December 3rd, 2025 – 12:45 AM

Ethan Garrett – WRGA Digital News Editor & Video Reporter –

Tuesday night, Downtown Rome lit up with joy as crowds gathered to celebrate the start of the holiday season with the 2025 Rome Christmas Parade.

Broad Street transformed into a festive scene with this year’s theme being “Christmastime in the City.”

This year’s grand marshal was Linda Hatcher, who currently serves as the local Chair and Coordinator for Toys for Tots.

The Downtown Rome Christmas Parade is one of Northwest Georgia’s oldest and largest holiday traditions, delighting generations for over 64 years.