About Us
The first Rhododendron Festival was held in May of 1935 when a group of Port Townsend civic leaders organized a celebration of the Washington State Flower.
Today, the Association is totally comprised of community volunteers from the City of Port Townsend and Jefferson County. The Association plans, organizes and presents the annual Rhododendron Festival in Port Townsend every third week of May.
The volunteers also design, construct and travel the Queen’s Float to other festivals and parades in Jefferson County, Washington State and Oregon.
Members serve as ambassadors to Jefferson County while traveling, as well as at local events as requested. They serve as official hosts to visiting dignitaries from other festivals.
Rhody Association Board
The Rhody Association is governed by executive board members that meet regularly to make the Rhody Festival possible. The board is made up with the following positions:
Executive Board
President: One year term, over-sees the organization; travels to all parades.
Vice President: Backs up the president and gets ready to be President.
Secretary: Keeps and distributes monthly meeting minutes and other related duties.
Treasurer: Maintains the books and budget in a competent manner and reports at meetings.
The Board consists of a number of committees chaired by members or other organizations for their respective areas.
Float & Travel
Fundraising
Royalty
Junior Royalty
Rhody Week Events
Trike Race
Pet Parade
Kiddies Parade
Bed Race
Grand Parade
Miscellaneous Tasks