“Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection” Exhibition at the Harn Museum of Art

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

The Harn Museum of Art at the University of Florida will display art from Spelman College—a historically black liberal arts college for women located in Atlanta, Georgia. The Harn is one of five venues across the United States exhibiting "Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection." Through 39 works by...

Free

New at the Cade Museum: Mindbender Mansion

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

Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, a quirky place full of puzzles, brainteasers, and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers. Join the Mindbender Society by gathering hidden clues and secret passwords. Solve brainteasers and group challenges...

“The Play That Goes Wrong,” Now through June 8

Gainesville Community Playhouse 4039 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Expect the unexpected - and uncontrollable laughter - when everything that can go wrong does in this award-winning comedy. The Cornley Drama Society is attempting to stage a classic murder mystery... but from missing props and collapsing sets to unconscious actors and a corpse that won’t play dead, chaos reigns supreme. Will...

Event Series Little Sparks

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

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

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

Pull Up for Opening Night: “Pump Boys and Dinettes” at the Hippodrome Theatre

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

Top off your tank and head downtown — the Hippodrome Theatre’s summer musical tradition kicks into high gear with Pump Boys and Dinettes. This Tony-nominated crowd-pleaser hits the mainstage with twang, talent, and toe-tapping tunes. Set on Highway 57 between a gas station and the Double Cupp Diner, this high-spirited...

Event Series Thursday Night Swing Dancing

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,...

Free

SPARC Place: Artist Residency Kick-Off at Oakview Park

Oakview Park 810 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, United States

Join SPARC352 and kickoff the SPARC Place artist residency program! Meet the artists, enjoy art and performances, kid’s activities, and grab a slice of pizza. The artist residency provides studio space for community artists and musicians.  

Book Signing with Author Lauren Gonzalez “100 Things To Do In Gainesville Before You Die”

Artisans' Guild Gallery 224 NW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy an Artwalk Gainesville book signing with author Lauren Gonzalez. Her book, "100 Things To Do In Gainesville Before You Die" is an insider's guide to the best things to do, see, and taste in Gainesville. Lauren is a third-generation Floridian and has called Gainesville home for 20 years.

Event Series Free Fridays Concert Series

Classic Rock with Crooked Counsel at the Free Fridays Concert Series

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

Dance under the stars with the energetic classic rock band Crooked Counsel featuring chart-toppers from the '60s and '70s .  The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring...

Gainesville Fine Arts Association Solo Exhibition Showcases

GFAA Gallery 1314 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Discover a weekly rotation of unique solo exhibitions in the main gallery at Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA). The Artwalk Gainesville reception features "Nearly Touching: Peggy Tate," on display through Saturday, May 31. Upcoming exhibitions in June include "A Matter of Time: Sara Nash," June 4-7, "Totem & Taboo: Nicole...

Event Series The Artwalk Gainesville

Artwalk Gainesville Self-Guided Tour

Multiple Locations Located in Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, United States

Explore the local art scene on a self-guided tour featuring 13 local gallery spaces. This month's Artwalk Gainesville tour stops include "Nearly Touching: Peggy Tate" at GFAA Gallery, the group installation of "DRY FIT" at the Top Secret Space, "Affordable Art for Unaffordable Times" at Anthem Tattoo, the artist residency...

Free

Americana with S.G. Goodman and Wax Wings

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

Experience a night of Americana in the listening room at Heartwood Soundstage with S.G. Goodman and Wax Wings. S.G. Goodman's roots-inflected rock n’ roll uses gritty, haunting vocals to narrate the dual perspectives of her upbringing as the daughter of a crop farmer, and a queer woman coming out in...

$22

Gator Open Grand Prix Volleyball Tournament at Alachua County Sports and Events Center

Alachua County Sports and Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Watch volleyball teams compete at the 2025 AAU Gator Open Grand Prix. The Gator Open welcomes volleyball teams and spectators to the state-of-the-art Alachua County Sports and Events Center in Celebration Pointe for two days of competition.

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Depot Park 200 SE Depot Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Free

Alachua County Farmers Market

Alachua County Farmers Market 5920 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on...

Haile Farmers Market

Haile Village Center 9116 SW 51st Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Survivors of Gun Violence Memorial at Squirrel Ridge Park

Squirrel Ridge Park 1603 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, United States

Join a day of recognition, remembrance and healing. When: Saturday, May 31 from 9-11 a.m. Where: Squirrel Ridge Park, 1603 SW Williston Rd.

Free

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery 16919 SW 15th Ave., Newberry, United States

Grab fresh vegetables and support local vendors in one stop at the Saturday Farm Market. Open Saturdays during the growing season (October - July), the market features farm fresh produce and plants from Sweet Roots Organics, pasture raised meat from Marcinek Farms, stoneware pottery from Mud Slinger Studio, goat milk...