13 Things to Do in Chattanooga This Week · May 21–24, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Lookout Comedy Competition

The 2nd annual Lookout Comedy Competition takes the stage at The Comedy Catch across three nights of stand-up showdowns.

Friday, May 22 – Sunday, May 24, 2026 · The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St, Chattanooga, TN

The NEW Monthly Jazz Jam for Pros

Professional and advanced jazz musicians take the stage with a rotating house trio at Barking Legs Theater in this new monthly series for serious players and listeners.

Monday, May 25, 2026 7:30 PM · Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave, Chattanooga, TN

Free Events

Nightfall Free Concert Series

Chattanooga's original free outdoor concert series runs every Friday night through July 31 with diverse national and international artists in Miller Plaza.

Friday, May 22, 2026 7:00 PM · Miller Plaza & Miller Park, Downtown Chattanooga

TVFCU Riverfront Nights

Free live music, lawn games, and local food vendors return to the riverfront for the first Saturday of the 2026 season.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Chattanooga Riverfront

$5 Yoga (North Chattanooga)

An affordable community yoga class in North Chattanooga hosted by Chattanooga Community Yoga — just $5 to join.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 9:45 AM · North Chattanooga, TN

Arts & Culture

New Threads Kick Off & People Raising Event

A creative mixer at Barking Legs Theater featuring staged readings of new works in development and a gathering of artists and theatre lovers building a new Chattanooga theatre community.

Friday, May 22, 2026 7:30 PM · Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave, Chattanooga, TN

Family-Friendly

Weekend Hangouts May 22–24 – OneKW Picks

OneKW Chattanooga curates the top five community events for the May 22–24 weekend, including Nooga Splash and a fairy festival as highlighted by the Chattanooga Times Free Press.

Friday, May 22, 2026 · Various locations, Chattanooga, TN

Magic and Laughs

A clean comedy show featuring Lance Johnson and Lawrence James for a family-friendly night of laughter, magic, and unforgettable entertainment.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 · The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St, Chattanooga, TN

Outdoors & Active

Scenic City Run Crew Saturday Run

The Scenic City Run Crew meets every Saturday for a group run, welcoming new and veteran runners alike.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 9:00 AM · Fast Break Athletics, Chattanooga, TN

Lost Creek Cave Adventure

Chattanooga Outdoor Adventures leads a cave exploration outing at Lost Creek Cave — a unique subterranean experience for the curious.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 11:00 AM · Lost Creek Cave, Chattanooga area

Greenway Yoga Chattanooga – Weekly Classes

Greenway Yoga offers community yoga classes four days a week in the St. Elmo Historic District, with a bonus Savasana Sound Bath every Wednesday during Gentle Flow.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · St. Elmo Historic District, Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga River Runners – Chattanooga Chase Preview Run

The Chattanooga River Runners host a preview run of the Chattanooga Chase course at Riverview Park, followed by a post-run gathering at The Daily Ration.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 6:00 PM · Riverview Park, Chattanooga, TN

Sports

Chattanooga Chase Run

The Chattanooga Chase race takes place on Memorial Day — sign up and run with the Scenic City Run Crew for a discount code and community vibes.

Monday, May 25, 2026 · Riverview Park, Chattanooga, TN