Visit Chattanooga has a fantastic lineup of tours available to WITS attendees. Spots will fill up quickly, so grab your ticket to WITS and register!
THIS IS A PREVIEW ONLY. TOURS AND FAMS WILL BE OPEN FOR REGISTRATION/APPLICATIONS ON FEB, 24, 2026 AT 1PM ET/10AM PT.
TOURS
May 27-28, June 1-2
WITS TICKET REQUIRED
An invitation link to register for tours will be sent via email after a WITS ticket is purchased (Effective Feb 24).
REGISTRATION OPENS: February 24, 2026 at 1pm ET
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 19, 2026
TOUR REGISTRATION POLICIES
A WITS ticket is required to register for tours.
Attendees may not register for two or more tours with overlapping times or tours that begin and end consecutively less than 30 minutes apart. Overlapping or consecutive tour registrations will be canceled without warning.
Tours and activities are open only to WITS attendees. Non-WITS ticket holders are not permitted. This includes children. Registrations by non-WITS attendees will be canceled without warning.
Attendees may not register for the same tour or activity more than once. Duplicate registrations will be canceled without warning.
Registrations are first come first served. Once the tour is full, you have the option to be added to the waitlist.
All tours and activities are free, but require a credit card to register. Cards will not be charged unless a registrant fails to appear. Registrants who fail to appear will be charged a $50 USD no-show fee per each tour or activity they fail to appear for.
Registrants who can no longer attend a tour or activity must cancel their registration via the link in their confirmation email by 19 May 2026. After this date, each late cancellation will be charged a $50 USD cancellation fee.
Wheelchair accessibility is noted in each description.
Meeting or entry points are noted in each description.
Get Your Hands Dirty with Scenic City Clay Arts
May 27, 8:30- 11:00am
May 27, 10:30am- 1:00pm
May 27 ,12:30- 3:00pm
May 28, 8:30- 11:00am
May 28, 10:30am- 1:00pm
May 28, 12:30- 3:00pm
Capacity: 9 per time slot
Learn how to throw your very own pottery! This class is perfect for those who have never tried pottery for, or for those looking for a refresher. In this 1.5-hour workshop, you will create handmade pottery on the wheel - items like bowls and cups. Participants can keep their favorite piece, pick your glaze and our professionals will finish your work. Finished pottery pieces will be shipped 4-6 weeks after your class.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Exclusive Play at Chattanooga's Favorite Place to Take Kids
May 27, 8:00- 10:20am
Capacity: 50
Experience hands-on, interactive play at Creative Discovery Museum! Enjoy early access to the museum before we open to the general public. We will have special activities in the Art Studio and Make It Workshop for your family to explore, innovate, create, and play together.
Kid-Friendly! Creators are invited to bring their children along on this excursion.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, quiet space, service animals welcome.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Guided Hike at Enterprise South Nature Park
May 27, 8:30am- 12:30pm
Capacity: 30
Join us for a guided hike through Enterprise South Nature Park, where history, conservation, and outdoor recreation come together. Once part of a World War II ammunition plant, this 2,800-acre landscape has been thoughtfully restored into one of Chattanooga’s most important green spaces, with former bunkers now quietly integrated into forested trails, wetlands, and scenic overlooks. Along the way, we’ll explore how decades of conservation transformed an industrial site into a thriving habitat for native plants and wildlife, offering both fresh air and insight into the power of restoration.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Chattanooga Football Club: Women's Premier Soccer League Training Session
May 27, 8:45- 11:15am
Capacity: 15
Join Chattanooga Football Club's semi-professional women's soccer team for a behind-the-scenes training session. Participate in a warm up, with the chance to join the athletes for a soccer challenge and interviews after training.
Dress Code: Work out clothing
Accessibility: This will not be wheelchair accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Missionary Ridge Local
May 27, 2:30- 5:30pm
June 1, 2:30- 5:30pm
Capacity: 75 per time slot
Step aboard the Missionary Ridge Local for a 65-minute guided rail experience featuring live narration, historic bridges and tunnels, a working turntable demonstration, and a behind-the-scenes visit to the active restoration shop for a rare look at railroad preservation in action. Perfect for families, first-time visitors, and train enthusiasts, this popular ride offers an engaging introduction to Chattanooga’s rich rail heritage without the need for a full-day outing.
Accessibility: While wheelchair access within the railcars is not available, all guests who can board the train independently and occupy a standard passenger seat are welcome and encouraged to ride.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Rooftop Revelry - Chatt Taste Tours with Briana Garza
May 27, 4:00- 7:00pm
May 27, 7:00- 10:00pm
May 28, 4:00- 7:00pm
May 28, 7:00- 10:00pm
Capacity: 12 per time slot
Sip and savor your way across the city’s best rooftop bars, enjoying curated food and beverage tastings paired with skyline views and local flavor with Briana Garza, world class tour guide, mixologist, and foodie. Locations visited: Whiskey Thief, Highrail, Paloma Bar de Tapas, or Waymark (will visit 3).
Accessibility: Minimal Walking, driving to all destinations, not wheelchair accessible
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Lover’s Leap
May 27, 6:10- 9:30pm
Capacity: 30
Lover's Leap offers one of the best views in the Chattanooga area overlooking the Chattanooga Valley with sights that stretch for miles (and states!). Wander through Grand Corridor and taking in ancient rock formations on your way to Cafe 7 where you can enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the breathtaking views. Afterwords explore the gardens aglow in the evening lights.
Accessibility: 1+ Mile Walk. Some trails are wheelchair accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Spring in Bloom at McDonald Farm
May 28, 8:00am- 1:15pm
Capacity: 50
McDonald Farm has been a loved destination for generations. The commitment to sustainable agriculture and community engagement has shaped the farm into a sanctuary where nature and celebration harmoniously coexist. This excursion includes a guided tour of the farm, time with the animals, and a tour of the historic house, along with the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful green spaces of Hamilton County Parks.
Dress Code: Wear comfortable, active clothing.
Accessibility: Due to uneven ground this excursion is not wheelchair accessible - light to moderate walking while exploring the farm.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Lula Lake Waterfall Hike
May 28, 8:00am- 2:00pm
Capacity: 10
Hiking at Lula Lake Land Trust offers a rare opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful and carefully protected landscapes in the region. Guided trails wind through old-growth forest and past cascading waterfalls. With limited access to preserve its natural character, a hike at Lula Lake feels both intimate and unforgettable: a quiet immersion into the wild edge of the Lookout Mountain
Dress Code: Wear comfortable, active clothing.
Accessibility: Moderate hiking/walking.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Behind the Trails: Guided Hike + Stewardship Experience with SORBA Chattanooga
May 28, 8:00am- 12:30pm
Capacity: 15
Join SORBA Chattanooga at Raccoon Mountain—one of the region’s most iconic outdoor destinations—for a guided hike, meaningful connection, and a behind-the-scenes look at the people and trail systems that shape Chattanooga’s outdoor culture. After a brief welcome and overview highlighting the role women have played in building and maintaining more than 170 miles of multi-use trails, you’ll head out to scenic overlooks for classic views and photo opportunities while learning about sustainability and stewardship. Midway, choose how you’d like to engage: participate in a light trail care activity, continue the guided hike, or pause for reflective journaling. This flexible experience offers a chance to explore, give back, and deepen your connection to Chattanooga’s outdoor community.
Dress Code: Wear comfortable, active clothing
Accessibility: Moderate hiking/walking.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
A Plant Lover's Dream at the Tennessee Aquarium
May 28, 8:00- 11:00am
Capacity: 5
The Tennessee Aquarium maintains a myriad of live plants inside its two buildings and outside on the Aquarium Plaza. The River Journey building has an emphasis on native plant species, while Ocean Journey on exotic plants. This experience will feature a tour of some of the indoor plant life by one of the Aquarium’s horticulturists before opening, with you getting your hands dirty and putting in a little work with watering or sweeping to make sure the plants are in tip-top shape before guests enter the building. Tickets will be provided to visit the Aquarium afterwards as a regular guest.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, quiet space, Mother's Room, service animals welcome.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Deeper Dives: Insider’s Tour at the Tennessee Aquarium
May 28, 8:00- 11:00am
Capacity: 10
Say, “Good morning!” to some of the Aquarium’s amazing animals during this exclusive guided tour before opening hours. You will have the opportunity to take in the beauty of the Aquarium and greet the day alongside our animals and animal care staff. A knowledgeable Aquarium Educator will spend 1.5 hours guiding you and your party through parts of the River Journey and Ocean Journey buildings, where you will gain a new perspective on your favorite exhibits. You will get a peek behind the scenes to see how the animals are cared for and have the unique chance to meet one of our ambassador animals. Tickets will be provided to visit the Aquarium afterwards as a regular guest.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, quiet space, Mother's Room, service animals welcome.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute (TNACI) and Stream Excursion
May 28, 8:00am- 1:30pm
Capacity: 15
Join the Tennessee Aquarium’s freshwater field station for a behind-the-scenes look at conservation in action. Meet scientists working to protect regional biodiversity, see native species like Lake Sturgeon, Southern Appalachian Brook Trout, and endangered Laurel Dace in the propagation room, and learn how they’re reintroduced into restored streams. Then head to a nearby stream in the Tennessee River Basin for hands-on exploration and a glimpse beneath the surface to discover the incredible aquatic life unique to southeast Tennessee — and how you can help protect these vital ecosystems. Tickets will be provided to visit the Aquarium afterwards as a regular guest.
Disclaimer: This outing involves physical activity – stepping over rocks, moving through water, and maintaining your balance. Weather in May in Chattanooga may range from warm and comfortable to hot in the upper 80s to low 90s.
Recommendations: Wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting wet (closed toe preferable). A limited supply of waders is available upon request. Shoe size will be needed. Pack plenty of water and some snacks, maybe even a packed lunch.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Below the Surface: Chattanooga’s Only Living Cave Experience: Wild Cave Tour
May 28, 12:00- 4:45pm
June 1, 12:00- 4:45pm
Capacity: 15 per time slot
This hands-on adventure takes creators deep into Chattanooga’s only live cave system for a true off-the-beaten-path experience. Fully outfitted with helmets, lights, gloves, and pads, you’ll explore lesser-seen sections of the cave as you crawl, climb, slide, and squeeze through natural passages. It’s a physical, immersive journey that delivers raw visuals, real adventure, and unforgettable content rooted in discovery and conservation.
Dress Code: Wear comfortable, active clothing.
Accessibility: The cave is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Crystal Palace Tour
May 28, 1:00pm- 3:45pm
May 28, 1:00pm- 3:45pm
June 1, 1:00pm- 3:45pm
June 1, 1:00pm- 3:45pm
Capacity: 12 per time slot
A guided 45-minute walking tour featuring dramatic crystal formations, active geology, and rare underground species. This tour offers stunning visuals and approachable storytelling, perfect for creators looking to capture beauty, scale, and a side of Chattanooga most visitors never see.
Dress Code: Wear comfortable, active clothing.
Accessibility: The cave is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Downtown Kayak/Paddleboard
May 28, 3:15- 7:15pm
Capacity: 10
Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a paddleboard or kayak tour of Chattanooga’s iconic riverfront! OC's experienced instructors will provide basic kayak or paddleboard instruction and moving water safety, then lead a leisurely paddle from the north shore around landmarks such as Audubon Island/ Wildlife Sanctuary, the Bluff View Arts District, Ross' Landing and Chattanooga’s historic bridges. All equipment is provided including PFDs, paddles, and our recreational kayaks or SUPs.
Dress Code: Wear something that you don't mind getting wet just in case you come in contact with the water. Wear comfortable, active clothing.
Accessibility: Paddle Boards are not wheelchair accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Sunset on the Rocks
May 28, 5:00pm- 9:00pm
June 1, 5:00pm- 9:00pm
Capacity: 10 per time slot
Chattanooga is a world-class climbing destination, known as a sandstone capital with an incredible mix of sport, traditional, and bouldering routes just minutes from downtown. Join High Point Climbing & Fitness — a locally founded leader deeply rooted in the region’s outdoor community — for a guided climb at Sunset Rock, one of the Southeast’s most iconic climbing areas. Enjoy hands-on instruction on classic sandstone routes while learning about the area’s history and conservation, and take in sweeping views of the Tennessee River Gorge, Lookout Valley, and the distant Cumberland Plateau — a perspective that captures the spirit of Chattanooga climbing.
Dress Code: Wear comfortable, active clothing.
Accessibility: Heights involved, strenuous activity involved.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Bike The Boardwalk
May 31, 3:30- 7:00pm
Capacity: 10
Join Outdoor Chattanooga on a guided and equipped bicycle tour of a popular section on the South Chickamauga Creek Greenway. The tour is a 4 mile out and back (total of 8 miles), leisurely paced ride, showcasing the renowned boardwalk section of trail that is elevated above the creek and meanders along with it. Enjoy the late spring greenery and look for Great Blue Herons, turtles, muskrats, and other wildlife while experiencing one of Chattanooga’s newest greenways!
Accessibility: Must be able to ride a bike. Not wheelchair accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Seek & Sip
May 31, 5:30- 7:30pm
Capacity: 6
Step into The Reading Room, Chattanooga's women-owned bar-bookstore hybrid where literature and cocktails naturally intertwine. This intimate experience features a small-group book scavenger hunt paired with two literary-inspired drinks. Surrounded by floor-to-ceiling shelves, the rich aroma of tea, and easy conversation, you'll find a cozy oasis designed for connection and quiet discovery—a space where community and curiosity meet.
Accessibility: Parking lot is slightly uneven, but bar is wheelchair accessible
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Ruby Falls History Tour
June 1, 6:45- 10:00am
Capacity: 10
Explore the incredible lore and rich history of Ruby Falls while walking the cavern trail to the thundering waterfall with a senior-level guide. This tour features early-access to the cave, extended time at the waterfall, and stories of legendary events and happenings from our 97-year history! After your tour, save time to enjoy sweeping, panoramic views of the Cumberland Plateau and Tennessee River from the top of historic Lookout Mountain Tower!
Accessibility: Guests should have the ability to stand for 1.5 hours and keep pace with their tour group for a 1-mile round trip walk with some uneven pathways and 36 steps. Due to natural formations, narrow passages and small groupings of steps, the cavern is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
See Rock City Before it Opens
June 1 8:15- 11:30am
Capacity: 100
Explore the mystical landscape of Rock City Gardens atop Lookout Mountain, before it opens to the public. Meander the Enchanted Trails, soak in the expansive views, squeeze through ancient rock formations, and revel at the scenes in Fairyland Caverns before this legendary attraction opens to the public.
Accessibility: 1+ Mile Walk. Some trails are wheelchair accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Classic Cave Walk
June 1, 8:15- 11:15am
June 1, 6:10- 9:30pm
June 2, 6:45- 10:45am
June 2, 6:10- 9:30pm
Capacity: 25 per time slot
Discover the hidden beauty inside Lookout Mountain! Descend 260 feet by glass-front elevator into the mountain and explore the cavern trail to the tallest cave waterfall open to the public in the United States.
Accessibility: Guests should have the ability to stand for 1.5 hours and keep pace with their tour group for a 1-mile round trip walk with some uneven pathways and 36 steps. Due to natural formations, narrow passages and small groupings of steps, the cavern is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Picnic Crawl - Chatt Taste Tours with Briana Garza
June 1, 11:00am- 2:00pm
June 1, 12:00- 3:00pm
June 2, 11:00am- 2:00pm
Capacity: 12 per time slot
Experience one of Chattanooga’s most vibrant corridors with a curated picnic crawl along Main Street, known for its independent makers, craft flavors, and creative energy. Stroll between beloved local spots to gather picnic-ready provisions — from butcher cuts and prepared bites at Main Street Meats to fresh bread and pastries from Niedlov’s Breadworks, artisan cheeses from Bleu Fox Cheese Shop, and spirits from Chattanooga Whiskey. Then settle in for a relaxed picnic at the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo, where lush courtyards and iconic architecture create the perfect setting to enjoy your finds.
Accessibility: Walking on main street and to the Choo Choo - paved walkways - less than .5 mile.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Deeper Dives: Feeding Frenzy at the Tennessee Aquarium
June 1, 12:45- 2:30pm
Capacity: 10
Join an Aquarium Educator and Aquarist behind the scenes of Ocean Journey to assist in feeding our schooling fishes in the Secret Reef exhibit and learn about the nutritional needs of other marine life in this habitat. You will spend half an hour in the afternoon participating in a unique experience and learning about the animals from the aquarists who care for them. Feed your curiosity alongside our animals during this one-of-a-kind Aquarium experience. Tickets will be provided to visit the Aquarium afterwards as a regular guest.
Disclaimer: The Feeding Frenzy tour involves contact with shellfish and other seafood. Those with allergy concerns are advised against participating or should contact us for more information.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, quiet space, Mother's Room, service animals welcome.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Speakeasy Tour - Chatt Taste Tours with Briana Garza
June 1, 4:00- 7:00pm
June 1, 7:00- 10:00pm
June 2, 4:00- 7:00pm
June 2, 7:00- 10:00pm
Capacity: 12 per time slot
An insider’s look at hidden bars and refined cocktails, led by Briana Garza and designed for guests who appreciate cocktails, ambiance, and exclusivity.
Accessibility: Minimal Walking, driving to all destinations, not wheelchair accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Candle Making and Crafting at the Chattery
June 1, 4:30- 8:30pm
Capacity: 60
Join the ladies of The Chattery for a relaxed evening of candle making and creative play. Chattanooga candle maker Osha Thomas of Essential Things will guide you through crafting your own custom candle—choosing a fragrance, setting the wick, and pouring a soy-blend candle to take home once it cures. While your candle sets, unwind in the Art Lounge, an art café–style space stocked with materials for collaging, watercolor, drawing, writing, or simply creating at your own pace. Come to relax, connect, and let inspiration lead the way.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, sign-language translation available.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Ruby Falls Geology Tour
June 2, 6:45- 10:00am
Capacity: 12
Learn about the incredible geology of the cave and ancient formations while exploring the cavern trail to the thundering waterfall. Led by a senior-level guide, guests will discover how Ruby Falls Cave was formed, the science behind many of the most curious geological formations in the cave, and how the cave and ancient formations have changed over time.
Accessibility: Guests should have the ability to stand for 1.5 hours and keep pace with their tour group for a 1-mile round trip walk with some uneven pathways and 36 steps. Due to natural formations, narrow passages and small groupings of steps, the cavern is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Ascension Session
June 2, 3:30pm- 6:15pm
Capacity: 50
Climb in the heart of downtown Chattanooga at High Point Climbing & Fitness’s flagship Broad Street location. Set inside the former Bijou Theater, this guided climbing session offers access to soaring indoor and outdoor walls, bouldering terrain, and expert instruction tailored to all experience levels. Whether you’re clipping in for the first time or refining technique, High Point’s professional staff create a welcoming, confidence-building environment where anyone can climb . . . right in the center of the city’s world-class outdoor culture.
Accessibility: Heights involved, strenuous activity involved.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Food Prep in the Aquarium Kitchen for Freshwater Fish
June 2, Time TBD
Capacity: 5
For the culinary folks, join a Tennessee Aquarium aquarist in the River Journey kitchen to prepare food for our animals in the River Giants exhibit. You’ll do unique kitchen work while learning about what goes into feeding the Aquarium’s 13,000 animals. Then, you’ll go above the River Giants exhibit to surface feed and see our dive team enter the water to hand feed the giant fish. Tickets will be provided to visit the Aquarium afterwards as a regular guest.
Disclaimer: This experience involves using sharp knives and contact with raw shellfish and other seafood. Those with allergy concerns are advised against participating or should contact us for more information.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, quiet space, Mother's Room, service animals welcome.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
Food Prep in the Aquarium Kitchen for Reptiles
Date TBD, Time TBD
Capacity: 5
For the culinary folks, join a Tennessee Aquarium animal care specialist in the River Journey kitchen to prepare food for our animals in the Delta Country and Turtle Nursery. Diets range from fruits and vegetables to meat and fish. You’ll do unique kitchen work while learning about what goes into feeding the Aquarium’s 13,000 animals. Then, you’ll go to the Delta Country with alligators and turtles to surface feed, followed by a personal visit to the Turtle Nursery with our herpetology collection coordinator. Tickets will be provided to visit the Aquarium afterwards as a regular guest.
Disclaimer: This experience involves using sharp knives and contact with raw shellfish and other seafood. Those with allergy concerns are advised against participating or should contact us for more information.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby (arrive 15 minutes early)
FAM TRIPS
May 24-June 5, 2026
WITS TICKET REQUIRED
An invitation link to apply for FAM trips will be sent via email after a WITS ticket is purchased (Effective Feb 24).
APPLICATIONS OPEN: February 24, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 6, 2026
FAM TRIP POLICIES
A WITS ticket is required to apply for FAM trips.
Participation in FAM trips is by application only.
Non-WITS ticket holders are not permitted on FAM trips. This includes children. Applications by non-WITS ticket holders will not be considered.
Applicants may apply for more than one FAM trip.
Applying does not guarantee a spot on a FAM trip.
Late applications will not be considered.
Applicants will be notified if they have or have not been accepted for a FAM trip by April 8, 2026.
All participants are expected to create content in exchange for FAM trip acceptance. This includes but is not limited to:1 short-form video & 3-5 IG stories. Long form is suggested & highly encouraged, but not required
Franklin
May 24-27
Franklin isn’t just a destination — it’s an experience layered with story, song, and Southern hospitality. On this FAM travel into nearby Nashville International Airport on May 24 to begin your exploration of a Civil War town committed to telling a fuller, more honest history, then lose yourself in evenings of live music and elevated Southern cuisine. From the creative spirit of Leiper’s Fork to Franklin’s walkable charm, expect quiet luxury, meaningful reflection, exceptional flavors, and melodies that linger long after you leave for WITS in Chattanooga on May 27.
Transportation: Creators are to arrive via air to Nashville International Airport (BNA) and are to make their own way to The Harpeth Hotel in Franklin by 6pm on 24 May. After the trip ends on 27 May, transportation will be provided in the morning (before noon) from Franklin to Chattanooga.
Sumner, Cheatham and Robertson County
May 24-27
Fam will kick off May 24 with a farm-to-table lunch followed by a farm tour in Robertson County. Dinner, entertainment and lodging provided at Cheatham/Robertson County farm. May 25 will begin with breakfast in Kingston Springs and kayaking on the Harpeth River. Dinner in Gallatin and overnight at unique short-term rental (such as Paradise in Gallatin, the former home and recording studio of Leon Russell). May 26 begins with breakfast in Hendersonville, visit to Johnny Cash sites and local favorite lunch spot and Old Hickory Lake experience and dinner at a marina.
Tennessee Overhill
May 24-27
Fireside Outpost will be the lodging base for this FAM. We'll welcome everyone May 24 to a catered lunch at the pavilion at Fireside, followed by a visit to Hiwassee State Park and a hike to Gee Creek Falls. Dinner that evening will be at Ocoee Dam Deli in Ocoee followed by a visit to Parksville Lake. May 25 begins with breakfast at Tellico Junction Cafe in Englewood, a visit to the Athens Living Heritage Museum, Arts Center and Mayfield Dairy for ice cream tasting, lunch at The Social on Depot Hill, then on to Webb Bros for an afternoon paddle on the Hiwasse River followed by dinner at Mchael's. May 26 begins with breakfast at Tellico Grains Bakery, and an excursion to Bald River Falls. We will also visit the Charles Hall Museum before heading on to lunch at Peach Street Grill. After lunch we will visit downtown Sweetwater and enjoy the mural walk before heading over to Tsali Notch Vineyards for wine tasting and amazing views. Dinner will be at Silver Springs Winery in Riceville, after diner drinks at Morea Distillery.
Transportation: Creators are to make their own way to Delano/Fireside Outpost by 12pm on 24 May to start the FAM trip. When the trip ends on 27 May, creators are to make own way from Delano/Fireside Outpost to Chattanooga.
Memphis: Blues & BBQ
May 25-27
On this FAM, we'll welcome everyone to lunch on May 25 at Central BBQ Downtown, followed by a visit to the National Civil Rights Museum and a stop at the legendary Sun Studio where great artists like Elvis and Johnny Cash recorded. That evening will be spent at one of our top restaurants in the heart of Downtown, followed up a good night’s sleep at one of our boutique partner hotels in the South Main Arts District. May 26 we'll have a delicious hearty breakfast at Sunrise - known for their biscuits, and then head off to Graceland and then to the STAX Museum of American Soul Music. If the weather is nice, we'll go to Tom Lee Park and take in the beauty of the Mississippi River before a final dinner at one of our Michelin recommended restaurants.
Walker County
May 27-28
Start your morning at Zahnd Overlook to capture the sunrise as it breaks over sandstone boulders and the sweeping valley below. From the heights, head underground for a guided trek through a cave, navigating raw limestone passages and dramatic caverns perfect for high-contrast action footage. Possible excursions may also include kayaking, mountain biking and waterfall chasing at Lula Lake. Spend a day experiencing the many exciting adventures Walker County offers.
Transportation: Creators are to make their own way to the overnight location by 4pm for check-in on May 27. Then on May 28, sightseeing begins before sunrise and concludes at approximately 6pm in Chattanooga.
Cleveland/Charleston: Focus on Cherokee Heritage
June 2-3
Host will pick up group in a luxury transport van and take them to Red Clay State Park where they will tour the park and learn its significance with a park ranger. The group will then travel to Cleveland for a visit to the Museum and Cultural Center at 5 Points. After the museum visit, we will have lunch in Downtown Cleveland. Following lunch, we will visit the emerging arts district with time to shop in a unique marketplace with more than 100 vendors. We will travel to the new Apple Valley Orchard visitors center and store before having dinner at the fabulous Inman Social. One overnight will be at Courtyard, Hampton or comparable property. After breakfast at the hotel, we will travel to the Hiwassee River Heritage Center in Charleston and then to Morris Vineyard and Winery where we will enjoy a picnic lunch. We will then travel to Meigs County to one of the newest state parks, the Cherokee Removal Memorial Park. We will conclude our visit and return to the Chattanoogan from there.
The Knoxville Edit: Calling the Curious
June 2-4
Curious? We’re calling you to experience a tailor-made “48-hours in Knoxville” style itinerary that’s for the girls! Bond over brunch at a MICHELIN Guide Recommended hot spot, get active in the Urban Wilderness then cool down with a float in a historic quarry, taste some kitschy tiki cocktails at Tern Club, sample some hand swirled ice cream at Cruze Farm, stroll the farmers market with iced latte in hand, try on a vintage tee, pick your own beer flight while watching glassblowing artisans at work at Pretentious, risk your fate to a trust fall (chef’s choice) pizza, and clink glasses with your new besties at the mothership of all things girly pop at Mother Bar.
Meeting Point: Chattanoogan Hotel Lobby
Departure Time: Depart Chattanooga by 9:30am, arrival around 11:30am
Return Time: Attendees can book a flight/depart anytime on Thursday. Planning for breakfast at hotel/grab-n-go, then leave/head to airport.
Greeneville & Johnson City
June 2-5
Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Northeast Tennessee, where waterfalls, wildlife, world-class food, and Appalachian charm come together in one beautifully curated escape. This trip blends outdoor adventure, creative culture, and unforgettable dining into one seamless Appalachian escape—perfect if you want to experience the culture, flavor, and beauty of Northeast Tennessee in just a few days.
Kingsport & Bristol
June 2-5
Join a group of creators on a FAM trip to the beautiful cities of Kingsport and Bristol, Tennessee. More details coming soon.