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Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Wednesday, May 21, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: Sweetwater Wetlands Park

325 SW Williston Rd.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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…

boardwalk at sweetwater wetlands park

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, May 21, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

New at the Cade Museum: Mindbender Mansion

Thursday, May 22, 10:00 a.m. - Sunday, September 7, 4:00 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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…

cade museum rotunda

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, May 22, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Special Comedy Night -Trevor Glassman at Daft Cow Brewery

Thursday, May 22, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Venue: Daft Cow Brewery

13800 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Trevor Glassman – the stand up comedy you’ve seen on ESPN & HULU – is hitting Daft Cow Brewery for one night only! Known for his clean, high-energy comedy, Trevor brings the laughs without the cringe. Whether you’re 21 or 81, you’re in for a night of non-stop fun that’ll…

comedy night poster

Charity Bingo Night at Blackadder Brewing

Thursday, May 22, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Venue: Blackadder Brewing Company

618 NW 60th St Ste A

Gainesville, FL 32607

Time for some B-I-N-G-O! Thursday, May 22nd at 7PM. Join Blackadder Brewing  for an evening of fun to benefit charity partner, Junior League of Gainesville! 8 rounds of play with prizes each round. Fun! Beer! Food! Food truck on site for event: Twisted Tikka

charity bingo night

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, May 22, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

Opening Weekend for “The Play That Goes Wrong,” May 23 – June 8

Friday, May 23, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 8, 5:00 p.m.

Venue: Gainesville Community Playhouse

4039 NW 16th Blvd.

Gainesville, FL 32605

Laugh out loud when the Cornley Drama Society tries to stage a classic whodunnit only to face one disaster after another. Props go missing, scenery falls apart, actors trip on stage, the leading lady becomes unconscious, and a corpse can’t stay dead. Find out if the accident-prone actors can make…

The Play That Goes Wrong

NCAA Softball Championship Gainesville Super Regional

Friday, May 23, 11:00 a.m. - Sunday, May 25, 3:00 p.m.

Venue: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium

2880 Hull Rd.

Gainesville, FL 32608

Join the N0. 3 national seed Florida Gators take on the Georgia Bulldogs for a spot in the Women’s College World Series! The best-of-three series starts Friday, May 23 at 11 a.m. followed by game two on Saturday, May 24 at 11 a.m. Sunday’s schedule will be announced if necessary….

ncaa super regional florida vs georgia

Dripping in Gold Art Exhibition Reception at Loften High School

Friday, May 23, 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Venue: Loften High School

3000 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32641

View the 21st Annual Institute of Graphic Art and Design (IGAD) art exhibition at Lofted High School. The show features paintings, drawings, sculptures, and more from 9th through 12th graders in the Institute of Graphic Art & Design at the Professional Academies Magnet at Loften. Artistic crafts and services will…

dripping in gold art exhibition flyer

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, May 23, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

Hurricane Season Kickoff: Tap Into Preparedness at Daft Cow Brewery

Friday, May 23, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Daft Cow Brewery

13800 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Get hurricane ready with Alachua County Emergency Management and other local organizations at Daft Cow Brewery! Stop by, learn some essential preparedness tips, snag a limited-edition pint glass, and support the local community. Hurricane season starts June 1 – are you prepared?

Hurricane preparedness event at daft cow brewery

Classic Rock with Crooked Counsel at One Love Cafe

Friday, May 23, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Enjoy good food, good vibes and live music on the outdoor patio at One Love Cafe.

concert at one love cafe

Americana with Wim Tapley & The Cannons with hallpass at Heartwood Soundstage

Friday, May 23, 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Venue: Heartwood Soundstage

619 Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Based in Athens, Georgia, Wim Tapley came of age playing shows in Washington D.C. where he honed his voice with the passion of a born troubadour. Firmly rooted in Americana and dashed with catchy pop sensibilities, the swinging depths of neo-soul, and a sprinkling of riotous horns, Wim’s arresting sound…

picture of the band laughing in front of some bright lights

Boca Fiesta Showcase at the Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, May 23, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Boca Fiesta presents a punk showcase with The Interwaves, Chimes and Confession Kids in downtown Gainesville. The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Ritual at The Wooly

Friday, May 23, 10:00 p.m. - Saturday, May 24, 12:30 a.m.

Venue: The Wooly

20 N Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

🕯️ RITUAL returns… 🖤 A night of goth, industrial, synthpop, and dark dancefloor magic. 🗓️ May 23 🎧 With DJ Drew Love & Mr. Obsidian 📍The Wooly 🕛 Doors at 10pm

ritual music poster

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, May 24, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, May 24, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, May 25, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, May 24, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, May 24, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, May 24, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

Florida Emancipation Day Festival

Saturday, May 24, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Venue: Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center

837 SE 7th Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Join the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center to celebrate Emancipation Day in Florida, beginning with a community walk from Depot Park, led by Mrs. Vivian Filer and Mayor Harvey Ward. After the march, enjoy music, dance, exhibits and educational activities, screenings of the mini-documentary “Before Juneteenth: Emancipation in Florida”…

cotton club museum

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, May 24, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, May 24, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, May 24, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

Burger Wars at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company

Saturday, May 24, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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…

burger wars poster

Roller Derby: Gainesville vs. Tallahassee at the MLK Center

Saturday, May 24, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Venue: MLK Center

1028 NE 14TH St

Gainesville, FL 32601

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…

gainesville roller rebels vs. tallhassee

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

Saturday, May 24, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Venue: Afternoon

231 NW 10th Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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…

farm to table dinner

Folk with Tina and Her Pony at The Bull

Saturday, May 24, 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Venue: The Bull

18 SW 1st Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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

tina and her pony flyer

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, May 25, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

(Sold Out) Beginners Mosaic Workshop at The AUK Market

Sunday, May 25, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Venue: The AUK Market

2031 NW 6th St.

Gainesville, FL 32609

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…

beginners mosaic workshop

Messy: Loveset No. 2 at Limelight

Sunday, May 25, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Limelight

4908 NW 34th St, Ste 12

Gainesville, FL 32605

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…

Promotional flyer for Messy: Loveset No. 2, featuring event dates, times, and venue with bold yellow-and-black caution tape and lace wedding dress background.

Memorial Day at Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park

Monday, May 26, 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park

23400 NW 212 Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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

kulaqua river ranch wave pool

Grove Street Farmers Market

Monday, May 26, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Farm fresh eggs and lettuce

Archer Farmers Market

Tuesday, May 27, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum

16994 SW 134th Ave

Archer, FL 32618

archers farmers market

One Love Market

Tuesday, May 27, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

One Love Market

Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Wednesday, May 28, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: Sweetwater Wetlands Park

325 SW Williston Rd.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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…

boardwalk at sweetwater wetlands park

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, May 28, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

“Pump Boys and Dinettes,” May 28 – June 20

Wednesday, May 28, 7:00 p.m. - Friday, June 20, 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Hippodrome Theatre

25 SE 2nd Pl.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Fill up your tank and your spirit with the Tony-nominated musical “Pump Boys and Dinettes!” Highway 57 comes to life on the Hippodrome Theatre mainstage. Step into the world Double Cupp Diner and the gas station next door, where the Pump Boys and the Dinette sisters serve up a delicious…

Pump Boys and Dinettes at the Hippodrome Theatre

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, May 29, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, May 29, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, May 30, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

SPARC Place: Artist Residency Kick-Off at Oakview Park

Friday, May 30, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Venue: Oakview Park

810 NW 8th Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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.  

spark place artist residence kick off

Artwalk Gainesville

Friday, May 30, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown Gainesville

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Explore the local art scene on a self-guided tour. Experience local galleries, artist studios, and cultural events in various locations in Gainesville FL. Preview monthly venues and artists at www.artwalkgainesville.com. Sponsored in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.  

people looking art an art exhibit

Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, May 30, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Americana with S.G. Goodman and Wax Wings at Heartwood Soundstage

Friday, May 30, 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Venue: Heartwood Soundstage

619 Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

S.G. Goodman’s roots-inflected rock n’ roll uses gritty, haunting vocals to narrate the dual perspectives of her upbringing as the daughter of a crop farmer, and a queer woman coming out in a rural town. Her album, Teeth Marks, is what you might get if Flannery O’Connor and Lou Reed…

Headshot of S.G. Goodman

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

Saturday, May 31, 7:00 a.m. - Monday, June 2, 6:59 a.m.

Venue: Alachua County Sports and Event Center

4870 Celebration Pointe Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32608

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.

Gator Open Volleyball

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, May 31, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, May 31, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 1, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, May 31, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, May 31, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Survivors of Gun Violence Memorial at Squirrel Ridge Park

Saturday, May 31, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: Squirrel Ridge Park

1603 SW Williston Rd.

Gainesville, FL 32608

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.

survivors of gun violence memorial

Dudley Farm Spring Plant Sale

Saturday, May 31, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Venue: Dudley Farm Historic State Park

18730 W Newberry Rd.

Newberry, FL 32669

This is the time of year to make your garden thrive and flourish. Dudley Farm Heritage Nursery has a great selection of “Heritage” plants. These come from the original gardens around the Dudley homestead, and are legacy plants. They also have native plants which beautify your yard, while providing shelter…

table with plants for sale

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, May 31, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

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

Saturday, May 31, 9:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 1, 5:00 p.m.

Venue: Florida School of Massage

6421 SW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32608

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)….

Sports massage event flyer

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, May 31, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, May 31, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, May 31, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

“Silver Linings” Community Day

Saturday, May 31, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

3259 Hull Rd.

Gainesville, FL 32611

Explore the “Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection” exhibition with an all-day celebration. “Silver Linings” Community Day features docent-led tours, music from DJ Wax Atom, silk screening with LVR Ink, dancing lessons with Smooth Flava, art making activities with the Bailey Learning and Arts Collective and Turbado Marabou. Meet…

Artist-in-Residence Jessica Clermon

Kid’s Improv Workshop at Unity of Gainesville

Saturday, May 31, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Venue: Unity of Gainesville

8801 NW 39th Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32606

For kids ages 6-10, a special 90 min workshop in storytelling, improv and interpretive theater! They’ll have a great time ‘mixing and matching’ some old skills, developing new skills, and creating FUN with no skills. This workshop will Activate creativity – Build confidence – Improve communication skills – Develop theatrical…

kids storytelling workshop poster

Karaoke Night at Blackadder Brewing!

Saturday, May 31, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Blackadder Brewing Company

618 NW 60th St Ste A

Gainesville, FL 32607

🎤 Join an unforgettable Karaoke Night at Blackadder Brewing! 🎶 Hosted by Justin from Bearded Brothers Events, this is your chance to shine on stage and enjoy a night full of music, laughter, and great company. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, everyone’s welcome to grab the…

karaoke night flyer

Tap into Preparedness-High Springs Brewing Co.

Saturday, May 31, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Brewing Company

HURRICANE SEASON STARTS JUNE 1ST—ARE YOU READY? Join Alachua County Emergency Management and other local organizations at several of our local breweries to get hurricane-ready! Stop by, learn some essential preparedness tips, snag a limited-edition pint glass, and support our local community. The first 100 attendees at each event who…

Flyer image for the public event at High Springs Brewing Company on May 31st from 6pm to 9pm

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, June 1, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Quest for Lancelot’s Arthur at Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

Sunday, June 1, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

3145 NW 43rd St.

Gainesville, FL 32606

Award-winning author Richard Gartee will give a free multimedia presentation featuring photographs from historic King Arthur sites in Britain and will also discuss whether King Arthur was a historical person or a fictional myth.

Author at Arthur's birthplace

Embrace. Elevate. Explore. Women’s Yoga Workshop

Sunday, June 1, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

A workshop for women to journey inward through movement, breath, and words. Join Amanda Bush RYT-500 and writer Cari Oleskewicz as we lead a small group of women in yoga, meditation, movement, writing, and contemplation towards a focus on feeling good and understanding and serving our deepest and most authentic…

embrace, elevate, explore yoga flyer

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk

Sunday, June 1, 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: First Magnitude Brewing Company

1220 SE Veitch St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Go birding with the Alachua Audubon Society on the monthly bird walk starting at the brewery. Alachua Audubon Society volunteers lead the bird walk from First Magnitude Brewing to the nature trail at Depot Park. The tour returns to the brewery an hour later with plenty of time for a…

Birds and brews

Grove Street Farmers Market

Monday, June 2, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Farm fresh eggs and lettuce

Archer Farmers Market

Tuesday, June 3, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum

16994 SW 134th Ave

Archer, FL 32618

archers farmers market

One Love Market

Tuesday, June 3, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

One Love Market

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, June 4, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, June 5, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, June 5, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, June 6, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

Club de Escucha – Gainesville, FL

Friday, June 6, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Venue: Curia on the Drag

2029 NW 6th St

Gainesville, FL 32609

El Club de Escucha+ Gainesville comenzó el 13 de enero del 2023. Generalmente, nos reunimos el primer y tercer viernes de cada mes. Únete al chat de WhatsApp para estar al tanto de los eventos, episodio de la semana y conocer al grupo. El moderador, Christian A. Rodríguez, le enviará…

club de escucha

Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, June 6, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Teen Midnight Basketball

Friday, June 6, 8:00 p.m. - Saturday, June 7, 12:00 a.m.

Venue: MLK Center

1028 NE 14TH St

Gainesville, FL 32601

Co-ed basketball for middle and high school-aged youth The Teen Midnight Basketball 3-on-3 program offers monthly athletic opportunities for youth during late night, weekend hours when they might otherwise be involved in unsupervised activities. This program is held monthly on the first Friday night from April to August, at the…

teen midnight basketball

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, June 7, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, June 7, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 8, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, June 7, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, June 7, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, June 7, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

Gainesville Cars and Coffee at Tioga Town Center

Saturday, June 7, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: Tioga Town Center

133 SW 130th Way

Newberry, FL 32669

Get an up-close view of cars at Gainesville Cars and Coffee. The family-friendly gathering is open to all automotive enthusiasts and is free to attend.

gainesville-cars-and-coffee-logo

Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Saturday, June 7, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

4700 SW 58th Dr.

Gainesville, FL 32608

Kanapaha offers a guided tour of the Gardens the first Saturday of every month, starting at 10:00am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, June 7, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, June 7, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, June 7, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, June 8, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends

Sunday, June 8, 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

“Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends” is a free 8 week class for people who have lost a romantic relationship due to divorce, break-up, or death. The course features “rebuilding blocks”, a proven process for putting one’s life back together. Classes begin on Sunday, June 8th at 3:00-5:30 pm at…

building blocks

Grove Street Farmers Market

Monday, June 9, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Farm fresh eggs and lettuce

Archer Farmers Market

Tuesday, June 10, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum

16994 SW 134th Ave

Archer, FL 32618

archers farmers market

One Love Market

Tuesday, June 10, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

One Love Market

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, June 11, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, June 12, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, June 12, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, June 13, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

Teach Me to Dance Interactive Workshops

Friday, June 13, 6:00 p.m. - Sunday, June 15, 5:00 p.m.

Venue: Multiple Locations

Located in Gainesville

Alachua County, FL

Learn different styles of dance like Ballroom, Steppin, Swing and Line Dance at Teach Me to Dance workshops. Sneaker Jam Meet and Greet at MLK Multipurpose Center, Friday, June 13 Main Event Dance Party at UF Reitz Union Rion Ballroom, Saturday, June 14 Family and Friends Outdoor Dance Party at…

teach me to dance event poster

Indie Rock with Certainly So at Heartwood Soundstage

Friday, June 13, 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Venue: Heartwood Soundstage

619 Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Certainly So, based in Nashville, TN, is a new indie-rock band creating music that makes you feel good. Boasting blood harmony and invoking lyrics, the group will catch your ear with the variety flavors in their music.

Photo of the band beside wter

Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, June 13, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Game of Shrooms Annual Art Adventure

Saturday, June 14, 7:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 15, 6:59 a.m.

Venue: Multiple Locations

Located in Gainesville

Alachua County, FL

Join the global art and seek holiday “Game of Shrooms.” Artists in Gainesville and around the world create one of a kind artworks and provide clues for you to find and keep them if you are lucky. This leave no trace event created by Daniel “Attaboy” Seifert in 2017 is…

Game of Shrooms. Art by @petitplat

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, June 14, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, June 14, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 15, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, June 14, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, June 14, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, June 14, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, June 14, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, June 14, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, June 14, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

Heartwood Music Fest XI: All Together Now

Saturday, June 14, 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Venue: Heartwood Soundstage

619 Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Join Heartwood Soundstage to mark nearly a decade of live music, performance, and music community at Heartwood Music Fest IX. The festival theme this year is “All Together Now” with a very special lineup featuring collaborations, cameos, and superband mashups in every set. The festival itself this year is collaboratively…

Flowery announcement for the festival

Father’s Day at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Sunday, June 15, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

4700 SW 58th Dr.

Gainesville, FL 32608

On Father’s Day, fathers get free admission into Kanapaha.

Father's Day at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, June 15, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends

Sunday, June 15, 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

“Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends” is a free 8 week class for people who have lost a romantic relationship due to divorce, break-up, or death. The course features “rebuilding blocks”, a proven process for putting one’s life back together. Classes begin on Sunday, June 8th at 3:00-5:30 pm at…

building blocks

Grove Street Farmers Market

Monday, June 16, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Farm fresh eggs and lettuce

Archer Farmers Market

Tuesday, June 17, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum

16994 SW 134th Ave

Archer, FL 32618

archers farmers market

One Love Market

Tuesday, June 17, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

One Love Market

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, June 18, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, June 19, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Healing Touch Cancer Support Group at Trinity United Methodist Church

Thursday, June 19, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

Are you looking for support through your journey with cancer? The Healing Touch Cancer Support group includes cancer patients, survivors, family, and friends who have been affected by cancer. It offers spiritual encouragement and compassion along the path to healing. The group meets on the third Thursday of each month…

person's hand holding plant leaves

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, June 19, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, June 20, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, June 20, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, June 21, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, June 21, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 22, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, June 21, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, June 21, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, June 21, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, June 21, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, June 21, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, June 21, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

Weekend Tour at the Harn Museum of Art

Saturday, June 21, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Venue: Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

3259 Hull Rd.

Gainesville, FL 32611

Enjoy a friendly discussion about the museum’s exhibitions with a free Docent-led tour on the third Saturday of every month. Groups of 10 or more may schedule a tour three weeks in advance by contacting tours@harn.ufl.edu.

Harn docent giving a tour in the photography gallery

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, June 22, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends

Sunday, June 22, 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

“Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends” is a free 8 week class for people who have lost a romantic relationship due to divorce, break-up, or death. The course features “rebuilding blocks”, a proven process for putting one’s life back together. Classes begin on Sunday, June 8th at 3:00-5:30 pm at…

building blocks

Gainesville Youth Chorus Summer Workshop

Monday, June 23, 9:00 a.m. - Thursday, June 26, 4:00 p.m.

Venue: Santa Fe College

3000 NW 83rd St

Gainesville, FL 32606

Make new friends, explore the arts, and have fun at the Gainesville Youth Chorus Summer Workshop. This workshop is for kids ages 7-18. Activities include improv, choral instruction, games, dance, music theory, and drums. Instruction is provided by the Gainesville Youth Chorus Artistic Staff, as well as Santa Fe College…

gainesville youth chorus summer workshop flyer

Grove Street Farmers Market

Monday, June 23, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Farm fresh eggs and lettuce

Archer Farmers Market

Tuesday, June 24, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum

16994 SW 134th Ave

Archer, FL 32618

archers farmers market

One Love Market

Tuesday, June 24, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

One Love Market

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, June 25, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, June 26, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, June 26, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, June 27, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, June 27, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Artwalk Gainesville

Friday, June 27, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown Gainesville

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Explore the local art scene on a self-guided tour. Experience local galleries, artist studios, and cultural events in various locations in Gainesville FL. Preview monthly venues and artists at www.artwalkgainesville.com. Sponsored in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.  

people looking art an art exhibit

Folk Rock with Drivin N Cryin at Heartwood Soundstage

Friday, June 27, 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Venue: Heartwood Soundstage

619 Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Atlanta-based folk rock band Drivin N Cryin celebrates 35 years of music with a dynamic live performance. Known for their hard-rock edge and country balladry, they rose to fame in the late 1980s and continue to captivate audiences with their energetic shows. Founding members Kevn Kinney and Tim Nielsen lead…

Show flyer with illustration of a cat smoking a cigarette

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, June 28, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, June 28, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 29, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, June 28, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, June 28, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, June 28, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, June 28, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, June 28, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, June 28, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, June 29, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends

Sunday, June 29, 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

“Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends” is a free 8 week class for people who have lost a romantic relationship due to divorce, break-up, or death. The course features “rebuilding blocks”, a proven process for putting one’s life back together. Classes begin on Sunday, June 8th at 3:00-5:30 pm at…

building blocks

Grove Street Farmers Market

Monday, June 30, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Farm fresh eggs and lettuce

Archer Farmers Market

Tuesday, July 1, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum

16994 SW 134th Ave

Archer, FL 32618

archers farmers market

One Love Market

Tuesday, July 1, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

One Love Market

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, July 2, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, July 3, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, July 4, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

Club de Escucha – Gainesville, FL

Friday, July 4, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Venue: Curia on the Drag

2029 NW 6th St

Gainesville, FL 32609

El Club de Escucha+ Gainesville comenzó el 13 de enero del 2023. Generalmente, nos reunimos el primer y tercer viernes de cada mes. Únete al chat de WhatsApp para estar al tanto de los eventos, episodio de la semana y conocer al grupo. El moderador, Christian A. Rodríguez, le enviará…

club de escucha

Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, July 4, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, July 5, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, July 5, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, July 6, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, July 5, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, July 5, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Gainesville Cars and Coffee at Tioga Town Center

Saturday, July 5, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: Tioga Town Center

133 SW 130th Way

Newberry, FL 32669

Get an up-close view of cars at Gainesville Cars and Coffee. The family-friendly gathering is open to all automotive enthusiasts and is free to attend.

gainesville-cars-and-coffee-logo

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, July 5, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Saturday, July 5, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

4700 SW 58th Dr.

Gainesville, FL 32608

Kanapaha offers a guided tour of the Gardens the first Saturday of every month, starting at 10:00am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, July 5, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, July 5, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, July 5, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, July 6, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends

Sunday, July 6, 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

“Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends” is a free 8 week class for people who have lost a romantic relationship due to divorce, break-up, or death. The course features “rebuilding blocks”, a proven process for putting one’s life back together. Classes begin on Sunday, June 8th at 3:00-5:30 pm at…

building blocks

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk

Sunday, July 6, 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: First Magnitude Brewing Company

1220 SE Veitch St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Go birding with the Alachua Audubon Society on the monthly bird walk starting at the brewery. Alachua Audubon Society volunteers lead the bird walk from First Magnitude Brewing to the nature trail at Depot Park. The tour returns to the brewery an hour later with plenty of time for a…

Birds and brews

Grove Street Farmers Market

Monday, July 7, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Farm fresh eggs and lettuce

Archer Farmers Market

Tuesday, July 8, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum

16994 SW 134th Ave

Archer, FL 32618

archers farmers market

One Love Market

Tuesday, July 8, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

One Love Market

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, July 9, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, July 10, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, July 10, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, July 11, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, July 11, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Teen Midnight Basketball

Friday, July 11, 8:00 p.m. - Saturday, July 12, 12:00 a.m.

Venue: MLK Center

1028 NE 14TH St

Gainesville, FL 32601

Co-ed basketball for middle and high school-aged youth The Teen Midnight Basketball 3-on-3 program offers monthly athletic opportunities for youth during late night, weekend hours when they might otherwise be involved in unsupervised activities. This program is held monthly on the first Friday night from April to August, at the…

teen midnight basketball

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, July 12, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, July 12, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, July 13, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, July 12, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, July 12, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, July 12, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, July 12, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, July 12, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, July 12, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, July 13, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends

Sunday, July 13, 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

“Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends” is a free 8 week class for people who have lost a romantic relationship due to divorce, break-up, or death. The course features “rebuilding blocks”, a proven process for putting one’s life back together. Classes begin on Sunday, June 8th at 3:00-5:30 pm at…

building blocks

Grove Street Farmers Market

Monday, July 14, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Cypress & Grove Brewing Company

1001 NW 4th St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Farm fresh eggs and lettuce

Archer Farmers Market

Tuesday, July 15, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum

16994 SW 134th Ave

Archer, FL 32618

archers farmers market

One Love Market

Tuesday, July 15, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: One Love Cafe

4989 NW 40 St.

Gainesville, FL

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

One Love Market

San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City

Wednesday, July 16, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: San Felasco Tech City

13900 Tech City Circle

Alachua, FL 32615

Various vegetables set out for a farmers market

SUSTO Stringband at Heartwood Soundstage

Wednesday, July 16, 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Venue: Heartwood Soundstage

619 Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

Experience emotional storytelling with Justin Osborne’s rich, Appalachian sound of the SUSTO Stringband. Backed by Holler Choir’s lush harmonies and traditional string arrangements, this unique performance blends pastoral beauty with lyrical depth.

Photo of band

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Thursday, July 17, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Healing Touch Cancer Support Group at Trinity United Methodist Church

Thursday, July 17, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

Are you looking for support through your journey with cancer? The Healing Touch Cancer Support group includes cancer patients, survivors, family, and friends who have been affected by cancer. It offers spiritual encouragement and compassion along the path to healing. The group meets on the third Thursday of each month…

person's hand holding plant leaves

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Thursday, July 17, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Venue: Rosa B. Williams Center

524 NW 1st St.

Gainesville, FL

Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! 📅 Event Details: Address: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601 Time: Thursdays,…

thursday night swing dancing

High Springs Farmers Market

Friday, July 18, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Downtown High Springs

18587 High Springs Main St.

High Springs, FL 32643

produce at farmers market

Free Fridays Concert Series

Friday, July 18, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Bo Diddley Plaza

111 E University Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab…

Arial photo of Bo Diddley Plaza

Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Saturday, July 19, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Venue: Depot Park

200 SE Depot Ave.

Gainesville, FL 32601

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Depot Park path featuring the Cade Museum

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Saturday, July 19, 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, July 20, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

17805 US-301

Waldo, FL 32694

Waldo Farmers and Flea Market

Haile Farmers Market

Saturday, July 19, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Haile Village Center

9116 SW 51st Rd

Gainesville, FL 32608

fresh strawberries

Alachua County Farmers Market

Saturday, July 19, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Alachua County Farmers Market

5920 NW 13th St.

Gainesville, FL 32653

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on…

Okra and String Beans

Saturday Farm Market at Sweet Roots Organic

Saturday, July 19, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Sweet Roots Organic Farm and Nursery

16919 SW 15th Ave.

Newberry, FL 32669

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…

produce at farmers market

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Saturday, July 19, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

parent and child participating in an activity

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

Saturday, July 19, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: High Springs Historical Society Museum

23760 NW 187th Ave.

High Springs, FL 32643

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.

high springs historical society museum logo with illustration of locomotive

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

Saturday, July 19, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

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….

maker workshops

Little Sparks at the Cade Museum

Sunday, July 20, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

811 S Main St.

Gainesville, FL 32601

A fun and interactive program that introduces little ones, ages 0-5, to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, stories, and more. This program is included with admission and free for museum members.

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Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends

Sunday, July 20, 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church

4000 NW 53rd Ave

Gainesville, FL 32653

“Rebuilding – When Your Relationship Ends” is a free 8 week class for people who have lost a romantic relationship due to divorce, break-up, or death. The course features “rebuilding blocks”, a proven process for putting one’s life back together. Classes begin on Sunday, June 8th at 3:00-5:30 pm at…

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