Chattanooga Tourism Co.

We're proud to support Make Music Chattanooga 🎵

Make Music Week kicks off with a Monday Night Blues Jam at 7:30 p.m. at Gate 11 Distillery in the Chattanooga Choo Choo. Check out the full lineup. There's still time to register and apply for stipends at makemusicday.org/chattanooga

🧡 ONE WEEK AWAY 🧡

Make Music Chattanooga returns Sunday, June 21st as we celebrate 10 years of citywide music activation.

From SOCCER LIVE! at Chattanooga Green to NOOGAROO at the Creative Discovery Museum, plus Chattasings Circle Singing, Sunday Sounds across the city, and a special online release, this year is shaping up to be something special.

👀 Full lineup drops this week. There's still time to register and apply for stipends at makemusicday.org/chattanooga

We're very encouraged to see the progress being made between CARTA and Lookout Mountain. The Incline Railway is a critical part of Chattanooga’s destination identity and one of the defining experiences that helped make Lookout Mountain an iconic part of our region. For more than 130 years, it has connected visitors to our scenic landscape, our transportation history, St. Elmo, and one of the most recognized places in Tennessee. It is not only a historic transportation asset, but an anchor experience that supports visitor activity, surrounding businesses, and the broader tourism economy. Its continued strength matters to Chattanooga, Lookout Mountain, and the many people and businesses connected to the visitor economy it helps sustain.

These stunning photos do Chattanooga justice.

National Geographic photographer Greg Kahn and his family explored Chattanooga, and we can't stop scrolling through the photo story capturing their adventures visiting Rock City, Ruby Falls, Reflection Riding, the Tennessee Aquarium, Chattanooga Zoo, High Point Climbing, Clumpies, Coolidge Park, and more! 😍

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/paid-content-photo-story-a-family-trip-to-chattanooga-tennessee

Photo story: a family trip to Chattanooga National Geographic photographer Greg Kahn set out with his family to uncover what makes Chattanooga, known as Tennessee's Scenic City, such a memorable travel destination.

Bigger events. Bigger impact.

Meetings, conventions, festivals, and sporting events don’t just fill a calendar, they fuel Chattanooga’s economy and create meaningful momentum across our community.

In 2025, events generated $211.4 million in total economic impact—a 16.7% increase year over year.

That’s more than a number. It’s jobs supported, businesses strengthened, and a city that continues to show up in a big way.

Learn more about the economic impact of tourism and events in Chattanooga with our Annual Report linked in the comments below!

Wait… did Spain really choose Chattanooga as their 2026 FIFA World Cup basecamp? 🇪🇸⚽️

Yep. Still feels a little surreal to say out loud.

We’re proud to be selected as Spain’s 2026 FIFA World Cup basecamp — and even more excited to show the world what makes this place special.

Mountains. River. Soccer history in the making. Not a bad combo.

The Chattanooga Host City Authority is gearing up for Spain’s National Football Team to arrive in the Scenic City, and we're hosting a community training session this summer at the Baylor School Soccer Complex!

Admission to the event is free, but attendance is limited. Tickets will be distributed through a random drawing — fans have until 5 p.m. on June 1 to put their name in the running. Learn more at: cha.city/spain-training

It's time to celebrate the people and organizations who make Chattanooga's hospitality shine! ✨

Greater Chattanooga Hospitality Association STARS of the Industry Award nominations are now open through June 5. This is your chance to recognize the team members, colleagues, and companies who go above and beyond every single day—the ones who make our community proud and our visitors feel welcome.

Local award recipients will be nominated for statewide recognition at the Tennessee Hospitality & Tourism Association Stars of the Industry Awards during the Governor's Conference on Sept. 17 in Gatlinburg. We have so much to be thankful for in this industry. Let's celebrate each other!

🏆 Nominate a company: https://form.jotform.com/261332968871164

⭐ Nominate an individual: https://form.jotform.com/261333128450146

Clone of 2025 GCHA Stars Company Awards Nomination Form Please click the link to complete this form.

There’s just something about seeing the Riverfront come alive before IRONMAN 70.3 weekend.

Early mornings. Final setups. Athletes checking in with that mix of nerves and excitement written all over their faces.

To every competitor here this weekend: welcome to Chattanooga! We’re grateful you picked our city for your 70.3 journey, and we can’t wait to cheer you across that finish line. 🏅

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