Opening Nights at Florida State University

05/28/2026

Get an inside look at what’s ahead for members as Sarah Kelly, Associate Director of Development, shares a preview of the season and the experiences waiting for you.

You can become a member today and receive an invite to our 26-27 Season Announcement coming in June: https://openingnights.fsu.edu/give/membership/

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

05/18/2026

🎨 Meet the 2026 Arts Advocate Award Finalists! 🎨

We are thrilled to announce the six outstanding Leon County Schools educators nominated for the Opening Nights at Florida State University Arts Advocate Award. We received 49 nominations for 24 unique candidates, and narrowing it to six was difficult because we have incredible educators in our community!

Congratulations to our finalists and a BIG Thank you to Hummingbird Wine Bar for donating each of them a gift card in recognition of their dedication:

✨ Egda Claudio – Florida State University Schools - FSUS
✨ Anna Marie Friars – Lawton Chiles High School
✨ Scott Leaman – Lincoln High School
✨ Lea Marshall – Leon High School
✨ Eric Robles – Lincoln High School
✨ Stacy Weaver – Raa Middle School

These educators champion the arts as essential to learning, spark curiosity in their students, and ensure every child has access to meaningful artistic experiences.
Stay tuned! Next month, we will announce our 2026 Arts Advocate Award Winner!

05/08/2026

Last night, we had the opportunity to celebrate one of the most important parts of Opening Nights, our incredible volunteers.

From greeting patrons with a smile, to helping audiences find their seats, to making every performance feel welcoming and memorable, our volunteers help bring the magic of Opening Nights to life. Their generosity, passion, and dedication make a lasting impact on our patrons, artists, and community.

Thank you for the countless hours you give and the energy you bring to every event. We truly could not do this without you.

Interested in volunteering? Learn more at https://bit.ly/4fbFCJn

04/10/2026

🎤 Know Before You Go: Pete Holmes: The Pete Here Now Tour is TONIGHT!
Sponsored by Earl Bacon Agency!
Heading to The Moon to see Pete Holmes this evening? Here's everything you need to know before you arrive!
📅 Friday, April 10
📍 The Moon
🎟️ Some tickets still available: https://bit.ly/4dzouMY

🕕 Schedule:
6:00 PM – Lobby & Bar Open
6:30 PM – Doors & Box Office Open
7:30 PM – Performance Begins

See you tonight for a night of laughs! 😂🎶

04/10/2026

🎙️TONIGHT The genius behind some of your favorite comedy epics, Pete Holmes, will be delivering a once in a lifetime set as he gives the gift of the Pete Here Now Tour!

🗓️ April 10th | 7:30 PM | The Moon Tallahassee

🎟️ Get your tickets now https://bit.ly/4qrvYEq or call the Opening Nights Box Office at 850-644-7670.

Sponsored by the Earl Bacon Agency!

04/09/2026

🎶 Know Before You Go — A Band Called Honalee TONIGHT!
Heading to see A Band Called Honalee at Goodwood Museum and Gardens this evening? Here's everything you need to know before you arrive!
📅 Thursday, April 9
📍 Goodwood Museum and Gardens
🕕 Schedule:
6:00 PM – Bar & Food Trucks Open
6:30 PM – Ticket Office & Doors Open
7:30 PM – Performance Begins (90 minutes, no intermission)

🍕🍧 Food & Drinks:
Local food trucks Fired Up Pizza Truck and Big Easy Snowballs will be serving from 6–8 PM.
🍽️ Pre-Show Dining: Join us at Damas TLH for Opening Bites — a special happy hour with light bites and a full beer & wine list before the show. Reservations recommended!
🅿️ Parking Tips:
Enter through the main entrance off Miccosukee Road, just east of Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. Lots are gravel and uneven — flats or low-heeled shoes are recommended. Parking attendants will be on-site to help. Please do not park on the grass.
See you tonight! 🎵

04/09/2026

🎨 If you already thought your cheat day meal was good, you won't believe how Noah Verrier makes oil paints look delicious! As one of Opening Nights closing acts for the 2025-2026 year come see this amazing artist!

🗓️ Aptil 16th | 6:30 PM | Jim Moran Building

🎟️ Get your tickets at https://bit.ly/40spaMl or call the Opening Nights Box Office at 850-644-7670.

04/08/2026

We'd like to take a moment to thank our sponsor, Jim Lee & Gordon Bedwell, for our upcoming show A Band Called Honalee!

04/07/2026

It's time to get excited for our upcoming show A Band Called Honalee! Check out our amazing vendors who will be providing you with food, drinks, and vibes!