Chattanooga Local Pulse

Lookouts stadium and downtown/riverfront redevelopment [developing]

Lookouts stadium and downtown/riverfront redevelopment [developing]

Key Questions

When is the Chattanooga Lookouts' Erlanger Park dedication?

The dedication ceremony for Erlanger Park is scheduled for April 17. The stadium season opener is April 14, with permits through March 18, 2026.

Why was the update on The Bend project delayed?

A scheduled update on The Bend riverfront redevelopment was delayed, frustrating city council members. It is one of the region's largest projects.

What is happening at Ross’s Landing?

Ross’s Landing faces an 18-month closure starting November for trees, restaurants, dock, and pickleball improvements. This is part of downtown redevelopment.

When will the Riverwalk bridge reopen?

The Riverwalk bridge, closed for six months for renovations, is nearing its reopening deadline. An update is expected soon.

What is the status of the Walnut Bridge project?

The Walnut Bridge is 60% complete, with an expected opening in September 2026. It is part of ongoing riverfront enhancements.

Lookouts Erlanger Park dedication 4/17, stadium opener 4/14, permits thru 3/18/26; The Bend update delayed by council; Ross’s Landing 18-mo closure Nov (trees/restaurants/dock/pickleball); Riverwalk bridge reopen imminent; River City $25M; South Shore closure Nov; Riverfront Nights May-Sept; Coolidge Ren Faire 5/30; Walnut Bridge 60% (Sept '26). Track permits/delays.

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Updated Apr 8, 2026