Top 5 enjoyable issues to do round Tallahassee this weekend

For a brief month, February is tremendous charged. This weekend there’s First Friday, the Bainbridge Jazz & Blues Festival, the FSU Festival of the Creative Arts, the Super Bowl, and the Tallahassee Marathon. Coming proper up is Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday, the Heart live performance with Lucinda Williams, Southern Shakespeare Festival’s “The Tempest,” rock band Toto, and an announcement on Feb. 25 with the total lineup for Word of South.

In conjunction with the competition, Midtown Reader has already introduced its One Book Tally selection for neighborhood studying in 2026: “Playground,” by Pulitzer Prize-winning creator Richard Powers (“The Overstory,” 2019).

Pick up a free copy at Midtown Reader or the Leon County Public Library. Word of South director, Sara Marchessault, will likely be internet hosting a dialogue of “Playground” at Midtown Reader on April 16. The creator will likely be at Word of South on April 26.

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Here’s a roundup of entertaining occasions round Tallahassee, culled from emails, the Council on Culture & Arts, on-line listings and elsewhere.

1. Find enjoyable at February First Friday

Make it a cool February First Friday at Railroad Square within the Railroad Square Art District with meals from quite a lot of eating places and vans, music, artwork and enjoyable from 6-9 p.m. Friday.

The Other Side Vintage, 607 Railroad Square, may have a music lineup on the retailer that includes a mixture of acoustic performances, hip-hop power, and a full-band nearer — creating an evening that grows from intimate units into one thing greater. Music will likely be from Frank Hacyenda, Tobias Moore, Amber Morgan, Xary Oak and Jadne. Head out to assist native artists and be a part of a robust neighborhood evening.

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2. Swing out for Bainbridge Jazz & Blues Festival

Fresh off a weekend on the Grammys, 3-time Grammy winner Scotty Barnhart, jazz trumpeter and director of the Count Basie Orchestra, is again for an look on the sixth Annual Bainbridge Jazz & Blues Fest in Bainbridge, Georgia, at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. The competition is free however VIP tickets ($100) get you meals and beer. Visit eventbrite.com.

Downtown Bainbridge is coming alive from midday to midnight for a full day of unbelievable music, good vibes, and neighborhood enjoyable throughout this free, all-ages competition that includes 20+ acts throughout a dozen phases, showcasing a number of the greatest jazz and blues expertise round.

The lineup consists of Scott Barnhart, Johnnie Marshall Band, Ben Flournoy, Dirty Bird and the Flu, Dabbit, The Jerry Thigpen Trio, John Ford, JC and the Backscratchers, Brett Wellman & the Stone Cold Blues Band, Steve Fryson Jazz Band, Dave Berry Duo, Thomas University Jazz Combo, Asher Pereira Trio, Corey Hall Band, Bobby Durham, The Tangers and Joe Johnson Trio.

3. Groove to authentic music below the Lichgate Oak

The Tallahassee Chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association and the Lichgate on High Road Volunteer Board current a Concert to Benefit the Lichgate Historic Site on the Lichgate Grounds, 1401 High Road, from midday to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7.

The household occasion fundraiser for Lichgate, which was broken by vandalism in 2025, will assist with restore and refurbishment efforts. The Tudor-style, thatched roof dwelling and spreading reside oak tree, was as soon as the house of the the late FSU professor Laura Jepsen and is on the Historic Register.

The afternoon live performance is a day of authentic singer-songwriter performances and a Finale Tribute in reminiscence of legendary Grateful Dead Guitarist Bobby Weir. Songwriters showing within the present are Nashville Songwriters Association members, plus Special Guest Artists. Gates open 11 a.m. for guided walk-a-bouts and actions, and reside music runs.

Admission on the gate is by steered donation to the Lichgate historic website. Featured performers embrace: Danny Goddard, Isabel Ruano, Mike Brawer, Michael Douso, Scott Drury, Jim Crozier, Butch Burns, Dave McKenzie, Bill Rodda and Ken Crawford. Emcees are Barbra Faircloth & Ron Patrick.

4. Jam on at Grateful Dead Night tribute

In honor of the passing of the Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir, Lee C. Payton of the LCP Band is internet hosting a Grateful Dead Night live performance and jam session at 621 Gallery within the Railroad Square Art District, 650-3 Railroad Square, from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7.

There will likely be two lengthy units of your favourite Grateful Dead songs, with set 2 open to musicians who love the Grateful Dead and wish to be part of the jam. The Grateful Dead obtained their begin as a band taking part in at artwork gatherings and had been recognized for doing profit live shows for charities.

In this spirit, the LCP Band & Friends are performing in an artwork gallery. There will likely be a merch desk with music, Grateful Dead memorabilia, and art work with 50% of the proceeds from the merch desk going to the Kathryn Belle Long Memorial Scholarship Fund to learn needy younger Musicians. To be taught extra, go to the Facebook web page. There is a $10 cowl cost, redeemable for 1 grownup beverage.

5. Catch seafood at fifth Annual SGI ShrimpFest

Salt air and succulent seafood are on faucet this weekend because the St. George Lighthouse Association celebrates its fifth Annual SGI ShrimpFest, a celebration of succulent shrimp dishes, vibrant music, distinctive buying, and a festive environment that guarantees a beautiful expertise for all.

This 12 months’s competition will happen from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, within the western parking space adjoining to Lighthouse Park. This one-day outside occasion will likely be a shrimp-lover’s paradise, as native culinary abilities share their mouthwatering shrimp delicacies.

Adding to the festivities, there will likely be a curated group of arts and crafts distributors showcasing distinctive merchandise, native nonprofit exhibitors, a beer and wine station and once more this 12 months, a reside musical efficiency by Blues Factor Band.

Tickets are $5 for ages 13+ and will likely be obtainable on the Lighthouse Gift Shop. Tickets may also be obtainable on the gate. Funds raised go to the continued upkeep and enhancement of the Lighthouse, the Keeper’s House Museum, and Lighthouse Park. Visit sgishrimpfest.com.

Bonus occasion: Tune into climate at FSU Festival of Creative Arts

The wonders of climate will take middle stage on the upcoming “It’s the Weather!” occasion, a part of Florida State University’s Festival of the Creative Arts from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, on the Challenger Learning Center, 200 S. Duval St.

Other actions embrace “weather weaving,” wherein meteorological information is remodeled into artwork, and the quick movie “Chance of Rain,” a visible contemplation of climate.

FSU artwork historical past, artwork schooling and music schooling college will associate with employees from the Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee and the National Weather Service to ship a enjoyable, informative have a look at the climate and nature. Visitors may have the chance to be taught concerning the climate and nature in artistic endeavors whereas discovering scientific details about our world.

Bonus occasion: Crooked River Park Fest

The Crooked River Lighthouse will host its 4th Annual Crooked River Park Fest from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, in Carrabelle. Visitors can get pleasure from an expanded Country “Super” Market providing arts, crafts, contemporary native meals, treats, and distinctive coastal finds. Local meals distributors, a automotive present from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., a fish and nature printing exercise and reside music by The Waterbirds will spherical out the day. Lighthouse tower climbs, the Keeper’s House Museum, together with the 1894 Fresnel Lens exhibit and present store searching will likely be obtainable from 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Admission is free, and climbs are $5. Visit crookedriverlighthouse.com.

Bonus occasion: Weekend tunes at Blue Tavern

Mes Amis cranks it up for completely happy hour at Blue Tavern, 1206 N. Monroe St., at 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6. The band options Laura Gayle Green, bass & vocals; Stephen Michael Hodges, guitar & vocals; and Andréa Stanley, violin & vocals. The Ambedo Trio takes over at 8 p.m. with Pat Puckett, Jack Straub and Reo Morris performing an eclectic combine of electrical guitar pushed music. $10 cowl.

Get in on the open Jug Band Jam at 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, led by the Beelzebubbas, Big Bad Bob Vaughn and Anywhere Andy Thomas. Stick round at 8 p.m. for Dolce Trio with particular visitor “Fiddlebritches” David Langston on the Blue Tavern for a night of authentic tunes, old-timey, jazzy, bluesy tunes. $10 cowl.

OTHER EVENTS

Corner Pocket: Super Bowl Saturday Night with Tom and the Cats, 8:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, Corner Pocket Bar and Grill, 2475 Apalachee Parkway. $5 cowl.

Lake Tribe Brewing: Two Guys w/ Guitars (acoustic rock and way more), 6-9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 6, Lake Tribe Brewing, 3357 Garber Dr. #4. No cowl.

Math Fun Day: The Florida State University Department of Mathematics will host the eleventh annual Math Fun Day from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, within the Love Building, 1017 Academic Way, FSU, campus.

Monticello Opera House: Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel, 8-10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, Monticello Opera House, 185 W. Washington St., Monticello. Cash bar. Tiered seating; $59, $49. $39. Visit monticellooperahouse.org.

The Moon: Sarah Langdon Presents Jazz On The Moon that includes Scotty Barnhart, Leon Anderson, Rodney Jordan, Kevin Jones, Bill Peterson, David Detweiler, Rod Harris Jr., Joe Goldberg, and Tissa Kholsa, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 reserved, $10 common admission. 1105 E. Lafayette St. Visit moonevents.com.

Prism Concert: Marching Chiefs Band, 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, Ruby Diamond Concert Hall. $55-$40. Visit openingnights.fsu.edu.

Shakedown Studios: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6. Band Launch Night is a bunch jam/open jam occasion for individuals who at all times needed to be in a bands. The Harmony Studio at Shaketown Studios will likely be obtainable with a drumset, guitar and bass amps, keyboards, microphones and PA audio system. Bring your personal guitars and cords. Railroad Village Unit B6, 1872 Mill Street, $2 payable on the door.

Surf Club: Beanies & Bikinis, Kook Squad, Anemoia, Amplifi, and Stoneheads, 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, 221 Bamboo Drive.

Tallahassee Film Society: “All That’s Left of You,” 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7; Oscar nominated “The Voice of Hind Rajab,” 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, Challenger Learning Center IMAX. General admission, $11; members an college students, $9.

Have an occasion arising? Email particulars to limelight@tallahassee.com.