Emancipation Committee of Upson

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Emancipation Committee of Upson

The official host of the 29th of May Celebration
(Emancipation Celebration of Upson). Celebrating History. Celebrating Traditions. Celebrating Freedom.

10/29/2026

A sweet event is on its way!

Join us December 12 for a magical experience of fun and good vibes!

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!

10/27/2026

Join us December 12th for a night of fun, food, and festive vibes! Get your tickets today! ❤️

🎟️ Tickets: $20 | At the Door: $25

📍 American Legion | Thomaston, GA

10/22/2026

A Sweet Night on Candy Lane is calling your name! ✨

Join us December 12th for a night of fun, food, and festive vibes!

🎟️ Tickets: $20 | At the Door: $25

📍 American Legion | Thomaston, GA

✨ Ages 30+ | Semi-Formal

09/15/2026

Join us this Thursday at 7:00pm for our Memebership Drive! We hope to see you there.

08/21/2026

The Emancipation Committee of Upson has TWO opportunities coming up to get involved in our community!

🟢 **YOUTH ALIVE MEET & GREET**
Calling all high school students! Come learn more about ECU’s Youth Alive Program and how you can be part of something positive in our community.

📅 September 8, 2026
📍 Thomaston-Upson Senior Center
⏰ 6:30 P.M.

🔴 **MEMBERSHIP DRIVE**
Interested in becoming a member? Come meet the committee, learn how to join, and get your questions answered.

📅 September 17, 2026
📍 M.G. Worthy Gym | 235 MLK Drive, Thomaston, GA
⏰ 7:00 P.M.

**Our History. Our Traditions. Our Freedom.**

07/28/2026

🎟 Only $10 for a $30 Car Wash!

Support the Emancipation Committee of Upson County while saving on your next Tidal Wave Graph-X4 Car Wash.

Contact a member for your tickets today!

05/28/2026

🎟️ LIMITED TICKETS REMAINING! 🎟️

Don’t miss your chance to attend
The Emancipation Committee of Upson’s
✨ 4th Annual Heritage Awards Banquet ✨

Join us for an unforgettable evening of recognition, celebration, community, and elegance as we honor individuals making an impact throughout our community.

📅 THIS FRIDAY — May 29, 2026
📍 Thomaston-Upson Senior Center
⏰ Doors Open: 5:15 PM
🍽️ Dinner Served: 6:00 PM
🎤 Program Begins: 7:00 PM

👔 Semi-Formal Attire
🎟️ $25 Donation

Tickets are going fast and only a limited number remain available. Hurry and get yours today before they’re gone!

05/24/2026

What a powerful way to close out the night at the 29th of May Celebration! 🎶🔥

A huge THANK YOU to for once again bringing incredible energy, talent, and unforgettable music to our celebration. Over the past few years, you all have continued to support our community and help make this event special year after year — and this year was no different. You all were truly the perfect ending to an amazing day of celebrating freedom, heritage, and community. ❤️💛💚

We appreciate your continued support, professionalism, and the joy you bring to the stage every single time. Thomaston showed so much love, and the atmosphere was unmatched!

Thank you again, Derwin Daniels Band, for helping us create memories that will last for years to come. 🙌🏾

We do not own the rights to the music/song playing in this video.

05/23/2026

Catch Derwin Daniels Band LIVE at 6:45 in the MG Worthy Gym!

05/23/2026

🎉 YES — THE CELEBRATION IS STILL ON! 🎉

Join us TODAY for the 29th of May Celebration Parade beginning at 11:00 AM! The streets of Thomaston will still be filled with culture, community, music, and celebration as we honor 161 years of freedom together! ❤️🖤💚

📍 IMPORTANT PROGRAM UPDATE: Due to weather considerations, the Speaking Program in Lincoln Park will now be held INSIDE the MG Worthy Gymnasium, located next to the speaking grounds/stage area.
Please help us spread the word and come celebrate with us!

✨ Parade
✨ Vendors
✨ Family Fun
✨ Speaking Program
✨ Live Entertainment
✨ Community Celebration

Thank you for continuing to support the work of the Emancipation Committee of Upson as we preserve and celebrate one of Georgia’s oldest Emancipation traditions!

Address

Thomaston, GA

Telephone

+17706484753

Website

http://www.upsonemancipation.org/

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