Cannesville: A Celebration of the Cannes Film Festival at the Hippodrome Cinema, May 16-17

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

Cannesville is a celebration of films across several decades that have been recognized at the prestigious international Cannes Film Festival. Friday, May 16 features “La Haine.” The French social thriller follows three young men in the 24-hour aftermath of a violent urban riot in the Parisian suburbs.   Saturday, May...

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. Discover a world of treasures and delights at this vibrant community event, featuring: • Gorgeous plants to brighten your home • Unique crystals to inspire and sparkle • Yard sale gems waiting to be uncovered • Pre-loved clothing with style and stories •...

Free

World Tree Kangaroo Day

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

Hop on over to Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo for day of discovery and meet a rare and majestic marsupial. The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is home to the Matschie's tree kangaroo, an endangered species native to a small area of Papua New Guinea. Zookeepers give keeper talks, introduce...

Fifth Avenue Arts Festival, May 17 and 18

Santa Fe College Blount Center 401 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate the culture, history, and community 45th Annual 5th Avenue Arts Festival. This beloved two-day festival brings together local artists, performers, and vendors in celebration of the historic Fifth Avenue and Pleasant Street neighborhoods. Enjoy live music and performances, stunning artwork and crafts from local artists, delicious food trucks and...

Free

May Day Festival at Monteocha Park

Monteocha Park 803 NW 192 Ave., Gainesville, United States

Enjoy a family friendly weekend at the annual May Day festival. Bring a chair and relax all day with food, music and great vibes. Popup tents are allowed at the perimeter of the festival only.

An Evening with Frederick Douglass and Captain John Brown

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the University of Florida Performing Arts driveway theatre project for "An Evening with Frederick Douglass and Captain John Brown." The production, starring Shamrock McShane, Pamela D. Marshall, and E. Stanley Richardson, weaves together a searing dramatic history lesson to reveal the complex friendship, struggle, and heroism of two comrades...

Free

Carnival for Pace at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

First Magnitude presents a carnival-themed event to support Pace Center for Girls, Alachua. The event is free and open to the public. There will be carnival games, popcorn, cotton candy, and more. Plus the great local beer that you know and love from FM Brewing. Join a fun afternoon celebrating...

Free

Jazz with Swing Theory at One Love Cafe

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

Enjoy good food, good vibes and live music from the outdoor patio stage at One Love Cafe.

Annasemble Spring Concert at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Gainesville

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Gainesville 4225 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL, United States

All are invited to join Annasemble for their 2025 Spring Concert with the theme: "The Environment and Us". Music through the ages reflects how everyone is intertwined with the environment; giving reverence to the world we live in. Early music to Scandinavian music of this day and age. They hope...

Free

Read, Art, and Jam Kid’s Festival at Luxe Creative Space

Luxe Creative Space 2444 NE 1st Blvd., Gainesville, United States

Celebrate creativity and literacy at the Read, Art, and Jam Kid’s Festival. Enjoy live readings, games, prizes, art activities, and more. Featured guests include local authors Kyra Todd and Sheena Brewer, youth host Jazzy Jazz, and young entrepreneurs Adis, Asher, Autumn, and Avianna Stevenson. Hosted by artist Harry Todd and...

Acoustic Duo 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 us as we welcome back Michael Robinson and Will Ellis to the brewery on Sunday, May 18th at 4PM. The duo will be playing in support of this month’s charity partner, Junior League of...

Virtuosic Guitarist Kyran Daniel

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

Experience an unforgettable evening of masterful acoustic guitar with Kyran Daniel, acclaimed composer and protégé of Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel. Known for his emotive style and technical brilliance, Kyran Daniel has performed on stages worldwide. His debut album "Per Se" became a landmark in the acoustic guitar world. Now returning...

$20 – $25

New at the Cade Museum: Mindbender Mansion

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...

Special Comedy Night -Trevor Glassman at Daft Cow Brewery

Daft Cow Brewery 13800 Tech City Circle, Alachua, FL, United States

Trevor Glassman - the stand up comedy you’ve seen on ESPN & HULU - is hitting Daft Cow Brewery for one night only! Known for his clean, high-energy comedy, Trevor brings the laughs without the cringe. Whether you’re 21 or 81, you’re in for a night of non-stop fun that’ll...

$15 – $25

Charity Bingo Night at Blackadder Brewing

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

Time for some B-I-N-G-O! Thursday, May 22nd at 7PM. Join Blackadder Brewing  for an evening of fun to benefit charity partner, Junior League of Gainesville! 8 rounds of play with prizes each round. Fun! Beer! Food! Food truck on site for event: Twisted Tikka

Opening Weekend for “The Play That Goes Wrong,” May 23 – June 8

Gainesville Community Playhouse 4039 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Laugh out loud when the Cornley Drama Society tries to stage a classic whodunnit only to face one disaster after another. Props go missing, scenery falls apart, actors trip on stage, the leading lady becomes unconscious, and a corpse can't stay dead. Find out if the accident-prone actors can make...

NCAA Softball Championship Gainesville Super Regional

Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the N0. 3 national seed Florida Gators take on the Georgia Bulldogs for a spot in the Women's College World Series! The best-of-three series starts Friday, May 23 at 11 a.m. followed by game two on Saturday, May 24 at 11 a.m. Sunday's schedule will be announced if necessary....

$10