Community Calendar

It’s time to ride for the kids! Join us for the Toys For Tots Ride & Party on Saturday, December 6th, 2025.

Staging begins at 9:30 AM at Walmart Super Center (3535 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32311).

The parade kicks off at 11:00 AM and ends at Tallahassee Harley-Davidson, where the party begins!

Riders who bring a NEW, unwrapped toy will enjoy a free meal.

We’ve got DJ Felix and Landon Owens & The Riviera Flats Band keeping the vibe merry and loud, plus vendors, holiday shenanigans, and a special visit from the big man himself — Santa on a Harley!

Let’s roll together and support the Marine Corps Toys For Tots Foundation—helping bring joy to children in our community this Christmas!

Market Days is back on December 6th & 7th at the North Florida Fairgrounds! This wonderful Arts and Crafts event bring together artisans and shoppers each year for a fun and exciting event! Market Days is recognized in Sunshine Artists Top 200 Events. Market Days is as essential today for the Tallahassee Museum as it was in 1965. Funds from Market Days benefit the Museum in innumerable ways. From educational programs for all ages to the care of our living wildlife collection and historic buildings, Market Days supports the Museum helping to provide the many services we deliver to our audiences throughout the region. Market Days is a volunteer run event. Market Days is a rain or shine event.

For more information on this event, visit marketdays.org

This year’s event will feature live music – more details coming soon!

Early Bird tickets are on sale NOW.

Market Days is held at the North Florida Fairgrounds. Market Days benefits the Tallahassee Museum's mission on education, conservation, and preservation in the community. This event is supported by Visit Tallahassee Leon County, City of Tallahassee, and the Department of Arts and Culture. 

Annual Winter Open House at The Grove, featuring festival decor, seasonal treats, and special programs for the entire family

Join us on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 10am to 2pm, for our annual Winter Open House, to celebrate the holiday season with festive décor, community partners, treats and crafts, and special tours!
This year’s event includes:
-11:00 am Nature Walk
-Noon choral performance by Leon HS Melodears
-1:00pm Curator’s Tour: Beyond the Suit Exhibition
-Elder Elf donation drive in partnership with Elder Care Services
-Refreshments for the entire family available throughout the day
-Community partners featured throughout the event
-Crafts and activities available throughout the day Refreshments for the entire family will be available throughout the day.

The museum will be open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Docents will be stationed throughout the house to provide information and to answer questions. Parking is located at 902 N. Monroe St.

Join us on December 6th at 10:00 am and experience the cherished holiday tradition of The Nutcracker through the lens of faith and artistry with Wildwood Ballet, dedicated to expressing beauty, grace, and spiritual values through dance. This beloved Christmas tale follows young Clara as she embarks on a magical journey where toys come to life, a brave Nutcracker battles the Mouse King, and a visit to the Land of Sweets reveals the joy and hope of the season.

Wildwood Ballet infuses this timeless classic with a message of love, light, and redemption, set against Tchaikovsky’s captivating score and masterful choreography. Through their exceptional artistry, the dancers invite audiences to reflect on the deeper meanings of the holiday season, celebrating the spirit of giving and the wonder of God’s creation.

Join us for a memorable performance of The Nutcracker, where Christian values and the joy of the Christmas story shine through in every graceful movement, making it a perfect family tradition for audiences of all ages.

Sugar, spice, and everything nice are back at the Leon County Public Library for the Seventh Annual Community Gingerbread House Competition! Put your creativity to the test in this family-friendly contest and compete for a chance to win prizes. Everyone is welcome to come by and admire the sweet creations. Registration is not required this year for participation.

Winners will be chosen in four divisions:

Child, ages birth to five
Child, ages six to eleven
Teen, ages 12 to 17
Adult, 18 and older

Gingerbread houses should be 100 percent edible but may include lighting. Kits are allowed. Participants must drop off their houses at the Leon County Main Library on Saturday, December 6, between 11 a.m. and noon. The event opens to the public at 1 p.m., and houses must be picked up that day between 4 and 5 p.m.

Get ready for a summer of creativity and fun at Gadsden Arts! Designed for children ages 6-12, this camp offers an exciting opportunity for young artists to enjoy hands-on activities like painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, and more, all under the guidance of experienced art instructors. Registration opens April 1st, and scholarships are available.

Get ready for a summer of creativity and fun at Gadsden Arts! Designed for children ages 6-12, this camp offers an exciting opportunity for young artists to enjoy hands-on activities like painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, and more, all under the guidance of experienced art instructors. Registration opens April 1st, and scholarships are available.

Get ready for a summer of creativity and fun at Gadsden Arts! Designed for children ages 6-12, this camp offers an exciting opportunity for young artists to enjoy hands-on activities like painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, and more, all under the guidance of experienced art instructors. Registration opens April 1st, and scholarships are available.

Get ready for a summer of creativity and fun at Gadsden Arts! Designed for children ages 6-12, this camp offers an exciting opportunity for young artists to enjoy hands-on activities like painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, and more, all under the guidance of experienced art instructors. Registration opens April 1st, and scholarships are available.

Get ready for a summer of creativity and fun at Gadsden Arts! Designed for children ages 6-12, this camp offers an exciting opportunity for young artists to enjoy hands-on activities like painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, and more, all under the guidance of experienced art instructors. Registration opens April 1st, and scholarships are available.