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November 4, 2026

Ice Skating Returns To Rome November 24 For Holiday Season

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Ice skating is returning to Rome later this month as Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation prepares to open its seasonal ice skating rink for the holidays.

The department announced that the rink will officially open Tuesday, November 24, offering families and visitors an opportunity to enjoy ice skating throughout the holiday season.

In addition to public skating, the rink will be available for birthday parties, school field trips and other group outings.

Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation is encouraging teachers to begin booking field trips and families to make plans for holiday celebrations at the rink.

The seasonal attraction has become a popular holiday activity in Rome, offering an opportunity for winter recreation close to home.

Additional information about skating dates, operating hours, reservations and booking opportunities is available through the Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation website at www.rfpra.com/iceskating.

August 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Paper Doll Parade and Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Returns to Rome

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Families, survivors and supporters will come together at Ridge Ferry Park in Rome on Saturday, September 26, for the annual Paper Doll Parade and Breast Cancer Awareness 5K.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Rome To Celebrate 250 Years Of American Independence With July 4th Extravaganza

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Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation will host the 2026 Independence Day Extravaganza on Saturday, July 4, at Ridge Ferry Park, celebrating 250 years of American independence.

The event, sponsored by Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic, begins at 3 PM and will feature family activities, games, water inflatables, food trucks and concessions. Inflatable wristbands will be available for $5.

Live music will be featured on the Coca-Cola stage, including a performance by Makenzie Phipps, a contestant from Season 28 of The Voice.

The evening will conclude with one of the largest fireworks shows in Northwest Georgia at approximately 9:30 PM above Jackson Hill. The fireworks display, produced by Pyrotecnico, will include more than 1,500 fireworks in a red, white and blue celebration.

Parking for the event is $5 and card only. Parking will be available in the main park and Shoals parking lots, and attendees are asked to follow staff directions.

Guests are reminded that large coolers, pets, drones, fires and sparklers are not permitted in Ridge Ferry Park.

For more information, visit rfpra.com.