Gators Game Day Locker Room Tour, June 30 – July 2

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

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Gators football with a guided 30-minute tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and South End Zone Football Complex. Walk through the players’ locker room and visit the stadium field level. Tours run throughout the afternoon from noon to 5 p.m. Book your tour...

$15

Red Dot Sale at Artisans’ Guild Gallery

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

Look for bargains of exceptional handmade locally created works of art and craft. Browse the gallery and look for red dots indicating discounted prices. The annual red dot sale features reduced prices during the month of July. Shop ahead for the Holidays, other gift giving, or just to treat yourself!

Event Series One Love Market

One Love Market

One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

“Mindbender Mansion” at the Cade Museum

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...

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.

WUFT’s Fanfares & Fireworks

UF Bandshell at Flavet Field Woodlawn Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate the fourth on the third at the annual Independence Day Eve event featuring musical performances by Now Leaving Space, Souza Brass Band, The Savants and the Gainesville Community Band and the Gainesville Pops under the direction of Gary Langford. Attendees can picnic in the grass or patronize food trucks...

Free

Last Chance: Drive Up to the Hit Summer Musical “Pump Boys and Dinettes,” July 3-6

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

Head downtown for the Hippodrome Theatre’s sensational summer musical "Pump Boys and Dinettes," held over for the final performances through Sunday, July 6. Set on Highway 57 between a gas station and the Double Cupp Diner, the Tony-nominated crowd-pleaser hits the mainstage blending country, rock, blues, and charm - all...

NXTPro / Pro16 PUMA Shoe Circuit Basketball Tournament at Alachua County Sports and Events Center

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

NXTPRO, in partnership with PUMA Basketball operates over 50 youth basketball tournaments throughout the year, featuring more than 15,000 players from across the US and beyond. NXTPRO and PRO16 (the top 22 ranked teams circuit) are the nations leading youth basketball development platform, with the 2024 circuit producing over 2,400...

47th Annual Jack Gamble Melon Run at Albert “Ray” Massey Park

Albert "Ray" Massey Park (Westside Park) 1001 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL, United States

It's the best July 4th tradition in Gainesville... the 47th Annual Jack Gamble Melon Run This three-mile run hosted by the Florida Track Club is as much a part of the Fourth of July as BBQ and Fireworks. Enjoy the rolling hills on this course, where age-group winners receive a...

$25 – $35

Design + Doodle Lab: A Summer Art Pop-Up at the Cade Museum

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

Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience at the Cade Museum! Throughout the day, the Cade Museum offers a variety of pop-up art projects designed to inspire imagination and hands-on exploration. Prefer to follow your own muse? Head to the open art station, where you’ll find a wide range...

Red, White and Brew at Blackadder Brewing

Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th St Ste A, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate your independence with freedom to BEER! Enjoy $4 Select Beer and the signature 'Murica "Cocktail"for $4 Strega Nona's Pizza will be onsite for the event!

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

Free Fridays Concert Series

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

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 their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab...

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...

Gainesville Cars and Coffee at Tioga Town Center

Tioga Town Center 133 SW 130th Way, Newberry, FL, United States

Get an up-close view of cars at Gainesville Cars and Coffee. The family-friendly gathering is open to all automotive enthusiasts and is free to attend.

Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Kanapaha offers a guided tour of the Gardens the first Saturday of every month, starting at 10:00am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Event Series Maker Workshops

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

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

Engage in hands-on maker sessions to build and create using a variety of materials, electronics, and coding platforms. Each week has a different theme and provides an opportunity to take part in STEAM-activities like 3D modeling, basic coding, and more! These workshops are designed for people age 9 and up....

Roller Derby: Swamp City Sirens vs. the Millhopper Devils at the MLK Center

MLK Center 1028 NE 14th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Come cheer on the Swamp City Sirens vs. the Millhopper Devils on July, 5th 2025! Tickets are just $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Kids 12 and under get in FREE! Online tickets available at Events.com or grab yours in person at Loosey’s! Doors open at 6PM and...

$15

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk

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

Go birding with the Alachua Audubon Society on the monthly bird walk starting at the brewery. Alachua Audubon Society volunteers lead the bird walk from First Magnitude Brewing to the nature trail at Depot Park. The tour returns to the brewery an hour later with plenty of time for a...