Rock City, Ruby Falls To Close Temporarily

  • Friday, March 13, 2020

See Rock City Inc. has determined out of an abundance of caution and in alignment with other regional attractions, to close Rock City Gardens effective Friday for two weeks, with an anticipated reopen date of March 28. The health and safety of the guests who visit Rock City, the partners (employees) who work for the hospitality company and the community in which the business is a part of remains the priority, said officials.

“As a mission-driven organization, we make decisions in line with our organizational values,” said SRC President and COO Susan Harris. “We did not make this determination lightly, because we know that many visitors were looking forward to our award-winning Shamrock City event. Although we are disappointed, we know we have responsibilities in our community to lead with health and safety as our top priority.”

Other SRC Inc. properties with operating changes include the Battles for Chattanooga museum which is also closing March 14-27. The Rock City Starbucks and Clumpies Ice Cream Co. shops are offering counter service only during this time.

SRC is following updates and recommendations from science-based sources including U.S. Centers for Disease Control, the World Health Organization, the Tennessee Department of Health, Georgia Department of Public Health, and local health officials. Guests are encouraged to visit Rock City’s website or Facebook page to stay updated on the affirmative reopening date for the attraction.

"Out of an abundance of caution for our team, guests and nation," Ruby Falls will temporarily close in response to COVID-19 beginning Saturday. The historic destination and High Point ZIP Adventure will remain closed through at least March 20.

 

“This is an unprecedented situation,” said Ruby Falls CEO Hugh Morrow. “We continue to stay in close contact with public health agencies and the Center for Disease Control for information and guidance.” 

 

Operation schedule updates will be posted on the attraction’s website and social media channels. 


 

Breaking News
Latest Hamilton County Arrest Report
  • 7/12/2025

Here is the latest Hamilton County arrest report. (If your case is dismissed, just email us your name and date we ran it and we will promptly take off. Email to news@chattanoogan.com ) ADKIRSON,JAMES ... more

Bridge Inspections Prompt Lane Closures On I-75 In Bradley County
  • 7/11/2025

Drivers traveling on I-75 in Bradley County should be aware of an upcoming bridge inspection that will temporarily impact traffic. Sunday from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. local time, Tennessee Department ... more

Work Replacing Drainpipe Prompts Closure Of Section Of Highway 41 In Marion County On Monday
  • 7/11/2025

Drivers traveling on Highway 41 (Cummings Highway) in Marion County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will temporarily impact traffic. On Monday from 6 a.m. to ... more