Weekend Events Across Big Bend and South Georgia

From music festivals to theater performances, there's something for everyone this weekend in the region.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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The Big Bend and South Georgia regions are bustling with a variety of events and activities this weekend, February 20th-22nd. In Tallahassee, there's a community skate jam, Shakespeare in the Park Festival, and a water circus show. In Panacea, a crawfish cook-off and music festival is taking place. Over in Thomasville, a beer festival, bike ride, and a production of the musical 'Annie' are all on the schedule.

Why it matters

These events showcase the diverse cultural and entertainment offerings across the Big Bend and South Georgia areas, providing residents and visitors alike with plenty of options to enjoy the warm weather and get out into their communities this weekend.

The details

The weekend kicks off on Friday with a community skate jam in Tallahassee, raising money for Heart Health Awareness Month, and the opening of the Shakespeare in the Park Festival, which runs through Sunday. Also in Tallahassee, the Water Circus Atlantis show will take place from February 20-23. In Panacea, the Mudbugs & Music on the Bay: KWCB Crawfish Cook-off features a crawfish eating contest, family activities, food, and more. Over in Thomasville, the Thomasville Clay Road Classic BeerFest at Hubs and Hops runs Friday and Saturday, with live music both days. Thomasville on Stage and Company is also presenting the musical 'Annie' from February 20 through March 1.

  • The community skate jam in Tallahassee takes place on February 20 from 6:00-10:00 p.m.
  • The Shakespeare in the Park Festival in Tallahassee runs from now through February 22, with Friday's events kicking off at 6:00 p.m.
  • The Water Circus Atlantis show in Tallahassee runs from February 20-23, with varying show times.
  • The Mudbugs & Music on the Bay: KWCB Crawfish Cook-off in Panacea is on February 21, beginning at 10:30 a.m.
  • The Thomasville Clay Road Classic BeerFest at Hubs and Hops takes place on February 20-21, with live music on both Friday and Saturday.

The players

DJ Demp Foundation

The organization hosting the community skate jam in Tallahassee to raise money for Heart Health Awareness Month.

Hubs and Hops

The venue hosting the Thomasville Clay Road Classic BeerFest, including a beer garden and live music performances.

Thomasville on Stage and Company

The theater company presenting the musical 'Annie' in Thomasville from February 20 through March 1.

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The takeaway

This weekend's diverse lineup of events across the Big Bend and South Georgia regions offers something for everyone, from music and food festivals to theater performances and outdoor activities. These events showcase the vibrant cultural and entertainment scene in the area and provide ample opportunities for residents and visitors to get out and enjoy the warm weather while supporting local businesses and organizations.