# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Downtown Library 50th Anniversary Block Party
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The Downtown Library is turning 50, and we’re taking the celebration into the streets! For half a century, this library has been our community’s place to discover, create, and connect. To mark 50 amazing years, we’re throwing a giant, casual, action-packed block party—and everyone is invited!

Whether you’ve been coming here since 1976 or just got your library card last week, grab the kids, bring your neighbors, and help us blow out the candles.

The Details: 
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 9:00AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Right outside the Downtown Library on Broad Street (Street will be closed to traffic!)
Cost: 100% FREE!
 
What’s Happening on the Block?
- Food Trucks & Birthday Treats: Local eats available for purchase, plus FREE cake and cup cakes starting at 2pm while supplies last!
- Kids’ Zone: Inflatables, scavenger hunt, face painting, touch-a-truck and bubble machines galore.
- Live Tunes & Performances: Yoga in the morning at 9am. Line Dancing in the afternoon and jam out to upbeat music from local bands.
 - Maker Day & Author Talk: Enjoy a special 50th Anniversary celebration Maker Day on 4th floor and the annual Local Author Festival on 1st floor.
 - Book Sale: Chattanooga Public Library Foundation book sale on every floor.

Good to Know:

- Free Parking in the EPB Garage.
- Feel free to bring your own lawn chairs or blankets to kick back and listen to the music!
- In case of rain, don’t worry—we’ll move all the fun indoors!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/downtown-library-50th-anniversary-block-party/200030787746223
- **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, Kids, Festivals, food-drinks, health-wellness, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Chattanooga
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1001 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402-2620, United States
- **lat**: 35.04436
- **long**: -85.31076
- **full address**: 1001 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402-2620, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Downtown Library 50th Anniversary Block Party being held?
  - **A:** Downtown Library 50th Anniversary Block Party takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 1001 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402-2620, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Downtown Library 50th Anniversary Block Party?
  - **A:** Downtown Library 50th Anniversary Block Party is organized by The Chattanooga Public Library.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at The Chattanooga Public Library's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given The Chattanooga Public Library a rating of 1/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. The Chattanooga Public Library has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Downtown Library 50th Anniversary Block Party is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chattanooga, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Downtown Library 50th Anniversary Block Party sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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