Viva Europe at Bo Diddley Plaza

Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Discover the charm of European culture at the Viva Europe annual festival. Join the UF Center for European Studies and learn more about European arts and culture with performances like Irish dancing, puppet shows, Turkish guitar, and more. Bring the kids for fun activities and crafts from around Europe. Admission...

Free

Butler Town Center’s Easter-Themed Celebration

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

Hop on over for an Easter stroll around Butler Town Center and enjoy tasty treats, entertainment and fun activities. Easter at Butler features face painting, a trackless train ride, digital treasure hunt, hair tinseling, live DJ and live music, giveaways and more. Admission is free.

Bazar ร€ La Carte Night Market at How Bazar

How Bazar 60 SW 2nd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

With one week left until the Big Culture and Arts Festival, this is the last night market of the spring. With over 100 vendor booths, this is the largest market yet. Browse food vendors, clothing, jewelry, plants, furniture, records, art and more.

Dance Alive National Ballet presents “Romeo and Juliet”

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

Fall in love a timeless classic as Dance Alive National Ballet presents "Romeo and Juliet." The great Shakspearian tragedy is brought to life by the late Tom Pazik. The heartbreaking feud between the Capulets and Montagues results in the doomed loversโ€™ deaths and a sad reconciliation for the families. Family...

Rock with Rehash and 0 Miles Per Hour at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Indoor Show-Standing Room with limited seating, All Ages โšกRehashโšก Spotify: https://shorturl.at/jjIer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rehash.ok TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rehash.ok Rehash is a rock band out of south Florida that started as two high schoolers making music in a bedroom. โšก0 Miles Per Hourโšก Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bWwMb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/0milesperhourband TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@0milesperhourband 0 Miles Per Hour is...

$15 โ€“ $20

Amaryn Olmeda

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

Experience a commanding performance with violin prodigy Amaryn Olmeda. Winner of first prize and the audience choice award at the 24th Annual Sphinx Competition, violinist Amaryn Olmeda is a rising star sought after for her bold and expressive performances as a soloist and collaborator. She won her first competition at...

Gainesville’s John Prine Music Matinee

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

Celebrate the life and music of a legendary songwriter at the first annual John Prine Music Matinee. Heartwood Soundstage hosts this special event, featuring an incredible lineup of local and regional artists performing exclusively John Prine songs. Musical acts include Mike Amish, Shiloh, Michael Claytor, Barry Sides, Ric Kaestner, Kyle...

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Spring Fling Food Truck Rally at Magnolia Parke

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

One Love Cafe presents the Spring Fling Food Truck Rally. This event is dog-friendly and family-friendly. Enjoy diverse menus from a variety of food trucks and a full bar at One Love Cafe. The Big Magnolia Company entertains with blues and rock from the patio stage. Admission is free.

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk

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

Join the Alachua Audubon Society for a monthly bird walk that begins and ends at First Magnitude Brewing Company. Volunteers guide participants from the brewery to the nature trail at Depot Park and backโ€”wrapping up at one of Gainesvilleโ€™s favorite local hangouts. All skill levels are welcome. Bring binoculars or...

Bard and Broadside North Central Florida Poetry Festival, April 10-13

Multiple Locations Located in Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, United States

Join a diverse and dynamic community of artists at North Central Floridaโ€™s premier festival dedicated to the art of poetry. In honor of National Poetry Month and the Bicentennial Founding of Alachua County, this yearโ€™s theme is โ€œWhere We Live: DISCOVER 200.โ€ Experience an exciting lineup of events across multiple...

Free

Curated Spring Dinner at Bingo Deli and Pub

Bingo Deli and Pub 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

After having so much fun during Valentineโ€™s Day, Chef has crafted a special seasonal Spring Dinner. Welcome spring with a carefully curated multi-course dinner made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Suggestions for specialty cocktails and natural wines. Bingo Deli and Pub would love to serve you. Call, DM, or ask at...

Museum Nights: Silver Linings

Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate shared creativity and cultural expression at Museum Nights: Finding Silver Linings, featuring the acclaimed traveling exhibition "Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection."ย  The evening includes poetry, dance and step performances, spoken word, gallery talks, art-making activities, and informational booths hosted by UF fraternities, sororities, and campus groups. Artist-in-Residence...

Free

UpStage with Las Guaracheras

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

Las Guaracheras is a salsa band hailing from the city of Cali, Colombia, that is lifting female voices in the Afro-Latin music scene. Their music is about joy, memory, and transformation backed by vibraphone, percussion, bass, piano, and vocals. Good luck sitting still when this irresistible Latina band takes the...

Spring Plant Sale

Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse 100 species of difficult-to-find and pollinator-friendly plants at the Florida Museum of Natural History Spring Plant Saleย  at the University of Florida Cultural Plaza. Accent, host, native and nectar plants are available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Florida Museumโ€™s educational programming. While the museum is currently closed for...

Wombash 25 at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Wombash 25 is the birthday celebration for local radio station WMBT 90.1FM. The event will take place at First Magnitude on Friday April 11th starting at 6pm. The night starts with an acoustic set with Ricky, Michael and Maggie. Music continues with Ceramicats, Trustfall, Harber Wynn and Madwoman. Sooza will...

Free

Wine & Cheese with Easy Crew at Serpentine

Serpentine 209 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Friday April 11 at 7pm ๐ŸŽต ๐Ÿท ๐Ÿง€ WINE AND CHEESE ๐Ÿง€ ๐Ÿท ๐ŸŽต ๐ŸŽต featuring Chill Reggae Vibes by ๐ŸŽต ๐ŸŽต ๐ŸŽต ๐ŸŽต EASY CREW 352 ๐ŸŽต ๐ŸŽต ๐ŸŽต ๐Ÿง€ Optional $10 Cheese Tasting by ๐Ÿง€ ๐Ÿง€ ๐Ÿง€ ๐Ÿง€ THE SALTY COW ๐Ÿง€ ๐Ÿง€ ๐Ÿง€ ๐Ÿท Optional $15 Natural...

UpStage with Birth of the Cool

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

Follow these ambassadors of jazz on a toe-tapping expedition through the iconic era of jazz in an exploration of the late Miles Davis and trumpet greats like Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan, and Clark Terry. Kick back while these top-shelf musicians serve as your guides, bringing to life the sophisticated sounds...

Big: Culture and Arts Festival, April 11-12

Multiple Locations Located in Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, United States

Step right up to the highly anticipated Big: Culture & Arts Festival! The Big: Culture & Arts Festival returns for its third year, bringing a weekend of music, art, and community to downtown Gainesville. Hosted by Dion Dia and How Bazar, the two-day celebration features live performances from a wide...