Frank Douglas and his band, The Fried Turkeys, performing at Music Under the Oaks in 2025. Photo Credit: DIA

Free Live Music * Food Trucks * Art Vendors *

Lewis Park | Downtown Tallahassee

Join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from April to July 2026 for free concerts under the shade of the oak trees at the beautiful Lewis Park, located at 311-317 E Park Ave. This series will present eight free, family-friendly concerts to the public this Spring and Summer. The series will feature a diverse lineup of high-caliber talent spanning genres from folk, country, jazz & funk to surf rock & R&B.

So, grab your family, friends, and neighbors and get ready to experience the power of free, live music to bring our community together! Post your concert series pictures on social media with the hashtag #MusicMoves to automatically enter Music Under the Oaks
for the chance to win $5K from the Levitt Foundation.
#MusicMoves

Artist Info

Angela Autumn

When: Thursday, April 9 @ 7 PM

Angela Autumn is an Appalachian-born folk and country singer-songwriter and banjo player now based in Nashville, Tennessee, whose music draws deeply from her rural upbringing and personal storytelling. She blends traditional folk, Americana, and dark country influences into a sound that’s earned her the nickname “Rose of Appalachia,” especially after her music videos reached millions online. Angela has released several albums and tours widely across the U.S., performing at clubs and festivals from Austin and Boise to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and beyond.

BlackCat Zydecco

When: Thursday, April 23 @ 7 PM

BlackCat Zydeco is a high-energy zydeco band led by accordionist Dwight “The Black Cat” Carrier, deeply rooted in Louisiana’s Cajun and Creole musical traditions and infused with blues, country, and R&B influences. Carrier grew up playing zydeco and has toured nationally and internationally, sharing stages with fellow zydeco greats and bringing upbeat, dance-ready music to festivals and clubs. The band performs across the U.S. at festivals, dance halls, and special events, blending traditional Creole rhythms with party-ready grooves that celebrate Louisiana roots music.

Paul McDonald & the Mourning Doves

When: Thursday, May 14 @ 7 PM

Paul McDonald is an American singer-songwriter from Alabama, now based in Nashville, known for his rich, raspy voice and roots-infused songwriting that blends Americana, rock, gospel-tinged energy, and poetic storytelling. After early national exposure on American Idol and years fronting bands like Hightide Blues and The Grand Magnolias, he formed The Mourning Doves to craft a more organic, collaborative sound with his live band. Together they write and perform original songs that feel both timeless and deeply personal, and they tour regularly across the U.S. at festivals, clubs, and intimate venues while building a passionate following for their heartfelt performances.

The Lee Boys

When: Thursday, May 28 @ 7 PM

UPDATE: Unfortunately, due to the rain coming in this afternoon, for the safety of everyone in attendance and the performers, tonight’s Music Under the Oaks with The Lee Boys has been canceled. We hope to have The Lee Boys back for Music Under The Oaks next year and look forward to meeting everyone on June 11 for music by T. Hardy Morris!

The Lee Boys are a dynamic funk and gospel ensemble from Miami, Florida, known for performing in the sacred steel tradition — a style that blends gospel roots with rock, blues, funk, jazz, and R&B, centered around pedal and lap steel guitars. Founded in 2001 by Alvin Lee and family members, the band brings joyful, spiritually charged music from its church origins to audiences worldwide, delivering energetic performances that inspire dancing as much as reverence. Over the years they’ve toured extensively across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and beyond, playing festivals, clubs, and concert stages while garnering acclaim for their electrifying grooves and deep roots in African American musical heritage.

T. Hardy Morris

When: Thursday, June 11 @ 7 PM

T. Hardy Morris is a Georgia-born singer-songwriter and guitarist rooted in the Athens, GA music scene, first gaining notice as the frontman of the psych-rock/grunge-tinged band Dead Confederate before branching into a rich solo career blending rock, Americana, indie, and introspective folk. His solo work — including albums like Audition Tapes, The Digital Age of Rome, and Artificial Tears — is noted for its raw songwriting, dreamy textures, and thoughtful lyrical depth. Morris tours nationally, performing both full band rock-focused shows and more intimate solo sets while drawing on decades of experience playing alongside acts such as Diamond Rugs and sharing stages with artists across the indie and roots scenes.

Boom Chick Ramblers

When: Thursday, June 25 @ 7 PM

The Boom Chick Ramblers are a lively Tallahassee-based band that blends early jazz, blues, and Americana into upbeat, dance-ready roots music featuring fiddle, harmonica, guitar, and tight harmonies. They’re known locally for bringing energetic, feel-good tunes to community events, dance halls, and outdoor music series around the Southeast, reviving classic American roots sounds with a modern spark.

Pharaohs of Funk

When: Thursday, July 9 @ 7 PM

Pharaohs of Funk is a vibrant traveling funk ensemble from Tallahassee, Florida, led by the dynamic horn veterans known as the Tallahassee Horns (Kirk Gavin and Aaron Watson). They blend funk, jazz, R&B, rock, and soulful vocals into high-energy performances that get people dancing and celebrating community at festivals, galas, and regional events throughout the Southeast. The band’s show emphasizes electrifying horns, groove-driven rhythms, and a joyful musical atmosphere that brings audiences together.

The Intoxicators!

When: Thursday, July 23 @ 7 PM

The Intoxicators! are a surf rock band founded in 2001 with roots in Tallahassee, Florida and Atlanta, Georgia, known for their energetic instrumental sound inspired by classic surf music, rockabilly, and vintage rock influences. Their music blends retro guitar tones, driving rhythms, and cinematic flair, helping establish them as one of the standout surf bands in the Southeastern United States. The band performs at festivals, clubs, and events across the US and internationally, continuing to build a loyal following among fans of instrumental rock and classic surf revival.

Food & Seating

The public is invited to bring their own snacks, beverages, blankets, and lawn chairs to the concerts, which will have an open lawn setting. On-site food and drink will also be available for purchase from some of Tallahassee’s favorite local food trucks.

Interested in being a Music Under The Oaks vendor? Contact the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority.

Are Dogs Allowed?

Yes, well behaved, kid-friendly dogs on leashes are allowed in the park & at the concert.

Accessibility

The sidewalks surrounding Lewis Park are wheelchair accessible, while the event itself will take place on the grass.

Registration

To register for each event on Eventbrite, click on “Check Availability”. From there, select the date of the concert you wish to attend. After that, you’ll select the time (7:00 – 9:00). You’ll then be able to RSVP and add any add-ons. Lastly, you’ll finalize your registration by clicking “Register” & voila!

Parking

Street Parking in the downtown area, including on Park Ave, is free after 6 PM. Parking is also available in the Kleman Plaza Garage at 306 S Duval Street and the Calhoun Eastside Parking Garage at 215 S. Calhoun Street.

More parking information can be found at: https://www.tlhdowntown.com/parking

Series Partners

Brought to you by the Council on Culture & Arts (COCA) and the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority (DIA), this series is supported in part by the Levitt Family Foundation, a social impact funder at the intersection of music, public space, and community building. Supporting nonprofits nationwide, the Levitt AMP program invigorates underused public spaces with free, outdoor concerts across the country.

In 2025, the Council on Culture and Arts was named one of 65+ nonprofits across America to receive a multi-year Levitt Music Series grant from the Levitt Family Foundation to present free outdoor concerts in 2026, 2027, and 2028. Learn more about Levitt Music Series grants at levitt.org.

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The Council on Culture & Arts (COCA), is the local arts agency that serves as the facilitator and voice for the arts and cultural industry in Florida’s capital region. Impacting tourism and economic development, COCA provides a wide array of programs and services that promote, market, educate, fund, and advocate for arts and culture that benefits residents and visitors alike.

The Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority (TDIA) was created by an act of the Florida Legislature in 1971. This act created a special assessment district to assist property owners, businesses, and individuals in the promotion of downtown as a hub for development, business, hospitality, government, art, and culture.

Levitt AMP Tallahassee: Music Under The Oaks is supported in part by the Levitt Family Foundation, which partners with changemakers and nonprofits to strengthen the social fabric of communities in America through free, live music in outdoor public spaces. Presenting high-caliber talent and a broad array of music genres and cultural programming, Levitt concerts are welcoming, inclusive destinations where people of all ages and backgrounds come together. In 2026, the Levitt Family Foundation is supporting over 900 free concerts in 90+ towns and cities across the country, bringing joy to over a million people. In addition to supporting free concerts, the Foundation is dedicated to advancing vibrant music ecosystems through partnerships, field-building initiatives, and research.

“The Levitt AMP Tallahassee Music Series will bring the joy of free, live music to Lewis Park in the heart of downtown, creating a welcoming space for gathering and connection under the canopy of century-old, beautiful oaks,” said Sharon Yazowski, President & CEO of the Levitt Family Foundation.

“Featuring talented local musicians and regional artists of all genres, the concert series will create a new vibrancy in this beloved, yet underused, greenspace—celebrating Tallahassee’s cultural spirit, supporting local businesses, and building community through music.”

Latin jazz band, Tocamos Mas, performing in Lewis Park in 2025 for a Jazz in the Park event.

Music Under the Oaks 2026 Season Flyer

Photo: Headshot of Sharon Yazowski, President & CEO of the Levitt Family Foundation