Ongoing

“The Paper Bag Plan” at the Hippodrome Cinema

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville

After being diagnosed with cancer, Oscar realizes his overprotectiveness may be holding his son Billy back from gaining independence. Determined to secure Billy's future, Oscar helps him build the skills needed for a job as a grocery store bagger. Their heartfelt journey highlights the challenges and triumphs of fostering self-reliance,...

“The History of Sound” at the Hippodrome Cinema, October 16 – November 2

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville

Starring Paul Mescal (Gladiator II) and Josh O’Connor (Emma), "THE HISTORY OF SOUND" is a sweeping, moving and tender romance that spans decades and continents. In 1917, Lionel (Mescal) – a young, talented music student – meets David (O’Connor) at the Boston Conservatory, where a connection over a deep love...

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Downtown Gainesville 111 E University Ave., Gainesville

Party with thousands of music fans for a weekend of live music featuring hundreds of bands. Multiple venues transform downtown Gainesville for three days as the annual independent music festival with a lineup of over 350 bands, comedians and professional wrestlers. Headliners in 2025 include The Get Up Kids, Dillinger...

Spirits of the Past: An Evening of History and Hauntings

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville

Join us for an unforgettable night where history meets paranormal mystery at the Matheson History Museum and historic Matheson House! Step into the shadows and let an expert paranormal investigator guide you through our historic spaces and grounds, sharing spine-tingling stories and using real ghost-hunting techniques and equipment. Your adventure...

$85