Chattanooga Margarita Festival

08/03/2026

08/02/2026

Congrats to Harry’s American Bar & Grill on winning this year’s Chattanooga Margarita Festival with their “Coastal Berry Margarita”.

In second place was Santi’s Mexican Grill with their “Matcha Strawberry Margarita” and Mezcla Cocina y Cantina came in third with their “Mai Tai Margarita”.

Thanks to everyone that came out for Chattanooga Margarita Festival!! We love enjoying margs with y’all and raising money for the Chattanooga Market! 🍹♥️

08/01/2026

Margarita festival is officially SOLD OUT and no tickets will be available at the door. Cheers to next year!

08/01/2026

"Help, I dropped it too low on the dance floor, and I can't get up!" 💃💥Good news: Lookout Valley Chiropractic is the official Hydration Sponsor for the Chattanooga Margarita Festival!

Stop by their Hydration Station to chug some ice-cold water + electrolytes and keep the party going. AND maybe schedule your next chiro appointment to get that body aligned after all the marg tastings and dance moves. 😉

Your spine (and your Monday) will thank us. 🚰✨

07/31/2026

🍹 CHATTANOOGA MARGARITA FESTIVAL IS ALMOST HERE! 🎉

We highly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance, while supplies last, at ChattanoogaMargFest.com.

Y'all ready? Here is everything you need to know to make the most of your night!

📅 Aug 1 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 First Horizon Pavilion (1826 Reggie White Blvd)
⏰ VIP Doors: 4:30 PM | GA Doors: 5:00 PM

🎟️ The Essentials
Tickets: Very limited availability remaining! Advance purchase is strongly recommended ($75 at the door, IF available).

21+ Only: Must bring a valid ID—no exceptions. (No kids or pets; assistance animals only).

Security Check: Guests will go through a magnetometer at entry. Weapons/knives are strictly prohibited.

Weather: We're under a covered, open-air pavilion, so check the forecast and dress comfortably!

🍹 Cocktails, Food & VIP Perks
Mini Margs: Your ticket includes a Sampling Passport for 10 mini margs total (13 for VIP)—keep it safe, as it’s your key to cocktail town!

VIP Snack Zone: VIP ticket holders get exclusive access to bites from Carrabba's Italian Grill, Mestizo Cocina + Cantina, and The Edwin Hotel, plus a complimentary welcome cocktail tasting by Mestizo!

Food Vendors: Delicious eats available for purchase from El Taco Boss, Smash Boyz, and OMG Chef Chasty Seafood & More.

⏰ Last Call: All alcohol service and sampling ends promptly at 7:45 PM.

🚗 Getting There & Staying Safe
Parking: Inexpensive parking is available in the lot next to the pavilion (park at your own risk).

Plan Your Safe Ride: Please use a rideshare, cab, or designated driver! Use code MARGCHATT for $5 off your Lyft ride. 🚕

Make a Night of It: Book a stay with our official hotel partner, The Kinley Hotel.

See you there! Cheers! 🍸✨

07/30/2026

The competition is heating up 🔥

Every restaurant is coming for the title…
But only ONE will leave as Chattanooga’s Best Margarita. 🍹🏆

Who’s getting your vote? 👀

Head to ChattanoogaMargFest.com for tickets (while they last)

07/29/2026

3 DAYS OUT 🔥

Chattanooga Margarita Festival is almost here…

Are you ready to sip, vote, and celebrate like a professional?!

🎟 chattanoogamargfest.com



📸Photo by Andrick Buggs

07/28/2026

🚨VIP is almost sold out🚨

Want 3 extra margarita samples AND exclusive 30-minute early entry? 🎟⚡️ Upgrade your Chattanooga Margarita Festival experience to VIP!

You’ll be first through the doors at 4:30 PM to sample signature Espolòn Blanco margaritas before the crowds arrive, plus get access to the VIP Snack Zone.

🏆 25+ competing local spots
🍹 Smooth in every glass
🎶 Live DJ, photo booth, local food trucks & giveaways
🗳 You vote to crown the winner!
📍 First Horizon Pavilion | Aug 1
🎟 Grab your GA ($54) or VIP ($95) tickets before they sell out!
👉 chattanoogamargfest.com

📸Photo by Andrick Buggs