Event Series Free Fridays Concert Series

Salvaged Records Showcase 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 at Salvaged Records showcase featuring punk and indie rock from Heaven Moto, Love Hut and Boston Marriage at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert...

Early Bird Metal Show at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Nibiru and Northwood are home for an early bird show at Heartwood Soundstage with the bone-rattling Sardaukar from Ocala.

“Friendship” at the Hippodrome Cinema, July 18-20

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

Suburban dad Craig (Tim Robinson) falls hard for his charismatic new neighbor (Paul Rudd), as Craig’s attempts to make an adult male friend threaten to ruin both of their lives. R 2025 Comedy 1h 40m Showtimes: Friday, July 18 at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 19 at 9 p.m. Sunday, July...

Opening Weekend of The Award-Winning Musical Comedy “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas”

Gainesville Community Playhouse 4039 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Don't miss the opening weekend of "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas," a spirited musical comedy that dives into the clash between morality and hypocrisy in a small Texas town. With humor and heart, this award-winning musical delivers toe-tapping country-western songs and sharp satire about politics, public opinion and personal...

“Life Of Chuck” at the Hippodrome Cinema

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

From the hearts and minds of Stephen King and Mike Flannagan comes "The Life of Chuck," the extraordinary story of an ordinary man. This powerful tale celebrates the life of Charles 'Chuck" Krantz (Tom Hiddleston) as he experiences the wonder of love, the heartbreak of loss, and the multitudes contained...

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

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

Florida Museum’s Two-Hour Family Discovery Camp: Trees

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

Decode the mysteries of forests with Medelin Kant, a plant physiology graduate student from the University of Florida. Learn how trees communicate, adapt, and support entire ecosystems in ways you never imagined. The Florida Museum’s Family Discovery Camps feature weekly two-hour sessions with hands-on science activities or outdoor exploration in...

Go Hands On at the Annual Zookeeper Day

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Find out what it's like to be a zookeeper at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo's annual Zookeeper Day. Meet animal ambassadors, participate in activities to see if you have what it takes to be a zookeeper, enjoy keeper talks and observe training demonstrations throughout the day. Enjoy food trucks,...

A Summer Good Time for All Ages at Newberry’s Family Fun Day

Easton Newberry Sports Complex 24880 NW 16th Ave., Newberry, FL, United States

Join the City of Newberry for a free day of family fun with sports, games, crafts, and local vendors. Enjoy basketball, pickleball, volleyball, and softball, plus face painting, a bounce house, chalk art, and more. Food trucks will be on site, along with info about Newberry Parks & Recreation programs....

Free

Open Swim at Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL, United States

Beat the heat and go for a swim at Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center. The Olympic size swimming pool is open to the public on weekends Memorial Day through Labor Day from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (weather permitting). Day passes are available for $5. Alachua County residents can purchase...

Event Series HIGH SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

High Springs Historical Society Museum 23760 NW 187th Ave., High Springs, FL, United States

Located in the old school building behind City Hall, High Springs Historical Museum features local history from the 1890s with an operating diorama of 1948 Atlantic Coastline train yard. There's fun for kids with the interactive Thomas train and Cranky.

Free
Event Series Maker Workshops

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

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

Engage in hands-on maker sessions to build and create using a variety of materials, electronics, and coding platforms. Each week has a different theme and provides an opportunity to take part in STEAM-activities like 3D modeling, basic coding, and more! These workshops are designed for people age 9 and up....

The Second Annual Gainesville Black Business EXPO at the MLK Center

MLK Center 1028 NE 14th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate local entrepreneurship and community pride at the 2nd Annual Gainesville Black Business EXPO. Explore over 70 exhibitors representing a diverse range of industries, discover unique products and services, and enjoy live music and exciting giveaways. Admission is free, and all are welcome to come connect, shop and be inspired.

Free

“Jane Austen Wrecked My Life” at the Hippodrome Cinema

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

Agathe (Camille Rutherford) is a hopelessly clumsy yet charming young woman who works in the legendary Shakespeare & Co. bookshop in Paris, while she dreams of being a successful writer, and of experiencing love akin to a Jane Austen novel, she finds herself desperately single and plagued by writers block....

“Secret Mall Apartment” at the Hippodrome Cinema

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

In 2003, eight young Rhode Islanders created a secret apartment in a hidden space inside the Providence Place Mall and lived in it for four years, filming everything along the way. They snuck in furniture, tapped into the mall’s electricity, and even secretly constructed a brick wall with a locking...

Indoor Mammoth Market at The Wooly

The Wooly 20 N Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Cool off and shop local at this indoor summer market featuring handmade goods, art, ceramics, and more from Gainesville creatives. Enjoy air conditioning, cold beer, and a curated vendor lineup including Jaya Merina Art, Glass Onion Studio, Crazy Potter Lady, Katie Sews Stuff, Second Rodeo Stitching, Baked Vegan and more....

Free