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

Opening Friday, March 23

Fairytale Nights 

When: 6-8 p.m. 
Where: Rock City Gardens, 1400 Patten Rd
Cost: $11.95 - $22.95

Adventure awaits you at Rock City's newest spring event, Fairytale Nights – where dreams come to life! Enjoy a spectacular journey and travel to a faraway kingdom where magic is around every turn. Fly to Neverland with Peter Pan; waltz with Beauty and the Beast; enjoy the radiant gardens with Cinderella; and learn to sword fight like a knight! Don't miss this chance to make magical memories at Rock City's Fairytale Nights! For more information or to purchase tickets, visit seerockcity.com. 

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Chattanoogans, you’re in luck! Our area is one of the most beautiful places in the country to see the fall colors thanks to the diversity of trees and broad elevation changes. 

Now that cool weather is finally here, it’s the perfect time to explore all of the prime hiking the Chattanooga area has to offer. It’s hard to predict exactly when fall foliage will be at its peak, but a good rule of thumb is to start at higher elevations earlier in the season in order to see the best color. 

Check out our recommendations for the best fall hikes from now until early November: 

Mid-October

Andrews Bald (Clingmans Dome Area, Smoky Mountains)

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 3.5 miles round trip

If you want the incredible views of Clingmans Dome…

This amazing weather has us wanting to be outside any chance we can get! It’s no small wonder that Chattanooga was named the “Best Town Ever” by Outside Magazine last year—we’re not short on incredible places to experience the outdoors. Lace up your boots, grab your pack and check out some of our favorite local hikes!

Sunset Rock (Lookout Mountain)

Difficulty: Easy 
Distance: 0.1 miles, but with plenty of connecting trails

This hike is one of Chattanooga’s most popular—and for good reason. An easy five-minute trek from the parking lot takes visitors to an incredible 80-foot cliff with panoramic views of the city. This trail is dog-friendly and is usually pretty busy on the weekends, but it’s definitely worth the trip! Time it to make sure you…