Texas Rose Festival: A Blooming Tradition in Tyler, Texas | Second Wind with Joyce Buford

Step into a world of breathtaking roses, Southern charm, and timeless Texas traditions as Joyce Buford takes listeners to the beautiful Texas Rose Festival in Tyler, Texas, known as the Rose Capital of America. Since 1933, this beloved annual celebration has brought generations together through spectacular floral displays, colorful parades, elegant coronations, and a shared appreciation for the beauty of roses. From the crowning of the Rose Queen to the magnificent Tyler Rose Garden, the festival celebrates more than flowers. It honors community, family traditions, and the enduring spirit of East Texas. Join Joyce on Second Wind with Joyce as she explores the history, pageantry, and hometown pride that make the Texas Rose Festival such a cherished celebration. Discover how a simple flower can inspire connection, preserve traditions, and remind us that beauty continues to bloom through every season of life. Because sometimes finding your second wind is as simple as stopping to smell the roses.