“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

“12 Angry Jurors” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre, May 2-18

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre 3501 SW 2nd Ave., Ste. O, Gainesville, FL, United States

Justice hangs in the balance at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre for the opening weekend of "12 Angry Jurors." After closing arguments in a murder trial, 12 jurors must reach a unanimous verdict with a guilty verdict meaning death for the accused teen defendant. As deliberations unfold, one juror raises doubts, and...

Grand Bonsai Exhibition at Oak Hammock, May 10-11

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida 5100 SW 25th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Come enjoy a huge selection of spectacular Bonsai trees at the 4th Annual Grand Bonzai Exhibition. See live demonstrations, purchase Asian objects and get a starter Bonsai tree. Free giveaways! The two-day exhibition takes place Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday, May 11, 10 a.m. -...

Free

High Springs Pioneer Days

High Springs Chamber of Commerce 23517 NW 185th Rd., High Springs, United States

Travel Back in Time to the Old West at the Annual Pioneer Days Festival in High Springs. Saturday and Sunday, experience family-friendly fun with live music, food and gift vendors, an Old West Shoot-out and an old saloon. The Kids Corral features bounce houses and train rides from the High...

Free

Mother’s Day Muffins and Mimosas at Artisans’ Guild Gallery

Artisans' Guild Gallery 224 NW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

This Mother's Day, come enjoy muffins, mimosas, and puzzles on the porch. The Artisans' Guild Gallery is your go-to destination for exquisite local art and crafts, perfect for celebrating Mother's Day or any day of the year!

Skip The Flowers, Give Mom a Beer at Blackadder Brewing Company

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

Show Mom how much you love her!Bring her to the brewery for Mother's Day! Blackadder Brewing Company is offering her a pint on them (but you can tell her that it's from you).You're sure to be Mom's favorite after treating her to an afternoon at Blackadder

Rock with Augustana at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Augustana (Dan Layus), is a Platinum-selling American pop-rock artist known for his hits like "Boston" and "Sweet and Low." Layus is also a seasoned touring musician, having performed alongside numerous acts like One Direction, The Chicks, Owl City, Counting Crows and more. In addition to his work in pop-rock, Layus...

$35 – $40

Tot Trot: Flowers 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 and sharing museum...

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.

Folk Fusion from the Andes to Appalachia with Larry & Joe at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Don’t miss a one-of-a-kind live music performance in Gainesville this May. Larry and Joe is the sublime sonic duo composed of Grammy-nominated bluegrass artist Joe Troop and Venezuelan Joropo harpist Larry Bellorín. These two virtuosic multi-instrumentalists fuse their respective Venezuelan and Appalachian folk traditions on the harp, banjo, cuatro, fiddle,...

$18

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...

Event Series Healing Touch Cancer Support Group

Healing Touch Cancer Support Group at Trinity United Methodist Church

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

Are you looking for support through your journey with cancer? The Healing Touch Cancer Support group includes cancer patients, survivors, family, and friends who have been affected by cancer. It offers spiritual encouragement and compassion along the path to healing. The group meets on the third Thursday of each month...

Free

Southern Rock with Melody Trucks and Fitzkee Brothers at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Melody Trucks & Fitzkee Brothers bring a powerhouse blend of Southern rock, jam, and improvisational fire to Heartwood's listening room on May 15th! Melody Trucks has captivated audiences at The Peach Music Festival, Suwannee Rising, and Hulaween. As the daughter of the late Butch Trucks (The Allman Brothers Band), she...

$20 – $30

GFAA Annual Artist Studio Tour, May 16-18

Multiple Locations Located in Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, United States

Visit artist studios and go behind the scenes of the artistic process at the annual GFAA Artist Studio Tour. The weekend-long event begins with Friday's Kick-off Party, 6 to 8 p.m. at GFAA Gallery. Enjoy refreshments, artist meet-and-greets and the "Hidden Histories" exhibit. On Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.–5...

Free