History of the Death Care Industry in Alachua County

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join local historian Don Davis and a panel of local funeral home industry leaders for a unique presentation on the history of the death care industry in Alachua County. Learn about the county’s many funeral homes and cemeteries and how the industry has changed over the years. Admission is free...

Free

Boos & Brews at Blackadder Bewing

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

Drink up Witches! It's time for Blackadder's 9th Annual Boos & Brews! Thursday, October 30th 6-9PM The limited edition Monster Cereal Killer beers will be tapped! One... Ah, Ah, Ah: Porter w/ Count Chocula Cereal & Cacao Nibs Frankly Speaking: Gose w/ Frankenberry Cereal & Strawberry Wine Must Hey Boo:...

The Gainesville Orchestra Presents “Harvest Gold”

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

Experience an evening with the Gainesville Orchestra and their season opener "Harvest Gold." Enjoy Tchaikovskey's powerful "Fifth," Florence Price and the Halloween-themed "The Sorcerer's Apprentice." The 2025-2026 season celebrates 250 years of cultural tapestry with performances at the Santa Fe College Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall.

UpStage at the Phillips Center for a Halloween-Themed Show with Joseph Keckler

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

Joseph Keckler invites you into his enchanting world for a special Halloween-themed set of stories and songs. A cutting-edge artist who defies convention, Keckler pivots from humor to heartbreak, from the everyday to the ethereal, and from the intimate to the operatic. With a powerful, shapeshifting voice, he delivers haunting...

Adult Trick or Treating: Neon Nights, October 30-31

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,...

Gainesville Halloween Bar Crawls 2025

Multiple Locations Located in Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, United States

Explore the top Halloween parties and bar crawls in Gainesville. Costumes, drinks, and spooky vibes await. Friday, October 31 features the Gainesville Haunted Hop Bar Crawl and Saturday, November 1 features the Gainesville Halloween Bar Crawl. Click the event link to secure your ticket.

Micanopy Fall Festival

Historic Downtown Micanopy 202 NE 7 Ave,, Micanopy, United States

Stroll through the oldest inland town in Florida during the Micanopy Fall Festival. For two days, the "town that time forgot" is the backdrop for 200 booths featuring local and visiting artists, crafters and makers. Enjoy live music from the main stage and an old-time auction on Saturday afternoon. Grab...

Free

Tu Fiesta Radio Festival 2025

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

Shine a spotlight on Latin culture at Tu Fiesta Radio Festival 2025 with live music, dance, food, family fun and featured artist “The Prince of Salsa” Luis Enrique. Experience performances from local and international artists, cultural showcases, kids’ activities and traditional cuisine.    

Vam and E.T. York Promising Artist: New Jazz Underground

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

Feel the pulse of hard-bop jazz brought to life by the New Jazz Underground. Deeply rooted in traditional jazz, they add their lively spirit to a classic style by infusing elements like hip-hop and Afro-Latin rhythms - without losing the music’s authentic swing and soul. These talented young artists have...

Perspectives in the Parks: Connecting Communities with the Outdoors at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park 1500 NW 45th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Learn how to help communities benefit economically while promoting the enjoyment public lands. Presentation by Austin Burton. Join at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center on the first Sunday of each month for Perspectives in the Park, a monthly program featuring experts in their field sharing information on a variety of...

Free

Quartetto di Cremona

Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrating 25 years of being one of the world’s preeminent string quartets, the Quartetto di Cremona are renowned for their lustrous sound and relaxed mastery. Their innovative approach to classical music showcases their dedication to bringing timeless pieces to life in new and exciting ways.

Sip, Savor and Shop: 12th Annual Women United Holiday Luncheon at Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand 4200 NW 97th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the United Way for the 12th Annual Women United Holiday Luncheon & Shopping Event - a festive celebration of food, fun and philanthropy. Enjoy a delicious lunch while browsing unique holiday gifts from local vendors featuring handmade crafts, artisan jewelry, candles, and more. It’s the perfect way to support...

Florida: A History in Pictures

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

View highlights from the popular Facebook group “Florida: A History in Pictures,” with founders Jeff Davies and Mike McGinness. Learn how their group of 300,000 members inspired a bestselling book featuring photos from historical institutions, including the Matheson History Museum, and personal photos from the group’s members. Their presentation focuses...

Free
Event Series Joseph Keckler

Debate: Baldwin vs. Buckley at Squitieri Studio Theatre

Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

On February 18, 1965, the Cambridge Union in England was the stage for a historic debate between James Baldwin, a leading literary voice of the civil rights movement, and William F. Buckley Jr., America’s most influential conservative intellectual. The topic: “Is the American Dream at the expense of the American...

Closing Weekend of the Horrifically-Hilarious “Evil Dead: The Musical”

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre 3501 SW 2nd Ave., Ste. O, Gainesville, FL, United States

The classic cult films come to life on stage in one of the craziest, funniest and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time! Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash...

Tom Petty Weekend

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

Celebrate the life and legacy of Tom Petty with a weekend musical lineup headlined by The Wallflowers with Jake Thistle and Jeff Slate, Shine and the Shakers, The Ain't Sisters, Fortune Child, Morningbell and more. The official festival of Tom Petty Nation welcomes music fans from across the country and...

Event Series Sunflower Festival at The Bryer Patch

Sunflower Festival at The Bryer Patch

The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St., Newberry, United States

The Sunflower Festival at The Bryer Patch will take place on Saturday, November 8th and Saturday November 15th, 2025 from 10 AM to 4 PM on both weekends. There will be farm activities open, along with live music, vendors, and more! **Admission Prices:** - Ages 13 and up: $12 -...

$12.00

Veterans Day at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

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

On Veterans Day, any active or retired military get free admission into Kanapaha.

Springs Academy Lecture: Springs Stresses at Florida Springs Welcome Center

Florida Springs Welcome Center 18645 High Springs Main St., High Springs, FL, United States

Springs Academy is a free lecture series on Florida’s freshwater resources and springs. Each class is tailored to make learning quick and easy so you’re ready to hit the ground running as a springs expert. The classes will be held on the second Tuesday of every month, from 12:00 pm...

Tony and Grammy Award Winning Musical “HADESTOWN”

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

Come see how the world could be. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight Tony Awards®, including Best Musical and the Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and original director Rachel Chavkin is a love story...