Haile Farmers Market

Haile Village Center 9116 SW 51st Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery 16919 SW 15th Ave., Newberry, United States

Grab fresh vegetables and support local vendors in one stop at the Saturday Farm Market. Open Saturdays during the growing season (October - July), the market features farm fresh produce and plants from Sweet Roots Organics, pasture raised meat from Marcinek Farms, stoneware pottery from Mud Slinger Studio, goat milk...

Florida Emancipation Day Festival

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

Honor the legacy of freedom and resilience at the Emancipation Day Festival. Starting at 9 a.m., Mrs. Vivian Filer and Mayor Harvey Ward lead a community walk from Depot Park to the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center. After the march, enjoy music, dance, exhibits and educational activities, screenings of...

Free
Event Series HIGH SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

High Springs Historical Society Museum 23760 NW 187th Ave., High Springs, FL, United States

Located in the old school building behind City Hall, High Springs Historical Museum features local history from the 1890s with an operating diorama of 1948 Atlantic Coastline train yard. There's fun for kids with the interactive Thomas train and Cranky.

Free

Micanopy Memorial Commemoration Saturday

Downtown Micanopy 200 NE Cholokka Blvd., Micanopy, United States

Join a Memorial Day commemoration in Micanopy on Saturday, May 24. Beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, view the color guard and wreath dedication ceremony in downtown Micanopy. Throughout day, enjoy live music and browse the antique shops, craft shops, cafes and tour the Micanopy Historic Society Museum. Admission is...

Event Series Maker Workshops

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

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

Engage in hands-on maker sessions to build and create using a variety of materials, electronics, and coding platforms. Each week has a different theme and provides an opportunity to take part in STEAM-activities like 3D modeling, basic coding, and more! These workshops are designed for people age 9 and up....

Burger Wars at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company

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

This Memorial Day Weekend, the grills are hot and the stakes are high for BURGER WARS 🍔🏆 Burger Wars: 3 Food Trucks. One Champion! Saturday, May 24 | 4–8 PM @cheffreys_ , @mayflower.foodtruck & @flouthernbbq will go head-to-head, each bringing their best burger to the table. One’s firing up the...

Free

Garden Party at South Main Station

South Main Station 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate the opening of The Garden at South Main Station with a garden party. The newly constructed outdoor space features a new deck, outdoor furniture and native landscaping. Enjoy music from DJ Ethezus and offerings from Humble Wood Fire, Bingo Deli and Grand Scheme Brewing. Plus, explore the newest additions...

Roller Derby: Gainesville vs. Tallahassee at the MLK Center

MLK Center 1028 NE 14TH St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Come cheer on the Gainesville Roller Rebels as they take on Tallahassee Roller Derby on May 24th! Tickets are just $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Kids 12 and under get in FREE! Online tickets available at https://tinyurl.com/GRRMay24 or grab yours in person at Loosey’s! Doors open at...

$15

Farm-to-Table Dinner Benefiting Gaineville Giving Garden at Afternoon

Afternoon 231 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, United States

Celebrate the season’s end with a special farm-to-table dinner in support of Gainesville Giving Garden. Hosted by Afternoon Restaurant, Cypress & Grove Brewing Company, and the Giving Garden, the evening begins with a farm tour, followed by a multi-course, locally sourced dinner. Optional beer pairings are available, curated by Cypress...

$150

Folk with Tina and Her Pony at The Bull

The Bull 18 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Live music by Tina and Her Pony from 8-10pm at The Bull. $7 cover at the door

$7

Cocktails and Classics: Close Encounters of the Third Kind at the Hippodrome Cinema

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

Take a science fiction adventure from Muncie, Indiana to Devils Tower, Wyoming with a screening of Close Encounters of the Third Kind. After a close encounter with a UFO, Roy Neary finds his ordinary daily life turned upside down, spurring him to an obsessed cross-country quest as a momentous event...

(Sold Out) Beginners Mosaic Workshop at The AUK Market

The AUK Market 2031 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join us at The Auk Market for a beginners mosaic workshop led by Satchel's Pizza artist in residence, Leah Piekarski @refractedlight_mosaic. This has been a very popular and fun workshop! Take home your very own masterpiece in this 3-hour, hands-on workshop. Participants will adorn a 6-inch square tray with a...

$60

“Inspired By” Exhibit Opening Reception at The Art Gallery at Oak Hammock

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida 5100 SW 25th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States

View the judged art show, “Inspired By,” hosted by Oak Hammock. 35 artists from Oak Hammock and other regional north Florida artists exhibit over 90 works  in various media including oil, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, stained glass and photography. The reception will include wine and hors d’oeuvres. Many of these...

Free

Blues on the Patio with Beautiful Bobby Blackmon at A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center

A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center 1013 NW 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy a blues performance on the patio with Beautiful Bobby Blackmon. Bobby Blackmon's musical influences range from B.B. King to Buddy Guy and over the course of his highly successful musical career, Bobby has had the honor of being named the opening act for both of these legends. Admission is...

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.