Annual Events & Festivals
Year Round
 Thomasville Entertainment Foundation (TEF) Concert Series
In existence since 1937, the TEF is known as one of the nation’s oldest all-volunteer concert series presenters! Performances by a variety of world reknowned entertainers are held throughout the year at the Thomasville Cultural Center Auditorium. Performance schedule and ticket information can be viewed at Thomasville Entertainment Foundation.
 Thomasville Cultural Center Concerts, Classes, Events and Art Exhibits
A center for education as well as an art museum, the Thomasville Cultural Center offers educational programs and opportunities in the visual, performing, and literary arts. Information on events, classes and programs can be viewed at Thomasville Cultural Center.
February
 Thomasville Antiques Show and Sale
The Thomasville Antiques Show Committee presents a multitude of the country’s most prestigious dealers who offer the opportunity to view and purchase exquisite antiques. Held annually in February, this event provides funding for quality children’s programs in the Thomas County area. For further information, please visit the Thomasville Antiques Show.
March
 Heritage Walk & Fun Run
Held annually in March, this event is sponsored by Commercial Bank and Thomasville YMCA. Please contact the YMCA at (229) 226-0133 or visit Thomasville YMCA for further information.
 Spring Lecture Series at Thomas County Museum of History
Learn about our rich history during fascinating presentations on our Resort Era and the building of our ‘Grand Plantations’ along with other interesting subjects! Held the first four Tuesday evenings in March, the presentations are free and open to the public! Please contact the Museum of History at (229) 226-7664 or visit Thomas County Museum of History for further information. (Photo courtesy of Thomas Co. Museum of History)
 Spring Fling and Auction in Boston, Georgia
Celebrate springtime in downtown Boston! Enjoy entertainment, arts and crafts, foods, fun, and activities for the whole family! Visit Boston, Georgia for further information.
April
 Thomasville Rose Show & Festival in Downtown Thomasville
Held in beautiful historic downtown Thomasville, the Rose Festival has been a Southwest Georgia Tradition since the 1920s. Join us for all the fun and festivities! Enjoy roses, roses, and more roses, plus parades, live music, fantastic food, exciting sporting events, arts & crafts … and everything from an elegant plantation ball to a family-oriented street dance! Held annually the weekend of the fourth Friday in April, please call (229) 227-7020 or visit Downtown Thomasville for further information.
 The Rose Show & Festival was voted one of the American Bus Association’s 2008  Top 100 Events in North America! Click here to view the Top 100 listing! Voted a 2007 Top 20 Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society! Click here to view the Top 20 listing!
 Rose City 10K Run, Walk & One Mile Run
These events are held annually in April during the Rose Show & Festival. Please call (229) 226-3446 for more information or visit Thomasville YMCA or Rose City Run.
 Rose City Golf Classic
Country Oaks Municipal Golf Course hosts this match each year in conjunction with the Rose Show celebration! For information please call (229) 225-4333 or visit Country Oaks Golf Course.
The Pinewoods Bird Festival normally held in early April at Pebble Hill Plantation has been cancelled for 2010.
May
 Thomasville Music & Drama Troupe Spring Show
This annual May event showcases some of Thomasville’s finest talented young people. The Spring Show is usually presented during Mother’s Day weekend. For more information, call the Troupe Office at (229) 558-9470.
 Peacock Festival in Pavo, Georgia
Every second weekend of May, the residents of Pavo invite everyone to come celebrate their town heritage during the Peacock Festival! The festivities include a parade, arts & crafts, music, food, and fun! Visit Peacock Day for more information.
July
 CNS Television Presents The Thomasville Fireworks Show & Festivities
Celebrate the Fourth of July with good, old-fashioned fun and activities for the whole family! Held annually at Remington Avenue Park. Please call (229) 227-7001 for information.
October
 Thomasville Fly-In at Thomasville Municipal Airport
It is the tradition of the Thomasville aviation community to host an annual fly-in at the Thomasville Municipal Airport the second weekend of October each year. The event has grown to be a major aviation event and is lots of fun for all ages! For information please visit Thomasville Fly-In or call (229) 226-4753.
 Boston Mini Marathon and Festival in Boston, Georgia
After you run the marathon you can relax and stroll through the arts & crafts, listen to the History of Boston presented in Watt Park, and enjoy some down-home cooking! Don’t miss this annual festival in Boston! Visit Boston, Georgia for more information.
 Wagon Days in Coolidge, Georgia
Celebrate the coming of Fall with our friends in Coolidge for Wagon Days! You’ll find arts & crafts, entertainment for the whole family, games for the children, and food and treats for everyone! Please call (229) 346-3551 for more information.
 Howl-O-Ween at the City of Thomasville Dog Park
Bring your costumed canine to the Dog Park for a howling good time for the whole family! At Howl-O-Ween, we know “who let the dogs out” because dogs rule! Costume contests for dogs and their owners, games, prizes and more. Bring your dog or adopt a dog from the Humane Society. For information, please call (229) 227-7001.
November
 Plantation Wildlife Arts Festival at Thomasville Cultural Center
Go wild at the Plantation Wildlife Arts Festival featuring many of America’s premier wildlife artists. Browse through galleries filled with paintings, sculptures, photographs, jewelry and more! Artists are on hand to display and discuss their work and art pieces are available for purchase. Enjoy nature and wildlife exhibits and demonstrations for the whole family! Visit Plantation Wildlife Arts Festival or call (229) 226-0588 for more information.
 Chicken Pilau Dinner at Thomas County Museum of History
A traditional Southern dish to benefit the important work of the Museum of History! Held each November on election day. For further information call (229) 226-7664 or visit Thomas County Museum of History.
 Old South Day Festival in Ochlocknee, Georgia
Enjoy this annual festival that celebrates the history of the area with lots of activities for the whole family. Held annually the second Saturday in November. For more information call (229) 574-5151.
 Thomasville Christmas Parade in Downtown Thomasville
Usher in the hoiliday season and welcome Santa to Thomasville with a charming down home parade! Held annually the first Monday after Thanksgiving. For more information call (229) 226-3446.
December
 Victorian Christmas in Downtown Thomasville
Let the cool December evening, brick lined streets bathed in lamp light, and the quaint historic shops of Thomasville take you back to a Christmas in a bygone era! Take an unforgettable journey back in time to the 1890’s when life was simple and true Christmas spirit reigned. Enjoy horse drawn carriages, strolling carolers, holiday shopping, dancers, musicians, museums, food and holiday delicacies, and of course, St. Nicholas! Victorian Christmas is held annually the second Thursday and Friday of December. Call (229) 227-7020 or visit Downtown Thomasville for more information.  Voted a 2010 Top 20 Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society!
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