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Three-Time IBMA Bass Player Of The Year Vickie Vaughn Visits Songbirds
For bassist Vickie Vaughn, music is all about home. Even a casual fan of the reigning, three-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year knows just how important Kentucky, family, and home are to Vaughn. Between them, they’ve colored every ...
ArtsBuild Announces Communities Performance Grant Projects For 2026-2027
ArtsBuild is pleased to announce the 2026-2027 recipients of the Tennessee Arts Commission’s (TAC) Arts Build Communities (ABC) grants. The ABC grant program is designed to provide support for arts projects that broaden access to arts ...

The Legendary Drivin N Cryin To Headline The Barrelhouse Ballroom
Led by frontman Kevn Kinney, the Atlanta-based Southern rock group Drivin N Cryin formed in 1985 and has been creating and performing together for over four decades; they'll bring their signature sound to the Scenic City at the Barrelhouse ...

The IRONMAN Chattanooga Race Returns To The Scenic City This Weekend
IRONMAN Chattanooga returns to the Scenic City this weekend. The 144.6-mile event stands as a globally renowned triathlon, highlighting the exceptional dedication, strength, and resilience of athletes from around the world. The event ...

Whiskey Cowgirl Celebrates Their Fourth Anniversary With Shrek Themed Bash
Whiskey Cowgirl is a country-themed bar, restaurant, nightlife destination, and music venue that opened in September of 2022, marking this Saturday, September 26th, as their official fourth year in business, serving up good vibes, drinks, food ...
Day Tripping: Guthrie Pumpkins Farm and Corn Maze Ushers In The Fall Season
The Guthrie Pumpkin Farm and Corn Maze has become a staple near the Scenic City for ushering in the fall season with an impressive pumpkin patch experience that takes place on a sprawling, multi-generational farm, featuring over 40 ...
New Fall/Winter Activity Guide Connects Chattanoogans To Community Services
The City of Chattanooga Department of Community Development proudly announces the release of its Fall/Winter Community Resource Guide, a comprehensive publication highlighting the wide range of programs, services ...
Preserve Chattanooga’s Annual Wine Weekend Returns October 9 And 10
Preserve Chattanooga’s annual Wine Weekend returns October 9–10, bringing together exceptional wines, food, music and memorable settings for two of the organization’s signature fundraising events: Best Cellars on Friday, October 9 ...

Walking Tours And Festival Embrace Local Haunts, Folklore, And True History
As I mentioned in a recent article, the haunted attraction season is upon us. I enjoy haunted houses but as I get older, I also enjoy Halloween at a much slower and educational pace. Here are a few other things to do to embrace the spooky ...

Don’t Miss One Of The Last Food Truck Saturdays Of The Season In Red Bank
The countdown is on! One of the last Food Truck Saturdays of the season is happening this Saturday, September 26, and Red Bank is inviting the community to come hungry, bring a chair and enjoy an evening of great food, live music and ...

TN QuantumWorks K–12 Curriculum Launches Into Hamilton County Classrooms
As EPB launches its quantum computer, the TN QuantumWorks K–12 quantum technology and career awareness curriculum is now being implemented in Hamilton County classrooms. Announced earlier this year, the curriculum ...

Are You Ready For Thrills And Chills? The Haunted Attraction Season Is Here
Halloween is just over a month away but the haunted attractions leading up to the holiday kickstart with many opening this weekend. To help you plan your season of thrills and chills, we've compiled a list of the many events and attractions here ...