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THOMASVILLE, A MAGICAL PLACE DURING THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF YEAR

There is something different about the holiday season in Thomasville this year. Why does it seem so magical? To some, this time of year means they will get to see friends and family they haven’t seen all year, to others it simply means they’re “going home.” So, take a trip “back home” with us! Street entertainment and trolley rides with events like Holiday Open House, Victorian Christmas, and so much more come together to create “Christmas in Thomasville,” a magical and...

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS COSTUME CLOSET OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

The Victorian Christmas costume closet will be open to the public from Monday, November 28th through Wednesday, December 7th, inside the Thomasville Visitors Center. Hours of operation will be Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. “Victorian Christmas is such a special, memorable event for our community and dressing in Victorian attire helps to add to the magic of the celebration,” said Bonnie Hayes, Director of Tourism Development for the...

36TH ANNUAL VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS SET FOR DECEMBER 8TH AND 9TH

Decorated storefronts, twinkling lights, and beautiful Christmas displays make Thomasville the perfect holiday destination. Make plans to join us for the 36th Annual Victorian Christmas on December 8 th and 9th in Downtown Thomasville. Guests can turn back time and experience the holiday spirit of the Victorian era during this cherished Thomasville tradition. “Victorian Christmas is always a much-anticipated event with all City of Thomasville Departments working together to bring it to...

THOMASVILLE IS THE PERFECT PLACE FOR HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

There is something truly special about the holiday season in Thomasville. Twinkling lights and beautiful holiday decorations combined with events like Holiday Open House, Victorian Christmas, and so much more come together to create “Christmas in Thomasville,” a magical and festive celebration for friends and families to enjoy. This celebration will officially begin with Holiday Open House on November 20 from 1-5 pm. Additional events are planned through mid-December for travelers and...

35TH ANNUAL VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS TO BE HELD IN DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE DECEMBER 9th AND 10th

The 35th Annual Victorian Christmas will highlight Christmas in Thomasville when it returns to the bricks of Downtown Thomasville on Thursday and Friday, December 9th and 10th. Guests can turn back time and experience the holiday spirit of the Victorian era during this cherished Thomasville tradition each evening from 6:00-9:00 p.m. “This year’s event is sure to be the largest and most special Victorian Christmas we have hosted to date,” said Madison Eaton, Special Events...

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS CONTINUES TONIGHT, RAIN OR SHINE

Victorian Christmas continues this evening and, while the threat of rain lingers in our forecasts, organizers say the merriment of the popular event will go on, rain or shine. A successful rain plan was implemented for Thursday night’s event, and organizers say they are prepared to continue with that plan this evening, should it be necessary. “While there was a threat of rain in last night’s forecast, it did not dampen the holiday spirit,” said Lynn Williams, Executive Director...

33rd ANNUAL VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS TO BE HELD IN DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE DECEMBER 12th AND 13th

With wreaths hung on lamp posts, garland decorating each storefront, and cooler weather here to stay, Thomasville is in the Christmas spirit! Join us in historic Downtown Thomasville for the 33rd Annual Victorian Christmas, Thursday and Friday, December 12th and 13th from 6:00-9:00 p.m. each evening. “This is our largest Victorian Christmas to date,” said Madison Eaton, City of Thomasville events coordinator. “With the beautiful new streetscape project completed on West Jackson...

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS CLOSET OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

The Victorian Christmas costume closet will be open to the public beginning Tuesday, November 12th through December 13th. The costume closet is located inside the Thomasville Visitors Center (144 East Jackson Street) and is open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (closed on holidays). “Victorian Christmas is one of Thomasville’s most special and memorable events,” said Madison Eaton, City of Thomasville events coordinator....

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS PLANS ALTERED DUE TO WEATHER

As the saying goes, ‘the show must go on,’ and that’s exactly the case with tonight’s Victorian Christmas festivities in spite of a rainy forecast for our area. Chances for precipitation are at 100% throughout much of the day and, according to the National Weather Service, there remains a chance of severe weather. Event organizers have announced a revised plan for tonight’s celebration that will allow the event to go on as planned with some modifications. “Ultimately, the...

CITY OF THOMASVILLE HOSTS 32ND ANNUAL VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

The 32nd annual Victorian Christmas will be held Thursday and Friday, December 13th and 14th from 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. both evenings. A Thomasville tradition, Victorian Christmas has become a well-loved event for both locals and visitors alike. “Victorian Christmas brings in visitors from all over the country,” says Bonnie Hayes, City of Thomasville tourism director. “Each year we even meet international guests that are here just to experience this nostalgic holiday event. ...

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS CLOSET OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

The Victorian Christmas costume closet will be open to the public on Monday, November 12th through December 14th. The closet is located inside the Thomasville Visitors Center (144 East Jackson Street) and is open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. “There is so much that makes Victorian Christmas special,” says Dustin Infinger, City of Thomasville events coordinator. “But it’s seeing folks dressed up in full Victorian attire that...