Pops On The River Returns July 3 With Fireworks, Live Music And Family Fun

  • Thursday, June 26, 2025

The city of Chattanooga announces the return of Pops on the River on Thursday, July 3, at Coolidge Park. This summer celebration brings the community together for an evening filled with live performances, family activities and a fireworks finale.

The event is free and open to the public.

This year’s entertainment will feature Chattanooga Soul, an ensemble of local musicians beginning at 6 p.m., followed by a performance from the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera at 7:20 p.m.

Families can also enjoy a Kids Zone, providing fun and interactive activities for children of all ages throughout the evening, along with food trucks, fun vendors and more

To close out the night, a fireworks display will light up the skies over the Tennessee River beginning at 9:45 p.m.

A free shuttle service will run from 4-11 p.m. between Coolidge Park and the Unum parking lot on Lookout Street, provided by the Chattanooga Lookouts and Unum.

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