“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

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents “Hadestown: Teen Edition”

Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience the haunting, jazz-infused "Hadestown: Teen Edition," a retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice set in an industrial underworld. Featuring a student cast and live band, the powerful musical explores themes of industry vs. nature, doubt vs. faith, and fear vs. love, while also commenting on societal...

$15 – $17

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, April 26-30

Friends of the Library 430 N Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse over 500,000 books, records, games, movies and more at the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale. The largest gently-used book sale of its kind in Florida offers a vast selection fromchildren’s books to rare find, first-edition and signed volumes in the Collector’sCorner. In addition to books of all...

Open House at Florida School of Massage

Florida School of Massage 6421 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Explore the community, learn about the massage program, and enjoy a free chair massage at the Open House. Join the Florida School of Massage and discover what makes this program special. Learn about admissions, work-study, scholarships, GI Bill benefits, and financial aid options. Save your spot, click here to RSVP.

Free

Mean Girls Jr. at Lincoln Middle School

Lincoln Middle School 1001 SE 12th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The award winning Troupe 88521 performs in this family-friendly musical edition of the comedy classic, Mean Girls. You will NOT be disappointed! Fetch your tickets online or at the door!

$10

Grammy Nominated Drummer Nate Smith with Kiefer CARRTOONS and Levek

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

Get in the pocket with drummer, composer and producer Nate Smith. His visceral, instinctive, and deep-rooted style of drumming has led to Grammy Award nominations and work with esteemed artists, including Pat Metheny, Dave Holland, Brittany Howard, Van Hunt, The Fearless Flyers, Norah Jones and Somi. Nate Smith fuses his...

$25

Astronomy on Tap GNV at Swamp Head Brewery

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Astronomy on Tap is an international organization focused on providing free, accessible, and fun public lectures from local astronomers. This event features three public lectures about astronomy, plus trivia. Enjoy some brews and learn about the universe!

Free

Rachel Grubb Album Release Live Recording with Shiloh at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Join Heartwood for a live filmed concert featuring Rachel Grubb and Shiloh. Rachel is a seventh generation Floridian raised in rural north central Florida. She grew up singing backseat harmony to songs from the Baptist Hymnal and The Mamas and the Papas. Rachel has performed at top festivals in Florida...

$18
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 Gainesville Swing Dancing for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! Beginner and intermediate lessons take place 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., no partner or experience is...

Free

The Savants End of School Year Bash at The Wooly

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

Local legends The Savants are at The Wooly with friends The Snozzberries from Asheville and local band Now Leaving Space! Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door so make sure to grab them early! Doors at 8 p.m., music starts at 9 p.m.!

$10

Florida Museum Library Showcase: Spectacular Shells at Alachua County Library District Cone Park Branch

Alachua County Library District Cone Park Branch 2341 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Go to the library with the Florida Museum! Get ready for a spectacular shell of a time all May at the Cone Park Library Branch. The Alachua County Library District invited Museum Showcases to different branches around the community. These are month-long themed displays that feature specimens, artifacts and objects...

Club de Escucha – Gainesville, FL

Curia on the Drag 2029 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

El Club de Escucha+ Gainesville comenzó el 13 de enero del 2023. Generalmente, nos reunimos el primer y tercer viernes de cada mes. Únete al chat de WhatsApp para estar al tanto de los eventos, episodio de la semana y conocer al grupo. El moderador, Christian A. Rodríguez, le enviará...

Event Series Free Fridays Concert Series

MusicGNV Teen Artist Showcase at the Free Fridays Concert Series

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

Experience the region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series featuring diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. The MusicGNV Live and Local Edition: Teen Artist Showcase includes a lineup of Sofi Cvetkovic, Ana and June, Kacey McClain and more. Each Friday night from 7 to 9...

Mother and Son Gala at The Embassy

Embassy Event Hall 14630 NE Waldo Rd., Waldo, United States

Mommy It’s a Date Night with Your Son! This is an Elegant Affair with heavy Hors d’oeuvres, Music, Dancing, Games, Prizes/Giveaways and tons of fun as we will cater to ALL AGES. As a mom, one of the greatest bonds is with her son. This is truly considered a Mother’s...

$45.00

“12 Angry Jurors” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

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

Justice hangs in the balance at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre for the opening weekend of "12 Angry Jurors." Following closing arguments in a murder trial, 12 members of the jury must deliberate, with a guilty verdict meaning death for the accused, an inner-city teen. As the dozen jurors try to reach...