AM/FM Music Festival: 25 Bands, 3 Stages in Downtown Gainesville

The Bull 18 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate Gainesville’s dynamic music scene with 25 acts performing across three stages at The Bull, Loosey's and How Bazar. The lineup features local favorites such as Spirit Tramp, itsQObaby, Marshal Patrick, localhotboy, A Sunroom, Jackie (of My Favorite Animal), Jenarchy, Mei, Quil Darling, Dude, Chill, Cienfuegos, and more. Admission is...

Free

Wii Sports Tournament at the Hippodrome Theatre

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

Join the Hippodrome for a Wii Sports Tournament hosted by Dante Downey. Pick your game: Bowling, Boxing or Tennis. Entry is $5 per sport and winners get prizes! Tickets at the door only. Registration closes at 7:30pm sharp. There will be vendors, music, a full bar and lots of fun....

$5

mamish and Lexi Braun at Heartwood Soundstage

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

On this very first album release show, mamish has gathered a supergroup of musical friends including Andy Lord, Ryan Baker, Dave Lebleu, Mark Archer & Andy Steinberg with special guests Calvin Martin and Dana Myers. Opening the show is Lexi Braun, with a full band. Using grit and tenderness as...

$15

Gainesville Zinefest 2025 at Civic Media Center

Civic Media Center 433 S Main St, Gainesville, United States

Join Gainesville Zinefest, March 7-9, featuring the exciting debut festival "Panel Palooza!" Sequential Artist Workshop, the Civic Media Center, & Mapping Trans Joy have partnered together to bring you a three-day weekend of zines, community, trans joy, and more. DAY 1: March 7, 5PM - 7 PM | Mapping Trans...

Free

Opening Reception for “The Alachua Phenomenon: Two Centuries in Florida’s Eden”

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate the grand opening of the Matheson History Museum's newest exhibition "The Alachua Phenomenon: Two Centuries in Florida's Eden."  Meet the curator, tour the exhibition and enjoy light refreshments. The exhibition features photographs and objects from the Matheson collection and items on loan from Alachua County museum partners, including one...

Free

World-Renowned Concordia Choir of Moorhead Minnesota at First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church 300 SW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, United States

From the music of J. S. Bach to familiar hymn arrangements, the 72-voice a cappella choir will amaze you with their technical mastery and incredible sound in a varied concert ranging from Renaissance motets to contemporary choral works. Dr. Culloton is the fourth director in the choir’s 100-year history. In...

Free

Gainesville Jewish Film Festival at the Hippdrome Cinema

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

View a collection of films showcasing Jewish culture and experiences at the 14th Annual Gainesville Jewish Film Festival. Screenings take place at the Hippodrome Cinema and admission is free. Films include documentaries, riveting dramas, a powerful spotlight on singer-songwriter Matisyahu and more. View the schedule of films online, note two screenings...

A Weekend of Punk Music with Less Than Jake

Vivid Music Hall 201 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Rock out with Gainesville punk band Less Than Jake as they take over Vivid Music Hall this Friday and Saturday. The hometown heroes return in support of their new seven-song EP Uncharted and ahead of their nationwide Summer Circus tour. Keep the weekend going with an Acoustic Afternoon benefiting Grace...

Acoustic Sets with Less Than Jake and Coffee Project at First Magnitude Brewing Company

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy an afternoon of acoustic music with home-grown bands Less Than Jake and Coffee Project. Proceeds from the stripped-down afternoon of music benefit Grace Marketplace. Visit The Wetlands tap room for the special brew Less Than Jake's Uncharted Pils.

The Gainesville Big Band Presents: Saturday Night Swing Dance

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

The GBB presents: Saturday Night Swing Dance! Come join a fun-filled evening of swing dancing at the Rosa B Williams Center. Get ready to groove to the rhythm of live music and show off your best dance moves. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a beginner, this event is perfect...

$10

Single Black Female in the Navy

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

Step into the World of Shenandoah, a Young, Single, and Ambitious Woman Navigating Life in the Military in "Single Black Female in the Navy." This compelling play follows her journey as she joins the Navy in the early 1980s, stepping into the footsteps of her father, a Navy veteran. This...

$15 – $25

Gainesville International Guitar Festival

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

Hit the Right Chord at a Celebration of Global Guitar Culture. Join Heartwood Soundstage for performances and demonstrations from inspiring guitarists. See pedal and gear demos from builders and collectors, bring cash or gear for the swap meet, learn about local guitar education programs and ways to get involved in...

Free – $40

Gainesville Brass Quintet at the Historic Thomas Center

The Historic Thomas Center 306 NE 6th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy musical selections from Broadway to classical as the Foundation for the Promotion of Music presents the Gainesville Brass Quintet at the Historic Thomas Center. Instrumentalist include: Charles Proper, trombone; Cliff Newton & Joe Jamerson, trumpets; Will Winter, French Horn, and Casey Wood Tuba. Admission is free, reception to follow.

Free

Album Listening Party: “Warrior’s Path” at How Bazar

How Bazar 60 SW 2nd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine and Sickle Cell Warriors for the world premiere of Warrior’s Path: a special music event of storytelling, awareness, and community. Recorded at Pulp Arts, this 8-song album takes listeners on the journey of a sickle cell warrior—from the depths of its darkness to the...

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

Ritual: Goth Dance Night at The Wooly

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

Ritual: Goth Dance Night is back at The Wooly on 3/28 from 10pm-2am! DJs Drew Love and Mister Obsidian will be playing all things Goth, Industrial, Synthpop and more! $5 21+ / $10 Under 21 18+ Event

$5

Dark Creatures at Midnight Underground

The Midnight Underground 101 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

Claws, wings, fangs, & fur let your inner creature stir! Scales, horns, tails, & snouts let your inner creature out! Join the Gainesville Goths on Saturday, March 29th, at 9pm for Dark Creatures at The Midnight Underground—the first Dark Dance Party of 2025! Step into an immersive nocturnal realm where...

$10

Rock with mssv, Room 13, and Ironing

Loosey's Downtown 120 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join Pulp Arts for Night of Rock, Pop and Dance Beats with mssv, Room 13 and Ironing at Loosey's Downtown. mssv, composed of guitarist Mike Baggetta, Stephen Hodges on drums and mike watt on bass, creates music that is a heretofore unimagined hybrid of a punk power-trio, noir-tinged adventure music...

$15

Test Ride an E-Bike with City of Gainesville Commissioner Bryan Eastman at Grove Street Farmers Market

Cypress & Grove Brewing Company 1001 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Curious about electric bikes? Always wanted to try one but not sure how? Comm. Bryan Eastman and the Gainesville Electric Bike Garage will be at the Grove Street Farmers Market on Monday, March 31st with a whole set of electric bikes to let you test ride one. They're a fast...

Free

Film Screening and Discussion: “Alachua County Looking Forward, Climate Affects Us All” at the Matheson History Museum

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Over the next two centuries, Florida will experience a profound transformation, distinct from the past two centuries. Leading up to Alachua County's bicentennial, a vulnerability analysis was conducted to assess preparedness for nuisance flooding, extreme heat and storms, and other changes. The results revealed that significant efforts are needed to...