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Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, November 18th to Friday, November 25th.

November 18th-December 23rd

North Pole Limited Christmas Train

When: Boarding times will vary
Where: Tennessee Valley Railroad, 4119 Cromwell Rd.
Cost: $29-$65

The Christmas festivities have begun and what better way to start the holiday season than with a magical train ride to the North Pole? As Tennessee Valley Railroad's most popular event, the North Pole Limited Express takes you on an imaginary journey to the North Pole. Along the way you'll see a number of lighted displays can be seen outside while enjoying yummy hot chocolate and cookies as well as exciting story telling. Word on the street has it that a…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, November 11th to Friday, November 18th.

Thursday, November 17th

Gratefull: 6th annual city-wide potluck

When: 11:30am-1:30pm
Where: Bessie Smith Cultural Center and Chattanooga African American Museum, 200 E Martin Luther King Blvd
Cost: Free

Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be celebrated on just one day. On November 17th, head over to the Bessie Smith Cultural Center & Chattanooga African American Museum and share a meal with our community. Gratefull, formally known as One Table, is a city wide potluck with no fees, expectations, or agenda. It is simply a Thanksgiving meal simply shared by the community. This is the 6th year for this event and what better…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, November 4th to Friday, November 11th.

November 5th-6th

Head of the Hooch

When: Saturday, 9am-7pm, Sunday, 7am-3pm
Where: Ross's Landing, 201 riverfront Pkwy
Cost: Free to spectate

The Head of the Hooch regatta has become a well known event in Chattanooga that is so much fun to watch! The regatta is a head race – competitors row a 4,500-meter (2.8 miles) course on the Tennessee River ending at Ross’s Landing Park. The best place to view the finish line is from the grandstands in Ross’s Landing Park. Spectators can watch from the Walnut Street Bridge, Coolidge Park, or even from the Riverwalk. If you want the closest view of the finish line, be sure to set…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, October 28th to Friday, November 4th.

Friday, October 28th

Gravediggers Ball

When: 7:00-11:00pm
Where: Moxy Chattanooga Downtown, 1220 King St.
Cost: Free admission

Ya'll know that Moxy, Hits 96, and Snapdragon Hemp can put on an event to remember, but what happens when they come together and to host an epic Halloween event? It is sure to be the one the best Halloween events in the city! Tonight is the 1st annual Gravedigger's Ball! Get your best costume together and join the Hits 96 crew for the one Scenic City’s best Halloween Bash. Show off your best costume to win your share of over $5,000 in cash and prizes, including a weekend staycation at The Moxy…

 Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, October 21st to Friday October 28th.

Saturday, October 22nd

East Ridge Fall Family Festival

When: 10:00am-6:00pm
Where: Camp Jordan Amphitheater, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy
Cost: Free

Fall is in full swing which means weekends are filling up with fall festivals! East Ridge announced that the City will host its first-ever Fall Festival this Saturday at Camp Jordan Park. This family friendly event will have tons of delicious food, kid friendly activities, family yard games, 60+ craft vendors, live music, and more! This event is free to attend and all are welcome. To find out more information about the fall festival, click here to head over to their website.

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Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, October 14th to Friday October 21st.

Saturday, October 15th

Steve Martin & Martin Short : You Should See What They Look Like Now

When: 8:00pm
Where: Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium, 399 McCallie Ave
Cost: $65-$250

Steve Martin & Martin Short will be in Chattanooga this weekend. I really don’t need to say anything more, but I will. This dynamic, comedic duo represents three decades of friendship between two of the funniest, most influential and acclaimed talents of the past century. Both Martin and Short have had successful careers in Hollywood and in their “You Won’t Believe What They Look Like Today” tour, the jokes come at you at a rapid-fire pace…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, October 7th to Friday October 14th.

Saturday, October 8th

Wine Over Water

When: 5:00-8:00pm
Where: Walnut Street Bridge, 1 Walnut St.
Cost: $125

Picture this – Tasting a variety of amazing wines, delicious food from leading Chattanooga chefs, and five live bands - all while surrounded by Chattanooga’s iconic walking bridge and beautiful downtown, river, and mountain views. If this sounds like a lovely evening, then Wine Over Water is exactly what you’re looking for this weekend. As the primary fundraiser for Preserve Chattanooga, attendance supports its mission to protect and celebrate Chattanooga's architectural heritage. As you’d expect, this event is 21…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, September 30th to Friday, October 7th.

September 30th-October 1st

3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival

When: September 30th, 6:00-11:00pm & October 1st, 12:00-10:00pm
Where: Ross’ Landing, 201 Riverfront Pkwy
Cost: Free

Back for the Crystal Anniversary Edition, the 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival kicks off the 2-day event tonight! The festival honors the musical legacy of bluegrass fiddler Fletcher Bright, by offering a free two-day festival to the community that features some of the biggest names in traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass. Since its inception in 2007, the festival has grown to be an award winning festival and is now recognized as a premier event…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, September 23rd to Friday, September 30th.

Saturday, September 24th

Chatta Town Tasting Festival

When: 10:00am-4:00pm
Where: Camp Jordan, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy
Cost: Free admission. Food for purchase.

This Saturday, sample your way around the world at the Chatta Town Tasting Festival. Sample all types of cultures through food including Asian, Italian, Soulfood, Jamaican, African, Polish, American, Carnival, and so much more! The day will be filled with food trucks, food trailers, food tents, and food carts. When you need to take a break from the sampling, enjoy the family-friendly event with music, shopping, and a Kidzone! The event is free admission and food…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, September 16th to Friday, September 23rd.

September 17th-18th

Chattanooga Taco Festival

When: 10:00am-4:00pm
Where: Camp Jordan, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy
Cost: Free admission. Food for purchase.

Chattanooga, the time has come for us to all celebrate! This weekend is the Chattanooga Taco Festival! Let me repeat that. The Chattanooga Taco Festival is this weekend! What better way to spend your weekend than to spend the day enjoying countless tacos? With over 150 vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo, pony rides, inflatables, trackless train rides, and entertainment, your day is sure to be memorable. This event is free to attend and all food and activities are for…