GEORGIA’S ROME OFFICE OF TOURISM AND THE FORUM RIVER CENTER ANNOUNCE
SPECIAL PARKING & FREE SHUTTLE PLAN FOR ACTION-PACKED FRIDAY NIGHT IN
DOWNTOWN ROME

July 15, 2025, ROME, GA – In anticipation of large crowds expected
this Friday night in Downtown Rome, the Georgia’s Rome Office of
Tourism and The Forum River Center created a comprehensive parking and
transportation plan — including free shuttles and designated public
parking — to ensure visitors enjoy the evening’s festivities with ease
and convenience.

A free shuttle service, provided by Roman Chariots and branded City of
Rome shuttle bus, will begin circulating between designated parking
areas starting at 5:00 p.m., with continuous service throughout the
evening during peak activity hours. Visitors can also request on-demand
pick-up by texting 706-413-2822 from any of the listed parking
locations.

DOWNTOWN ROME, JULY 18, 2025, FRIDAY NIGHT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

* 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | _Clydesdales on Broad Street_
Don’t miss the majestic Clydesdales parading through Downtown!
They’ll begin at the corner of E 5th Ave & Broad Street, travel to
corner of E 2nd & Broad Street, and then return back up Broad Street,
making delivery stops in both directions.
* 5:00 PM | _Free Shuttle Service begins to designated parking
locations. __Locations and addresses are listed below._

*

6:00 PM | _Forum River Center Doors Open – __Three Dog Night & Little
River Band Concert__ _
Plan to arrive early and take advantage of free shuttles and parking!
*

7:00 PM | _Three Dog Night & Little River Band Concert_
A must-see concert at the Forum River Center — tickets are going fast
[2]!

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FREE PUBLIC PARKING LOCATIONS:

* 6th Avenue Parking Deck – West 1st Street (beside District Court
Clerk)
* 4th Avenue Parking Deck – 5 East 4th Avenue
* Barron Stadium – 300 West 3rd Street
* Rome-Floyd County Library – 205 Riverside Parkway
* Atrium Health Floyd Corporate Headquarters – 420 East 2nd Avenue
* Central Plaza – 500 East 2nd Avenue
* East 1st Avenue Grass Lot – 410 East 1st Avenue (behind Atrium
Health Floyd Corporate HQ, across the street)
* Downtown Rome (Broad Street) – Free on-street parking after 5:00
p.m.

FREE SHUTTLE DETAILS:

*

Service Begins: 5:00 p.m.
*

Providers: City of Rome branded shuttle bus & Roman Chariots
*

Route: Continuous loop between all listed parking locations and downtown
activity zones
*

On-Demand Pick-Up: Text 706-413-2822 from any listed lot for a free ride

“We’re expecting a fantastic turnout, and this plan ensures our
community and visitors can focus on enjoying the evening — not on
finding a parking space,” said Lisa Smith, Director of Georgia’s Rome
Office of Tourism.

A parking map showing all shuttle stops and parking options is available
for viewing and download: View Map [3]. Visitors are encouraged to
arrive early and take full advantage of these free services.
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For more information and to view the full parking map, visit
RomeGeorgia.org [4] or follow Rome Georgia on social media for updates.

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Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism is the official destination and sports
marketing organization of Rome and Floyd County, Ga. Georgia’s Rome
mission is to strengthen the economic prosperity of the community
through tourism development by attracting leisure travelers,
conventions, meetings, film, sports and events. For more information,
visit RomeGeorgia.org [5].

The Forum River Center is located in the heart of downtown Rome, Georgia
and is a premier event venue offering a versatile space for gatherings
of all kinds. Hosting events year-round—from concerts and large-scale
shows to conferences and community functions—the facility is a
cornerstone of Rome’s vibrant urban district. With scenic views of the
riverfront and just steps from local shopping, dining, and hotels, The
Forum offers both convenience and charm. The venue features a spacious
arena, elegant ballroom, flexible meeting rooms, and an outdoor event
area, making it an ideal setting for conventions, weddings, receptions,
and special events. For more information visit ForumRiverCenter.com [6].