Explore Chattanooga Summer 2026

ICE CREAM SAFARI: CHATTANOOGA ZOO Visit your favorite animal friends while tasting sweet treats from Ben & Jerry’s, Blue Bell, Mayfield, Dippin’ Dots, The Ice Cream Show and more. You can also watch our animals join in on the fun with their own special frozen treats! Chattanooga Zoo will be closing at 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 13th, to prepare for Ice Cream Safari chattzoo.org Jun 21-22 BESSIE SMITH’S BIG 9 MUSIC FEST Bessie Smith’s Big 9 Music Fest returns Saturday, June 20, from 3PM–10PM on the lawn of the Bessie Smith Cultural Center for an unforgettable day of music, culture, food, and community celebrating the historic Big 9! Enjoy food vendors, local artists, and a full day of entertainment in the heart of Chattanooga’s Big. bessiesmithcc.org/ CHATTANOOGA WATERFRONT TRIATHLON The 44th Annual Chattanooga Waterfront Triathlon is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, 2026, featuring a fast, scenic course in downtown Chattanooga. The event includes Sprint and Olympic distance triathlons, as well as relay options, with a downstream swim in the Tennessee River, starting at Ross’s Landing/Chattanooga Green. trisignup.com/Race/TN/Chattanooga/ ChattanoogaWaterfrontTriathlon festival Jun 28

Choose Optimism Keep the Magic Real! Downtown Chattanooga Chattanooga Merchandise

Open Daily 411 Broad St. Chattanooga, TN 37402 423-326-8297 ligchattanooga.com

WE HAVE FACTORY-FRESH MOONPIES!

Showcasing Chattanooga through its history, landscape, art, and culture.

Knowledgeable guides show you the city with expert historical insights of Chattanooga’s 200-year-old history, unique stories, fun trivia, along with highlights of landmarks & attractions. Tours begin at the Chattanooga Choo Choo located at 1400 Market St. Hop aboard the Chattanooga Trolley for a guided tour of the city!

PRIVATE CHARTERS, PARTIES, WEDDINGS, AND CUSTOM TOURS AVAILABLE!

Book Now! Purchase your tickets online at ScenicCityTours.com or call 423-226-8687.

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