Join us as we celebrate the 58th Annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival!
We are pleased to invite you to the 58th Annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival weekend, March 27-28, 2026. If you’ve celebrated this Festival with us before, we hope you’ll join us again for an exciting, fun-filled weekend. If you’re new to our Festival, get ready for some outstanding hospitality and a weekend you won’t soon forget!
*Please note, all ticketed festival weekend events are for guests aged 21 & older only.*
Festival Host Hotel
Doubletree Hotel
- Address: 101 S Adams Street, Tallahassee, FL
- Block Rate: $205 / night
- Reservations: 877-800-2652
- Reservation Link: Book Online
- Rate Expires: Friday, March 6, 2026
** Round-trip bus transportation will be provided to/from The Doubletree Hotel and to/from Float Gloat, Teddy Bear Run, and Crash Party back to the Doubletree Hotel. Event wristband required for transportation.
Overflow Hotels
Aloft
- Address: 200 N Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL
- Block Rate: $199/ night
- Reservations: Book Online
- Rate Expires: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Four Point by Sheraton
- Address: 316 West Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL
- Block Rate: $149 / night
- Reservations: Book Online
- Rate Expires: Thursday, March 1, 2026
*Please note this hotel is several blocks from downtown
Festival Registration
Doubletree Hotel Lobby
When:
- Thursday, March 26th : 3:00 – 5:30 P.M
- Friday, March 27th: 1:00 – 5:00 P.M.
Event Schedule
Thursday March 26th
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Hospitality Suite – Doubletree Hotel 2nd floor, wristband entry. |
| 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM | Continuous shuttle service to Float Gloat (will make multiple loops) |
| 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Float Gloat – Basil’s Barn, 216 Oakland Avenue, wristband entry. Theme: Western Chic, Hosted by 20th Century What: Float viewing, chili cook-off, open bar, heavy appetizers, music, & dancing. Attire: Krewe costume, theme attire or Krewe casual. |
| 9:30 PM – 10:15 PM | Continuous shuttle service to Doubletree Hotel |
| 10:30 PM – 12:30 AM | Hospitality Suite – Doubletree Hotel 2nd floor, wristband entry. |
Friday March 27th
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 9:30 AM | Buses depart Doubletree for Teddy Bear Run to Gene Cox Stadium |
| 10:00 AM – Noon |
Teddy Bear Run – Gene Cox Stadium, 601 Paul Russell Rd, wristband entry What: Greet Leon County Schools ESE children in costume; visit with children, let them experience floats, giveaways, etc. in a stationary parade. Attire: Krewe costumes; parade attire. What to Bring: Giveaways such as beads, toys, etc., and of course teddy bears! (No food) |
| Noon – 1:00 PM |
Teddy Bear Run Lunch – Walk from Gene Cox, wristband entry What: Lunch hosted by Governor 54 Pete Mabry and First Lady Debbie Mabry for those handing out smiles at the Teddy Bear Run. |
| 12:45 PM | Bus departs from Gene Cox, return to Doubletree Hotel |
| 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
Bourbon & Bubbles – Eve on Adams, Doubletree Rooftop, wristband entry What: Casual bourbon & champagne sipping event; cash bar available. Attire: Krewe casual. |
| 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Hospitality Suite – Doubletree Hotel 2nd floor, wristband entry. |
| 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
Music Festival (Day 1) – Kleman Plaza, walk from Doubletree Hotel What: Outdoor live concert with national entertainment. Free concert for general admission; cash beer & food concessions available. Paid Option: VIP Lounge – private restroom, open bar with beer & wine, and dinner. Requires special lanyard for entry. See event costs for pricing. |
| 11:30 PM – 12:30 AM | Hospitality Suite – Doubletree Hotel 2nd floor, wristband entry. |
Saturday March 28th
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Jubilee in the Park – Free admission |
| 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM |
Shuttles to Parade Staging – Van pickup at Aloft Hotel (N Adams St & E Call St) Drop-off at Springtime Tallahassee Office (5th Ave) – Float staging between 7th Ave and 3rd Ave on N Monroe St. |
| 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Grand Parade |
| 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
Music Festival (Day 2) – Jubilee Main Stage, S Adams St & College Ave What: Live concert featuring local and regional talent. Free concert with cash bar and food concessions. |
| 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Hospitality Suite – Doubletree Hotel, 2nd floor, wristband entry. |
| 7:45 PM – 8:15 PM | Continuous shuttle service from Doubletree Hotel for Crash Party |
| 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Crash Party – The Moon, 1105 E. Lafayette St. Theme: “Pajama Party,” hosted by War & Reconstruction Attire: Theme-based costume or Krewe casual. |
| 10:30 PM – 11:15 PM | Continuous shuttle service to return to Doubletree Hotel from Crash Party |
| 11:30 PM – 1:00 AM | Hospitality Suite – Doubletree Hotel, 2nd floor, wristband entry. |
Sunday March 29th
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
First Lady’s Brunch – Doubletree Hotel Hosted by Governor 54 Pete Mabry and First Lady Debbie Mabry What: Sendoff brunch with VIP gift exchange; cash bar. |
Festival Event Costs
Springtime Reciprocal VIP (Top-6) Event Package (Thursday – Sunday)
| Package | Details |
|---|---|
| Comped |
Includes:
*Music Festival VIP Lounge is a separate ticket (see pricing below).
|
Governor’s Event Package (Thursday – Saturday) — $500
| Includes | Notes |
|---|---|
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*Music Festival VIP Lounge is a separate ticket (see pricing below). |
Senator’s Event Package (Friday – Saturday) — $300
| Includes | Notes |
|---|---|
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*Music Festival VIP Lounge is a separate ticket (see pricing below). |
Friday Night Music Festival VIP Lounge
| Option | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Option:Table for 10 | Price:$1,350 | Notes:Limited availability |
| Option:Individual Ticket (No Table) | Price:$150 | Notes: |
*The Music Festival VIP Lounge can only be purchased separately; it is not part of any event package.