Celebrate the holiday season in Georgia’s Rome with an array of unforgettable events and festive experiences! From dazzling lights and cozy traditions to unique local celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come join the fun and make this holiday season one to remember!
Rink at Ridge Ferry Park Ice Skating – Nov 19 – Jan 19
Glide into holiday magic and bundle up for outdoor ice skating at under twinkling lights at our covered outdoor rink! Your admission is good all day and includes ice skate rental, plus they offer skating aids for the youngsters! Concessions will be available on-site to grab some holiday treats. Get daily hours and prices
Be sure to visit the park on Saturday, December 7 for a Candy Cane hunt to be held at Noon in addition to Playtime with Santa from 2-4 p.m.
Christmas Tree Farm – Silver Creek Farm – Opens Saturday before Thanksgiving – Nov 23
Start (or continue!) a holiday tradition by finding your perfect Christmas tree at Silver Creek Tree Farm! Wander through rows of fresh evergreens and enjoy the magic of the season with friends and family. This beautiful tree farm also offers some beautiful selfie spots to enjoy after purchasing your tree!
Berry College Choirs Holiday Concert – Nov 24 FREE
The Berry Choirs will present an evening filled with holiday favorites at the Bell Recital Hall. This festive concert will feature performances by the Treble Choir, the Tenor-Bass Choir and student a cappella groups.
Rome Turkey Trot – Thanksgiving Day, Nov 28
Burn off that pumpkin pie before you eat it! Join us Thanksgiving morning for a festive 5K (or 3K) filled with friends, family, and fun. Perfect for runners, walkers, and turkey-lovers of all kinds. Let’s start the holiday with some good vibes and great strides!
Nashville Noel: A Country Christmas Spectacular – Nov 29
Enjoy a dazzling holiday extravaganza that brings the spirit of Nashville and the magic of Christmas together in a heartwarming and unforgettable show. This spectacular production showcases the best of country music and the joy of the holiday season, creating a truly enchanting experience for audiences of all ages.
Winter Wonderland – Nov 29 – Dec 24
The Winter Wonderland at AdventHealth Stadium is all new this year and includes a snow experience, inflatable slides, a bouncy house snowman, a toboggan tunnel, nightly movies, and more.
Holiday Lights of Rome – Drive Thru Experience – Nov 30-Dec 31
Enjoy the season with spectacular holiday light experiences for the whole family! This year offering a new set-up that includes holiday music, all new light displays, animated displays and a 300 foot drive through tunnel.
Magnolia Magic Holiday Market – Nov 30-Dec 1
This Market offers everything you need to create new holiday traditions that look like the Hallmark movies! Sip on Hot Cocoa, Join the Milk + Cookie Eating Contest, Show off Your Baking Skills and win Best Christmas Cookie! Held at the Forum River Center, it is the only fully indoor Christmas market in Rome!
It’s A Wonderful Life – Nov 30 FREE
This free showing of the classic film “It’s a Wonderful Life” is a fun family event hosted by Habitat for Humanity at the historic Rome City Auditorium. They will sell concessions. Help them celebrate their 40th year!
Rome Symphony Orchestra, The Strings of Christmas – Dec 1
The sounds of the season performed by strings! The Rome Symphony String Orchestra will play your Christmas favorites, both modern and classical. With sing-a-longs and a visit from Santa Claus, this Holiday concert is perfect for the entire family!
Rome Christmas Parade – Dec 3, 7 PM FREE
A Rome tradition and a wonderful kick-off to our holiday season, the Rome Christmas Parade is one of the oldest and largest parades in Northwest Georgia! The parade route begins on Broad Street at 1st Avenue and ends at 6th Avenue in front of City Hall where Santa lights the City Christmas Tree as he passes by.
Holiday Evening at the Museum,Chieftains Museum – Dec 6-7
Tour historic Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home by candlelight and decorated for the holidays in 19th century Moravian fashion. Live music, cider, holiday and Moravian cookies add to the festivities.
Mary Poppins – Rome Little Theatre – Dec 6-15 (Fri-Sun Performances)
Enjoy this live performance of Mary Poppins who takes children on many magical and memorable adventures where even the grown-ups learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that “Anything can happen if you let it.”
Winter Art Market – Rome Civic Center – Dec 7-8 FREE
Get ready to shop local and festive this holiday season at our winter art market. Discover one-of-a-kind, handcrafted treasures perfect for everyone on your list. From unique art pieces to handmade jewelry, pottery, and cozy winter finds, this is your chance to make gift-giving extra special! Free parking and admission!
Season’s Screenings – Rome Holiday Movie Marathon– Dec 7 FREE
The City of Rome invites you and your holiday crew for a totally FREE movie marathon of your festive favorites! Join us for Season’s Screenings where we’ll be showing classic holiday movies all day long. Dress as your favorite holiday movie character, or festive holiday attire, because there are door prizes up for grabs at every screening for everyone who dresses festively! Concessions will be for sale and benefit ARF – Animal Rescue Foundation.
Small Town Christmas in the Country – Dec 7 FREE
This annual arts and crafts festival offers holiday shopping and treats from local artisans. The Christmas Parade is held on Saturday evening in downtown Cave Spring.
Christmas in Lindale – Dec 7 FREE
Enjoy a day long festival in Wolf Park followed by a festive parade in the evening.
Lindale Christmas Trolley Rides: Sing-along with Santa – Dec 10
All aboard the Santa Trolley! Get ready for a magical evening with Santa himself on our holiday trolley ride! Sip on hot cocoa, munch on delicious cookies, and sing along to your favorite Christmas carols and enjoy an unforgettable night with Santa!
Victorian Trolley Tours – Rome Area History Center – Dec 13
Take a trip back in time and discover the amazing beauty of downtown Rome decked out for the Christmas season and explore local holiday history.
Cave Spring Christmas Parade – Dec 14 FREE
Cave Spring’s annual Christmas Parade will be held the second Saturday of December in downtown Cave Spring; this annual parade is a beloved tradition and promises holiday joy for all!
Christmas Back Home – Rome City Auditorium – Dec 13 & 14
From blues to reggae and jazz to rock, the all-star band turns classic holiday tunes new again with a delightful twist on some well-worn favorites.
Hometown Throwdown – Forum River Center – Dec 28
After the holiday rush, it’s time to slow down a little and enjoy some hometown fun – the perfect concert for when family is in town to enjoy local favorites Dalton Dover with special guests Hunter Chastain and Will Terry.
Cave Spring Polar Plunge – Jan 1, 2025
Jump into the new year with this fun annual tradition of plunging into the coldest, freshest spring fed lake around! Claim bragging rights and cool t-shirt too!
More fun holiday events:
- Homemakers Bazaar- Nov 8-9 FREEMargaret Gaylor Christmas in November Bazaar features hand made arts & crafts, and home baked goods.
- Cave Spring Christmas Open House, Nov 9-10 FREE Downtown Cave Spring kicks off the busy shopping Christmas season this weekend!
- Nutcracker, Crown Dance – Dec 8: Get tickets for performances of the Nutcracker at Rome City Auditorium
- No Place Like Rome for the Holidays Concert – Dec 10 FREE: The WINDS, Westminister Presbyterian Handbells, and master guitarist Sean Thrower will inspire with seasonal favorites. Free concert is held at Rome City Auditorium at 7 pm.
- Our Lady of Guadalupe Parade – Dec 12 FREE: Parade will be held on Broad Street at 6 pm
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Our Georgia's Rome tourism team works hard to curate content to help you discover and explore our beautiful town! We want to ensure our content is up-to-date and accurate; so please let us know if we ever overlook an important detail! This post was originally written by Kristi Kent and is updated by staff.
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