Tallahassee Downtown Announces the Return of the Downtown GetDowns

September 20, 2024

The Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority is thrilled to announce the return of the Downtown GetDowns in fall 2024. Beginning in the late 1990s, the Downtown GetDowns were a key part of the annual event calendar in downtown for over 20 years and attracted thousands of attendees from across the community. The events were canceled following the 2018 series due to budget limitations and construction along Adams Street which significantly reduced the physical footprint of the events. After five years, the series is coming back due to popular demand and is expected to be stronger than ever. 

The series will return for a limited season in 2024 with events scheduled for two dates: September 20th and October 4th. The events take place on the Adams Street Commons at the corner of Adams Street and College Avenue from 6:00-10:00PM. The series is free to the public and will include live music from local band Revival, the Fun 4 Tally Kids Zone, performances by community dance groups, and numerous food and craft vendors. Downtown GetDown series brings together the best local food vendors, favorite local musicians, and activities for kids of all ages.

According to Elias Mathes, CEO of the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority, "The Downtown GetDowns were incredibly popular events that had a tremendously positive impact on Downtown. When I meet with Downtown businesses and residents the question that I hear most frequently is 'can we bring back the GetDowns?' I am very pleased to announce that we are reviving these historic community events and I am thankful that we have so many partners from around the community helping us do it."

The Downtown GetDowns are made possible by the generous support of Tri-Eagle Sales and other local sponsors. Anyone interested in sponsor or vendor opportunities at the events should contact the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority for more information: elias.mathes@talgov.com