43rd Annual Florida Bamboo Sale

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

Discover and Purchase a Variety of Clumping Bamboos Kanapaha Botanical Gardens hosts its Annual Winter Bamboo Sale, offering a variety of clumping bamboo on a dug-to-order basis. Orders can be placed by phone or in person starting January 1, with the final day to order on January 19. Buyers are...

Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society on a walk through the park. Identify the wide variety of local wetland and migratory birds in a premier birding hotspot. Walks are free with park admission fee ($5/vehicle) and are offered every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. though the end of May. Birders...

Brighten Your Evening with Art After Dark

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

Explore museum collections as the Harn Museum stays open late at Art After Dark. Find highlights from the Asian Collection in the David A. Cofrin Asian Wing, highlights from the Modern Collection in the S.F.I Gallery. Expand your museum experience with a visit to the Camellia Court Cafe and browse...

Jazzology at the Keys Grill and Piano Bar

The Keys Grill and Piano Bar 4860 Celebration Pointe Ave Suite 30, Gainesville, United States

Enjoy live jazz Thursday nights at The Keys Grill and Piano Bar. From 6 p.m. to close, relax and enjoy the smooth sounds with food and drink specials to wind down your week.

Plant-Based PIzza at the Grand Opening of Wild Pie

Wild Pie 309 NW 13th St. Suite 10, Gainesville, United States

The grand opening features 50% off all food items, free samples and more. Welcome to the good slice.

Gainesville Flute Ensemble Concert at St. Patrick Catholic Church

St. Patrick Catholic Church 500 NE 16th Ave., Gainesville, United States

The 3rd Friday Concert Series features the Gainesville Flute Ensemble. January 17, 202: Evening prayer @ 6:40 pm Concert begins @ 7:00 pm

A free will offering will be taken up for the performers of the concert

J’s Motown Tribute Band at the Kiss 105.3 FM Concert Series at Celebration Pointe

Celebration Pointe 3528 SW 45th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy a night of live music on the promenade. The monthly Kiss 105.3 FM Concert Series brings live music to the outdoor stage. Bring a chair or spread a blanket and enjoy live music as the sun sets. Enjoy food, drinks and sweet treats from walkable restaurants at Celebration Pointe.

Mahler’s 5th Symphony: A Journey with the Gainesville Orchestra

Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Embark on a musical voyage as the Gainesville Orchestra, led by Maestro Evans Haile, presents Mahler’s 5th Symphony. Part of the “Powerful Ports of Call” season, this masterpiece is a celebration of love, life, and resilience, inspired by Mahler’s meeting with his muse and wife, Alma Schindler. Experience the hauntingly...

$20 – $40

Alt-Country with Kathleen Edwards and Lauren Morrow

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

Experience an intimate performance with genre-blending roots music from Kathleen Edwards at Heartwood Soundstage. Kathleen Edwards combines mix of alternative country, folk, and heartland rock & roll for a sound uniquely her own. The show opens with Nashville-based, Atlanta-raised singer-songwriter Lauren Morrow.

$30

Pop-Up Flea and Farmers Market at VFW Post 2811

VFW Post 2811 1150 Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Pop-Up Flea & Farmers Market in conjunction with the Mystic Happenings Faire. Explore this vibrant market featuring a diverse group of vendors offering: • Yard sale treasures • Beautiful plants • Unique crystals • Pre-loved clothing • Collectibles and antiques • Delicious baked goods • Handcrafted items •...

Free

Playground Music and Arts Festival

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

Enjoy a curated lineup of bands across two stages at the Playground Music and Arts Festival. Playground is curated by alternative rock band Flipturn, who got their start in the local Gainesville music scene in 2016. This festival is a celebration of Gainesville musicians, visual artists and local businesses. The...

$50

(Sold Out) Gators Men’s Basketball vs. Texas

Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL, United States

#5 Gators Men's Basketball hosts Texas as SEC play heats up at Exactech Arena. After a 14-1 start, upcoming games at Exactech Arena have sold out including Texas (January 18), Georgia (January 25) and Texas A&M (March 1).