Pops on the River

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Breck Stewart, Director of Operations and Marketing with Chattanooga Presents!

The 2024 Pops on the River celebration will take place on Wednesday, July 3, in Coolidge Park, thanks to the support of the City of Chattanooga and a Presenting Sponsorship from Warren & Griffin!This popular community event will kick-off at 4:30 pm with a FREE outdoor concert by Love, Peace & Happiness and at 7:30pm the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera (CSO) will perform a patriotic program leading up to a large fireworks display which is scheduled for its conclusion at approximately 9:30pm.

The 2024 Pops on the River celebration will take place on Wednesday, July 3, in Coolidge Park, thanks to the support of the City of Chattanooga and a Presenting Sponsorship from Warren & Griffin!

This popular community event will kick-off at 4:30 pm with a FREE outdoor concert by Love, Peace & Happiness and at 7:30pm the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera (CSO) will perform a patriotic program leading up to a large fireworks display which is scheduled for its conclusion at approximately 9:30pm.

The public is invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a picnic during the Pops on the River program. A variety of food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink concessions will be available for purchase on site. Although outside alcohol will not be allowed to be brought into the park it will be available for purchase.

River Street will be closing to vehicular traffic at 3:30 PM on the day of the event.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the event rain or shine? 

Please check the Facebook event page for weather related updates!

Is the event free?

Yes! It is FREE! You do not need a ticket to attend - just a good vibe!

What can I bring?

You can bring lawn chairs and blankets as the audience will be in an open field.

Cooler are permitted but no outside alcohol allowed in the park.

There will be beer, wine, and liquor drinks for purchase in the park.

You may bring tents, canopies, beach umbrellas BUT they MUST be taken down when the music starts at 4:30PM.

Where are the restrooms?

There will be port-o-john bathrooms available for public use.

ITEMS NOT ALLOWED:

No PETS! Only documented service animals allowed and must be on a leash at all times.

No Weapons of any kind

No illegal substances (including narcotics) or drug paraphernalia

No outside alcohol allowed in the park

No glass containers

No fireworks or explosives (sparklers are ok)

No Unauthorized or illegal vendors permitted

No Unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling or give-a-ways.

What time can I setup my blanket or chairs?

Coolidge Park opens at 7:00am.

The park will be open for public use during the day.

You are allowed to bring blankets and chairs before the start of the event.

Pops on the River and organizers are not responsible for items left unattended.

Where can I park?

Parking will be available on downtown streets, lots and parking garages.

River Street will be closing to vehicular traffic at 3:30 PM on the day of the event.