UpStage at the Phillips Center with The Jacob Jolliff Band

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

Enter the jazz club setting of UpStage at the Phillips Center for a night of contemporary bluegrass. The Jacob Jolliff Band stands at the forefront of newgrass with their progressive style and eclectic influences. Led by Jacob Jolliff, one of the world’s premier mandolin players, the band combines traditional bluegrass...

Florida Bridal Expo

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

Plan your entire wedding in one day, all in one place, while meeting top wedding professionals ready to help make your big day unforgettable. You can even book your favorite wedding professional at the show. The first 30 brides through the doors will receive a three-day, two-night hotel stay in...

$10.00 – $20.00

Gainesville Fall Record Fair at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company

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

Shuffle through thousands of records and add to your music collection. The Gainesville Record Fair returns to Cypress & Grove for a huge fall sale with vendors from around the state offering records, CDs, tapes, posters and music related merchandise for sale. Plus, enjoy all-vinyl DJ sets from Adikt and...

Sing for the Sun: A Concert Celebrating Sun Day at Wesley United Methodist Church

Wesley United Methodist Church 826 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

A concert celebrating SUN DAY - a national day of action to celebrate the power of clean energy. Local performers including the Caring and Sharing School, 1000 Voices Quintet, Leo Nico, Jerry Carris, Mandy Fugate and friends, and the GNV Ukulele Club. Presented by Climate Reality Project GNV Area Chapter,...

Free

Tot Trot with the Florida Museum: Seeds at 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. Recommended for children ages 2-5 years old (child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone)....

Florida Museum on the Go! Early Explorers: Trackways at Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

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

Gear up for fun and learning with your littles at the library. The Florida Museum's Prehistoric Life series shows the fascinating animals that roamed Florida millions of years ago with real fossils, replicas and models. This series consists of four free, 30-minute learning sessions meant for children aged 3-5. While...

BINGO at Swamp Head Brewery

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Sip, play, and support Florida’s trails! Join Swamp Head Brewery on Tuesday, September 23, for a night of bingo benefiting the Florida Trail Association, the nonprofit that develops and protects the Florida National Scenic Trail. Two 5-game sessions start at 6 PM and 7:15 PM — come for one or...

Line Dancing at Swamp Head Brewery

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join a boot scootin' good time on Wednesday, September 24th from 6-8 pm! Swamp Head Brewery welcomes instructor Lisa Spangler to the brewery for a *free* evening of line dancing. Lessons will be provided, and all skill levels are welcome to join. Wear your boots, bring your friends, and prepare...

Free

NYT’s Peter Goodman: Global Trade and Tariffs at UF Pugh Hall Ocora

Pugh Hall Ocora 241 Pugh Hall, Gainesville, FL, United States

Peter S. Goodman, global economics correspondent for The New York Times and author of How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain, will give a public talk on campus titled “The Reemergence of Place in Global Business.” The talk will take place at 5 p.m. on...

Free

Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Annual Mega Mixer at Celebration Pointe

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

The Leadership Gainesville Alumni Association in partnership with the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals have organized this event in Greater Gainesville in order to provide an evening of networking and collaboration. This is not only a great opportunity to connect with others but it also a great opportunity to learn more...

Free

Music Bingo Night at Blackadder Brewing

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

Colors Music Bingo! Thursday, September 25th at 7PM What it is & How it works: Music Bingo is a modern twist on traditional bingo, replacing numbers with songs. Mark off songs on your cards when you hear them to compete for prizes. This one is "Colors" themed which means either...

Event Series Drag Bingo at First Magnitude

Drag Bingo at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

🌈 Grab your friends and enjoy a game of bingo fit for a Qween with Drag Bingo in the First Magnitude beer garden. The Pride Center of North Central Florida will be selling bingo cards ($2 each of 3 for $5) and you’ll have the opportunity to win some awesome...

Free

Sugaray Rayford – Live Soul Music at Heartwood

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

Experience the unstoppable energy of Sugaray Rayford as he brings his powerhouse voice and electrifying stage presence to Heartwood Soundstage. A night of soul, funk, and blues you won’t forget!

$20

Swamp Head Brewery’s Oktoberfest

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Prost to good times: it's Oktoberfest at Swamp Head Brewery! Enjoy German beers, steins, sausages & live tunes. Festivities start at 4 p.m. with food from Stubbies, TommyKnockers and Uppercrust, music by Varsity Tuba Quartet and games like Sausage Toss, Stein-Holding and Oktoberfest Musical Chairs. Check the Swamp Head Brewery...

Event Series Art Walk Night at First Magnitude

Art Walk Night at First Magnitude

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

✨ It’s not every day that your beer comes with a side of live art, music, and creative connection, but it is every last Friday at First Magnitude! First Magnitude Brewing Company brings back Art Walk nights - a curated gathering of local artists and makers, live music, food trucks,...

Free

Sweetwater Print Co-operative 30th Anniversary: Sue Jester Retrospective

Sweetwater Print Co-operative 117 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Sweetwater Print Co-operative at an Artwalk Gainesville reception featuring a retrospective of the work of Sweetwater founder, Sue Jester, a superlative printmaker and an imaginative and prolific artist. The exhibit offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the many printmaking media Jester explored, and to...

Free

Folk and Indie Pop with The Currys and Singer-Songwriter Chelsea Saddler

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

Enjoy an evening of modern folk and indie pop with The Currys, known for their sharp storytelling, rich vocals and signature three-part harmonies. Their latest sound adds a guitar-driven edge while keeping the warmth fans love. St. Augustine singer-songwriter Chelsea Saddler opens the show with a soulful, roots-infused style.

$25 – $30

CircusPalooza with Swing Theory

Gainesville Circus Center 1925 NW 2nd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Gainesville Circus Center presents CircusPalooza with the Swing Theory band. The fourth annual Circus Palooza is a "live music circus show" featuring aerialists, dancers and a whole lot of swing. Tickets and showtimes available at gainesvillecircus.com. Funded in part by Visit Gainesville Alachua County and the City of Gainesville.

$20 – $25

Fall Festival at Butler Town Center

Butler Town Center 3217 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate fall at Butler Town Center's first-ever Fall Festival! This year’s celebration is Peanuts-inspired, bringing the charm of Charlie Brown, Snoopy and friends to Butler. Explore Butler Town Center (Sephora, Ford’s Garage, Anthropologie and more) and the Greenspace by P.F. Chang’s for a day full of fall fun. Games and...

Free