Blues on the Patio with JW Gilmore and Friends

A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center 1013 NW 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience the master storyteller and showman JW Gilmore. For over 20 years he has wielded the harmonica, keeping audiences laughing, smiling and dancing into the night. JW Gilmore will be joined on the patio by Beulah Mae and Professor Quasar. Admission is free.

Free

Southern Rock with JJ Grey and Mofro at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Experience a powerful voice with a blend of southern soul, rock and blues at Heartwood Soundstage. JJ Grey and Mofro are known for gritty vocals and deeply personal songwriting. Themes of redemption, rebirth and good times are on display. Many songs are steeped in the mythical Southern stories of his...

Gators Game Day Locker Room Tours

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Gators football with a guided 30-minute tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and South End Zone Football Complex. Walk through the players’ locker room and visit the stadium field level. Tours run throughout the afternoon from noon to 5 p.m. Book your tour...

$30 – $50

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

Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Gear up for fun and learning with your littles at your local 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. Exploring Fossils: in this session of the Prehistoric Life series, children will check out...

Wheatus (acoustic) at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Blend pop, rock and clever lyrics with a special acoustic set by Wheatus frontman Brendan B. Brown. Wheatus burst onto the scene in 2000 with their hit "Teenage Dirtbag," which topped charts in Australia and reached the top 10 in the UK and Germany. Opening the night is Gabrielle Sterbenz,...

$25 – $37

Timucua Language and Culture: Understanding Alachua County’s Native Heritage

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

Uncover Timucua language and culture. Who were the Native people of Alachua County? The correct answer depends on the time period, but when the Spanish arrived, the Timucua people were the residents of this region. Due to recent progress in reading and understanding the Timucua language, Native documents can now...

Free
Buchholz High School Players Present Six: Teen Edition

Buchholz High School Players Present “Six: Teen Edition,” October 2-12

Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

The global musical phenomenon SIX is getting a royal remix for young performers! Buchholz High School is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of "SIX: Teen Edition," a specially adapted version of the smash-hit West End and Broadway musical that has captivated audiences around the world. Written by Toby Marlow...

“The Roses” at the Hippdrome Cinema, October 2-12

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

Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy (Olivia Coleman) and Theo (Benedict Cumberbatch): successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing - as Theo’s career nosedives while Ivy’s own ambitions take off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and...

Football Fridays (UF vs. Texas) at Swamp Head Brewery

Get ready for the ultimate pre-game party! Join Swamp Head Brewery every Friday before every Gator home game for Football Fridays, a celebration like no other. They've got everything you need to kick off your game day weekend properly. Live Music: High Water Line 6-9 pm Join Swamp Head Brewery...

Pack the Dome | Florida Volleyball vs. Auburn

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

Gator Fans, make sure to pack the dome next Friday at 7pm as Gators Volleyball takes on the Auburn Tigers. Don't miss out on your opportunity to walk home with Taylor Swift t-shirts, a pair of football tickets or a brand new scooter (UF Students Only). Pick up your tickets...

$11
Mean Girls Jr

“Mean Girls Jr” at Lincoln Middle School, October 3-12

Lincoln Middle School 1001 SE 12th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Lincoln Middle School and Troupe 88521 presents Mean Girls Jr, a family friendly version of the iconic film. Showtimes: October 3,4,9, 10 and 11th at 7pm. October 5 & October 12 at 3pm.

Singer-Songwriter Paul Thorn with Kristopher James at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Catch night of songs and stories with Paul Thorn with Kristopher James inside the listening room at Heartwood. American Blues Scene writer Don Wilcock calls Thorn “an everyman (who) addresses things we all think about, but few can articulate with the kind of candor, humor and folksy truth that immediately...

$30

Funk and Psych-Pop with Magic City Hippies with Rohna at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Don’t miss a night of dancing and live music with Magic City Hippies and Rohna. Miami’s Magic City Hippies bring their sun-soaked blend of funk, psych-pop, and indie grooves to Gainesville. Known for high-energy performances at festivals like Bonnaroo and ACL, the trio tours behind Enemies (2025), their groove-driven breakup...

$27.20
Halloween Costume Sale

Dance Alive National Ballet Great Halloween Costume Sale at Pofahl Studios

Pofahl Studios 1325 NW 2nd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Find great adult and children's costumes at the 26th annual Great Halloween Costume Sale presented by Dance Alive and The Next Generation. Browse hip-hop, jazz, ballet, contemporary, tap costumes and prom dresses for everyone, some never worn with retail prices of $75. This sale is a great way to pick...

Free

Perspectives in the Park – Keep on Burnin’: The History of Wildland Fire in Florida at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center

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

Fire has shaped the landscapes of Florida for thousands of years! Indigenous peoples skillfully used fire for many reasons long before European settlers arrived and adopted the practice. In the 20th century, however, the U.S. government promoted fire suppression, turning once-open forests into overgrown tinderboxes. Thankfully, science brought fire back...

Free

Violinist Maria Ioudenitch

Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

See this phenomenal young artist before she becomes a household name! Originally from Russia, where she began playing violin at age 3, Maria Ioudenitch pours her heart into every note. Expect comfortable and familiar classics along with exciting, lesser-known compositions. During her visit, Maria will also share her talent with...

The Chicken Carnival at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Enjoy an afternoon of Latin music, dance classes and Latin food at the The Chicken Carnival Festival. The Black Mango Band performs merengue, salsa, bachata, cumbia and Latin American rock. It is a musical and family festival with karaoke contests in addition to presenting exquisite Hispanic gastronomy.

North Central Florida Blues Society Blues Challenge

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

Discover which band will represent North Central Florida in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. An affiliate of the Blues Foundation, the North Central Florida Blues Society holds a regional competition, which allows for a winning band, solo/duo, and self-produced CD to compete as a representative of the North Central...

$13.12

Indie Folk with Arts Fishing Club at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Arts Fishing Club is a Nashville-based indie-folk band known for their energetic live performances and heartfelt lyricism. Led by Christopher Kessenich, the band blends elements of rock, folk, and indie music, often compared to bands like Mt. Joy and Wilderado. Their music captures a sense of adventure and camaraderie, reflecting...

$18.75