# 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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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**: parties, thanksgiving, bar-crawls, entertainment, holiday, pub-crawl
- **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**: food-drinks

## Trending Events in Chattanooga

- **Event Name**: 5K10k Run4Love - 2026
  - **Description**: WHAT: Race to the Dream with a 5K or 10KWHEN: Saturday, September 12 2026Walk-in Registration and Packet Pick-up from 8:00 A.M. - 8:30 A.M.Run begins at 9:00 A.M.WHERE
  - **Venue**: Tennessee Riverpark
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- **Event Name**: Chattanooga World Food Truck Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Chattanooga World Food Truck Festival 2026 is gonna be a tasty, fun-packed feast for all food lovers!About this EventChattanooga World Food Truck FestivalPresented by EPB & Dadbod GoGet ready for one of t
  - **Venue**: Tennessee Riverpark
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- **Event Name**: Chattanooga Mocs vs. Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
  - **Venue**: Davenport Field At Finley Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Chatta Town Tasting Festival 2026
  - **Description**: A full day of flavor, fun, and community celebration.About this Event4th AnnualChatta Town Tasting Festival 2026Chattanooga TN
  - **Venue**: 140 Riverfront Pkwy
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- **Event Name**: Fall Food Truck Rally
  - **Description**: Kick off Labor Day weekend with big flavors and fall vibes at the Fall Street Food Rally! We’re bringing together a lineup of local food trucks serving up crave-worthy eats alongside live music and your favorite Chattanooga Market vendors.

Come hungry, w
  - **Venue**: 1801 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN, United States, Tennessee 37408
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- **Event Name**: Departure: The Journey Tribute Band | Hot Fuss: A Killers Tribute
  - **Description**: Join us for our summer of FREE music on the riverfront! Chairs, blankets, and leashed pets are welcome. Arrival prior to showtime is encouraged. Food and beverages* are available for purchase through the on-site vendors each week.
Concession and drink sal
  - **Venue**: 100 Riverfront Parkway, Chattanooga, TN, United States, Tennessee 37402
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- **Event Name**: Rodney Carrington at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
  - **Venue**: Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: Odd Market Fall 2026
  - **Description**: Vendor applications here! https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=51850

Seed Theatre is thrilled to announce our next rendition of The Odd Market! This is a vibrant celebration of all things unconventional and extraordinary. Boasting over 100 vendors
  - **Venue**: Stove Works
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- **Event Name**: FREE Family Beach Movie Night at Ross's Landing
  - **Description**: Summer Beach Movie Night is coming to Ross’s Landing!

Join us Saturday, August 28 at 7 PM for a FREE showing of The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants on the big screen!

Come out and enjoy face painting, a beach water slide, music, free photos, sp
  - **Venue**: 201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN 37402-1620, United States
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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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