Looking for fun events? Top 5 things to do around Tallahassee

Spring is doing its beautiful thing all over town.

The Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra sets the musical mood on Saturday with A Summer's Midday Dream, Gustav Mahler's stirring 3rd Symphony.

Adderley Amphitheater lifts it up with swaying and swinging to heavenly gospel this weekend for the two-day Jubilee Music Festival.

Here's a roundup of entertaining events around Tallahassee, culled from emails, the Council on Culture & Arts online listings and elsewhere.

1. Reach for 'Dream' with Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

The Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra greets the season with Mahler Three: A Summer's Midday Dream at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23, in Ruby Diamond Concert Hall. There's an open dress rehearsal at 7 p.m. Friday. Tickets for the concert run from $35-$64. Visit tallahasseesymphony.org.

With six movements, Mahler’s colossal 3rd Symphony is one of the greatest works in the standard symphonic repertoire. A hymn to nature, “summer’s midday dream” will take you on a journey from the earthly to the divine. Maestro Darko Butorac will lead this epic work performed live by over 150 musicians, all led by Maestro Darko Butorac.

2. Lift your spirits at Jubilee Music Festival

Get ready for two days of singing and rejoicing at the Jubilee Music Festival at the Adderley Amphitheater in Cascades Park on March 22-23. The extraordinary lineup of gospel music luminaries includes The Clark Sisters, Jekalyn Carr, Todd Dulaney, Pastor Mike Jr., and Yolanda Adams. Local church choirs and praise and worship teams will also be invited to participate during the weekend. Be sure to select Friday, Saturday or both nights when purchasing tickets. The event is in partnership with the FWPC Community Development Council.

Friday's show starts at 6 p.m. and features Lisa Knowles-Smith, The Brown Singers, Yolanda Adams and Todd Dulaney. TIckets are $35 for general admission, $45 for P2 Reserved Seating, $55 for P1 Reserved Seating.

Saturday's show starts at 6 p.m. and features Pastor Mike Jr., Jekalyn Carr & the Clark Sisters. Tickets are $40 for general admission, $50 for P2 Reserved Seating, $60 for P1 Reserved Seating. Visit theadderleyamphitheater.com.

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3. Time travel at Tallahassee History Festival

Everything is history for the bicentennial year as the Third Annual Tallahassee History Festival kicks off this weekend. Tallahassee Community College and Theater with a Mission team up to bring history, science, the arts, and lots of fun to Kleman Plaza from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday March 23.

Have your picture taken with Pricilla the Mastadon. Make a map. Join a parade. Visit tables and while learning something get a passport stamped. Listen to speakers, taste some food, learn historic dances, meet people from 200 years ago. The free event offers fun for both K-12, college students and the whole family. The festival features programs and activities by historical organizations from around the state, as well as some of our local favorites. Visit tcc.fl.edu.

4. Take a Free Day at Mission San Luis

Get a big dose of Native American history and heritage at a free celebration from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at Mission San Luis, 2100 W. Tennessee St. The mission is celebrating Florida Archaeology Month 2024 with a day of archaeology, living history and fun activities at Mission San Luis.

Events include archaeology-related activities for the whole family, including a copper embossing craft, archaeological soil sifting, atlatl spear throwing, and archaeological surveying. There will be guided tours of the Bureau of Archaeological Research Collections Facility, presentations by archaeologists, and information tables from partner organizations. Visit missionsanluis.org.

5. Make merry with music at Blue Tavern

Get your weekend started with the tasteful selection of tunes by Steve Malono and friends from 5-7 p.m. Friday, March 22, at Blue Tavern, 1206 N. Monroe St.

Then make way for RoboCromp, the long-running duo of Atlanta saxophonist Jeff Crompton and Tallahassee guitarist Rob Rushin-Knopf, taking the stage at 8 p.m. Since 2004, their blend of jazz, rock, and folk music of the world has captivated listeners. They combine original compositions with works by the likes of Thelonious Monk, Cecil Taylor, Steve Lacy, and more. $10 cover.

The 4th Saturday Old Time Jam gets cranking from 4-7 p.m. Saturday with hosts Laura Gayle Green and Steve Hodges, that's followed at 8 p.m. by Jazzmatazz presents the Peterson-Bakan-Hall trio. Class is back in session and the professors are in the house with Bill Peterson on piano, joined by Brian Hall on bass and Michael Bakan on drums. $10 cover.

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Bonus event: Suwannee Spring Reunion gathers at the river

The twangtastic annual Suwannee Spring Reunion gets some spicy R&B tang this weekend when Bettye LaVette makes her debut appearance at the gathering of Americana artists and fans on Friday.

LaVette is a Motor City music legend whose latest album, “LaVette!,” delves into the deep songbook of singer-songwriter Randall Bramblett. She’ll take the stage at 6 p.m. Friday on the Amphitheatre Stage at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park on the banks of the Suwannee River in Live Oak.

The lineup also includes Suwannee Spring Reunion stalwarts Donna the Buffalo, the Steep Canyon Rangers, Sam Bush, Railroad Earth, Jim Lauderdale, Peter Rowan, Verlon Thompson, Keller Williams and many more. For ticket and camping information, visit suwanneespringreunion.com.

Bonus event: Cello Quartet closes Thomasville series

Thomasville Entertainment Foundation’s 86th concert series concludes next week with a unique classical musical ensemble, the Galvin Cello Quartet.

The international group takes the stage at the Thomasville Center for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, at and seats are still available for the concert, featuring a diverse program of works by Antonio Vivaldi, David Popper, Richard Wagner, Gioachino Rossini and Carlos Gardel, among others.

Tickets are $40 for adults, $15 for students, and all seats are reserved. For more information or for tickets to the March 26 performance, visit tefconcerts.com or call the TEF office at 229-226-7404.

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OTHER EVENTS

B Sharps Jazz Club: Carlos Vega Quintet performs at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at B Sharps, 648 W. Brevard St. Tickets are $25. The band features Kyle Swan, drums; Tim Stanley, trumpet;  Joshua Ramos, bass; Whitney Ashe; piano. Visit gerriseay.org.

The Bark: Fri March 22 - Clever Girl plays at The Bark on Friday, March 22. Doors open at 8: p.m., show at 9 p.m., $10, all ages.

Blue Tavern: Happy hour from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday features Shape Note Singing, followed at 8 p.m. by Bluesday Tuesday with Belmont & Jones. $5 cover. Happy hour with Kelly Goddard 5-7 p.m. Wednesday followed at 8 p.m. by Open Mic Night. Conor Churchill plays happy hour Thursday, followed at 8 p.m. by Bottom Dollar Boys. $5 cover.

Great Oaks Pub at Southwood: The Allie Cats are coming to Southwood from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday. Featuring the powerhouse vocals of Allie McKay, the group will be performing the best of Americana and Rock. Full restaurant and ba. Call 850-942-4653 for reservations, no cover.

House of Music: Maddy Walsh & The Blind Spots, a tenured, original, six-piece Moxy Rock band, is steered by magnetic songstress and force of nature Maddy Walsh, 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22, at House of Music, 2011 S. Monroe St. Tickets are $15. Visit houseofmusictally.com. Anna Wescoat & Company play traditional country music at 8 p.m. Saturday.

Opening Nights: Damn Tall Buildings: the three members of Damn Tall Buildings (guitarist/lead vocalist Max Capistran, bassist/lead vocalist Sasha Dubyk, and fiddler/vocalist Avery Ballotta) blend elements of bluegrass, blues, roots-rock and vintage swing to create a captivating, high-energy sound. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 20247:30 PM, Goodwood Museum and Gardens. Tickets are $40. Visit openingnights.fsu.edu.

926 Bar & Grill: Solomon Hill w/ Counterfeit Stereo, Band Of Names, Thunder The Snake on Saturday, March 23, 926 Bar, 926 W. Tharpe St. Doors @ 8 p.m., show @ 9 p.m., $10 over 21, $12 under 21, all ages.

The Sound Bar: Tom Austin & Co. will play at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22, at The Sound Bar, 1105 W. Tharpe St. $5 cover. Once Great Estate is on deck from 8-11 p.m. Saturday, March 23. $5 cover. Catch Deja Blue at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 24. $5 cover.

Steamboat Mickee: (Rescheduled!) Mickee Faust Club for the Really Dramatic Arts at Mickee Faust Clubhouse in Railroad Square. Music starts at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. March 22-23. Tickets are $20.

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