May 10, 2026 — Brunch long, browse the market, hike easy, and wind down the weekend right.
Chattanooga's most-loved brunch spot. Gelato, fresh-baked pastries, biscuits, and creative southern plates. Expect a wait after 10 AM — put your name in and walk the riverfront.
Quirky North Shore institution with legendary pancakes, thick-cut bacon, and a funky vibe. Small space, big personality. Worth the wait for out-of-towners and locals alike.
Note: Bluegrass Grill is closed Sundays — but it's the best weekday brunch in town, so plan a Saturday visit. Scratch-made everything, strong coffee, and zero pretension.
The city's biggest weekly gathering. 200+ vendors with local produce, artisan crafts, food trucks, and live music. Kidsville keeps the little ones busy. Runs April–November.
Easy Sunday picks: Glen Falls trail on Lookout (1.5 mi round-trip, waterfall), Stringers Ridge (20 min to skyline views), or the Riverwalk (flat, paved, no sweat). Parking is free everywhere on Sundays.
Catch a Sunday matinee at one of Chattanooga's historic venues. The Tivoli's 2 PM shows are a classic. Check individual venue calendars for what's on.
Chattanooga breweries with Sunday hours: Oddstory (opens noon), Naked River (noon), Hutton & Smith (noon), Five Wits (noon). Most have patios and board games — a relaxed way to close the weekend.
River-view sculpture garden, Rembrandt's Coffee House, Tony's Pasta, and the Hunter Museum (free admission Sundays 12–5 with Bank of America card). One of the most walkable corners of the city.
Street parking downtown is free all day Sunday. Brunch spots fill by 10:30 AM — go early or embrace the wait. The Chattanooga Market is busiest 12–2 PM; arrive at 11 AM for first pick of produce and shorter food-truck lines. Most museums open at noon on Sundays. Breweries close by 8 PM, so plan an earlier afternoon crawl.
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Updated: May 1, 2026. Events verified at time of publication.