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

Bats and Moos at Daft Cow Brewery

Daft Cow Brewery 13800 Tech City Circle, Alachua, FL, United States

This FREE, family-friendly event brings together up-close encounters with Lubee Bat Conservancy’s incredible bats, interactive activities, and a fun nod to our bovine buddies.

BLAAC Creative Community Pop Up at The Bull

The Bull 18 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Support Local Artists and Entrepreneurs at the First Annual Creative Community Pop-Up Shop! If you want to become a vendor or give a 10 minute performance, please send an email requesting an application to blaac2basics1@gmail.com.

Spring May Market at The AUK Market

The AUK Market 2031 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States +1 more

Come experience a pre-summer spring bash at The AUK Market! The Spring May Market features curated specialty goods, sweet & savory treats, chair massage, fresh new art, and fun interactive elements to check out! Grab a mom's day gift from a talented selection of local makers and collectors and browse...

Free

Hot Rod for Heroes Car Show at High Springs Brewing Company

High Springs Brewing Company

Join the 4th Semi-Annual Hot Rodding for Heroes Car Show co-hosted by the Marine Corps League. This show is open to all cars and motorcycles, car registration is $25. Spectators are free! Big Mills Cheesesteaks will be on site from 1 p.m. - 8:30pm serving up their award winning Philly...

City of Gainesville Star Wars Day Celebration

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

May the Fourth be with you… on May 3rd! Join the City of Gainesville for an epic Star Wars celebration filled with galactic fun, thrilling performances, and a screening of The Empire Strikes Back! Enjoy a kids dance party, live light saber duels, costume contest, food trucks, vendor market, and...

Free

Museum in the Parks: Frogs at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

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

Join the Florida Museum for FREE froggy fun with the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo! Learn about amphibians at this special nocturnal edition of Museum in the Parks and gear up for Amphibian Week, May 4-10. The museum will be joined by the FrogWatch team at Santa Fe College and...

FL’s Favorite Comedy Show* at CordaRoy’s

CordaRoy's Showroom 3417 W University Ave., Gainesville, United States

Tailwhip Comedy presents “Florida’s Favorite Comedy Show*” — a live, filmed stand-up showcase at CordaRoy's in Gainesville. This special event features five incredibly talented comedians who all got their start in North Florida, coming together for a night of laughter and hometown pride.

$17

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk

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

Go birding with the Alachua Audubon Society on the monthly bird walk starting at the brewery. Alachua Audubon Society volunteers lead the bird walk from First Magnitude Brewing to the nature trail at Depot Park. The tour returns to the brewery an hour later with plenty of time for a...

Florida Betony Pickle Workshop at Know Your Earth Farms

Know Your Earth Farms 2412 NW 142nd Ave., Gainesville, United States

Have you ever imagined of turning your lawn weeds into a culinary delight? Join Know Your Earth Farms and learn how to make Florida Betony Pickles. Bring a camp chair and sit under the big pine tree and go through the process of making betony pickles together. The jar and...

$45.00

May the Fourth Beer With You at Swamp Head Brewery

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

A short time from now, in a brewery not so far far away, cans will be filled with limited beers, brewed just for the masters of the force of beer. The Wetlands becomes the Swamps of Dagobah for one day only, and the taps will be flowing with some very...

UF’s Witness Tree: A History of the Oldest Known Longleaf Pine on Campus at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center

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

Using aerial photography and archival material, this talk by Brooke Whitaker charts the history of the oldest known longleaf pine on the University of Florida’s campus, first identified during America’s Bicentennial celebration. Designated “The Witness Tree,” the 275 year-old pine has lived through several radical changes to the local area,...

Free

Book Launch Party for “Firehorse” by Mallory M. O’Connor at Theatre of Memory

Theatre of Memory 705 NW 6th St., Gainesville, United States

Join the book launch from award-winning author Mallory M. O’Connor. Enjoy an author talk, book signing and more at Theatre of Memory. "Firehorse" is book four of the Epiphany Mayall Psychic Detective series and is the winner of the March 2025 Literary Titan Gold Book Award.

How to Write Fight Scenes with Author Dan Sharp at the Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Writers Alliance of Gainesville for “How to Write Fight Scenes” with author Dan Sharp. On May 4, WAG speakers bureau standout Dan Sharp will present the free program, “How to Write Fight Scenes.” He will point out that conflict, whether it involves fisticuffs or merely harsh words, is...

Free

KennaDee Acoustic at Mother’s Pub

Mother's Pub & Grill North 5109 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join KennaDee for an evening of good food, great fun, and acoustic fan favorites! Savor delicious bites, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and sing-along to your favorite tunes. It’s the perfect recipe for a fantastic time! Don’t miss it!

Free

Tot Trot: Senses

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

Get your toddler excited about science and natural history! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive nature walk. While their exhibits building is closed, the Florida Museum will still be exploring the natural world at the University of Florida Natural Area Teaching Lab and sharing Museum treasures....

Traditional Irish Music at Blackadder Brewing

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

Join the monthly Traditional Irish Music Session. The heart of Ireland comes alive through traditional tunes! Experience the vibrant atmosphere as local musicians gather at Blackadder Brewing for our monthly Traditional Irish Music Session. Enjoy rich musical heritage and cultural spirit of the Emerald Isle over a pint of ale....

Why Restore? Historic Wood Window Presentation at the Matheson History Museum

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

In celebration of National Historic Preservation Month this May, the Matheson History Museum invites you to a special presentation, “Why Restore: Learn how your historic window can be just as energy efficient/impact-resistant as its replacement ‘cousin’!” Join an engaging hour-long presentation by the award-winning experts at Austin Historical. Restoring historic...

Free

Tom Petty Weekend Presents: Live on the Lawn with The Shambles, Shiloh, Mike Boulware and Friends

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

Celebrate the kickoff of Tom Petty Weekend ticket sales with live music from The Shambles, Americana duo Shiloh and local singer-songwriter legend Mike Boulware and friends. Enjoy Tom Petty music tributes and flash sales for Tom Petty Weekend tickets. This event is supported by a Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Downtown...

Free