Shopping in the Middle of It All

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Whether you’re shopping for school supplies, everyday essentials, or one-of-a-kind gifts, Gainesville and Alachua County offer welcoming shopping experiences across local boutiques, artisan studios, specialty stores, and walkable town centers. It’s a great time to support small businesses while checking off your list.

Find shopping districts below and explore a comprehensive list of area shops at visitgainesville.com/shopping.

While you are out and about, make time for festive events and experiences that will create lasting memories—visit the holiday events page for a full list of seasonal happenings.

Butler Town Center as the sun sets

Butler Enterprises offers shopping, dining, and entertainment in Gainesville, Florida. With over 150 stores and restaurants and spanning 2 million square feet, Butler is the largest retail center in North Central Florida. Find national brands like Best Buy, Anthropologie, REI Co-op, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Chang’s, and Whole Foods alongside locally owned stores including Allie Allure Boutique, Agapanthus, Falafel King, The Village Jeweler and more. View a map and directory at shopatbutler.com

the promenade sign and water feature at celebration pointe

Celebration Pointe

Relax, shop, dine and celebrate life’s memorable moments. Celebration Pointe features entertainment at Regal Celebration Pointe 10 and RPX theatre, Dave and Buster’s, live music on the promenade stage, accommodations at Hotel Indigo and Hom Hotel and Suites, shopping at Bass Pro Shops, Nike Factory Store, Palmetto Moon, and dining at Spurrier’s Gridiron Grille, Hana Sushi, Prime and Pearl, MidiCi The Neapolitan Pizza Company and more. Browse shops, restaurants and see upcoming events at celebrationpointe.com

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Find over 100 of your favorite brands under one roof. Browse fashion and gifts at JC Penney, Zales, H&M, Dillard’s and Express to name a few. Dine at casual stops or sit-down restaurants including Buffalo Wild Wings, Mi Apá Latin Café, First Watch and more. Preview sales and upcoming events at theoaksmall.com

tioga town center

Tioga Town Center is a walkable upscale destination combining street-side parking, shopping, dining and an outdoor stage for live music and events. Grab a bite at Cilantro Tacos, Dave’s New York Deli, Blue Highway, Local Provisions, Tinker Latin Food and Big Island Bowls. Raise a glass at World of Beer or Fluid Lounge. Shop at Down to Earth Boutique and Lang Jewelers. View upcoming events and browse stores and restaurants at tiogatowncenter.com

shopped at thornebrook

Stroll through a park-like setting and find handmade treats at Thornebrook Chocolates, sustainable homegoods at Life Unplastic, musical instruments at Hoggtowne Music, and more at local boutiques. View a directory and upcoming events at shoppesatthornebrook.com

main street alachua

Visit antique shops and boutiques for one-of-a-kind gifts in the charming, picturesque towns of Alachua, High Springs, Micanopy, Newberry, Waldo and more. Micanopy is the oldest inland town in Florida and features a walkable collection of fine art, jewelry, and more. Stroll down the winding Main Street Alachua and view historic Victorian homes next to tea shops, restaurants and boutiques. High Springs is the gateway to the world-renowned freshwater springs with a variety of restaurants, antique stores, adventure outfitters, boutiques and a craft brewery. Discover antiques and collectibles at Waldo’s Antique Village.


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