Tallahassee GetDowns 2026: Downtown & Northtown FSU Football Events

Football weekends in Tallahassee don’t start when the Seminoles take the field on Saturday. For years, Friday night has been part of the fun too.

The Downtown GetDown and Northtown GetDown have given locals, FSU fans and visitors a place to kick off game weekends with live music, food, drinks and plenty of garnet-and-gold spirit.

If you’re coming to Tallahassee for an FSU home game, here’s what you need to know about these local Friday-night traditions.

Downtown GetDown

The Downtown GetDown is the classic Tallahassee version: a big Friday-night street party in the heart of downtown.

The tradition dates back to the late 1990s and was a fixture of FSU football weekends for more than 20 years. After ending following the 2018 season, the Downtown GetDown made its return in 2024.

Recent events have been held at Adams Street Commons near Adams Street and College Avenue, with live local music, food and craft vendors, activities for kids and plenty of fans getting ready for Saturday’s game.

Best of all, the Downtown GetDown has traditionally been FREE to attend.

2026 Downtown GetDown Dates

We’re waiting for the official 2026 Downtown GetDown schedule. We’ll update this page with dates, times and entertainment as soon as this year’s events are announced.

Northtown GetDown

Don’t want to head downtown? North Tallahassee has had its own game-weekend tradition at Bannerman Crossings.

The Northtown GetDown has traditionally taken place on Friday evenings around FSU home football weekends and has a more relaxed neighborhood feel than the downtown celebration.

Past events have included live bands, food and drinks, bounce houses, face painting, games and other activities for kids. With Bannerman Crossings’ restaurants and businesses just steps away, it’s also easy to grab dinner or drinks while you’re there.

2026 Northtown GetDown Dates

We have not yet found a confirmed 2026 Northtown GetDown schedule. We’ll add this year’s dates and entertainment lineup here once they’re officially announced.

Downtown or Northtown — Which Should You Choose?

If both return during the same FSU football weekend, they offer two very different ways to start your Friday night.

Downtown GetDown: Go here if you want the bigger downtown atmosphere, a street-party feel and easy access to downtown Tallahassee restaurants and bars.

Northtown GetDown: This is the more convenient option for people staying or living on the northeast side of Tallahassee, especially families looking for an easygoing evening around Bannerman Crossings.

Tips Before You Go

• Check the date before heading out. GetDown schedules can change from year to year and aren’t necessarily held before every FSU home game.
• Arrive early. Football weekends are busy throughout Tallahassee and parking gets harder as the evening goes on.
• Come hungry. Food vendors and nearby local restaurants are part of the fun.
• Bring the kids. GetDown events have traditionally included family-friendly activities.
• Wear garnet and gold. You won’t be alone.

Start Your FSU Weekend on Friday Night

Whether you’re a lifelong Tallahassee local, an FSU alum coming back to town or visiting for your first Seminoles game, the GetDowns are a fun way to experience Tallahassee before game day.

We’ll keep this guide updated throughout the 2026 FSU football season as new Downtown and Northtown GetDown dates, bands and event details are announced.