14 Things to Do in Chattanooga This Week · August 27–30, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Kawaii Rave - 18+

A cosplay, anime, K-Pop, and J-Pop remix dance party for adults 18 and up at The Parlour at The Signal.

Friday, August 28, 2026 Doors: 8pm · The Parlour at The Signal, Chattanooga

Ontonio Kareem

Rising star comedian, writer, and actor Ontonio Kareem performs at The Comedy Catch for a two-night rated-R engagement.

Friday, August 28, 2026 · The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St, Chattanooga

The NEW Monthly Jazz Jam for Pros

Barking Legs Theater hosts its new monthly jazz jam open to professional musicians — an intimate evening of improvised jazz.

Monday, August 31, 2026 7:30 PM · Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Avenue, Chattanooga

Arts & Culture

CreativeMornings Chattanooga – Nakhlah with Tim Cofield

ACM- and CMA-nominated director and Cannes Lion award-winning cinematographer Tim Cofield speaks at CreativeMornings Chattanooga on the theme 'Nakhlah' (palm tree) — exploring resilience and storytelling.

Friday, August 28, 2026 9:00 AM · Chattanooga

Miles to Manhattan: A Night of Cabaret

A cabaret fundraiser at Barking Legs Theater celebrating a Chattanooga playwright whose original work 'Unreached Things' has been selected for an Off-Broadway run in New York City.

Friday, August 28, 2026 8:00 PM · Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Avenue, Chattanooga

Chattanooga Book Club – Remarkably Bright Creatures

The Chattanooga Book Club gathers to discuss 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' by Shelby Van Pelt for their August 2026 pick.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 1:00 PM · Chattanooga

Steve Gonsalves Live – A Life with Ghosts

Ghost Hunters star Steve Gonsalves brings his live paranormal storytelling show to the Chattanooga Convention Center.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 · Chattanooga Convention Center, One Carter Plaza

Family-Friendly

Wildwood Playscape at Enterprise South Nature Park

The newly opened nature-based playscape at Enterprise South Nature Park uses logs, boulders, and earth features to encourage climbing, balance, and imagination for kids of all ages.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · Enterprise South Nature Park, Chattanooga

GOLDEN: A K-Pop Kids Party!

A family-friendly dance party featuring K-Pop songs, remixes, and iconic pop anthems from the movies — costumes and dancing encouraged, brought to you by the creators of Kawaii Rave.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 Doors: 10:30am · The Parlour at The Signal, Chattanooga

Outdoors & Active

Chatt Town Cool Down 2026

Chattanooga's end-of-summer riverside celebration — a day of outdoor exploration, fun, and cooling off to close out the season.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 11:00 AM · Chattanooga Riverfront

Free Events

Noontunes – Live Music at Lunch

Free weekly lunchtime live music from Chattanooga-area musicians, hosted in partnership with the City of Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors, with food trucks and games.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 12:00 PM · Downtown Chattanooga

Riverfront Nights – Labor Day Weekend Final Night

The final night of the 2026 Riverfront Nights free concert series on Chattanooga's riverfront, closing out a summer of live music at First Horizon Pavilion.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 · Chattanooga Riverfront

Date Night

Sunset Kayak with Tennessee River Gorge Trust

An evening paddle on the Tennessee River at sunset in partnership with Tennessee River Gorge Trust, hosted by Outdoor Chattanooga.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 6:00 PM · Chattanooga

Festivals & Special Events

The Pink Bride Show

A popular bridal showcase event at the Chattanooga Convention Center for couples planning their wedding.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 · Chattanooga Convention Center, One Carter Plaza