October 2025
Chattanooga, TN is experiencing robust economic momentum, driven by downtown revitalization, record tourism spending, expanding corporate investment, and growing national recognition.
Downtown Chattanooga Economically Outpacing National Averages
What This Means For You: A new report released by River City Company reveals that Chattanooga’s downtown is thriving, outpacing national averages in multiple areas. The semi-annual report compiles information across office, hospitality, residential, retail, and commercial sectors within the River City Company footprint of downtown Chattanooga.
Hamilton Co. Breaks Record for Visitor Spending at $1.8B
What This Means For You: Hamilton County broke another record for visitor spending last year, with $1.8 billion circulated back into the economy, according to the Chattanooga Tourism Company’s recently released annual report. This is nearly a 4.3% growth from last year.
New Lookouts Stadium Construction on Track for April 14 Opener
What This Means For You: Construction on the new Chattanooga Lookouts stadium remains on schedule for its April 14 opening, marking a major milestone in the city’s South Broad redevelopment and expected to drive further downtown growth.
Chattanooga Airport Unveils New American Airlines Flight to Chicago
What This Means For You: The Chattanooga Airport marked another milestone in its expansion of air service with the launch of a new nonstop flight to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) through American Airlines. Airport President and CEO April Cameron said the addition reflects growing demand and enhanced options for travelers.
Ribbon Cut on Chattanooga’s new $60M Embassy Suites
What This Means For You: The hotel includes more than 150,000 square feet of space and will feature restaurants on the rooftop and ground floor next spring. The hotel has hired more than 100 people and may eventually hire 100 more.
Chattanooga’s Calliope Named One of The New York Times’ Top 50 Restaurants in the U.S. for 2025
What This Means For You: Calliope, a modern Levantine restaurant in Chattanooga, has been named one of the Top 50 Restaurants in the United States for 2025 by The New York Times. This recognition places Chattanooga among the nation’s premier food destinations, with Calliope as one of only two Tennessee restaurants to earn this distinction this year.
Chase Continues Tennessee Expansion With New Chattanooga Branch
What This Means For You: The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the opening of Chase’s third full-service bank branch in the city, solidifying its commitment to expansion across Tennessee.
