May Bucket List

May 2, 2022

May comes bringing with it loud festivals, live music, and much fun! Make the last month of spring a real blast with this May Bucket List. Explore the city, find new friends, taste something new, and live your life to the fullest!

🔲 Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Premier Jazz Orchestra (May 5)

🔲 Experience the artistry of brewing hand-crafted beers at Rail & Hops Brewers Festival (May 7)

🔲 Dance to the well-known local artists’ songs at Nooga Noise 2022 (May 7)

🔲 Enjoy shopping over 150 vendors, food trucks, inflatables, pony and trackless train rides, a petting zoo, and more during Southern Fried Food Truck Festival&Craft Fair (May 7-8)

🔲 Call your mom on a Mother’s Day (May 8)

🔲 Take outdoor family pictures

🔲 Bake an apple pie on a National Apple Pie Day (May 13)

🔲 Enjoy adrenaline-pumping carnival rides, food booths, and live performances at Thrillville Fair (April 28-May 8)

🔲 Join Wanderlinger Brewing Company for 3-days of live music, local art and great beer during WANDERLINGERFEST 2022 (May 13-15)

🔲 Buy something strawberry at the Chattanooga Market Strawberry Fair (May 22)

🔲 Have a picnic in the Coolidge Park

🔲 Indulge in a mixture of cultural foods at Chattanooga Street Food Festival (May 22)

🔲 Usher in summer with The Daily Ration at their Garden Party (May 26)

🔲 Enjoy some of the best toe-tapping old-time bluegrass and a mix of modern folk-country music at Summer Music Weekends (May 27-30)

🔲 Taste as much craft beer and spirits as you can at Chattanooga Beer Fest 2022 (May 28)

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

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Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Chattanooga Symphony presents Home for the Holidays

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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!

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

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Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Chattanooga Symphony presents Home for the Holidays

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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!

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

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Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Ice On The Landing

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Ice Skating For All Ages at Ice On The Landing

First Horizon Pavilion

Asian Lantern Festival

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All New Lanterns, All New Experience!

Chattanooga Zoo

Soddy-Daisy Holiday Drive-Thru Light Show

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Join Nooga Lights weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun) starting November 22nd and nightly starting December 29th 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

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

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Outdoors & Recreation

Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

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Outdoors & Recreation

Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

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Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Christmas Tea

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Join Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum for a Festive Holiday Tea Room Experience in the charming upstairs viewing room of Grand Junction Depot. From November 9 to December 31, indulge in a delightful selection of delectable teas and a full high tea fare, featuring savory bites, sweet treats, and our favorite – freshly baked scones! For those looking to enhance their experience, choose the option to add a train ride on the Missionary Ridge Local. Each tea seating lasts 75 minutes, offering the perfect opportunity to relax and soak in the festive holiday atmosphere.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Home For The Holidays

7:30pm & 9:45pm

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A showcase of local and national talent that are "home for the holidays". You never know who might show up.

The Comedy Catch

NORTH POLE LIMITED CHRISTMAS TRAIN

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As the most popular annual event, North Pole Limited train rides have been a family tradition since 1999. During the magical holiday season, trains take riders on an imaginary journey to the North Pole. Along the way, you’ll be treated to refreshments and storytelling while you enjoy the sights and sounds of the season. As the North Pole Limited train gently rolls down the rails, a number of lighted displays can be seen outside. When you arrive at the North Pole, Santa will come on board for a special visit with all the passengers.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Holidays at Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain

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The Season Shines Bright at Ruby Falls!

Christmas Daylight Express

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The holiday season is a time of joy, magic, and making memories with loved ones. At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, we are thrilled to offer a brand-new holiday adventure: the Christmas Daylight Express! This one-hour, family-friendly experience is the perfect way to celebrate the season, combining the enchantment of a train ride with the excitement of meeting Santa Claus. Departing from Grand Junction station, this festive adventure is filled with fun activities and plenty of holiday cheer.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

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Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Santa’s Hiwassee Holiday Train

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Santa’s Hiwassee Holiday Train is a round-trip one-hour and 15-minute ride along the beautiful Hiwassee River Gorge. Features of this ride include: writing a letter to Santa, a gingerbread cookie, chocolate milk, and a special visit from Santa!

Lookout Mountain Holiday Farmers Market

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Join Massey's Kitchen at the Lookout Mountain Holiday Farmers Market on Saturday December 21st from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm sponsored by Massey's Kitchen!

Massey's Kitchen

Last Minute Market

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Don't miss the Last Minute Market at Collegedale Commons on December 21st from 2pm to 7pm!

Chattanooga Symphony presents Home for the Holidays

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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!

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

Christmas Tea

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Outdoors & Recreation

Join Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum for a Festive Holiday Tea Room Experience in the charming upstairs viewing room of Grand Junction Depot. From November 9 to December 31, indulge in a delightful selection of delectable teas and a full high tea fare, featuring savory bites, sweet treats, and our favorite – freshly baked scones! For those looking to enhance their experience, choose the option to add a train ride on the Missionary Ridge Local. Each tea seating lasts 75 minutes, offering the perfect opportunity to relax and soak in the festive holiday atmosphere.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

NORTH POLE LIMITED CHRISTMAS TRAIN

Business & Startups

Community & Festivals

Outdoors & Recreation

As the most popular annual event, North Pole Limited train rides have been a family tradition since 1999. During the magical holiday season, trains take riders on an imaginary journey to the North Pole. Along the way, you’ll be treated to refreshments and storytelling while you enjoy the sights and sounds of the season. As the North Pole Limited train gently rolls down the rails, a number of lighted displays can be seen outside. When you arrive at the North Pole, Santa will come on board for a special visit with all the passengers.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Christmas Daylight Express

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Community & Festivals

Outdoors & Recreation

The holiday season is a time of joy, magic, and making memories with loved ones. At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, we are thrilled to offer a brand-new holiday adventure: the Christmas Daylight Express! This one-hour, family-friendly experience is the perfect way to celebrate the season, combining the enchantment of a train ride with the excitement of meeting Santa Claus. Departing from Grand Junction station, this festive adventure is filled with fun activities and plenty of holiday cheer.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

Business & Startups

Community & Festivals

Outdoors & Recreation

Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Santa’s Hiwassee Holiday Train

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Santa’s Hiwassee Holiday Train is a round-trip one-hour and 15-minute ride along the beautiful Hiwassee River Gorge. Features of this ride include: writing a letter to Santa, a gingerbread cookie, chocolate milk, and a special visit from Santa!

Christmas With C.S. Lewis

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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.

Chattanooga Symphony presents Home for the Holidays

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Outdoors & Recreation

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!

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

NORTH POLE LIMITED CHRISTMAS TRAIN

Business & Startups

Community & Festivals

Outdoors & Recreation

As the most popular annual event, North Pole Limited train rides have been a family tradition since 1999. During the magical holiday season, trains take riders on an imaginary journey to the North Pole. Along the way, you’ll be treated to refreshments and storytelling while you enjoy the sights and sounds of the season. As the North Pole Limited train gently rolls down the rails, a number of lighted displays can be seen outside. When you arrive at the North Pole, Santa will come on board for a special visit with all the passengers.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Holidays at Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain

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The Season Shines Bright at Ruby Falls!

Christmas Daylight Express

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Outdoors & Recreation

The holiday season is a time of joy, magic, and making memories with loved ones. At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, we are thrilled to offer a brand-new holiday adventure: the Christmas Daylight Express! This one-hour, family-friendly experience is the perfect way to celebrate the season, combining the enchantment of a train ride with the excitement of meeting Santa Claus. Departing from Grand Junction station, this festive adventure is filled with fun activities and plenty of holiday cheer.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

CHRISTMAS DINNER TRAIN (Sold Out)

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Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a vintage dining car.

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Santa’s Hiwassee Holiday Train

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Santa’s Hiwassee Holiday Train is a round-trip one-hour and 15-minute ride along the beautiful Hiwassee River Gorge. Features of this ride include: writing a letter to Santa, a gingerbread cookie, chocolate milk, and a special visit from Santa!

Tom Green - 2025 Home to the Country Comedy Tour

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You know Tom Green from his innovative, anything-goes run as the most unpredictable personality on MTV's "The Tom Green Show", and his unforgettable, deliciously loony roles in the uproarious film comedies including "Road Trip," “Charlie Angels,” “Bob The Butler,” “Stealing Harvard” and "Freddy Got Fingered.”

Christmas at Bridgeman's

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Celebrate the holiday season at Bridgeman’s Chophouse with your closest friends and family and enjoy our full menu with special Christmas features.

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Bridgeman’s Chophouse

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