KennaDee Acoustic at Mother’s Pub and Grill

Mother's Pub & Grill North 5109 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join KennaDee for an evening of good food, great fun, and acoustic fan favorites! Savor delicious bites, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and sing-along to your favorite tunes. It’s the perfect recipe for a fantastic time! Don’t miss it!

Free

Singer-Songwriter Cam Wheaton at Tioga Town Center

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

Enjoy music under the stars at Tioga Concert Night. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for a performance from Cam Wheaton featuring a diverse selection of songs from country to rock. Make the most of the outdoor concert with dinner and a drink from one of the restaurants in Tioga...

Young Musicians Showcase at Unity of Gainesville

Unity of Gainesville 8801 NW 39th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Come out and celebrate the talent of Gainesville’s young musicians at Unity of Gainesville's second Live Young Musicians Showcase. It’s an evening dedicated to creativity, community and the next generation of young local artists. This month’s featured performers are known for their fresh sound and energetic presence. After the performance,...

$5

Pink Pony Night at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Giddy up and glitter up for Pink Pony Night - Heartwood Soundstage’s high-camp country dance party. 8 - 9 p.m.: Happy Hour — sip specials and meet your fellow ponies 9 - 10 p.m.: Learn to line dance with Tyger — no experience needed! 10 p.m. - midnight: Dance party...

$10 – $15

Blues with Selwyn Birchwood and Ramblin’ Mutts

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

Experience a blistering performance with the award-winning blues musician Selwyn Birchwood. The guitarist, lap steel player, songwriter and vocalist is rooted in tradition while delivering a singular sound and style all his own. Selwyn Birchwood and his band blend deep blues, psychedelic rock, funk and sweet Southern soul. Ramblin' Mutts plays...

Dauzat St. Marie at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Experience the powerful Americana duo Dauzat St. Marie inside the listening room at Heartwood Soundstage. This seasoned musical power union between Heather St. Marie and Mat Dauzat weaves soulful Americana tapestries in the form of song - captivating audiences far and wide with their lockstep harmonies and electrifying stage presence....

$15 – $20

SUSTO Stringband at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Experience emotional storytelling with Justin Osborne’s rich, Appalachian sound of the SUSTO Stringband. Backed by Holler Choir’s lush harmonies and traditional string arrangements, this unique performance blends pastoral beauty with lyrical depth.

$20 – $25

Pitch Perfect at the Pointe Karaoke Party at Celebration Pointe

Celebration Pointe 3528 SW 45th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Pitch Perfect at the Pointe - Karaoke Party! Get ready to sing your heart out at Celebration Pointe’s karaoke party! Co-hosted with KISS 105.3 FM, Gainesville’s No. 1 Hit Music Station, and Lavelle Productions, this high-energy night is your chance to shine on stage or cheer on your...

Free

Early Bird Metal Show at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Nibiru and Northwood are home for an early bird show at Heartwood Soundstage with the bone-rattling Sardaukar from Ocala.

Blues and Swing with Toots Lorraine and The Traffic with Root Redemption Duo

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

Hop on a sonic locomotive of hollow-body guitars, harmonica, piano and reverb-soaked grooves with Toots Lorraine & The Traffic presented by the North Central Florida Blues Society. The evening blends classic covers from legends like Big Mama Thornton and Howlin’ Wolf with original songs that feel like long-lost Memphis Minnie...

$20

Outdoor Dance Party with Latin Music from Elio Piedra

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

Grab your dancing shoes and enjoy Latin dance music under the stars! Back by popular demand, Tu Fiesta Radio presents Elio Piedra at Tioga Town Center. The multi-talented musician, drummer, entertainer, singer, arranger and composer promises a night of dancing and fun. Arrive early for a drink and enjoy dinner...

Chamber-Folk with The Wire Birds at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Experience original folk songs featuring close harmonies and a string quintet with The Wire Birds. Recently produced songs focus almost exclusively on stories, places and themes based in Florida. The Wire Birds are composed of Dan Stepp - guitar and vocals, Emma Rynear - vocals, Gabi Shapiro - bass, Dan...

$15 – $18

Ceremony of Sound at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Discover the impact of music as a ceremonial tool with Heartwood Production Manager, Paul Boharski, as he combines his training in sound engineering and traditional healing practices to create an evocative educational experience that will change your relationship with music. Learn about the history and identity of music as a...

$33

Teen Open Mic at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Come out to Heartwood for a free Teen Open Mic Night hosted by We Rock Gainesville in the soundstage. Sign up in advance to perform by emailing admin@werockgainesville.com to guarantee yourself a spot.

Free

Young at Heart Open Mic & Karaoke Night

Unity of Gainesville 8801 NW 39th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Calling all young performers aged 13 to 18. Join an unforgettable evening of creativity and talent at Unity of Gainesville's Young at Heart Open Mic & Karaoke Night. Whether you're a singer, poet, comedian, or musician, this is your moment to shine! What to Expect: A supportive and welcoming environment...

$5

Folk Music with Grant Peeples and Passerine at Heartwood Soundstage

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

A self-described “tree-hugger that watches NASCAR,” Grant Peeples is known for his axe-sharp socio-political tunes, raucous humor and heart-gigging ballads. He is the recipient of the Focus Foundation Award for Creative Excellence, which cited the “humor, compassion and wisdom of his songs,” and their “unflinching social insight and cultural acuity.”...

Voices Rising Community Chorus Fall Term New Singer Registration at Oak Hall School

Oak Hall School 1700 SW 75th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Show off your vocal skills as Voices Rising Community Chorus holds new singer registration for the fall term on August 3. Drop in anytime 6 - 7:30 p.m. This intergenerational chorus is open to adults and to youth age 8 and up. The only requirement is the ability to “carry...

Concert and Lecture “Reflections of Practice” with Dr. Julian Saporiti (No-No Boy) and Dr. Maggie Clifford at 117 Venue

117 117 NW 16th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Learn about the utility and impact of songwriting for academic research with a discussion and live performances from Dr. Julian Saporiti (No-No Boy) and Dr. Maggie Clifford. The University of Florida hosts Dr. Saporiti for a one-week multidisciplinary residency, including a special concert and lecture at Pulp Arts' new 117 venue....

Free

Country Show with Brandon Bing, Ryan Nelson, Allen Higgs at Heartwood

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

Experience a night of gritty, high-energy country music with Brandon Bing and special guests Ryan Nelson and Allen Higgs. Raised in Florida, Brandon Bing brings his signature Black Dirt Music—an outlaw blend of Southern storytelling, soul and grit to the Heartwood Soundstage listening room. From heartbreak to wild nights, his...

$20 – $25