 Fall in Chattanooga - September-October, 2008 ($/FREE depending on event)
Nothing describes autumn’s bounty better than the amazing palette of oranges, reds and golds against the lush evergreens. From the vibrant landscapes to the cool, crisp air to the tantalizing smells of hot cider and kettle corn, Fall in Chattanooga offers a new season of enjoyment to spend together with your loved ones. www.chattanoogafun.com / 800.322.3344.
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ChattaBOOga: October, 2008 ($)
When ChattaBOOga transforms itself from Chattanooga in October, it’s not the typical haunted venue. There’s a haunted cavern carved out of the side of a mountain; an amazing corn maze – friendly by day, but a heart-stopping labyrinth by night; and there’s a killer critter craze where fear factor creatures and their “habits” are explored in all their gorey detail. October in Chattanooga offers thrilling, chilling adventure and family fun you can’t experience anywhere else. www.chattanoogafun.com / 800.322.3344. |
War Between the States at the TN Valley Railroad Museum: September, 2008 ($)
This rail excursion will travel to Chickamauga, Ga. for special Civil War activities. www.tvrail.com / 423.894.8028. |
Rail to Wings at the TN Valley Railroad Musuem ($)
This rail excursion will travel to Lafayette, Ga. to experience a fly-in by vintage airplanes at the local airport. There will also be vintage airplane displays and demonstrations. www.tvrail.com / 423.894.8028. |
 Swingfest at Coolidge Park: August 30, 2008 (FREE)
Kick off the Labor Day Weekend with four, big-band orchestras playing swing and jazz music while you swing dance under the stars. A dance floor is provided, and food and drink concessions are available at this free event. www.downtownchattanooga.org / 423.265.0771. |
Downtown Gallery Hop: September 6, 2008/2-9pm (FREE)
View and purchase some of the most fabulous, offbeat and intriguing art in Chattanooga’s downtown galleries and artist studios while artists explain the materials, inspirations and methodologies that influence their art. www.downtownchattanooga.org / 423.265.0771. |
Wine over Water: October 4, 2008 ($)
Patrons of this event will be treated to wine, hors d’oeuvres, and live music across the historic Walnut Street Bridge. Proceeds benefit the preservation of historical properties in Chattanooga. www.wineoverwater.org / 423.265.2825. |
 Rock City's Enchanted MAiZE Maze: September-October, 2008 ($)
Enjoy 10-acres of fall fun while weaving your way through the labyrinth of twists and turns of this amazing cornfield maze. As darkness surrounds the field, the maze turns a little spooky when 10-foot stalks are outlined in the moonlight to create a hair-raising challenge of those twists, turns and rustling stalks. Visitors will also find a historic birdhouse barn, hayrides, a children’s playground, and on the weekends, a “Forest of Fear” to see what terrible ghouls reside near the maze and hear ghost stories next to the bonfire. The maze is located at Blowing Springs Farm at the foot of Lookout Mountain in Georgia. www.seerockcity.com / 706.820.2531. |
 Ruby Falls Haunted Cavern: September-October, 2008 ($)
The terrifying tour through Ruby Falls Haunted Cavern begins as visitors plummet 260 feet below the ground, deep into Lookout Mountain. Hideous creatures will greet you with terror at every turn. This truly horrifying experience is not for the faint of heart or for children under 10 years of age. www.hauntedcavern.com / 423.821.2544. |
Hamilton County Fair: September, 2008 ($)
The residents of Hamilton County host a county fair in the grandest tradition. The fair features music, games, country crafts, livestock, rides and more. 423.209.6030. |
Culture Fest at Coolidge Park: September, 2008 (FREE)
This one-day, family-friendly festival celebrates Chattanooga’s rich, cultural diversity through music, dance, food, storytelling, children’s activities and fine arts. www.culturefest.org / 423.267.1218. |
 Tennessee Aquarium's Thrills, Gills & Chills: October 1-31 ($/FREE with paid admission to the Tennessee Aquarium)
Learn about the chilling aspects of the predator/prey relationships in the natural world by uncovering the real facts about the Aquarium’s most notorious animals, such as moray eels, piranha, alligators, crocodiles and sharks. You will also learn how gentoo and macaroni penguins evade fearsome predators like orcas and leopard seals, through porpoising out of the water while swimming at an amazingly high rate of speed. Special costumed divers and gallery programs will also focus on the myths and mysteries of some of the most feared animals on earth. www.tennesseeaquarium.com / 800.262.0695. |
 The Three Sisters Music Festival: October 3-4, 2008 (FREE)
Enjoy this two-day, one-of-a-kind Bluegrass festival on the Chattanooga’s new Riverfront. Musical performances include the Del McCoury Band, Nashville Bluegrass Band, The Greencards, The Lovell Sisters, Lone Mountain Band, John Cowan Band and The Dismembered Tennesseans. Beer, food & non-alcoholic drink concessions will be available on site. www.downtownchattanooga.org / 423.265.0771. |
Folklife Demonstration Series at Miller Plaza: October, 2008 (FREE)
This series features free educational demonstrations by southeast fold artists at Miller Plaza. www.downtownchattanooga.org / 423.265.0771. |
Autumn Steam Excursion: October-November, 2008 ($)
Enjoy lunch in a dining car and ride an authentic steam locomotive on scenic excursions through Chattanooga and North Georgia – including Missionary Ridge, the Chickamauga Chattanooga National Military Park, and through several small southern towns. www.tvrail.com / 423.894.8028. |
 Rocktoberfest at Rock City Gardens: Saturdays & Sundays in October, 2008 ($/FREE with paid admission to Rock City Gardens)
Get in touch with Rock City’s German heritage! Rock City Square will be transformed for a celebration of harvests and fall foliage. Stroll through an atmosphere of German music and food. Enjoy a Bratwurst, Knackwurst, or Polish Sausage along with German Sauerkraut. Specialty beer will be on tap in the Beer Garden. Work off dinner with a “chicken dance” at the Polka Stage. www.seerockcity.com / 706.820.2531.
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Chattanooga Head Race: October, 2008 (FREE)
Chattanooga’s riverfront will be filled with 3,000-5,000 high school, college, and event master rowers as well as spectators for this annual event. Food and beverages will be available. www.outdoorchattanooga.com. |
 Prater's Mill Country Fair: October, 2008 ($)
Historic Prater’s Mill invites visitors to this authentic, working gristmill for an old-fashioned country fair. The fair offers arts and crafts, food, and entertainment in its breathtaking North Georgia setting. www.pratersmill.org / 706.694.6455.
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GoFest: October, 2008 (FREE)
GoFest provides people with disabilities and their families the available resources and opportunities that would enable individuals to realize their maximum potential. The fair includes adaptive athletics, a job fair, a petting zoo, adaptive horseback riding, arts and crafts, a climbing wall, exhibitors, and food. www.gofestchattanooga.org |
Ketner's Mill Country Fair: October, 2008 ($)
This annual fair features family fun, living history and fine crafts. The fair was listed on Sunshine Artists Top 200 traditional crafts fairs nationally. www.ketnersmill.org /423.267.5702 or 423.821.3238.
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 Fall Leaf Cruises aboard the Southern Belle Riverboat: October-November, 2008 ($)
This four-hour Fall Leaf Cruise into the Tennessee River Gorge sails round-trip to and from Ross’s Landing, where you can see nature’s brilliant canvas of vivid fall colors. The cruise includes a deluxe deli buffet, live entertainment, informative commentary, free bingo with prizes. www.chattanoogariverboat.com / 800.766.2784. |
Fall Color Cruise aboard the Southern Belle Riverboat: October, 2008 ($)
This five-hour Fall Color Cruise through the Tennessee River Gorge sails to or from the Hales Bar Marina site located in Haletown, Tenn. The cruise includes lunch, live band, informative commentary, free bingo with prizes, and bus fare (one way by boat, one way by bus). www.chattanoogariverboat.com / 800.766.2784. |