Springtime Festivities in Tallahassee This Weekend

News Summary

Tallahassee is set to host its 57th Annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival from March 28-30, 2024. The event will feature parades, live music, local food, and activities for all ages, including a concert by the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra and a Chess Festival. Join the celebration with family and friends and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere in Florida’s capital city!

News Summary

Tallahassee is set to host its 57th Annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival from March 28-30, 2024. The event will feature parades, live music, local food, and activities for all ages, including a concert by the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra and a Chess Festival. Join the celebration with family and friends and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere in Florida’s capital city!

News Summary

Tallahassee is set to host its 57th Annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival from March 28-30, 2024. The event will feature parades, live music, local food, and activities for all ages, including a concert by the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra and a Chess Festival. Join the celebration with family and friends and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere in Florida’s capital city!

Springtime in Tallahassee: A Fun-Filled Festival Weekend Awaits!

If you find yourself in Tallahassee this weekend, you’re in for a real treat! From March 28-30, 2024, the city will be buzzing with excitement as it hosts the much-anticipated 57th Annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival. This thrilling weekend is packed with colorful parades, toe-tapping music, mouthwatering eats, and loads of fun for the whole family!

Friday Kicks Off with Music and Spirits

Things get rolling on Friday evening with a Music Festival at Kleman Plaza featuring the fantastic country artist Joe Nichols. The beer garden opens its taps at 5:30 p.m., so why not grab a refreshing beer or a nice glass of wine to kick off your weekend? The opening acts, Kameron Marlowe and Jason Byrd, will take the stage starting at 6 p.m., ensuring a lively atmosphere before Nichols takes to the spotlight!

Alongside the great tunes, there will be delicious food options available for purchase, including those irresistible funnel cakes that everyone loves. Get ready to enjoy a night of groovy melodies and tasty treats!

A Bright and Colorful Saturday

Now, don’t hit snooze on Saturday morning! The day starts off with the spectacular Grand Parade at 10:30 a.m. This annual event showcases around 100 vibrant floats and bands as they parade down Monroe Street, ending at Madison Street. It’s a perfect opportunity to grab your family and friends, find a good spot, and soak in the festive vibe as the floats come barreling down!

As the parade wraps up, you can head over to the Jubilee in the Park, taking place at the Downtown Chain of Parks from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Enjoy a delightful day filled with music, scrumptious food, and booths showcasing local arts and crafts. It’s the ideal setting to pick up unique pieces while enjoying the beautiful spring weather.

A Night of Nostalgia

Later in the evening, gear up for a night of culture as the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra presents “Nostalgia and Nature” at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. This enchanting concert, led by guest conductor Kellen Gray, features ticket prices from $35 to $64, making it a lovely option for a more refined evening out!

Chess, Plants and More!

Don’t forget about the exciting Chess Festival happening from March 28-30 at the Challenger Learning Center. On Friday night at 7 p.m., they’ll screen the popular movie “Searching for Bobby Fischer,” which is a fantastic way to kick off the weekend. For plant lovers, the Spring Plant Sale at the Birdsong Nature Center will be up and running on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering a great selection of native and traditional plants—free admission included!

Local Musical Delights

As the weekend progresses, be sure to catch local artists in action! On Friday night, Brett Eugene will perform at Blue Tavern starting at 5 p.m., followed by The Honey Badgers at 8 p.m. On Saturday, join in for a Bonus Jam with the Hill Family at 4 p.m. and stick around for a jazzy session featuring Kami Hayes Quartet from 7 to 9 p.m. Round off your Friday night with an experimental rock performance by mssv at The Bark at 9 p.m. for a dose of something a bit different!

Exciting Events Await!

And don’t miss out on the Tally Zine Fest on March 30, celebrating the DIY culture with local zine creators. Plus, mark your calendars for the upcoming public concert “Larry Mitchell and Friends” on April 3 at Florida State University’s Museum of Fine Arts, and look out for the release of a new song about Jimmy Carter by Hot Tamale this Friday.

So gear up for a weekend brimming with festivities, music, delicious food, and creativity. Tallahassee is the place to be, rain or shine!

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