9 Things to Do in Chattanooga This Week · August 6–9, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Josh Pray at The Comedy Catch

Multi-faceted comedian and prolific online content creator Josh Pray brings his PG-18 special engagement to Chattanooga's legendary comedy club.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 · The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St, Chattanooga

Colony House at Walker Theater

Indie rock band Colony House performs at the Walker Theater in Chattanooga.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 · Walker Theater, Chattanooga

Latin Night: La Rumba @ The Barlery

Chattanooga Outdoor Adventures hosts a Latin dance night at The Barlery — a great spot to salsa, meet new people, and enjoy the night.

Saturday, August 8, 2026 9:00 PM · The Barlery, Chattanooga

Free Events

Board Game Day at The Greenhouse Barrel

The Chattanooga Board Game Club gathers at Oddstory's MLK location for an evening of tabletop gaming open to all.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 6:00 PM · The Greenhouse Barrel (Oddstory MLK), Chattanooga

Outdoors & Active

Downtown Kayak

Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a morning kayak paddle through the downtown waterways on the Tennessee River.

Friday, August 7, 2026 8:00 AM · Downtown Chattanooga (Tennessee River)

Arts & Culture

Chris Higgins at The Comedy Catch

Award-winning comedian Chris Higgins, winner of 'Best of the Fest' at Westend Comedy Festival and 10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival, performs two nights of Rated R comedy.

Friday, August 7, 2026 · The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St, Chattanooga

Festivals & Special Events

Animeverse at Chattanooga Convention Center

A multi-week anime and pop culture convention running throughout August at the Chattanooga Convention Center.

Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Chattanooga Convention Center, One Carter Plaza, Chattanooga

River Games Chattanooga

Three days of high-energy waterfront competition, races, live music, and downtown fun along the Tennessee River.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Downtown Chattanooga Riverfront

Date Night

Kriya One Meditation with Delta Groove Yogini

An intimate two-hour immersive experience covering the foundations of Kriya One meditation through breath, mantra, and meditation at Yoga Landing.

Sunday, August 9, 2026 · Yoga Landing, Downtown Chattanooga