Science Surprises: Exploring Density at the Alachua County Library District Alachua Branch

Alachua Library Branch 14298 NW 140th St, Alachua, FL, United States

Splash into Science with the Florida Museum at the library! Neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands. Perfect for elementary-aged learners looking for something new to do. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions aimed at bringing core science concepts to K-8 students in...

Indie Rock with Winyah at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Winyah’s live performances are a testament to their distinctive blend of indie and southern rock, featuring electrifying guitar solos and soulful vocals reminiscent of icons like Led Zeppelin, The Backseat Lovers, and flipturn. The band draws its name from Winyah Bay, a cherished landmark in their hometown where all five...

$15

Science Surprises: Make a Snake Catcher at the Alachua County Library District Waldo Branch

Waldo Library Branch 14998 US Hwy 301, Waldo, FL, United States

Step into the shoes of a scientist and make your own research tools at the library! Out in the field, researchers use special tools to explore the natural world. Learn how to make and use these neat tools yourself. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions, perfect...

Science Surprises: Exploring Density at the Alachua County Library District Micanopy Branch

Micanopy Library Branch 706 NE Cholokka Blvd., Micanopy, FL, United States

Splash into Science with the Florida Museum at the library! Neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands. Perfect for elementary-aged learners looking for something new to do. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions aimed at bringing core science concepts to K-8 students in...

The Tailgate Party at the Shoppes at Thornebrook

Shoppes at Thornebrook 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Kickoff football season with The Tailgate Party and for the whole family at the Shoppes at Thornebrook! Enjoy a variety of food trucks, music with Kiss 105.3, and pop-ups from your favorite local vendors. A ton of special guests will be announced soon! Interested vendors can apply here: https://forms.gle/bWChepU835CQ2h9EA

Free
Event Series Drag Bingo at First Magnitude

Drag Bingo at First Magnitude Brewing Company

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL, United States

🌈 Grab your friends and enjoy a game of bingo fit for a Qween with Drag Bingo in the First Magnitude beer garden. The Pride Center of North Central Florida will be selling bingo cards ($2 each of 3 for $5) and you’ll have the opportunity to win some awesome...

Free

SPARC Place Artwalk Reception at Oakview Studios

Oakview Park 810 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, United States

Join SPARC352 to celebrate the close of the SPARC Place artist residency program, providing studio space for community artists and musicians. Meet the artists, enjoy performances and kid's activities as a part of Gainesville Artwalk. Light refreshments will be available. This pilot program is brought to Gainesville in partnership with...

Free
Event Series Art Walk Night at First Magnitude

Art Walk Night at First Magnitude

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL, United States

✨ It’s not every day that your beer comes with a side of live art, music, and creative connection, but it is every last Friday at First Magnitude! First Magnitude Brewing Company brings back Art Walk nights - a curated gathering of local artists and makers, live music, food trucks,...

Free

Caribbean Culture, Music, Art and Cuisine at Reggae Fest

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

Experience Caribbean culture at the Gainesville Reggae Festival. The festival features four live bands and a DJ. Enjoy cultural exhibits highlighting Caribbean and Jamaican heritage, along with authentic food, art and fashion vendors influenced by Caribbean and Jamaican styles - all within a high-energy, vibrant atmosphere. This event is in...

Free
Event Series The Artwalk Gainesville

Artwalk Gainesville

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

Explore the local art scene on a self-guided tour. Experience local galleries, artist studios, and cultural events in various locations in Gainesville FL. Preview monthly venues and artists at www.artwalkgainesville.com. Sponsored in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.  

Free

Exhibit Reception for Continuum: Collective Works from Arts in Medicine

Gainesville Fine Arts Association Gallery 1314 S Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate 35 years of the UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine program at the opening gallery reception "Continuum." The exhibit explores the rich and vibrant journey of the Arts in Medicine program through artwork made by patients, care partners, healthcare workers, and community members. With featured works including art from...

Free

Music from Disney Stars at Bop to the Top at Heartwood Soundstage

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

It’s a High School Musical 2 summer!  Join Bop to the Top Tour for a celebration of Disney Channel playing HSM, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock, The Cheetah Girls, Lemonade Mouth and more songs from your favorite Disney stars! The outdoor concert includes Battle of the Sharpay’s, We’re All In This...

Jimmy Buffet Fest – The Labor Day Weekend Show at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Celebrate the legacy of Jimmy Buffett with Parrotheads, Fruitcakes and lovers of great music and good vibes. The inaugural Jimmy Buffett Fest - The Labor Day Weekend Show, is a heartfelt tribute concert honoring the life, music and legacy of the legendary Jimmy Buffett. Local artists perform tropical favorites and...

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Science Surprises: Make a Pooter at the Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

Millhopper Library Branch 3145 NW 43 St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Step into the shoes of a scientist and make your own research tools at the library! Out in the field, researchers use special tools to explore the natural world. Learn how to make and use these neat tools yourself. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions, perfect...

High Springs Farmers Market

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

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

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 diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab...

Rock with Big Sky at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Party like it's the 1990s with rock band Big Sky at Heartwood Soundstage. Big Sky burst out of Gainesville’s college scene in the early ’90s with a rare commitment to all-original music, skipping the usual cover band route and diving straight into high-energy live shows. They quickly built a devoted...

$15

Jazz with the Lao Tizer Band

Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a genre-blending night of music with the Lao Tizer Band in support of their new album "Amplify." The all-star group features “Best New Jazz Artist" nominee Lao Tizer on piano, American Idol star Elliott Yamin on vocals, Danny Janklow on sax and flute, Cheik N’Doye on bass and Grammy...