Local Author Book Signing “Humanity’s Hope:True Beginnings” at Barnes and Noble

Barnes & Noble 3728 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, United States

Get your copy of "Humanity's Hope:True Beginnings" and join the author in celebrating their first accomplishment as an author. Free autographs (if you have already purchased your book, bring it and it will get signed). Hardcover is $29.99 and paperback is $19.99, debit/credit, tap to pay, and cash accepted. Please...

Free

Fix Them All For the Animals Chili Cookoff & Music Fest at One Love Cafe

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

FIX THEM ALL’S ANNUAL FOR THE ANIMALS CHILI COOK-OFF AND MUSIC FESTIVAL! Join the fun and help the animals! Fix Them All’s Chili Cook-off and Music Festival will be held on October 25, 11am-4pm, One Love Café, in Gainesville. There will be 2 Chili Categories (the Professionals with CASI and...

$15

Fix Them All For the Animals Chili Cookoff and Music Fest at One Love Cafe

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

Join the fun and help the animals! Fix Them All’s Chili Cook-off and Music Festival will be held on October 25, 11am-4pm, at One Love Café, in Gainesville. There will be lots of Chili to taste, 3 Bands - The Shambles, Crooked Counsel and Couch Messiahs, Vendors, Raffles, Kids Zone,...

$15

Sips and Secrets: A Masquerade Wine Tasting at Raise Your Glass Wine Bar

Raise Your Glass Wine Bar 7415 NW 4th Blvd #30, Gainesville, United States

You are cordially invited to step into a world of mystery and indulgence at Sip & Secrets, an exclusive Masquerade Wine Tasting experience like no other. Unveil the hidden secrets of exceptional wines while you don your finest formal attire and mask for an evening of elegance, enchantment, and flavor....

$175

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Friends of the Library 430 N Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse the five-day sale, organized and presented by the all-volunteer Friends of the Library organization, offering over 500,000 gently used books of all genres, art, puzzles, games, movies, vinyl, CDs, magazines and more at bargain prices. Most items are priced $.25 to $4, on Tuesday every item is half-price and...

Fall Fest at Trinity United Methodist Church

Trinity United Methodist Church 4000 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

This annual Trinity tradition has something fun for everyone, including trunk-or-treating, tractor rides, games, food, and more. Hope to see you there!

Free

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Friends of the Library 430 N Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse the five-day sale, organized and presented by the all-volunteer Friends of the Library organization, offering over 500,000 gently used books of all genres, art, puzzles, games, movies, vinyl, CDs, magazines and more at bargain prices. Most items are priced $.25 to $4, on Tuesday every item is half-price and...

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale – Ten Cent Day

Friends of the Library 430 N Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse the five-day sale, organized and presented by the all-volunteer Friends of the Library organization, offering over 500,000 gently used books of all genres, art, puzzles, games, movies, vinyl, CDs, magazines and more at bargain prices. Most items are priced $.25 to $4, on Tuesday every item is half-price and...

Boos & Brews at Blackadder Bewing

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

Drink up Witches! It's time for Blackadder's 9th Annual Boos & Brews! Thursday, October 30th 6-9PM The limited edition Monster Cereal Killer beers will be tapped! One... Ah, Ah, Ah: Porter w/ Count Chocula Cereal & Cacao Nibs Frankly Speaking: Gose w/ Frankenberry Cereal & Strawberry Wine Must Hey Boo:...

The Gainesville Orchestra Presents “Harvest Gold”

Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience an evening with the Gainesville Orchestra and their season opener "Harvest Gold." Enjoy Tchaikovskey's powerful "Fifth," Florence Price and the Halloween-themed "The Sorcerer's Apprentice." The 2025-2026 season celebrates 250 years of cultural tapestry with performances at the Santa Fe College Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall.

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

Adult Trick or Treating: Neon Nights, October 30-31

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

Trick-or-treat with candy-inspired beers. Swamp Head Brewery ups the game with four nights in 2025. Expect glowing blacklights and Halloween-themed beers, limited-edition glassware (get there early), merch drops and surprises each night. Costumes are encouraged (bonus points for neon). Admission is free. Swamp Head Brewery’s Adult Trick-or-Treating takes place Friday,...

Tu Fiesta Radio Festival 2025

Alachua County Sports and Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Shine a spotlight on Latin culture at Tu Fiesta Radio Festival 2025 with live music, dance, food, family fun and featured artist “The Prince of Salsa” Luis Enrique. Experience performances from local and international artists, cultural showcases, kids’ activities and traditional cuisine.    

Vam and E.T. York Promising Artist: New Jazz Underground

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

Feel the pulse of hard-bop jazz brought to life by the New Jazz Underground. Deeply rooted in traditional jazz, they add their lively spirit to a classic style by infusing elements like hip-hop and Afro-Latin rhythms - without losing the music’s authentic swing and soul. These talented young artists have...

Perspectives in the Parks: Connecting Communities with the Outdoors at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center

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

Learn how to help communities benefit economically while promoting the enjoyment public lands. Presentation by Austin Burton. Join at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center on the first Sunday of each month for Perspectives in the Park, a monthly program featuring experts in their field sharing information on a variety of...

Free

Quartetto di Cremona

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

Celebrating 25 years of being one of the world’s preeminent string quartets, the Quartetto di Cremona are renowned for their lustrous sound and relaxed mastery. Their innovative approach to classical music showcases their dedication to bringing timeless pieces to life in new and exciting ways.

Sip, Savor and Shop: 12th Annual Women United Holiday Luncheon at Best Western Gateway Grand

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

Join the United Way for the 12th Annual Women United Holiday Luncheon & Shopping Event - a festive celebration of food, fun and philanthropy. Enjoy a delicious lunch while browsing unique holiday gifts from local vendors featuring handmade crafts, artisan jewelry, candles, and more. It’s the perfect way to support...

Florida: A History in Pictures

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

View highlights from the popular Facebook group “Florida: A History in Pictures,” with founders Jeff Davies and Mike McGinness. Learn how their group of 300,000 members inspired a bestselling book featuring photos from historical institutions, including the Matheson History Museum, and personal photos from the group’s members. Their presentation focuses...

Free

Closing Weekend of the Horrifically-Hilarious “Evil Dead: The Musical”

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

The classic cult films come to life on stage in one of the craziest, funniest and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time! Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash...

Tom Petty Weekend

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

Celebrate the life and legacy of Tom Petty with a weekend musical lineup headlined by The Wallflowers with Jake Thistle and Jeff Slate, Shine and the Shakers, The Ain't Sisters, Fortune Child, Morningbell and more. The official festival of Tom Petty Nation welcomes music fans from across the country and...