Special Events in Chattanooga

Mid-January
Chattacon Science Fiction Convention
Each year this science fiction convention takes place. Writers, artists, hucksters and more put on the convention. Put on by the convention is the Chattacon Art Show, which features a variety of artwork. Both flat and 3D artwork is showcased.
 
Late March - early April
Southern Writer's Conference - Each year, Chattanooga hosts a literary festival, which provides educational opportunities to discuss and learn about the South's greatest writers and promising newcomers to the literary scene. Meet the authors and listen to their readings and lectures. 
 
Mid- June
The Riverbend Festival takes place at the beginning of June and spans across nine days. Over 540,000 people visit the festival each year. Musical performances range from jazz, blues, folk, country, bluegrass, classic and more. Reserved tickets can be purchased in advance.
 
Late August
Southern Brewers Beer Festival
Each year, Chattanooga hosts a day-long beer festival in the heart of downtown next to Big River Grille and Brewing Works. Beer lovers can sample over a hundred varieties of award winning microbrewed beers while watching live music and entertainment.

Mid-October - early November
Fall Color and Fall Leaf Cruises (423) 266-4488 or 800-766-2784
Board the Southern Belle Riverboat and the Blue Moon luxury yacht and sail through the Tennessee River Gorge en route to Chattanooga's annual Folk Festival. During the cruise, enjoy lunch, a live band and more. At the festival, listen to live music by the area's best folk artists and check out the handmade crafts and jewelry.
 
Early December
Annual Wine Over Water
5:00-8:00 pm
Cornerstones, the historical preservation society in Chattanooga, hosts its annual fundraiser on its most successful achievement, the Walnut Street Bridge. Celebrate the Historic Walnut Street Bridge while raising funds for the preservation of historical properties in Chattanooga. Enjoy wines, hors d' oeuvres and live music on five stages stretched out along the bridge. Tickets on sale. Call  423/265-2825