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Area Events
1890’s Days Jamboree
Held annually over Memorial Day weekend, this beloved street festival has delighted visitors for over 40 years. Expect live music, craft & food vendors, a classic car show, parades, fireworks, and family fun—all with free admission. It consistently draws 20,000+ visitors to Ringgold’s historic downtown.
Ringgold Haunted Depot
Every October, the Historic Ringgold Depot becomes a spooky destination with an annual haunted house and ghost tour series.
Family friendly, this event includes hayrides, a bonfire, food, and live music—typically held on Friday & Saturday evenings during the last three weeks of October. It's a festive and chilling highlight of Ringgold’s fall calendar.
Down-Home Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Held the first Friday in December, this festive kickoff to the holiday season takes place on Nashville Street in downtown Ringgold. The celebration includes the Christmas parade, tree lighting, music, and a joyful holiday atmosphere for all ages .
Area Attractions
Historic Ringgold Depot & Rail Platform
Explore a beautifully restored depot that played a key role in the Western & Atlantic Railroad and the Civil War. Just behind it, the Rail Viewing Platform offers train enthusiasts benches, lighting, and a continuous railroad scanner feed—expect about 20 trains per day passing right beside you.
General Locomotive Chase Monument
Situated ~1 mile north of the depot, this monument marks the end of the famous Civil War locomotive chase—where Union raiders stopped their engine near Ringgold. It's a meaningful historical stop for Civil War history buffs.
Maj. Gen. Patrick Cleburne Monument
A short drive east on U.S. 41, this statue commemorates Confederate General Cleburne’s strategic defense of Ringgold Gap during the 1863 Battle of Chattanooga. A great piece of local military history in a serene setting.
Elsie Holmes Nature Park & Chickamauga Creek Trail
Ideal for easy outdoor fun—the park features a 1.5-mile nature trail, fishing spots, kayak-friendly Chickamauga Creek, and a peaceful setting for strolling, picnicking, or connecting with nature.
Georgia Winery
Part of the local favorite list, this charming winery offers wine tastings, scenic landscapes, and a friendly, relaxing vibe. Perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.
Northwest Georgia Amphitheatre
This outdoor venue hosts concerts, community events, and live entertainment on a lawn that seats up to 3,500 guests. A venue not only for music but also for local gatherings and seasonal performances.