Good morning, Tallahassee.

Children’s Week Florida 2026 will run from Feb.

22 to 27 at the state capitol and nearby Tallahassee areas, welcoming thousands including legislators, children’s advocates, teachers & students to join the week-long celebration.

New metal plaques now line the walkway at Speed Spencer Stephens Park to honor the Bond community’s legacy from the 1920s - '80s.

Neighbors and city staff celebrated the markers at a Feb. 20 ceremony as part of the Greater Bond Neighborhood First Plan.

Sidiki Conde, a celebrated African drummer who overcame polio, will offer a free concert at FSU’s College of Music on Friday, Mar.

6 at Lindsay Recital Hall (featuring Abdoulaye Toure and Tallahassee’s Ayoka Afrikan Drum and Dance).

Brazilian DJ Beltran headlined at Potbelly’s on Friday — his sold-out performance continued Tallahassee’s rising trend of top international DJs energizing the college scene.

FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Associate Professor Shreyas Balachandran got an Early Career Award of $875,000 over five years from the DOE (ARDAP Program) to build smaller particle accelerators that use new materials instead of heavy cooling.

His work aims to make science tools more practical for labs, hospitals and factories.

MagLab Open House is set for today and welcomes visitors of all ages to explore the science center (with hands-on exhibits planned).

City officials and FSU finalized a $1.7 billion agreement to transfer hospital assets with planned upgrades and research enhancements by Dec.

2034. A public hearing will be held March 11 at 9 a.m. for final board approval.

The FSU Business of Healthcare Summit, held last week, brought healthcare leaders together to discuss wait times, AI improvements & federal funding to enhance rural access.

FSU also previewed future job fairs and new research centers aimed at boosting local care.

Former FSU star Rashad Greene (record-setting receiver) joined Lincoln High School as its new wide receivers coach on Friday, Feb.20, adding his extensive experience to a program known for producing top collegiate talent.

FSU fans can view over 1,500 Bobby Bowden memorabilia items online as Wiregrass Auction Group hosts the auction from Mar.

3 at 8 a.m. until Mar. 17; it features his championship trophy, rings, and his home with open houses on Mar. 5 (1–7 p.m.) and Mar. 16 (3–7 p.m.).

FSU baseball, coming off a 3-0 start, traveled to Arlington for the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series from Feb.

20 to 22. Coach Link Jarrett said the team will face Michigan, Auburn, and Nebraska at Globe Life Field (home of the Texas Rangers) to test their pro-caliber skills.

Cirque Italia: Water Circus

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Governor’s Square — Tickets start at $74 — Experience the magic of acrobatics and water performances at this unforgettable circus event.

Professional Bartender Training Class

6-10 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Tallahassee North/I-10 Capital Circle — $275 full price, $59 down payment — Gain essential bartending skills and industry knowledge in an engaging hands-on class.

AdventureCONNECT Networking Event

10 AM – 12 PM — Tallahassee Automobile Museum — Free entry — Connect with adventure travel professionals and explore new opportunities in a relaxed setting.

FCW Presents: Rise of a Champion

5-9 p.m. — Northside Community Center — $10 GA, $15 Floor, $20 Front row — Experience family-friendly wrestling action with local stars vying for the first-ever FCW Champion title.

Field Day Music Festival 2026

12:00 a.m. — Phipps Farm — Tickets available now — Enjoy a live music experience featuring Eddie 9V in Tallahassee.

Congress The Band Live

8:30-10:30 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — Support act TBD — Experience a dynamic performance from one of the Southeast's rising rock acts in Tallahassee.

Vincent Mason Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Moon — $33-$164 — Enjoy an electrifying evening with Vincent Mason and Cole Goodwin at The Moon on the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour.

Matilda Jr. the Musical

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Apalachee Tapestry Magnet School of the Arts — VIP Adult: $15, General Adult: $10 — Enjoy a charming performance showcasing that even the littlest can achieve great things.

PBR - Unleash the Beast

8 PM – 11 PM — Doak S. Campbell Stadium — Tickets required — Experience the thrill of bull riding featuring country stars Jon Pardi & Miranda Lambert for an unforgettable night.

Steve Sternberg Concert

10 AM – 2 PM — Seven Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center — Ticket information available — Experience an engaging performance by Steve Sternberg.