October 23, 2025

Holiday Events Announced in Tallahassee

News Summary

The holiday season is set to begin in Tallahassee, FL, with a variety of events planned throughout December. Activities include art shows, concerts, holiday markets, and community gatherings. Highlights include the 61st Annual Holiday Show, ballet performances, and local festivals. Residents and visitors are invited to participate in these festivities, with updates on new events to be provided. This vibrant season offers something for everyone to enjoy.

Holiday Events Announced in Tallahassee for the 2023 Season

The holiday season is officially starting in Tallahassee, FL, with a diverse array of events scheduled from now through December. Residents and visitors can look forward to festive activities ranging from art shows and concerts to holiday markets and community gatherings. A comprehensive list of events will be updated as new details are announced. For those interested in submitting events, email: [email protected].

Major Events for December

One highlight of the season is the 61st Annual Holiday Show at LeMoyne Arts, titled “Celebrating Home, Honoring Tallahassee’s Bicentennial,” running from November 23 to December 24, with a members preview on November 23 from 9-10 a.m. The opening day activities will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a $5 entry fee that includes access to the marketplace and artist booths.

On November 30, LeMoyne Arts is hosting the Pastries & Poinsettias event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for $5. Following this, the Bicentennial Bash Cocktail Party will occur on December 5 from 5:30-8 p.m., featuring live music and gourmet hors d’oeuvres with admission prices set at $25 for members and $30 for non-members.

Family-Friendly Activities

The Pas de Vie Ballet will enchant audiences with performances of “The Nutcracker” at Lee Hall Auditorium, on November 23-24. Tickets range from $15 to $30, with a special children’s performance on November 23 at 10:30 a.m. Another exciting local event includes Bradley’s Country Store festival, which will offer live music, food, and activities on November 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with free admission.

Moreover, participants can kick off their Thanksgiving morning with the Turkey Trot organized by Gulf Winds Track Club, featuring a 5K and other races starting at 8:30 a.m. Race packet pickup will be on November 24 from 1-5 p.m.

Community and Celebratory Events

The community is invited to be part of the Apalachicola Downtown Christmas Celebration on November 29, running from 3-8 p.m., featuring luminaries, carolers, and Santa’s arrival by boat. Following that, events will continue with the Christmas Connection program by Catholic Charities from December 1 to December 18 at Governor’s Square Mall.

Several parades and concerts are also scheduled, including the Thomasville Christmas Parade on December 2 at 6:30 p.m., and “Christmas with the Co-Cathedral Choirs” featuring choirs from Tallahassee and Orlando on December 6.

Seasonal Highlights and Performances

The Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra will perform Handel’s *Messiah* on December 13 and 15. Local theaters will also celebrate the festive season with various performances such as the Plaid Tidings musical at Theatre Tallahassee from December 12-22.

Families can also look forward to holiday events like the Santa Paws Walk at Tom Brown Park on December 14 and Elf Night at Dorothy B. Oven Park on December 19, where attendees can enjoy decorations and Santa’s appearances.

Additional Noteworthy Events

Other exciting activities include the Holiday Open House in Thomasville, GA, from 1-5 p.m. on November 24, and the Winter Festival in Tallahassee from 3-10 p.m. on December 7. The community is encouraged to participate in these local events and share their holiday traditions.

This holiday season promises to be vibrant and engaging, offering something for everyone in the Tallahassee area.

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