“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

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...

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...

City Nature Challenge Bioblitz at Turkey Creek Preserve

Turkey Creek Preserve 6300 NW 93rd Ave., Gainesville, United States

Alachua County joins hundreds of other communities worldwide for a friendly competition to see who can make the most observations of plants and animals in their community. Download the free iNaturalist app today and help Alachua County capture the most photos of wildlife in the area during the challenge dates....

Free

24th Annual Equal Access Clinic 5K Race

Southwest Recreation Center 3150 Hull Rd., Gainesville, United States

The 24th Annual Equal Access Clinic 5K Race raises awareness and helps support the free clinic, prescriptions and lab work. The Equal Access Clinic Network is a network of student-run free healthcare clinics established by the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Clinics are made possible through...

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First Birthday Celebration for The Lynx

The Lynx 601 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join The Lynx for their first ever birthday party. Enjoy a day of music, treats, local vendors and more. A Banned Books Yoga session at kicks-off the day at 9 a.m. on the lawn of Heartwood Soundstage. The live music schedule includes singer-songwriter Collin Whitlock and chamber-folk with The Wirebirds....

GLAM Craft Show

Cypress & Grove Brewing Company 1001 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Sip and shop at the spring edition of the GLAM Craft Show. Browse ceramics, jewelry, artwork, fashion and more from a variety of makers and artisans displaying their work at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company. Enjoy offerings from the brewery and delicious food and drinks from lowbar. Food vendors include...

Boxcar Flea Market – Spring Spree at the Depot Event Space

The Depot Event Space 201 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, FL, United States

Boxcar Flea Market will have 20+ local vendors, as well as a DJ and a BBQ pop up. Come hang out and enjoy the spring weather, and if you need to cool down grab a drink from Boxcar Beer and Wine Garden!

Free

Foundation for the Promotion of Music Awards Recital at the Historic Thomas Center

The Historic Thomas Center 306 NE 6th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Foundation for the Promotion of Music Awards Recital will feature student winners' of the Sarah Baird Fouse Woodwind Award, William Dishman Brass Award, Dorothy Reaves String Award, and the Betsy Schnell Piano Award. The event will also honor the 2025 FPM Musician of the Year Award to UF Associate...

Free

Choral Performance of “Requiem” composed by John Rutter at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church

Abiding Savior Lutheran Church 9700 W Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a moving choral performance of Requiem by John Rutter—a lyrical, contemplative work in seven movements. Performed by Capella Nova Gainesville, an auditioned choir rehearsing weekly at Abiding Savior Church, and directed by Dr. Claire Holland. The concert features members of the Gainesville Flute Ensemble, directed by Dylan King. Sunday,...

Free

Tot Trot: Pollinators, Free Day at UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory

UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Natural Area Dr., Gainesville, United States

Get your toddler excited about science and natural history at Tot Trot. Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive nature walk. While the exhibits building is closed, they will still be exploring the natural world at the University of Florida Natural Area Teaching Lab while also sharing...

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.