# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Chattanooga 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Chattanooga with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
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## About

Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Chattanooga with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Chattanooga.

## Thanksgiving Events in Chattanooga

- **Event Name**: Gratefull 2026
  - **Description**: Celebrating 11 Years of Coming Together along one long table! 

Free and ALL are welcome to join together for a Thanksgiving meal in the middle of Martin Luther King Blvd. There is no fee, no expectations, and no agenda — just an open invitation. 

For th
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 19 2026 at 11:30 am – Thu Nov 19 2026 at 01:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/gratefull-2026/200030548902736
  - **Venue**: Bessie Smith Cultural Center
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  - **Categories**: art, thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Chattanooga Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for the best Chattanooga Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl yet! Bar hop through the best bars in Chattanooga for our annual pub crawl.About this EventChattanooga Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 01:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/chattanooga-official-thanksgiving-eve-bar-crawl-2026/100001983727243586
  - **Venue**: Downtown Chattanooga
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 13
  - **Categories**: fitness, Parties, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: 2026 Grateful Gobbler 5K
  - **Description**: The Grateful Gobbler 5K is an annual walk/run every year on Thanksgiving Day.About this EventTHE 2026 GRATEFUL GOBBLER 5KBig news for 2026. The Maclellan Shelter for Families on Ea
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/2026-grateful-gobbler-5k/100001996919106804
  - **Venue**: Coolidge Park
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 35
  - **Categories**: fitness, Nonprofit, Workshops
- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Market
  - **Description**: Kick off Thanksgiving week with a Market full of fresh, local goodness. The Thanksgiving Market is your one-stop shop for everything on your holiday table — picture seasonal vegetables, breads, cranberry sauce, pies, and all the finishing touches that mak
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/thanksgiving-market/200029789106339
  - **Venue**: 1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN, United States, Tennessee 37408
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, holiday, christmas, christmas-markets-and-fairs
- **Event Name**: Food Truck Friday: Thanks and Giving
  - **Description**: Spice up your lunch break at Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga’s ‘Food Truck Friday,’ sponsored by TVFCU.About this EventSpice up your lunch break by supporting local! 😋Come join LAUNCH at the Kitchen Incubator of C
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 06 2026 at 11:00 am – Fri Nov 06 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/food-truck-friday-thanks-and-giving/100001989622428242
  - **Venue**: Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: The Hungry Turkey
  - **Description**: Ready to earn your Thanksgiving feast? Join us for a fun, festive race where you’ll burn off those calories before the big meal—and try not to get caught by the Hungry Turkey!

🎽 Choose Your Distance:
• 5K (Run or Walk)
• 10K
• Half Marathon

✨ What to Ex
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat Nov 28 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/the-hungry-turkey/200030636863659
  - **Venue**: 400 River Street, Chattanooga, TN, USA
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  - **Categories**: Sports, Workshops
- **Event Name**: HOPE FOR THE HOMELESS
  - **Description**: HOPE FOR THE HOMELESS Mount Carmel Ministries THANKSGIVING DAY Outreach
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: The Chattanooga Rescue Mission
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## Trending Events in Chattanooga

- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Chattanooga, TN
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Chattanooga
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- **Event Name**: Doobie Brothers at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
  - **Venue**: Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: Billy Strings
  - **Description**: InformationAll tickets are mobile delivery only. Delayed delivery, no tickets will be delivered prior to 2 days before the event. Tickets are non-transferrable. No refunds or exchanges. All sales are final. There is a strict 2 ticket li
  - **Venue**: Tivoli Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Chattanooga Oktoberfest®
  - **Description**: The region’s most family-friendly Oktoberfest returns to Chattanooga for a weekend full of music, food, tradition, and fun — with a local twist. Chattanooga Oktoberfest® blends classic German sights, sounds, and flavors with the creative spirit of our cit
  - **Venue**: 1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN, United States, Tennessee 37408
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- **Event Name**: Chattanooga Pride Parade And Festival
  - **Description**: Chattanooga's 26th Annual Pride Parade & Festival

Chattanooga is a river of confluence — where mountains and water, and countless identities, converge into one thriving community that celebrates, supports, and uplifts our LGBTQ+ family. 

Join us fo
  - **Venue**: Ross's Landing
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- **Event Name**: The Great Inflate Chattanooga TN
  - **Description**: An Inflatable Family Fun EventAbout this EventGet ready, Chattanooga! The Great Inflate is bringing a full day of high-energy, family-friendly fun to the city. This exciting inflatable festival is designed
  - **Venue**: Tennessee Riverpark
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- **Event Name**: Leanne Morgan
  - **Venue**: McKenzie Arena
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- **Event Name**: Aquascarium 2026
  - **Description**: Registration is now open for Tennessee Aquarium Members! General Admission registration will open to the public on September 14. Become a member and register today!

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  - **Venue**: 1 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN, United States, Tennessee 37402
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- **Event Name**: Michael McDonald in Chattanooga
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss this Out! Michael McDonald is Live at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium on Friday, October 9, 2026! 🎶
This is your moment. Michael McDonald is hitting Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium on
  - **Venue**: Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga?
  - **A:** Gratefull 2026 (Thu Nov 19 2026 at 11:30 am at Bessie Smith Cultural Center), Chattanooga Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026 (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 08:00 pm at Downtown Chattanooga), 2026 Grateful Gobbler 5K (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 08:00 am at Coolidge Park), Thanksgiving Market (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 11:00 am at 1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN, United States, Tennessee 37408), Food Truck Friday: Thanks and Giving (Fri Nov 06 2026 at 11:00 am at Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga).
- **Q**: What are the top free Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga?
  - **A:** Food Truck Friday: Thanks and Giving (Fri Nov 06 2026 at 11:00 am at Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga include Bessie Smith Cultural Center, Downtown Chattanooga, Coolidge Park.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga?
  - **A:** Prices for Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga range from up to USD 35. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga include River City Company, BarCrawl.com, Grateful Gobbler.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Thanksgiving events in Chattanooga?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Chattanooga.

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