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.

9 Huge September Events (Plus 2 Free Family Events)

Experience a symphonic circus act, celebrate with Native American pow wows, and uncover Egyptian treasures! Only in Georgia’s Rome – this September! Rock the 90’s […]

August 30, 2022

Gena Flanigen -Berry Eagles photography book

Featuring local author and photographer, Gena Flanigen’s book “Strength & Beauty: The Bald Eagles of Berry College.” In the book, Flanigen continues to chronicle the […]

August 29, 2022

Six Hidden Gems of Rome

Rome, Georgia has so much to offer including many hidden attractions that many Romans are not aware of! Here are a few hidden gems to […]

August 11, 2022

‘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

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