Nooga Lights Drive Thru Light Show | Soddy Daisy • 12000 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy • Join us weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun) starting November 22nd and nightly starting December 13th for NoogaLights in Soddy-Daisy! Our 2024 drive-thru light show will feature a brand new holiday lighting display featuring state-of-the-art NoogaLights original lighting designs synchronized to music on your FM radio • November 22nd – December 29th • More Info & Tickets Here | $20 Per Vehicle • Sunset – 10:00 pm
Nooga Lights Walk Thru Light Show | Chattanooga Choo Choo • NoogaLights at the Choo Choo will feature a Christmas themed walkable, self-paced light show from November 15th through December 31st. NoogaLights at the Choo Choo will showcase a not-so-traditional light show, featuring an hour’s worth of synchronized music to gardens of themed lighting at the Choo Choo nightly, starting at dusk. • November 15th – December 31st • More Info & Tickets Here | General Admission Adult: $14.50 per person | General Admission Child (3-12): $9.50 per person | Free 3 and under • Sunday – Thursday: Sunset – 10:00 pm & Friday + Saturday: Sunset – 11:00 pm
Chattanooga Zoo • Asian Lantern Festival • The third annual Asian Lantern Festival features an entirely new collection of hand-crafted Asian lanterns that will light up the night every week! Experience over 40 displays showcasing a wide variety of dinosaurs, plant and animal life from the Amazon Rainforest, and other immersive and interactive lanterns that flash, move, glow, smoke and more • Please note that indoor exhibits will be closed and most resident Zoo animals will not be visible
Over 40 unique lantern displays featuring dinosaurs, rainforest animals, and a wide variety of other decorations
Dynamic and immersive lanterns that move, expel fog, change color, flash, shimmer and more
Interactive displays and games that encourage touching, swinging, stomping and playing
Tour the Zoo at night
Exclusive gift shop items including glow-in-the-dark shirts, dinosaur and panda stuffed animals, glowing toys, souvenir cups and more
November 30 at 6:00 and 7:30 pm under the pavilion: Watch the fascinating, interactive beauty of a traditional Chinese Lion Dance! The Chien Hong School of Kung Fu, located in Atlanta and headquartered in Taiwan, will perform a rhythmic dance that dates back thousands of years and is a symbol of good luck and prosperity. The dance includes drums, ancient weapons, multiple styles of kung fu and a large lion costume.
December 13, 14, 20, and 21: Get your picture with Santa Claus, FREE with event admission! Make sure to bring your own camera to capture this precious holiday memory. Santa will be in the Education Building until 8 p.m. each night.
More Info & Tickets Here• Wednesdays – Sundays from November 26th – January 19th | 5:30 – 9:30 pm
Ice on the Landing • First Horizon Pavilion : Enjoy open air ice skating under a protected cover • This classic winter tradition is fun for all ages during the holiday season in our bustling Southside! • Open November 24th – February 2nd •
Holiday Hours: November 27th: 10:00 – 11:00 pm | Thanksgiving: 10:00 – 11:00 pm | Black Friday: 10:00 – 11:00 pm | Christmas Eve: 3:00 – 9:00 pm | Christmas Day: 3:00 – 10:00 pm | New Year’s Eve: 10:00 – 9:30 pm | Rink In the New Year Skate Session 10:00 – 12:30 am | New Year’s Day: 10:00 – 11:00 pm • MLKing Day: 10:00 – 8:00 pm •Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, & MLKing Day holiday pricing Adults $16.50 / Children 12 & under $14.50
Rates: Adults $14 Every Day • $12.00 Children (12 and under) Every Day • Skating fees include skate rentals (price remains the same if you provide your own skates) | (60 minute skate sessions)
Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights • Warm your heart during Chattanooga’s most enchanted holiday celebration. Experience Rock City Gardens as a nighttime winter wonderland. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season amidst the unparalleled natural beauty of this enchanted place. This uniquely festive light experience has become a beloved holiday tradition and is not to be missed during this anniversary event. Journey down the all new Christmas tree walk to visit Santa at Carter Cliffs, the original home of Rock City’s founders, decorate your own GingerGnome cookie, and experience the enchantment of a winter celebration like no other – all after dark. Don’t miss creating holiday memories with your family and friends as we celebrate 30 years of magic, moments and memories during Rock City Gardens Enchanted Garden of Lights! • All guests must reserve an entry time in advance online. Tickets cannot be purchased upon arrival at the ticket desk. Annual Passholders and Legacy Gem Members do NOT need reservations and can attend Enchanted Garden of Lights even on sold out nights! • All guests must reserve an entry time in advance online. Tickets cannot be purchased upon arrival at the ticket desk. Annual Passholders and Legacy Gem Members do NOT need reservations and can attend Enchanted Garden of Lights even on sold out nights! • Nightly Starting November 15th – January 4th • Closed Christmas Eve • 4:00 – 10:30 pm & Extended to 11:30 pm on Peak Nights • Regular Night Admission: Adults: $31 | Children (ages 3-12): $21 • Peak Night Admission: Adults: $35 | Children (ages 3-12): $25 • More Info & Tickets Here
Tennessee Aquarium “Holiday Under the Peaks” • Celebrate the season with a holiday visit to the Tennessee Aquarium! •A festive adventure through a fun-filled underwater wonderland begins with holiday music and decor in the River Journey lobby. Look for seasonal surprises throughout your tour – including a light-bedecked tree twinkling in sync with the jolly jolts of an Electric Eel! • Back for 2024 – Look for SCUBA Claus diving in the River Journey building on weekends in December! • November 29 – December 29th • Closed Christmas Day • More Info & Tickets Here
Festive Forest • Miller Park • Festive Forest is back! BBB, EPB, Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors, and BCBS of TN are partnering again to bring our community our 2nd Annual Festive Forest! • We’ll light up Miller Park between November 27th and New Year’s with more than 70 trees that have been sponsored and decorated by trustworthy companies, non-profits and community organizations. Thousands enjoyed our inaugural event, and we hope you’ll visit this year’s Festive Forest and enjoy our creative and festive trees. Our event goes live on Wednesday, November 27th at 5:00 pm to coincide with the unveiling of EPB’s holiday windows
EPB Holiday Windows • A Chattanooga holiday tradition since the World War II era, EPB is set to unveil their Holiday Windows just before Thanksgiving Day • EPB is located at 10 West M.L.K. Boulevard in Chattanooga • EPB employees and STEM School Chattanooga students worked on creating this year’s display, which will be unveiled on Wednesday, November 27, one day before Thanksgiving • The windows will be open for public viewing Thanksgiving Day through TBA • Visitors can park in EPB’s downtown garage, nearby lots or on-street, metered parking • Unveiled November 27th – January TBA
No Hard Feelings | Miracle On Broad Street • Christmas Pop Up Bar • The Ultimate Decorated Christmas Bar • Plenty of New & Holiday Oriented Drinks & Cocktails • Open Now
Bless Yer Heart | Sippin’ Santa • The Ultimate Decorated Christmas Bar • Plenty of New & Holiday Oriented Drinks & Cocktails • Starts November 20th – NYE
Massey’s Kitchen • Lookout Mountain Farmers Holiday Market • Meet us on the mountain to enjoy local flavors, show your love for the community, and support local vendors – featuring NEW vendors, churros and chocolate, spiked cider, new holiday items and so much more! • 11:30 – 3:00 pm
Chattanooga’s Northshore | Merry Market • Kick off the holiday season with a weekend of festive fun, shopping, and community spirit at Merry Market in beautiful Northshore Chattanooga! Stroll through our charming neighborhood, discover unique gifts from local shops, and savor season treats as you soak up the magic of the holidays • What to Expect: One-of-a-kind holiday gifts from local shops | • Festive decor and twinkling lights | • 3 Mini Markets of local makers and artists (at Four Bridges Outfitters, Chalk Alley, and Asheville Dispensary) • Bring your friends and family to experience the heart of Northshore and support small businesses this season. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Merry Market •
Dirty Jane’s Antiques • Holiday Open House • We’ll have door prizes, refreshments, and more vintage Christmas than you can imagine! Come join us for a fun filled weekend! • 10:00 – 6:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Christkindlmarkt | Mountain Arts Community Center (MACC)• Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland that will leave you spellbound. The grounds will be covered with twinkling lights guiding your way through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles and other German/ European inspired decorations will most certainly make you smile. Oh, and let’s not forget about the famous gluhwein and other amazing foods, drinks and treats! • 10:00 – 7:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Chattanooga Christmas Village Holiday Market | Camp Jordan Park• Join us for the 3rd annual Christmas Village Holiday Market INSIDE the Camp Jordan Arena! Beat the Black Friday rush and shop over 140 vendors just in time for the holidays! • FREE pictures with Santa & The Grinch | Admission $5 per person, kids 10 & under FREE | Enter to win a family four-pack of Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas tickets • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
Charlotte Grace Events & Promotions • Santa’s Christmas Village Market | Catoosa Colonnade • Join us for a wonderful Christmas event shopping one of the largest Indoor/ Outdoor Christmas village vendor events in the area. Get some Christmas shopping done with over 100 local vendors and Food Trucks. Enjoy inflatables, a petting zoo, FREE photos with Santa and so much more during this Holiday fun • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
The Chattery • Make Your Own Handmade Holiday Greeting Cards • This workshop will blend various art techniques, including collage art, paper weaving, painting, and drawing, to create unique and heartfelt holiday cards. Celebrate the season by creating handmade cards that will let someone special know you are thinking about them. Throughout the creation time, Kerri will facilitate an open discussion on the significance of the colors red, green, and blue during the holidays • More Info & Register Here • 12:30 pm
The Chattery • Dot Mandala Ornament Making • Join our Mandala Art class, led by the talented Kavita, where you’ll immerse yourself in the soothing and symbolic practice of mandala-making. This class will guide you through the history and significance of mandalas while teaching you techniques to create your own intricate and mesmerizing designs. Under Kavita’s expert guidance, you’ll craft unique dot mandala ornaments, using vibrant paints and precise dotting techniques. As you design your ornament, you’ll cultivate mindfulness, enhance creativity, and embrace self-expression. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this class offers a welcoming space to explore the joy and peace that comes with mandala creation • More Info & Register Here • 3:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Christkindlmarkt | Mountain Arts Community Center (MACC) • Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland that will leave you spellbound. The grounds will be covered with twinkling lights guiding your way through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles and other German/ European inspired decorations will most certainly make you smile. Oh, and let’s not forget about the famous gluhwein and other amazing foods, drinks and treats! • 11:00 – 6:00 pm
Chattanooga’s Northshore | Merry Market • Kick off the holiday season with a weekend of festive fun, shopping, and community spirit at Merry Market in beautiful Northshore Chattanooga! Stroll through our charming neighborhood, discover unique gifts from local shops, and savor season treats as you soak up the magic of the holidays • What to Expect: One-of-a-kind holiday gifts from local shops | • Festive decor and twinkling lights | • 3 Mini Markets of local makers and artists (at Four Bridges Outfitters, Chalk Alley, and Asheville Dispensary) • Bring your friends and family to experience the heart of Northshore and support small businesses this season. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Merry Market •
Dirty Jane’s Antiques • Holiday Open House • We’ll have door prizes, refreshments, and more vintage Christmas than you can imagine! Come join us for a fun filled weekend! • 10:00 – 6:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Chattanooga Christmas Village Holiday Market | Camp Jordan Park• Join us for the 3rd annual Christmas Village Holiday Market INSIDE the Camp Jordan Arena! Beat the Black Friday rush and shop over 140 vendors just in time for the holidays! • FREE pictures with Santa & The Grinch | Admission $5 per person, kids 10 & under FREE | Enter to win a family four-pack of Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas tickets • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
The Chattery • Home For The Holidays: Navigating Family Conflict • Join us for a chance to share the rough ones and open ourselves to new approaches. We will leave with ideas, possibilities, and a new outlook on the upcoming holidays. This will occur in a space that offers skills to hone our closest relationships. Restorative practices offer us ways to show up well for the holidays • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Chattery • Create Your Own Christmas Tree Hat Gnome • Look no further than this charming gnome, complete with a festive Christmas tree hat! Standing 12 inches tall, this gnome is guaranteed to bring holiday cheer and smiles all around. Join artist Katheryn Hande for a fun-filled workshop where you’ll craft your very own Christmas Tree Hat Gnome. No matter your skill level, this project is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyone • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Shop On Main • Christmas Open House • Get ready to jingle all the way to our 4th Annual Christmas Open House! • Join us for a festive evening filled with: A visit from Santa | Delicious refreshments | Stunning permanent jewelry | A fun hat bar | Botox | Unique shopping finds | And so much more • Kick off the Holiday Shopping season with us and make magical memories. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! • 4:00 – 8:00 pm
The Chattery • Create Your Own Watercolor Holiday Cards • Join artist Katheryn Hande for a creative experience as you design and hand-paint your own set of 5 watercolor holiday cards! Perfect for sharing with friends and family, these one-of-a-kind cards will be cherished keepsakes. In this hands-on workshop, Katheryn will guide you step by step to create these 5 festive images. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, you’ll leave with a beautiful set of cards you’ll be proud to send out this holiday season • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Chattery • Cocktails for Holiday Gatherings • Batching your cocktails beforehand is the way to overcome this and still have great tasting drinks for your guests. This class will walk you through three batched cocktail recipes (yes, samples are provided!) that are easy to prepare and will elevate your holiday gathering while allowing you to focus on enjoying time with those around you • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Christkindlmarkt | Coolidge Park • Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland that will leave you spellbound. The grounds will be covered with twinkling lights guiding your way through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles and other German/ European inspired decorations will most certainly make you smile. Oh, and let’s not forget about the famous gluhwein and other amazing foods, drinks and treats! • 10:00 – 7:00 pm
Charlotte Grace Events & Promotions • Holiday on Hamill | 2929 Hamill Rd. Hixson • A Christmas Event to remember with over 150 vendors to shop from, Food Trucks to indulge in and family activities to make memories with. FREE PHOTOS WITH SANTA, INFLATABLES, PETTING ZOO & SO MUCH MORE! • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Merry Grinchmas Market | The Colonnade• Join us for the Merry Grinchmas Market at the Catoosa Colonnade Event Center! This exciting event will have over 100 vendors to shop, food trucks, FREE pictures with Santa, the Grinch, & Cindy Lou Who! • $5 admission, kids 10 & under FREE | FREE PARKING • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
The Chattery • Trim the Tree: 3-D Mixed Media Christmas Ornaments • First, we will make fun Christmas themed items out of polymer clay (no experience needed!). After we stick them in the toaster oven to harden, we will move on to painting backgrounds on our ornaments. Then the fun really begins. We will paint our clay pieces, add them to our ornaments and by the end of class you will have 2 ornaments you can take home. Just bring yourself. The ornaments will be tree-ready by the end of the evening! Sign up for this class where you’re sure to catch the holiday spirit • More Info & Register Here • 10:00 am
Shop the Market at Presents: Christkindlmarkt | Coolidge Park • Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland that will leave you spellbound. The grounds will be covered with twinkling lights guiding your way through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles and other German/ European inspired decorations will most certainly make you smile. Oh, and let’s not forget about the famous gluhwein and other amazing foods, drinks and treats! • 11:00 – 6:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Merry Grinchmas Market | The Colonnade• Join us for the Merry Grinchmas Market at the Catoosa Colonnade Event Center! This exciting event will have over 100 vendors to shop, food trucks, FREE pictures with Santa, the Grinch, & Cindy Lou Who! • $5 admission, kids 10 & under FREE | FREE PARKING • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
The Read House • Holiday Jubilee • Join us for an evening of merriment and festivities at our Holiday Jubilee! Enjoy live entertainment, a complimentary Hot Chocolate & Cider & Cookie stations, pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus and much more! • This event is free and no tickets are required | Please bring your own camera for photos with Santa • Elf Workshop at the Jubilee | In the Green Room | Kids receive craft bag filled with holiday craft kits. | $15 plus tax per kid and tickets are sold at the front desk (or included in the Elf Tuck-in Package) parent must stay with children • 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Holiday Market| Presented by The Chattery • Parkside Hall • Hosted on Small Business Saturday, The Chattery and Parkside Hall are teaming up to present a fun holiday market! • In addition to 30+ vendors, we alsohave: DJ MCPRO to set the vibes | mimosas & sparkling water for purchase | a tree farm from America’s Garden • Vendors include: A Piece of Cloud 9 | Appalachia Lesbian | Art by Young Kris | Bird Fork Farm | byRKP | Cassette Skate Shop | Clamberskull Coffee | Convenient Cocktail Co. | Divine Purity Aurapothecary | Elena Johnson Art & Drawing | Fusion Threads Collective | Gustogustoart | Hayley Sawyer | Heidi & Diane | Hello Laura Made | Intuitive Empowerment / The Cauldron | Kait Makes | Koko’s Kitchen | lissie ceramics | Mandala Art By Kavita | Mini Kitty Designs | N’nako Kandé as Nakivoire | Nonni’s Empandas | Nooga Honey Pot | Of Rosemary & Rue | Open Face Sandwich Ceramics | Pairé Charm Bar | Priscilla Paints | Quirky Diva Thrift | Reignbow Baking Company | Sali’s Creations | Slater The Creator | Sol Rejuvenated | The August Sisters | The Happy Thistle Apothecary & General Store |Thistle + Thorn ClayCo • 10:00 – 2:00 pm
The Read House • Breakfast with Santa • Join Santa & Mrs. Claus for breakfast in the Silver Ballroom before they start their final countdown in preparation for Christmas! This one seating event will offer a delicious breakfast spread any kid will love and allow photo ops with Santa & Mrs. Claus as they mingle with both young and old • Event Highlights: Breakfast and Photo Opportunities with Santa & Mrs. Claus | Breakfast Seating: 9:00 – 10:30 am • Adults $35++ | Children 10 & Under: $25++ | Children 1 & Under: Free • Get Tickets Here • 9:00 – 10:30 am
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Gingerbread Houses • Make that dream come true! Our chef instructor will share some of the secrets to making and baking your own gingerbread. Also, we will master royal icing to use as the “glue”. Lastly, you will take everything that you have made and turn it into a unique masterpiece to call your very own! Each child will have a finished gingerbread house to take home! • More Info & Register Here • 9:00 am
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Gingerbread Houses • Make that dream come true! Our chef instructor will share some of the secrets to making and baking your own gingerbread. Also, we will master royal icing to use as the “glue”. Lastly, you will take everything that you have made and turn it into a unique masterpiece to call your very own! Each child will have a finished gingerbread house to take home! • More Info & Register Here • 2:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Chattery • Create Your Own Vintage Christmas Diorama Ornament • Join artist Katheryn Hande and create TWO of your own miniature winter wonderlands, filled with whimsical Santa scenes, cozy cottages, and dazzling Christmas trees—all inside a charming ornament that’s ready to hang on your tree. You’ll have a large assortment of retro- inspired materials to create your own piece that looks like it was plucked straight from your grandparents’ attic. Tiny cars, trees, presents, deer, ornaments, candy, beads, ribbons, glitter, fake snow, snow flakes, Santas, baubles, tinsel… you name it! • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Chattery • Craft Your Own Miniature Christmas Tree Display • Various color trees and trimmings will be available for you to create your one-of-a-kind decorated tree and scene. An assortment of decor pieces will be available to compliment your decorated tree. Don’t forget the cookies for Santa with a plate full of tiny treats to complete your wee slice of merry cheer • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Read House • Breakfast with Santa • Join Santa & Mrs. Claus for breakfast in the Silver Ballroom before they start their final countdown in preparation for Christmas! This one seating event will offer a delicious breakfast spread any kid will love and allow photo ops with Santa & Mrs. Claus as they mingle with both young and old • Event Highlights: Breakfast and Photo Opportunities with Santa & Mrs. Claus | Breakfast Seating: 9:00 – 10:30 am • Adults $35++ | Children 10 & Under: $25++ | Children 1 & Under: Free • Get Tickets Here • 9:00 – 10:30 am
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Chattanooga Market • Holiday Market | Chattanooga Convention Center • Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family! • Enjoy live holiday music performances daily: Sweet Georgia Sound at 12:30 pm • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Mistletoe Market | Bradley Square Mall• Join us for the 8th annual Mistletoe Market INDOORS at Bradley Square Mall • This exciting event will have over 175 vendors to shop, pictures with Santa & the Grinch, baby sloth, baby monkey, and baby kangaroo encounters, food, and more! Sponsored by Mix 104.1 WCLE • FREE ADMISSION + FREE PARKING • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
The Chattanooga Market • Holiday Market | Chattanooga Convention Center • Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family! • Enjoy live holiday music performances daily: Courtney Holder at 12:30 pm & Jennifer Daniels with Jeff Neal at 2:00 pm • 11:00 – 5:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Mistletoe Market | Bradley Square Mall• Join us for the 8th annual Mistletoe Market INDOORS at Bradley Square Mall • This exciting event will have over 175 vendors to shop, pictures with Santa & the Grinch, baby sloth, baby monkey, and baby kangaroo encounters, food, and more! Sponsored by Mix 104.1 WCLE • FREE ADMISSION + FREE PARKING • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Chattery • Make Your Own Ceramic Snowman with Scenic City Clay Arts • Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this hands-on workshop will guide you through sculpting and decorating your snowman, perfect for holiday décor or gift-giving. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity! You will pick your glaze color for SCCA to take your pieces back to the studio to finish. Pieces will be available for pick up 6-8 weeks after the class. SCCA will contact participants directly to coordinate pick up • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Holiday Yeast Breads: Stollen & Christmas Star • I’m so excited about offering this class! Do you love making bread or just want to learn more about yeast breads? We will learn, laugh, and bake together! There is absolute joy in baking for your family during the holidays. What better way than to bake at our Classroom, we’ll do the cleaning and dishes for you! • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Buddy’s Holiday Workshop Extravaganza • Son of a nutcracker, this is going to be fun. Join us for an unforgettable 21+ night of festive fun at Buddy’s Holiday Workshop Extravaganza! Inspired by the holiday magic of Elf, this evening promises playful activities, holiday treats, and plenty of laughter. Meet Buddy himself, hang out in the toy workshop and enjoy our Mail Room Whiskey tasting (Syrup in coffee?? Why didn’t I think of that????) • Run of events: Sock Skating at “Rockefeller Plaza” in the Atrium | Toy Building Workshop in Make It | Gingerbread Cookie Decorating in Spark Central | Elf Training Relay Race in the Atrium | Christmas Karaoke: “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!” • Don’t be a cotton headed ninny-muggins. Gather your friends, don your holiday best, and get ready for a night of festive cheer! • Tickets: $35 per person | Includes 1 drink ticket, light fare, souvenir cup, and access to all activities • More Info & Tickets Here • 7:00 -10:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • CHA Ballet’s The Nutcracker • Southeastern Trust proudly presents Chattanooga Ballet’s enchanting performance of The Nutcracker, featuring the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera playing live and over 200 students from Chattanooga Ballet’s School. Join young Clara at her parents’ festive holiday party, where she receives a magical Nutcracker doll from her godfather, Drosselmeyer. This gift sparks a fantastical adventure, transporting Clara from the battlefield with the Rat King to the enchanting Land of Snow and the dazzling Land of Sweets. Marvel at the dolls that spring to life, and be captivated by the swirling snowflakes on stage. Feel the excitement as children dance at the holiday gathering, the tension as the Nutcracker faces the Rat King, and the delight as the sweet treats come together to honor their young heroine. This timeless tale of courage and wonder is perfect for the whole family. Chattanooga Ballet invites you to celebrate the season with Chattanooga’s most cherished holiday tradition, The Nutcracker! • Get Tickets Here • 7:30 pm
Barking Legs Theater • The Seed Theatre presents: Julie: The Queer Who Saved Christmas • “Julie, The Queer that Saved Christmas” tells the powerful and heartwarming tale of a family navigating the complexities of acceptance and understanding when they are finally reunited with their adult child, Tiffany, who came out as transgender several years ago. As the story unfolds, we meet an average family—a seemingly idyllic unit preparing for their annual Christmas gathering at Grandma Julie’s house. However, beneath the festive cheer, there’s an underlying tension. Tiffany, who was once known as Marcus, grapples with the immense courage it takes to share their authentic identity with their loved ones. With emotions running high, the family members each process this change differently. Some struggle to come to terms, facing their own prejudices, misunderstandings, and fears. There’s a clash between the desire to hold on to familiar expectations and the need to embrace Tiffany’s truth and unconditional love • More Info & Tickets Here • 7:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Walker Theatre • The JOHNNYSWIM Christmas Show • JOHNNYSWIM, composed of the magnetic duo Abner Ramirez and Amanda Sudano Ramirez, effortlessly enthralls audiences with their heartfelt melodies, intertwining personal experiences and imaginative tales. Their music is a vibrant tapestry woven with memories, emotions, and dreams, blending singer-songwriter tradition with Alternative flair, Rock vigor, and Pop ambition. Through extensive touring, they’ve cultivated a devoted fanbase worldwide, connecting deeply with listeners on a personal level • Get Tickets Here • 7:30 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • CHA Ballet’s The Nutcracker • Southeastern Trust proudly presents Chattanooga Ballet’s enchanting performance of The Nutcracker, featuring the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera playing live and over 200 students from Chattanooga Ballet’s School. Join young Clara at her parents’ festive holiday party, where she receives a magical Nutcracker doll from her godfather, Drosselmeyer. This gift sparks a fantastical adventure, transporting Clara from the battlefield with the Rat King to the enchanting Land of Snow and the dazzling Land of Sweets. Marvel at the dolls that spring to life, and be captivated by the swirling snowflakes on stage. Feel the excitement as children dance at the holiday gathering, the tension as the Nutcracker faces the Rat King, and the delight as the sweet treats come together to honor their young heroine. This timeless tale of courage and wonder is perfect for the whole family. Chattanooga Ballet invites you to celebrate the season with Chattanooga’s most cherished holiday tradition, The Nutcracker! • Get Tickets Here • 2:00 & 7:30 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Preschool Adventure- Let it Snow! • This winter-themed adventure is all about fun and learning through the magic of snow! Our Let It Snow Preschool Adventure offers hands-on activities designed to spark imagination, cooperation, creativity, and build early skills in math, language, and motor skills. Join us in the Atrium, where our youngest guests and their families can explore, play, and learn together! • Activities include: Winter Express – Help our toy trains make their way through a snowy village! | Snow Painting – Use homemade puffy paint to create your own snowy masterpiece | Winter Wear – Match the mittens and decorate them with colorful markers, stamps, or stickers • More Info & Tickets Here • 10:00 – Noon
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Barking Legs Theater • The Seed Theatre presents: Julie: The Queer Who Saved Christmas • “Julie, The Queer that Saved Christmas” tells the powerful and heartwarming tale of a family navigating the complexities of acceptance and understanding when they are finally reunited with their adult child, Tiffany, who came out as transgender several years ago. As the story unfolds, we meet an average family—a seemingly idyllic unit preparing for their annual Christmas gathering at Grandma Julie’s house. However, beneath the festive cheer, there’s an underlying tension. Tiffany, who was once known as Marcus, grapples with the immense courage it takes to share their authentic identity with their loved ones. With emotions running high, the family members each process this change differently. Some struggle to come to terms, facing their own prejudices, misunderstandings, and fears. There’s a clash between the desire to hold on to familiar expectations and the need to embrace Tiffany’s truth and unconditional love • More Info & Tickets Here • 2:00 & 7:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Christmas in the Country | Old McDonald Farm • Experience the enchantment of “Christmas in the Country at McDonald Farm” • Join us for a magical day filled with festive activities, including shopping at the market for homemade art, crafts, food, and treats. Twinkling lights, carolers, and a cozy atmosphere make it a cherished holiday experience for all. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the season in a truly special way! • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: A Very Merry Christmas | The Collegedale Commons • Embrace the festive spirit at “A Very Merry Christmas Market” at The Commons in Collegedale • Explore a winter wonderland with charming booths offering a dazzling array of arts , crafts , seasonal treats , and locally sourced goods . This market is your one-stop-shop for all your holiday shopping needs. From handcrafted ornaments to unique artisanal gifts, find the perfect treasures to make your holiday unforgettable • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
The Chattanooga Market • Holiday Market | Chattanooga Convention Center • Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family! • Enjoy live holiday music performances daily: Silverdale Baptist Academy High School Choir at 10:30 am & Sweet Georgia Sound at 12:30 pm • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Christmas Sugar Cookies • You and your child will learn how to roll sugar cookie dough, cut out cookies, make icing, glazing, and using a piping bag to make beautifully decorated cookies. This class will also include coloring icing, sprinkles, and candy decorations. The most delicious part……..you get to taste and take home all of your cookie creations! • More Info & Register Here • 9:00 am
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Christmas Sugar Cookies • You and your child will learn how to roll sugar cookie dough, cut out cookies, make icing, glazing, and using a piping bag to make beautifully decorated cookies. This class will also include coloring icing, sprinkles, and candy decorations. The most delicious part……..you get to taste and take home all of your cookie creations! • More Info & Register Here • 1:30 pm
The Chattanooga Market • Holiday Market | Chattanooga Convention Center • Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family! • Today: Lodge Iron Cookoff | The Lodge Cast Iron Cook-Off is an exciting live cooking demonstration/competition where local Chefs are invited to show off their skills — utilizing Lodge Cast Iron products! They’ll demonstrate (in front of our live audience) how fun and easy it is to incorporate Lodge Cast Iron products into your home cooking. And best yet, you’ll be able to purchase this latest line from Lodge at the Holiday Market during this special event • 11:00 – 5:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • CHA Ballet’s The Nutcracker • Southeastern Trust proudly presents Chattanooga Ballet’s enchanting performance of The Nutcracker, featuring the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera playing live and over 200 students from Chattanooga Ballet’s School. Join young Clara at her parents’ festive holiday party, where she receives a magical Nutcracker doll from her godfather, Drosselmeyer. This gift sparks a fantastical adventure, transporting Clara from the battlefield with the Rat King to the enchanting Land of Snow and the dazzling Land of Sweets. Marvel at the dolls that spring to life, and be captivated by the swirling snowflakes on stage. Feel the excitement as children dance at the holiday gathering, the tension as the Nutcracker faces the Rat King, and the delight as the sweet treats come together to honor their young heroine. This timeless tale of courage and wonder is perfect for the whole family. Chattanooga Ballet invites you to celebrate the season with Chattanooga’s most cherished holiday tradition, The Nutcracker! • Get Tickets Here • 2:00 pm
The Chattery • Tools for the Holidays • The holiday season is meant to be one of the most joyful and fulfilling times of the year, yet so often it’s one of the most stressful and challenging. In this workshop you’re going to gain practical skills that help you more successfully navigate those relational landmines that so often cause frustration and unnecessary problems during the holidays • More Info & Register Here • 4:30 pm
The Chattery • Winter Chapel Acrylic Painting • This class is great whether you are a beginner or an advanced painter – all levels are welcome. Using acrylics, we will work our way through this painting step-by-step. You will leave with a ready to hang painting just in time for the holidays. The best part is this will be something you can leave up the entire winter • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Christmas Cookies & Fancy Treats • Are you looking for deliciously fun new ideas for your holiday cookies and treats? Enjoy an evening filled with learning, baking, and tasting!! Our Pastry Chef has created this class to spark baking creativity. Everything you make in class you can taste and take home to enjoy with your family and friends • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Massey’s Kitchen • Lookout Mountain Farmers Holiday Market • Meet us on the mountain to enjoy local flavors, show your love for the community, and support local vendors – featuring NEW vendors, churros and chocolate, spiked cider, new holiday items and so much more! • 10:30 – 2:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • Chattanooga Symphony presents Home for the Holidays • One of Chattanooga’s most treasured holiday events, Home for the Holidays is the perfect seasonal celebration for the whole family! The CSO is joined by the CSO Chorus, a variety of community groups, and even the big man himself! Be sure to arrive early to have your picture taken with Santa and put your letter to the North Pole in our special post box • Get Tickets Here • 7:30 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Last Minute Market | The Collegedale Commons • Don’t miss the Last Minute Market at Collegedale Commons • Join us for a Christmas shopping extravaganza with a wide array of gifts and goodies to satisfy every shopper’s needs. Explore festive stalls adorned with twinkling lights and garlands, showcasing handmade treasures from local artisans. From charming home decor to delicious gourmet treats, find something for everyone on your list. With live music, delicious food trucks, and the cheerful buzz of holiday cheer, it’s the perfect way to wrap up your holiday preparations in style • 2:00 – 7:00 pm
The Chattery • Watercolor 102: Whimsical Watercolor for Beginners • In this class we will walk step by step to create our own watercolor paintings we can take home to enjoy! The instructor will have a drawn out template prepared of a simple illustration (example is the photo shown), you can choose to sketch it yourself or trace the template. We will paint together using basic watercolor techniques working step by step, finishing with an ink pen to add detail. Everyone will have a finished piece to take home • More Info & Register Here • 3:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Gingerbread Houses • Make that dream come true! Our chef instructor will share some of the secrets to making and baking your own gingerbread. Also, we will master royal icing to use as the “glue”. Lastly, you will take everything that you have made and turn it into a unique masterpiece to call your very own! Each child will have a finished gingerbread house to take home! • More Info & Register Here • 9:00 am
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Gingerbread Houses • Make that dream come true! Our chef instructor will share some of the secrets to making and baking your own gingerbread. Also, we will master royal icing to use as the “glue”. Lastly, you will take everything that you have made and turn it into a unique masterpiece to call your very own! Each child will have a finished gingerbread house to take home! • More Info & Register Here • 2:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • Chattanooga Symphony presents Home for the Holidays • One of Chattanooga’s most treasured holiday events, Home for the Holidays is the perfect seasonal celebration for the whole family! The CSO is joined by the CSO Chorus, a variety of community groups, and even the big man himself! Be sure to arrive early to have your picture taken with Santa and put your letter to the North Pole in our special post box • Get Tickets Here • 3:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Walker Theatre • Christmas With C.S. Lewis • In the early years of his young adult life C S Lewis believed the story of Christ’s birth was nothing more than feel-good myth. That all changed after a particular encounter with his great friend and fellow author, J R R Tolkien. Although both men loved mythology in general, Tolkien was convinced that the Jesus myth was the one true myth. That was the start of Lewis’ journey from Atheism to Christianity. From that point on Christmas, for Lewis, took on an entirely different meaning • Get Tickets Here • 3:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet! • Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet! to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages • Get Tickets Here • Noon & 4:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Outdoor Chattanooga • Did You Get a New Bike For Christmas? Learn to Ride a Bike: Holiday Edition • Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and balance drills that are designed to help beginner riders of all ages progress at their own speed and ability. • Outdoor Chattanooga staff utilize curriculum outlined by League of American Bicyclists: ABC quick check | Balance, starting, stopping and pedaling | Bicycle fit and seating position | How gears and brakes work | Types of bicycles | Parts of the bicycle as basic | Maintenance | Helmet fit and safety checks | Rules for sidewalk, greenway and beginner road riding | Roadway signage and hand signaling • More Info & Register Here • 10:30 & 12:30 pm
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Christmas | Chattanooga 2024
Christmas
Chattanooga 2024
Updated: November 16th | 7:00 am
Nooga Lights Drive Thru Light Show | Soddy Daisy • 12000 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy • Join us weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun) starting November 22nd and nightly starting December 13th for NoogaLights in Soddy-Daisy! Our 2024 drive-thru light show will feature a brand new holiday lighting display featuring state-of-the-art NoogaLights original lighting designs synchronized to music on your FM radio • November 22nd – December 29th • More Info & Tickets Here | $20 Per Vehicle • Sunset – 10:00 pm
Nooga Lights Walk Thru Light Show | Chattanooga Choo Choo • NoogaLights at the Choo Choo will feature a Christmas themed walkable, self-paced light show from November 15th through December 31st. NoogaLights at the Choo Choo will showcase a not-so-traditional light show, featuring an hour’s worth of synchronized music to gardens of themed lighting at the Choo Choo nightly, starting at dusk. • November 15th – December 31st • More Info & Tickets Here | General Admission Adult: $14.50 per person | General Admission Child (3-12): $9.50 per person | Free 3 and under • Sunday – Thursday: Sunset – 10:00 pm & Friday + Saturday: Sunset – 11:00 pm
Chattanooga Zoo • Asian Lantern Festival • The third annual Asian Lantern Festival features an entirely new collection of hand-crafted Asian lanterns that will light up the night every week! Experience over 40 displays showcasing a wide variety of dinosaurs, plant and animal life from the Amazon Rainforest, and other immersive and interactive lanterns that flash, move, glow, smoke and more • Please note that indoor exhibits will be closed and most resident Zoo animals will not be visible
Ice on the Landing • First Horizon Pavilion : Enjoy open air ice skating under a protected cover • This classic winter tradition is fun for all ages during the holiday season in our bustling Southside! • Open November 24th – February 2nd •
November 24 – December 8 | Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 2:00 – 9:00 pm • Friday: 2:00 – 11:00 pm • Saturday: 10:00 – 11:00 pm • Sunday: Noon – 9:00 pm
Winter Break Hours (December 19th – January 7th) Monday – Saturday: 10:00 – 11:00 pm • Sunday: 11:00 – 9:00 pm
Holiday Hours: November 27th: 10:00 – 11:00 pm | Thanksgiving: 10:00 – 11:00 pm | Black Friday: 10:00 – 11:00 pm | Christmas Eve: 3:00 – 9:00 pm | Christmas Day: 3:00 – 10:00 pm | New Year’s Eve: 10:00 – 9:30 pm | Rink In the New Year Skate Session 10:00 – 12:30 am | New Year’s Day: 10:00 – 11:00 pm • MLKing Day: 10:00 – 8:00 pm •Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, & MLKing Day holiday pricing Adults $16.50 / Children 12 & under $14.50
Rates: Adults $14 Every Day • $12.00 Children (12 and under) Every Day • Skating fees include skate rentals (price remains the same if you provide your own skates) | (60 minute skate sessions)
More Info & Get Tickets Here
Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights • Warm your heart during Chattanooga’s most enchanted holiday celebration. Experience Rock City Gardens as a nighttime winter wonderland. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season amidst the unparalleled natural beauty of this enchanted place. This uniquely festive light experience has become a beloved holiday tradition and is not to be missed during this anniversary event. Journey down the all new Christmas tree walk to visit Santa at Carter Cliffs, the original home of Rock City’s founders, decorate your own GingerGnome cookie, and experience the enchantment of a winter celebration like no other – all after dark. Don’t miss creating holiday memories with your family and friends as we celebrate 30 years of magic, moments and memories during Rock City Gardens Enchanted Garden of Lights! • All guests must reserve an entry time in advance online. Tickets cannot be purchased upon arrival at the ticket desk. Annual Passholders and Legacy Gem Members do NOT need reservations and can attend Enchanted Garden of Lights even on sold out nights! • All guests must reserve an entry time in advance online. Tickets cannot be purchased upon arrival at the ticket desk. Annual Passholders and Legacy Gem Members do NOT need reservations and can attend Enchanted Garden of Lights even on sold out nights! • Nightly Starting November 15th – January 4th • Closed Christmas Eve • 4:00 – 10:30 pm & Extended to 11:30 pm on Peak Nights • Regular Night Admission: Adults: $31 | Children (ages 3-12): $21 • Peak Night Admission: Adults: $35 | Children (ages 3-12): $25 • More Info & Tickets Here
Tennessee Aquarium “Holiday Under the Peaks” • Celebrate the season with a holiday visit to the Tennessee Aquarium! •A festive adventure through a fun-filled underwater wonderland begins with holiday music and decor in the River Journey lobby. Look for seasonal surprises throughout your tour – including a light-bedecked tree twinkling in sync with the jolly jolts of an Electric Eel! • Back for 2024 – Look for SCUBA Claus diving in the River Journey building on weekends in December! • November 29 – December 29th • Closed Christmas Day • More Info & Tickets Here
Festive Forest • Miller Park • Festive Forest is back! BBB, EPB, Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors, and BCBS of TN are partnering again to bring our community our 2nd Annual Festive Forest! • We’ll light up Miller Park between November 27th and New Year’s with more than 70 trees that have been sponsored and decorated by trustworthy companies, non-profits and community organizations. Thousands enjoyed our inaugural event, and we hope you’ll visit this year’s Festive Forest and enjoy our creative and festive trees. Our event goes live on Wednesday, November 27th at 5:00 pm to coincide with the unveiling of EPB’s holiday windows
EPB Holiday Windows • A Chattanooga holiday tradition since the World War II era, EPB is set to unveil their Holiday Windows just before Thanksgiving Day • EPB is located at 10 West M.L.K. Boulevard in Chattanooga • EPB employees and STEM School Chattanooga students worked on creating this year’s display, which will be unveiled on Wednesday, November 27, one day before Thanksgiving • The windows will be open for public viewing Thanksgiving Day through TBA • Visitors can park in EPB’s downtown garage, nearby lots or on-street, metered parking • Unveiled November 27th – January TBA
No Hard Feelings | Miracle On Broad Street • Christmas Pop Up Bar • The Ultimate Decorated Christmas Bar • Plenty of New & Holiday Oriented Drinks & Cocktails • Open Now
Bless Yer Heart | Sippin’ Santa • The Ultimate Decorated Christmas Bar • Plenty of New & Holiday Oriented Drinks & Cocktails • Starts November 20th – NYE
Massey’s Kitchen • Lookout Mountain Farmers Holiday Market • Meet us on the mountain to enjoy local flavors, show your love for the community, and support local vendors – featuring NEW vendors, churros and chocolate, spiked cider, new holiday items and so much more! • 11:30 – 3:00 pm
Chattanooga’s Northshore | Merry Market • Kick off the holiday season with a weekend of festive fun, shopping, and community spirit at Merry Market in beautiful Northshore Chattanooga! Stroll through our charming neighborhood, discover unique gifts from local shops, and savor season treats as you soak up the magic of the holidays • What to Expect: One-of-a-kind holiday gifts from local shops | • Festive decor and twinkling lights | • 3 Mini Markets of local makers and artists (at Four Bridges Outfitters, Chalk Alley, and Asheville Dispensary) • Bring your friends and family to experience the heart of Northshore and support small businesses this season. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Merry Market •
Dirty Jane’s Antiques • Holiday Open House • We’ll have door prizes, refreshments, and more vintage Christmas than you can imagine! Come join us for a fun filled weekend! • 10:00 – 6:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Christkindlmarkt | Mountain Arts Community Center (MACC) • Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland that will leave you spellbound. The grounds will be covered with twinkling lights guiding your way through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles and other German/ European inspired decorations will most certainly make you smile. Oh, and let’s not forget about the famous gluhwein and other amazing foods, drinks and treats! • 10:00 – 7:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Chattanooga Christmas Village Holiday Market | Camp Jordan Park • Join us for the 3rd annual Christmas Village Holiday Market INSIDE the Camp Jordan Arena! Beat the Black Friday rush and shop over 140 vendors just in time for the holidays! • FREE pictures with Santa & The Grinch | Admission $5 per person, kids 10 & under FREE | Enter to win a family four-pack of Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas tickets • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
Charlotte Grace Events & Promotions • Santa’s Christmas Village Market | Catoosa Colonnade • Join us for a wonderful Christmas event shopping one of the largest Indoor/ Outdoor Christmas village vendor events in the area. Get some Christmas shopping done with over 100 local vendors and Food Trucks. Enjoy inflatables, a petting zoo, FREE photos with Santa and so much more during this Holiday fun • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
The Chattery • Make Your Own Handmade Holiday Greeting Cards • This workshop will blend various art techniques, including collage art, paper weaving, painting, and drawing, to create unique and heartfelt holiday cards. Celebrate the season by creating handmade cards that will let someone special know you are thinking about them. Throughout the creation time, Kerri will facilitate an open discussion on the significance of the colors red, green, and blue during the holidays • More Info & Register Here • 12:30 pm
The Chattery • Dot Mandala Ornament Making • Join our Mandala Art class, led by the talented Kavita, where you’ll immerse yourself in the soothing and symbolic practice of mandala-making. This class will guide you through the history and significance of mandalas while teaching you techniques to create your own intricate and mesmerizing designs. Under Kavita’s expert guidance, you’ll craft unique dot mandala ornaments, using vibrant paints and precise dotting techniques. As you design your ornament, you’ll cultivate mindfulness, enhance creativity, and embrace self-expression. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this class offers a welcoming space to explore the joy and peace that comes with mandala creation • More Info & Register Here • 3:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Christkindlmarkt | Mountain Arts Community Center (MACC) • Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland that will leave you spellbound. The grounds will be covered with twinkling lights guiding your way through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles and other German/ European inspired decorations will most certainly make you smile. Oh, and let’s not forget about the famous gluhwein and other amazing foods, drinks and treats! • 11:00 – 6:00 pm
Chattanooga’s Northshore | Merry Market • Kick off the holiday season with a weekend of festive fun, shopping, and community spirit at Merry Market in beautiful Northshore Chattanooga! Stroll through our charming neighborhood, discover unique gifts from local shops, and savor season treats as you soak up the magic of the holidays • What to Expect: One-of-a-kind holiday gifts from local shops | • Festive decor and twinkling lights | • 3 Mini Markets of local makers and artists (at Four Bridges Outfitters, Chalk Alley, and Asheville Dispensary) • Bring your friends and family to experience the heart of Northshore and support small businesses this season. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Merry Market •
Dirty Jane’s Antiques • Holiday Open House • We’ll have door prizes, refreshments, and more vintage Christmas than you can imagine! Come join us for a fun filled weekend! • 10:00 – 6:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Chattanooga Christmas Village Holiday Market | Camp Jordan Park • Join us for the 3rd annual Christmas Village Holiday Market INSIDE the Camp Jordan Arena! Beat the Black Friday rush and shop over 140 vendors just in time for the holidays! • FREE pictures with Santa & The Grinch | Admission $5 per person, kids 10 & under FREE | Enter to win a family four-pack of Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas tickets • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
The Chattery • Home For The Holidays: Navigating Family Conflict • Join us for a chance to share the rough ones and open ourselves to new approaches. We will leave with ideas, possibilities, and a new outlook on the upcoming holidays. This will occur in a space that offers skills to hone our closest relationships. Restorative practices offer us ways to show up well for the holidays • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Chattery • Create Your Own Christmas Tree Hat Gnome • Look no further than this charming gnome, complete with a festive Christmas tree hat! Standing 12 inches tall, this gnome is guaranteed to bring holiday cheer and smiles all around. Join artist Katheryn Hande for a fun-filled workshop where you’ll craft your very own Christmas Tree Hat Gnome. No matter your skill level, this project is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyone • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Shop On Main • Christmas Open House • Get ready to jingle all the way to our 4th Annual Christmas Open House! • Join us for a festive evening filled with: A visit from Santa | Delicious refreshments | Stunning permanent jewelry | A fun hat bar | Botox | Unique shopping finds | And so much more • Kick off the Holiday Shopping season with us and make magical memories. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! • 4:00 – 8:00 pm
The Chattery • Create Your Own Watercolor Holiday Cards • Join artist Katheryn Hande for a creative experience as you design and hand-paint your own set of 5 watercolor holiday cards! Perfect for sharing with friends and family, these one-of-a-kind cards will be cherished keepsakes. In this hands-on workshop, Katheryn will guide you step by step to create these 5 festive images. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, you’ll leave with a beautiful set of cards you’ll be proud to send out this holiday season • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Chattery • Cocktails for Holiday Gatherings • Batching your cocktails beforehand is the way to overcome this and still have great tasting drinks for your guests. This class will walk you through three batched cocktail recipes (yes, samples are provided!) that are easy to prepare and will elevate your holiday gathering while allowing you to focus on enjoying time with those around you • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Christkindlmarkt | Coolidge Park • Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland that will leave you spellbound. The grounds will be covered with twinkling lights guiding your way through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles and other German/ European inspired decorations will most certainly make you smile. Oh, and let’s not forget about the famous gluhwein and other amazing foods, drinks and treats! • 10:00 – 7:00 pm
Charlotte Grace Events & Promotions • Holiday on Hamill | 2929 Hamill Rd. Hixson • A Christmas Event to remember with over 150 vendors to shop from, Food Trucks to indulge in and family activities to make memories with. FREE PHOTOS WITH SANTA, INFLATABLES, PETTING ZOO & SO MUCH MORE! • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Merry Grinchmas Market | The Colonnade • Join us for the Merry Grinchmas Market at the Catoosa Colonnade Event Center! This exciting event will have over 100 vendors to shop, food trucks, FREE pictures with Santa, the Grinch, & Cindy Lou Who! • $5 admission, kids 10 & under FREE | FREE PARKING • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
The Chattery • Trim the Tree: 3-D Mixed Media Christmas Ornaments • First, we will make fun Christmas themed items out of polymer clay (no experience needed!). After we stick them in the toaster oven to harden, we will move on to painting backgrounds on our ornaments. Then the fun really begins. We will paint our clay pieces, add them to our ornaments and by the end of class you will have 2 ornaments you can take home. Just bring yourself. The ornaments will be tree-ready by the end of the evening! Sign up for this class where you’re sure to catch the holiday spirit • More Info & Register Here • 10:00 am
Shop the Market at Presents: Christkindlmarkt | Coolidge Park • Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland that will leave you spellbound. The grounds will be covered with twinkling lights guiding your way through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles and other German/ European inspired decorations will most certainly make you smile. Oh, and let’s not forget about the famous gluhwein and other amazing foods, drinks and treats! • 11:00 – 6:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Merry Grinchmas Market | The Colonnade • Join us for the Merry Grinchmas Market at the Catoosa Colonnade Event Center! This exciting event will have over 100 vendors to shop, food trucks, FREE pictures with Santa, the Grinch, & Cindy Lou Who! • $5 admission, kids 10 & under FREE | FREE PARKING • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
The Read House • Holiday Jubilee • Join us for an evening of merriment and festivities at our Holiday Jubilee! Enjoy live entertainment, a complimentary Hot Chocolate & Cider & Cookie stations, pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus and much more! • This event is free and no tickets are required | Please bring your own camera for photos with Santa • Elf Workshop at the Jubilee | In the Green Room | Kids receive craft bag filled with holiday craft kits. | $15 plus tax per kid and tickets are sold at the front desk (or included in the Elf Tuck-in Package) parent must stay with children • 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Holiday Market | Presented by The Chattery • Parkside Hall • Hosted on Small Business Saturday, The Chattery and Parkside Hall are teaming up to present a fun holiday market! • In addition to 30+ vendors, we also have: DJ MCPRO to set the vibes | mimosas & sparkling water for purchase | a tree farm from America’s Garden • Vendors include: A Piece of Cloud 9 | Appalachia Lesbian | Art by Young Kris | Bird Fork Farm | byRKP | Cassette Skate Shop | Clamberskull Coffee | Convenient Cocktail Co. | Divine Purity Aurapothecary | Elena Johnson Art & Drawing | Fusion Threads Collective | Gustogustoart | Hayley Sawyer | Heidi & Diane | Hello Laura Made | Intuitive Empowerment / The Cauldron | Kait Makes | Koko’s Kitchen | lissie ceramics | Mandala Art By Kavita | Mini Kitty Designs | N’nako Kandé as Nakivoire | Nonni’s Empandas | Nooga Honey Pot | Of Rosemary & Rue | Open Face Sandwich Ceramics | Pairé Charm Bar | Priscilla Paints | Quirky Diva Thrift | Reignbow Baking Company | Sali’s Creations | Slater The Creator | Sol Rejuvenated | The August Sisters | The Happy Thistle Apothecary & General Store |Thistle + Thorn Clay Co • 10:00 – 2:00 pm
The Read House • Breakfast with Santa • Join Santa & Mrs. Claus for breakfast in the Silver Ballroom before they start their final countdown in preparation for Christmas! This one seating event will offer a delicious breakfast spread any kid will love and allow photo ops with Santa & Mrs. Claus as they mingle with both young and old • Event Highlights: Breakfast and Photo Opportunities with Santa & Mrs. Claus | Breakfast Seating: 9:00 – 10:30 am • Adults $35++ | Children 10 & Under: $25++ | Children 1 & Under: Free • Get Tickets Here • 9:00 – 10:30 am
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Gingerbread Houses • Make that dream come true! Our chef instructor will share some of the secrets to making and baking your own gingerbread. Also, we will master royal icing to use as the “glue”. Lastly, you will take everything that you have made and turn it into a unique masterpiece to call your very own! Each child will have a finished gingerbread house to take home! • More Info & Register Here • 9:00 am
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Gingerbread Houses • Make that dream come true! Our chef instructor will share some of the secrets to making and baking your own gingerbread. Also, we will master royal icing to use as the “glue”. Lastly, you will take everything that you have made and turn it into a unique masterpiece to call your very own! Each child will have a finished gingerbread house to take home! • More Info & Register Here • 2:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Chattery • Create Your Own Vintage Christmas Diorama Ornament • Join artist Katheryn Hande and create TWO of your own miniature winter wonderlands, filled with whimsical Santa scenes, cozy cottages, and dazzling Christmas trees—all inside a charming ornament that’s ready to hang on your tree. You’ll have a large assortment of retro- inspired materials to create your own piece that looks like it was plucked straight from your grandparents’ attic. Tiny cars, trees, presents, deer, ornaments, candy, beads, ribbons, glitter, fake snow, snow flakes, Santas, baubles, tinsel… you name it! • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Chattery • Craft Your Own Miniature Christmas Tree Display • Various color trees and trimmings will be available for you to create your one-of-a-kind decorated tree and scene. An assortment of decor pieces will be available to compliment your decorated tree. Don’t forget the cookies for Santa with a plate full of tiny treats to complete your wee slice of merry cheer • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Read House • Breakfast with Santa • Join Santa & Mrs. Claus for breakfast in the Silver Ballroom before they start their final countdown in preparation for Christmas! This one seating event will offer a delicious breakfast spread any kid will love and allow photo ops with Santa & Mrs. Claus as they mingle with both young and old • Event Highlights: Breakfast and Photo Opportunities with Santa & Mrs. Claus | Breakfast Seating: 9:00 – 10:30 am • Adults $35++ | Children 10 & Under: $25++ | Children 1 & Under: Free • Get Tickets Here • 9:00 – 10:30 am
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Chattanooga Market • Holiday Market | Chattanooga Convention Center • Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family! • Enjoy live holiday music performances daily: Sweet Georgia Sound at 12:30 pm • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Mistletoe Market | Bradley Square Mall • Join us for the 8th annual Mistletoe Market INDOORS at Bradley Square Mall • This exciting event will have over 175 vendors to shop, pictures with Santa & the Grinch, baby sloth, baby monkey, and baby kangaroo encounters, food, and more! Sponsored by Mix 104.1 WCLE • FREE ADMISSION + FREE PARKING • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
The Chattanooga Market • Holiday Market | Chattanooga Convention Center • Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family! • Enjoy live holiday music performances daily: Courtney Holder at 12:30 pm & Jennifer Daniels with Jeff Neal at 2:00 pm • 11:00 – 5:00 pm
Touch The Sky Events & Promotions • Mistletoe Market | Bradley Square Mall • Join us for the 8th annual Mistletoe Market INDOORS at Bradley Square Mall • This exciting event will have over 175 vendors to shop, pictures with Santa & the Grinch, baby sloth, baby monkey, and baby kangaroo encounters, food, and more! Sponsored by Mix 104.1 WCLE • FREE ADMISSION + FREE PARKING • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Chattery • Make Your Own Ceramic Snowman with Scenic City Clay Arts • Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this hands-on workshop will guide you through sculpting and decorating your snowman, perfect for holiday décor or gift-giving. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity! You will pick your glaze color for SCCA to take your pieces back to the studio to finish. Pieces will be available for pick up 6-8 weeks after the class. SCCA will contact participants directly to coordinate pick up • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Holiday Yeast Breads: Stollen & Christmas Star • I’m so excited about offering this class! Do you love making bread or just want to learn more about yeast breads? We will learn, laugh, and bake together! There is absolute joy in baking for your family during the holidays. What better way than to bake at our Classroom, we’ll do the cleaning and dishes for you! • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Buddy’s Holiday Workshop Extravaganza • Son of a nutcracker, this is going to be fun. Join us for an unforgettable 21+ night of festive fun at Buddy’s Holiday Workshop Extravaganza! Inspired by the holiday magic of Elf, this evening promises playful activities, holiday treats, and plenty of laughter. Meet Buddy himself, hang out in the toy workshop and enjoy our Mail Room Whiskey tasting (Syrup in coffee?? Why didn’t I think of that????) • Run of events: Sock Skating at “Rockefeller Plaza” in the Atrium | Toy Building Workshop in Make It | Gingerbread Cookie Decorating in Spark Central | Elf Training Relay Race in the Atrium | Christmas Karaoke: “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!” • Don’t be a cotton headed ninny-muggins. Gather your friends, don your holiday best, and get ready for a night of festive cheer! • Tickets: $35 per person | Includes 1 drink ticket, light fare, souvenir cup, and access to all activities • More Info & Tickets Here • 7:00 -10:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • CHA Ballet’s The Nutcracker • Southeastern Trust proudly presents Chattanooga Ballet’s enchanting performance of The Nutcracker, featuring the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera playing live and over 200 students from Chattanooga Ballet’s School. Join young Clara at her parents’ festive holiday party, where she receives a magical Nutcracker doll from her godfather, Drosselmeyer. This gift sparks a fantastical adventure, transporting Clara from the battlefield with the Rat King to the enchanting Land of Snow and the dazzling Land of Sweets. Marvel at the dolls that spring to life, and be captivated by the swirling snowflakes on stage. Feel the excitement as children dance at the holiday gathering, the tension as the Nutcracker faces the Rat King, and the delight as the sweet treats come together to honor their young heroine. This timeless tale of courage and wonder is perfect for the whole family. Chattanooga Ballet invites you to celebrate the season with Chattanooga’s most cherished holiday tradition, The Nutcracker! • Get Tickets Here • 7:30 pm
Barking Legs Theater • The Seed Theatre presents: Julie: The Queer Who Saved Christmas • “Julie, The Queer that Saved Christmas” tells the powerful and heartwarming tale of a family navigating the complexities of acceptance and understanding when they are finally reunited with their adult child, Tiffany, who came out as transgender several years ago. As the story unfolds, we meet an average family—a seemingly idyllic unit preparing for their annual Christmas gathering at Grandma Julie’s house. However, beneath the festive cheer, there’s an underlying tension. Tiffany, who was once known as Marcus, grapples with the immense courage it takes to share their authentic identity with their loved ones. With emotions running high, the family members each process this change differently. Some struggle to come to terms, facing their own prejudices, misunderstandings, and fears. There’s a clash between the desire to hold on to familiar expectations and the need to embrace Tiffany’s truth and unconditional love • More Info & Tickets Here • 7:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Walker Theatre • The JOHNNYSWIM Christmas Show • JOHNNYSWIM, composed of the magnetic duo Abner Ramirez and Amanda Sudano Ramirez, effortlessly enthralls audiences with their heartfelt melodies, intertwining personal experiences and imaginative tales. Their music is a vibrant tapestry woven with memories, emotions, and dreams, blending singer-songwriter tradition with Alternative flair, Rock vigor, and Pop ambition. Through extensive touring, they’ve cultivated a devoted fanbase worldwide, connecting deeply with listeners on a personal level • Get Tickets Here • 7:30 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • CHA Ballet’s The Nutcracker • Southeastern Trust proudly presents Chattanooga Ballet’s enchanting performance of The Nutcracker, featuring the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera playing live and over 200 students from Chattanooga Ballet’s School. Join young Clara at her parents’ festive holiday party, where she receives a magical Nutcracker doll from her godfather, Drosselmeyer. This gift sparks a fantastical adventure, transporting Clara from the battlefield with the Rat King to the enchanting Land of Snow and the dazzling Land of Sweets. Marvel at the dolls that spring to life, and be captivated by the swirling snowflakes on stage. Feel the excitement as children dance at the holiday gathering, the tension as the Nutcracker faces the Rat King, and the delight as the sweet treats come together to honor their young heroine. This timeless tale of courage and wonder is perfect for the whole family. Chattanooga Ballet invites you to celebrate the season with Chattanooga’s most cherished holiday tradition, The Nutcracker! • Get Tickets Here • 2:00 & 7:30 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Preschool Adventure- Let it Snow! • This winter-themed adventure is all about fun and learning through the magic of snow! Our Let It Snow Preschool Adventure offers hands-on activities designed to spark imagination, cooperation, creativity, and build early skills in math, language, and motor skills. Join us in the Atrium, where our youngest guests and their families can explore, play, and learn together! • Activities include: Winter Express – Help our toy trains make their way through a snowy village! | Snow Painting – Use homemade puffy paint to create your own snowy masterpiece | Winter Wear – Match the mittens and decorate them with colorful markers, stamps, or stickers • More Info & Tickets Here • 10:00 – Noon
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Barking Legs Theater • The Seed Theatre presents: Julie: The Queer Who Saved Christmas • “Julie, The Queer that Saved Christmas” tells the powerful and heartwarming tale of a family navigating the complexities of acceptance and understanding when they are finally reunited with their adult child, Tiffany, who came out as transgender several years ago. As the story unfolds, we meet an average family—a seemingly idyllic unit preparing for their annual Christmas gathering at Grandma Julie’s house. However, beneath the festive cheer, there’s an underlying tension. Tiffany, who was once known as Marcus, grapples with the immense courage it takes to share their authentic identity with their loved ones. With emotions running high, the family members each process this change differently. Some struggle to come to terms, facing their own prejudices, misunderstandings, and fears. There’s a clash between the desire to hold on to familiar expectations and the need to embrace Tiffany’s truth and unconditional love • More Info & Tickets Here • 2:00 & 7:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Christmas in the Country | Old McDonald Farm • Experience the enchantment of “Christmas in the Country at McDonald Farm” • Join us for a magical day filled with festive activities, including shopping at the market for homemade art, crafts, food, and treats. Twinkling lights, carolers, and a cozy atmosphere make it a cherished holiday experience for all. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the season in a truly special way! • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: A Very Merry Christmas | The Collegedale Commons • Embrace the festive spirit at “A Very Merry Christmas Market” at The Commons in Collegedale • Explore a winter wonderland with charming booths offering a dazzling array of arts , crafts , seasonal treats , and locally sourced goods . This market is your one-stop-shop for all your holiday shopping needs. From handcrafted ornaments to unique artisanal gifts, find the perfect treasures to make your holiday unforgettable • 10:00 – 4:00 pm
The Chattanooga Market • Holiday Market | Chattanooga Convention Center • Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family! • Enjoy live holiday music performances daily: Silverdale Baptist Academy High School Choir at 10:30 am & Sweet Georgia Sound at 12:30 pm • 10:00 – 5:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Christmas Sugar Cookies • You and your child will learn how to roll sugar cookie dough, cut out cookies, make icing, glazing, and using a piping bag to make beautifully decorated cookies. This class will also include coloring icing, sprinkles, and candy decorations. The most delicious part……..you get to taste and take home all of your cookie creations! • More Info & Register Here • 9:00 am
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Christmas Sugar Cookies • You and your child will learn how to roll sugar cookie dough, cut out cookies, make icing, glazing, and using a piping bag to make beautifully decorated cookies. This class will also include coloring icing, sprinkles, and candy decorations. The most delicious part……..you get to taste and take home all of your cookie creations! • More Info & Register Here • 1:30 pm
The Chattanooga Market • Holiday Market | Chattanooga Convention Center • Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family! • Today: Lodge Iron Cookoff | The Lodge Cast Iron Cook-Off is an exciting live cooking demonstration/competition where local Chefs are invited to show off their skills — utilizing Lodge Cast Iron products! They’ll demonstrate (in front of our live audience) how fun and easy it is to incorporate Lodge Cast Iron products into your home cooking. And best yet, you’ll be able to purchase this latest line from Lodge at the Holiday Market during this special event • 11:00 – 5:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • CHA Ballet’s The Nutcracker • Southeastern Trust proudly presents Chattanooga Ballet’s enchanting performance of The Nutcracker, featuring the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera playing live and over 200 students from Chattanooga Ballet’s School. Join young Clara at her parents’ festive holiday party, where she receives a magical Nutcracker doll from her godfather, Drosselmeyer. This gift sparks a fantastical adventure, transporting Clara from the battlefield with the Rat King to the enchanting Land of Snow and the dazzling Land of Sweets. Marvel at the dolls that spring to life, and be captivated by the swirling snowflakes on stage. Feel the excitement as children dance at the holiday gathering, the tension as the Nutcracker faces the Rat King, and the delight as the sweet treats come together to honor their young heroine. This timeless tale of courage and wonder is perfect for the whole family. Chattanooga Ballet invites you to celebrate the season with Chattanooga’s most cherished holiday tradition, The Nutcracker! • Get Tickets Here • 2:00 pm
The Chattery • Tools for the Holidays • The holiday season is meant to be one of the most joyful and fulfilling times of the year, yet so often it’s one of the most stressful and challenging. In this workshop you’re going to gain practical skills that help you more successfully navigate those relational landmines that so often cause frustration and unnecessary problems during the holidays • More Info & Register Here • 4:30 pm
The Chattery • Winter Chapel Acrylic Painting • This class is great whether you are a beginner or an advanced painter – all levels are welcome. Using acrylics, we will work our way through this painting step-by-step. You will leave with a ready to hang painting just in time for the holidays. The best part is this will be something you can leave up the entire winter • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Christmas Cookies & Fancy Treats • Are you looking for deliciously fun new ideas for your holiday cookies and treats? Enjoy an evening filled with learning, baking, and tasting!! Our Pastry Chef has created this class to spark baking creativity. Everything you make in class you can taste and take home to enjoy with your family and friends • More Info & Register Here • 6:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • Lindsey Stirling – The Snow Waltz Tour • $1 per ticket goes towards Lindsey?s Upside Fund which helps relieve medical debt for those in need • Get Tickets Here • 8:00 pm
The Comedy Catch • Home For The Holidays | Rated R • A showcase of local and national talent that are “home for the holidays”. You never know who might show up • Get Tickets $19 Here • 7:30 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Comedy Catch • Home For The Holidays | Rated R • A showcase of local and national talent that are “home for the holidays”. You never know who might show up • Get Tickets $19 Here • 7:30 & 9:45 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Massey’s Kitchen • Lookout Mountain Farmers Holiday Market • Meet us on the mountain to enjoy local flavors, show your love for the community, and support local vendors – featuring NEW vendors, churros and chocolate, spiked cider, new holiday items and so much more! • 10:30 – 2:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • Chattanooga Symphony presents Home for the Holidays • One of Chattanooga’s most treasured holiday events, Home for the Holidays is the perfect seasonal celebration for the whole family! The CSO is joined by the CSO Chorus, a variety of community groups, and even the big man himself! Be sure to arrive early to have your picture taken with Santa and put your letter to the North Pole in our special post box • Get Tickets Here • 7:30 pm
Shop the Market at Presents: Last Minute Market | The Collegedale Commons • Don’t miss the Last Minute Market at Collegedale Commons • Join us for a Christmas shopping extravaganza with a wide array of gifts and goodies to satisfy every shopper’s needs. Explore festive stalls adorned with twinkling lights and garlands, showcasing handmade treasures from local artisans. From charming home decor to delicious gourmet treats, find something for everyone on your list. With live music, delicious food trucks, and the cheerful buzz of holiday cheer, it’s the perfect way to wrap up your holiday preparations in style • 2:00 – 7:00 pm
The Chattery • Watercolor 102: Whimsical Watercolor for Beginners • In this class we will walk step by step to create our own watercolor paintings we can take home to enjoy! The instructor will have a drawn out template prepared of a simple illustration (example is the photo shown), you can choose to sketch it yourself or trace the template. We will paint together using basic watercolor techniques working step by step, finishing with an ink pen to add detail. Everyone will have a finished piece to take home • More Info & Register Here • 3:00 pm
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Gingerbread Houses • Make that dream come true! Our chef instructor will share some of the secrets to making and baking your own gingerbread. Also, we will master royal icing to use as the “glue”. Lastly, you will take everything that you have made and turn it into a unique masterpiece to call your very own! Each child will have a finished gingerbread house to take home! • More Info & Register Here • 9:00 am
The Sweet & Savory Classroom • Parent/Child Gingerbread Houses • Make that dream come true! Our chef instructor will share some of the secrets to making and baking your own gingerbread. Also, we will master royal icing to use as the “glue”. Lastly, you will take everything that you have made and turn it into a unique masterpiece to call your very own! Each child will have a finished gingerbread house to take home! • More Info & Register Here • 2:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • Chattanooga Symphony presents Home for the Holidays • One of Chattanooga’s most treasured holiday events, Home for the Holidays is the perfect seasonal celebration for the whole family! The CSO is joined by the CSO Chorus, a variety of community groups, and even the big man himself! Be sure to arrive early to have your picture taken with Santa and put your letter to the North Pole in our special post box • Get Tickets Here • 3:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium • Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet! • Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet! to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages • Get Tickets Here • Noon & 4:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Creative Discovery Museum • Cookie Decorating Workshops • Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Discovery Museum’s Cookie Decorating Workshops! Bring the whole family for a festive and fun experience as you design and decorate delicious cookies together. Purchase in advance for $6/cookie! • This is an add-on activity and does not include Museum Admission. Museum admission must be purchased to participate in this activity • More Info & Tickets Here • Noon – 4:00 pm
Outdoor Chattanooga • Did You Get a New Bike For Christmas? Learn to Ride a Bike: Holiday Edition • Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and balance drills that are designed to help beginner riders of all ages progress at their own speed and ability. • Outdoor Chattanooga staff utilize curriculum outlined by League of American Bicyclists: ABC quick check | Balance, starting, stopping and pedaling | Bicycle fit and seating position | How gears and brakes work | Types of bicycles | Parts of the bicycle as basic | Maintenance | Helmet fit and safety checks | Rules for sidewalk, greenway and beginner road riding | Roadway signage and hand signaling • More Info & Register Here • 10:30 & 12:30 pm
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