Chattanooga's
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
A FREE Event at Coolidge Park
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 our amazing sponsors!
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.
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The Entertainment
Entertainment will start at 4:30 pm with Love, Peace & Happiness! They are a highly engaging soul and R&B band that has been named "Best of the Best" in Motown-style live band entertainment! Featuring musicians of the highest standard, with years of notable experience within the music industry, this group’s tight harmonies, choreographed dance moves and wide repertoire have made them one of Chattanooga’s favorite party bands.
While listening to great live music from the main stage, be sure to enjoy the food trucks and local artist vendors! Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase as well.
Then at 7:30 pm, the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera will begin their patriotic program featuring favorites such as the “Armed Forces Salute,” “Colonel Bogey's March,” “Stars and Stripes Forever” and “1812 Overture.”
4:30 PM
Entertainment starts.
7:30 PM
Chattanooga Symphony & Opera begins
The Fireworks!
The fireworks display by Pyrotechnico, shot from the neighboring Renaissance Park, will begin immediately upon the conclusion of the symphony’s performance at approximately 9:30 PM.
9:30 PM
Fireworks Start Time
Event Details
Food/drink & parking.
A variety of food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink concessions will be available on site. The public is invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a picnic during the Pops on the River program.
Parking will be available on downtown streets, lots and parking garages.Parking in Coolidge Park will be available until 3:30 PM until the park closes to traffic.
3:30 PM
Coolidge Park closed to traffic.
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 4:30 PM.
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.
Parking in Coolidge Park will be available until 3:30 PM until the park closes to traffic.
Is there designated handicap parking?
Handicap parking is located in parking lots near Coolidge Park.
Parking in Coolidge Park will be available until 3:30 PM until the park closes to traffic.
Can we camp out at the event?
No. Unfortunately Pops on the River is a NON-CAMPING event. There is a nice selection of area campgrounds to peruse at your own fingertips.
Where should I stay?
There are plenty of convenient downtown hotels, all of which are within blocks of the festival.