2010
Times and dates are subject to change. See individual websites for complete information.
Creative Discovery Museum - Good for You: Healthy Fun on the Run
January 23 through May 16, 2010
www.cdmfun.org
Learn all about healthy foods and exercise with Ginger and her dog, George.
Rock City Shamrock City
March 13 and 14, 2010 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
www.seerockcity.com
Irish celebration with food, music, and more!
Hug a Bunny at the Chattanooga Zoo
April 3, 2010
www.chattzoo.org
See the Zoo's resident bunnies, and enjoy a fun-filled day of games and crafts. The Easter Bunny will also be there.
Southern Belle - Easter Bunny Cruise
April 3, 2010
www.chattanoogariverboat.com
Music, food, and a cruise for kids!
Outdoor Chattanooga's 4th Annual Outdoor Expo and Gear Swap
April 10, 2010
www.outdoorchattanooga.com
This event is for anyone who loves the outdoors. You can buy and sell gear or learn a new activity.
Chattanooga Zoo - Party for the Planet
April 17, 2010
www.chattzoo.org
Celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo.
14th Annual National Cornbread Festival
South Pittsburg, TN
April 24 and 25, 2010
www.nationalcornbread.com
Come enjoy the food, music, and fun just minutes from the Lookout Mountain KOA.
Tennessee Valley Railroad - Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine
April 23, 24, 25 and May 1 and 2, 2010
www.tvrail.com
Enjoy a ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt, live music, storytelling, and much more!
Rock City Earth Dayz
Fridays through Sunday in April, 2010
www.seerockcity.com
Go green during this naturally fun outdoor event.
Southern Belle - Senior Cruises
Second Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (April-September) 2010
www.chattanoogariverboat.com
Join us on this special cruise with food and music for Senior Citizens as we cruise down the lazy Tennessee River.
Rock City Summer Music Weekends
Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays between Memorial Day and Labor Day, 2010
www.seerockcity.com
Enjoy some toe-tapping music with some barbeque at Rock City this summer.
Rock City Raptors - Bird of Prey Shows
Memorial Day through Labor Day, 2010 (Thursday through Sunday)
www.seerockcity.com
See owls, hawks, vultures, and more. Various show times and schedule.
Nightfall Concerts
Friday Nights May through September, 2010
Friday's only - features musical talents from near and far including rock, blues, jazz, reggae, bluegrass and more. Call 423-265-0771 for more information.
23rd Annual 3-State 3-Mountain Bicycle Challenge
May 1, 2010
www.chattbike.com
This is a 100 mile bicycling challenge through three states and over three mountains! Advanced registration required. There is also a 62 mile challenge.
Rock City Southern Blooms Festival
May 7-9
www.seerockcity.com
Garden tours, workshops, and exhibits.
Southern Belle - Mother's Day Cruise
May 9, 2010
www.chattanoogariverboat.com
A 2-hour cruise just for Mom!
U.S. 11 Antique Alley Sale
The weekend after Mothers Day, Thursday thru Sunday
www.us11antiquealley.com
The event extends 502 miles along U.S. Highway 11 from Meridian, Mississippi through Birmingham, Alabama and through towns in Dade County, Georgia, through Chattanooga, Tennessee, and continues on to Bristol, Virginia.
Chattanooga Zoo - Spirits in the Wild
May 15, 2010
www.chattzoo.org
An evening of spirits, food, and music. Come have fun and support the Chattanooga Zoo.
Creative Discovery Museum Birthday
May 29, 2010
www.cdmfun.org
Celebrate the 15th birthday of the museum with cake and ice cream (while it lasts) and design party hats and noisemakers!
Creative Discovery Museum - Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body
May 29 through September 6, 2010
www.cdmfun.org
Explore why your body produces mushy, oozy, crusty, scaly and stinky gunk!
Chattanooga Zoo - Dreamnight
June 4, 2010
www.chattzoo.org
An open house event for special-needs children and their families offering a VIP zoo visit after normal hours.
Riverbend Festival
June 11 through 19, 2010
www.riverbendfestival.com
Enjoy nine days of world class music entertainment including rock, country, urban, and bluegrass along the Tennessee River. Event also includes a Children's Village Area and a fireworks finale. Sure fun for all!
Chattanooga Zoo - Hank's Day
June 19, 2010
www.chattzoo.org
"Who is Hank?" you ask. Only the most famous chimp at the Chattanooga Zoo! Come celebrate his birthday.
Creative Discovery Museum - Red, White, and Blue Days
July 3 & 4, 2010
www.cdmfun.org
Enjoy a picnic under the tent at the Rooftop Fun Factory, make shakers and streamers to use in a patriotic parade followed by bubble wrap "fireworks!
Pops on the River
July 2010 (Dates and Times to be announced)
Free to the public. Enjoy orchestra music and fireworks.
Creative Discovery Museum - Honey Harvest
July 24 and 25, 2010
www.cdmfun.org
Learn about honey bees and how they make honey.
The World's Longest Yard Sale
August 5-8, 2010
www.127sale.com
Stay with us as you find treasures galore along this 654 mile long yard sale spanning from West Unity, Ohio to Gadsden, Alabama.
Trail of Tears Remembrance Motorcycle Ride
Third Saturday in September (September 18, 2010)
www.trailoftears-remembrance.org
This is an annual event that begins in Chattanooga, TN and ends in Florence, AL. Be part of this brotherhood and discover what 90,000 bikers say is "more than a ride, it's an experience."
Rock City's Enchanted Maize
September through October (exact dates and times to be determined.)
www.seerockcity.com
Make your way through a cornfield maze located in the valley below Lover's Leap.
Creative Discovery Museum - Kids Like You, Kids Like Me
September 18 through October 24, 2010
www.cdmfun.org
This exhibit is designed to break down barriers and raise awareness about disabilities.
Chattanooga Zoo - Banana Ball
October 8, 2010
www.chattzoo.org
Come and support the zoo for this annual event.
Prater's Mill Country Fair
2nd weekend in October
www.pratersmill.org
This annual event is held near Dalton, Georgia. There are artists, craftsmen, music, food, and more for the entire family. Only 30 minutes from Chattanooga.
Rock City's Rocktoberfest
Saturdays and Sundays in October through the 25th (11a.m. - 5 p.m.)
www.seerockcity.com
Enjoy German heritage, food, music, dancing and fun.
Southern Belle - Fall Leaf Cruises
October 23 through November 7, 2010
www.chattanoogariverboat.com
Take a 3-hour cruise on the Southern Belle along the Tennessee River and experience the breath taking colors of fall. Includes food and live entertainment.
Forest of Fear
Friday and Saturday Nights in October (2010 schedule to be determined.)
www.seerockcity.com
Come celebrate the Halloween season by scaring yourself and your friends.
Chattanooga Zoo - Boo in the Zoo
October 22, 23, 29, 30, 2010
Dreamnight - Boo in the Zoo October 28, 2010
www.chattzoo.org
Family fun at the zoo this Halloween season. A special Dreamnight Boo in the Zoo to be held for those with special needs.
Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights
November 19, 2010 through January 1, 2011 (6-9 p.m.)
www.seerockcity.com
Visit the annual Enchanted Garden of Lights and see the award-winning displays featuring more than 25 holiday scenes and nearly a million lights.
Southern Belle Thanksgiving Cruise and Thanksgiving on the Pier
November 25, 2010
www.chattanoogariverboat.com
Take a Thanksgiving cruise and enjoy a Thanksgiving feast and music.
Southern Bell Christmas Carol Dinner Cruises
November 26 through December 18, 2010 (Thursday - Sunday)
www.chattanoogariverboat.com
Bring the kids and get photos with Santa. Teach the Grinch the true meaning of Christmas!
North Pole Limited
November and December, 2010
www.tvrail.com
Take a 75 minute trip to the "North Pole" including story telling, light refreshments, and a visit with Santa. Great family fun! Check Tennessee Valley Rail online for trip schedules, as times may vary and change.
Chattanooga Zoo - Holiday Lights
December 9, 10, 11, 17, 18, 2010
Dreamnight Holiday Lights December 16, 2010
www.chattzoo.org
Holiday light displays as you visit the zoo at this very special time of year. Check the Zoo's website for special member's night and pet night.
Creative Discovery Museum - New Years at Noon
December 31, 2010
www.cdmfun.org
How do you celebrate New Years with kids? Come join the fun at the stroke of noon with Father Time.
Southern Belle New Years Eve Gala
December 31, 2010
www.chattanoogariverboat.com
Bring in the New Year with dinner and a champagne toast.
