• Bingo Night Community Fundraiser Event

    High Springs New Century Woman's Club 23674 US-27, High Springs, FL, United States

    Play bingo night community fundraiser beginning at 6:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. Compete in 15 games with options for extra cards and special rounds while playing for cash prizes. Enjoy food, a 50/50 drawing, and a welcoming atmosphere that supports local organizations. Participants must be 18 years...

    $20.00
  • Florida in the Frame Art Exhibition

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

    Explore Florida in the Frame Exhibition featuring more than 80 works highlighting the state’s natural beauty and cultural history. This exhibition spans decades of artistic interpretation through paintings, textiles and sculpture. Discover works from renowned and regional artists that reflect Florida’s evolving identity. Florida in the Frame Exhibition offers a...

    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
  • May Adoption Event Days Gainesville

    May Adoption Event Days Gainesville
    Humane Society of North Central Florida 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Meet at the May Adoption Event Days in Gainesville and connect with adoptable pets from May 13 through May 16. Visit dog kennels from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and explore cat rooms from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn about adoption opportunities while...

  • “Father Mother Sister Brother” Film Screening

    Father Mother Sister Brother
    Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

    Experience "Father Mother Sister Brother", an award-winning film exploring family dynamics through interconnected stories. Set across multiple locations, the film blends humor and honesty while examining relationships and identity. Multiple May showtimes offer opportunities to engage with this thoughtful narrative.

    $12
  • Art After Dark Museum Nights aMAYzing pARTy

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

    Explore Art After Dark Museum Nights and experience an evening of art, performance, and interactive activities beginning at 6 p.m. Guests can view exhibitions, meet local artists, and participate in hands-on workshops. The event also includes guided tours, dance performances, and opportunities to engage with museum collections in new ways....

    Free
  • “Million Dollar Quartet” at the Hippodrome Theatre, April 29 – May 24

    Million Dollar Quartet at the Hippodrome Theatre
    Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Grab your partners in fun and make time for one of Gainesville’s summer traditions, the "Million Dollar Quartet" at the Hippodrome Theatre. The "Million Dollar Quartet" brings the legendary recording session of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis to life, with live performances of rock and...

  • 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
  • “Mother Mary” Film Screening

    Mother Mary
    Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

    Discover "Mother Mary", a musical drama centered on a pop star reconnecting with her past. Through performance and storytelling, the film explores identity, relationships, and personal growth. Catch multiple showtimes throughout May.

    $12
  • Zip! at Haile Quarry Discount Fridays

    Zip! at Haile Quarry Discount Fridays
    Zip! at Haile Quarry 3975 NW County Rd 235th, Newberry, United States

    Each Friday Zip at Haile Quarry offers its largest discount as guests pay fifty rather than sixty five for a three line tour. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy this special rate and book a thrilling experience. The new park in Newberry invites friends to race along the longest zipline in...

    $50
  • High Springs Farmers Market

    High Springs Farmers Market
    High Springs Farmer's Market 23517 NW 185th Road, High Springs, Florida

    Shop farm fresh flavors and handmade treasures at this welcoming market featuring seasonal produce picked fresh from the farm, including peaches, blueberries, tomatoes, squash, melons, beans, and more. Discover artisan breads with no preservatives, pastries, jams, chutneys, flavored vinegars, kettle corn, and lemonade, plus scented candles, linen sprays, and unique...

  • Downtown Spring Market Series at The Streatery

    Downtown Spring Market Series at The Streatery
    The Streatery SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Browse the Downtown Spring Market Series at The Streatery in Gainesville. The open-air market brings together 26 merchants, live music, art, and free workshops, activating SW 1st Avenue with local creativity. Hours are 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays, continuing...

  • Country Star Morgan Wallen: “Still the Problem Tour”, May 15-16

    Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Enjoy the Morgan Wallen Tour for two nights only in Gainesville, a large-scale concert event featuring top country artists Thomas Rhett, Gavin Adcock, Zach John King and Ella Langley. The lineup delivers chart-topping hits and high-energy sets, creating an electric live music experience for fans.

  • 3rd Friday Concert featuring Sevenfold Praise

    Enjoy an evening of energy, joy, and live music at this month’s Third Friday Concert featuring Sevenfold Praise. This uplifting performance brings together friends, families, and music lovers for a night filled with powerful vocals and inspiring sound. The Sevenfold Praise Band creates a vibrant atmosphere that blends community connection with...

    A freewill offering will be taken during the concert, with all proceeds going directly to support the band.
  • Free Fridays Concert Series Teen Showcase in Gainesville

    Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Enjoy Free Fridays Concert Series Teen Showcase in Gainesville with live performances from talented young local artists on May 15. Sponsored in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.

    Free
  • The Meet Up Brings Weekly Jazz, Blues and R&B Performances

    THE MEET UP
    The Meet Up 22 W University Avenue, GAINESVILLE, United States

    Experience The Meet Up Live Jazz Gainesville and enjoy weekly performances featuring jazz, blues and classic R&B. Held every Friday at 7:30 p.m., this intimate music experience brings together live musicians and a relaxed nightlife atmosphere. The Meet Up Live Jazz Gainesville offers a consistent destination for music lovers seeking...

    $20.00
  • “For Colored Girls…” at the Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

    Acrosstown Repertory Theatre 3501 SW 2nd Ave., Ste. O, Gainesville, FL, United States

    See Ntozake Shange’s landmark choreopoem, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf, a powerful blend of poetry, dance, and music that shares interconnected stories of resilience, identity, and sisterhood. Sponsored in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.

    $25
  • Gypsy: A Musical Fable at Star Center Theatre

    Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

    Follow Rose, a determined stage mother in the 1920s and 1930s, as she drives her daughters through the fading world of vaudeville in pursuit of stardom. When her younger daughter runs away, Rose focuses on Louise, who transforms into the legendary Gypsy Rose Lee. Packed with iconic songs, the musical...

    $18 – $20
  • R&B Music with “Uncle Morty’s Rhythm Cream”

    one love cafe Gainesville

    R&B live music returns with “Uncle Morty’s Rhythm Cream” performing an evening of soul, funk, and classic rock favorites. Guests can enjoy live music, dancing, food, and drinks while the band delivers crowd-pleasing songs designed to keep the energy moving throughout the night. Combining rhythm and blues grooves with classic...