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.

Alachua County Annual Memorial Day Ceremony

Historic Evergreen Cemetery 401 SE 21 Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

​​Honor and remember veterans and military service members who lost their lives in service to the nation. Alachua County Veteran Services, in collaboration with the City of Gainesville, Vystar Credit Union, and Milam Funeral Homes, invites the community to attend the annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26 at...

Memorial Day at Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park 23400 NW 212 Ave., High Springs, FL, United States

Splash in the wave pool, float down the lazy river and soak up the sun at Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park on Memorial Day.

Memorial Day Tribute Bluegrass Porch Pickin’ at Lochloosa Harbor Fishing Resort

Lochloosa Harbor Fishing Resort 15008 SE US Hwy. 301, Hawthorne, United States

Reflect on Memorial Day with the second annual Bluegrass Porch Pickin' event at Lochloosa Harbor. The musical lineup features The Kentucky Sleepy Hollow Bluegrass Band, Whistler's, Just Grass, Hank and The Friday Woodbine Opry Band and Dinsmore Bluegrass Pickers. Enjoy food and drinks from the Lochloosa store. Admission is free.

Final Weekend of Solo Exhibition “Under Her Wing” at 4Most Gallery

4Most Gallery and Studio 534 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

View the final weekend of Hannah Shipley's solo exhibition "Under Her Wing." "Under Her Wing" remembers and reimagines childhood memories through the lens of multiple familial perspectives. Hannah Shipley finds meaning in the seemingly mundane, yet surprisingly monumental, where her work follows a familial and personal path. Set in a...

Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society on a walk through the park. Identify the wide variety of local wetland and migratory birds in a premier birding hotspot. Walks are free with park admission fee ($5/vehicle) and are offered every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. though the end of May. Birders...

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Morningside Nature Center 3540 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Meet and learn about farm animals at Morningside Nature Center. Children, accompanied by their adult, can meet and learn about all of the farm animals while helping to give them afternoon snacks. This is the final Barnyard Buddies event of the spring and the series will pick back up in...

“The Play That Goes Wrong,” Now through June 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...

Dine to Donate at P.F. Chang’s and Meet Florida Gators Kam James #24

P.F. Chang's 3597 SW 32nd Ct., Gainesville, United States

Enjoy a delicious meal at P.F. Chang's - Butler Town Center, bring in this flyer, show it on your phone, or mention “Dine to Donate”, and P.F. Chang's, Gainesville, FL will donate 10% of your check to nonprofit Omega Temple #5. It’s that easy to enjoy incredible food and support...

Pull Up for Opening Night: “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...

SPARC Place: Artist Residency Kick-Off at Oakview Park

Oakview Park 810 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, United States

Join SPARC352 and kickoff the SPARC Place artist residency program! Meet the artists, enjoy art and performances, kid’s activities, and grab a slice of pizza. The artist residency provides studio space for community artists and musicians.  

Book Signing with Author Lauren Gonzalez “100 Things To Do In Gainesville Before You Die”

Artisans' Guild Gallery 224 NW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy an Artwalk Gainesville book signing with author Lauren Gonzalez. Her book, "100 Things To Do In Gainesville Before You Die" is an insider's guide to the best things to do, see, and taste in Gainesville. Lauren is a third-generation Floridian and has called Gainesville home for 20 years.

Gainesville Fine Arts Association Solo Exhibition Showcases

GFAA Gallery 1314 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Discover a weekly rotation of unique solo exhibitions in the main gallery at Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA). The Artwalk Gainesville reception features "Nearly Touching: Peggy Tate," on display through Saturday, May 31. Upcoming exhibitions in June include "A Matter of Time: Sara Nash," June 4-7, "Totem & Taboo: Nicole...

SOLD OUT Indoors, Livestreaming on the Heartwood Lawn – Americana with S.G. Goodman and Wax Wings

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

Listening room tickets are now sold out, but you can still experience the music of S.G. Goodman and Wax Wings as the concert will be livestreamed on the Heartwood lawn. S.G. Goodman's roots-inflected rock n’ roll uses gritty, haunting vocals to narrate the dual perspectives of her upbringing as the...

$22

Gator Open Grand Prix Volleyball Tournament at Alachua County Sports and Events Center

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

Watch volleyball teams compete at the 2025 AAU Gator Open Grand Prix. The Gator Open welcomes volleyball teams and spectators to the state-of-the-art Alachua County Sports and Events Center in Celebration Pointe for two days of competition.

Survivors of Gun Violence Memorial at Squirrel Ridge Park

Squirrel Ridge Park 1603 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, United States

Join a day of recognition, remembrance and healing. When: Saturday, May 31 from 9-11 a.m. Where: Squirrel Ridge Park, 1603 SW Williston Rd.

Free

Dudley Farm Spring Plant Sale

Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd., Newberry, FL, United States

Make your garden thrive and flourish with a great selection of plants from the Dudley Farm Heritage Nursery. These legacy plants come from the original gardens around the historic Dudley homestead. Find native varieties that not only add beauty to your yard but help support pollinators, wildlife, and the local...

$5

Orthopedic and Sports Massage Certification Course 3: Understanding Lower Extremity Pain and Dysfunction

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

Orthopedic and Sports Massage Certification Course 3: Understanding Lower Extremity Pain and Dysfunction With Cristian Arroyo & Keith Mulford ✅CE Hours: 16 Florida CE Hours 📑 In Understanding Lower Extremity Pain and Dysfunction, focus is on the pelvis, knee complex and ankle anatomy (muscles, bones, joints, ligaments and other structures)....

$349