Event Series Jazz on Main Street GNV-Pro-JAM

Jazz on Main Street GNV-Pro-JAM at GFAA Gallery

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

Step into the Gainesville Fine Arts Association Gallery as it transforms into a vibrant live Jazz Jam Session, where local jazz professionals and college musicians come together to play, vibe, and explore in an atmosphere where art and music intertwine. With special guest artists often joining in, every night is...

Florida Museum’s Fall Plant Sale at UF Cultural Plaza, September 19-20

Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Discover which pollinator species you can attract and learn about the butterfly-friendly plants that work best in your landscape. The Florida Museum’s fall plant sale is one of the largest of the year, featuring more than 100 species of Florida- and pollinator-friendly plants. The sale takes place at the UF...

Free Movie Night: “Glory” at the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center

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

The Cotton Club Museum & Cultural Center jointly with the Alachua County Library District is showing the film “Glory” at the Cotton Club Museum, 837 SE 7th Avenue, Gainesville, at 6:30PM on Friday night, September 19th, 2025. This event is free and open to the public, but attendees are requested...

Free

Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus 3rd Friday Concert at St. Patrick Catholic Church

St. Patrick Catholic Church 500 NE 16th Ave., Gainesville, United States

You're invited to a special performance by the Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus. Bring a friend and enjoy an evening of harmony and community. Admission is free.

A free will offering will be taken up for the performers of the concert

UpStage at the Phillips Center with Tyreek McDole

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

Step up to the Phillips Center main stage for a unique jazz club experience. Tyreek McDole brings his deep, bluesy vocals and a seriously swinging jazz band to UpStage. A Florida native, he has taken the New York and international music scenes by storm, being recognized as only the second...

Uncle Morty’s Rhythm Cream Returns to Rock Bo Diddley Plaza

Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Dance to the funky music of Uncle Morty's Rhythm Cream at the Free Fridays Concert Series. Head downtown for the free outdoor concert at Bo Diddley Plaza and enjoy food and drinks from nearby restaurants.

Free

Movie Night: “Wicked” at Tioga Town Center

Tioga Town Center 133 SW 130th Way, Newberry, FL, United States

"Wicked," the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda,...

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

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...

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

Community Service “Unconference” Event: CityCamp Gainesville at Pascal’s Coffee

Pascal's Coffee 112 NW 16th St., Gainesville, United States

Join Florida Community Innovation and QueerCoded for a fun, community-driven event where neighbors, civic leaders, and technical and non-technical people alike team up to spark real solutions for Gainesville. The idea is to have collaborative conversations that turn into action, while also participating in community service projects together. Click here...

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...

Newberry Main Street Organization’s 3rd Annual Fabulous 50’s Festival

Newberry Historic District 25320 W Newberry Rd., Newberry, United States

Do "The Twist" in Newberry for afternoon hopping with local vendors and a keen car show at the Fabulous '50s Festival! Come immerse yourself in times not so complicated. Enjoy tunes of the times, hotrods, and all the charm the City of Newberry has to offer.

UF HealthStreet 7th Annual Night of Dance

UF HealthStreet 2401 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

The UF HealthStreet 7th Annual Night of Dance event is an extension of what they do every day - going out into the community and meeting community members where they are as they discuss their health needs and concerns. Night of Dance is about bringing community together through dancing. Through...

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

Enter the jazz club setting of UpStage at the Phillips Center for a night of contemporary bluegrass. 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...