NHRA Division 2 “Baby Gators” at Gainesville Raceway

Gainesville Raceway 11211 N CR 225, Gainesville, FL, United States

The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Southeast Division arrives at Gainesville Raceway for five days of racing in the "Baby Gators." Drivers earn points towards divisional, regional and national championships as well as a chance at a share of the year-end purse of more than $500,000.  

Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show

Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd., Newberry, FL, United States

Experience the dedication and talent of young agriculturalists at the Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show. This annual event showcases the hard work of local 4-H and FFA youth as they present a variety of projects, from livestock and poultry to creative crafts and farm products. Explore educational exhibits,...

Spring Arts Festival at The Shoppes at Thornebrook

Shoppes at Thornebrook 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse artist booths and explore the park-like setting of The Shoppes at Thornebrook. The two-day festival showcases a diverse range of talented artists across various mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, glass, fiber arts, wood carvings, pottery, jewelry and more. Delicious dining options include Thornebrook staples like Bageland, Esperanza's, Mini Momo,...

Free

The Little Mermaid Jr. at Santa Fe High School

Santa Fe High School Auditorium 16213 NW US Hwy 441, Alachua, United States

Join Alachua Children's Theatre for the production of the Little Mermaid Jr. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit AlachuaChildrensTheatre.com   

$15.00

NY Dog and Cat Film Festivals at the Hippodrome Cinema

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

Watch entertaining and inspiring stories about dogs and cats at the Hippodrome Cinema. Showtimes for the NY Dog Film Festival are Sunday, March 2, 1 p.m. and Saturday, March 8, 3:30 p.m. The NY Cat Film Festival showtimes are Sunday, March 2, 3:3o p.m. and Saturday, March 8, 1 p.m. A...

AM/FM Music Festival: 25 Bands, 3 Stages in Downtown Gainesville

The Bull 18 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate Gainesville’s dynamic music scene with 25 acts performing across three stages at The Bull, Loosey's and How Bazar. The lineup features local favorites such as Spirit Tramp, itsQObaby, Marshal Patrick, localhotboy, A Sunroom, Jackie (of My Favorite Animal), Jenarchy, Mei, Quil Darling, Dude, Chill, Cienfuegos, and more. Admission is...

Free

Wii Sports Tournament at the Hippodrome Theatre

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Hippodrome for a Wii Sports Tournament hosted by Dante Downey. Pick your game: Bowling, Boxing or Tennis. Entry is $5 per sport and winners get prizes! Tickets at the door only. Registration closes at 7:30pm sharp. There will be vendors, music, a full bar and lots of fun....

$5

Archer Farmers Market

Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL, United States
Event Series One Love Market

One Love Market

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

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

Traditional Irish Music at Blackadder Brewing

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

The heart of Ireland comes alive through traditional tunes! Experience the vibrant atmosphere as local musicians gather at Blackadder Brewing for the monthly Traditional Irish Music Session. Enjoy rich musical heritage and cultural spirit of the Emerald Isle over a pint of ale. Food truck Stubbie's Sausages will have a...

mamish and Lexi Braun at Heartwood Soundstage

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

On this very first album release show, mamish has gathered a supergroup of musical friends including Andy Lord, Ryan Baker, Dave Lebleu, Mark Archer & Andy Steinberg with special guests Calvin Martin and Dana Myers. Opening the show is Lexi Braun, with a full band. Using grit and tenderness as...

$15

Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society on a walk through the park. Identify the wide variety of local wetland and migratory birds in a premier birding hotspot. Walks are free with park admission fee ($5/vehicle) and are offered every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. though the end of May. Birders...

Page Unbound: Technology, Rethinking, and Claiming Our Time at UF Smathers Library

UF Smathers LIbrary Room 100

Join Dr. Lyneise Williams, Associate Professor of Art History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, for an engaging exploration of how technology reshapes our perceptions of time, identity, and cultural narratives. People often take aesthetics, appearances, and representations for granted—yet they shape perceptions of power, politics, and...

Free

Sensing Climate Nature – Sights and Sounds of Nature at the Cade Museum

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

Join a fascinating evening of sights and sounds. Mac Stone and David Haskell will share their work on connecting our senses to the changes going on around us. This will be followed by a reception (food and drink provided) and David Haskell will be signing his latest book, "Sounds Wild...

Florida Baseball vs. Florida Atlantic University

Condron Family Ballpark 2800 Citrus Rd., Gainesville, United States

Be there as the Gators take on the FAU Owls. Tickets start at just $7 and can be found at FloridaGators.com/tickets

$7
Event Series Community Nights

Community Nights at South Main Station

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

Community Nights is weekly collaborative project between Heartwood Soundstage and South Main Station featuring free live music, production skill sharing, and activities, plus a local makers’ market on the first Community Night of every month. But these events are so much more than the sum of their parts. They are...

Free

Indie Rock with Winyah at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Hailing from a small South Carolina beach town, Winyah’s live performances are a testament to their distinctive blend of indie and southern rock, featuring electrifying guitar solos and soulful vocals reminiscent of icons like Led Zeppelin, The Backseat Lovers, and flipturn. The band draws its name from Winyah Bay, a...

$15