The Chattanooga Market

The Chattanooga Market stands as a testament to the enduring power of community-supported agriculture, celebrating 25 years of connecting local producers with consumers in the scenic Tennessee River city of Chattanooga. Operating as a producer-only market at the First Horizon Pavilion, this market has established itself as an essential community institution that brings together the agricultural heritage of the Tennessee Valley with the vibrant energy of a modern, environmentally conscious city that values sustainability, local economic development, and community connection.

Operating every Sunday from April through November, The Chattanooga Market provides consistent weekly access to fresh, local products during the peak growing season while creating a regular community gathering place that has become a beloved tradition for residents and visitors alike. The Sunday schedule creates a perfect weekend destination that allows families and individuals to combine shopping for fresh, local products with recreational activities and community socializing in one of Chattanooga's most beautiful settings.

The market's producer-only policy ensures that all vendors are the actual farmers, food producers, and artisans who grow, make, or create the products they sell, guaranteeing authenticity and quality while creating direct connections between consumers and the people who produce their food and crafts. This commitment to supporting local producers has made the market a vital economic resource for farmers and artisans throughout the greater Chattanooga region while ensuring that all products reflect the distinctive character and quality of the Tennessee Valley.

The Chattanooga Market's 25-year history reflects its deep roots in the community and its essential role in supporting local agriculture, food entrepreneurship, and artisan traditions. The market features healthy fresh produce that showcases the agricultural capabilities of the Tennessee Valley, artisan foods that demonstrate the creativity and skill of local food entrepreneurs, and locally-produced arts and crafts that represent the cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the region. This comprehensive approach makes the market not just a place to purchase fresh, local products, but a cultural destination that celebrates the best of what Chattanooga and the surrounding region have to offer while providing crucial economic support for local producers and contributing to the distinctive character and quality of life that defines this dynamic Tennessee River city.