Pulp Presents: Jazz Night with the Aaron Irwin and Ed White Trios at 117

117 117 NW 16th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Immerse yourself in an evening of dynamic, contemporary jazz featuring the Aaron Irwin Trio and the Ed White Trio. Saxophonist and clarinetist Aaron Irwin leads a lineup with Mike Baggetta on guitar and Bill Campbell on drums. The Ed White Trio includes Rafael Abdalla on bass and Ryan Hecker on...

$10

World Sacred Flutes at Unity of Gainesville

Unity of Gainesville 8801 NW 39th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a magical presentation featuring sacred flutes and music from the Native American tradition, Japan, Hawaii, India, Africa and Ireland. Music by JS. Bach, Rimsky Korsakov, Borodin, original and traditional songs at Unity of Gainesville, Florida on Sunday, August 17. Presented by Manuel Roberto on woodwinds, Bernice Roberto on Harp...

Free

Sun Country Dance Theatre Open Auditions

Sun Country Sports 333 SW 140th Terrace, Newberry, FL, United States

Aspiring dancers are invited to audition for the 2025–2026 season of Sun Country Dance Theatre. A required pre-audition meeting takes place Wednesday, August 13 at 7 p.m. Pre-registration and a $25 fee are due by August 15. Auditions are grouped by age and experience, starting at 12:15 p.m. Funded in...

(Sold Out) Rhinestones & Resistance: Alt-Country with Whiskey & Co., The Ones to Blame, Rancho La Chua, Uncle Mosie and Cooper at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Come out to Heartwood Soundstage for Rhinestones & Resistance, a country music show against fascism featuring an incredible line up of Gainesville alt-country bands: Whiskey & Co., The Ones to Blame, Rancho La Chua, Uncle Mosie, and Cooper.

$15 – $20

Gators Game Day Locker Room Tours

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Gators football with a guided 30-minute tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and South End Zone Football Complex. Walk through the players’ locker room and visit the stadium field level. Tours run throughout the afternoon from noon to 5 p.m. Book your tour...

$15

The Pampered Chef Fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Disease at

High Springs New Century Woman's Club 23674 US-27, High Springs, FL, United States

Join an evening of culinary delights at a Pampered Chef Demonstration, hosted by the GFWC High Springs New Century Woman’s Club. Enjoy delicious food, fun demonstrations, and community fellowship - all while supporting a meaningful cause. Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. Bring a friend...

Free

Gainesville Master Chorale Open Rehearsal at UF School of Music

UF School of Music, Room 120 435 Newell Dr., Gainesville, United States

Join the Gainesville Master Chorale, North Central Florida’s premier vocal ensemble, for an open rehearsal to kick off the 2025–2026 season. Adult singers with prior experience are welcome. Those who wish to continue with the chorale may audition with Maestro Will Kesling at the conclusion of the rehearsal. Weekly rehearsals...

Science Surprises: Exploring Surface Tension at the Alachua County Library District Alachua Branch

Alachua Library Branch 14298 NW 140th St, Alachua, FL, United States

Splash into Science with the Florida Museum at the library! Neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands. Perfect for elementary-aged learners looking for something new to do. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions aimed at bringing core science concepts to K-8 students in...

Florida School of Massage Open House

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

Learn about the Florida School of Massage at their open house. Explore the community, learn about the massage program and experience a free chair massage. Space is limited, reserve your spot online for free.

Free

Having Fun, Wish You Here! An Illustrated History of the Postcard in Florida

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

Take an exciting trip back in time, from the days when Florida was a backwoods swamp in the early 1900s, through its transformation into a vacation paradise in the 1950s. Join award-winning editor and veteran postcard collector Liz Coursen as she uses museum-quality postcards – many featuring vintage views of...

Free

Heartwood Community Night: “Since I Laid My Burden Down” with E. Stanley Richardson

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

Experience an evening of poetry, music and song with Alachua County Poet Laureate E. Stanley Richardson and friends. "Since I Laid My Burden Down" features the reading of new and selected poems from E. Stanley Richardson, accompanied by Emmanuel Garilus (saxophone), Michelle Johnson (vocals), David Singletary (keyboard) and Wester Joseph...

Free

“Mindbender Mansion” at the Cade Museum

The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of "Mindbender Mansion," a quirky place full of puzzles, brainteasers, and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers. Join the Mindbender Society by gathering hidden clues and secret passwords. Solve brainteasers and group challenges...

New at the Harn Museum “French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 – 1950”

Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Explore the new exhibit "French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950," showcasing over 55 paintings, drawings and sculptures from the Brooklyn Museum’s collection of European art. "French Moderns" also features Claude Monet’s "Waterloo Bridge" on loan from the Lowe Art Museum, and "Champ d’avoine (Oat Field)" from the Harn’s collection. The exhibition...

Science Surprises: Make an Anemometer at the Alachua County Library District Waldo Branch

Waldo Library Branch 14998 US Hwy 301, Waldo, FL, United States

Step into the shoes of a scientist and make your own research tools at the library! Out in the field, researchers use special tools to explore the natural world. Learn how to make and use these neat tools yourself. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions, perfect...

Now Open: Escape Rooms, Axe Throwing, Rage Rooms and Splatter Rooms at Gamers Excape

Gamers Excape Gainesville 620 NW 16th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Choose your own adventure with four unique experiences under one roof: escape rooms, rage rooms, axe throwing and splatter paint rooms with UV lights. Gamers Excape is a new Black-owned entertainment venue in Gainesville perfect for college students looking for fun and stress relief, families and adults seeking something new,...

$40

Science Surprises: Exploring Surface Tension at the Alachua County Library District Micanopy Branch

Micanopy Library Branch 706 NE Cholokka Blvd., Micanopy, FL, United States

Splash into Science with the Florida Museum at the library! Neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands. Perfect for elementary-aged learners looking for something new to do. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions aimed at bringing core science concepts to K-8 students in...

“No Other Land” at the Hippodrome Cinema, August 21-24

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

"No Other Land" is a 2024 directorial debut by Basel Adra, Hamdan Ballal, Yuval Abraham, and Rachel Szor, a Palestinian-Israeli collective of filmmakers. The four conceived and produced the film to shed light on the ongoing situation in their homelands. The film was recorded between 2019 and 2023 and was...

Florida Gators Soccer Home Opener vs. Towson at Donald R. Dizney Stadium

Donald R Dizney Stadium

Florida Gators Soccer kicks off their season with a matchup against the Towson Tigers. Be among the first 150 fans to receive a free vuvuzela and enter to win football tickets vs. LIU. Don't miss out on any of the action this season. Admission to Florida Soccer is free!

Free

Loosey’s Recording Grant Showcase at Loosey’s Downtown

Loosey's Downtown 120 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join MusicGNV for an incredible night featuring My Favorite Animal, Sam Cone, Harry Todd and Madame Rius. This show is a collaboration between MusicGNV and Indie Demolition Night, celebrating the most recent Loosey’s Quarterly Recording Grant winners. For those who won't have the chance to experience this exciting show live,...

$8