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On View at the Harn Museum “French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 – 1950”

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

Explore the new exhibit "French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950," showcasing over 55 paintings, drawings and sculptures from the Brooklyn Museum’s collection of European art. "French Moderns" also features Claude Monet’s "Waterloo Bridge" on loan from the Lowe Art Museum, and "Champ d’avoine (Oat Field)" from the Harn’s collection. The exhibition...

Event Series Little Sparks

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

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

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

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

FEST 23

Downtown Gainesville 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Party with thousands of music fans for a weekend of live music featuring hundreds of bands. Multiple venues transform downtown Gainesville for three days as the annual independent music festival with a lineup of over 350 bands, comedians and professional wrestlers. Headliners in 2025 include The Get Up Kids, Dillinger...

High Springs Farmers Market

Downtown High Springs 18587 High Springs Main St., High Springs, FL, United States

Adult Trick or Treating: Neon Nights, October 24-25

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

Trick-or-treat with candy-inspired beers. Swamp Head Brewery ups the game with four nights in 2025. Expect glowing blacklights and Halloween-themed beers, limited-edition glassware (get there early), merch drops and surprises each night. Costumes are encouraged (bonus points for neon). Admission is free. Swamp Head Brewery's Adult Trick-or-Treating takes place Friday,...

Roll out the Barrel! It’s Blocktoberfest at Blackadder!

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

Break out the lederhosen and dirndls! It's time for the 9th Annual Blocktoberfest! Have barrels of fun with live Bavarian music, traditional German food from Strega Nona’s Oven and Uppercrust, specialty brewed Blocktoberfest Lager and a variety of German-style beers, and commemorative steins with refill discounts. Looking for a little...

Trick or Treat at The Shoppes at Thornebrook

Shoppes At Thornebrook 2441 NW 43 St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Get spooky with Thornebrook! Stroll well-lit sidewalks for trick or treating from shops and vendors. Local vendors will be showcasing their best spooky goods as you gear up for Halloween. Kiss 105.3 brings the fun and some spooky prizes.

The Hope Weekend – 20th Anniversary at UF Champion’s Club and Hawkstone Country Club

Champions Club at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 121 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States +1 more

Join The Hope Weekend, Tyler’s Hope for a Dystonia Cure’s premier annual fundraiser and their most inspiring event of the year. Celebrating 20 years of relentless progress, this milestone weekend will honor the families, scientists, donors, and community members who are making a cure for DYT1 dystonia possible. The Hope...

Michael Feinstein in Big Band Broadway

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Broadway never sounds better than when it swings with Michael Feinstein as he brings the classic Broadway songbook into the 21st century. The evening features The Carnegie Hall Ensemble and Special Guest Star Bobby Daye with music from quintessential shows such as Cabaret, Hello, Dolly!, Fiddler on the Roof, Into the...

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

Cancer Chomp 2025 at UF Cancer and Genetics Research Complex

UF Cancer & Genetics Research Complex 2033 Mowry Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

The 4th annual Cancer Chomp takes place at the Cancer & Genetics Research Complex on the beautiful University of Florida campus. This free event includes a 5K, Kid Zone, charitable organizations, mini horses, a variety of UF Health services, the UF Gator Mascots, the UF Gator Band, and more. This...

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
Event Series Alachua Farmers Market on Main

Alachua Farmers Market on Main

Main Street Alachua 15000 Bob Hitchcock's Main St., Alachua, FL, United States

Shop fresh local produce, flowers, honey and farm-fresh eggs, baked goods, plants, handmade items and more while enjoying live music, food trucks and a farm animal swap. Admission is free. Interested vendors may apply on the Alachua Business League website or email Mandy Bucci.  

Free

Fall Plant Sale and Orchid Show

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Each October, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens holds an Open House & Fall Plant Sale, in conjunction with the Gainesville Orchid Society, inviting visitors to see the facility ADMISSION FREE. In addition to viewing the botanical gardens, approximately 50 booth will be set up selling a wide variety of plants. The American...

Free

Orchids in the Garden at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

See beautiful floor displays of blooming orchids highlight this popular annual event for one day only, Saturday, October 25. The show is hosted by the Gainesville Orchid Society at the annual Kanapaha Botanical Gardens during fall plant sale and open house. Orchids and orchid supplies are offered for sale. Educational...

Free

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale, October 25-29

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

Browse the five-day sale, organized and presented by the all-volunteer Friends of the Library organization, offering over 500,000 gently used books of all genres, art, puzzles, games, movies, vinyl, CDs, magazines and more at bargain prices. Most items are priced $.25 to $4, on Tuesday every item is half-price and...

Florida Bat Festival

Lubee Bat Conservancy 1309 NW 192nd Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Meet the world’s largest bat species up close while supporting conservation at the 21st Annual Florida Bat Festival! Celebrate Halloween with live music, food trucks, craft beer, activities for all ages and of course, amazing bats. Batty attire encouraged, fun guaranteed!  

$5 – $45