Gospel Meets Jazz at the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center

Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center 837 SE 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Come out to enjoy wonderful music in a beautiful historic setting. This event supports the work of the Alachua County Community Remembrance Project (ACCRP). The ACCRP is a community group dedicated to truth and reconciliation, who educate our community about our county’s history of racial terrorism during the Jim Crow...

$35 – $45

Indie Summer at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Indie Summer is the summer version of Indie Live, with all your favorite bands on Heartwood's outdoor stage. Featuring Sofia Camille, Confession Kids, and Will Hasell.

$10

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...

Hope for Heart Kids Congenital Heart Fashion Show, Benefiting UF CHC at Hotel ELEO

Hotel ELEO 1514 SW 14th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Hope for Heart Kids 501(c)(3) Fashion Show on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Hotel ELEO in Gainesville! This heart-filled evening benefits the UF Congenital Heart Center and features local Heart Warriors walking the runway in their favorite outfits. Enjoy a silent auction, inspiring stories, and family-friendly fun—all supporting...

Free
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....

A Day in the Life of A Woman at MLK Center

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

Young girls and ladies and gents, join for a day of inspiration and fun. Come and get a glimpse of “A Day in the Life of A Woman” and perhaps see your future. Information on careers that will pay for college. Information on possible sponsorships, mentorships, and scholarships, and groups...

Free

Battle of the Ages – 9th Annual Dance Recital at UF Phillips Center

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Get ready to move to some goooood music with Momentum Dance Arts 🎶 🎼Join the 9th Annual Dance Recital: Battle of the Ages — where good music meets amazing dancing! Watch generations collide on stage as our talented dancers bring timeless hits and iconic moves to life in an unforgettable...

$23

Hangin’ With My Gnomies at Blackadder Brewing

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

International Gnome Day has arrived! Gnome sayin? Event Highlights: • Gnome-Themed Games & Activities: Participate in exciting outdoor/indoor games and activities including fairy door scavenger hunt! • Special Guest: Marcel from Chouffe! • Beer: A variety of Chouffe beer on tap and in bottles • Swag: Grab some sweet swag...

Pollinator Palooza

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

Pick up a free plant, grab a bite to eat, try out a special beer and support pollinator conservation at Pollinator Palooza. Pollinators are an extremely important part of the ecosystem but you don’t have to be a researcher to help protect them. Learn about the importance of native plants,...

Pride at Heartwood Dance Party

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

Celebrate Pride Month with Heartwood Soundstage as they mark the anniversary of Stonewall by partnering with Bimbo Night to present an outdoor dance party. Pride at Heartwood features DJs: Kill Zach, Crisca, and Ráfaga. The night kicks off with a happy hour from 8 - 9 p.m. at Heartwood's outdoor...

Sliding Scale

Brews and Bruises Leg Wrestling Tournament at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Roll up to the brewery for a hilarious and action-packed afternoon of leg wrestling, cold beer, and community fun—all in support of the Gainesville Roller Rebels. Start out with a visit to the welcome tables and learn all about GRR! Get cool info about the league’s history and learn how...

Mind the Music at Blackadder Brewing

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

“Mind the Music” is a multi-genre acoustic duo featuring acoustic guitar, upright bass, and vocals. Join Blackadder Brewing as they welcome back Michael Robinson and Will Ellis to the brewery on Sunday, June 22nd at 4PM. The duo will be playing in support of this month’s charity partner, Gainesville Rabbit...

Gainesville Youth Chorus Summer Workshop

Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Make new friends, explore the arts, and have fun at the Gainesville Youth Chorus Summer Workshop. This workshop is for kids ages 7-18. Activities include improv, choral instruction, games, dance, music theory, and drums. Instruction is provided by the Gainesville Youth Chorus Artistic Staff, as well as Santa Fe College...

$15 – $300

Tot Trot: Bioblitz, Free Day at the UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory

UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Natural Area Dr., Gainesville, United States

Get your toddler excited about science and natural history! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive nature walk. This program promotes child-focused sensory experiences, investigation and exploration with a focus on science. In order to make Tot Trots more accessible to the community, the program on this...

Storytelling Meetup: Beneath The Surface at The Bull

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

Self Narrate's next storytelling meetup of 2025 will be TUESDAY June 24 at 7PM at The Bull! The theme of this meetup is "Beneath The Surface." As always, our themes are open to interpretation. So, how does this work? Our storytellers are given 5-7 minutes to tell their story. The...

Nerdcore Hip Hop with mc chris and Swell Rell at The Wooly

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

The Top Secret Events presents mc chris on his 20 Years of Touring Tour with special guests: Swell Rell - nerdcore hip hop from Tampa DJ Drew Love playing nerdy jams throughout the night doors 7pm 18+ $20 adv $25 day of

$20

Science Surprises: Reptiles and Amphibians at the Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

Millhopper Library Branch 3145 NW 43 St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Discover the difference between reptiles and amphibians and what makes these animals so special at the library! Debunk myths and learn more about the natural world with interactive activities. This Science Surprises session is 45-minute long and perfect for elementary-aged learners. These sessions do not require pre-registration but do have...

Charity Bingo Night at Blackadder Brewing

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

It's charity B-I-N-G-O time! Join Blackadder Brewing for an evening of fun to benefit charity partner: Gainesville Rabbit Rescue Prizes! Fun! Beer! Food Truck on Site!

“Little Shop of Horrors” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre – second weekend!

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

The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers...