
2025 Christmas Season
Upcoming public events.
These events are open to everyone! Plan ahead or drop by spur of the moment to support local businesses!
Public Events & Details
Event
Literary Ink Tattoo Convention:
Enchanted Forest
Date & Time
Sunday 9/7
2:30pm - 5:30pm
Chattanooga Convention Center
Chattanooga, TN
Location
Friday 11/14
Time TBA
Lee University
Christmas Tree Lighting
Friday 11/21
Time TBA
Lee University
Cleveland, TN
Tennessee Aquarium
Chattanooga, TN
Tennessee Aquarium
Holiday Cheers
Sunday 11/30
4pm - 6pm
Riverview Park
Chattanooga, TN
EPB Holiday Windows Opening
Wednesday 11/26
5pm - 6pm
Holiday Festival
by Hope Included
Saturday 12/6
10am start
Main Street
Chattanooga, TN
MainX24 Parade
Saturday 12/6
after the parade
Main Line Tattoo
Chattanooga, TN
Christmas in Collegedale
Sunday 12/7
3pm - 7pm
The Commons
Collegedale, TN
Main Line Tattoo
Photo Booth & Party
Friday 12/12
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Rock Point Church Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
SHYNE Collective
Open House
Sunday 12/14
9:30am - 12:30pm
SHYNE Collective
downtown Chattanooga
Rock Point Church
Chattanooga
Sunday 12/14
Time TBA
Location TBA
Chattanooga, TN
Location Coming Soon
She Bop Pop-Up
Holiday Event
Clayton Homes of Hixson
Clayton Homes of Hixson
Hixson, TN
Links

A Christmas Craft with an Elf
Get crafty with me! Let’s do a Christmas craft together - and you get to stay at home! Just click the link provided to register and get details. Pass it along to others. It’s sure to be a blast for kids and adults! I can’t wait!

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!

Downtown Dough
Drop by for a snack or a treat! There’s never a bad time for this edible cookie dough (Keto, gluten free, and vegan options available). But it gets better - there’s Hershey’s Ice Cream and Italian Ice as well! Next to Buffalo Wild Wings on Market Street in Chattanooga. Look for me out front!

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!

Holiday She Bop Pop-Up Event
Stop by to say hi and knock out some serious Christmas shopping! Dozens of vendors, delicious food options, and even more fun! We’ll be at the Chattanooga Whiskey Distillery at M.L.K and Riverfront Parkway in downtown Chattanooga. I’d love to see you there!

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!

Downtown Dough
Drop by for a snack or a treat! There’s never a bad time for this edible cookie dough (Keto, gluten free, and vegan options available). But it gets better - there’s Hershey’s Ice Cream and Italian Ice as well! Next to Buffalo Wild Wings on Market Street in Chattanooga. Look for me out front!

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!

MainX24 Parade
Come to the biggest parade in town as we kick off MainX24, a 24-hour celebration on Chattanooga’s southside. Then, stick around to check out all the festivities.

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!

Playdatez
Support local on Small Business Saturday, and bring the kiddos to play! The Chattanooga Elf will be there too, ready to have some fun! Get more info and a head start on your waiver at playdatezchatt.com. Note: admission required for entry.

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!
The Book & Cover
Support local today! It’s story time with The Chattanooga Elf! Bring the whole family to this cozy independent book store in Chattanooga on Small Business Saturday. At The Book & Cover, the guiding principles are “read books” and “stay curious.” Come for fun stories with the Elf, meet the owners, and connect with the community!

Mango’s Décor & Co
Stop in and check out unique, quality home furnishings - from bedding, kitchenware, home décor, and holiday goods to chairs and sofas. Who knows, maybe you’ll even pick up some North Pole decorating tips while you’re there, courtesy of your very own Chattanooga Elf!

EPB Holiday Windows Reveal
Come see what surprises EPB has in store for the community this year! The employee-powered project is a hit each year, decorating their building windows with different holiday themes and displaying original themed content on their huge digital displays. EPB has included The Chattanooga Elf the last several years, and this year is something special! Come say hi, and you may see some other familiar holiday faces too!

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!

Boxcar General Store
Come shop for yourself or that special someone! Nostalgic Candy, Southern Goods, and Classic Toys. Stop by, say hi, and pick yourself out something nice! On Frazier Avenue in Chattanooga, right next to the walking bridge. Look for the elf!

Elf Mini Photo Shoot
A top-notch professional photo session with one of Chattanooga’s premier photographers, Elizabeth Burns Photography, and me! Come have fun and capture all the smiles, whether you use it for your Christmas card or not. *reservation required