN
Off-road 5K through the farm, alongside sunflower fields and grazing horses.
$38.10 registration (incl. fee) · registration open until 9 AM race morning
September 27 · 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
McDonald Farm16705 Coulterville Rd, Sale Creek, TN 37373
A birding field trip at McDonald Farm led by Kevin Calhoon of the Chattanooga Chapter of the Tennessee Ornithological Society.
Beginners welcome · no fee listed by the chapter
September 26 · 5:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy
Gospel concert featuring The LeFevre Quartet.
Not yet confirmed on the quartet's own tour schedule — check with the church before you go
September 26 · 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Eastgate Library5705 Marlin Road, Chattanooga, TN
A Saturday library program for ages 6–11 built around STEAM activities, crafts and games — this week's project is Paper Rocking Snails.
Ages 6–11 · fee not posted — check the library's page
September 26 · 3:00 PM
Alexian Village Inn100 James Boulevard, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
A free fall festival with live music by The Beaters, food trucks, family games and pumpkin decorating.
Free · bring your own chair · end time not posted
September 26 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tennessee Aquarium Plaza1 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
The Chattanooga Market's Saturday riverfront market — artisan food, handmade goods from local makers, a food truck and live music.
Free admission; paid parking nearby · no pets at this location
September 26 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Creative Discovery Museum321 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
A free family block party with the street closed to traffic — hands-on activities, interactive booths, games and outdoor play.
Free for the whole family
September 26 · Sat 10 AM–9 PM · Sun 11 AM–6 PM
Flat Top Mountain Farm638 Bowman Cemetery Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop handcrafted goods, artisan products, baked treats and unique gifts from local vendors at the farm's fall festival.
$12 admission · free parking · restrooms · stroller-friendly · outdoors, dress for the weather
September 26 · 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Hamm Road, Moccasin BendHamm Road, Chattanooga, TN
A ribbon cutting for a new protected path into Renaissance Park, followed by a community walk, bike ride, jog or stroller stroll.
Free and open to the public · short, flat route · all abilities welcome
September 26 · 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Enterprise South Nature Park190 Still Hollow Loop Road, Chattanooga, TN 37416
An easy guided morning walk along Poe Run Trail to Hidden Lake to spot migrating birds, led by the Chattanooga Chapter of the Tennessee Ornithological Society.
Free and open to the public · meet at Parking Lot 3 near the dog park · bring binoculars and a mug or thermos for coffee
September 26 · 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
New Salem Baptist Church9806 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379
Classic car cruise-in and swap meet — a last-Saturday-of-the-month gathering hosted by Memory Lane Cruisers.
Last Saturday of the month · the club says dates can change, so check before you go
September 26 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
September 25 · 7:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy High School618 Sequoyah Access Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN
Soddy-Daisy Trojans host Walker Valley.
Home game — district
September 25 · Fri 3–7 PM · Sat 11 AM–7 PM · Sun 11 AM–5 PM
Camp Jordan323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN 37412
A family taco festival with 35+ food vendors and trucks, Mexican dancers and mariachi, a petting zoo, a pirate ship and a Kids Zone.
$10 general admission · free parking · check the organizer's page for children's pricing
September 25 · 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Chickamauga LakeChattanooga, TN
A guided evening paddle around the islands and sloughs of Chickamauga Lake, timed for the moonrise — about two hours on the water.
$35/person · ages 14+ with an adult · beginner-friendly · kayak, paddle, PFD and lights included · registration required
September 25 · Fri & Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 1–5 PM
Homes across the Chattanooga areaSelf-guided route — see the official page
A free, self-guided tour of newly built homes from local builders, with the products and services that go into them.
Free to attend · second and final weekend · get the route from the organizer
September 24
Mountain Arts Community Center809 Kentucky Ave, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
Weave a small fall basket from locally harvested invasive kudzu, using a twining technique.
$45 class fee + $15 materials · ages 12+ (children accompanied by an adult) · check the MACC site for exact time and to register
September 24 · 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Craven's Terrace, Lookout MountainLookout Mountain, Chattanooga, TN
A beginner-friendly guided birding walk on Lookout Mountain — an easy, short walk covering bird identification and how to use binoculars.
No experience needed · registration required · fee not posted — check the registration page
September 22 · 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Crabtree Farms — Evelyn Center1000 E. 30th St, Chattanooga, TN 37407
A discussion of J. Drew Lanham's memoir, leading into his Oct. 2 Distinguished Lecture.
Free / donation-supported · Tuesday, Sept 22 (some aggregator listings wrongly show Monday the 21st)
September 21 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Lynnbrook Park1600 Lynnbrook Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Sixth class in Wild Ones Tennessee Valley's Ecological Gardening Series — outdoor, hands-on garden maintenance.
Free · free public parking on site · each class can be attended independently
September 20 · Sound bath 2 PM · DJ sets 2:30 PM · music ends 9 PM
Togetherland (location shared with free registration)Chattanooga, TN
A free, all-ages community afternoon of house music on the lawn, with a sound bath, a local vendor market and food trucks.
Free (optional donations) · all ages · register free on Luma to get the exact location
September 20 · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
First Horizon Pavilion1801 Reggie White Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37408
A themed Sunday market with international music, globally inspired food, and the regular Chattanooga Market vendors.
Free admission · paid lot parking on campus · pets welcome outdoors, not inside the pavilion
September 20 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Outdoor ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN
Beginner trail-riding lesson — turns, climbs, descents, obstacles, speed control and line choice.
$25 · registration required, limited spots · exact trail sent to registrants
September 20 · 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Chattanooga Zoo301 N Holtzclaw Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Free zoo admission for Chattanooga Public Library card holders age 18 and under, with hands-on library activities and story times.
Free with a library card (ages 18 & under) — bring the card to the ticket booth · others pay regular admission · story times 11 AM & 12 PM
September 19
Dayton, TN
Fall-themed festival in Dayton.
September 19 · Sep 19–20
East Ridge, TN
Two-day fall festival in East Ridge.
September 19 · 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center400 Garden Road, Chattanooga, TN 37419
A recurring owl program at Reflection Riding — offered Fridays and Saturdays at 1 PM.
Paid ticket required, including for supervising adults — price not posted, check Reflection Riding's site · no dogs · outdoors, weather-dependent
September 19 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center400 Garden Road, Chattanooga, TN 37419
Meet native animals up close, including bobcats, raptors and red wolves.
Fee not posted — check Reflection Riding's site · outdoors, weather-dependent · also Fridays 1:30 PM and Saturdays 11 AM & 1 PM
September 19 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Pruett's Market1210 Taft Highway, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
Free child car-seat safety check and installation help from a certified instructor.
Free
September 19 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hamilton County Extension Center & Bonny Oaks Arboretum6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, TN 37416
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County celebrate fall with plant and craft vendors, nature-inspired art, food trucks, Master Gardener demos, and children's activities.
Free admission and free parking — adults and children
September 19 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Chattanooga Public Library — Downtown1001 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
A preschooler-friendly morning of nature activities and a Sesame Street screening, with WTCI PBS and the library.
Fee not posted — check the library's page · up to 40 free two-hour spaces in the EPB garage
September 19 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Chattanooga Public Library — Downtown (3rd floor)1001 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
A free family-history morning from the library's Local History & Genealogy Department.
Free · RSVP requested, space is limited · held about every other month, next posted date Nov 14
September 19 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Miller Park928 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
A free, inaugural dog event with vendors, adoption and foster info, food trucks, dog contests and training demos — geared toward senior and special-needs dogs, but all dogs and families are welcome.
Free
September 19 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Chattanooga Green140 Riverfront Parkway, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Family-friendly food tasting festival with live music, local vendors and a KidZone.
Free entry · tasting samples $1–$10 · Community Choice Award voting 10:30 AM–3:30 PM
September 19 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wild Ones Tennessee Valley (Red Bank area)Red Bank, TN
A Certificate in Native Plants session covering invasive-species ID and management, followed by field work at a WaterWays restoration site.
Paid — exact fee not posted publicly; check the Wild Ones site for current pricing and to register (limited seating, wheelchair accessible, free parking)
September 19 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park8559 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Volunteer trail work removing invasive plants along the Springfield Trail — family-friendly, tools and instructions provided.
Free · meet Ranger Barber at the trailhead · no restrooms or water on site
September 19 · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Greenway Farm4960 Gann Store Rd, Hixson, TN 37343
Buy, sell or trade used outdoor gear and apparel, plus repair stations for maintenance and fixes.
Free admission for shoppers · seller spaces $10
September 19 · 5K at 8:30 AM · 1-Mile at 8:40 AM
Bethel Bible Village3001 Hamill Rd, Hixson, TN 37343
A 5K and a 1-mile run/walk at Bethel Bible Village.
Registration is closed — it ended Fri Sept 18 at 10 PM and there is no race-day sign-up · fees were 5K $40 adult / $30 youth, 1-mile $30 adult / $20 youth
September 19 · Check-in 8 AM · 5K at 9:00 AM · 1-mile walk at 9:10 AM
Tennessee Riverwalk / Hubert Fry Center4301 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37406
Annual 5K and 1-mile walk benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga.
Race-day prices $50.14 (5K) / $44.79 (1-mile), fees included — online registration has closed, so check the registration page for how to sign up today
September 19 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
September 18
Mountain Arts Community Center809 Kentucky Ave, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
A morning story time for the littlest visitors — this week's book is The Leaf Thief, followed by a simple craft.
Ages 4 & under with a parent or guardian · time not posted — check the MACC calendar before you go
September 18 · 7:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy High School618 Sequoyah Access Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN
Soddy-Daisy Trojans host McMinn County.
Home game — district
September 18 · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–9 PM · Sun 11 AM–6 PM
Flat Top Mountain Farm638 Bowman Cemetery Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
The farm's Fall Festival opens today — a homegrown pumpkin with admission, hayrides, a family corn maze, Highland cows and mini donkeys.
$12 per person (kids 3 & under free) · free parking, restrooms, stroller-friendly · season runs through Nov 1
September 17 · 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Woodlands Gathering9966 Lovell Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
A session in a local discussion series on Indigenous history, hosted by Woodlands Gathering in Soddy-Daisy.
September 17 · 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Raccoon Mountain Boat RampChattanooga, TN
Guided 4.4-mile sunset paddle down the Tennessee River Gorge, ending at Sullivan's Landing on Highway 41 — kayak, PFD and shuttle all provided.
$35/person, ages 14+ recommended · registration limited, opens ~3 weeks before · also runs Sept 3 and Oct 1
September 17 · Eat ~6:00 PM, Music ~6:30 PM
Cagle Mountain Community Center8208 State Route 8/111, Dunlap, TN 37327
A community potluck and bluegrass jam on Cagle Mountain — bring a covered dish, stay for the music.
Bring a covered dish to share
September 13 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Harrison Bay State Park8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
An hour of Appalachian-style vegetable preserving and pickling with a Harrison Bay ranger — part of the Mamaw's Front Porch fall series.
$5 · register if you want to take home your own jar of pickled okra
September 13 · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
First Horizon Pavilion1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN 37408
Local chefs cook live using market ingredients while the Sunday market runs alongside — a live cook-off from 11 AM to 3 PM.
Free admission; paid lot parking · no pets indoors · about a 17-mile drive
September 13 · 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Harrison Bay State Park — Bay Point Loop trailhead8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
An easy-to-moderate guided hike using eBird to show how everyday wildlife sightings feed conservation research — loaner binoculars available.
Free · recommended for ages 10+, all experience levels welcome · meet at the boat-ramp parking area
September 13 · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Outdoor ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN
Guided visit to two wild caves within about 30 minutes of downtown — including a private cave with an underground waterfall.
Ages 12+, registration required · involves stooping, crawling, climbing and wading in cold water · exact meeting location sent to registrants
September 12
Nine Mile Volunteer Fire Company21008 Old State Highway 28, Pikeville, TN 37367
A weekend of live bluegrass at the Nine Mile Volunteer Fire Company, also using the nearby Edmons Music Barn.
$10 for the weekend · check 9milebluegrass.com for the day's exact schedule
September 12 · 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Harrison Bay State Park — Rec Hall parking area8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
Free, family-friendly stargazing with the Barnard Astronomical Society — visual telescopes, electronically assisted scopes and monitors set up for the public.
Free · weather-dependent (go/no-go usually posted 2-3 PM that day) · also Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12
September 12 · Gates 6 PM, music 7 PM
Flat Top Mountain Farm638 Bowman Cemetery Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN
An evening of live bluegrass from Hannah Danley among the farm's fall blooms, with food and refreshments.
$10 · children 13 and under free · no pets
September 12 · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Eastern)
Downtown Dunlap15643 Rankin Avenue, Dunlap, TN 37327
Classic cars and trucks line downtown Dunlap for an easy evening stroll — this month's theme is Women 'N' Wheels. Good for families and car fans alike.
Free to look; fee, parking and accessibility not posted · Dunlap runs on Central time (4–7 PM there) · about 17 miles from northern Soddy-Daisy via SR-111
September 12 · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Harrison Bay State Park — Marina7855 Marina Bay Circle, Harrison, TN 37341
Pontoon boat tour of Chickamauga Lake — wheelchair and walker accessible, life jackets provided and required.
September 12 · 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Bachman Community Center2815 Anderson Pike, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
A free day of live music, food trucks, local vendors and conservation exhibits celebrating Walden's Ridge, backed by the Signal Mountain Tree Board, WaterWays, Reflection Riding and other local groups.
Free · free parking, plus a continuous shuttle from Signal Mountain Methodist Church (3419 Taft Highway) starting 10:45 AM
September 12 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Chattanooga GreenChattanooga, TN
Guided exploration, movement and sensory/nature activities for ages 2–6 with a caregiver, at the Chattanooga FunFair.
No registration required
September 12 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tennessee Aquarium Plaza1 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
An outdoor market on the Aquarium plaza — artisan food, local makers, live music from Texasippi Sid, and the Smash Boyz food truck.
Free admission; paid parking nearby · no pets at this location · about a 17-mile drive
September 12 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Jack Benson Heritage Park1428 Jenkins Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Grand opening of a new ~15,000 sq ft farm-themed playground built as a universally inclusive play space.
Free · accessible parking, entrances and restrooms · all ground-level and elevated play components are accessible
September 12 · Sat 10 AM–5 PM, Sun 12–5 PM
Bradley Square Mall200 Paul Huff Parkway, Cleveland, TN 37312
150+ craft and commercial vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting and inflatables.
Free parking
September 12 · First session 9:30 AM
Lakesite Community Pool2250 Blue Ridge Drive, Lakesite, TN 37379
McKamey Animal Center's annual end-of-season dog swim — five one-hour-and-fifteen-minute sessions, capped at 30 dogs each.
$30 per dog (sold by the dog, bring the whole family) · advance registration required
September 12 · 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center400 Garden Road, Chattanooga, TN 37419
An up-close educational program with birds of prey and how raptors reflect the health of the local ecosystem.
Weather-dependent · sign-up posted · may change if an animal ambassador can't take part
September 12 · 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Harrison Bay State Park — Beach parking lotEnd of Campground Road, Harrison, TN 37341
A two-hour guided paddle around Bay Point Loop exploring changing lake habitats — kayaks, canoes, PFDs and paddles provided.
$15 · registration required, limited spaces · not recommended for first-time paddlers · ages 16+ or with a parent/guardian
September 12 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
September 12 · 7:00 AM
Tennessee Riverpark4301 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37406
A big multi-vendor community yard sale at the Riverpark — one table's worth of treasure hunting for the whole family.
Confirm the fall date on the Hamilton County Parks calendar before heading out
September 11 · 7:00 PM
Rhea County High School
Soddy-Daisy Trojans play at Rhea County.
Away game — district
September 11 · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Harrison Bay State Park — Interpretive Center8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
A relaxed workshop combining sketching, writing and scientific observation — no artistic experience needed, all supplies provided.
$3 per participant · notebooks, pencils and art supplies provided
September 11 · 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Outdoor ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN
A beginner-friendly guided kayak tour of downtown Chattanooga's riverfront history — a Silver Adventures program for ages 55+.
Ages 55+ · $35 · all kayak equipment provided, no experience needed · meeting point sent to registrants
September 10 · 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Harrison Bay State Park8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
A guided New Moon night hike looking at how ancient astronomers read the night sky.
Free
September 10 · 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Soddy-Daisy Community Library9619 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
The first Afterschool Storytime of the year, clay-themed — geared for K-2 but open to kids of any age or school, including homeschoolers.
Free ticket required per child (adults don't need one) · 24-child capacity
September 10 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Harrison Bay State Park8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
A morning of Tennessee wildlife for homeschool families — owl-pellet dissection, raptor adaptations with the park's captive birds, and a visit with Peaches the corn snake.
$5 · registration required, limited to 25 K–12 students · kids 4 and under free, no registration
September 9 · 5:30 PM
Chester Frost Park2277 Gold Point Circle North, Hixson, TN 37343
Introductory disc golf instruction and equipment provided — a beginner-friendly evening, most suited to ages 9+.
Free · equipment provided · ends around 7:00–7:30 PM (city listings differ)
September 9 · 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy Community Library9619 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
An egg-themed storytime and craft for kids.
Free ticket requested for children (helps the library prep craft supplies)
September 8 · 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Outdoor ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN
Two free one-hour sessions (4-5 PM and 5:30-6:30 PM) teaching kids and adults to ride — bikes, helmets, and closed-toe shoes required.
Free · pre-registration required · exact location sent to registrants
September 7 · 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Harrison Bay State Park — Interpretive Center8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
An easy introduction to birding — starts at the Interpretive Center, then a short 0.5-mile walk on the Star Walk Trail. No experience needed.
Free · binoculars available to borrow
September 6 · 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Coolidge Park150 River Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405
Optional guided meditation, then a free community walk with Rooted Paths Outdoor Club.
Meditation $5 (optional, 5 PM) · walk is free (5:35 PM)
September 6 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Harrison Bay State Park8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
Beginner-friendly kayaking basics with Harrison Bay rangers — paddling strokes and water safety, all gear provided.
$5 · pre-registration required · limited spaces
September 6 · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Chattanooga Market1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN
Food trucks, fresh produce, local art and live music from Stratoblasters at the Chattanooga Market.
September 6 · 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Harrison Bay State Park — Interpretive Center8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
Community crochet session making blankets — yarn and hooks provided, no experience needed.
Free · very limited space, pre-registration required
September 5
White Oak Ranch568 Reynolds Road, Dunlap, TN 37327
Lake day with a water trampoline, zip line, aqua bikes, kayaks, bounce houses and fishing, capped off with a bonfire and a big fireworks show.
$10 admission (free with a reserved campsite/RV site)
September 5 · Saturday
Rhea County Fairgrounds290 Harold Robbins Lane, Evensville, TN 37332
Live music celebrating America's 250th birthday (1776–2026) at the Rhea County Fairgrounds.
September 5 · 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Ross's LandingRiverfront Parkway at Market Street, Chattanooga, TN
Free season finale of the riverfront concert series — an Earth, Wind & Fire tribute headlines, with an opening set honoring Kool and the Gang.
Free · food truck alley 6-10 PM · Riverfront Parkway closes for the extended event
September 5 · 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Downtown Main StreetMain Street, Pikeville, TN 37367
Classic cars, muscle cars, trucks and motorcycles downtown, with food vendors and live music starting at 5 PM.
September 5 · Sep 5–6, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Monroe County Airport350 Airport Road, Madisonville, TN
Tethered hot air balloon rides, live music, food and games — about a 2-hour drive, worth it if you love balloons.
13th annual · benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Monroe County
September 5 · 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
McDonald Farm16705 Coulterville Rd, Sale Creek, TN 37373
Giant bubbles, mud play, nature crafts, live music and vendors — a donation-based family nature festival.
Donation-based (give what you can) · free parking · time shown is best-available, see below
September 5 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
September 4 · 7:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy High School618 Sequoyah Access Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN
Soddy-Daisy Trojans host Signal Mountain.
Home game
September 3 · 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Raccoon Mountain Boat RampChattanooga, TN
Guided 4.4-mile sunset paddle down the Tennessee River Gorge, ending at Sullivan's Landing on Highway 41 — kayak, PFD and shuttle all provided.
$35/person, ages 14+ recommended · registration limited, opens ~3 weeks before · also runs Sept 17 and Oct 1
August 31 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Chester Frost Park2277 Gold Point Circle North, Hixson, TN 37343
Fishing tournament hosted by Talkin' Tackle.
Contact the organizer directly for entry/participation details
August 31 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Joseph Glasscock Community Center3653 Tom Weathers Drive, Red Bank, TN 37415
A free art class for active older adults (55+), hosted by the City of Red Bank.
August 29 · 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Chattanooga Choo Choo46 Choo Choo Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Evening shopping market at the historic Choo Choo — retail goods, artisan items, specialty food and drinks, plus live music.
August 29 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Audubon Acres900 North Sanctuary Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
The historic Spring Frog Cabin, normally closed to the public, opens for the day with a docent on hand to talk about the cabin and its history.
$6 adults, $5 seniors, $5 students, $3 children 5-12, members free · free parking
August 29 · 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Crabtree Farms1000 E 30th Street, Chattanooga, TN 37407
Hands-on workshop on Monarch life cycle, migration, and native host/nectar plants — includes a milkweed-jar planting activity to take home.
$30 · registration required
August 29 · 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Coolidge Park150 River Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405
5K at 9 AM, awards at 9:45, then the Kidz Fun Run at 10:15 — honoring Cameron Bean's legacy, benefiting the Chattanooga Track Club.
Followed by Chatt Town Cool Down activities, 11 AM–3 PM
August 29 · 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
New Salem Baptist Church9806 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379
Classic car cruise-in and swap meet — a last-Saturday-of-the-month gathering hosted by Memory Lane Cruisers.
August 29 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
August 28 · 7:00 PM
Hixson High School
Soddy-Daisy Trojans play at Hixson.
Away game
August 28 · 10:00 AM
Coolidge ParkChattanooga, TN
Handmade goods and local art from area makers at Coolidge Park.
August 27 · 7:30 PM
Outdoor Chattanooga200 River St, Chattanooga, TN 37405
Guided moonlit kayak tour around the islands and sloughs of Chickamauga Lake, timed to a partial lunar eclipse the night the Sturgeon Moon rises.
$35/person, includes kayak, paddle, PFD and lights — ages 14+ with adult · registration opens ~2 weeks before
August 27 · 7:00 PM
Union Fork Baptist Church350 Lee Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Southern gospel concert featuring Greater Vision.
August 27 · 5:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy
Community tailgate bash welcoming the new school year.
August 27 · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Joseph Glasscock Community Center3653 Tom Weathers Drive, Red Bank, TN 37415
Tech help for active older adults (55+), hosted by the City of Red Bank.
August 26 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Chester Frost Park2277 Gold Point Circle North, Hixson, TN 37343
Weekly beginner kayak skills class on Chickamauga Lake, run by Outdoor Chattanooga — one of the last Wednesday sessions of the summer season.
First class free, walk-up welcome — arrive 20 minutes early to check in
August 26 · 5:00 PM
Chester Frost Park2277 Gold Point Circle North, Hixson, TN 37343
Dog-friendly community event at Chester Frost Park.
August 26 · 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Joseph Glasscock Community Center3653 Tom Weathers Drive, Red Bank, TN 37415
A music jam session for active older adults (55+), hosted by the City of Red Bank.
August 26 · 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Joseph Glasscock Community Center3653 Tom Weathers Drive, Red Bank, TN 37415
Free chair yoga class for active older adults (55+), hosted by the City of Red Bank.
Free
August 26 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Joseph Glasscock Community Center3653 Tom Weathers Drive, Red Bank, TN 37415
Free Qi Gong class for active older adults (55+), hosted by the City of Red Bank.
Free
August 25
Rhea County Extension OfficeDayton, TN
Fall gardening festival hosted by the Rhea County Extension Office.
August 25 · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Joseph Glasscock Community Center3653 Tom Weathers Drive, Red Bank, TN 37415
Tech help for active older adults (55+), hosted by the City of Red Bank.
August 24 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Joseph Glasscock Community Center3653 Tom Weathers Drive, Red Bank, TN 37415
A free art class for active older adults (55+), hosted by the City of Red Bank.
August 22 · 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Harrison Bay State Park — Friends Porch8411 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, TN 37341
Beginner-friendly kayaking basics with Harrison Bay rangers — PFD fitting, paddling strokes, and water safety. All gear provided.
$5 · pre-registration required · meet at the Friends Porch near the playground parking lot
August 22 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Charlie's Restaurant Lounge8504 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN
Motorcycle poker run benefiting Disabled American Veterans.
$20/rider · $25 w/ passenger — benefits DAV
August 22 · Sat 10 AM–5 PM, Sun 11 AM–4 PM
McDonald Farm16705 Coulterville Rd, Sale Creek, TN
3rd annual watermelon festival at McDonald Farm — live music, contests, inflatables, splash fun and animal encounters.
$5 admission · kids under 10 free
August 22 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
August 21 · 7:00 PM
Soddy-Daisy High School618 Sequoyah Access Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN
Soddy-Daisy Trojans host White County.
Home game
August 21 · 11:00 AM
Chattanooga History Experience231 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN
A new immersive experience bringing Chattanooga and Hamilton County's story to life through original films, interactive exhibits, and student-driven storytelling.
Part of America's 250th birthday celebration
August 15 · 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Chester Frost Park — Shelter 12277 Gold Point Circle North, Hixson, TN 37343
Live music, lake views and family fun.
Free event · All ages welcome
August 15 · 1:00 PM
Sequatchie County Fair103 Heard Street, Dunlap, TN 37327
Stick horse rodeo, farmer olympics, and sacred harp singing.
Fun for the whole family
August 15 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
August 14 · Fair week wraps up
Sequatchie County Fairgrounds103 Heard Street, Dunlap, TN 37327
Don't miss the final days of fair fun, food, rides, and more.
August 11 · Aug 11–15
Rhea County Fairgrounds290 Harold Robbins Lane, Evensville, TN 37332
The annual Rhea County Fair — agricultural exhibits, rides and community events over five days.
August 8 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
August 1 · Aug 1–8
Bledsoe County Fairgrounds234 Allen P Deakins Road, Pikeville, TN 37367
"Liberty, Land, and Livestock" — a week of agricultural fair events in Pikeville, celebrating Tennessee's Sequatchie Valley heritage since 1919.
August 1 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
July 25 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
July 18 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
July 11 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
July 4 · Dusk
TBD
Annual fireworks display over the water.
July 4 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
June 27 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
June 20 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
June 13 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
June 6 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
May 30 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
May 23 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
May 16 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
May 9 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October
May 2 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Poe's Tavern Historical Park9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Shop local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, art, and more while supporting our local vendors.
Every Saturday, May – October