• “a river full of all my lost loved ones” at the Hippodrome Theatre

    a river full of all my lost loved ones (Opening Performance)
    The Hippodrome Theatre 25 Southeast 2nd Place, Gainesville, FL, United States

    See the opening performance of "a river full of all my lost loved ones," a public art project by artist Conrad Cheung on the front steps at the Hippodrome Theatre. The installation transforms the theater's six columns into 26-foot scenes created from more than 600 drawings by children in its...

    Free
  • Archer Farmers Market at the Historic Depot

    Archer Farmers Market at the Historic Depot
    Archer Depot 16994 SW 134th Ave., Archer, United States

    Browse the Archer Farmers Market and discover fresh produce, handmade goods, and local vendors every Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Set at a historic depot, this weekly market offers a welcoming space to support small businesses and connect with the community. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with unique finds...

    Free
  • Daft Cow Brewery – Bingo Night

    Daft Cow Brewery – Bingo Night
    Daft Cow Brewery 13800 Tech City Circle, Alachua, FL, United States

    Play bingo at Daft Cow Brewery in Alachua during a casual evening of friendly competition. Bring friends, grab a card and follow the numbers for opportunities to call bingo and win prizes throughout the night.

  • Old-Time Music at the Old Time Pickin’ Party

    Heartwood Soundstage 619 Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Gather on the porch at Heartwood Soundstage for an evening of traditional old-time music during the Old Time Pickin' Party, hosted by fiddler Annie Orlando. Musicians of all skill levels are invited to join the all-acoustic jam featuring fiddles, banjos, guitars, upright basses and other traditional instruments, while listeners are...

  • Build and Craft for 40 Years of Library Service

    Tower Road Library Branch 3020 SW 75 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Build a dream library with LEGO or Magna-Tiles during Libraries Build Togetherness, part of a celebration marking 40 years of library service. Teens and adults can also create celebratory paper flower bouquets using recycled book pages. The hands-on program combines building and crafting activities inspired by libraries while recognizing four...

    Free
  • WACKY Wednesdays

    WACKY Wednesdays
    Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street, Alachua, United States

    Enjoy Creative Play at the Alachua Branch Library for weekly kids’ activities including arts and crafts, LEGOs, MakerSpace projects, board and card games, and video games. Each week offers something new for children to explore, create, and play. The program encourages imagination, social interaction, and hands-on learning in a fun,...

    Free
  • Daft Cow Brewery – Trivia Night

    Daft Cow Brewery – Trivia Night
    Daft Cow Brewery 13800 Tech City Circle, Alachua, FL, United States

    Put your knowledge to the test during Trivia Night at Daft Cow Brewery in Alachua. Gather a team, settle in at the brewery and see how your group stacks up during an evening of friendly competition. It’s an easygoing way to spend time with friends while enjoying the atmosphere at...

  • Acoustic Music at Free Porch Sessions

    Acoustic Music at Free Porch Sessions
    Heartwood Soundstage 619 Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Relax with acoustic music during Free Porch Sessions at Heartwood Soundstage. Settle in on the deck for an outdoor evening of live performances, with seating provided and space for guests to bring lawn chairs. The free performance is open to all ages, and summer drink specials are available from the...

  • Comedy Play “You Can’t Take It With You”, September 9-27

    Comedy Play “You Can’t Take It With You”
    Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Laugh along with the eccentric Sycamore family in "You Can't Take It With You," a comedy filled with unconventional characters and unexpected situations. Fireworks in the basement, an eccentric dance instructor and a Russian Grand Duchess are all part of life under the watch of family patriarch Martin Vanderhof. Amid...

  • Cheer on Gators Volleyball Against Miami

    Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, United States

    Cheer on Florida Gators Volleyball as the Gators face Miami during Club Sports Night. Watch the in-state matchup while taking part in a night recognizing club sports at UF. Giveaways include 500 schedule magnets and 750 white replica shirseys while supplies last. The match begins at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September...

    $12
  • Laugh with Stand-Up Comedian Maddy Smith

    The Wooly 20 N Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Laugh with Stand-Up Comedian Maddy Smith and catch her live performance on September 9 at 9 p.m. Known for her fast-paced humor and appearances on television and national tours, Smith delivers a set filled with sharp commentary and audience engagement. Her comedic style blends observational humor with bold delivery, creating...

  • Hands-On Science Exhibit “Invention of Cool” Final Weekends

    The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Cool down with a final visit to "Invention of Cool" at the Cade Museum before the hands-on exhibit closes. Through science, history and innovation, the exhibition looks at how generations of inventors developed new ways to beat Florida's persistent heat. Interactive elements connect the science of staying cool with the...

  • Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

    Little Sparks
    The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Discover Little Sparks at the Cade Museum, an interactive early childhood program designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Little Sparks at the Cade Museum introduces young learners to science concepts through music, movement, stories, crafts, and hands-on exploration. The program encourages curiosity, creativity, and learning through age-appropriate activities...

  • Fold Book Pages into Library-Inspired Origami

    ArtSpace: Book Page Origami Celebrating Libraries
    Waldo Library Branch 14998 US Hwy 301, Waldo, FL, United States

    Fold book pages into library-themed origami during a beginner-friendly ArtSpace program with guest artist Andrew Floyd. Learn the basics of paper folding while creating pieces inspired by the Alachua County Library District's upcoming 40th anniversary. The hands-on program is recommended for ages 5 and older, with younger children encouraged to...

    Free
  • Ripple Musical Theatre and Jazz Dance Classes

    Ripple Dance Class
    Ripple Theatricals 5505 SW 63rd Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Move, perform and build confidence during Ripple Dance Classes with instructor Jade Hundley. Designed for multiple ages and experience levels, the classes focus on musical theatre and jazz while incorporating foundations of ballet, tap and contemporary dance. Participants work on coordination, flexibility, strength, musicality, stage presence, storytelling through movement and...

    $20
  • Working Food Fall Market Kick-Off

    MO's Garden Events 910 NW 4th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

    Sample small bites made with locally grown ingredients during the Working Food Fall Market Kick-Off. Meet local farmers and artisans while learning how Working Food's online farmers market operates and how to sign up and shop when it reopens later this year. Attendees can also enter a raffle for a...

    Free
  • Art After Dark Museum Nights: Noche de Museo

    Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Journey through Florida art during Museum Nights at the Harn Museum of Art. Part of the Art After Dark series, the exhibit explores the work of the Florida Highwaymen during an exclusive tour led by Dulce Román, Harn Curator of Modern Art. The evening also includes Art Blast Tours featuring...

  • Documentary Film “A Song for My Land”

    College Football Game Days @ Cypress & Grove Brewing Co.
    Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Watch "A Song for My Land" during the opening night of the 22nd Gainesville Latino Film Festival. The documentary brings together music, community and environmental awareness while examining the power of storytelling and collective action. Presented in Spanish with English subtitles, the film is a 2025 international production from Argentina,...

    $5
  • Blackadder Brewing Co. – Music Bingo Night

    Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th St Ste A, Gainesville, FL, United States

    Play along during Music Bingo Night at Blackadder Brewing Co., where popular songs replace traditional bingo numbers for a music-filled twist on the classic game. Mark songs as they play for a chance to win prizes while supporting Peak Literacy, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the organization. Everyday Amore...

  • Thursday Night Swing Dancing Gainesville at Rosa B. Williams Center

    Thursday Night Swing Dancing
    Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Dance at Thursday Night Swing Dancing Gainesville every Thursday from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Rosa B. Williams Center. Thursday Night Swing Dancing in Gainesville offers free beginner and intermediate lessons from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., followed by social dancing in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

    Free