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Thank you for visiting our website. We have many exciting community events throughout the year. Please visit our site often to watch for upcoming events. When: July 3, 2009
Where: Rocky Mount Athletic Stadium
The City of Rocky Mount celebrates Independence Day every year on the 3rd of July. It takes place at the Rocky Mount Municipal Stadium. The night features live bands, entertainment, food and lots of community spirit. The festivities culminate in a spectacular fireworks show. Click HERE for complete details...
When: Dates to be announced...
Where: Downtown Rocky Mount
The DOWN EAST FESTIVAL has become an annual event for Downtown Rocky Mount. The first festival was held in 1982. Visitors from all over North Carolina and beyond come to experience a little bit of Rocky Mount hospitality. Come and experience great barbecue at the Eastern Carolina BBQ Throw Down, the festival's barbecue contest. The event includes entertainment, arts & crafts, exhibits and lots of food. Every year new elements are added such as Tarside Tales. Click HERE for more information... THE CHRISTMAS PARADE is held each year in downtown Rocky Mount by the railroad tracks. See marching bands, floats and balloons. Visit with Santa Claus. Click HERE for details on this event...

DOWNTOWN WINTER CELEBRATION is held at The Imperial Centre. See local carolers, petting zoo, Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free hot beverages. Click HERE for details on this event...

WINTER WONDERLAND AT THE IMPERIAL CENTRE. View the Festival of Trees in the main lobby of the Imperial Centre sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. While waiting for it to snow, kids can write letters to Santa and mail at the North Pole Station. Make time for Holiday Magic Laser Light Show at Cummins Planetarium at the Children's Museum. More information coming soon...

Sponsors bring community celebrations to life!
Without the support of individuals and businesses in the community, we would not be able to be as successful. Sponsors bring Rocky Mount and local areas: The Down East Festival, Independence Celebration, the Christmas parade and many more special events. If you are interested in sponsoring a special event, call 252-972-1151. Become a sponsor of Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation!
Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation would like to give you the opportunity to promote your company at our exciting events. Our events offer unique settings and many different possibilities to help in the success of your company.

The following are samples of the potential benefits we can offer your company:

To become a part of our winning team, please contact the Special Events department at 252-972-1159 or e-mail debbie.julio@rockymountnc.gov.

For more information: The City of Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation Department P.O. Box 1180 Rocky Mount, NC 27802 252-972-1151 debbie.julio@rockymountnc.gov

Become a Volunteer! Meet new friends. Learn more about your community. Help with community celebrations. Have some fun! There are many ways to volunteer. For more information: 252-972-1151 debbie.julio@rockymountnc.gov

To download a form, click on the appropriate link in the list below.

Independence Celebration		Down East Festival
Vendor Information Vendor Application		Click HERE...