From riverfront festivals to mountain hikes, Chattanooga earns its "Scenic City" nickname. Here's what's happening outdoors.
Weekend events with weather notes, parking tips, and links. Free.
Subscribe to Noog Weekly →Renaissance faire at one of Chattanooga's best outdoor venues. Costumes, performances, artisan vendors. Same day as Frazier Festival on Frazier Ave — the North Shore will be full all day.
Annual North Shore street festival. Outdoor vendors, live music, local food. Free entry. Arrive before noon if you want parking.
Outdoor water sports competition along the riverfront. Kayaking, paddleboarding, river activities. Free to watch, participate with registration.
Chattanooga's scenic marathon — crosses seven bridges along the Tennessee River. Multiple race distances. One of the most scenic urban courses in the southeast.
300-acre arboretum with native wildlife, hiking trails, and guided nature walks. Spring wildflower season is peak right now. $12 includes arboretum access.
The region's largest outdoor market. Produce, crafts, food vendors, live music. Covered pavilion — runs rain or shine.
Multiple trail systems including Guild-Hardy, Cravens House, and Sunset Rock. Spring is the best season — wildflowers, moderate temps, and views of the valley before summer haze sets in.
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