About this venue
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium is a historic theater and concert venue in Chattanooga, distinguished by its monumental façade, large arched entrances and early-20th-century architectural character. Its main auditorium accommodates approximately 3,866 guests, making it an important setting for touring musicals, concerts, comedy, spoken-word events and other large-scale stage productions. The building retains the atmosphere of a historic civic landmark while incorporating the technical systems required for modern performances.
Inside, a spacious lobby with marble flooring and decorative ceilings leads into the main auditorium, which combines orchestra-level and balcony seating. The layout provides different perspectives of the stage, while the large performance area and modern production infrastructure support a wide range of event formats. Concession points may operate during selected events, with food and beverage options varying according to the program.
The main entrance faces McCallie Avenue at 399 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States. Several paid parking lots and garages are located within a short walk, while passenger drop-off is possible along the McCallie Avenue approach before proceeding to the entrance on foot. For wider transportation options and getting around Chattanooga, see the city information further down the page.
About the city
Chattanooga, a scenic city in southeastern Tennessee on the banks of the Tennessee River, has developed into an appealing destination for concerts, sporting events and large gatherings. Its combination of a compact city center, a lively Riverfront area and venues such as McKenzie Arena, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium and Finley Stadium allows visitors to easily combine an event with restaurants, accommodation and other urban attractions. The city has a relaxed atmosphere, yet a sufficiently diverse entertainment scene to appeal to both sports fans and audiences arriving for concerts, performances and other events.
For arriving in and getting around the city, Chattanooga Airport (CHA) is an important gateway, while public transportation is operated by the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority, known as CARTA. CARTA connects different parts of the city with bus routes, while the Downtown Shuttle makes travel through the city center easier, including the corridor between the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo complex and the Tennessee Aquarium. This network is particularly convenient for reaching venues in and near downtown, including McKenzie Arena and Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium, while Finley Stadium is located in the Southside area and is easily accessible from the city center. Visitors arriving by car can also use municipal parking garages, on-street parking and other parking options in the central neighborhoods.
Before or after an event, it is worth exploring the Chattanooga Riverfront along the Tennessee River and Ross's Landing, walking a section of the Tennessee Riverwalk or enjoying views toward the distinctive Walnut Street Bridge. Nearby attractions include the Tennessee Aquarium and Bluff View Art District, while Lookout Mountain is a popular choice for a broader panoramic experience of the city. The combination of river scenery, art, parks and a mountain backdrop gives Chattanooga its distinctive character and makes it easy to turn a visit for a concert, game or performance into a complete stay in this appealing Tennessee city.
