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Thomasville’s 104th Annual Rose Show & Festival, happening April 25-26, will feature stunning rose and flower shows, a lively parade, concerts, a car and truck show, artisan market, and more. This year’s theme has just been announced, and applications are now open for many of the exciting activities planned for this beloved community celebration. One of the festival’s highlights, the Rose Parade, will march through Downtown Thomasville on April 25 at 7:00 PM, bringing floats,...

Whether you’re looking for traditional favorites or new experiences, Thomasville’s upcoming Rose Show and Festival has something for everyone. The event is set for April 28-29 in beautiful Downtown Thomasville, Georgia. “With this being the 102nd year for Thomasville’s Rose Show, it’s always important to honor that legacy and continue to be add new elements to attract visitors to our area,” noted Bonnie Hayes, Director of Tourism Development. One exciting new addition to...

Roses, concerts, fireworks, and more are all waiting for you at the 102nd Annual Thomasville Rose Show & Festival from April 28-29. This community-loved event is packed with experiences the whole family can enjoy, and applications are now available for food and artisan market vendors and parade entries. The Rose Parade will be held April 28 at 7:00 pm, with a $300 prize provided to the best overall parade entry. A special King’s Award of $200 will be awarded for the best use of theme...

Beautiful roses abound during Thomasville’s Rose Show & Festival, and this year’s event will include new traditions to celebrate its 101st year. Event organizers are excited to bring back traditional Rose Festival favorites and look forward to creating new activities for the community to enjoy. “When you have an event centered around a Rose Show that’s been around for over 100 years, you definitely want to uphold that legacy and look for ways to attract new generations of...

The City of Thomasville recently received the Georgia Downtown Association’s 2021 Award of Excellence for Promotion: Premier Special Event, in recognition of its landmark 100th Annual Rose Show and Festival. The Georgia Downtown Association (GDA) is a non-profit association made up of more than 150 downtown professionals that seek to promote the economic redevelopment of Georgia's traditional downtowns. The award was presented at the GDA’s annual conference. According to April Norton,...