Afrofuturism Celebration and Fashion Show at Art After Dark

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

Join the Afrofuturism Week final celebration at Art After Dark. Tour the Ghanaian fashion exhibit, enjoy live music with Shine and the Shakers, printmaking activities with UF’s School of Art and Art History, interactive AI demos with UF Center for Arts, Migration, and Entrepreneurship's Maker in Residence and book pop-ups...

Free

Florida Women’s Basketball vs. Vanderbilt at Exactech Arena

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

The Florida Gators Women's Basketball team takes on the Vanderbilt Commodores on Thursday, January 30th at 7pm! Cowgirl Night and Teacher Appreciation: the first 500 fans in attendance will receive a FREE white LED cowgirl hat!

$10

Funk and Rock with Ajeva and Tamayo at Heartwood

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

Ajeva is a funk rock band from St Petersburg FL known for their electrifying mix of funk, rock, and improv! Ajeva brings high-energy performances that blend powerful grooves with feel-good vibes. This band’s soulful, funky sound and tight musicianship have made them a favorite across the Southeast, delivering performances that...

$20

Sunshine State Book Festival

Best Western Gateway Grand 4200 NW 97th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

200 local and regional authors discuss, sign and sell their works at the Sixth Annual Sunshine State Book Festival. Friday features a workshop intensive and opening night reception. Saturday's schedule features Children's Story Time with readings by authors of children's books. Award-winning author Cynthia Barnett will be the keynote speaker,...

Free

Gallery Reception for “Student & Mentor Exhibition”

GFAA Gallery 1314 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

View works from elementary students and artists from the Gainesville Fine Arts Association. The Friends of Elementary Arts ‘Student & Mentor Exhibition’ opening reception takes place during Artwalk Gainesville. This exhibition features pieces selected by art teachers in Alachua County shown with a mentor artists work. Admission is free.

“Doubt: A Parable” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

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

The talented actors of the Acrosstown Repertoire Theatre present a thought provoking and powerful performance with “Doubt: A Parable.” The play, written by John Patrick Shanley, was adapted into a 2008 film starring Amy Adams, Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Viola Davis. Set in 1960s America, the story follows...

Indie Rock with Hotel Fiction, The Nancys, Jordan Burchel at Heartwood

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

Hotel Fiction is an indie rock band from Athens, Georgia comprised of Jade Long (vocals, keys), Jessica Thompson (vocals, lead guitar), Aaron Daugherty (lead guitar, synth), Aidan Hill (bass), and Gideon Johnston (drums). Their sound has often been described as genre-fluid, with indie, pop, folk, and rock influences. Hotel Fiction...

$18

10th Annual Super Sealant Saturday by UF College of Dentistry

UF College of Dentistry 1395 Center Dr., Gainesville, United States

Super Sealant Saturday annually provides UF College of Dentistry students and faculty the opportunity to serve children in the Gainesville and surrounding counties with a day of free preventative dental care at the college, as well as education about flossing, brushing and other healthy habits for optimal oral health. Don’t...

Free

Springs Run 7.2K and Fest at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Run around Depot Park, down the Hawthorne trail and back to First Magnitude to be rewarded with brews, music, friends and fun at the Springs Run 7.2K and Fest. After returning to First Mag, enjoy a groovy all-day festival filled with live local music, beer releases, artists and vendors, photo...

Flatwoods Fire and Nature Festival 2025

UF Austin Cary Forest 10625 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate Florida's forests and discover the critical role of fire in preserving their beauty, diversity, and habitat value at the Flatwoods Fire and Nature Festival. This family-friendly event features educational exhibits and activities, live animal encounters and prescribed burn demonstrations at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Don't miss...

Free

Tran the Piano Man at Theatre of Memory

Theatre of Memory 705 NW 6th St., Gainesville, United States

After making music with luminaries on the world stage, Trantham Whitley, aka Tran "The Piano Man," performs live at the Theatre of Memory with percussionist Masatoshi Enomoto.

O2O: The Path to Connection at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park 1500 NW 45th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join Jane Pollack from the Florida Trail Association for a special film screening of O2O: The Path to Connection. Stay afterward to discover how the Florida Trail mission aligns with the need for a connected wildlife corridor across the state. The O2O Expedition showcases three veterans who embarked on a...

Free

Punk Rock Show at The Atlantic

The Atlantic 19 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Crash Pad, On The Cinder, Gun Died Laughing, Dead Sea Lords

$5

Florida WBB vs. Alabama WBB

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

The Florida Gators Women's Basketball team takes on the Alabama Tide on Thursday, February 6th at 7pm! Play4Kay Breast Cancer Awareness: The first 1000 fans in attendance will receive FREE pink bandanas and 'I Stand For' signs! Halftime performance will be a Corgi Race!

$10

Celebration Pointe Indoor Classic

Alachua County Sports & Events Center 198 Viola Dr, Hawthorne, FL, United States

The Celebration Pointe Classic is primarily a collegiate team invitational but will also include individual post collegiate athletes. Single day tickets are available for purchase for spectators.

Tot Time: Art with Heart at the Harn Museum

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

Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy an age-appropriate Docent-led tour then create art in the classrooms.

Free