Top 5 enjoyable issues to do round Tallahassee this weekend

With the dazzling phrases and sounds from final weekend nonetheless echoing, it isn’t too early to avoid wasting the date for subsequent yr’s Word of South competition: April 23-25, 2027. Miss an artist or need to relive the moments? Check out the 2026 competition playlist at open.spotify.com.

It’s May Day and a full Flower Moon First Friday, with recent artwork round city and music from Naugahyde Park and RiverSide enjoying within the Railroad Square Art District.

The Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra goes out with a flourish for its season finale on May 2.

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

1. TSO presents romantic closing live performance of forty fifth season

Just because the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra is closing out its season this weekend with Radiant Romance, tickets are happening sale for the 2026-27 Season of Dreams.

If you’re a newcomer to TSO, test the open rehearsals at 10 a.m. May 2 in Ruby Diamond Concert Hall to watch the method that brings live shows to life. Then be reworked by music at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $37-74. $25 tickets can be found for college kids and youngsters beneath 18. Call 850-224-0461 or go to 507 N Calhoun St. Visit tallahasseesymphony.org.

The program begins with the Prelude from Tristan und Isolde, the place the longing of each unresolved phrase pulls you deeper into the passions and frustrations of those doomed lovers. Grammy successful pianist Michelle Cann performs Liszt’s Piano Concerto.

After intermission, the environment shifts inward with Strauss’ profound Death and Transfiguration, a piece that explores what lies past earthly existence. To shut the milestone forty fifth Anniversary Season, Maestro Dinur leads Le Poème de l’extase, a radiant finale.

2. Ethel Cain again for 2 reveals at The Moon

Fresh from a present at Coachella, Ethel Cain followers have two photographs to see The Willoughby Tucker Forever Tour subsequent week.

The Tallahassee native and “dream-pop” artist is returning to her stomping grounds for 2 reveals at The Moon, 1105 E. Lafayette St., May 5-6. Doors open at 7 p.m., showtime is 8 p.m. General admission tickets are $83. Ages 17 or beneath should be accompanied by a father or mother or guardian. Ages 4 and beneath not admitted. Visit moonevents.com.

Known for Southern Gothic Americana music stuffed with private twists, the singer-songwriter and file producer has partnered with The Ally Coalition to donate $1 from each ticket to organizations dedicated to serving the Trans neighborhood.

Ethel Cain is the stage identify for 27-year-old Hayden Silas Anhedönia, who was born in Tallahassee and raised in Perry, Florida. Cain launched “Willoughby Tucker, I Will Always Love You” in August, 2025.

3. Walking with Shakespeare at Tallahassee Museum

The Southern Shakespeare Company takes audiences on “A Walking Midsummer Night’s Dream,” a completely immersive, outside theatrical journey set inside the pure fantastic thing about the Tallahassee Museum, 3945 Museum Drive, at 7:30 p.m. April 30-May 2 and May 7-9. Tickets are offered out, however there is a ready record and volunteer slots at facebook.com.

Over two magical weekends, small viewers teams can be guided alongside woodland trails, encountering scenes from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” unfolding in actual time — full with mischievous fairies on zip strains. They can be costumed as Florida bugs and bugs to match with the pure Florida atmosphere in a present with enchanted lovers, and high-flying surprises.

4. May Day songs at Blue Tavern

Get your weekend began at Blue Tavern, 1206 N. Monroe St., with Two Clever at 5 p.m. Friday, adopted at 8 p.m. with May Day: Songs of the Labor Movement with Paddy League and associates. Join Gina and Paddy, George Pettis, Isabel Ruano, Lili Forbes, members of Brazilian ensemble and Irish session gamers in some nice songs about staff’ rights and the actions that work for justice. $10 cowl.

Blue Tavern’s eclectic lineup on Saturday, May 2, begins with a Drag Brunch from noon-3 p.m. with Aida Lott presenting The Blue Tavern Cabaret Saturday Edition. Admission is $10. Tickets at instagram.com.

The Jug Band Jam hosted by the Green Street Sheiks begins at 4 p.m., adopted at 8 p.m. by Grant Peeple’s 69th Birthday Party. Peeple’s is thought for his axe-sharp socio-political tunes, raucous humor and heart-gigging ballads. He is the recipient of the Focus Foundation Award for Creative Excellence. Come assist Grant have a good time 69 years on Earth. There can be birthday cake. $10 cowl.

5. Take the ‘If This House Could Talk’ tour in Apalachicola

Head for the coast to catch salt air, nice seafood and funky previous homes this month. The Apalachicola Area Historical Society is internet hosting its well-liked self-guided historic tour, “If This House Could Talk,” May 2 by May 17 at over 30 places in historic Apalachicola.

Storyboards, created by property homeowners and posted in entrance of a wide range of fascinating houses, historic places and buildings, share attention-grabbing and generally odd historic information and tales of those Apalachicola locations and their previous residents. Guests are invited to view the storyboards (however not enter the properties) at their very own tempo throughout this free occasion.

Maps can be found on the Raney House Museum, the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce, Oystertown Books, Eastpoint Visitors Center, Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library, on-line at Apalachicolahistoricalsociety.org and on the AAHS Facebook web page. More data may be discovered at apalachicolahistoricalsociety.org.

The AAHS Raney House Museum is situated at 128 Market Street on the nook of Avenue F in Apalachicola and is open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday by Saturday.

OTHER EVENTS

Amicus Brewing: Kentucky Derby Watch Party with Chalk Line Trio, 4-10 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 717 S Gadsden St. Grab your hat and be part of Amicus Brewing Ventures and Harry’s Proper Burger for a night of racing, reside music, and southern-themed specials.

Big Bend Sierra Club: Monthly program assembly at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30, on the Req Room, 1208 North Monroe St. Social hour will start at 6:30 p.m. and the common assembly will start at 7 p.m. Bradley O’Hanlon can be giving a presentation on the reintroduction of the Indigo Snake into panhandle area of Florida.

Bird’s Aphrodisiac Oyster Shack: Old Porch Swing Quartet, 7-10 p.m. Friday, May 1, 325 North Bronough St.

Blue Tavern: Matthew Cravener performs comfortable hour at Blue Tavern, 1206 N. Monroe, at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, adopted at p.m. by Bluesday Tuesday: Blues Meets Girl. $5 cowl. Happy hour Rad Reading at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, adopted at 8 p.m. by Open Mic Night. 1st Thursday Bluegrass Jam, 5 p.m. May 7. This month’s jam can be devoted to the reminiscence of the tavern’s expensive departed pal and bluegrass mandolin monster, David Leporati. Guitarist Shane Parish is coming again to Tallahassee to ship some phenomenal guitar work, unique tunes and mind-blowing interpretations at 8 p.m. $10 cowl.

First Friday at Railroad Square: RiverDogs, 7-9 p.m. Friday, May 1, The Other Side Vintage, 607 Railroad Square, Railroad Square Art District.

Getaway Grille and Bar: Charlie Morris Band, 7-10 p.m. Friday, May 1. Sawmill Jam, 7-10 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2386 Allen Road.

Lake Tribe Brewing: Fiesta at Lake Tribe with Saylor Dollar Duo, 6-9 p.m. Friday, May 1, 3357 Garber Drive.

NorthFlora Collective: Naugahyde Park, 6-9 p.m. Friday, May 1, in Railroad Square. NorthFlora Collective is open at 11 a.m., reside music and festivities begin at 6 p.m. Special visitor can be Ology Brewing handing out free beer and swag for First Friday.

Tallahassee Civic Chorale: “Together We Sing,” 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 1, Grace Lutheran Church, 2919 Miccosukee Road. Celebrating its fortieth anniversary, the live performance options favourite songs from the Chorale’s first 40 years together with items by Paul Basler (Five Songs of Faith), Marques Garret (Sing Out My Soul), Tucker Biddlecombe (The Greatest Ship), and Susan LeBarr (We Remember Them). Tickets can be found on-line at CivicChorale.org and can be obtainable on the door. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors (62+) and college students, and Free for TSC college students, workers, and school. Seating in Grace Lutheran is non-reserved.

Tallahassee Downtown Market: Matthew Cravener Duo, 10 a.m.-noon, 115 E Park Ave.

Tallahassee Film Society: “Holding Liat,” 3 p.m. Saturday, May 2, and 5 p.m. Sunday, May 10, Challenger Center IMAX, 200 S. Duval St. “Natchez” holding over at 5 p.m. Sunday, May 3. General admission, $11; TFS members and college students, $9.

Venvi Art Gallery: Layers, by artist Leah Macdonald on show by May 17, with artwork reception from 5-8 p.m. Friday, May 1, at Venvi, 2901 E. Park Ave.

Village Square Annual Tallahassee Town Hall: In partnership with Leadership Tallahassee, Tallahassee Democrat, and WFSU, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 7, WFSU Studios, 1600 Red Barber Plaza. Register upfront. Visit tlh.villagesquare.us.

The Wine House: Longineu Parsons Ensemble, 7 p.m. Friday, May 1, 1355 Market St.

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