Opening Weekend of the Tony Award-Winning Musical “RENT,” September 19-21

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

Be transported to New York's bohemian East Village during the 1990s for a powerful and poignant stage production of "RENT. Follow a group of friends and artists as they navigate the challenges of love, loss and survival amidst the AIDS epidemic. "RENT" celebrates life, love, and the resilience of the...

$15 – $25

Jonathan Larson’s RENT at the Gainesville Community Playhouse September 19 – October 12

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

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Jonathan Larson’s RENT, running September 19–October 12 at the GCP Playhouse. Performances are held Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Content advisory: mature themes and language; strobe lighting. PLEASE NOTE that, beginning this season, evening shows start at 7:30 p.m. Showtimes,...

Final Weekend of “On Clover Road” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

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

At an abandoned motel on a desolate American road, a mother meets with a cult deprogrammer, believing she will be reunited with her runaway daughter. What happens instead – in this smart, harrowing, edge-of-your-seat thriller – is something that will shock her to her core. What will a mother do...

Salsa Mundial Hosts Three Days of Celebrations for its 10th Anniversary, September 19-21

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

Celebrate a decade of Salsa Mundial with three days of dance workshops, performances and socials featuring guest instructors, DJs and dancers from across Florida. Highlights include salsa and bachata workshops for all levels, live shows, and themed dance socials at Salsa Mundial, the Cade Museum and Swamp Head Brewery. Dance...

$20 – $150

Hogtown 5K Beer Run at Haile West Park

Haile West Park 9538 SW 39th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

The 12th Annual Hogtown 5K Beer Run returns with a scenic cross-country course through Haile Plantation, benefitting Climb for Cancer. The finish line includes Swamp Head Brewery for adult runners, and root beer for kids with music and entertainment. Highlights include the Half Pint Root Beer Run for kids 10...

Two-Day Oil Painting Workshop: Paint Like the Masters…with the Grisaille Method at Lanza Gallery and Art Supplies, September 13 and 20

Lanza Gallery & Art Supplies 23645 W US Hwy 27, High Springs, FL, United States

Learn the traditional Grisaille Method in this two-day oil painting class. Award-winning artist and owner of Lanza Gallery & Art Supplies, Tina Corbett, leads both classes in High Springs, Florida. The first session, September 13, focuses on planning, tools, light and dark values and building the underpainting. The second class,...

$200

Free Fix-It Clinic at Gainesville Hackerspace

The Gainesville Hackerspace 4101 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Bring a broken appliance to Gainesville Hackerspace and their members will do their best to repair your items. What can you bring? • Lamps, toasters, hair dryers, etc.; • Vacuum cleaners; • Sewing machines (non-computerized); • Knives that need sharpening; • And other small appliances. Limit: Two items per guest....

Free

Corn Hole Tournament Benefitting Stonewall Sports at Swamp Head Brewery

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

Join Swamp Head’s first-ever Cornhole Tournament, hosted by and benefitting Stonewall Sports Gainesville! Registration: Sign up with a partner in person at noon. ($20 per team, $10 per person) Gameplay: Bracket-style, games start at 1:30 PM Prizes: $100 gift card + prize pack $50 gift card $40 gift card 100%...

Florida Women, Advice & Social Change

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

Discover how newspaper advice columns shaped the lives and relationships of Floridian women in the 1950s and 1960s. Join Dr. Kimberly Voss as she explores how these columns - ranging from traditional to progressive - reflected and influenced social change during a pivotal era in women’s history. Admission is free...

flipturn Lead Singer Dillon Basse at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Dillon Basse is the lead singer of the Florida-based indie rock band flipturn. He will be performing an evening of his original music.

$25.99

UpStage at the Phillips Center with The Jacob Jolliff Band

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

The Jacob Jolliff Band stands at the forefront of newgrass with their progressive style and eclectic influences. Led by Jacob Jolliff, one of the world’s premier mandolin players, the band combines traditional bluegrass with pop, jazz, and even Celtic influences. Their performances are a journey to amazing harmonic and improvisation...

Florida Bridal Expo

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

Plan your entire wedding in one day, all in one place, while meeting top wedding professionals ready to help make your big day unforgettable. You can even book your favorite wedding professional at the show. The first 30 brides through the doors will receive a three-day, two-night hotel stay in...

$10.00 – $20.00

Gainesville Fall Record Fair at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company

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

The Gainesville Record Fair returns to Cypress & Grove for another huge fall sale. Vendors from around the state will have thousands of records, CDs and music related merchandise for sale. Plus, vinyl DJs, Frenchmen Food truck and libations for the day. Not to be missed.

BINGO at Swamp Head Brewery

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

Sip, play, and support Florida’s trails! Join Swamp Head Brewery on Tuesday, September 23, for a night of bingo benefiting the Florida Trail Association, the nonprofit that develops and protects the Florida National Scenic Trail. Two 5-game sessions start at 6 PM and 7:15 PM — come for one or...

Line Dancing at Swamp Head Brewery

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

Join a boot scootin' good time on Wednesday, September 24th from 6-8 pm! Swamp Head Brewery welcomes instructor Lisa Spangler to the brewery for a *free* evening of line dancing. Lessons will be provided, and all skill levels are welcome to join. Wear your boots, bring your friends, and prepare...

Free

Music Bingo Night at Blackadder Brewing

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

Colors Music Bingo! Thursday, September 25th at 7PM What it is & How it works: Music Bingo is a modern twist on traditional bingo, replacing numbers with songs. Mark off songs on your cards when you hear them to compete for prizes. This one is "Colors" themed which means either...

Event Series Drag Bingo at First Magnitude

Drag Bingo at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

🌈 Grab your friends and enjoy a game of bingo fit for a Qween with Drag Bingo in the First Magnitude beer garden. The Pride Center of North Central Florida will be selling bingo cards ($2 each of 3 for $5) and you’ll have the opportunity to win some awesome...

Free

Swamp Head Brewery’s Oktoberfest

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

Prost to good times: it's Oktoberfest at Swamp Head Brewery! Enjoy German beers, steins, sausages & live tunes. Festivities start at 4 p.m. with food from Stubbies, TommyKnockers and Uppercrust, music by Varsity Tuba Quartet and games like Sausage Toss, Stein-Holding and Oktoberfest Musical Chairs. Check the Swamp Head Brewery...

Waldo 3rd Annual Homecoming Festival

Waldo City Park 14705 NE Waldo Rd., Waldo, United States

Celebrate community, connection and small-town charm with big-time fun at Waldo’s 3rd Annual Homecoming Festival. Enjoy a weekend packed with local craft vendors, live music and entertainment, food trucks, family fun with games and kids activities. Saturday features the homecoming parade at 10 a.m. followed by the festival and car...

Event Series Art Walk Night at First Magnitude

Art Walk Night at First Magnitude

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

✨ It’s not every day that your beer comes with a side of live art, music, and creative connection, but it is every last Friday at First Magnitude! First Magnitude Brewing Company brings back Art Walk nights - a curated gathering of local artists and makers, live music, food trucks,...

Free