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Unpeel the Adventure! The wonderfully bizarre athletic event is about to drop: the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour. We've got the scoop on where the Savannah Bananas are swinging next. But before we dive into the yellow phenomenon, a quick heads-up: it's time to start planning for Thanksgiving (or maybe you’ve beaten us to it?). We know, we know—one minute you're enjoying Halloween candy, the next you're arguing about the appropriate ratio of sweet potatoes. Whether you're planning a feast or a friendsgiving, we've got a few restaurants that are open, open for pre-orders and take-outs, that won't require a four-hour commitment to a dry turkey. 🦃🍌
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Sports: Banana Ball Tour in Tallahassee
TLH Eats: Thanksgiving | Restaurants
Featured: Focus Blocks | Member Testimonial
Event Highlight: COCA Festival
SPORTS
BANANA BALL TOUR
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🍌 The Bananas Are Coming! Tallahassee Kicks Off 2026 World Tour. | Seminoles
The Savannah Bananas are bringing their fastest and most entertaining game of Banana Ball to Tallahassee. The first games of the Bananas' 2026 World Tour will be played in Dick Howser Stadium on February 26th and February 27th before the weekend's grand finale, a February 28th game inside the newly renovated Doak Campbell Stadium.
World Tour Facts: 183 shows, 75 stadiums, 71 cities, 45 states, 14 MLB stadiums, 10 football stadiums, and 3.2M fans. | Jesse Cole via LI
"I'm extremely excited that the Savannah Bananas are coming to Tallahassee," Florida State VP and Director of Athletics Michael Alford said. "This is significant because it will be the first non-football event in the refurbished Doak Campbell Stadium, putting one of America's top entertainment brands into one of the nation's most famous venues, but also bringing an elite product into Dick Howser Stadium, which has provided a platform for some of the best players and teams in college baseball history. We're thrilled to be chosen as the site of the Bananas' season opener and excited to bring a family-friendly event to Florida State and Tallahassee."
Sadly, the ticket window for these games has closed. Tickets were allocated through their ticket lottery, which ran until Oct. 31, 2025 only. Fans who registered for the lottery will be notified via email if they are selected to purchase tickets. If you missed the deadline, you can still visit their ticket information on future tours and sign up for the general mailing list so you don't miss the next opportunity!
TLH EATS
A SEASON OF THANKS
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🦃🫂 The Art of the Stress-Free Tally Thanksgiving | Tallahassee Foodies
Thanksgiving’s right around the corner, and Tallahassee’s gearing up for it. Everyone has their own way of celebrating—some book a fancy table for a stress-free feast, others grab takeout so they can have it at home. Then there are the deal hunters hitting local shops for their DIY dinners, and of course, the ones spending the day giving back through community events and volunteer work.
Restaurants Open and for Take-Out
The Edison Restaurant: Offers upscale regional fare and a special Thanksgiving (TG) buffet with roasted turkey, glazed ham, and more. Ideal for those wanting to outsource the entire feast and enjoy it in-house rather than take-out.
Coosh’s Bayou Rouge: Offers a fun twist on holiday meals; one of its specials is a “Thanksgiving Cookie Kit” for take-out.
Big D BBQ: Open on TG from 11 AM to 2 PM, serving smoked turkeys, hams, boston butt, homemade sides: dressing, green beans, mac & cheese.
Glory Days Grill: Showcasing a gobbler plate, or a pre-order option for a family of 4 for $79 or 8 for $139!
Right on ‘Que: Want a leg up on your TG prep? They can help you out with their seasoned and brined turkey in your choice of smoked or fried–order by Nov. 22nd.
Social Kitchen: TG pre-orders available at Kerry Forrest: meals for 8, ham, sides, desserts, breakfast, and grazing boards.
The Fe-Nomenal Cooking Experience: Smoked turkey, sides, and desserts ready for pick-up–order by Nov. 20th.
Willie Jewell’s Old School Bar-B-Que: Offering whole smoked turkeys and all the fixin’s, now available for TG pre-order in your very own home.
Casa Tapas & Cantina: Celebrate TG with a cozy brunch on Nov. 23th, 10 AM to 3 PM–all-you-can-eat holiday classics and unlimited mimosas.
Zomad Bakeries: Treat your pets this TG! Holiday platters for large, extra-large, or 2 to 3 small/medium dogs. Order by Nov. 18th for pick-up on Nov. 25th.
Info above may change, so please confirm all the details when planning. Enjoy your Thanksgiving! 💖
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FUN EVENTS
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FSU Little Dinner Series | 6:30 PM | Dedman College of Hospitality, 228 Champions Way University Center B - 5th floor | Tickets: $90
Tuesday, Nov. 18 | Moana Hōkū: The Wayfinder's Feast
Thursday, Nov. 20 | Viking Victory Feast
Tuesday, Dec. 2 | Louis Armstrong: Beignets to the Big Apple
Thursday, Dec. 4 | Deutscher Ferienmarkt
Every Wednesday
Wing Wednesday by Deep Brewing Co. Brewery & Kitchen | Every Wednesday | 12 PM | 2855 Pablo Ave. | Learn More
Choose your wing style: Smoked, Naked Fried, Breaded, or Grilled. Each order comes with your choice of one toss seasoning or toss sauce.
Friday, Nov. 14
Saturday, Nov. 15
In the Chateau World Premiere by New School Productions | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 6 PM | Lee Hall, 1601 S. Martin Luther King Junior Blvd. | Free
Sunday, Nov. 16
TLH Healing Arts Festival | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 12 PM | Amicus Brewing Ventures, 404 E. Gaines St. | Free Register | Learn More
Tuesday, Nov. 18
Featured Event: Council on Culture and Arts Festival | Tuesday, Nov. 18 | 6 PM | Carriage House - Goodwood Museum & Gardens, 1600 Miccosukee Rd. | Free
Thursday, Nov. 20
Winterfall 2025: A Night of Giving by ECHO | Thursday, Nov. 20 | 6 PM | Magical Esposito Garden Center, 2743 Capital Circle NE | Donation: $125 Learn More
Saturday, Nov. 22
FEAST "The Longest Table" by Old West Enrichment Center | Saturday, Nov. 22 | 11 AM | 2344 Lake Bradford Rd. | Free
Sunday, Nov. 23
Turkey Trot Festival | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 1:30 PM | Goodwood Museum & Gardens | Learn More
Thursday, Nov. 27
The 2025 Tallahassee Turkey Trot | Thursday, Nov. 27 | 8 AM and 8:30 AM | 4055 Esplanade Way | Register | Learn More
The Turkey Gobbler 1 Mile Race | 8 AM
The Turkey Trot 5K (3.1 mi), The Turkey Trot 10K (6.2 mi), The Turkey Trot 15K (9.3 mi) | 8:30 AM
Participants may pick up their race number and shirt (if purchased) at the Turkey Trot Festival or from Nov. 24 to 26 at Premier Health & Fitness Center (Mon to Tue: 11 AM to 6 PM; Wed: 11 AM to 5 PM). Limited registration and pickup will also be available race morning near the flagpole.
Sunday, Nov. 30
Randy's Cheeseburger Picnic (Trailer Park Boys) by The Diamond Mine Agency | Sunday, Nov. 30 | 8 PM | House Of Music Tallahassee, 2011 S. Monroe St. | $37.34 Tickets
Friday, Dec. 5
Juice & Jam Community Block Party – Karaoke Night by Juice Bar Miami | Friday, Dec. 5 | 6 PM | 1102 S. Adams St. | Learn More
Saturday, Dec. 6
The 39th Annual Winter Festival | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 3 PM | Downtown Tallahassee | Learn More | FB
2nd Annual Sycamore Assembly Historical Costume Ball | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 6 PM | Goodwood Museum & Gardens | $60 to $81.88 Tickets | Learn More
Saturday to Sunday, Dec. 6 to 7
Market Days by Tallahassee Museum | Saturday to Sunday, Dec. 6 to 7 | 10 AM | 3945 Museum Dr. | $0 to $10 Tickets | Learn More
Wednesday, Dec. 10
Chelcie Lynn: Trailer Trash Tammy The Loose Lips Tour | Wednesday, Dec. 10 | 7:30 PM | The Moon, 1105 E. Lafayette St. | From $46 Tickets | Learn More
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