Dark Sparkle- Gothic Winter Fantasy Ball

The Midnight Underground

Step into a magical realm at Dark Sparkle, a Gothic Winter Fantasy Ball celebrating the winter solstice. Dance to dark electronic beats by DJs Wild Creatrix and Baby Goth Back, enjoy live performances by LustMusik, Apex, and Black Magic M66, and shop from local artists and vendors. Costumes encouraged—think Labyrinth...

$15.00

“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

Flying Pig Parade Double Feature: Mystery Film at the Hipp Cinema

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

See a mystery film at the Hipp Cinema after the Flying Pig Parade. The Hipp Cinemas is screening a secret film, come and unveil the mystery and be surprised! Part of the $5 double features after the Flying Pig Parade. Date: December 28, 7:00 PM Some hints on the mystery:...

$5

Comedian Kam Patterson at The Wooly

The Wooly 20 N Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Laugh out loud with comedian Kam Patterson with guests David Jolly and Jarri Knows.

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

Giant Menorah Lighting at Chanukah Downtown at Bo Diddley Plaza

Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join UF Chabad for a Chanukah family celebration. Enjoy a live Klezmer band, children's crafts, menorah kits, dreidels and more. Special dignitaries light the menorah.

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

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Spark Wonder

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

Reflect, celebrate, and anticipate the New Year with the Cade Museum. Watch Depot Park’s dazzling fireworks show from the comfort of the Cade Museum’s panoramic galleries with a drink and snacks in hand. Savor the last day of 2024 with games, experiments, New Year’s resolutions, an alternate time zone countdown,...

Free – $40

New Year’s Eve Diamond Disco Dance Party at Heartwood

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

Dance into the New Year at the Diamond Disco Party! Join DJ A-Train for a glamorous New Year’s Eve dance party featuring hits from every decade. Dress in glitter and silver, and enjoy food, drinks, and a complimentary midnight toast. The party kicks off after the Depot Park fireworks and...

Downtown Countdown

Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Ring in the new year at the Downtown Countdown. Kick off the new year at Bo Diddley Plaza with an unforgettable night of live music, dancing, and excitement! Join the festive countdown to 2025 with incredible performances by MADWOMAN, Prizilla, Sooza Brass Band, and DJ sets by NATER and Sammy...

New Year’s Eve: Timeless Celebration by Kairos

Kairos Events and Catering 6 W University Ave., Gainesville, United States

Ring in the new year with a gourmet dinner buffet, live DJ, midnight toast, raffle prizes and a special guest.

New Year Party at Sidecar in Downtown Gainesville

V Pizza

Ring in 2025 at Sidecar Gainesville with an unforgettable celebration filled with craft cocktails, good vibes, and lasting memories. Event Highlights: 🍹 Holiday Cocktails: Sip on specially curated holiday-themed drinks crafted by our talented bartenders. 📸 Photo Booth Fun: Capture the night with your crew at our festive photo booth!...

ASL Story Time for Kids with The Giving Cypress at The Lynx

The Lynx 601 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Lynx and The Giving Cypress host a special American Sign Language story time featuring The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein. A discussion of sign language and inclusive spaces follows the reading with Summer Crider of The Giving Cypress. 

Gainesville Oddities Market at Bo Diddley Plaza

Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse over 80 vendors featuring taxidermy, bones, bugs, crystals, fashion, make up, jewelry, witchy items, 3D prints and more. Enjoy a bite from food trucks onsite. Admission is free.

GNV Silat: A Beginner’s Workshop for Indonesian Martial Arts

The Midnight Underground

Discover the art of Indonesian Pencak Silat in this free beginner’s workshop hosted by The Midnight Underground. Led by Guru Muda Kevin, this class introduces the fundamentals of Silat, focusing on its flow-based movements and weapon-centric techniques as taught in the ETS Silat system. Whether you're curious about martial arts,...

Free

Alt-Rock with Parrotfish at The Wooly

The Wooly 20 N Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy live music at The Wooly with Parrotfish, Madwoman, Sooner or Later and The Nancys.

Chamber Folk with The Wirebirds at Heartwood Soundstage

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

The Wire Birds is a folk group performing original songs with close harmonies and a string quintet. Their most recent songs focus almost exclusively on Florida stories, places, and themes. Musical influences include country, blues, jazz, and traditional folk music. They have been performing together for 2 years and have...

$18