8 Ways To Celebrate The Holiday Season In Chattanooga

Posted by on Monday, December 4th, 2023 at 1:19pm.

As the holiday season unfolds, Chattanooga transforms into a festive wonderland filled with joyous activities for residents and visitors alike. If you’re looking for fun ways to celebrate the season, we’ve put together a list of where you can find a little holiday cheer around Chattanooga!

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Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights

As one of out most famous Christmas attractions, walk into a mesmerizing world of lights at Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights. Wander through gardens illuminated by over 30 holiday scenes, featuring thousands of twinkling lights. This annual event promises a magical experience for the whole family.

Ruby Falls Christmas Underground

Experience the underground beauty of Ruby Falls with a festive twist. The Christmas Underground event combines the splendor of the cave with holiday lights, creating a unique and enchanting atmosphere.

EPB's Holiday Windows & the Holiday Windows at Warehouse Row

Take a stroll through the historic district and admire the beautifully decorated holiday windows at Warehouse Row. This charming display is sure to evoke the spirit of the season. Just a short walk away, you'll find EPB's annual window display filled with spectacular lights and classic charaters sure to put a smile on everyone's face.

Ice on the Landing at the Choo Choo Gardens

Lace up your skates and glide across the ice at Ice on the Landing at their new location! Now at the First Horizon Pavillion, this outdoor ice skating rink offers a picturesque setting for a festive day or evening with family and friends.

Tennessee Valley Railroad's North Pole Limited

All aboard the North Pole Limited! Join the Tennessee Valley Railroad for a magical train ride to the North Pole, complete with storytelling, hot cocoa, and a visit from Santa Claus himself.

Holiday Market at the Chattanooga Convention Center

Discover unique gifts and festive treats at the Holiday Market, hosted at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Support local artisans and vendors while enjoying the festive ambiance.

Christmas with Doyle Dyke

Get in the holiday spirit with Doyle Dykes, legendary American guitarist, as he performs Christmas songs and shares stories in an intimate performance at Songbirds. In the spirit of the giving season, all profits will be directed to our Guitars for Kids program which provides thousands of free guitars, in-depth music therapy, and over 100,000 hours of free music education to kids across the south each year.

Chattanooga Ballet presents The Nutcracker

Chattanooga Ballet's The Nutcracker featuring the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra performs their annual show of this holiday classic. Watch Clara, who is gifted a Nutcracker doll, begin a magical journey from the battlefield with the Rat King, through the Land of Snow to the Land of Sweets. See the amazing dolls that come to life in this magical production!