{"id":358953,"date":"2026-07-31T15:54:07","date_gmt":"2026-07-31T15:54:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/358953\/"},"modified":"2026-07-31T15:54:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T15:54:07","slug":"happening-this-weekend-events-happening-around-the-big-bend-and-south-georgia-11","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/358953\/","title":{"rendered":"HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND: Events happening around the Big Bend and South Georgia"},"content":{"rendered":"

TALLAHASSEE, FL (WTXL) \u2014 We have a wet weekend<\/a> ahead. Saturday won’t be a total washout, but Sunday is looking to be. Below are some events happening around the Big Bend and South Georgia, Friday, July 31st through Sunday, August 2nd.<\/p>\n

Big Bend:<\/p>\n

The Lightning Thief: A Percy Jackson Musical in Quincy:<\/a> July 31st-August 2nd at Quincy Music Theatre. The musical follows Percy, a modern teenager who discovers he\u2019s the son of a Greek god. Times and prices vary. Last Laugh Comedy Series Finale in Quincy:<\/a> July 31st from 6:30-9:00 p.m. at Bwembya’s Market. The event brings local and regional comedians together for one last night of laughs.Tallahassee Farmers Market: <\/a>August 1st from 8:00 a.m.-Noon off Kerry Forest Pkwy. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, specialty beverages, jellies, jams, and pickled goods will be available. Downtown Market in Tallahassee: <\/a>August 1st from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Ponce De Leon Park. There will be dozens of local artists, craft vendors, and food trucks.Panacea Community Garden Farmers Market:<\/a> August 1st from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m off Coastal Highway\/7Clark Drive. There will be local vendors, fresh produce, baked goods, and more. 2026 Fall Seed Library Kickoff<\/a>: Aug. 1st from 10:00 a.m. \u2013 Noon. Pick up a variety of seeds, participate in educational activities, and learn how to create a successful home garden. Activities include hands-on seeding, information about vegetable gardening techniques and sustainable gardening practices, a healthy cooking demonstration, and an Ask-a-Master-Gardener booth.Nathan Ackerman Unplugged:<\/a> August 1st from 7:00-10:00 p.m. at Oyster City Brewing Company. Admission is free.
\n South Georgia:<\/p>\n

Dasher Family Fun Center & Market Grand Opening in Valdosta:<\/a> August 1st & 2nd from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. off S Patterson St. There will be a petting zoo, country market, food trucks, face painting, and more. Pines Makers Market in Thomasville:<\/a>\u00a0August 1st from 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. off Smith Ave. There will be several vendors offering handmade goods, fresh baked treats, homegrown items, and more. The market will be open until 2:00 p.m., the store will be open until 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

*** There are several Back-to-School events also happening this weekend. Find those details here. <\/a><\/p>\n

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