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The Downtown Library is turning 50, and we’re taking the celebration into the streets! For half a century, this library has been our community’s place to discover, create, and connect. To mark 50 amazing years, we’re throwing a giant, casual, action-packed block party—and everyone is invited!Whether you’ve been coming here since 1976 or just got your library card last week, grab the kids, bring your neighbors, and help us blow out the candles.
The Details:
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 9:00AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Right outside the Downtown Library on Broad Street (Street will be closed to traffic!)
Cost: 100% FREE!
What’s Happening on the Block?
- Food Trucks & Birthday Treats: Local eats available for purchase, plus FREE cake and cup cakes starting at 2pm while supplies last!
- Kids’ Zone: Inflatables, scavenger hunt, face painting, touch-a-truck and bubble machines galore.
- Live Tunes & Performances: Yoga in the morning at 9am. Line Dancing in the afternoon and jam out to upbeat music from local bands.
- Maker Day & Author Talk: Enjoy a special 50th Anniversary celebration Maker Day on 4th floor and the annual Local Author Festival on 1st floor.
- Book Sale: Chattanooga Public Library Foundation book sale on every floor.
Good to Know:
- Free Parking in the EPB Garage.
- Feel free to bring your own lawn chairs or blankets to kick back and listen to the music!
- In case of rain, don’t worry—we’ll move all the fun indoors!
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