Chattanooga Sports

Gonna humble-brag in your feed for a minute.

The athletes spoke, and Chattanooga’s IRONMAN Swim Course was voted the BEST in North America and #4 globally for all IRONMAN races in 2025.

Shout-out to all the athletes who chose Chattanooga for your IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race. Y’all are truly inspiring, and we love welcoming you to the Scenic City.

We're excited to welcome Spain's National Football Team, Selección Española de Fútbol (SeFutbol) to Chattanooga!

Today’s announcement is a big one—for tourism, for sports, and for Chattanooga as a whole.

Chattanooga has officially been selected as the Team Base Camp for Spain’s National Football Team this summer, welcoming the No. 1 ranked team in the world to our community.

This moment didn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of years of collaboration across our city and county—investments in facilities, a strong soccer culture, and a hospitality community that consistently shows up. Last year alone, Hamilton County welcomed more than 11 million visitors, generating $1.8 billion in economic impact, supporting over 30,000 local jobs, and saving every household an average of $1,232 in taxes. That shared work is what makes moments like this possible.

Spain’s decision affirms what we already know to be true: Chattanooga offers world-class infrastructure, accessibility, natural beauty, and—most importantly—people who make visitors feel genuinely welcome. When tourism works well, it introduces the world to who we really are and delivers benefits that last long after the headlines fade.

We’re proud to help host this global moment and excited to show what Chattanooga looks like when we’re at our best.

📣 Less than 10 days away and we need your help!

The 2025 BlueCross Bowl is heading back to Finley Stadium Dec. 4–6, and we’re looking for friendly, high-energy folks to help us welcome thousands of players, families, and fans to Chattanooga.

This year, we especially need Ticketing Volunteers—the crew that sets the tone for every fan who walks through the gate. If you’ve got a smile and a little game-day spirit, you’re perfect for it.

Volunteering isn’t just good for the event—it can be good for your organization, too.
501(c)3 groups can earn funding through our Group Grant Program, so be sure to ask if your team wants to get involved.

Shifts are available Thursday through Saturday, so it’s easy to jump in when it works for you.

Volunteer perks include:

▪️Exclusive event T-shirt

▪️Snacks + water during your shift

▪️Ability to watch championship games the day you volunteer

▪️Being part of a premier statewide event right here in your backyard

Ready to join us? Sign up to volunteer here: http://visitchattanooga.com/football/volunteers

Questions? Reach out to Rachel at [email protected].
We can’t wait to have you on the team!

Volunteer | BlueCross Bowl | TSSAA High School Football Championship Chattanooga Sports wants to give back to our residents that help maximize the experience associated with hosting a major event. Please join us and raise some funds for your organization! To learn more about our Group Fundraising Initiative, please email [email protected].

🏈 The best seat at the BlueCross Bowl?
It’s inside the Dr. Pepper Fansville Lounge.

Enjoy comfy seating, unlimited soft drinks, and a spread of elevated game-day bites—brisket tacos, wings, mac & cheese bites, warm dips, fresh veggies, and cookies. All included. All overlooking the action.

Fansville opens two hours before kickoff of the day’s first game. Redeem your GoFan tickets inside and head in and out as needed.

Make your championship weekend feel next-level. Purchase tickets here: https://bit.ly/43C6pYY

Friday night lights are great—but championship lights at Finley Stadium hit different.
Catch the TSSAA BlueCross Bowl as the Tennessee high school football championships return to Chattanooga December 4–6.

🗓️ Three days of title matchups
📍 Finley Stadium. Downtown. Easy parking. Mountain views.
🎟️ Snag your tickets + upgrade with the Dr. Pepper Lounge for the best seat in the house.

See game times, purchase tickets, and plan your weekend: https://bit.ly/481MTq3

Add this hidden wonder to your Chattanooga holiday bucket list!🎄 Head deep into lookout mountain and discover the magic of nature and the holidays alike.

📍Ruby Falls

https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/add-to-your-chattanooga-holiday-bucket-list/

⚽ The road to the TSSAA Girls’ Soccer State Championships ends right here in Chattanooga!

We’re fired up to host the championship games at Finley Stadium — for the first time ever!

Congrats to all the teams who’ve battled their way to the finals. Championship action kicks off October 28–31, so pack the stands and cheer on Tennessee’s best as they compete for the title in the Scenic City!

👉 Get game details: visitchattanooga.com/soccer

👋 Hey IRONMAN Chattanooga athletes—welcome to the Scenic City!

Fuel up before the big day: your athlete meal voucher (found in your registration packet) is good Sept. 26–30 at participating restaurants across town.

Bring your family, grab a table, and enjoy a pre-race meal together.

(Pictured: just a few of the spots ready to serve you!)

📍📷: Tony's Pasta Shop
📍: Main Street Meats
📍: Il Primo
📍: Urban Stack
📍📷: 1885 Grill - St. Elmo

What makes Chattanooga special? According to visitors: "You're so welcoming!" 🤗 As we gear up for a busy fall with thousands of leisure visitors and event attendees, that warmth is our secret weapon. From Steve Martin at World of Bluegrass to international athletes at Ironman—let's show them what Scenic City hospitality is all about!

Visit Chattanooga

Chattanooga gears up for ‘crazy busy’ fall tourism season | Chattanooga Times Free Press Downtown Chattanooga is gearing up for hundreds of thousands of visitors during a busy fall season, anchored by the World of Bluegrass Festival's inaugural year in the Scenic City.