Chattanooga lights up New Year’s Eve with a blend of community spirit, scenic ambiance, good food, and live entertainment.
Do you have special plans to usher in 2026? If not, we’ve put together a brief list of places celebrating New Year’s Eve to help you find just the right event (or restaurant) to help you ring in the new year just the way you like.
At the heart of the city’s celebrations is the annual Coolidge Park New Year’s Eve event, a free, family-friendly festival along the Tennessee River featuring live music, interactive kids’ activities, food and beverage vendors, and a joyful midnight fireworks display that fills the sky above downtown.
Beyond the riverfront festivities, Chattanooga’s vibrant downtown buzzes with options for every style of celebration. From ticketed parties and live music events at hotels and venues to late-night dance parties, upscale dinners, and rooftop gatherings with champagne toasts, there’s something for those seeking a more adult-oriented night out as the clock counts down…