Rome hosts Canalfest on July 31-August 2 at Bellamy Harbor Park. Here are 5 events at Canal Fest you can't miss.

Music

Musical acts are scheduled each evening at 6 during Rome Canalfest. Friday is Third Street Project, Saturday's performance is from Loco Brothers and Saturday's featured act is Whisper.

Hot Dog Eating Contest + Rome's Cookie Lady

Saturday afternoon at 2 is the Hot Dog Eating Contest in the Food Demo tent. The host for this year will be Rome's Cookie Lady, Maryanne Mazzafero, who is currently being featured in an national advertising campaign with G.E. Appliances.

Water Ski Show

Speed boats and waterskiers doing awesome tricks. This annual can't miss show is Saturday afternoon from 3-4:30.

Anything But a Boat Race

Cardboard? Bathtubs? Who knows what will show up to attempt to navigate the canal the fastest in this event planned for Sunday afternoon at 2.

Fireworks, Fireworks, Fireworks

Yes, that's fireworks three times. There are shows each evening Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 9:15.

See the full rundown of events listed on the City of Rome's Facebook page. Rome Canalfest is in its 13th year and is a major community project of the Rome Rotary Club.

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