Winter Playland

Winter might mean frozen lakes and snowy mountains in some parts of the country, but in Chattanooga, it often looks a little different. No matter the weather, there's always a way to play!

From ice fishing and outdoor skating to sledding, snowball fights, and ice climbing, Winter Playland explores the ways winter weather shapes recreation and everyday life across the United States. Through interactive experiences and engaging discoveries created entirely by CDM’s talented team, children and families can investigate the science, creativity, and traditions behind some of their favorite cold-weather activities.

While Chattanooga doesn't typically see the extended freezing temperatures that make activities like ice fishing possible, the city has experienced its share of winter weather. During the historic Blizzard of 1993, Chattanooga received 18.5 inches of snow in a single day! Winter Playland explores these regional differences and celebrates the many ways people find opportunities for outdoor fun, wherever they call home.