Get ready to enjoy everything Thomasville has to offer by celebrating the Thomasville Rose Show and Festival April 25-27. This is the 98th annual event. It’s hosted by the Thomasville Rose Society. There are three divisions you can compete in: horticulture, arrangements, and photography. Even if you don’t want to compete, there are a whole lot of events for you to enjoy.
Schedule of Events
There is going to be so much going on at the Thomasville Rose Show and Festival. Here are just a few of the fun things you can take part in.
Thursday, April 25
- Children’s Rose Bud Parade – This adorable parade will have hundreds of area children participating, and cartoon characters will act as parade marshals. Admission is free! The parade starts at 7 p.m.
Friday, April 26
- Thomasville Garden Club Fashion Show and Luncheon – Get tickets to a great lunch and a fun fashion show at the Garden Center.
- 98th Annual Rose Show – After the ribbon cutting ceremony at 1 p.m., enjoy free admission to see beautiful roses in all kinds of varieties in the tent. Admission is free.
- Rose Parade – Enjoy floats, marching bands, stilt walkers, and more in this annual favorite parade. Admission is free. The parade begins at 7 p.m.
- Street Dance & Fireworks Show – Stick around after the parade for a free live concert at 8:30 p.m. and a fireworks display at 10 p.m. You and your family will have so much fun hanging out at this fun, free event.
Saturday, April 27
- Rose City 10K & Rose City Golf Classic – Get your exercise in while enjoying this fun community weekend. Call 229-225-4333 for details on the 10K race.
- Rose Show, Flower Show, and Orchids on Parade – See all the most beautiful flowers grown in the area throughout the day.
- Rose Festival Art Walk and Art in the Park – See artists create in person, hear live music, and enjoy kids’ craft activities.
- Bark in the Park – Participate in pet contests or meet a new potential furry family member from the Human Society.
- Rose Fest Sip & Stroll – Enjoy downtown Thomasville with beer and wine, shopping, and live music.
- Rose Fest Finale – This new, free event featuring a live concert, live mural painting, and food trucks at the Ritz Amphitheater.
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While in Thomasville
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