Chattanooga's Historic Civil War Weekend: Reenactments, Tours & Pioneer Days (Nov 22-24)

Step back in time in Chattanooga during this unforgettable historic weekend of November 22-24. History enthusiasts can relive the Civil War era through immersive reenactments, expert-led tours, and pioneer activities—no time machine required.

Battles of Chattanooga Living History and Tours
November 22-24, times vary
Free and paid events
Join nationally renowned speakers, authors, historians, park rangers, and reenactors for commemorative events marking the 150th anniversary of the Battles of Chattanooga. Experience Civil War medical demonstrations, artillery and cannon firings, telegraph and signaling demos, engineering programs, and more—some on the exact historic dates.

Guided walking tours by Park Historian Jim Ogden bring the battlefields to life. Watch reenactors ascend Lookout Mountain in the Battle Above the Clouds. The weekend begins Friday evening with a talk by Dr. Earl Hess, acclaimed history professor at Lincoln Memorial University, at McCallie’s Walker Theatre.

On Saturday and Sunday, author Brad Quinlen signs books from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Eastern National Bookstore opposite Point Park. Events span key sites like Point Park, Missionary Ridge, Orchard Knob, Smith Hill/Bald Hill, Cravens House, and beyond. These are the final 150th anniversary commemorations—visit the official website for the full itinerary.

Walker Farm Pioneer Days
November 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$5 per ticket
Discover pioneer life at Audubon Acres. Participate in hands-on activities like churning butter, crosscut sawing wood, hand-washing laundry, shucking corn, rope making, cider pressing, and Dutch oven cooking. Ideal for families and school groups, this event educates on late 1800s daily life and its significance. Now in its second year, it draws up to 1,600 students midweek and families on weekends.