Interfaith Community Park Clean Up at Veterans Memorial Park

Veterans Memorial Park 7400 SW 41st Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Jewish Council of North Central Florida (JCNCF) and local partners for Reverse Tashlich, a reimagined Jewish tradition focused on healing the environment. Instead of casting bread into the water, volunteers symbolically remove trash from land and water - renewing the community and the planet. All ages are welcome...

Free

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

Shuffle through thousands of records and add to your music collection. The Gainesville Record Fair returns to Cypress & Grove for a huge fall sale with vendors from around the state offering records, CDs, tapes, posters and music related merchandise for sale. Plus, enjoy all-vinyl DJ sets from Adikt and...

Sing for the Sun: A Concert Celebrating Sun Day at Wesley United Methodist Church

Wesley United Methodist Church 826 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

A concert celebrating SUN DAY - a national day of action to celebrate the power of clean energy. Local performers including the Caring and Sharing School, 1000 Voices Quintet, Leo Nico, Jerry Carris, Mandy Fugate and friends, and the GNV Ukulele Club. Presented by Climate Reality Project GNV Area Chapter,...

Free

Family Fun Day at Celebration Pointe

Celebration Pointe 3528 SW 45th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join Celebration Pointe for Family Fun Day, a community event full of activities for all ages! Enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, raffles, and lawn games, along with special entertainment throughout the day. Starting this September, Family Fun Day will take place every third Sunday of the month from...

Florida Women’s Soccer vs. South Carolina at Donald R. Dizney Stadium

Donald R Dizney Stadium

Join at the Donald R. Dizney Stadium this Sunday at 4 p.m. as the Gators take on South Carolina! One lucky fan will be walking home with brand new air pods. Admission is always free at the Diz. See you there, and Go Gators!

Free

Tot Trot with the Florida Museum: Seeds at UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory

UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Natural Area Dr., Gainesville, United States

Get your toddler excited about science and natural history. Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive nature walk. This program promotes child-focused sensory experiences, investigation and exploration with a focus on science. Recommended for children ages 2-5 years old (child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone)....

On View 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...

Florida Museum on the Go! Early Explorers: Trackways at Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

Millhopper Library Branch 3145 NW 43 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Gear up for fun and learning with your littles at the library. The Florida Museum's Prehistoric Life series shows the fascinating animals that roamed Florida millions of years ago with real fossils, replicas and models. This series consists of four free, 30-minute learning sessions meant for children aged 3-5. While...

Florida Museum on the Go! Science Surprises: Make a Snake Catcher at Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

Millhopper Library Branch 3145 NW 43 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Step into the shoes of a scientist and make your own research tools at the local 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,...

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...

Gainesville Reads Festival Hosted by The Lynx, Now Through September 27

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

Experience a good read with immersive activities during the month-long reading festival Gainesville Reads. The Lynx Books hosts a range of free events all focused around a single book, encouraging as many people as possible to read and engage with it. This year's selection is "We're Alone" by Haitian-American author...

Free

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
The 39 Steps at The Hippodrome Theatre

Comedic Thriller “The 39 Steps” at the Hippodrome Theatre, September 18-28

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

Watch what happens when a man on the run, a mysterious organization and a case of mistaken identity combine on stage at the Hippodrome Theatre. "The 39 Steps" is the Hitchcockian comedic thriller that's taking Gainesville by storm. Four incredible actors become 150 characters in this Tony Award-winning production. Performances...

NEW at the Cade Museum: “The Birth of Sports Science: From Gatorade to Other Amazing Game Changers”

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

Explore the new exhibit "The Birth of Sports Science: From Gatorade to Other Amazing Game Changers" and learn how science and invention have transformed sports, from ancient training methods and homemade tonics to - Gatorade, high-tech equipment and data-driven performance tools. Discover the breakthroughs that changed the game, the inventors...

“Fascination of Science” Photo Exhibit at the Cade Museum

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

Explore the exhibit "Fascination of Science" to see intersection of art and science through the lens of German artist Herlinde Koelbl. The photo exhibition features portraits of Nobel laureates and leading scientists from around the globe. First shown in Germany in 2020, it has since traveled around the world. The...

NYT’s Peter Goodman: Global Trade and Tariffs at UF Pugh Hall Ocora

Pugh Hall Ocora 241 Pugh Hall, Gainesville, FL, United States

Peter S. Goodman, global economics correspondent for The New York Times and author of How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain, will give a public talk on campus titled “The Reemergence of Place in Global Business.” The talk will take place at 5 p.m. on...

Free

Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Annual Mega Mixer at Celebration Pointe

Celebration Pointe 3528 SW 45th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Leadership Gainesville Alumni Association in partnership with the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals have organized this event in Greater Gainesville in order to provide an evening of networking and collaboration. This is not only a great opportunity to connect with others but it also a great opportunity to learn more...

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...

Sugaray Rayford – Live Soul Music at Heartwood

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

Experience the unstoppable energy of Sugaray Rayford as he brings his powerhouse voice and electrifying stage presence to Heartwood Soundstage. A night of soul, funk, and blues you won’t forget!

$20