Chattanooga, September 30, 2025

News Summary

Chattanooga is celebrating the Halloween season with a series of events throughout October. Families can enjoy activities like the Monster Bash and Boo in the Zoo, while adults can partake in themed parties and haunted attractions. With something for everyone, this spooky month promises vibrant festivities across the city.

Chattanooga Celebrates the Spooky Season with a Month of Halloween Festivities

Fall has officially arrived in Chattanooga, and the city is gearing up for a month filled with exciting Halloween-themed events and festivals throughout October 2025. Families and adults alike can look forward to numerous activities that celebrate the spirit of the spooky season.

The Creative Discovery Museum will play a central role in the festivities by hosting Halloween-themed events across the month. Notable among these is the Monster Bash, scheduled for October 10 and 11 from 6–8 p.m. This family-friendly event invites guests to wear kid-friendly costumes and partake in a variety of crafts, meet special guests, and enjoy an array of spooky fun. Tickets for the Monster Bash can be purchased at cdmfun.org.

In addition to the Monster Bash, the museum will also feature Drink and Discover: Mad Science on October 24 from 7–10 p.m. This adults-only experience invites participants to engage in fun experiments, sip themed cocktails, and tackle monstrous challenges. Costumes are encouraged, and tickets for this unique event are also available at cdmfun.org.

Major Events Throughout October

Chattanooga will host several significant events throughout October, contributing to the busy social calendar. The 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival kicks off the month on October 3-4 at Ross’s Landing, followed by the Apple Festival on October 5 from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. at First Horizon Pavilion. Concurrently, the Chattanooga Pride Parade + Festival will take place on October 5 from 1–8 p.m. at Ross’s Landing.

Other key happenings this October include:

• Highland Park Porchfest: October 10-11 in the Highland Park Neighborhood.
• Nooga Underground Film Festival: October 11 at Barking Legs Theater.
• Chattanooga Oktoberfest: October 11-12 at First Horizon Pavilion.
• Between the Bridges Arts Festival: October 18-19 at Coolidge Park.
• Lookout Comedy Festival: October 22-25 in various locations.
• Frazier Festival: October 25 at Frazier Avenue.
• Wine Over Water: October 25 at Renaissance Park.
• Chattanooga Jazz Fest: October 26 at Chattanooga Choo Choo.

Ticket prices for events and festivals vary, with many offering free admission.

Halloween-Themed Events for Families

In addition to the adult-focused activities, families can enjoy a range of Halloween-themed events including:

• Boo in the Zoo: October 10-31 at Chattanooga Zoo.
• Halloween Trail Fest: October 10.
• Spooky Paws Pet Parade: October 4 at Tennessee Riverpark.
• Halloween Pup Crawl: October 18 in downtown Chattanooga.

Adult Halloween Events

For adults seeking thrills, several Halloween events are planned, including:

• Frights & Pints: October 23 at Chattanooga Zoo.
• Ghosts, Gatsby & Glitz Halloween Party: October 31 at The Read House Hotel.
• Hits96 Gravediggers Ball: October 31 at Barrelhouse Ballroom.

Haunted Attractions

Chattanooga will also feature various haunted attractions throughout the month. Noteworthy attractions include:

• Dread Hollow: Open October 2-November 2.
• The Haunted Hilltop: Open every weekend through November 1.
• Haunted Corn Maze at Copper Creek Farm.
• Chattanooga Ghost Tours: Offering insights into local supernatural history.

With a plethora of arts, crafts, and fall festivals scheduled across the region, October is shaping up to be a vibrant and exciting month for all ages in Chattanooga.

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Additional Resources

• Nooga Today: Chattanooga Events
• Chattanooga Pulse: Halloween Fun
• Times Free Press: Things to Do in Chattanooga
• Mocs: Boo & Gold Halloween Event
• Chattanooga Pulse: Halloween Bar Crawl
• Wikipedia: Halloween
• Google Search: Chattanooga October 2025 Events
• Google Scholar: Chattanooga Halloween Events
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Halloween
• Google News: Chattanooga Events October 2025

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