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It's time for the ART's biggest fundraiser of the year! Tasty refreshments, entertainment, great company, and a good cause – what better way to spend a summer Saturday night in Gainesville? Enjoy scenes from the ART’s upcoming 44th season, hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine, and a silent auction featuring products...
✨Midsummer Night Shimmy ✨🌙 August 23rd 7-9PM ✨A celebration of wonder, illusion, and the joy of belly dance. Where rhythm blurs the lines between reality and magic, and every movement is a dream shared in community. The ever-so-talented belly dancers, Najmah & Karen will be showcasing their art along with...
Winyah’s live performances are a testament to their distinctive blend of indie and southern rock, featuring electrifying guitar solos and soulful vocals reminiscent of icons like Led Zeppelin, The Backseat Lovers, and flipturn. The band draws its name from Winyah Bay, a cherished landmark in their hometown where all five...
Join SPARC352 to celebrate the close of the SPARC Place artist residency program, providing studio space for community artists and musicians. Meet the artists, enjoy performances and kid's activities as a part of Gainesville Artwalk. Light refreshments will be available. This pilot program is brought to Gainesville in partnership with...
Celebrate 35 years of the UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine program at the opening gallery reception "Continuum." The exhibit explores the rich and vibrant journey of the Arts in Medicine program through artwork made by patients, care partners, healthcare workers, and community members. With featured works including art from...
It’s a High School Musical 2 summer! Join Bop to the Top Tour for a celebration of Disney Channel playing HSM, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock, The Cheetah Girls, Lemonade Mouth and more songs from your favorite Disney stars! The outdoor concert includes Battle of the Sharpay’s, We’re All In This...
Celebrate the legacy of Jimmy Buffett with Parrotheads, Fruitcakes and lovers of great music and good vibes. The inaugural Jimmy Buffett Fest - The Labor Day Weekend Show, is a heartfelt tribute concert honoring the life, music and legacy of the legendary Jimmy Buffett. Local artists perform tropical favorites and...
Step into the shoes of a scientist and make your own research tools at the library! Out in the field, researchers use special tools to explore the natural world. Learn how to make and use these neat tools yourself. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions, perfect...
Party like it's the 1990s with rock band Big Sky at Heartwood Soundstage. Big Sky burst out of Gainesville’s college scene in the early ’90s with a rare commitment to all-original music, skipping the usual cover band route and diving straight into high-energy live shows. They quickly built a devoted...
This presentation by Nigel Rudolph explores how restoring historic African American cemeteries in Florida reclaims sacred landscapes that have been neglected or abandoned, returning dignity to those who came before us. This vital work recovers invaluable genealogical records, cultural traditions, and community stories essential to understanding Florida's complete history. Join...
Be transported to New York's bohemian East Village during the 1990s for a powerful and poignant stage production of "RENT. Follow a group of friends and artists as they navigate the challenges of love, loss and survival amidst the AIDS epidemic. "RENT" celebrates life, love, and the resilience of the...
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...
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.
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...
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,...
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 be read from the colonial...
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 from the colonial period can now be...
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...
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...
Celebrate the arrival of fall right in the heart of downtown Gainesville! The City of Gainesville is thrilled to invite you to the inaugural Great Pumpkin Bash at Bo Diddley Plaza. Enjoy a variety of festive activities including a corn maze, games, pumpkin patch, delicious food, face painting, a themed...
