🦌 Reindeer on the Riverfront

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Local Snapshots

🎄 Festive Forest Opens in Miller Park

Miller Park is getting into the holiday spirit as the third annual Festive Forest opened last night.

For the next five weeks, the downtown park will be filled with glowing lights and more than one hundred decorated trees, each sponsored and designed by local businesses and organizations.

It’s a free, family-friendly way to enjoy holiday lights right in the heart of the city. The trees will be lit through January 1, so be sure to swing by and check them out!

🦌 Reindeer on the Riverfront Returns

Reindeer on the Riverfront returns Friday, November 28, with the 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade lighting up Downtown Chattanooga.

Starting at 4 PM at Ross’s Landing and the Chattanooga Green, families can enjoy free photos with real reindeer and Santa, holiday vendors, a hot cocoa bar, and festive character appearances.

At 7 PM, more than 25 brightly decorated boats will cruise between the Olgiati and Walnut Street bridges, followed by fireworks over the river at 8 PM. It’s all free, but you’ll want to bring chairs and blankets! More details can be found here.

🎭️ Tivoli Theatre Brings Broadway to the Library Family Pass

The Tivoli Theatre Foundation and the Chattanooga Public Library have expanded their partnership to include tickets for the 2025–2026 Season of Broadway at the Memorial Auditorium.

The Broadway passes are being offered in honor of the late Dr. Carol Berz, a devoted supporter of both the Library and the Tivoli Foundation. Each pass can be redeemed for two opening-night tickets, available on a first-come basis at the Downtown Library with a valid library card beginning two weeks before each show.

Eligible productions include Clue, Kinky Boots, The Sound of Music, Mamma Mia!, The Wiz, and Mrs. Doubtfire! Here are more details on the Pass Program.

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Weekend Game Plan

Friday, November 28

• Clue at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium: Enjoy a hilarious and suspenseful live stage adaptation of the classic mystery game "Clue"!

• Reindeer on the Riverfront at Ross's Landing: See real live reindeer, take pictures with Santa, and enjoy the 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade along the riverfront!

• Christmas at Happy Valley Farms at Happy Valley Farms: Kick off the holiday season with glowing lights, treats, wagon rides, and fresh-cut Christmas trees!

• North Pole Train Rides at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum: Visit the North Pole and see all of the Christmas decorations!

• Holiday Jubilee at The Read House: Enjoy live entertainment, a complimentary Hot Chocolate, Cider & Cookie stations, pictures with Santa, and more!

• Merry Grinchmas at PlayPalz Indoor Playground: Meet the Grinch for holiday photos!

• The Polar Express 3D in IMAX at Tennessee Aquarium: Experience the holiday classic "The Polar Express" in immersive 3D IMAX!

• Winter Skating at Stable 41: Glide on the ice at this seasonal skating rink offering fun for all ages with a unique twist on holiday entertainment!

• UTC Men's Basketball vs Tennessee Wesleyan at McKenzie Arena: Cheer on the UTC Mocs take on Tennessee Wesleyan!

• Jason Robinson at The Comedy Catch: Catch Jason Robinson's high-energy, quick-witted stand-up comedy performance full of original humor!

• Amythyst Kiah at Songbirds: Experience Amythyst Kiah's powerful blend of folk, blues, and rock!

• Forbidden Highway at HiFi Clyde’s: Enjoy an evening of live music with Forbidden Highway!

• Sol Parade at Cherry Street Tavern: Get ready for a night of electric grooves and good times!

Saturday, November 29

• Grand Opening at Timeless Treasure Vault: Come check out the grand opening of the new resale store!

• 2nd Birthday Bash + Vintage Market at Electric Crocodile: Toast to two years of quirky vibes with a vintage market and live music!

• BadCon 2 at Chattanooga Marriott Downtown: Don’t miss the ultimate horror/anime convention!

• Christkindlmarkt at Gordon Lee Mansion: Step into a winter wonderland where the sweet aroma of gingerbread fills the air!

• Holiday Market at Common House: A curated holiday market featuring over 25 local vendors offering everything from candles and jewelry to pottery!

• Christmas in Fort Oglethorpe at Stable 41: Enjoy the parade, light the tree, and kick off the season with food, shopping, music, and skating!

• Christmas Ball at Gordon Lee Mansion: Step into a world of elegance and holiday enchantment!

• Pink Houses: The Ultimate Mellencamp Experience at Songbirds: Relive John Mellencamp's rock anthems with this spot-on tribute band!

• The Emo Night Tour at The Signal: Blast from the past with emo anthems, live bands, and DJ sets for a nostalgic night!

• 1990s/2000s R&B and Hip-Hop Party at Barrelhouse Ballroom: Relive the golden era with smooth R&B grooves and hip-hop bangers!

Sunday, November 30

• Hope Included Holiday Festival at Riverview Park: Enjoy a magical afternoon with a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and a cookie-making experience with Buddy the Elf!

• Holiday Friendsgiving at The Comedy Catch: Enjoy an afternoon of laughter and help raise money for Paw Paws Homeless Ministry!

• Family Movie Night at Faith Community Wesleyan Church: Enjoy a free showing of The Star that follows the experiences of the animals present for Jesus’ birth!

Don’t Miss This

🎄 Hamilton County Christmas Tree Lighting

Monday, December 1 | 4:30 PM | Hamilton County Courthouse | Free | More Info

Meet on the courthouse lawn for Hamilton County’s 4th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting! There will be live music and photos with Santa!

🧩 Puzzle Palooza

Wednesday, December 3 | 6 PM | Chestnut Hall | Free | More Info

Are you an avid puzzle worker? This is your chance to shine. The first 2 teams that finish their puzzle the fastest will receive prizes!

🥁 A Christmas Jazz Concert

Thursday, December 4 | 7 PM | Barking Legs Theatre | $15 | More Info

Come get in the holiday spirit with some of Chattanooga's finest. Barking Legs Theatre will be warm with Christmas jazz, and some familiar standards you know and love!

🤣 Jerry Seinfeld

Friday, December 5 | 7 PM | Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium | $75 | More Info

Enjoy an evening of laughter with the iconic comedian! Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere.

🎵 Handel’s Messiah

Friday, December 5 | 7:30 PM | First Presbyterian Church | $45+ | More Info

Celebrate the season with Chattanooga’s only fully professional performance of Handel’s Messiah, featuring the world-famous Hallelujah Chorus.

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