Outdoor Dance Party with Latin Music from Elio Piedra

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

Grab your dancing shoes and enjoy Latin dance music under the stars! Back by popular demand, Tu Fiesta Radio presents Elio Piedra at Tioga Town Center. The multi-talented musician, drummer, entertainer, singer, arranger and composer promises a night of dancing and fun. Arrive early for a drink and enjoy dinner...

Exhibit Reception for “Destined Home: A Story of Resilience and Belonging”

GFAA Gallery 1314 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Greater Gainesville International Center (GGIC) and the Gainesville Fine Arts Association for a special Artwalk Gainesville reception of "Destined Home," on view July 23 through August 23. The exhibit shares the stories of refugee families resettled in Gainesville with the help of GGIC and the International Rescue Committee,...

Free
Event Series The Artwalk Gainesville

Self-Guided Tour of the Local Art Scene at Artwalk Gainesville

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

Uncover the local art scene on a self-guided tour during July's Artwalk Gainesville. Start the evening with an opening reception at the Gainesville Fine Arts Association, then explore a variety of unique gallery spaces across downtown Gainesville. Highlights include the group exhibit "Serenity: Art in Meditation" at the Historic Thomas...

Free

Wine Tasting at Serpentine

Serpentine 209 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

✴️ THIS FRIDAY! ✴️ on the serpentine patio 🍷 four juicy pours from @iruaiwine (ticketed) 🌭 gourmet dogs by @shilohs_gnv 🎶 @jordieortiz + @papocitoo miami bass, amapiano, club edits, R&B, jersey sounds Come sip or just hang with Serpentine. Tasting tickets available online now and day of while supplies last...

Chamber-Folk with The Wire Birds at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Experience original folk songs featuring close harmonies and a string quintet with The Wire Birds. Recently produced songs focus almost exclusively on stories, places and themes based in Florida. The Wire Birds are composed of Dan Stepp - guitar and vocals, Emma Rynear - vocals, Gabi Shapiro - bass, Dan...

$15 – $18

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 Family Discovery Camp: Bees

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

Take a peek into the secret lives of bees with Kaitlin Deutsch, a post-doctoral researcher at UF’s Honey Bee Research and Extension Lab. Find out how bees shape our environment and what we can do to protect them. The Florida Museum hosts weekend Family Discovery Camps this summer. Explore the...

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...

Vena Cava Summer Retreat

Lake Wauburg North Shore 133 Regatta Drive, Micanopy, FL, United States

Reset and reconnect at Conscious Summer: A Day Well Lived, a one-day, donation-based mindfulness and wellness retreat in Gainesville. This full-day experience invites you to move with intention, nourish your body and soul and build community. Activities include a cacao ceremony, breathwork, yoga, AcroYoga, sound healing, a whole food lunch...

$120 – $180
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....

BLAAC2Basics Yoga Workshop at Santa Fe College Blount Hall

Santa Fe College Blount Hall 530 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join a yoga workshop hosted by BLAAC intern Aradhana Hegde! This is Aradhana's final project and your support would be loved. The event is free, but registration is required. Grab a mat and bring a friend!

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....

Accio! It’s Harry Potter Trivia Night at Blackadder Brewing Company

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

Attention all Witches & Wizards (Muggles, too)! Once again Blackadder Brewing will be transformed into the magical world of Hogwarts. What: Join Blackadder Brewing to celebrate Harry's birthday with a special Harry Potter Trivia Night.Trivia questions will be both movie and book based. Why: Because it's loads of fun AND...

Sacred Dance Workshop with Astarte at The Sacred Earth Center

The Scared Earth Center 2606 NW 6th St,, Gainesville, FL, United States

Get ready to awaken your spirit through dance! In this transformative class, dive deep into the mystical rhythms of the universe using ancient movement traditions. With every step and gesture, set powerful intentions to channel cosmic energy, ignite our vital life force and unlock the creative brilliance that lives in...