When the sun sets in the western sky that is when Chattanooga’s nightlife begins to come alive. Chattanooga has much to offer for nighttime fun. The nightlife ranges from bars to grills to everything in between, even concerts and events for all ages. Playing host too many patrons Chattanooga has something for them all with its many events. With hopes of helping you with the best places to go, I have composed this list of my top nine must go places:
1 .Nightfall Concert Series –
850 Market Street
This is a FREE concert every Friday night from Memorial Day through the end of September Established in 1989 this event is highly recognized and one of the most attended at Miller Plaza (Park). This is an outdoor event that welcomes all ages and you can even bring your pets.
After a long work week it’s a great place to hang out with Chattanooga’s diverse fun-loving population, drink beer or lemonade, people watch, see old friends and meet new ones” says local patron.
2. Rhythm and Brews
221 Market Street
Rhythm and Brews is the place to be to hear local and regional talent that has come to showcase their talents in jazz, blues, bluegrass, and folk-rock. To find out more, visit their website: http://www.ticketbiscuit.com/rhythm-brews/eventspotlight.aspx
3. Buck Wild Saloon and Grill
409 Market Street
“The club is small, but that’s one of it’s attractions……This is THE club where all the college folks go, and you can tell, because it’s one wild party on the weekends, and there is NO COVER CHARGE” – says local Chattanooga patron.
4. Bay
238 E 11th Avenue
The Bay was once an abandoned warehouse, now it is one of the hottest bars and dance clubs in the city. Visit their website: http://welcome.to/thebay
5. Big River Grille and Brewing Works.
222 Broad St.
Horse Stout and Sweet Magnolia Brown Ale are the signature beers, although they do have many house and well drinks that they offer. http://www.bigrivergrille.com/index.php?pg=location⊂=loc&location;_id=21
6. Chattanooga Billiard Club Downtown
725 ½ Cherry St
This club is a 5000 sq foot billiards club that has been a favorite hangout of pool players since 1982. http://www.cbcburns.com/
7. Comedy Catch
3224 Brainerd Road
The Comedy Catch has attracted many big name performers since 1985. Those familiar with US 101 and the High Noon Salon have heard some of the names that have been there. Jerry Seinfeld , Jeff Foxworthy, Tommy Chong, Paula Poundstone, Richard Jeni, Bobby Collins, Carrot Top, James Gregory, and Pauly Shore are a few of the comedians who have performed on Comedy Catch’s stage http://www.thecomedycatch.com/
8. Durty Nelly’s
109 Market Street
Featured as a Grand Irish Pub, Durty Nelly’s causes the Irish and all other eyes to be shining after an evening at this festive pub. This pub was patterned after the original, Durty Nelly’s of County Clare. You can learn more about this pub at http://www.durtypub.com/
9. Electric Cowboy
5600 Brainerd Road Ste A-4
There is always something happening here at the Electric Cowboy club from contest to drink specials. This is a newly opened club here in Chattanooga and has proven itself to be successful. This is also one of the few clubs that do allow
Those that is younger than 21 are welcomed to enter until ten pm at a slightly higher cover charge and with a legal drinker. There isn’t a live band but they do play current music and many genres. The security is great here, the bartenders are excellent and always getting your drinks with a smile. This seems to be the new place to be, visit their website: www.Electriccowboy.com/Chattanooga.
There are many seasonal events that Chattanooga holds as well. One of those events being Riverbend, an annual event held downtown every summer. This event brings nightly shows and entertainment to all ages and all cultures as well. Although this event didn’t make the top list due to it only being held briefly during the summer months, I would suggest checking this event out.
