Kick off Springtime Tallahassee weekend with an unforgettable Friday Night Music Festival at Kleman Plaza, right in the heart of downtown. This high-energy, open-air concert has become one of the most anticipated traditions of the entire festival—bringing together locals and visitors for a night of live music, great food, and an electric atmosphere under the Tallahassee skyline.

Each year, the Friday night concert sets the tone for the weekend ahead. As the sun goes down and the lights come up, Kleman Plaza transforms into a vibrant gathering place filled with music fans, festivalgoers, and families ready to celebrate the start of Springtime Tallahassee.

The Music Festival features an exciting lineup of opening acts followed by a nationally recognized headlining artist, delivering a high-energy performance that keeps the crowd singing along well into the night.

2026 Artist Announcement Coming Soon!

Past Springtime Tallahassee Music Festivals have showcased some of the biggest names in country and touring music, and the Friday night crowd has come to expect a polished, professional concert experience year after year. Arrive early to enjoy the opening acts, grab food and drinks, and soak in the excitement as the plaza comes alive.

Springtime Tallahassee’s Friday Night Music Festival has earned a reputation for bringing outstanding talent to downtown Tallahassee. Over the years, the stage at Kleman Plaza has hosted chart-topping artists and fan favorites, including:

• Eli Young Band, Scotty McCreery, Easton Corbin, Lee Brice, Chris Janson, Randy Houser, Chris Lane, Joe Nichols, and Rodney Atkins

• Opening acts that went on to national success, including Old Dominion, Parmalee, Walker Montgomery, Jackson Dean, and more

These performances have drawn thousands of music lovers and helped make Friday night a can’t-miss highlight of the Springtime Tallahassee weekend. From high-energy sing-alongs to unforgettable moments under the lights, the Music Festival has become a signature experience for attendees year after year.

Whether you’re a longtime Springtime Tallahassee fan or experiencing the festival for the first time, the Friday Night Music Festival is the perfect way to start the weekend. Bring your friends, enjoy the downtown atmosphere, and get ready for a night of incredible live music that sets the stage for everything Springtime Tallahassee has to offer.

Check back soon for the 2026 artist announcement and event details.

For more than a decade, Springtime Tallahassee’s Friday Night Music Festival has brought nationally recognized artists and rising stars to downtown Tallahassee.