Here are the top five events that will surely make your weekends fun and memorable.
Location: Green Room, The Read House | 107 West MLK Boulevard
Date & Time: November 28 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Price: Free
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Experience a joyful night filled with live entertainment, delicious treats, plus free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Kids can also enjoy the Elf Workshop, where they’ll receive holiday craft kits for a small fee.
Reindeer on the Riverfront & Lighted Boat Parade
Location: Ross’s Landing | 201 Riverfront Parkway
Date & Time: November 28 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Price: Free
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Come and join Downtown Chattanooga’s biggest holiday events with local vendors, a hot cocoa bar, holiday characters, free photos with Santa [real reindeer], and other family-friendly activities. The celebration culminates with the Lighted Boat Parade at 7 PM and a stunning fireworks show over the Tennessee River at 8 PM.
2025 US Derby Racing Invitational
Location: Redoubt Soccer Complex | 6900 Bonny Oaks Drive
Date & Time: November 28 – 29 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Price: Free
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Try an exciting, hands-on racing experience with the family where kids learn teamwork, perseverance, and basic construction skills. Participants compete in stock, super stock, and masters divisions, making it a fun and educational event for all ages
Location: Cloudland Great Room, McLemore Resort | 243 Cloudland Drive, Rising Fawn
Date & Time: November 29 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Price: Free
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Celebrate the season with festive drinks, live sounds, and a special appearance by Santa Claus. Guests can enhance their evening by reserving dinner at Auld Alliance or Croft, which includes complimentary valet parking.
Christmas Ball at Gordon Lee Mansion
Location: Gordon Lee Mansion | 217 Cove Road, Chickamauga
Date & Time: November 29 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Price: $60 [Gen Admission] $140 [Reserved Seating] | Buy your tickets here.
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Witness a night of elegance with magical Dueling Pianos performance, unlimited hors d’oeuvres, a full-service bar, and a beautifully lit setting perfect for celebrating the season.