Our list of events for our 2026 Rose Festival can be found below. For more information, call (229) 227-4136 or email events@thomasville.org.
Orchids on Parade
9am-4pm, Inside the Municipal Building, 144 E. Jackson Street
Showcasing orchids grown in a natural habitat by members of the Thomasville Orchid Society. Members will be on hand to answer questions. Donations are appreciated.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 9am with Thomasville’s Rose Queen and her Court and local dignitaries.
105th Annual Rose Show
1-5:00pm, Under the Big Top Tent at the Corner of Remington Avenue and S. Broad Street
Hundreds of heirloom and hybrid rose varieties. Breathtaking specimens will be on exhibit from growers throughout the Southeast as we celebrate over 100 years of roses. Nelson’s Southern Roses will be selling rose bushes while supplies last.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 1pm with Thomasville’s Rose Queen and her 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 7am-10am. 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. 105th Rose Show Rules and Regulations
Standard Flower Show
2-5pm, Thomasville Garden Center, 1102 S. Broad Street (1.1 miles from the Rose Show Tent)
The Standard Flower Show, sponsored by the Thomasville Garden Club, features beautiful horticulture displays and floral designs. Donations are appreciated.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 2pm with Thomasville’s Rose Queen and her Court and local dignitaries.
Rose Parade
7pm, Downtown Thomasville, Broad Street
Watch as Thomasville comes to life with colorful floats, marching bands, and much more during our theme of “Where Roses Reign...Honoring our History, Inspiring our Future.”
Street Dance
8:30-10pm (following the Rose Parade), Downtown Thomasville, Intersection of N. Broad Street and Jefferson Street
Enjoy a live concert by The Ray Howard Band. Bring your family and dance the night away.
Orchids on Parade
9am-4pm, Inside the Municipal Building, 144 E. Jackson Street
Orchids on Parade continues. Showcasing orchids grown in a natural habitat by members of the Thomasville Orchid Society. Members will be on hand to answer questions. Donations are appreciated.
105th Annual Rose Show
10am-4:00pm, Under the Big Top Tent at the Corner of Remington Avenue and S. Broad Street
The Rose Show continues with hundreds of heirloom and hybrid rose varieties. Breathtaking specimens will be on exhibit from growers throughout the Southeast as we celebrate over 100 years of roses. Nelson’s Southern Roses will be selling rose bushes while supplies last.
Standard Flower Show
10am-4pm, Thomasville Garden Center, 1102 S. Broad Street (1.1 miles from the Rose Show Tent)
The Standard Flower Show continues, sponsored by the Thomasville Garden Club, featuring beautiful horticulture displays and floral designs. Donations are appreciated.
Civic Garden Club 84th Flower Show
10am-5pm, Under the Big Top Tent beside The Ritz Amphitheater, 202 GEN Lloyd J. Austin III Way
Sponsored by the Civic Garden Club. During the theme, “Where Roses Reign...Gardening of Tomorrow” enjoy beautiful roses, wild flowers, horticulture settings, potted plants, hanging baskets, table displays, and more! Donations appreciated. Music provided by the Thomas University Jazz Band from 12-2pm.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10am with Thomasville’s Rose Queen and her Court, and local dignitaries. Rose City Symphonic Band performance from 9:40-10:40am (Lisa M. Foltz, Music Director and Conductor).
Rose Fest Market at The Ritz
10am-4pm, The Ritz Amphitheater, 131 GEN Lloyd J. Austin III Way
Join us for an outdoor artisan market celebrating all things floral! Handcrafted artisans and makers from across the Southeast will have their handmade goods for sale. Enjoy food trucks, children’s activities, and performances by local dance groups.
11am – Rose City Ballet; 11:30am – Southern Dance Collective/ The FIRM; 12pm – Charla’s School of Dance; 12:30pm – Rose City Performing Arts; 1pm – South Georgia Ballet
“Show & Shine” Car & Truck Show
10am-2pm, Downtown Thomasville, N. Broad Street
Sponsored by the Thomasville Police Department, come see unique and award-winning cars and trucks of all kinds! Concert featuring Baby Gray from 10am-1pm.
On-site registration from 8-10am.
Rose Fest Finale Concert & Drone Show
6-9pm, The Ritz Amphitheater, 131 GEN Lloyd J. Austin III Way
Celebrate the grand finale of the Rose Show & Festival with a free live concert by Dana King & Gypsy Cotton. Look to the sky at 8:45pm for a dazzling 15 minute synchronized drone show that will light up the night sky in vibrant colors. Enjoy dancing and fun for the whole family. Food trucks will be on site.
Roses in Restaurants
Try Something New & Exciting
Participating downtown bars, restaurants, and eateries have masterfully creates unique dishes, drinks, or desserts featuring the flavor of roses. This is your chance to savor something delicious and distinctive. Roses in Restaurants is celebrated the entire month of April. Stop by one of these participating locations: 1861 Distillery, Bonito Café, Coyocan, Empire Bagel, Farmer’s Daughter Vinyard, Grassroots Coffee Company, Hubs and Hops, Kilwins, Kin Wine Bar & Lounge, Liam’s Restaurant, SASS, Smallcakes, Sweet Cacao Chocolates, Sweet Grass Dairy, The Tavern on Broad, T’Velo Brewing Company.
Pebble Hill Plantation
April 24th 10:30am-12pm and 1-2:30pm, 1251 US Highway 319 S
Enjoy a guided Grounds and Gardens Tour showcasing the history of Pebble Hill’s beautiful landscape. Participants are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the scenic grounds. Tour times are Friday, April 24 from 10:30am-12pm and 1-2:30pm for $15 per person. 20% off all other admission from April 24-26. For more information, call 229.227.5378.
The Thomasville History Center, 725 N. Dawson Street
Lapham-Patterson House, 626 N. Dawson Street
Journey into Thomasville’s past and visit a special Rose Show pop-up exhibit at the Lapham-Patterson House, April 23-25, featuring historic dresses and artifacts. Visit thomasvillehistory.org for more information.
Taste of Thomasville Food Tour
Indulge in the history and flavors of Thomasville as you stroll about downtown, stopping at multiple restaurants to sample savory bites of food. Register online at tasteofthomasvillefoodtour.com.
Jack Hadley Black History Museum
214 Alexander Street
Take a self-guided tour to view over 7,000 artifacts that share the history of black achievers. Open Friday, 10am-4pm and Saturday, 11am-4pm. For more information, call 229.226.5029.
Rose City Walk and Run
Sponsored by the Thomasville YMCA. Visit ymca-thomasville.org for registration information.
My Side of the Story!
Downtown Thomasville
The public art experience sponsored by Thomasville Center for the Arts aims to highlight the Southern tradition of narrative quilting while supporting artists form across the South. View public art installations of quilts in all shapes and forms inside Grassroots Coffee and along Jackson Street throughout Downtown Thomasville.
Historic Parade Experience
233 W. Jackson Street
Step back in time as you stroll through an outdoor display highlighting decades of Rose Show & Festival parade memories and celebrations.