Make this Fourth of July weekend an absolute blast with the Big Bend Freedom Fest.
Tallahassee will be the epicenter of Independence Day enjoyment with three days worth of
arts, BBQ, bands, big bangs and much more. The celebration kicks off Friday night July 2nd
and ends July 4th with an amazing fireworks display in Tom Brown Park. To make the 4th
even more spectacular, there are special deals and offers from attractions, hotels and
restaurants all over Tallahassee. See below for details.

Friday, July 2nd

The Council on Culture and Arts' First Friday Summer Sampler

Experience a different kind of fireworks this Fourth of July weekend. The arts can light you up like a Roman candle, so come spend a festive Friday evening, from 6 to 9 pm, visiting some of Tallahassee's fabulous galleries and shops in Railroad Square. South of Soho, Bali-HI Trading Company, Star Seas Cafe, 621 Gallery, Other Side Vintage, Really Knit Stuff and Yrabedra Studio will welcome visitors with engaging arts, crafts and music.

Sponsored by The Council on Culture and Arts'. Visit www.firstfridaytallahassee.com for more information.

 

Capital City Bank Downtown Getdown

Kick off the Big Bend Freedom Fest weekend at the Capital City Bank Downtown Getdown from 6 to 10 pm at the Adams Street Commons. Come decked out in red, white and blue for the Getdown's Salute to the Military presented by United Way of the Big Bend. Military exhibits include a Vietnam era UH-1 B "Heuy" helicopter hands-on history experience. Enjoy live music, plenty of fun for the kids and of course, delicious food.

Sponsored by Capital City Bank. For more information visit www.uwbb.org or call 850.487.8087.

 
 

Live Music on the Downtown Getdown Main Stage featuring The River

Performing in front of audiences totaling more than one million people, The River, originally out of Valdosta, GA, has created a unique blend of country, pop, and rock guaranteed to entertain audiences of all ages and influences with a good time, fun, high energy performance.

 

Saturday, July 3rd

Big Bend Blues and BBQ

Satisfy your appetite for great music and down-home cuisine at Kleman Plaza in Tallahassee from 11 am until 10 pm. All kinds of BBQ will be served up starting at 11 am, with a judging contest at 6 pm. Come join in the fun -- for only $10 you can taste until your heart's content. Then settle in for some dynamite blues music beginning at 3 pm. It's a full day of food and festivities.

Sponsored by Harry's Seafood Bar & Grill.

 

Sunday, July 4th

Celebrate America Concert and Fireworks

It all leads up to this. The City of Tallahassee presents Celebrate America Concert and Fireworks, July 4th at Tom Brown Park starting at 3:50 pm. There's tons of activities including a naturalization ceremony, arts and crafts, food galore, pony rides and water slides. The main stage will feature live music all day long. Once the sun goes down, the fireworks light up the night starting at 9:45 pm.

Sponsored by the City of Tallahassee. For more information go to www.talgov.com.

 

Accomodations

Aloft Tallahassee Downtown

Mention "Visit Tallahassee" and receive an $79.00 room rate with 1 complimentary drink coupon per person (up to two per room) at Wxyz lounge. And pets sleep for free! Applies to published rates and not to be used in conjunction with any special rates or any other discounts.

 

Valid July 2 - July 4, 2010.
www.alofttallahassee.com
850.513.0313

Cabot Lodge

$79 per room, per night includes breakfast and cocktails. Ask for "Summer Sizzles" rate code when making reservations.

 

Valid July 2 - July 4, 2010.
www.cabotlodgethomasvilleroad.com
850.386.7500

Country Inn & Suites

1st night stay $99, 2nd night stay 50% off or 1 night $79 king or 2 queens, 2 nights $76 king or 2 queens.

 

Offer valid July 2 until July 5, 2010.
www.countryinns.com/hotels/fltallea
850.942.9955

Courtyard

$89 per night or $99 per night with breakfast and receive $20 VISA Gift Card.

 

Valid July 2-4, 2010.
www.courtyardtallahassee.com
850.222.8822

Doubletree Tallahassee

Rates starting at $79 with complimentary parking. AAA specials including breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children. Walk out our front door and be a part of the Capital City Bank Downtown Getdown on Friday, July 2, located just outside on Adams Street.

 

www.doubletree1.hilton.com
850.224.5000

Four Points by Sheraton

$65 room rate for kings or doubles July 2 Ð July 4, 2010.

 

www.fourpoints.com/tallahasseenorth
850.671.2020

Governors Inn

Includes complimentary cocktail hour and complimentary breakfast each day. Valid July 2-4, 2010.

 

www.thegovinn.com
850.681.6855

Hampton Inn & Suites/I-10 Thomasville Road

Receive 10% off regular rate. Breakfast included. Please contact Michelle Wilson at 850.320.9913 or michelle@hospitalityamerica.com. Valid until July 5, 2010.

 

www.hamptoninnandsuitestallahassee.com
850.574.4900

Hampton Inn Tallahassee Central

$79 rate special valid from July 2 - 4, 2010

 

www.hamptoninn.com
800. HAMPTON

Hilton Garden Inn

$79 room rate valid July 1 - July 5, 2010. Must call and ask for July promotion or book online with the code: JULY. Must book by June 25.

 

www.tallahassee.stayhgi.com
850.385.3553

Hilton Garden Inn Tallahassee Cental

Stay July 2nd or July 3rd for two nights and get the 3rd night free. BOGO BreakfastÑbuy 1 breakfast and get 2nd breakfast free. Dinner SpecialÑbuy 1 dinner and get 2nd dinner 50% off. Above specials valid July 2 - July 5, 2010.

 

www.tallahasseecentral.hgi.com
850.893.8300

Holiday Inn Capitol East

Stay 2 nights at $89 per night and get 3rd night free. Breakfast included up to 4 guests per double room. Valid July 2 - July 5, 2010. Not valid with any other discounts. Advance reservations required.

 

www.hicapitoleast.com
850.877.3171

Homewood Suites by Hilton

20% off the entire bill. Valid July 2 - July 4, 2010.

 

www.homewoodsuites.com
850.219.2135

Howard Johnson Express Inn

Stay 3 nights and get 1 night stay absolutely free. Not valid with any other promotions or discounts from July 2 - July 4, 2010.

 

http://www.the.hojo.com/tallahassee09896
850.386.5000

Hotel Duval

Buy 2 nights and get the 3rd night complimentary. Mention promotion code FTL or type in promotion code FTL online. Offer valid July 2 - July 4, 2010.

 

www.hotelduval.com
866.957.4001

Little English Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast

20% off a 2-night stay. Valid July 2 - July 4, 2010.

 

www.LittleEnglishGuesthouse.com
850.907.9777

Red Roof Inn

20% off discount off regular rates July 2 - July 4, 2010. Not valid with any other discounts. Code: Visit Tallahassee

 

www.redroof.com
850.385.7884800-RED-ROOF

Residence Inn

Residence Inn Universities @ the Capitol- Special Rate of $99 per night. Includes breakfast and $20 Target gift card. Valid July 2-4, 2010.

 

www.residenceinntallahassee.com
850.329.9080

Springhill Suites by Marriott

$74 per night at newest Marriott property in Tallahassee. Includes complimentary hot breakfast buffet, free hi-speed wireless internet, 24-hour fitness center and outdoor pool. Offer valid July 2 - July 4, 2010.

 

www.marriott.com/tlhse
850.325.1103

The Wingate by Wyndham Hotel

$68.99 Friday or Saturday night rate. 4th of July weekend only. Complimentary full hot breakfast buffet, indoor whirlpool spa, outdoor large pool & patio, 2 fitness centers, complimentary wireless internet. Ask for Mike in Special Sales. Offer valid 4th of July weekend only.

 

www.wingateinns.com
850.553.4400

 

Attractions/Activities

Challenger Learning Center

$1 off ticket to IMAX Theatre and/or Downtown Digital Dome. Offer good for up to 4 tickets. Offer good only July 2 - July 5, 2010. Must mention offer prior to ticket purchase to receive discount.

 

www.challengertlh.com
850.645-STAR

Kanvas

$10 off any 60-minute facial. $10 off any 60-minute massage. $10 off mani/pedi combo. Closed July 4th. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers. Must reference Visit Tallahassee promotion when making appointment. Valid July 2 - July 5, 2010.

 

www.kanvasbeauty.com
850.224.7467

Mission San Luis

Free admission for active military and their families. Free pack of Mission San Luis Postcards with paid admission to Mission San Luis on Friday, July 2 or Saturday, July 3, 2010.

 

www.missionsanluis.org
850.245.6406

Southwood Golf Club

2 for 1 greens fees after 11a from July 2 - July 4, 2010. Not valid with any other offer.

 

www.southwoodgolf.com
850.942.4653

Sunset Guided Walking Tours

20% entire bill for Sunset Guided Walking Tours in Downtown Tallahassee. $2 off regular ticket price of $12 per person or pre-formed groups of 4 or more people $3 off price of regular ticket price of $12 per person. Offer valid July 2 - July 5, 2010.

 

www.ToursinTallahassee.com
850.561.0317

Tallahassee Museum

Two for one admission. Free admission for active military personnel and their families (up to 5 people). 10% off purchases in the Museum Store and Trail Break Cafe. $10 off the purchase of a Family Membership or higher membership level. Valid July 2 - July 5, 2010.

 

www.tallahasseemuseum.org
850.575.8684

The Wilderness Way

$10 off any kayak rental. Offer valid July 1- 4, 2010.

 

www.thewildernessway.net
850.877.7200

 

Restaurants

Andrews Capital Bar and Grill and Andrews 228 Downtown

10% off food only on Saturday, July 3 and Sunday, July 4. Happy hour all day and night.

 

Saturday and Sunday.
www.andrewsdowntown.com
850.222-3444

Piggy's BBQ

Free Dessert Card with purchase.

 

www.Piggysbbq.com
850.668.2271

PoBoys Creole Cafe

$5 off any purchase over $20. Excludes alcohol. Before tax. Not valid with any other offers, specials or coupons. One per table.

 

Expiration July 5, 2010.
www.poboys.com
850.906.0020