{"slides":[{"media_title":"Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live\u2122 Glow-N-Fire","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Get ready for more heat and action as Hot Wheels brings the ultimate monster truck show, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow-N-Fire to fans at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center on April 11-12, 2026! Fans of all ages will experience the thrill of watching their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks! \n\nHot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ is thrilled to continue the momentum into 2026 by introducing an all-new truck to the tour: Rhinomite — the dynamite Rhino-themed truck. Charging horn-first into challenges, Rhinomite explodes on the scene with a mission to destroy the competition. This exciting new experience will feature never-before-seen stunts performed by the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, as well as the all-new No-Handed Front Flip performed by the FMX riders! \n\nThe popular family entertainment tour brings audiences the opportunity to watch their favorite to life, including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, HW 5-Alarm™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, Skelesaurus™, and also includes FMX riders performing high-flying stunts and a fire-breathing, car-crushing robot dinosaur. Special kids pricing is available for all shows, providing a BIG value for the whole family! \n\n \n\nHot Wheels fans also have the chance to participate in the Pre-Show Party, held two and a half hours prior to every performance. This unique experience provides fans access to the arena floor where they can get up close and see the outrageous designs and epic size of the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks along with autograph signings from their favorite drivers and performers. Each Pre-Show Party ticket includes an autograph card, exclusive to Pre-Show Party attendees. Passes will be available to purchase while supplies last.\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/HWMTL26_KeyArt_Rhinomite_1000x490-e3b804d67c.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/events\/detail\/hot-wheels-monster-trucks-live","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 11 - 12<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/HWMTL26_KeyArt_Rhinomite_490x490-7c36e2efce.jpg","category":{"name":"Other","id":"0"}},{"media_title":"Katt Williams: The Golden Age Tour","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Following successful sold-out performances in 2025, critically acclaimed \ncomedian Katt Williams announces The Golden Age Tour. Featuring all-new material, the tour will showcase Williams’ trademark storytelling, provocative humor and commanding stage presence, further cementing his reputation as one of \nthe most electrifying forces in stand-up comedy today. The Golden Age Tour will bring Williams to more than 25 cities across North America, including Donald L. Tucker Civic Center in Tallahassee on April 17.\n\nWith a career spanning over 20 years, Katt Williams has earned a worldwide reputation as one of today's top entertainers, having developed a career seeded with thousands of sold-out arenas, an expansive list of starring roles on the small screen and memorable performances in major box office hits. Since performing his first stand-up show as a teenager, Williams took the comedy world by storm. He quickly developed a unique style of stand-up that combines articulate and sharp dialogue rooted in conversations reflecting the American political landscape. By 1999, he had cultivated a loyal fan base and was performing on some of the most \nnotable comedy stages across the nation. \n \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/Katt-Williams_The-Golden-Age_Concept_Tallahassee_1000x490-ec41d3d2b3.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/events\/detail\/katt-williams-the-golden-age-tour","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 17<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"7:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/Katt-Williams_The-Golden-Age_Concept_Tallahassee_1080x1080-16408d4c2f.jpg","category":{"name":"Other","id":"0"}},{"media_title":"Crime Solvers Music Festival feat. Jamal Roberts","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Mark your calendars for April 26! We are thrilled to invite you to the Crime Solvers Music Festival featuring American Idol winner Jamal Roberts is an event where world-class entertainment meets a life-changing mission.\n\nWhile the music will be incredible, this day is about more than just a great show. It’s about the vital role Big Bend Crime Solvers (BBCS) plays in our community. As a uniquely positioned force for both crime prevention and reduction, we exist solely to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the citizens we serve.\n\nOur goal is simple: to harness the power of music to deliver a message of hope and unity. Through our proven anonymous reporting system, we reward civic duty and make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.\n\nAbout Jamal Roberts\n\nRoberts is the powerhouse winner of 2025 American Idol.  Jamal received 26 million votes, the highest in ABC's history.  Since his historic win, he also has received his first nomination for the 2026 Grammy Awards.  Jamal will provide a soul-stirring performance to close out the festival. \n\nAbout Dee-1\n\nThe acclaimed positive rapper, Dee-1, is known for his focus on financial literacy and social responsibility. Having him is a brilliant way to bridge the gap between pure entertainment and a meaningful message for Gen Y and Z.  As you know, community safety and youth\/young adult engagement has never been more critical.\n\nAbout Samara\n\nSamara is a rising pop star whose powerful voice and bold style have already captured major industry attention. Recently signed to Forecast Music Group, an affiliate of Sony Orchard and Sony Music.  \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/FSU-WEB-EVENT-25f49311e6.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/events\/detail\/crime-solvers-music-festival-feat-jamal-roberts","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 26<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"4:30pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/FSU-WEB-CALENDAR-63e3c49600.jpg","category":{"name":"Other","id":"0"}},{"media_title":"The Thorn","media_tagline":"","event_body":"The Thorn tells the epic story of God's love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity. The story of Christ is presented in an immersive show with music, drama, aerial acts, movement arts, modern dance, and special effects. Witnessed live by more than 1 million people over 25 years, The Thorn will engage audiences in the definitive story of love, sacrifice and redemption like never before.\n\n \n\nWarning: The show includes flashing lights, strobe lights, fog\/haze, and loud music. \n\nThe content of the show is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.\n\n \n\nA note for our guests seated in the first three rows of the orchestra: you may experience a bit of theatrical magic—including dramatic stage fog—and a unique perspective that may limit your view of the performers’ lower half. You might also find yourself looking up to take in the full spectacle unfolding on stage!\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/Thorn_Web-Event-0f71adbbed.png","media_link":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/events\/detail\/the-thorn","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 28<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"7:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/TheThorn_TALFL_1080x1080-26e18e2320.jpg","category":{"name":"Other","id":"0"}},{"media_title":"Chicago ","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Multi-Grammy award winning band and Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame inductees \nChicago will be performing in Tallahassee at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center on May 14, 2026.\n\nHailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era,” the legendary rock and roll band with horns, Chicago, came in as the highest-charting American band in Billboard magazine’s Top 125 Artists of All Time. Chicago is the first American rock band to chart top 40 albums in six consecutive decades.\n\nChicago's debut album Chicago Transit Authority was inducted into The National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2025. The Registry archives audio treasures worthy of preservation for all time based on their cultural, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage.\n\nChicago’s lifetime achievements include two Grammy Awards, two American Music Awards, Founding Artists of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a Chicago street dedicated in their honor, and keys to and proclamations from an impressive list of U.S. cities. Record sales top the 100,000,000 mark, and include 21 top 10 singles, five consecutive No. 1 albums, 11 No. 1 singles and five gold singles. An incredible 25 of their 38 albums have been certified platinum, and the band has a total of 48 gold and platinum awards.\n\nFrom the signature sound of the Chicago horns, their iconic vocalists, and a few dozen of ever-classic songs, this band’s concerts are celebrations. 2025 marks the band’s 58th consecutive year of touring!\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/Chicago_2026_1000x490-bc5fcc1ff1.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/events\/detail\/chicago-1","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"May<\/span> 14<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"7:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/Chicago_2026_490x490-c45063ae01.jpg","category":{"name":"Other","id":"0"}},{"media_title":"Tallahassee Home Show","media_tagline":"","event_body":"At the Home Show, our goal is simple: to inspire, motivate and excite you for your upcoming home improvement - whether it's a minor renovation or a major remodel.  \n\nOur events feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. After meeting with and comparing our expert exhibitors, we know you'll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence. More importantly, we want you to be excited for all the fantastic possibilities that come with your project! \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/Website-Event-23fccba4c1.png","media_link":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/events\/detail\/tallahassee-home-show-1","ticket_link":"","event_date":"May<\/span> 16 - 17<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/Website-Calendar-dc871343ff.png","category":{"name":"Other","id":"0"}},{"media_title":"\"Weird Al\" Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2026 Tour","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Weird Al brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show back to the concert stage with the BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as some never-performed-live-before fan favorites. Al’s long-time band is joined by four additional players to create a super-sized concert experience.\n\n“Weird Al” Yankovic is the biggest-selling comedy recording artist in history. A 5-time Grammy Award winner, he is best known for his parodies of the biggest musical artists over the last 4 decades, including Madonna, Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, Queen, U2 and Lady Gaga, all with their personal blessings. His many hits include “Amish Paradise,” “Eat It,” “Like a Surgeon,” “Smells Like Nirvana,” “Word Crimes,” and the platinum-selling “White & Nerdy.” His last album Mandatory Fun is the only comedy album in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard Top 200. Yankovic’s live shows have entertained audiences across the globe for generations, including appearances at such iconic venues as Radio City Music Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, Red Rocks, Carnegie Hall, Wolf Trap, The Kennedy Center and Madison Square Garden. In 2022, Yankovic produced and co-wrote the Emmy-winning biopic WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, starring Daniel Radcliffe in the title role.\n\nVIP Meet & Greet and Backstage Tour Packages are available for this show. Click here for more information on VIP packages.\n\nSpecial Guest: PUDDLES PITY PARTY\n\nPuddles Pity Party, the 7-foot sad clown whose golden voice is “comparable to any Grammy winner” (Los Angeles Times), has amassed over 900K YouTube subscribers and performed sold out shows around the globe including San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts, London’s Soho Theatre and a residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He has performed on stage with such legends as Eric Idle, Nick Offerman, Jack Black, Maynard James Keenan and Primus. Puddles’ one-of-a-kind “textured voice laced with melancholy” (NY Times) has been hailed as “operatic” (Boston Globe) and his show both “life-affirming” (Herald Scotland) and “hysterically funny” (LA Weekly).\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/WeirdAl_1000x490-967a7187e9.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/events\/detail\/weird-al-yankovic","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Sep<\/span> 30<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"7:30pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.tuckerciviccenter.com\/assets\/img\/WeirdAl_490x490-b2fc9ef32b.jpg","category":{"name":"Other","id":"0"}}]}