Conservation and education naturally come together at the Chattanooga Arboretum & Nature Center. Outdoor enthusiasts learn about a fascinating array of indigenous plants, birds, mammals and reptiles. Plus you can explore a Forest Treehouse, and travel in the footsteps of Tennessee’s early Native Americans, pioneer settlers and Civil War soldiers.
Music lovers don’t skip a beat at the Riverbend Festival! The 9-day musical festival plays out in the heart of downtown Chattanooga at the 21st Century Waterfront along the Tennessee River. The award winning celebration attracts approximately 650,000 attendees and features fun activities and performances by over 100 bands playing everything from classic rock to bluegrass.
Go Mocs! The University of Tennessee men and women varsity teams hit the field, court and greens to play their best at football, basketball and golf. What’s a Moc? It’s a mockingbird and the State Bird of Tennessee. Come out and support the collegiate sports – it’s exciting!
Boo! Chattanooga Ghost Tours is your fright night connection to ghostly discoveries, scary tales and a haunting or two. Rain or shine these ghostbusters meet up downtown and take you on a walking tour to see all kinds of ghostly phenomenon. Add a few extra bucks and you’ll get these busters to bring along their high tech ghost detectors.