Pilau - Thomasville History Center

34th Annual Pilau Dinner

Join us at the Thomasville History Center for an evening of live music, Pilau, and fun — don’t miss out on this unique community event.

November 3, 2026

About the Event

For generations, pilau dinners have been a cherished Election Day tradition across South Georgia, bringing neighbors together over a shared meal and community fellowship.

The Thomasville History Center continues this tradition with its 34th Annual Pilau Dinner on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Each $12 plate includes pilau, coleslaw, pickles, crackers, and dessert, and may be enjoyed on the History Center grounds or picked up to go from our convenient Jerger Street drive-thru pickup line.

Guests who stay on campus are invited to enjoy a relaxed evening beneath the oaks with live acoustic music by Blue Burden, a cash bar provided by Hubs and Hops, and a family-friendly hangout area on the History Center grounds.

This year’s Pilau Dinner is especially meaningful as Thomasville’s Bicentennial year nears its close, offering another opportunity to celebrate the places, stories, and traditions that connect our community across generations.

Each plate supports the History Center’s ongoing work to preserve the historic places, collections, and stories that define Thomasville and the Red Hills region.

Plate Includes: Pilau, Coleslaw, Pickles, Crackers, and Dessert — $12