“Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection” Exhibition at the Harn Museum of Art

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

The Harn Museum of Art at the University of Florida will display art from Spelman College—a historically black liberal arts college for women located in Atlanta, Georgia. The Harn is one of five venues across the United States exhibiting "Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection." Through 39 works by...

Free

Gator Cup, April 24-27

Easton Newberry Archer Center 24880 NW 16 Ave., Newberry, FL, United States

Take aim at excitement as top archers from across the nation gather for the Gator Cup at Easton Newberry Archery Center. Now through Sunday, this premier outdoor tournament, sanctioned by World Archery and USA Archery, is a key stop on the USAT Qualifier Series—where competitors shoot for a spot on...

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents “Hadestown: Teen Edition”

Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience the haunting, jazz-infused "Hadestown: Teen Edition," a retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice set in an industrial underworld. Featuring a student cast and live band, the powerful musical explores themes of industry vs. nature, doubt vs. faith, and fear vs. love, while also commenting on societal...

$15 – $17

Street Car Takeover at Gainesville Raceway, April 25-26

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

Rev your engines for a street car party at Gainesville Raceway. Street Car Takeover hosts two days of drag racing, roll racing, show cars and automotive vendors. Spectator tickets and weekend passes are available online. Free entry for kids 12 and under.

Gators Baseball vs. Arkansas Three-Game Series, April 25-27

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

Florida Gators Baseball hosts #5 Arkansas for a weekend series at Condron Family Ballpark. The first 1,000 fans on Friday receive promotional berm towels. On Sunday, the first 1,000 fans receive miniature replicas of the ballpark.

3rd Annual Greater Gainesville Pickleball Open

Trinity United Methodist Church 4000 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Welcome to the third annual Greater Gainesville Pickleball Open! Pepine Gives, a nonprofit 501c3 foundation of Pepine Realty, is creating a premier annual event for all pickleball players in the region. Pepine Gives will donate 100% of the profits to Alachua Habitat for Humanity to provide housing for cost-burdened families...

$2. – $80

(Registration Closed) The Sufferfest in the Styx Adventure Race at Kate’s Fish Camp

Kate's Fish Camp 6514 SE Hawthorne Rd., Gainesville, United States

7pJoin the 2nd annual Sufferfest in the Styx adventure race at Kate's Fish Camp. This is a stunning course that spans miles of Newnans Lake shoreline and two major tributaries, Camps Canal and the legendary River Styx. The area is home to a diverse range of wetlands, including depression marshes,...

$125 – $225

AAU Gator Invitational Volleyball at Alachua County Sports and Events Center

Alachua County Sports and Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Gator Invitational is a prestigious AAU volleyball tournament featuring teams from various age groups, ranging from 10U to 18U. This event promises a high-level competition and an exciting experience for all participants and spectators. Winners of the 13U, 14U, and 15U Open Divisions will each receive a $1000 grant...

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

Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity Inc. 27th Annual Golf Tournament Benefiting Children’s Miracle Network

Turkey Creek Golf Course 11400 Turkey Creek Blvd., Alachua, FL, United States

Kappa Psi is hosting the 27th Annual Golf Tournament in benefit of Children’s Miracle Network. The event is located at Turkey Creek Golf Course and is hosted by the University of Florida’s Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, the largest professional pharmaceutical fraternity in the world. Previous events raised over $3000 for...

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

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Turns 10!

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

Celebrate a decade of birding, hiking and environmental education at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Since its grand opening in 2025, the 125-acre nature preserve and water treatment facility has become an internationally renowned hotspot for birding and wildlife viewing. Learn about the park's history, what has changed in the past 10...

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, April 26-30

Friends of the Library 430 N Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse over 500,000 books, records, games, movies and more at the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale. The largest gently-used book sale of its kind in Florida offers a vast selection fromchildren’s books to rare find, first-edition and signed volumes in the Collector’sCorner. In addition to books of all...

Empowering Women Through Menopause Free Workshop at Alachua County Library District Partnership Branch

Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Get answers to your questions on all phases of the menopause journey. Join a free menopause (including perimenopause) Q&A with menopause specialist Dr. Lisa Chacko. Women's Empowerment Coach and Author, Terri L. Bailey, MA will lead the group in a special writing to heal exercise.

Healthy Afternoons: Soccer ‘n’ Safety at Abby Wambach Park

Abby Wambach Park 4501 SW 20th Ave., Gainesville, United States

Join Gainesville Fire Rescue firefighters for a game of soccer and touch-a-truck from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.! We will also have healthy snacks and health and safety resources.

Free

Marc Radio Pet Adoption Event at Humane Society of North Central Florida

Humane Society of North Central Florida 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Tune in and find your new best friend! Join Saturday's special adoption event presented by Scenthound and featuring a LIVE broadcast from MARC Media Group stations from the shelter. Stop by the Humane Society of North Central Florida to meet your future best friend and enjoy a day full of...

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

Tree Fest 2025

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Have fun at the brewery and support the planting of trees at Tree Fest. Tree Fest is an annual event presented by Solar Impact and hosted at Swamp Head around Earth Day and Arbor Day to support the Alachua Conservation Trust by raising money to plant a lot of trees....

Free