Chattanooga is going all out for Earth Week 2025, and you’re invited to be part of the movement! From the mountains to the riverfront, our city will come alive with free events, outdoor adventures, volunteer opportunities, and celebrations of sustainability.
This year is extra special—we're proudly celebrating our new title as the first National Park City in America! That means even more reason to get outside, explore, and take part in shaping a greener, healthier Chattanooga for all.
Expect: 🌳 Tree plantings and park clean-ups 🚲 Bike rides, hikes, Easter Egg Hunts and outddor events 🎶 Live music, local food, gear swaps and eco-friendly vendors 🌱 Workshops on gardening, composting, and conservation 🎨 Family-friendly arts and nature activities
Click the banner below for the full calendar of events from all our friends and partners!
News Notes!
Clearing and site prepping for a new playground at Heritage Park has begun. Pardon our progress. This includes closing portions of the park, including the swings and walkways.
Portions of the Double J and Strut trails on Stringer's Ridge remain closed due to recent fires. Trail maintenance is required to restore portions of the trail to ensure safety. We will keep you posted on when the trails will reopen.
Note, Coolidge Park, The Passage, and the river trail at the Aquarium will open in mid-May to around Memorial Day Weekend.
The Walnut Street Bridge renovation is moving along as planned, as crews continue to finish work on the lower platform and cabling above in preparation for sandblasting starting soon.
We need your thoughts! How can we make recreation programs better for you and your family? Let us know here!
Have you always wanted to learn how to ride a bike? Never too old to learn! This Thursday, from 5:30pm to 7pm, join Outdoor Chattanooga at Rivermont Park at 1096 Lupton Drive. But you must register first!! Bikes and lessons are provided free.
A Hunt We Will Go! Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Warner Park this Saturday
Families are invited to join us at Warner Park, next to the Zoo, this Saturday for our Annual FREE Easter Egg Hunt. Events will begin at 10am with Bunny Walks, Music, Food, Carnival games and more. The "hunt" for eggs will begin at 12:30 by age group. This event is for ages 11 and under. Feel free to stop at the zoo as well for Hug a Bunny going on all day!
National Park City Celebration This Saturday! FREE
You’ve heard the news—Chattanooga is officially America’s First National Park City! Now it’s time to celebrate in a big way!
Join us Saturday, April 19th from 12PM - 7pm on the Chattanooga Green (right across from Ross’s Landing and the Tennessee Aquarium) for a FREE concert that’s all about music, dancing, and community as we kick off Earth Week in Chattanooga.
Get ready to dance the night away with high-energy performances from MillionDollaMan, Rachel McIntyre Smith, The Essentials, Slim Pickins, and the one and only Cupid—creator of the global hit, the Cupid Shuffle and Flex!
Silver Adventures Walk with the National Park Service and Outdoor Chattanooga
Discover the wonders of the great outdoors with Outdoor Chattanooga’s Silver Adventures, for adults aged 50 and above. This adventure is with the Chickamauga Chattanooga National Park Service to offer a guided hike with a NPS interpretive ranger to narrate the battlefield history of Lookout Mountain. This moderately challenging trail is located near Craven’s House of Lookout Mountain and is known for its scenic views and historical significance. The trail typically takes around 2.5 hours to complete with a leisurely pace and plenty of stops for interpretive discussion.
The weather is perfect for 2 FREE Movies in a Park on Friday, April 25th. The Lorax at Lake Hills Park off Hwy 58, starting at dusk and Moana 2 at Eastdale Park-1312 Moss Drive, starting at dusk! Bring a chair, blanket, family and friends!
Annual GEARage Sale Saturday, April 26th. Sell Your Stuff!
Get ready for the Outdoor GEARage Sale, hosted by Waterways, Gear Closet, and Outdoor Chattanooga, on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Greenway Farm! This one-of-a-kind event is your chance to score amazing deals on gently used outdoor gear like tents, bikes, backpacks, kayaks, and more. Looking to sell your own gear? Reserve a booth for just $10 in advance ($20 day of). In addition to shopping, enjoy live music, connect with outdoor organizations, and meet fellow adventurers. Want to get more involved? Volunteers are needed for setup, breakdown, and event support—reach out to Terri Chapin at tchapin@chattanooga.gov if you’re interested. Don’t miss this chance to reduce, reuse, resell, and get ready for your next adventure! Spots are limited, so register today.
Lend a Hand on Earth Day
Outdoor Chattanooga is hosting Earth Day Invasive Plant Removal and Mulching on Tuesday, April 22nd from 12pm - 3:30pm at the Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center. Help us help our home, the earth! (Wear closed toed shoes and pants, bring tools and gloves if you have them!) Sign up using the QR code!
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