Events
Friday, October 10, 2025
Hello and Welcome!
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
304 Cherokee Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN 37405
NOTE: THE VENUE HAS CHANGED from Fraizer's Five and Dime to Le Roy's Beer Lounge. Nils and Frances will be hanging out at their favorite local spot with their dog Pivot, sharing pizza, salads, and cake to greet incoming guests from near and far. Come as you are: please drop in for few minutes or tuck in for the whole evening. PARKING: There is ample parking behind Le Roy's and on street parking.
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Saturday with Nils and Frances: Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Come experience the highlights of Chattanooga with your tour guides, Nils and Frances.
Agenda 10:00 AM – Meet at the base of Lookout Mountain 10:20 AM – Ride the Incline Railway up (~10 minutes) 10:35 AM – Walk to Point Park (10 mins, slight incline) 11:00 AM – Tour Lookout Mountain National Park (2 hrs, mostly flat, some stairs) 12:30 PM – Walk back to the Incline 1:00 PM – Ride down the mountain (~10 minutes) 1:15 PM – Walk to lunch (3 mins, flat) 1:30–3:00 PM – Lunch in St Elmo Break – Need a rest? Nap! Feeling energized? Check out our Things to Do page for more Chattanooga fun. 5:45 PM – Meet at Riverside Drive in front of the Southern Belle 6:00–7:30 PM – Sunset cruise on the Tennessee River aboard the Southern Belle 7:45 PM – Walk to Agave & Rye (6 mins, some steps/uneven surface) 8:00 PM–Not Too Late – Drinks and snacks at Agave & Rye
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
10:00 am - 10:30 am
3917 Saint Elmo Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37409
ABOUT: Enjoy fall foliage of Chattanooga’s mountainsides and catch glimpses of the city while traveling up the world’s steepest railway. Our group will take the first train after 10AM, approximately 10:20AM. If you miss us, the railway runs regularly! Meet us at the National Park. UPDATE: Nils started working at the Incline Railroad! He is arranging our group’s round trip transport for the day.
Lookout Mountain National Park
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
110 Point Park Road, Lookout Mountain, TN 37350
ABOUT: Lookout Mountain National Park is a gem of Chattanooga for its spectacular views and turning-point historical significance in the Civil War. Nils and Frances will guide you through the park on a short walking tour and leave you plenty of time to take photos and explore. Entry to the park is 10 dollars per person or free with your NPS pass (children 15 and under are free). NOTE: We will not include the Visitors’ Center as part of the tour, so you might like to peek in after exploring the park with us, there is no entry fee for the visitors’ center. Return tickets are not timed, so you have flexibility to decide when to descend. PARKING: There is free parking at the Visitors’ Center for anyone driving rather than taking the Incline Railway.
Lunch in St. Elmo
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
PLANS HAVE CHANGED: Our group size has outgrown our original plans, so we are pivoting. We ask that folks find their own way for lunch (there are several good options in St. Elmo) and we will see you later that day! ST ELMO: There are a variety of restaurants to try depending on your mood. Little Coyote: Upscale, modern Mexican The Hummus Bowl: Vegatarian Meditarian 1885 Grill: Southern-inspired cuisine The Tap House - Sandwiches and burgers, beer flights Clumpies: Homemade icecream, a Chattanooga favorite The Purple Daisy Picnic Cafe: home styleno-frills sammies and sides PARKING: The Incline Railway has a large paid-parking area behind, well-marked.
Sunset Cruise on the Southern Belle Riverboat
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Chattanooga, TN 37401
ABOUT: In October 2024, Nils and Frances arrived in Chattanooga aboard their trawler while cruising the Great Loop. Now, they invite you to join them for a sunset cruise on the Tennessee River, showcasing stunning fall colors and the winding beauty of the valley. TICKETS: Book your SUNSET CRUISE at 6:00 PM ticket for October 11, 2025 at chattanoogariverboat.com. Prices: Adults $35, Kids $25, Infants $6. Light refreshments and bar services are available onboard. PARKING: On street parking and Republic Parking Garage on 201 W Aquarium Way
Evening refreshments at Agave and Rye
7:45 pm - 9:00 pm
185 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
ABOUT: After the cruise, guests are welcome to join Nils and Frances at Agave & Rye, a lively spot for modern Mexican fare and creative cocktails. NOTE: It’s about a 6-minute walk from the Southern Belle Riverboat, and we’ll be dining indoors. PARKING: On street parking and Republic Parking Garage on 201 W Aquarium Way
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Marriage Ceremony
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10 Bluff View Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37403
Join Nils and Frances as the couple publicly declare their commitment of love and partnership. 6-7pm—Light refreshments during standing ceremony on terrace overlooking the Tennessee River. 7-10pm-Seated dinner followed by dancing in the grand lobby. Attire: Suits, jackets and slacks, chic separates, cocktail dresses, dressy jumpsuits, sparkle and whimsy are welcome. Children are welcome at the party! We will have a room set up with crafts, snacks and cozy comforts with a child care provider for when kids need a break in the evening.