Roaming Around Rome Blog

Want to learn more about Georgia’s Rome? Our writers contribute regularly to this Rome blog. Keep reading to learn about local events, Rome landmarks and our community. Interested in having an event in Rome? Click here to contact the Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau.

‘Sweet Home Alabama’ and Southern Hospitality in Rome

‘Sweet Home Alabama,’ starring Reese Witherspoon, Patrick Dempsey and Josh Lucas, celebrates its 20th anniversary in September. Despite the name of the movie, the majority […]

July 22, 2022

5 Sweet Treats to Enjoy This Summer

Summer is nearing, school is out and the weather is heating up! Here are a few sweet treats to enjoy this summer! Honeycream Artisan Gelato […]

June 21, 2022

First Friday Concert Series Announces Annual Lineup

FIRST FRIDAYS ARE BACK FOR 2022! The series will run June-September at the Town Green and opening acts will kick off at 7pm.  This free event […]

June 14, 2022

Fireworks Events Around Rome, GA

Liberty Day Celebration  July 2 – Cave Spring, GA The festivities take place in Downtown Cave Spring and begin at 10am with a 5K Run […]

June 14, 2022

Treat Dad to These Father’s Day Gifts in Georgia’s Rome

Father’s Day is quickly approaching and we have great gift ideas to help dad feel loved on his special day! The Canoe House The Canoe […]

June 10, 2022

‘Stranger Things’ in Rome, Georgia

If you haven’t already heard, the hit Netflix show, Stranger Things, was filmed in beautiful Georgia’s Rome! The series includes popular Rome locations like the Ford Buildings […]

June 9, 2022

Spring Tours in Rome

Rome Clocktower Tours For the most beautiful spring views of Rome, take a tour of the historic clocktower; offered every first Saturday. Learn about the […]

April 18, 2022

Fun Spring Break Ideas in Georgia’s Rome + Free Fun Too!

Rome-Floyd ECO Center Drop by the ECO Center and see native wildlife! It is free to visit, and we are open Monday-Thursday 1-4 pm and […]

April 5, 2022

9 Ways to Have Fun on a Rainy Day in Rome

Get Creative Discover a rainbow of fun on a raining day at Swerve: Off the Path. Paint your own pottery, mosaics and more. They also […]

December 29, 2021

November Fall Events

Georgia’s Rome is just 1 hour north of Atlanta and the perfect place for fall weekend fun!   November 6 – Chili-Fest Enjoy the fall air […]

November 2, 2021