SCHOOL BASH

Special Events
CITY OF ROSWELL SPRAYGROUNDS
2015 End Of Season
The City of Roswell’s TWO premiere spraygrounds are currently open for the 2015 season.
The Spray Station at East Roswell Park will close in August. Splash ‘n Play at Riverside will
remain open daily with limited hours through Labor Day, and then open only on weekends
in September. Both spraygrounds offer different varieties of spray features, and include
concession stands and rental pavilions. Daily Fees apply. Adults not entering the water
with paid child and infants under 1 yr. are free. Birthday Party Packages, Private Rentals,
and Pavilion Rentals are available at both locations. Please call 770-594-6134 to make
reservations today!
SPLASH ‘N PLAY - Riverside Park
575 Riverside Road - 770-594-6158
Open *Daily through Sunday, August 9th
Open 10 am – 1 pm weekdays, Aug. 10 – Sept. 4 (full weekend hours)
Open All Day Monday, September 7th and weekends ONLY thru Sept.
*(Closed Tuesdays for maintenance and Private Rentals)
THE SPRAY STATION East Roswell Park
9000 Fouts Rd - 770-594-6188
Open *Daily through Sunday, August 9th
*(Closed Wednesdays for maintenance and Private Rentals)
Daily Fee - 1 yr. old and up: $2
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH –
Riverside Park Sprayground
Sat., August 8, 6 p.m. - end of movie
Riverside Park
Our 4th Annual Back to School Bash is held in conjunction with our B98.5 Movie (Cinderella) at
Riverside Park. This GREAT family event includes a cookout (Hamburger, Veggie Burger or All-Beef
Hotdog, Chips and a Drink) with your choice of our Novelty Ice-cream for dessert, PRIVATE access
to the Sprayground for your family (closed to the public) until the movie starts, and a reserved
seating area down in front for the B98.5 Movie starting at dark!! Come out to celebrate the start
of your school year with us! Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets. All ages. Register at
Riverside Park. For more information call Riverside Park Sprayground at 770-594-6158.
Fee: $8, residents
$12, non-residents Code: 45530
SHOOT THE HOOCH
Chattahoochee Outfitters 770-650-1008 - 2 Locations
Boating Rentals - 203 Azalea Drive - Azalea Park
Bike Rentals - 875 Riverside Road - Don White Memorial Park
Rent a raft, canoe, kayak, tube or paddle board and take a fun and relaxing trip down the
Chattahoochee River, or rent some bikes and enjoy the scenic riverfront trails and parks.
Open 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily (last hourly rental is at 6 p.m.) from Memorial Day through
Labor Day. (After Labor Day weekend, see website for dates and hours open) Shuttle service
available!! Reservations are suggested, but walk-ins are welcome. For more information visit:
www.shootthehooch.com.
SPIRIT OF ROSWELL
We are also home of the “Spirit of Roswell” Riverboat and available for group, wedding,
corporate, school, and party rentals. Accommodates up to 60 passengers. Drop off and pick up at
Azalea Park Dock. For more information visit www.spiritofroswell.com
Specific Sprayground Pass:
Individual - $60, Family - $9
15TH ANNUAL END OF SUMMER
CELEBRATION
Both Spraygrounds:
Individual - $80, Family - $120
RAP Pool Pass Holder Add-on
Individual - $40, Family - $80
FREE FAMILY
MOVIE SERIES
at Riverside Park
Sun., 9/6
Held at Centennial High School (a drug, alcohol and tobacco free school). Featuring music,
carnival games, giant inflatables, face painting, our annual twist contest for the kids and
spectacular fireworks at dark. Proceeds support many Centennial Clubs. Food provided by Shane’s
Ribshack. Sponsored by Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe, Wal-Mart, Sams Club, and Fulton County
Schools.
5:30 p.m.
Games and Activities Begin
6:00 p.m.
The Free Byrds
7:00 p.m.
Back Trax
Our Free Movie Series continues throughout the summer and fall at Riverside Park. Sponsored by
Movies Under the Stars and B98.5. Bring a picnic, drinks, chairs and blankets. Movies begin at
Dark; Concessions available; Look for information on the Back to School Bash in association with
the August 8th Movie. For details or to register call 770-594-6158.
Saturday, July 18 - Penguins of Madagascar
Saturday, August 8 - Cinderella B98.5 and Back to School Bash
Saturday, September 12 - Paddington
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Special Events
ROSWELL RIVERSIDE SOUNDS
Sat., 9/5 and 10/3 - Free!
Roswell Riverside Sounds, an annual series of six free outdoor concerts held at Riverside Park,
575 Riverside Road, monthly from May through October from 7-9 p.m. In September, Monty
Montgomery will perform the reggae songs that made Billboard magazine recognize him as one of
the top reggae artists of all time. In October, the Get Right Band will perform their live show that
covers everything from funk to rock n’ roll to reggae. Food trucks are on-site at each concert from
6-9 p.m. For more information visit www.roswellriversidesounds.com
SATURDAY BIG CREEK WORK PARTY
Sat., 10/24, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
In order for RAMBO to have the trails cleared of leaves and debris for the X-Terra running race on
the first Sat in Nov, we have a work party, and invite all those interested in giving something back
to the Big Creek trail system to join us from 9am till 1pm. Lunch and tools will be provided. Please
see www.rambo-mtb.org for details.
THE 10TH ANNUAL BIG CREEK PARK
MOUNTAIN BIKE FAMILY FESTIVAL
49TH ANNUAL ROSWELL ARTS
FESTIVAL
9/19 & 9/20 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sponsored by the Recreation Association, features artwork and crafts for sale and continuous
live entertainment; a shuttle bus will continuously run from Roswell City Hall to the Town Square
throughout the event. Free to the public. www.roswellartsfestival.com
FAMILY MUSIC AND WELLNESS EXPO
Come and join us at Riverside Park for our Fall Family Music, Health and Wellness Expo. Various
vendors from around the community will offer services in either health or wellness and the music
industry: chiropractors, physical therapists, dentists, health insurance companies, rehabilitation
devices services, hospitals, musicians and DJ’s. We will also be offering free screenings for blood
pressure, bone density, blood glucose and more. There will be hands on interaction with real
musical artists, health vendors and more. face painters and inflatables will be on hand to entertain
the kids. We will be showcasing local artists in the area, and will have fitness demonstrations thru
out the day. So come out and enjoy this fun filled day. Door prizes will be given away. For more
information or vendor booth call 770-641-3950.
Saturday, 9/26 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Free!!! Held at Riverside Park
Sat., 10/3, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
FREE!
It’s RAMBO’s 10th anniversary and we are celebrating with National Take a Kid Mountain Biking
Day. Held on National Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day; Activities will include bike games, group
rides, skills clinics, bike demonstrations and a scavenger hunt with great prizes. Meet at Big
Creek Parking lot off of Old Alabama Road. Please see www.rambo-mtb.org for details.
HALLOWEEN
FUN HOUSE
Fun for ages 8 and under at our FREE Halloween Fun
House at East Roswell Recreation Center. Children
will enjoy face painting, carnival games, inflatables,
hayrides, and more. Concessions will be available
for purchase. If you are interested in volunteering or
sponsoring this event call 770-594-6134.
Fri., 10/23
4:30 - 7:00 p.m.
FREE!
65TH ANNUAL FRANCES MCGAHEE
YOUTH DAY PARADE
Sat., 10/10 Parade begins at 10:00 a.m.
This event honors and supports the youth of Roswell. This year’s theme is “Roswell Unplugged”.
Parade line up is at Roswell First Baptist Church and ends in Roswell Area Park. Parade applications
will be available in August.
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Special Events
MOTHER/SON HALLOWEEN DANCE
Moms...get your son and costumes and join us for this spooky holiday dance! Dancing, music,
games, prizes, refreshments, picture opportunities and lots of fun! Costumes and not required. All
boys and their mother’s, grandmothers or mother figures are welcome. Each person entering the
dance must be registered prior to the dance to attend. All ages. Held at Bill Johnson Community
Activity Building.
Fri.
10/30
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Fee: $12, residents $18, non-residents
SAVE THE DATE
FUNDRAISER NIGHT AT MONTE
CARLO CASINO Sat., 11/7,
8:00 - 11:30 p.m.
Join us for in indulgent evening in our fabulous Monte Carlo Casino with decadent desserts, silent
and live auctions, dancing with exciting casino action. Babysitting available for a nominal fee.
Proceeds to benefit the new therapeutic pool. Held at the Roswell Adult Recreation Center. Located
in Grimes Bridge Park Adult beverages available. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Park
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Enjoy a continental breakfast, coloring, music, games, dancing, face painting, crafts and SANTA
CLAUS! Each person entering the breakfast must be registered to attend. All ages, children must
be accompanied by a registered adult. Held at Bill Johnson Community Activity Building.
Sat.
12/05
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Fee: $14, residents
$21, non-residents
ROSWELL’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY
CELEBRATION ON THE SQUARE
Sat., 12/5 at 5 p.m.
This family event includes carolers from local schools, lighting of Town Square, a reading of ‘Twas
the Night Before Christmas, and a special visit for everyone, Santa Claus! Pictures with Santa
available at a nominal fee; holiday shuttle bus is available to the gift shop.
SANTA’S SECRET GIFT SHOP
Sat., 12/5 from 5:00 - 8:30 p.m. and Sun., 12/6 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Opens immediately after lighting of the square! Take holiday shuttle to the Adult Recreation
Center; children ages 12 and younger can shop, Activities: arts & crafts and face painting on
Sunday. Saturday, you can park at the Adult Recreation Center and ride the holiday bus for FREE!
to the lighting of Town Square. Shuttle starts at 4:00pm. Pictures available with Santa on Sunday
from 1-4 p.m. Gifts at affordable prices and proceeds benefit the Roswell Ramblers Senior Club.
Concessions available - Held at Adult Recreation Center.
TWISTED TINSEL HOLIDAY
SPECTACULAR
Sat., 12/ 5 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Southern Trilogy (Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation) present the 2nd annual
Twisted Tinsel Holiday Spectacular. Ride the trolley between the three antebellum mansions
decorated for the holidays while they host a whacky winter extravaganza. There will be crazy
holiday games, twisted entertainment and fun for the whole family. For more information call the
Southern Trilogy at 678-640-3855 or visit www.southerntrilogy.com
Fee: Family Activities are Free, Open House tours are $5 per person, per home, and Children
under 12 are free
GINGERBREAD DECORATING
We provide the house and all the supplies so come decorate your own gourmet gingerbread house
any way you wish. Registration is PER house. Ages 5 & up. Held at East Roswell Recreation
Center.
Sat.
12/05
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Fee: $28, residents
NIGHT AT THE POLAR EXPRESS
It’s almost becoming a family tradition at East Roswell! Family movie night, so bring the whole
family in your comfy clothes and we will watch Polar Express on the big screen and enjoy popcorn,
hot chocolate, and goodies. Don’t forget your pillows and blankets! Parents are free, all children
must register individually. All Ages. Held at East Roswell Recreation Center.
Fri.
12/04
6:00 p.m. - until movie ends
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Fee: $8, residents
$12, non-residents
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FATHER/DAUGHTER VALENTINE’S
DANCE
Enjoy music, games, entertainment, refreshments while you dance the night away. All girls and
their fathers, grandfathers or father figures are welcome. Each person entering the dance must be
registered prior to the dance to attend. All ages. Held at Bill Johnson Community Activity Building.
Fri.
2/12
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Fee: $14, residents
$21, non-residents
KID’S VALENTINES PARTY
East Roswell will host a super fun party for children ages 3-11, while Mom and Dad take a night
off to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Kids will enjoy dinner, crafts, cookie decorating, and a dance
party complete with disco ball and balloons! All children must be potty trained. Register early!
Space is limited! Held at East Roswell Recreation Center.
Sat.
2/13
6:00 - 11:00 p.m.
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Fee: $38,residents
$57, non-residents
HOLIDAY HAY RIDE
Bring the whole family to enjoy a Winter Wonderland hayride around the park and end the
evening with cookie decorating, sipping hot chocolate and a visit from Santa. Each child must
be accompanied by a parent; children under 1 year old are free. All ages. Held at East Roswell
Recreation Center.
Fri.
12/11
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
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Fee: $12, residents
$18, non-residents
CANDY CANE HUNT
We begin the evening with a pizza dinner and then it’s off to hunt for all types of candy canes;
be sure to bring your flashlight and something to gather your candy canes in! Keep a lookout for
a couple of giant candy canes to redeem for special prizes! Parents AND children must register to
attend. Registration will not be accepted the day of the event. All Ages. Held at East Roswell
Recreation Center
Sat.
12/12
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
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Fee: $12, residents
$18, non-residents
SANTA’S MAGICAL PLAYHOUSE
Parents have a morning of running holiday errands while your child enjoys a morning of games,
decorating cookies, inflatables and arts & crafts. A special visitor will stop by to see if the girls
and boys have been naughty or nice. Ages 5-10, age on date of event. Held at Bill Johnson
Community Activity Building.
Sat.
12/12
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Fee: $20, residents
$30, non-residents
ROSWELL ROOTS
February 1-28
In February, Roswell will host the 15th annual Roswell Roots: A Festival of Black History and
Culture. There are a variety of events at locations throughout the city ranging from music and art
exhibitions to poetry. The festival has been awarded the Gold Award for Best Cultural Event by
the Southeast Festival and Events Association. Bulloch Hall will present their exhibit, “Sharing
the Story of Slavery” during regularly scheduled tours in the month of February. For a complete
schedule of events visit www.roswellroots.com
Fee: Various Prices
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