North Central Blues Society 2025 Showcase

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

Experience four of North Florida’s finest traditional blues performers, co-headlining the 2025 Gainesville Blues Showcase. The North Central Florida Blues Society is excited to host Little Mike & the Tornadoes, Dr Jules’ Cool Blues, JC & the Backscratchers and Sheba the Mississippi Queen & the Bluesmen.  

$25 – $30
Event Series Live Local Bands

Live Local Bands at The Great Outdoors Restaurant

The Great Outdoors Restaurant 18587 High Springs Main St, High Springs, United States

Live Local Music Bands play on outside on the patio at The Great Outdoors Restaurant in High Springs Florida every week. Come support local musicians while enjoying fine American cuisine at the historic central location in the heart of High Springs Florida.

Free

Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus 3rd Friday Concert at St. Patrick Catholic Church

St. Patrick Catholic Church 500 NE 16th Ave., Gainesville, United States

You're invited to a special performance by the Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus. Bring a friend and enjoy an evening of harmony and community. Admission is free.

A free will offering will be taken up for the performers of the concert

UpStage at the Phillips Center with Tyreek McDole

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

Tyreek McDole brings his deep, bluesy vocals and a seriously swinging jazz band to UpStage. A Florida native, he has taken the New York and international music scenes by storm, being recognized as only the second male winner of the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. McDole breathes life...

flipturn Lead Singer Dillon Basse at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Dillon Basse is the lead singer of the Florida-based indie rock band flipturn. He will be performing an evening of his original music.

$25.99

UpStage at the Phillips Center with The Jacob Jolliff Band

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

The Jacob Jolliff Band stands at the forefront of newgrass with their progressive style and eclectic influences. Led by Jacob Jolliff, one of the world’s premier mandolin players, the band combines traditional bluegrass with pop, jazz, and even Celtic influences. Their performances are a journey to amazing harmonic and improvisation...

Sing for the Sun: A Concert Celebrating Sun Day at Wesley United Methodist Church

Wesley United Methodist Church 826 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

A concert celebrating SUN DAY - a national day of action to celebrate the power of clean energy. Local performers including the Caring and Sharing School, 1000 Voices Quintet, Leo Nico, Jerry Carris, Mandy Fugate and friends, and the GNV Ukulele Club. Presented by Climate Reality Project GNV Area Chapter,...

Free

Sugaray Rayford – Live Soul Music at Heartwood

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

Experience the unstoppable energy of Sugaray Rayford as he brings his powerhouse voice and electrifying stage presence to Heartwood Soundstage. A night of soul, funk, and blues you won’t forget!

$20

Folk and Indie Pop with The Currys and Singer-Songwriter Chelsea Saddler

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

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.

$25 – $30

Rock with The Hails at Vivid Music Hall

Vivid Music Hall 201 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Rock with the unique indie-pop rock sound of The Hails with Edgehill, Oceanic and Jupiter Bloom. GA and balcony seating available. Ages 18 and up.  

Alt-Rock with Parrotfish, Madwoman and Dogs Can Wear Hats at The Wooly

The Wooly 20 N Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Come see Parrotfish, Madwoman, and Visit Neptune at The Wooly on September 28th. Parrotfish will be playing "The Implication," "Miami," and all of their other favorites and latest music. Tickets are now on sale, join the party! 🎉

$12

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 a master storyteller, a demon on the harp, a well-versed musician and, above all, a showman extraordinaire with JW Gilmore. He has been playing harmonica for over 20 years and keeps audiences laughing, smiling and dancing into the night. JW Gilmore will be joined on the patio by Beulah...

Free

Southern Rock with JJ Grey and Mofro

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...

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

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

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...

Dad Rock with 352 Experience at Tioga Town Center

Tioga Town Center 133 SW 130th Way, Newberry, FL, United States

Enjoy 352 Experience Live at Tioga Town Center for the first time! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and come enjoy the music under the stars on Friday, October 10th from 7-10 pm. This is a free outdoor concert, open to the public. 352 Experience is a local Gainesville community...

Free