G.O.C. Bike Day at First Magnitude Brewing Company

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Hop on a ride with Gainesville Opportunity Center to support people living with mental illness. Rides begin at First Magnitude Brewing Company with four options for all levels of riders: Circle Depot Park (begginner) First Magnitude to La Chua trail (intermediate) First Magnitude to Hawthorne Advanced road route for experienced...

Saturday Mornings Mix Media and Drawing Art Class at Santa Fe College Blount Center

Santa Fe College Blount Center 401 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Santa Fe Community Education Saturday Morning Art class for all levels. Join at the Blount Center in downtown Gainesville for classes using a variety of mediums and methods and learning how to draw with the guidance of instructor Denise Katz Howick. This 6 session class is designed for all levels...

$89.00

Carson Springs Wildlife Spring Safari Open House

Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation 8528 E CR 225, Gainesville, FL, United States

Meet over 100 rare animals at the Spring Safari Open House. Carson Springs Wildlife hosts a day of outdoor adventure with big cat feedings, reptile and raptor shows, animal viewing and more. Meet "Dude" the Giraffe, visiting for this special event. Meet the zookeepers and enjoy food trucks and local...

UF Vet Med Open House

UF College of Veterinary Medicine 2015 SW 16th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Get a unique glimpse into the world of veterinary medicine at the annual UF Vet Med Open House. As the state’s only veterinary medical college, the UF College of Veterinary Medicine is proud to open its doors to the public for this special day. Explore the facilities, learn about the...

Free

Pups and Pints at Swamp Head Brewery

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Meet Gainesville Dogs Inc puppies and puppy raisers. This free, family-friendly event featuring upbeat music, a puppy kissing booth, games to play, visit a variety of vendors, partake in the raffle and try your best in the putting contest. These extraordinary dogs transform lives throughout the country- at no cost...

Free

Pink Moon Psychic Fair

Sacred Earth Center 2606 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the The Sacred Earth Center for their Pink Moon Psychic Fair.  There will be readers and healers available for sessions, an incredible line-up of magickal vendors + an abundance of metaphysical items in the Sacred Shop to browse. Enjoy raffle giveaways, door prizes, 50/50 raffle, Readings, Reiki, Tarot, Chakra...

Viva Europe at Bo Diddley Plaza

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

Discover the charm of European culture at the Viva Europe annual festival. Join the UF Center for European Studies and learn more about European arts and culture with performances like Irish dancing, puppet shows, Turkish guitar, and more. Bring the kids for fun activities and crafts from around Europe. Admission...

Free

Butler Town Center’s Easter-Themed Celebration

Butler Town Center 3217 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Hop on over for an Easter stroll around Butler Town Center and enjoy tasty treats, entertainment and fun activities. Easter at Butler features face painting, a trackless train ride, digital treasure hunt, hair tinseling, live DJ and live music, giveaways and more. Admission is free.

Bazar À La Carte Night Market at How Bazar

How Bazar 60 SW 2nd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

With one week left until the Big Culture and Arts Festival, this is the last night market of the spring. With over 100 vendor booths, this is the largest market yet. Browse food vendors, clothing, jewelry, plants, furniture, records, art and more.

Dance Alive National Ballet presents “Romeo and Juliet”

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Fall in love a timeless classic as Dance Alive National Ballet presents "Romeo and Juliet." The great Shakspearian tragedy is brought to life by the late Tom Pazik. The heartbreaking feud between the Capulets and Montagues results in the doomed lovers’ deaths and a sad reconciliation for the families. Family...

Rock with Rehash and 0 Miles Per Hour at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Indoor Show-Standing Room with limited seating, All Ages ⚡Rehash⚡ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/jjIer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rehash.ok TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rehash.ok Rehash is a rock band out of south Florida that started as two high schoolers making music in a bedroom. ⚡0 Miles Per Hour⚡ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bWwMb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/0milesperhourband TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@0milesperhourband 0 Miles Per Hour is...

$15 – $20

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk at First Magnitude Brewing Company

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St., Gainesville, FL, United States

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...

Amaryn Olmeda

Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a commanding performance with violin prodigy Amaryn Olmeda. Winner of first prize and the audience choice award at the 24th Annual Sphinx Competition, violinist Amaryn Olmeda is a rising star sought after for her bold and expressive performances as a soloist and collaborator. She won her first competition at...

Gainesville’s John Prine Music Matinee

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

Celebrate the life and music of a legendary songwriter at the first annual John Prine Music Matinee. Heartwood Soundstage hosts this special event, featuring an incredible lineup of local and regional artists performing exclusively John Prine songs. Musical acts include Mike Amish, Shiloh, Michael Claytor, Barry Sides, Ric Kaestner, Kyle...

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Spring Fling Food Truck Rally at Magnolia Parke

One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

One Love Cafe presents the Spring Fling Food Truck Rally. This event is dog-friendly and family-friendly. Enjoy diverse menus from a variety of food trucks and a full bar at One Love Cafe. The Big Magnolia Company entertains with blues and rock from the patio stage. Admission is free.

Bard and Broadside North Central Florida Poetry Festival, April 10-13

Multiple Locations Located in Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, United States

Join a diverse and dynamic community of artists at North Central Florida’s premier festival dedicated to the art of poetry. In honor of National Poetry Month and the Bicentennial Founding of Alachua County, this year’s theme is “Where We Live: DISCOVER 200.” Experience an exciting lineup of events across multiple...

Free

Curated Spring Dinner at Bingo Deli and Pub

Bingo Deli and Pub 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

After having so much fun during Valentine’s Day, Chef has crafted a special seasonal Spring Dinner. Welcome spring with a carefully curated multi-course dinner made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Suggestions for specialty cocktails and natural wines. Bingo Deli and Pub would love to serve you. Call, DM, or ask at...

Museum Nights: Silver Linings

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

Celebrate shared creativity and cultural expression at Museum Nights: Finding Silver Linings, featuring the acclaimed traveling exhibition "Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection."  The evening includes poetry, dance and step performances, spoken word, gallery talks, art-making activities, and informational booths hosted by UF fraternities, sororities, and campus groups. Artist-in-Residence...

Free

UpStage with Las Guaracheras

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Las Guaracheras is a salsa band hailing from the city of Cali, Colombia, that is lifting female voices in the Afro-Latin music scene. Their music is about joy, memory, and transformation backed by vibraphone, percussion, bass, piano, and vocals. Good luck sitting still when this irresistible Latina band takes the...