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Experience one of the most ambitious and powerful productions in Peruvian cinema at the Gainesville Latino Film Festival. The historical epic “Gloria del Pacífico” brings to life heroic battles, heartbreaking decisions and the immortal spirit of Colonel Francisco Bolognesi, a national symbol of honor and sacrifice during the War of...
Experience four of North Florida’s finest traditional blues performers, co-headlining the 2025 Gainesville Blues Showcase. The North Central Florida Blues Society is excited to host Little Mike & the Tornadoes, Dr Jules’ Cool Blues, JC & the Backscratchers and Sheba the Mississippi Queen & the Bluesmen.
Celebrate the rhythms and flavors of Brazilian culture at the family-friendly Brazil Fest. Enjoy live outdoor music and dance, a kids’ movie, artisan markets, Brazilian cuisine and cultural exhibits. Upgrade to a VIP ticket for an exclusive indoor performances. Featuring artists like Floresamba, Tenison Delrey, Marcio Mello, Maca Reggae Samba and...
Indie Live Presents Walking Blue, Boat Stuff, and Mossheads Walking Blue: Walking Blue is a Midwest Emo Adjacent (Midwest Pajama Pant Indie Emo Flower Rock) band from the heart of Orlando, FL. With a full length album and EP released, Walking Blue has set their place in the Orlando DIY...
From small-town Georgia to the national stage — Will Moseley went from a Golden Ticket on American Idol to runner-up of Season 22, sharing the spotlight with stars like the Zac Brown Band and Clint Black. Now he’s bringing his Southern grit, heartfelt songwriting, and rising country sound straight to...
Party like it's the 1990s with rock band Big Sky at Heartwood Soundstage. Big Sky burst out of Gainesville’s college scene in the early ’90s with a rare commitment to all-original music, skipping the usual cover band route and diving straight into high-energy live shows. They quickly built a devoted...
Did you know that Florida is home to 11 million acres of fresh water? Join the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute and the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida LAKEWATCH to raise a glass to fresh water at Heartwood Soundstage! For nearly 40 years, Florida LAKEWATCH has harnessed the...
Celebrate the legacy of Jimmy Buffett with Parrotheads, Fruitcakes and lovers of great music and good vibes. The inaugural Jimmy Buffett Fest - The Labor Day Weekend Show, is a heartfelt tribute concert honoring the life, music and legacy of the legendary Jimmy Buffett. Local artists perform tropical favorites and...
It’s a High School Musical 2 summer! Join Bop to the Top Tour for a celebration of Disney Channel playing HSM, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock, The Cheetah Girls, Lemonade Mouth and more songs from your favorite Disney stars! The outdoor concert includes Battle of the Sharpay’s, We’re All In This...
Experience Caribbean culture at the Gainesville Reggae Festival. The festival features four live bands and a DJ. Enjoy cultural exhibits highlighting Caribbean and Jamaican heritage, along with authentic food, art and fashion vendors influenced by Caribbean and Jamaican styles - all within a high-energy, vibrant atmosphere. Sponsored by the Gainesville...
Winyah’s live performances are a testament to their distinctive blend of indie and southern rock, featuring electrifying guitar solos and soulful vocals reminiscent of icons like Led Zeppelin, The Backseat Lovers, and flipturn. The band draws its name from Winyah Bay, a cherished landmark in their hometown where all five...
Welcome the new school year with a night of live music featuring Ahmik, Noise Next Door, My Favorite Animal and the Nancys, as well as out of towners Stellus and headliners 0 Miles Per Hour. If your back-to-school checklist includes live music in Gainesville, head to the Back to School...
Experience an evening of poetry, music and song with Alachua County Poet Laureate E. Stanley Richardson and friends. "Since I Laid My Burden Down" features the reading of new and selected poems from E. Stanley Richardson, accompanied by Emmanuel Garilus (saxophone), Michelle Johnson (vocals), David Singletary (keyboard) and Wester Joseph...
Come out to Heartwood Soundstage for Rhinestones & Resistance, a country music show against fascism featuring an incredible line up of Gainesville alt-country bands: Whiskey & Co., The Ones to Blame, Rancho La Chua, Uncle Mosie, and Cooper.
Experience a night of gritty, high-energy country music with Brandon Bing and special guests Ryan Nelson and Allen Higgs. Raised in Florida, Brandon Bing brings his signature Black Dirt Music - an outlaw blend of Southern storytelling, soul and grit to the Heartwood Soundstage listening room. From heartbreak to wild...
Get your eerie on at the Spooks-n-Sips Night Market. Browse over 70 vendors with a wild and wonderful selection of oddities and art including taxidermy, witchy items, crystals, apparel and more. Enjoy a cocktail or mocktail, and sing karaoke. Admission is free.
Experience the rich blend of Indian semi-classical, Bengali folk and fusion music with the Susmita Datta Quintet. Known for her emotive vocals and cross-cultural collaborations, Susmita Datta Quintet brings a global sound rooted in tradition. Don’t miss a soulful evening with a celebrated international performer in the listening room at...
A self-described “tree-hugger that watches NASCAR,” Grant Peeples is known for his axe-sharp socio-political tunes, raucous humor and heart-gigging ballads. He is the recipient of the Focus Foundation Award for Creative Excellence, which cited the “humor, compassion and wisdom of his songs,” and their “unflinching social insight and cultural acuity.”...
Come out to Heartwood for a free Teen Open Mic Night hosted by We Rock Gainesville in the soundstage. Sign up in advance to perform by emailing admin@werockgainesville.com to guarantee yourself a spot.
Discover the impact of music as a ceremonial tool with Heartwood Production Manager, Paul Boharski, as he combines his training in sound engineering and traditional healing practices to create an evocative educational experience that will change your relationship with music. Learn about the history and identity of music as a...
