July 3rd, 2024 – 12:00 PM

Rome Floyd Parks and Recreation Press Release –

Get ready for a fun-filled day of food, music, inflatables and more awaits as the 2024 Independence Day Celebration sponsored by Atrium Health Floyd takes over Ridge Ferry Park.

The park opens to the public at noon with food trucks and concessions available. At 1 p.m., the splash zone opens with four water inflatables for kids to enjoy. Wristbands for the splash zone will be $5.

Later in the evening, parkgoers can listen and dance to Rome, Georgia native, Hunter Chastain live from the Coca-Cola stage.

One of the largest fireworks shows in Georgia will be shot from the top of Jackson Hill starting at approximately 9:35 p.m. Zambelli Fireworks is once again shooting the display that will feature more than 1,500 fireworks of all types, colors, and sizes.

“We look forward to this event every year, and we want everyone to come out to the park and enjoy a great day of food, fun, music, and of course fireworks,” Todd Wofford, RFPRA Director says. “We also want to thank Atrium Health Floyd for sponsoring this great event.”

Q102 (102.3 FM) will once again be broadcasting a simulcast featuring patriotic music to go along with the display.

Just a reminder that parking for the event is $5 and card only.

Please keep in mind that large coolers, pets, drones, fires, or sparklers are not allowed in Ridge Ferry Park.

Parking is in the main park and the shoal’s side. Please follow staff members’ directions when parking.