One Last Weekend to Catch the Hipp’s Summer Sensation: “Pump Boys and Dinettes,” July 3-6

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

Head downtown for the Hippodrome Theatre’s sensational summer musical "Pump Boys and Dinettes," held over for the final performances through Sunday, July 6. Set on Highway 57 between a gas station and the Double Cupp Diner, the Tony-nominated crowd-pleaser hits the mainstage blending country, rock, blues, and charm - all...

NXTPro / Pro16 PUMA Shoe Circuit Basketball Tournament at Alachua County Sports and Events Center

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

NXTPRO, in partnership with PUMA Basketball operates over 50 youth basketball tournaments throughout the year, featuring more than 15,000 players from across the US and beyond. NXTPRO and PRO16 (the top 22 ranked teams circuit) are the nations leading youth basketball development platform, with the 2024 circuit producing over 2,400...

47th Annual Jack Gamble Melon Run at Albert “Ray” Massey Park

Albert "Ray" Massey Park (Westside Park) 1001 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL, United States

It's the best July 4th tradition in Gainesville... the 47th Annual Jack Gamble Melon Run This three-mile run hosted by the Florida Track Club is as much a part of the Fourth of July as BBQ and Fireworks. Enjoy the rolling hills on this course, where age-group winners receive a...

$25 – $35

Design + Doodle Lab: A Summer Art Pop-Up at the Cade Museum

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

Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience at the Cade Museum! Throughout the day, the Cade Museum offers a variety of pop-up art projects designed to inspire imagination and hands-on exploration. Prefer to follow your own muse? Head to the open art station, where you’ll find a wide range...

Independence Day Tours at Carson Springs Wildlife, July 4-5

Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation 8528 E CR 225, Gainesville, FL, United States

Meet Desmond the giraffe and all of the animals of Carson Springs Wildlife on Independence Day weekend tours on Friday and Saturday. Guided by professional zoologists, tours at Carson Springs are a great family-friendly activity to get close to the animals. See big cat feeding demonstrations and learn more about...

Micanopy Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks

Downtown Micanopy 200 NE Cholokka Blvd., Micanopy, United States

Grab a spot along Cholokka Blvd. for the annual Fourth of July Parade beginning at 11 a.m. Ballpark fun and fireworks follow in the evening starting at 5:30 p.m. at Carson Roberts Sports Complex. Enjoy music, food trucks and an inflatable obstacle course. Fireworks begin at dusk, 8:45 p.m. Admission...

Red, White and Brew at Blackadder Brewing

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

Celebrate your independence with freedom to BEER! Enjoy $4 Select Beer and the signature 'Murica "Cocktail"for $4 Strega Nona's Pizza will be onsite for the event!

City of Alachua’s “Largest Small Town Fireworks Display in America”

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd., Alachua, FL, United States

Join the City of Alachua for the annual Fourth of July Celebration featuring the “Largest Small-Town Fireworks Display in America.” Legacy Park opens at 5 p.m. for family fun including live music with Crooked Counsel and food vendors. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Admission and parking is free. The City...

Free

Club de Escucha – Gainesville, FL

Curia on the Drag 2029 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

El Club de Escucha+ Gainesville comenzó el 13 de enero del 2023. Generalmente, nos reunimos el primer y tercer viernes de cada mes. Únete al chat de WhatsApp para estar al tanto de los eventos, episodio de la semana y conocer al grupo. El moderador, Christian A. Rodríguez, le enviará...

Event Series Free Fridays Concert Series

Americana with The Wire Birds and The Wandering Hours at the Free Fridays Concert Series

Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features folk music from The Wire Birds and The Wandering Hours at Bo Diddley Plaza. The eight-piece group The Wire Birds feature a chamber music string section supporting powerful songwriting and storytelling. The five-piece string band The Wandering Hours visits from...

Red, White and Blue Free Timed 5K with parkrun at Depot Park

Depot Park 200 SE Depot Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Dress up in red, white and blue for a festive Stars & Strides edition of parkrun, the free timed 5K at Depot Park. parkrun is a free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time and bring your barcode (paper or...

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

Gainesville Cars and Coffee at Tioga Town Center

Tioga Town Center 133 SW 130th Way, Newberry, FL, United States

Get an up-close view of cars at Gainesville Cars and Coffee. The family-friendly gathering is open to all automotive enthusiasts and is free to attend.

Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

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

See what's in bloom and catch a glimpse of the giant Victoria water lilies during their summer growing season. Kanapaha Botanical offers a guided tour of garden highlights on the first Saturday of each month. Regular admission applies for non-members.