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THOMASVILLE ROSE SHOW & FESTIVAL
THE ANNUAL THOMASVILLE ROSE SHOW & FESTIVAL HAS BEEN GOING STRONG FOR 100+ YEARS! JOIN US APRIL 26-27, 2024!
Held in historic Downtown Thomasville, the Rose Show has been a Southwest Georgia tradition since 1922. Over the years, flower shows, entertainment, an artisan market, an antique car show, a parade, and much more have been added to create a true community celebration. Click here to find out the history of this event that’s now over 100 years old!
A tentative event schedule is listed below. Please check back with us closer to the event date for all the details or call (229) 228-7977.
Orchids on Parade
9am – 4pm, Inside the Municipal Building, 144 East Jackson Street
This show features orchids grown in a natural habitat by members of the Thomasville Orchid Society. Members will be on hand to answer questions. Donations appreciated, open to the public.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 9am with the Thomasville Rose Queen and Court and local dignitaries.
103rd Annual Rose Show
1pm – 5pm, Remington Avenue at Broad Street, Under the Tent, Downtown Thomasville
The Rose Show is celebrating over 100 years of roses! Hundreds of heirloom and hybrid rose varieties will be on exhibit from growers throughout the Southeast. Open to the public.
Special performance by the Thomasville High School Band and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 1pm with the Thomasville Rose Queen and Court and local dignitaries.
Interested in entering a rose into the show? Entries should be brought to the back of the Rose Tent on Friday between 7:00am – 10:00am. Display items to showcase your entry will be provided. Simply cut your stem as long as possible and the rose specialists at the tent will assist you with the rest. Entry categories will be Horticulture, Arrangements, and Photography.
Want to learn more about entering a rose? Click here to view information regarding that process.
103rd Annual Standard Flower Show
2pm-5pm, Thomasville Garden Center, 1102 S Broad Street
This show features several flower displays throughout the event focousing on floral beauty. There will also be a Children’s Butterfly Activity.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 2pm with the Thomasville Rose Queen and Court and local dignitaries.
Rose Parade
7:00 PM, Broad Street, Downtown Thomasville
Watch as Thomasville comes to life with colorful floats, marching bands, and much more!
Click to view this year’s Rose Parade map.
Click here to view this year’s Rose Parade Lineup.
Click here to view the Rose Parade Lineup Layout.
Street Dance ft. R&B, Inc.
8:30pm, Immediately Following the Parade, Intersection of North Broad and Jefferson Streets, Downtown Thomasville
Enjoy a free, live concert featuring R&B, Inc. and bring your family to dance the night away!
Orchids on Parade
9am – 4pm, Inside the Municipal Building, 144 East Jackson Street
Orchids on Parade continues. This show features orchids grown in a natural habitat by members of the Thomasville Orchid Society. Donations appreciated, open to the public.
Civic Garden Club Flower Show
10am – 5pm, Under the Big Top Tent beside The Ritz Amphitheater, 202 South Stevens Street
Sponsored by the Civic Garden Club, enjoy beautiful roses, wild flowers, horticulture settings, potted plants, hanging baskets, table displays, and more! Free admission, donations appreciated, open to the public. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10am with the Rose City Symphonic Band, Thomasville Rose Queen and Court and local dignitaries.
Rose City “Show & Shine” Car & Truck Show
10am – 3pm, Around the Historic Courthouse on Broad Street in Downtown Thomasville. On-Site Registration 9-11am. Parking opens at 8am.
Hosted by the Thomasville Police Department, come see unique and award-winning cars and trucks of all kinds! Awards announced during the show. Proceeds benefit Thomasville Police Department Community Outreach Programs. For more information, contact Corporal Crystal Parker by email at Crystal.Parker@thomasville.org. You can also register online here.
103rd Annual Rose Show
10am – 4:30pm, Under the Big Top on Remington Avenue at Broad Street
The Rose Show continues with hundreds of heirloom and hybrid rose varieties on exhibit from growers throughout the Southeast. Open to the public.
Rose Fest Market at the Ritz
10am – 4pm, The Ritz Amphitheater, 131 South Stevens Street
Join us for an outdoor artisan market celebrating all things ROSES! Handcrafted artisans and makers from across the Southeast will have their handmade goods for sale. Enjoy food trucks, children’s activities, music, and more throughout the afternoon.
103rd Annual Standard Flower Show
10am-4pm, Thomasville Garden Center, 1102 S Broad Street
This show features several flower displays throughout the event focousing on floral beauty. There will also be a Children’s Butterfly Activity.
Sip & Shop
2-10pm, Downtown Thomasville
Grab a beer or wine from a participating downtown merchant and stroll the bricks for a night of sipping, shopping, and fun! Participating retail shops are open until 7 or 8 pm, restaurants are open later. Check with individual store owners for specific hours.
Rose Fest Finale
6 – 8pm, The Ritz Amphitheater, 131 South Stevens Street
Enjoy a free live concert featuring Blue Burden and food trucks..
Roses in Restaurants
Try Something New & Exciting
Participating downtown bars and restaurants have masterfully created unique dishes, drinks, or desserts featuring the flavor of roses. Roses in Restaurants is celebrated the entire month of April.
Participating Restaurants:
Coyoacan Mexican Restaurant: Show Stopper Cocktail
Tvelo Brewing Company: Rose City Lager, Rose Seltzer
Hubs and Hops: Rose Sangria, Dry Rosé, Prosecco Rosé, Brut Rosé
Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery: Rosey Rosé Cupcake
Grassroots Coffee: City of Roses Latte
Farmer’s Daughter Vineyard and Tasting Room: Sunny Rosé, Rose Sangria
Liams Restaurant, Lounge, and Cheeseshoppe: Rose City Special Cocktail
SASS!/ Bar Mason: La Vie En Rose Cocktail
Old Towne Nutrition: Rose Blossom Shake
Sweet CaCao Chocolates: Rose Cardamom Macaron, Rose Inspired Italian Soda, Tequila Rose Truffle
1861 Distillery: The Rose Queen Cocktail, Rose-Mint Mojito Cocktail, Knockout Rose Cocktail, Cake with Rose Icecream
The Tavern on Broad: The “1922” Cocktail. A refreshing refined cocktail that celebrates the timeless allure of roses and evokes the elegance of the first rose show in Neel’s Department Store in 1922.
Sweet Grass Dairy: "Queen of the Violets" Cocktail, Lil Moo Cheesecake with Raspberry Rose preserve topped with rose petals
Rose City Run & Walk
Sponsored by the Thomasville YMCA, visit ymca-thomasville.org for registration information.
Taste of Thomasville Food Tour
Indulge in the history and flavors of Thomasville as you stroll about downtown stopping at multiple restaurants getting savory bites of food seeped in history Book tours online at tasteofthomasvillefoodtour.com.
Larger Than Life Photo Opportunities
Rose themed photo ops will be spread throughout the event area. These are perfect for capturing memories!
Hand Painted Commissioned Rose Signs
These specially commissioned art pieces can be found lining Broad Street. Created by artist Trish Land, these commemorative signs were specifically for our centennial celebration and can be viewed throughout the month of April.
43rd Annual Rose City Golf Classic
36 hole best ball golf tournament, flighted by handicap. Two person teams, $320 per team. Register or learn more here: 2024 Rose City Golf Classic - Country Oaks Golf Course (GA)