In Tifton, magical experiences are cultivated by our agricultural roots and small-town spirit. Encounter authentic farm life, from past to present. Have fun picking (and eating) the best fruits, vegetables, and nuts year-round. Attend interesting festivals and events. Savor our food scene, from farm stands to legendary local spots. So, bring your family, group, or meeting—because AgVenture awaits when you Think Tifton!
Take over Tifton like a local!
Discover the stories that make us the perfect place to make some memories.
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Slice Into Summer: How to Pick the Perfect Watermelon in Tifton
Nothing says summer in Tifton quite like a sweet, juicy watermelon. Whether you’re shopping at Rutland Farms, the Tifton Farmers Market, or your neighborhood grocery store, these simple tips will help you pick the perfect melon every time. READ MORE
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Stars, Stripes & Small-Town Pride
Get ready to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with three weekends packed with patriotic fun across Tift County! From fireworks and family activities to farmers markets and hometown traditions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 🎆 June 27: Ty Ty Freedom Fest Kick off the festivities in Ty Ty with an evening of vendors, kid activities,… READ MORE
Harvesting Happiness calendar
Fresh, in-season vegetables and produce are available at u-pick farms and in markets year-round. Pick at Berry Good Farms or Rutland Farms.
January
Satsumas
February
Strawberries
March
Strawberries, Asparagus
April
Strawberries, Blueberries, Asparagus
May
Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Peaches
June
Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Peaches
July
Blueberries, Blackberries, Peaches
August
Blueberries, Blackberries, Grapes, Persimmons
September
Blackberries, Grapes, Persimmons
October
Grapes, Persimmons, Satsumas, Pumpkins
November
Persimmons, Satsumas, Christmas Trees, Pecans
December
Satsumas, Christmas Trees, Pecans
Plan the perfect getaway
🎉 Help us wish the one and only Tyron Spearman a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎂
Another trip around the sun, and somehow, he’s still putting up with the rest of us. 😂
Hope your day is filled with good cake, great memories, plenty of laughs, and absolutely no one asking you to “work just one little thing” on your birthday! 😆
Happy Birthday, Tyron! We hope your day is as awesome as you are! 🎈🎉
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👀 THIS WEEK IN TIFTON
Wondering what’s happening around town? We’ve got you covered! 🗓️✨
Good food, local happenings, live entertainment, creative fun, and plenty of reasons to step out and enjoy the week. 🌻
Consider this your friendly reminder: there’s always something going on in Tifton! 💛
Scroll through, make your plans, and we’ll see you around town!
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And just like that… it’s fall again. 🍂🤎
The mums are blooming, the scarecrows are standing watch, and everything feels a little more golden. There’s something about this season that makes us slow down, breathe a little deeper, and remember the simple joys of years gone by.
Cooler mornings. Cozy afternoons. Leaves crunching under our feet. And that familiar feeling that somehow takes us right back to childhood.
Here’s to crisp days, warm memories, and a little bit of fall magic around every corner. 🍁✨
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And just like that… it’s fall again. 🍂🤎
The mums are blooming, the scarecrows are standing watch, and everything feels a little more golden. There’s something about this season that makes us slow down, breathe a little deeper, and remember the simple joys of years gone by.
Cooler mornings. Cozy afternoons. Leaves crunching under our feet. And that familiar feeling that somehow takes us right back to childhood.
Here’s to crisp days, warm memories, and a little bit of fall magic around every corner. 🍁✨
#ThinkTifton #FallInTifton #TiftonGA #AutumnMagic #FallFeels #SmallTownCharm
🌮🎉 Tifton, it’s time to fiesta! 🎉🌮
Grab your amigos and clear your Saturday schedule because Fiesta del Pueblo is bringing plenty of color, culture, music, food, and fun to town! 💃🪇❤️
📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 10 AM–10 PM
Come for the fiesta, stay for the food… and maybe practice your “I’m just here for one more taco” face. 😂🌮
¡Viva Tifton! Let the good times roll! 🎊
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Where the road leads to a little Southern charm. 🌾☀️
From wide-open skies to red barns and peaceful country roads, Tifton has a way of making the simple things feel special. Come slow down, take the scenic route, and experience a little bit of what makes Tifton worth the stop. ❤️
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🏈❤️🖤 Football, food, friends & Tifton — now THAT’S a winning combination!
Football weekend has officially arrived, and Tyron is ready for kickoff… although he may have gotten a little carried away with the game-day spirit. 😂
Whether you’re cheering from the couch, gathering with friends, grabbing some local grub, or making a weekend stop in town, Tifton is ready for game day!
Because around here, we believe a great football weekend should come with great food, great places, and a little small-town charm. ❤️🏈
Where will you be cheering from this weekend? 👇
#ThinkTifton #TiftonGA #FootballWeekend #GameDay #TiftonTourism #SouthGeorgia #FootballSeason #TiftonProud #ShopLocal #EatLocal #SmallTownCharm #GoDawgs 🏈❤️🖤
🍂🎃 Fall has officially arrived in Downtown Tifton! 🎃🍂
Grab your favorite people, your cutest fall outfit, and your camera because Tifton Gardens has a picture-perfect fall backdrop waiting for you! 📸🌻
Located on 1st Street Extension, this charming little spot is ready for all your pumpkins, family photos, and autumn memories. 🍁🧡
Come take a picture, soak up the fall vibes, and enjoy a little small-town Tifton charm! 🍂✨
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Sometimes, the best kind of day is the one that doesn’t need a big itinerary. 💛
A little sunshine, a little small-town charm, and plenty of reasons to slow down and enjoy Tifton. 🌿✨
Come see what makes our little corner of South Georgia so special. We’ll save you a spot! 😉
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🏆✨ Tifton is in the running—and we’re bringing a little South Georgia charm to the ballot! ✨🏆
We’re thrilled to share that Tifton Tourism has been nominated for a ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award! 🎉
Now we need our favorite people—YOU! 💛
If Tifton has ever been your meeting place, your weekend stop, your home away from home, or simply the town that made you feel welcome, we’d love your vote! 🗳️
👉 Cast your vote by Sunday, October 5 at midnight:
Vote for Tifton Tourism Here: https://conventionsouth.com/readers-choice-award-voting-georgia/
Let’s show ConventionSouth that big hospitality can come in a small-town package. 😉🌟
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📬 A Postcard from Tifton’s Past
Before GPS, online reservations, and hotel apps, there was a postcard—and Tifton’s very own Holiday Inn was ready to welcome travelers! 🏨✨
This vintage postcard advertised the Holiday Inn in Tifton as being “in the heart of beautiful South Georgia’s recreational area,” with 192 rooms, a swimming pool, putting green, free airport transportation, and year-round temperature control. Talk about Southern hospitality with all the amenities! 😎🌴
📍 Located along I-75, U.S. 82 & U.S. 319, the old Holiday Inn was part of the Tifton travel experience for generations of visitors passing through South Georgia.
📮 Postcard history: This image comes from Cardcow.com and was made by Dexter Press, Inc., in New York and published by Southern Photo Services in Valdosta, Georgia.
Some things change, but Tifton’s role as a welcoming stop in South Georgia? That’s a tradition worth keeping. ❤️
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🍦 We’re not saying you should monkey around today… but we’re also not saying you shouldn’t. 😉🐒
When the craving for something cold, creamy, and topped with all the good stuff hits, you know where to go!
Yellow Monkey Frozen Yogurt is serving up swirls, toppings, and a whole lot of delicious monkey business right here in Tifton. 🍓🍫🍌
Go ahead. Treat yourself. We won’t tell. 😋
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📅 Never be the person who says, “Wait…when is that happening?” 😂
Stay in the know with everything happening in Tifton! From festivals and live music to local events, family fun, and all the little happenings around town, our event calendar keeps it all in one place.
✨ Subscribe once, stay updated, and let the good times find you.
Head to our website, subscribe to the Tifton event calendar, and consider your social calendar officially upgraded. 😉
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