FSU School of Theatre

http://www.theatre.fsu.edu/pages/season/eventcal.html

It seems so obvious, yet I think it's probably often overlooked or bypassed by students. Check out the calendar and support the School of Theatre!

Tallahassee Little Theatre

http://www.tallahasseelittletheatre.org/

A small venue hidden on the side of Thomasville Road, the Tallahassee Little Theatre produces anything but little plays. Although the size is true to the name, the set design is wonderful, the atmosphere is friendly and the acting is certainly above average. I would highly recommend seeing something at this theatre during your time in Tallahassee.

Alfred B. Maclay State Park & Gardens

http://www.floridastateparks.org/maclaygardens/

Although I've never been to the recreational area of the park, I have visited the gardens and they are spectacular. During the winter, they look a bit shabby and udergroomed, but they are large and filled with a variety of gorgeous plants, winding brick trails and relaxing stopping points with chairs and benches. This is a popular spot for photography, but is great for gathering with friends, doing homework or just relaxing.

Some of the scenery at the Gardens: 1 2 3 4

Challenger Learning Center - IMAX & Planetarium

http://www.challengertlh.com/imax.aspx
http://www.challengertlh.com/planetarium.aspx

Yes, this is a learning center designed to teach children about science, but it also happens to house the only IMAX theater in the Tallahassee area as well as a good old-fashioned planetarium which offers shows like Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon in addition to the usual starry night stuff. It's only $4.50 for students and $5 for adults, which is about half the price of a movie and a lot more unique. Check out the full schedule and price list at the website.

FSU College of Music

http://music.fsu.edu/pr/performance-dates.htm

Music students perform at recitals. Recitals are free. They may be students and prone to mistakes, but it's still free classical music.

The FSU College of Music calendar lists all recitals as well as full performances of the University Symphony Orchestra and other ensembles, such as jazz and winds – most (if not all) of which are free for FSU students and cheap for the general public.

Student Life Cinema

http://movies.fsu.edu/home/

FSU's movie theater is cheap and has a great lineup of movies, ranging from pre-releases to old classics to just plain wacky. This is free for FSU students with ID and only $4 for everyone else - a lot cheaper than most theaters.