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(November 12, 2024)<\/b><\/p>\n

Celebrate the most magical time of year at Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain!<\/em><\/p>\n

Return to a simpler time on Lookout Mountain at Ruby Falls. Discover magical views, twinkling holiday lights on the Village Plaza, and festive cheer in historic Ruby Falls Castle with special activities. Add your holiday wish to the Forest of Wishes, visit Santa, enjoy iconic cave adventures, and stay for a casual meal, local craft beer, seasonal treats and hot cocoa by the fireplace at Castle Cafe.<\/p>\n

Cave adventure tickets are not necessary to enjoy holidays lights on the Village Plaza and Castle Caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>WHEN:<\/strong> Holiday festivities begin November 29 and continue through December 24. Ruby Falls is open daily, times vary. Santa visits on select days.<\/p>\n

WHERE:<\/strong> Ruby Falls, 1720 Scenic Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37409.<\/p>\n

DETAILS:<\/strong> Cave adventure tickets sold online only; admission $16.95 – $39.95. Purchase tickets several days in advance online for best availability. To buy tickets, see Santa\u2019s schedule and more, visit www.rubyfalls.com\/special-events\/holiday-adventure\/.<\/p>\n

Approved images and press kit:<\/strong> https:\/\/bit.ly\/rubyholiday<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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About Ruby Falls\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Celebrating 95 years since its discovery, Ruby Falls is home to the tallest underground waterfall open to the public in the United States. Over half a million guests visit the thundering waterfall annually, located 1,120 feet beneath the summit of Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, TN. Committed to cave conservation and environmental sustainability, Ruby Falls is the first attraction in the United States to earn certification from Green Globe and is recognized as a leader in tourism sustainability. www.RubyFalls.com<\/p>\n

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