Riverside Park is undergoing a comprehensive renovation as part of the City of Roswell’s River Parks Master Plan. Funded through the voter-approved 2022 Recreation & Parks Bond, this project will modernize infrastructure, enhance public amenities, and strengthen environmental stewardship along the Chattahoochee River.
Located along one of Roswell’s most treasured natural corridors, Riverside Park has long served as a gathering place for families, festivals, concerts, and outdoor recreation. The renovation reflects the City’s commitment to investing in high-quality parks and ensuring that these spaces continue to serve residents and visitors for generations to come.
Project Overview
The Riverside Park renovation focuses on improving park infrastructure, enhancing accessibility, and expanding opportunities for recreation and community programming. Riverside Park is currently closed for construction while the renovation project is underway. The Riverside Sounds concert series, traditionally hosted at the park, will remain on hold during construction.
Construction began in March 2026 following approval of a construction contract by Roswell City Council on December 8, 2025. The park is expected to reopen in Summer 2027 with expanded amenities and improved infrastructure designed to serve the community for generations to come.
Project Highlights
- Comprehensive renovation of Riverside Park as part of the City’s River Parks Master Plan
- Construction of new ADA-accessible restrooms and upgraded park infrastructure
- Development of a new open-air pavilion and enhanced event space
- Improved bandstand area to support community performances and events
- Installation of a nature-inspired playground and updated free-to-use sprayground
- Enhanced pedestrian connectivity and circulation throughout the park
- Stormwater and drainage upgrades to improve long-term environmental performance
Environmental Stewardship
- 221 trees removed (including 14 specimen trees)
- 307 new native and canopy trees to be planted throughout the park
- Native landscaping and stormwater improvements designed to support long-term environmental sustainability
Part of a Larger Vision
The Riverside Park renovation is one component of Roswell’s broader River Parks Master Plan, which connects six riverfront parks into a unified system along the Chattahoochee River:
- Willeo Park
- Azalea Park
- River Landing
- Riverside Park
- Ace Sand Park
- Don White Memorial Park
Together, these parks create a connected riverfront experience that enhances recreation, environmental stewardship, and public access to the Chattahoochee River.
In The News
- Riverside Park Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Start of Major Renovation
The City of Roswell officially marked the start of construction on the Riverside Park Renovation with a groundbreaking ceremony held Friday, March 13, 2026, at - Roswell Approves Major Bond-Funded Renovation of Riverside Park
On December 8, 2025, the Roswell City Council approved a bond-funded construction contract with MAPP for the renovation of Riverside Park. The approval includes $12.3
Follow the Project
Updates, milestones, and project progress will be shared here as construction advances.
To stay informed about Riverside Park, visit RoswellConnections.com/RiversidePark.