THE FEST and Heartwood Soundstage Present: Live on the Lawn with Orbiter, The Joytraders, Boat Stuff

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

Come out to Heartwood Soundstage for the second event in the free Live on the Lawn summer series! This special evening will celebrate Heartwood's partnership with THE FEST with performances by Gainesville punk rock bands Orbiter, The Joytraders, and Boat Stuff. *Free, Outdoors, All Ages* This event is supported by...

Free

Chattanooga Boys Choir at First Presbyterian: We Are the Music Makers

First Presbyterian Church 300 SW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, United States

The acclaimed Chattanooga Boys Choir will perform as part of their 2025 summer tour entitled We Are the Music Makers, a celebration of youth and creativity. LOCAL YOUTH SINGERS INVITED TO SING ALONG IN PERFORMANCE! In addition to an evening of inspiring choral music, the concert offers a special opportunity...

Free

“Pump Boys and Dinettes” at the Hippodrome Theatre

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

Top off your tank and head downtown — the Hippodrome Theatre’s summer musical tradition kicks into high gear with Pump Boys and Dinettes. This Tony-nominated crowd-pleaser hits the mainstage with twang, talent, and toe-tapping tunes. Set on Highway 57 between a gas station and the Double Cupp Diner, this high-spirited...

Gun Violence Awareness Day Proclamation

Gainesville City Hall Auditorium 200 E University Ave., Gainesville, United States

Join Mayor Ward and the Gainesville City Commission as June 6, 2025 is named Gun Violence Awareness Day in the City of Gainesville.

Free

“The Play That Goes Wrong” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre, June 5-8

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

Expect the unexpected - and uncontrollable laughter - when everything that can go wrong does in this award-winning comedy. The Cornley Drama Society is attempting to stage a classic murder mystery... but from missing props and collapsing sets to unconscious actors and a corpse that won’t play dead, chaos reigns supreme. Will...

Pick Organic Blueberries in Alachua

Deep Spring Farm 16419 W County Rd 1491, Gainesville, FL, United States

Returning Guests, you are the MVPs: Most Valued Pickers…Thank you for your patronage! You know the routine from 2024: from how to book online, to where we meet at the barn, to the $30 price, same same. New to blueberry picking at the farm? Allow Deep Spring Farm to welcome...

$30

Hurricane Season Kickoff: Tap Into Preparedness at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Hurricane season kicks off June 1 - are you ready? Join Alachua County Emergency Management and other local organizations at several of our local breweries to get hurricane-ready! Stop by, learn some essential preparedness tips, snag a limited-edition pint glass, and support our local community. The first 100 attendees at...

Icons of the Ages at Gainesville Circus Center

Gainesville Circus Center 1925 NW 2nd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Gainesville Circus Center annual student showcase: Icons of the Ages celebrates hits from the 1920s to today with aerial acrobatics and dance. Original choreography by GCC staff. Ticket link available on our website. General admission $15. Seniors, military and first responders $10. Kids 5 and under Free.

$10 – $15
Event Series Teen Midnight Basketball

Teen Midnight Basketball

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

Co-ed basketball for middle and high school-aged youth The Teen Midnight Basketball 3-on-3 program offers monthly athletic opportunities for youth during late night, weekend hours when they might otherwise be involved in unsupervised activities. This program is held monthly on the first Friday night from April to August, at the...

Free

Manual Therapies for Surgeries, Scars, and Burns at Florida School of Massage

Florida School of Massage 6421 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Learn from Pete Whitridge at this two-day workshop. 💰: $350 📍: Florida School of Massage ✅: CE Hours: 17 Florida, 16 NCBTMB Register: Contact Lee Whitridge, 772-979-5828 or bluemoonies@juno.com or Register online here Questions? Contact: Pete Whitridge at justaskpete@mac.com Description: Want to have fun while getting your CEU’s? Spend two...

$350

Y’all Means All Pride Party

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

Celebrate Pride with First Magnitude and the Pride Community Center of North Central Florida. Enjoy a day filled with live entertainment, music, art and more. The schedule features a queer makers market from 3–6 p.m., live music from Prizilla at 7 p.m. and a dazzling drag show at 8:30 p.m....

Free

“The Unscene South” Exhibit Reception with Charles Eady

Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center 837 SE 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

View artistic works by local Ocala artist, Charles Eady at the exhibit reception for "The Unscene South." Charles Eady paints large compelling canvases with captivating figures representing free Blacks in the South before 1865. Come view the exhibit, meet and talk with the artist and enjoy light refreshments.  Admission is...

Free

Brew at the Zoo

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

Tap into fun with one of the wildest events of the year. Brew at the Zoo features samples from craft breweries and wineries for a unique after-hours experience at the zoo. Enjoy live music, a commemorative sample glass, animal encounters, food and more. Get advance tickets online. tickets will not...

Juneteenth GNV Film Festival

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

View a lineup of films in downtown Gainesville from local and national filmmakers. The annual GNV Film Festival begins at the Hippodrome Cinema with "When the Music Was Cheap and Darn Near Free" with Executive Producer Terri Bailey at 6 p.m., followed by "Bridging Troubled Waters: The Life of Coach...

Space Jam – Christian Hip-Hop Dance Party Youth Night at Depot Village

Depot Village 404 SE 2nd St., Gainesville, United States

Young people across the community are invited to experience a powerful fusion of faith, rhythm, and community at The Space Jam Christian Hip-Hop & Dancehall Dance Party. This dynamic event offers a fresh take on fellowship by blending positive messages with the upbeat energy of hip-hop and dancehall music. Scheduled...

$15

The Gainesville Big Band Presents: Women in Jazz

Meizon Church 3411 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a powerful afternoon celebrating the legacy of female jazz legends with the Gainesville Big Band, under the direction of Marco Thomas. "Women in Jazz" featuring timeless works by Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Peggy Lee, Melba Liston, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and more. Tickets available online.

$15

Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends

Trinity United Methodist Church 4000 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

“Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends” is a free 8 week class for people who have lost a romantic relationship due to divorce, break-up, or death. The course features “rebuilding blocks”, a proven process for putting one’s life back together. Classes begin on Sunday, June 8th at 3:00-5:30 pm at...

Healthy Afternoons & IMPACT GNV Open House

Santa Fe College Blount Center 401 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join Gainesville Fire Rescue on June 11 for Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue and IMPACT GNV Open House! GFR is excited to invite your organization to share safety and health resources with the local community and to celebrate the opening of the IMPACT GNV Gun Violence Prevention Office. GFR...

Free

Paint a Portrait of Your Pet at Sweet Paws Bakery

Sweet Paws Bakery 5330 SW 91st Terr., Gainesville, United States

Work with a professional artist to paint a portrait of your pet! Enjoy wine and snacks and support Shakespeare Animal Fund, a local charity helping pay emergency veterinary bills for those with suffering or dying pets and no funds for treatment. ​Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

$50