30th Wildlife Arts Festival
SAVE THE DATES | November 13-23, 2025
Thomasville, Georgia
Thank you for making the 2024 Wildlife Arts Festival our most successful one to date! We are overjoyed by the incredible support received for our record-setting 29th year.
The annual Wildlife Arts Festival stands as the Center for the Arts’ primary fundraising event, playing a vital role in our financial stability, permitting us to curate exhibitions, develop educational endeavors, foster a love for the arts among youth, and offer workshops suited for individuals of all ages and varying skill levels. We take pride in the enthusiastic community backing and thank you for joining in honoring the legacies of our cherished supporters, Sallie Sullivan and Diane Williams Parker, who stood by the Center and the Wildlife Arts Festival for many years.
Lastly, our heartfelt gratitude goes out to all sponsors, underwriters, participants, artists, and volunteers for their unwavering support of this year’s event.
Fine Art Show
Explore the mastery of 70+ sporting & wildlife artists and artisans from across the country paired with live music, Wildlife Encounters, and local flavors under the oaks. Presented by Synovus.
Presented by:
Festival Parties
Whiskey in the Woods
Saturday, November 9 | 6 pm
Birdsong Nature Center | Ticketed event
$75 per person
Presented by Proctor Subaru, South Life Supply Co., and First Commerce Credit Union
Enjoy an open-air concert, hearty bites, and spirits that are sure to keep you warm. Experience
whiskey the way nature intended – by a bonfire with friends, food by Southern Bleu Catering,
and energizing music featuring Jason Byrd and Kason Sellers Band. 21+ only. No pets.
Fine Art Show | Preview Party
Friday, November 15 | 7 pm
Thomasville Center for the Arts
An Underwriter-only experience!
Presented by SYNOVUS
Where gala meets gallery opening, our Preview Party is an illuminating evening celebrating the
mastery of sporting and wildlife artists and artisans from across the country. Mingle with friends, indulge in decadent fare by jb crumbs, and be the first to peruse the works of renowned artists and artisans to enhance or start your own fine art collection. Attire: Black Tie.
Bird Dog Bash
Saturday, November 16 | 7:30 pm
Sugar Hill Barn, Pebble Hill Plantation
Ticketed event | $150 per person
The ‘come together’ party of the year for artists, sponsors, and friends with boot stomping
music, bonfires, and a live auction featuring ‘quick-draw’ works from festival artists. Place your bid at the art auction while enjoying live music and a southern feast by jb crumbs. 21+ only. No pets.
Festival Favorites
Pines to the People: Public Art Unveiling
Thursday, November 7 | 6 pm
The UnVacant Lot, Dowtown Thomasville | Free entry
Presented by Hurst Boiler, 1915 South | ASHLEY, and City of Thomasville
Wildlife Arts Festival kicks off with a special evening to celebrate the extraordinary lives of two beloved community leaders. Bronze sculptures by Paul Rhymer and Walt Matia will be dedicated to honor and pay tribute to Diane Williams Parker and Sallie Sullivan. View the festival’s highly-anticipated public art installation with work by local artists, and enjoy light bites inspired by Schermer Pecans in Thomasville’s Creative District. Casual attire.
Red Hills Rover Rally
Saturday, November 9 | 10 am
Thomasville, Georgia | Ticketed event
Presented by Capital Eurocars
A guided, off-road trail riding adventure takes you through one of the world’s most iconic and historic plantation properties. Lunch, libations, and curated experiences along the way add to this one-of-a-kind experience. Ticketed event.
Art in the Wild
Thursday, November 14 | 10 am – 12 pm
Pebble Hill Plantation | $10 admission
Observe skilled Wildlife Arts Festival artists in action as they create masterpieces en plein air amidst the breathtaking surroundings of Pebble Hill Plantation’s historic property. $10 entry at the gate.
Fine Art Show + Artisan Market
Saturday, November 16 | 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday, November 17 | 12 – 4 pm
Thomasville Center for the Arts | Free entry
Presented by SYNOVUS
Explore the mastery of sporting and wildlife artists and artisans from across the country paired with live music, workshops, family-friendly activities, wildlife encounters, and local flavors under the oaks at our historic art center.
Wildlife Art Workshop
Saturday, November 16 | 11 am
Thomasville Center for the Arts | Ticketed event
$125 for members / $150 for non-members
Presented by 1915 South | ASHLEY
Wildlife Artist Trish Land will guide beginners and experienced artists alike to create an acrylic depiction of a longleaf pine forest. Learn about new techniques and tools and go home with your own work of art. Ticketed event. Materials and refreshments are provided.
Creative Covey Floral Workshop
Sunday, November 17 | 1 pm
Thomasville Center for the Arts | Ticketed event
$125 for members / $150 for non-members
Presented by 1915 South | ASHLEY
The Red Hills region touts some of the finest flora in the nation. Guest floral designer Canaan Marshall is back by popular demand to guide participants through the steps to bring natural elements into the home with a custom designed piece to take home. Materials and refreshments are provided.
Beguiled by the Wild | Youth Art Workshops
Saturday, November 16 | 11 am & 1 pm
Sunday, November 17 | 1 & 3 pm
Thomasville Center for the Arts | Ticketed event
Free for members / $10 for non-members
Presented by The Pediatric Center
Let your child’s imagination go WILD under the direction of artists Dave Junker and Karen Stauffer. Ages 5-17 will create a mini masterpiece while learning about our local wildlife and ecosystems. Materials are provided.
Land & Lore Education Series
Saturday & Sunday, November 16-17 | Select times
Thomasville Center for the Arts | Free entry
Presented by The Wright Group
Listen and learn as conservationists, filmmakers, and storytellers share about the importance of local ecosystems management and their experience in conserving our beautiful land. Watch and enjoy feature films and be part of conversations and lectures that celebrate the Red Hills Region.
Junior Art Competition
Saturday, November 16 | 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday, November 17 | 12 – 4 pm
Thomasville Center for the Arts | Free entry
Presented by Imagination Emporium
The Wildlife Arts Festival Junior Art Competition encourages young people to begin creatively thinking about the natural world. This year, artists in grades Pre-K through 12th explore themes of local plants and wildlife however they wish. Come see their talents on display during the Wildlife Arts Festival in our downstairs gallery.
Youth Wildlife Walkabout Stations
Saturday, November 16 | 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday, November 17 | 12 – 4 pm
Thomasville Center for the Arts | Free entry
Presented by Wiregrass Electric
A youth centric “Wildlife Walkabout” features six stations designed to inspire and educate children about environmental conservation, wildlife knowledge, local species trivia, and using nature in art-making.
