All Year Round Events for Any Taste from Festivals and Concerts to Markets and Exhibits

June 14, 2010 - PRLog -- Chattanooga is a wonderful place to take a vacation. From the natural beauty of the Ocoee River and Lookout Mountain to the old fashioned fun of the Lake Winnipesaukah amusement park, there are many reasons you should consider taking your family vacation to lovely Chattanooga. Located in Hamilton county, Tennessee, Chattanooga offers a bustling downtown district full of shops and restaurants and many events throughout the year so you will sure to find something exciting happening regardless of when you visit. If you plan to visit during the summer, you will be treated to many Chattanooga events like outdoor festivals and concerts to entertain your whole family.

If you plan to be in Chattanooga in mid-June the Riverbend Festival is a must see event that will thrill music lovers and offers excellent entertainment for the whole family. This nine day music festival offers over one hundred bands across five stages with the bands representing just about every genre of music you can imagine. For those over twenty-one, there are alcoholic refreshments available for purchase at the concessions, but only those with a valid driver’s license verifying their age will be able to partake. Consider taking a blanket and spending a little extra money to stretch out on the lawn in front of the main stage to enjoy the music up close and personal. There is also a family section that strictly prohibits smoking or consuming alcoholic beverages providing a more wholesome environment for you and your family.

Chattanooga also offers the legendary Tivoli Theater which hosts a wide variety events throughout the year so finding something that appeals to you during your visit shouldn’t be difficult at all. From bodybuilding events to live music performances, the Tivoli Theater offers something for everyone. Starting its life as a movie palace in 1921, the Tivoli has become one of Chattanooga’s most treasured landmarks and a favorite place in Chattanooga to see live performances.

The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium is another excellent venue in Chattanooga for live theater events. Hosting concerts by some of the most recognizable names in music as well as world class performances of some of the world’s most beloved plays, the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium is the site of some of the best events Chattanooga has to offer. There is always something exciting going on there, so be sure to consider making it a stop while vacationing in Chattanooga.

For the art lover, Chattanooga offers the Hunter Museum where you will find exhibits and collections that will appeal to you regardless of what kind of art you are interested in. From more contemporary collections to more traditional collections, you are sure to find something that delights you and captures your interest.

Chattanooga is truly a culturally rich city offering many opportunities for the art buff or the music lover to feed their soul while enjoying the friendly hospitality the residents offer. This is truly the ideal city for your vacation offering many affordable options regardless of your budget and a wealth of opportunities for fun and relaxation.

See the Chattanooga Events Calendar at: http://www.scenicchattanooga.net/chattanooga-calendar/mon...-

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