42nd Annual Children’s Rose Bud Parade
7 pm, Broad Street
Possibly the cutest parade in the area featuring hundreds of area children! Free Admission.
14th Annual Orchids on Parade
9am – 4pm, Inside the Municipal Building, 144 East Jackson Street
Showcasing orchids grown by members of the Thomasville Orchid Society in a natural habitat. Members will be on hand to answer questions.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 9am with Miss Georgia, Thomasville Rose Queen and Court, and local dignitaries. Free admission.
Thomasville Garden Club Fashion Show and Luncheon
12:30pm, All Saints Episcopal Fellowship Hall, 443 South Hansell Street
Don't miss this lovely opportunity to kick-off Rose Show and Festival weekend with a delicious lunch and divine fashion show! Tickets are $20/pp and must be purchased in advance. Tickets are available at the Visitors Center, 144 East Jackson Street, until sold out.
100th Annual Rose Show
1pm – 5pm, Remington Avenue at Broad Street, Under the Tent, Downtown Thomasville
Hundreds of hybrid rose varieties and breathtaking specimens will be on exhibit from growers throughout the Southeast.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 1pm with Miss Georgia, Thomasville Rose Queen and Court, and local dignitaries. Free admission.
Standard Flower Show
1:45pm – 5pm, Thomasville Garden Center, 1102 South Broad Street
Hundreds of native plants on display in a picturesque setting. $3 suggested donation.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 2pm with Miss Georgia, Thomasville Rose Queen and Court, and local dignitaries. Free admission.
72nd Annual Rose Parade
7:00 PM, Broad Street, Downtown Thomasville
Watch as Thomasville comes to life with colorful floats, marching bands, stilt walkers and much more! Free admission.
Local Boy Scouts will have chairs set up in the 200 block of North Broad Street under the shade of the beautiful oak trees. $5 per chair. Contact Michael Pozo, (229) 224-0286, to reserve your seats: Click here to view the parade route.
22nd Annual Street Dance
8:30pm, Immediately Following the Parade, Intersection of North Broad and Jefferson Streets, Downtown Thomasville
Enjoy a free, live concert by the Swingin’ Medallions. It’s fun for the entire family. Free admission.
43rd Annual Rose City 10K Run
8am, In Front of the Post Office on North Broad Street
Registration information can be obtained by calling (229) 226-9878.
Rose City Golf Classic
Country Oaks Golf Course, 6481 Georgia Highway 122 North
Two person team tournament with morning and afternoon tee times on both days. Teams can choose their Saturday tee times, and Sunday tee times will be determined by their flight. Regular play will be limited on both days. For more information, call 229-225-4333 or visit www.countryoaksgolfcourse.org
14th Annual Orchids on Parade
9am – 4pm, Inside the Municipal Building, 144 East Jackson Street
Showcasing orchids grown by members of the Thomasville Orchid Society in a natural habitat. Members will be on hand to answer questions. Free admission.
41st Annual 1 Mile Run (ages 12 & under)
9:30am, In Front of the Post Office on North Broad Street
Registration information can be obtained by calling (229) 226-9878.
79th Annual Civic Garden Club Flower Show – New Location
10am – 4pm, Under the Big Top Tent at the corner of Stevens and West Jackson Streets.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10am with Thomasville Rose Queen and Court and local dignitaries. Enjoy beautiful roses, wild flowers, horticulture settings, potted plants, hanging baskets, table settings, and more! Free admission. Donations appreciated.
Rose City Symphonic Band
10am in front of the Civic Garden Club Flower Show Tent at the corner of Stevens and West Jackson Streets.
100th Annual Rose Show
10am – 4pm, Under the Big Top on Remington Avenue at Broad Street
Hundreds of hybrid rose varieties and breathtaking specimens will be on exhibit from growers throughout the southeast. Free admission.
Standard Flower Show
10am – 4pm, Thomasville Garden Center, 1102 South Broad Street
Hundreds of native plants on display in a picturesque setting. $3 suggested donation.
“Show & Shine” Car & Truck Show
10am, Registration Begins at 9am, Around the Courthouse on Broad Street
Sponsored by the Thomasville Police Department, this annual car and truck show features three categories – Modified, Original, and Best Overall. Entry fee is $25. For more information, contact Chief Eric Hampton at (229) 227-3249. Register here. Free admission.
Rose Fest Market at the Ritz
11am – 4pm, The Ritz Amphitheater, 131 South Stevens Street
Featuring all your traditional favorites and lots of new activities. Artisans will be selling their wares, and you can grab a bite to eat from food vendors selling everything from meats to sweets. Children’s activities and live music by local favorite Bleu Burden. You don’t want to miss this day packed full of fun. Free admission and most activities are free.
Rose Fest Sip & Stroll
6 – 10pm, Downtown Thomasville
Grab a beer or wine from participating downtown merchants and stroll the bricks for an evening of sipping, dining, and fun before the Rose Fest Finale. Musicians will be playing throughout Downtown from 4-6 pm.
Rose Fest Finale
7 – 10pm, The Ritz Amphitheater, 131 South Stevens Street
Free concert by The Company Band followed by fireworks. Come listen to great music and enjoy photo ops in a VW vintage bus. Food trucks will be on site begining at 6 pm.
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. This is your chance to savor something delicious and distinctive. It’s only during Rose Show & Festival, so don’t miss out!
Inspection and Annual Review of Thomasville Police Department
An impressive review of the Thomasville Police Department. The inspection will also include a community meet-and-greet with the officers. Free admission and open to the public.
Pebble Hill Plantation
1251 U.S. Highway 319 South, (229) 226-2344, pebblehill.com
Rose Show weekend enjoy a 20% discount off regular admission fees for both the Grounds and the Main House. Main House tours are on the hour and half-hour with the last tour starting at 4pm each day. Tours are subject to availability. Please note that children must be 6 years or older to tour the Main House. For more information, call (229) 226-2344 or visit pebblehill.com.
Taste of Thomasville Food Tour
144 East Jackson Street, (229) 227-7585, tasteofthomasvillefoodtour.com
Enjoy a sampling of food while taking a walking historical tour. Tours offered Thursday-Saturday starting at 10:45am and 11am. After Hours Tour on Saturday night at 5:30pm. Tour meets at 144 East Jackson Street. For more information or to schedule a tour, call (229) 227-7585 or visit tasteofthomasvillefoodtour.com.
Thomasville History Center
725 North Dawson Street, (229) 226-7664, thomasvillehistory.org
Explore the exhibits and grounds daily from 10am-4pm. Email history@rose.net or call (229) 226-7664 to schedule group visits. Group rates available.
Jack Hadley Black History Museum
214 Alexander Street, (229) 226-5029, jackhadleyblackhistorymuseum.com
See a new exhibit presenting “21 Years of Homecoming Queens from the Douglass and Magnolia High Schools Era’s 1948 to 1970” during Rose Show Festival week. Museum hours: Tuesday thru Friday 10am to 5:00pm and Saturday 11am to 4pm.
Lapham-Patterson House
626 North Dawson Street, (229) 226-7664, thomasvillehistory.org
Enjoy a guided tour of the Lapham-Patterson House and learn about the residents, architecture, and technology of the whimsical 1885 Resort Era “cottage.” Tours begin on the hour and the last tour begins at 4pm. For more information, visit thomasvillehistory.org. Email history@rose.net or call (229) 226-7664 to schedule group visits. Group rates available.