OCTOBER FIRST FRIDAY SIP AND SHOP FEATURES THE RUSTY WRIGHT BAND

The Rusty Wright Band will be performing at the City of Thomasville’s First Friday Sip and Shop on Friday, October 4th. The event will take place in Downtown Thomasville, with the concert performance at The Ritz Amphitheater. Bring your family to enjoy the extended shopping hours at many shops and boutiques. Cassidee Brooks, Special Events Coordinator for the City of Thomasville, mentioned that local merchants will be introducing new seasonal merchandise and in-store promotions for the...



THE PERFECT TIME FOR DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE’S SEMI-ANNUAL SIDEWALK SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST

Mark your calendars for the Downtown Thomasville Semi-Annual Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, September 21st, starting at 10 am. During this event, you can explore the brick-paved streets of downtown Thomasville and find great deals on a variety of items from antiques to stylish clothing and much more. "Merchants are offering some of the best deals before the holiday season," says Brandy Avery, Main Street Director. "Small businesses are the heart and soul of Thomasville. This event provides an...



THOMASVILLE AWARDED BEST PLACEMAKING PROJECT AND PREMIER PARTNER AT THE 2024 GEORGIA DOWNTOWN CONFERENCE HELD IN DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE

Thomasville was honored to be the host city for the 2024 Annual Georgia Downtown Association Conference. The Georgia Downtown Conference, held in Thomasville, Georgia, August 26-29 was the first time it has been held in South Georgia in over ten years. One major highlight of the annual conference is the awards ceremony where Thomasville received not one, but two awards. They were honored with the Best Placemaking Project Award for African Americans and the Arts, as well as the Award of...



TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON STEVENS STREET FROM WEST JACKSON STREET TO FLETCHER STREET

As renovation work continues on 233 West Jackson St, the future home to the “Gateway to The Ritz”, the City of Thomasville’s contractor and Public Works staff will work on Stevens Street between West Jackson Street and Fletcher Street beginning Friday, August 9, 2024. The work is expected to start at 8:00 am and last six (6) hours. There will be a temporary road closure on Stevens Street between West Jackson Street and Fletcher Street. Barricades will be in place to protect...



FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL AND MOVIE NIGHT SET FOR SATURDAY IN THOMASVILLE

Get ready to fall head over heels for some autumnal awesomeness this Saturday, October 14 in Downtown Thomasville! The City of Thomasville will turn The Ritz Amphitheater into the ultimate family hotspot during the Fall Family Festival and Movie Night. Before our ghostly guest, Casper, graces the big screen for a free movie night, enjoy kid friendly activities including games, a petting zoo, and balloon twisters. Attendees over 21 can also enjoy an adult beverage from participating shops...



CITY OF THOMASVILLE TO HOST NEW AUTUMN ARTISAN MARKET

Gear up, Thomasville! Your Saturday plans are about to get a major upgrade. Mark your calendars for September 23 for the debut of the Autumn Artisan Market from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm at The Ritz Amphitheater. “Similar to our Rose Fest Market held in April, the Autumn Artisan Market will host 30 vendors from around the area to bring the spirit of fall to Thomasville,” noted Special Events Manager Nicole Elwell. “We’re excited to offer this event to the community as we welcome the...



CITY OF THOMASVILLE TO HOST AUTUMN ARTISAN MARKET AND FAMILY FALL FEST AND MOVIE NIGHT

The City of Thomasville is thrilled to announce two new events for this upcoming fall, an Autumn Artisan Market and Family Fall Fest and Movie Night. These events promise new experiences for the community. Both hosted at The Ritz Amphitheater in Downtown Thomasville, the Autumn Artisan Market will be held on September 23, 2023, from 11:00AM to 5:00PM, and the Family Fall Fest and Movie Night will be held on October 14, 2023, starting at 5:00PM. “These events are an exciting addition to...



SHOPPING, DINING, AND LIVE MUSIC ARE ON TAP FOR THOMASVILLE’S FIRST FRIDAY SIP AND SHOP ON MAY 5

Bring your family and friends and join the fun on May 5 for the First Friday Sip & Shop in Downtown Thomasville. The event begins at 6 pm with extended shopping and dining hours followed by a free concert at The Ritz Amphitheater by musical group Madison and the Band. “Springtime is one of the best times to enjoy strolling through Downtown Thomasville and shopping and dining with our great businesses,” said Special Events Manager Nicole Elwell. “The weather is also perfect this time...



THOMASVILLE ANNOUNCES FIRST FRIDAY SIP & SHOP EVENTS AND CONCERT LINE-UP FOR 2023

The City of Thomasville’s 2023 First Friday Sip & Shop series kicks off on Friday, March 3, inviting visitors to shop, dine, and enjoy a free concert in Downtown Thomasville. Beginning at 6 pm, guests can enjoy shopping and dining throughout Downtown Thomasville and pick-up a special event armband and cup from participating businesses to sip and shop while strolling the Downtown streets. At 8:00 pm, a free concert begins at The Ritz Amphitheater with music by indie band The...



THOMASVILLE TO HOST TWELVE CITIES IN A THREE-DAY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP ON CREATIVE PLACEMAKING AND PUBLIC ART

The City of Thomasville, along with Thomasville Center for the Arts, is proud to be the host city for Georgia’s “More Than Murals” Workshop to be held February 22-24. This three-day intensive workshop focuses on creative placemaking and public art, providing the opportunity to showcase what Thomasville has accomplished through strategic partnerships with artists, arts organizations, local businesses, and the city. Twelve cities across Georgia will bring a team of three...



DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE SEMI-ANNUAL SIDEWALK SALE SET FOR FEBRUARY 18

Spend the day shopping and dining during Downtown Thomasville’s Semi-Annual Sidewalk Sale on February 18. Shops will feature some of their best deals of the year with bargains on everything from shoes and clothing to jewelry and home accessories. “Our Sidewalk Sale is the perfect time to find out more about the great stores we have throughout Downtown Thomasville while getting a great deal at the same time,” noted Brandy Avery, City of Thomasville Main Street Manager. “It’s also...



THOMASVILLE’S 5TH ANNUAL BLACK HISTORY PARADE & CELEBRATION IS FEBRUARY 4

Spend the day in Downtown Thomasville on Saturday, February 4th and enjoy our 5th Annual Black History Parade and Celebration. The event begins with a parade at 10 am through Downtown Thomasville, followed by a celebration at 11 am at The Ritz Amphitheater. The parade will begin at the intersection of Broad Street and Washington Street and travel down Broad Street, turning right on West Jackson Street, and disbanding on Lee Street. “This celebration is a wonderful addition to our...