ROX FEST - A new and different gathering hosted by Memphis Rox.

What is Rox Fest?

Rox Fest is an all-are welcome, all included, one stop, family friendly celebration of community, diversity, and culture – featuring climbing, camping, music, food, educational and inspiring ROX Talks from community leaders, and more. Rox Fest is a space for all. Kindness, compassion, and curiosity are required. Inappropriate or intolerant behavior will not be tolerated.

Join us November 6th through the 8th, 2026, in Stone Fort, Chattanooga, Tennessee.

When and Where?

Check out Rox Talks from previous years!

Listen to Nathaniel Coleman, an Olympic Silver Medalist, talk about his passion for kendama, and how it relates to climbing.

Listen to Kai Lightner share about how he finds balance as a professional climber.

Find all Rox Talks here.

Rox Fest FAQs

  • Rox fest is November 6th through 8th 2026 at Stone Fort (LRC) -9104 Brow Lake Rd., Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379 - Chattanooga, TN

  • Tent · Sleeping bag · Headlamp · Warm clothes · Plate/Bowl · Utensils · Cup · Climbing shoes · Crash pad (don’t stress if you don’t have one) · Water bottle · Stoke

  • No, Rox Fest is beginner friendly. At this event we will have an Intro to Bouldering workshop guided by experienced climbers to help you learn how to get started on your climbing journey.

    • On-site camping (17th fairway; no fires)

    • Three days of bouldering at Stone Fort, including rare access to the Fairway Boulders

    • All meals included. Please bring a reusable plate, utensils, and cup to help reduce waste

    • Rox Talks featuring athletes, creatives, and change-makers

    • DJ saturday set

    • Daily meetups and workshops covering climbing skills, adaptive climbing, foraging, the fun run, and more

    • Vendor Village: flash tattoos, demos, crash pad rentals, and gear from fest sponsors

    • Limited-edition Rox Fest t-shirt

  • Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this event. Under both the ADA and Tennessee state law, people with disabilities are allowed to bring their service animals into all public places.

    • Paved path from check-in to camping

    • Accessible portable restroom on-site

    • Climbing zones are on natural terrain (no paved trails)
      Please let us know how we can support your experience. For more info on adaptive meetups or terrain specifics, reach out to jon@memphisrox.com