Winter Wonderland

North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Stroll through a mesmerizing light display featuring 100,000 twinkling lights at Winter Wonderland. Enjoy festive holiday music, photo opportunities and delicious food. Winter Wonderland is ideal for creating unforgettable family memories. Toys for Tots Donation Drive: December 6–8 From December 6 to December 8, families can enjoy free admission by...

The Muppet Christmas Carol Now Playing at the Hipp Cinema

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

G 1992 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 25m Scrooge, an old miser who dislikes Christmas, is visited by spirits who foretell his future and share secrets from his past and present, which helps change his view on life. Get your tickets now https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=3002 Dates: December 15, 2:30pm December 25, 2:00pm December...

$12

“Gremlins” at the Hipp Cinema

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

A young man inadvertently breaks three important rules concerning his new pet and unleashes a horde of malevolently mischievous monsters on a small town. PG 1984 ‧ Horror/Comedy ‧ 1h 46m Get your tickets now! https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=2602 Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeNVftiefOE

$12
Event Series Scrooged at the Hipp Cinema

“Eyes Wide Shut” at the Hipp Cinema

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

A Manhattan doctor embarks on a bizarre, night-long odyssey after his wife's admission of unfulfilled longing. Get your tickets now! https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=3402 R 1999 ‧ Thriller/Mystery ‧ 2h 39m Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgVo96JaqeM

$12

Art After Dark at the Harn

Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Explore art exhibitions at an after-hours experience at Art After Dark. Current exhibitions include "In Our Time 54th SA+AH Faculty Art Exhibition," "Metamorphosis: Reshaping Contemporary Art," "ClayCurvyCool" and more. The galleries, café, and museum store are open late and admission is free.

Event Series Y2K at The Hipp Cinema

“Y2K” at The Hipp Cinema

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

On the last night of 1999, two high school juniors crash a New Year’s Eve party, only to find themselves fighting for their lives when Y2K becomes a reality. Get your tickets now! https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=4001 R 2024 Comedy/Horror 1h 31m Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4f9gCTLhYs

$12

A History of Kwanzaa

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

Learn the Rich History of Kwanzaa Explore the traditions of Kwanzaa with local historian Kali Blount and storyteller Turbado Marabou. Tune in to the rhythm of Mohamad DaCosta’s drumming and a tribute to the first fruits. This engaging event offers a deep dive into the cultural significance of Kwanzaa. Join...

Event Series Anora at the Hipp Cinema

Anora at the Hipp Cinema

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

Anora, R 2024 ‧ Comedy/Romance ‧ 2h 19m Anora, a young sex worker from Brooklyn, meets and impulsively marries the son of an oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairytale is threatened as his parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled. Get your ticket at...

$12

Ranger-Led Rim Ramble Hike

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park 100 Savannah Blvd,, Micanopy, FL, United States

This 1.5-mile hike meanders through a dense upland forest and sinkhole rich topography. The hike begins at the La Chua Trail Horse Barn, promptly at 10 a.m. Hikes take place on Saturdays through March 29, 2025

Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead

Historic Haile Homestead 8500 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL, United States

Step back in time with Vintage Holidays at the Historic Haile Homestead. Explore festive 1856-era decorations and discover the famous Talking Walls on guided tours. Tours run on weekends through December, Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Sundays 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., with the last tour starting 45...

$5