Science Surprises: Exploring the Water Cycle

Archer Library Branch 12598 State Hwy 45, Archer, FL, United States

Splash into Science with us at the library! Our neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands. Perfect for elementary-aged learners looking for something new to do. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions aimed at bringing core science concepts to K-8 students in an...

HuDost with (V)owls at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Experience the refined wildness of HuDost, an alt-folk, electric-Americana, world-rock ensemble whose music bridges cultures and hearts. Winners of the Independent Music Award for Social Action Song, this Canadian duo infuses their artistry with a passionate commitment to social justice advocacy. Opening the show are local favorites, (V)owls.

$20 – $25
Event Series Thursday Night Swing Dancing

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,...

Free

Science Surprises: Make a Pooter

Tower Road Library Branch 3020 SW 75 St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Step into the shoes of a scientist and make your own research tools at your local 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,...

Event Series Free Fridays Concert Series

Free Fridays Concert Series – Random Kats

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

Kick off your weekend with live music under the stars at Gainesville’s iconic Free Fridays Concert Series! This week, Random Kats takes the stage, delivering a lively mix of folk, rock, and country hits. Known for their upbeat energy and crowd-pleasing setlist, Random Kats is the perfect soundtrack for a...

Pulp Presents Electronic Music with Sam Prekop (The Sea & Cake), MSHR, and Eric Lanham at 117

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

Sam Prekop's boundless imagination is guided by his strong sense of melody. For more than 25 years, as a solo artist or as part of The Sea And Cake, Prekop creates a singular sound inventive and warm. His distinctive vocals, guitar playing and work on modular analog synthesizers are inventive,...

$15

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Depot Park 200 SE Depot Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Free

Alachua County Farmers Market

Alachua County Farmers Market 5920 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on...

Haile Farmers Market

Haile Village Center 9116 SW 51st Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery 16919 SW 15th Ave., Newberry, United States

Grab fresh vegetables and support local vendors in one stop at the Saturday Farm Market. Open Saturdays during the growing season (October - July), the market features farm fresh produce and plants from Sweet Roots Organics, pasture raised meat from Marcinek Farms, stoneware pottery from Mud Slinger Studio, goat milk...

Garden Tour, hosted by the Gainesville Garden Club

Garden Curious? explore 3 amazing gardens (all within walking distance of each other). Meet the garden owners, explore the beautiful spaces and meet other curious guests. Then gather for lunch (Adam's Rib BBQ) at the Gainesville Garden Club, and an opportunity to explore our lovely grounds and mid-century modern club...

$30

Cade Museum Turns 7 Birthday Bash

The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Bring the whole family and help the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention celebrate seven years of sparking innovation—and many more to come! Enjoy free admission and a day filled with goodie bags for early guests, a petting zoo, and hands-on crafts like slime-making and birthday-themed art. Special guests from...

Floridiana Festival & Marketplace at the Matheson History Museum

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

Step into a world of vintage Florida flair at the Matheson History Museum’s Floridiana Festival & Marketplace. Browse a curated selection of Florida souvenirs, artifacts, art, and more inside the main museum building. Outdoors in Sweetwater Park, enjoy live music, food trucks, historical demonstrations, and community organizations. The festival kicks...

Free
Event Series HIGH SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

High Springs Historical Society Museum 23760 NW 187th Ave., High Springs, FL, United States

Located in the old school building behind City Hall, High Springs Historical Museum features local history from the 1890s with an operating diorama of 1948 Atlantic Coastline train yard. There's fun for kids with the interactive Thomas train and Cranky.

Free
Event Series Maker Workshops

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Engage in hands-on maker sessions to build and create using a variety of materials, electronics, and coding platforms. Each week has a different theme and provides an opportunity to take part in STEAM-activities like 3D modeling, basic coding, and more! These workshops are designed for people age 9 and up....

“No No No No Limits” Art Show Opening Reception at Pennant Place

Pennant Place 928 NW 21st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Public Reception Food and Drinks Free! About: In No No No No Limits, viewers can imagine a thriving, adaptable future shaped by care, resistance, and play. Selina Doroshenko transforms upcycled athletic fabrics into sculptural banners screen-printed with syllables from “no limits” to reframe language as a modular, empowering tool. Rooted...

Free