Explore Chattanooga Spring 2025

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CDM! 7pm – 10pm. AMUSE UM, Jr. – Get a taste of our annual adults-only fundraiser with the whole family at AmuseUm Jr.! Families are invited to take a cosmic leap with us and explore the galaxy with a wide variety of STEAM activities. This three-hour event will transform the Museum into a galactic wonderland with fun space exploration for all ages. And each kid will receive an Astronaut in Training kit for continued fun at home. This is an exclusive, ticketed event, and the Museum will be closed to the public for the rest of the day. 10am – 1pm. cdmfun.org/amuseum

March 1 - 31 100 MILLION STEPS IN MARCH – RUBY FALLS You can support the mission of the American Heart Association Go Red for Women in a big way by accepting the challenge to walk 100 million steps at Ruby Falls in March! Come get active by walking the cavern trail to the thundering underground waterfall and sign the event banner to show your participation in the 100 million step goal. Together, we’re taking steps towards healthier hearts and creating amazing memories along the way. Included with Ruby Falls Admission. rubyfalls.com/special-events/100-million-steps-in-march March 1 – April 30 RIVER GALLERY EXHIBITS Visit River Gallery during the months of March and April to experience works by three talented artists: Deneece Harrell (Mar 1 - Apr 30) , Nate Szarmach (Mar 1 - Apr 30), Suster May Grace Thul (Mar 1 – April 30). Special visiting artist demonstrations will be held March 7 and 8, 12-2pm. The River Gallery is located in the Bluff View Art District. river gallery.com/upcoming-exhibits March 1 - 2 10TH ERLANGER CHATTANOOGA MARATHON This 26.2-mile course will provide a great experience for the first-time or experienced marathon runner by providing a safe course with plenty of well stocked aid stations, great spectator support, and an amazing finish line experience. We are proud to showcase Chattanooga with this route that will surely be one to remember! The approximate elevation gain is 1200 feet. The events include a 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon. Celebrate the 10 th anniversary with a bang beginning Feb. 28. chattanoogamarathon.com/event March 1 CREATIVE DISCOVERY MUSEUM – AMUSE UM 2025 A Cosmic Leap celebrates a landmark 30th birthday for Creative Discovery Museum. Join the fun as they celebrate their history of exploration, play, innovation, and creativity and look ahead to a bright future and 30+ more years of

March 4 - May 11 SPRING AT ROCK CITY GARDENS This spring, Rock City bursts to life with music, performances, and blooming gardens. Enjoy early blossoms like forsythia and daffodils then come back as the gardens awaken with native azaleas and rhododendron later in the season. Daily pop-up acts along Legacy Lane feature local talent like Matt Downer and other string musicians. Meet Mossbeard, a towering walking tree by Jerry-the-Mime and enjoy yard games at Hearth Pavilion. seerockcity.com/ seasons-events March - Sept IMAX: CALL OF THE DOLPHINS 3D Plunge beneath the waves with dolphins as they swim, dance, and even play “keep away” in Call of the Dolphins 3D. Meet dedicated researchers and learn about vital dolphin rescue efforts in Cape Cod – all narrated by Academy Award® winner Mary Steenburgen. Coming in May, Elephants: Giants of the Desert 3D will take you to the Namib Desert in Africa to meet a family of

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