11TH ANNUAL BOOM ON THE BRIDGE
Sunday, September 6, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Purple People Bridge | Newport, Kentucky
Save the date. Boom on the Bridge returns Sunday, September 6.
Join us on the Purple People Bridge from 6 to 11 PM for the 11th annual fireworks watch party and a great view of the Riverfest fireworks over the Ohio River.
This year’s event is presented by The Newport Foundation.
THE BRIDGE
The Purple People Bridge connects Newport, Kentucky, and Cincinnati, Ohio, as a pedestrian bridge, recreational trail, historic landmark, event space, and regional community asset.
Stretching 2,670 feet, or about half a mile, across the Ohio River, the bridge has connected Kentucky and Ohio since 1872. Today, it remains a popular destination for residents, visitors, commuters, cyclists, and community events.
BRIDGE RENTAL
Host your next reception, party, wedding, dinner, fundraiser, charitable race, or community event on one of the region’s most recognizable landmarks.
The bridge offers memorable views of the Ohio River and the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky skylines. It is also located near sports venues, riverfront parks, Newport on the Levee, the Newport Aquarium, hotels, restaurants, shops, and public parking.
SIGN RENTAL
Promote your business, organization, event, or cause in one of the small or large sign frames located throughout the bridge.
Hundreds of thousands of people use the bridge each year for recreation, commuting, entertainment, events, and travel between Newport and Cincinnati.
1 Levee Way
Newport, Kentucky 41071
700 E Pete Rose Way
Cincinnati, OH 45202