The Complete 2026–2027 Guide
Craft fairs, farmers markets, art markets, and seasonal festivals in and around Chattanooga, TN — all in one place. We’re Shop the Market At, and we produce markets and festivals across the region all year long. Below is everything happening in 2026 and 2027, organized by season, plus how to get involved as a vendor.
Your One-Stop Guide
From spring garden galas to the holiday Christkindlmarkt season, most of our events are free to attend and family-friendly — an easy way to spend a weekend, support local makers, and find something good to eat. Here’s what you’ll find on this page:
The 2026–2027 Calendar
The full year, grouped by season. Times can shift slightly closer to each date — tap through to an event for the confirmed schedule, venue map, and vendor details.
The new season opens with Valentine, spring, and themed artisan markets at the Chattanooga Choo Choo and Coolidge Park, plus the return of the Crawfish Festival in historic Chickamauga.
Festival
February 6 · Chattanooga Choo Choo Gardens, Chattanooga, TN
A full-day New Orleans-style Mardi Gras celebration across the WanderLinger and Chattanooga Choo Choo grounds — a Second Line brass band, a Station S…
View event detailsArtisan Market
March 6 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A whimsical spring art, craft, and farmers market at the Choo Choo with handmade goods, fresh produce, a hidden-leprechaun hunt, and seasonal magic.
View event detailsArtisan Market
March 20 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A classic, no-theme artisan and food market at the historic Choo Choo spotlighting local vendors, handmade goods, unique foods, and live entertainmen…
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April 3 · Crawfish Springs, Chickamauga, GA
The Crawfish Festival is back — and it's staying right where it belongs. Join us at Historic Crawfish Springs in Chickamauga, Georgia, for fresh craw…
View event detailsArtisan Market
April 10 · Coolidge Park, Chattanooga, TN
A Parisian-inspired spring market at Coolidge Park with a 12-foot Eiffel Tower photo op, floral displays, local makers, and live entertainment.
View event detailsArtisan Market
April 17 · The Gardens at the Historic Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A handcrafted jewelry market in the gardens at the Choo Choo with one-of-a-kind pieces from regional artisans, live music, and free admission.
View event detailsArtisan Market
April 24 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
An indulgent artisan market at the Choo Choo devoted to all things chocolate, with a live vendor competition. Free admission, all ages.
View event detailsGarden galas, riverfront block parties, twilight night markets, and the season’s festivals — plus our bi-weekly Choo Choo Farmers Markets running all summer long.
Artisan Market
May 9–10 & May 8 · The Commons, Collegedale, TN
A Mother's Day weekend market at The Commons in Collegedale — gifts, flowers, artisan goods, food, and drinks. A two-day event built around local mak…
View event detailsFarmers Market
Thursdays · 3:00–6:00 PM · May–September · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A true farm-forward market experience featuring fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, honey, meats, and other local favorites in a welcoming community…
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May 30 · Chattanooga Green, Chattanooga, TN
A spring celebration at Chattanooga Green featuring art, handmade goods, flowers, plants, garden-inspired vendors, and farmers market favorites in a…
Artisan Market
June 20 · Coolidge Park, Chattanooga, TN
An inclusive community celebration at Coolidge Park — daytime vendors, food, and family fun, then an immersive evening with DJ, full bar, and high-en…
Twilight Night Market
July 18 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
The spiciest market of the year, packed with fiery foods, bold flavors, heat-inspired treats, artisan vendors, and sizzling summer fun for spice love…
Artisan Market
August 6–9 · MACC, Signal Mountain, TN
STMA's stop on the World's Longest Yard Sale — four days of vintage finds, antiques, makers, food, and unforgettable treasure hunting on Signal Mount…
Festival
August 22–23 · McDonald Farm, Sale Creek, TN
A family-friendly summer festival packed with watermelon fun, artisan vendors, food, live entertainment, contests, farm experiences, and two unforget…
Twilight Night Market
August 29 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A vibrant shopping experience at the Chattanooga Choo Choo featuring retail finds, artisan goods, specialty food, drinks, live music, and one of Chat…
Festival
September 6 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
Nearly 70 vintage motorcycles from 1930–1959 take over Station Street, with a biker-themed vintage and artisan market hosted by Shop the Market at, l…
Festival
September 18–19 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A delicious day of artisan cheeses, craft beer, tastings, live music, specialty food, and shopping in one unforgettable flavor-filled festival experi…
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May 15 · Historic Downtown Chickamauga, Chickamauga, GA
Chickamauga's Down Home Days marks 53 years — the longest-running tradition on our calendar — with 100+ makers, live music on two stages, a kid zone,…
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May 22 · Chester Frost Park, Hixson, TN
An inaugural family-friendly festival at Chester Frost Park celebrating Tennessee River folklore with themed activities, vendors, food trucks, and a…
View event detailsArtisan Market
June 4–6 · Lakewood 400 Antiques Market, Cumming, GA
A special weekend shopping event at Lakewood 400 Antiques Market in Cumming, Georgia — vintage, antiques, handmade goods, unique finds, and small bus…
View event detailsTwilight Night Market
June 5 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A magical evening night market at the Choo Choo with twinkling lights, firefly displays, a painting table, local makers, and live music.
View event detailsAutumn in the Tennessee Valley — heritage craft fairs, harvest markets, and Halloween-weekend events as the season turns.
Festival
October 3–4 · Ketner's Mill, Whitwell, TN
East Tennessee's beloved country arts fair featuring handmade artisans, Southern food, live demonstrations, historic charm, wagon rides, farm animals…
View event detailsArtisan Market
October 10 · Tennessee River Park, Chattanooga, TN
A free, pet-friendly fall festival at Tennessee River Park — a Halloween costume parade and contest, pet vendors and rescues, artisan and food vendor…
View event detailsTwilight Night Market
October 10 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A magical autumn evening at the Chattanooga Choo Choo featuring artisan shopping, moonlit ambiance, seasonal drinks, live atmosphere, and a cozy cele…
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October 28–31 · McDonald Farm, Sale Creek, TN
A hauntingly fun Halloween experience at McDonald Farm featuring haunted attractions, spooky encounters, food, family fun, eerie surprises, and unfor…
View event detailsOur European-inspired Christkindlmarkt series and Christmas markets across the region, where you’ll find handmade gifts, festive food, and seasonal cheer.
Holiday Market
November 7–8 · The Commons, Collegedale, TN
Our signature European-inspired holiday market featuring artisan gifts, festive food, twinkling lights, Glühwein, and a magical Old-World Christmas a…
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November 14–15 · MACC, Signal Mountain, TN
Our longest-running Christkindlmarkt returns to the MACC on Signal Mountain for its 5th year — artisan gifts, festive food, twinkling lights, Glühwei…
View event detailsHoliday Market
November 21–22 & November 28–29 · Coolidge Park, Chattanooga, TN
Our European-inspired Christkindlmarkt comes to Chattanooga's iconic riverfront at Coolidge Park — artisan gifts, festive food, Glühwein, twinkling l…
View event detailsHoliday Market
December 5–6 & December 12–13 · Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga, TN
A magical multi-weekend holiday market at the Chattanooga Choo Choo featuring artisan gifts, festive shopping, seasonal drinks, holiday music, and Ch…
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December 12 · McDonald Farm, Sale Creek, TN
A charming holiday celebration at McDonald Farm featuring artisan shopping, festive treats, seasonal cheer, and a cozy country Christmas atmosphere f…
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December 19–20 · The Commons, Collegedale, TN
Finish your holiday shopping in style with artisan gifts, festive treats, live music, and a cheerful Christmas market filled with last-minute treasur…
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Built for the Region
Every event we run is curated, not crammed. We balance vendor categories carefully so each market stays varied — fewer duplicate booths, more discovery, and a better day for shoppers and makers alike.
From the riverfront at Coolidge Park to the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo and the working farm in Sale Creek, our venues are part of what makes each event feel like a destination — not just another weekend stop.
Know Before You Go
Not sure what to expect? Here’s a quick rundown of the kinds of events we produce across Chattanooga and Southeast Tennessee.
Fresh, seasonal produce and goods straight from local growers and makers — like our bi-weekly Choo Choo Farmers Markets, May through September.
Juried handmade work from regional artists and crafters: candles, jewelry, woodwork, leather, ceramics, original art, and more.
Bigger weekend events built around a theme or the season — the Watermelon Festival, the Cheese & Beer Festival, and Ketner’s Mill Fair among them.
Our Christkindlmarkt series and Christmas events bring gifts, treats, and Old-World holiday charm to multiple venues every November and December.
Around the Region
We host markets at venues across the Chattanooga area — from downtown to the riverfront to the mountains. Each venue has its own guide with directions, parking, and upcoming events.
Whitwell · Tennessee Valley · Historic Mill
Downtown Chattanooga · Indoor + Outdoor
North Shore · Tennessee Riverfront · Outdoor
Downtown · Cultural District · Outdoor
East Chattanooga · Riverfront · Outdoor
Collegedale · Indoor + Outdoor · Year-Round
Signal Mountain · Indoor + Outdoor
Sale Creek · Working Family Farm · Outdoor
Cumming, Georgia · North of Atlanta · Indoor Antiques Hall
Make a Day of It
The majority of our markets are free to attend. Any admission is always noted on the individual event page.
Bring the kids — and at most outdoor markets, the leashed dog too. There’s room to wander and plenty to see.
Nearly every market has food vendors and local treats, from farm-fresh bites to festival favorites.
Outdoor events run rain or shine unless we announce otherwise. Follow us on social for any weather updates.
For Makers, Growers & Artists
We’re always looking for makers, growers, artists, and food vendors to join our events. Whether you’re new to markets or a seasoned vendor, there’s a spot for you across our 2026–2027 calendar.
Booth fees vary by event, applications are free, and registration is handled through EventHub — you’re only charged once your application is approved.
Questions? Email vendors@shopthemarketat.com or call (423) 414-4510.
Common Questions
Stay in the Loop
One short email when the calendar updates or when something worth driving across town for lands on the schedule — markets, festivals, live music, and holiday events.
Never Miss a Market
Browse the full 2026–2027 calendar of markets, festivals, and farmers markets across Chattanooga and Southeast Tennessee — with dates, venues, and vendor info for every event.
