Dripping in Gold Art Exhibition Reception at Loften High School

Loften High School 3000 E University Ave., Gainesville, United States

View the 21st Annual Institute of Graphic Art and Design (IGAD) art exhibition at Lofted High School. The show features paintings, drawings, sculptures, and more from 9th through 12th graders in the Institute of Graphic Art & Design at the Professional Academies Magnet at Loften. Artistic crafts and services will...

Hurricane Season Kickoff: Tap Into Preparedness at Daft Cow Brewery

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

Get hurricane ready with Alachua County Emergency Management and other local organizations at Daft Cow Brewery! Stop by, learn some essential preparedness tips, snag a limited-edition pint glass, and support the local community. Hurricane season starts June 1 - are you prepared?

Americana with Wim Tapley & The Cannons with hallpass at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Based in Athens, Georgia, Wim Tapley came of age playing shows in Washington D.C. where he honed his voice with the passion of a born troubadour. Firmly rooted in Americana and dashed with catchy pop sensibilities, the swinging depths of neo-soul, and a sprinkling of riotous horns, Wim’s arresting sound...

$15 – $20

Leap of Faith Musical at Star Center Theatre

Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a tribute to the power of faith as an unscrupulous healer and con man finds unsuspecting love and finally sees the light. The "Reverend" Jonas Nightingale, an electrifying performer and con artist, travels with his ministry when his bus breaks down in a small Kansas town. The sheriff, a...

Ritual at The Wooly

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

🕯️ RITUAL returns… 🖤 A night of goth, industrial, synthpop, and dark dancefloor magic. 🗓️ May 23 🎧 With DJ Drew Love & Mr. Obsidian 📍The Wooly 🕛 Doors at 10pm

Florida Emancipation Day Festival

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

Honor the legacy of freedom and resilience at the Emancipation Day Festival. Starting at 9 a.m., Mrs. Vivian Filer and Mayor Harvey Ward lead a community walk from Depot Park to the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center. After the march, enjoy music, dance, exhibits and educational activities, screenings of...

Free

Micanopy Memorial Commemoration Saturday

Downtown Micanopy 200 NE Cholokka Blvd., Micanopy, United States

Join a Memorial Day commemoration in Micanopy on Saturday, May 24. Beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, view the color guard and wreath dedication ceremony in downtown Micanopy. Throughout day, enjoy live music and browse the antique shops, craft shops, cafes and tour the Micanopy Historic Society Museum. Admission is...

Burger Wars at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company

Cypress & Grove Brewing Company 1001 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

This Memorial Day Weekend, the grills are hot and the stakes are high for BURGER WARS 🍔🏆 Burger Wars: 3 Food Trucks. One Champion! Saturday, May 24 | 4–8 PM @cheffreys_ , @mayflower.foodtruck & @flouthernbbq will go head-to-head, each bringing their best burger to the table. One’s firing up the...

Free

Garden Party at South Main Station

South Main Station 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate the opening of The Garden at South Main Station with a garden party. The newly constructed outdoor space features a new deck, outdoor furniture and native landscaping. Enjoy music from DJ Ethezus and offerings from Humble Wood Fire, Bingo Deli and Grand Scheme Brewing. Plus, explore the newest additions...

Roller Derby: Gainesville vs. Tallahassee at the MLK Center

MLK Center 1028 NE 14TH St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Come cheer on the Gainesville Roller Rebels as they take on Tallahassee Roller Derby on May 24th! Tickets are just $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Kids 12 and under get in FREE! Online tickets available at https://tinyurl.com/GRRMay24 or grab yours in person at Loosey’s! Doors open at...

$15

Farm-to-Table Dinner Benefiting Gaineville Giving Garden at Afternoon

Afternoon 231 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, United States

Celebrate the season’s end with a special farm-to-table dinner in support of Gainesville Giving Garden. Hosted by Afternoon Restaurant, Cypress & Grove Brewing Company, and the Giving Garden, the evening begins with a farm tour, followed by a multi-course, locally sourced dinner. Optional beer pairings are available, curated by Cypress...

$150

Folk with Tina and Her Pony at The Bull

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

Live music by Tina and Her Pony from 8-10pm at The Bull. $7 cover at the door

$7

Cocktails and Classics: Close Encounters of the Third Kind at the Hippodrome Cinema

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

Take a science fiction adventure from Muncie, Indiana to Devils Tower, Wyoming with a screening of Close Encounters of the Third Kind. After a close encounter with a UFO, Roy Neary finds his ordinary daily life turned upside down, spurring him to an obsessed cross-country quest as a momentous event...

(Sold Out) Beginners Mosaic Workshop at The AUK Market

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

Join us at The Auk Market for a beginners mosaic workshop led by Satchel's Pizza artist in residence, Leah Piekarski @refractedlight_mosaic. This has been a very popular and fun workshop! Take home your very own masterpiece in this 3-hour, hands-on workshop. Participants will adorn a 6-inch square tray with a...

$60

“Inspired By” Exhibit Opening Reception at The Art Gallery at Oak Hammock

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida 5100 SW 25th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States

View the judged art show, “Inspired By,” hosted by Oak Hammock. 35 artists from Oak Hammock and other regional north Florida artists exhibit over 90 works  in various media including oil, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, stained glass and photography. The reception will include wine and hors d’oeuvres. Many of these...

Free

Blues on the Patio with Beautiful Bobby Blackmon at A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center

A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center 1013 NW 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy a blues performance on the patio with Beautiful Bobby Blackmon. Bobby Blackmon's musical influences range from B.B. King to Buddy Guy and over the course of his highly successful musical career, Bobby has had the honor of being named the opening act for both of these legends. Admission is...

Event Series Messy: Loveset No. 2

Messy: Loveset No. 2 at Limelight

Limelight 4908 NW 34th St, Ste 12, Gainesville, FL, United States

Two Exes. One Stage. No Limits. "Messy: Loveset No. 2" is an unscripted, immersive performance exploring love, grief, memory, and emotional transformation through improvisation, music, and ritual. This unique two-act show dives deep into vulnerability and humor with raw, unpredictable energy. Join a preview performance with a Q&A on May...

$10 – $20

Newberry Veterans Memorial Dedication Ceremony at Lois Forte Park

Lois Forte Park 255 NW 260th St, Newberry, FL, United States

Honor and remember those lost in service to the country at dedication ceremony of the Newberry Veterans Memorial. The City of Newberry and the Newberry Veterans Memorial Committee host the ribbon cutting of the newly installed memorial. The special event features guest speakers including Mayor Jordan Marlowe, Commissioner Mark Clark,...

Memorial Day Tour at Carson Springs Wildlife

Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation 8528 E CR 225, Gainesville, FL, United States

Meet the animals of Carson Springs Wildlife on a Memorial Day Tour. Guided by professional zoologists, tours at Carson Springs are a great family-friendly activity to get close to the animals. See big cat feeding demonstrations and learn more about 100 rare animals.