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...

Spring Plant Sale

Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse 100 species of difficult-to-find and pollinator-friendly plants at the Florida Museum of Natural History Spring Plant Sale  at the University of Florida Cultural Plaza. Accent, host, native and nectar plants are available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Florida Museum’s educational programming. While the museum is currently closed for...

Wombash 25 at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Wombash 25 is the birthday celebration for local radio station WMBT 90.1FM. The event will take place at First Magnitude on Friday April 11th starting at 6pm. The night starts with an acoustic set with Ricky, Michael and Maggie. Music continues with Ceramicats, Trustfall, Harber Wynn and Madwoman. Sooza will...

Free

Wine & Cheese with Easy Crew at Serpentine

Serpentine 209 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Friday April 11 at 7pm 🎵 🍷 🧀 WINE AND CHEESE 🧀 🍷 🎵 🎵 featuring Chill Reggae Vibes by 🎵 🎵 🎵 🎵 EASY CREW 352 🎵 🎵 🎵 🧀 Optional $10 Cheese Tasting by 🧀 🧀 🧀 🧀 THE SALTY COW 🧀 🧀 🧀 🍷 Optional $15 Natural...

UpStage with Birth of the Cool

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

Follow these ambassadors of jazz on a toe-tapping expedition through the iconic era of jazz in an exploration of the late Miles Davis and trumpet greats like Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan, and Clark Terry. Kick back while these top-shelf musicians serve as your guides, bringing to life the sophisticated sounds...

Big: Culture and Arts Festival, April 11-12

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

Step right up to the highly anticipated Big: Culture & Arts Festival! The Big: Culture & Arts Festival returns for its third year, bringing a weekend of music, art, and community to downtown Gainesville. Hosted by Dion Dia and How Bazar, the two-day celebration features live performances from a wide...

“Ragtime The Musical” at Gainesville Community Playhouse

Gainesville Community Playhouse 4039 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Follow Three Families Making Their Way Through a Rapidly Changing World at Ragtime The Musical. Based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow and nominated for 13 Tony Awards, "Ragtime" is a powerful portrait of life during the turn of the 20th century. From the immigrant struggles of Tateh and his...

National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State Tournament

Alachua County Sports and Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) hosts the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State Tournament at the Alachua County Sports and Events Center in Gainesville. NASP is an in-school program sponsored by the FWC that is designed to teach international-style target archery in physical education classes...

UF Health Healthy Heroes Day at UF Health Professional Park

UF Health Professional Park 3300 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, United States

Formerly known as the UF Health Bike Rodeo. Join UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital, the University of Florida Police Department, Safe Kids North Central Florida and several community partners to learn how to help keep your child safe and healthy through a variety of hands-on learning experiences and safety demonstrations....

Free

Gainesville Asian Festival at Bo Diddley Plaza

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

Celebrate the start of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with the City of Gainesville at the 2nd Annual Gainesville Asian Festival. The event features a captivating schedule of performances, food trucks, craft vendors, and tabling organizations. As you journey through the festival, collect stamps from booths to redeem...

Free

Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival, April 12-13

Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Find inspiration with artist showcases at the Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival.  The Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival transforms campus into a hub of creativity with 150 artists displays, live music, mural painting by street artist Birdcap, and family-friendly fun. Now in its 53rd year, the festival continues...

Free

Bat Appreciation Day at Blackadder Brewing Company

Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th St Ste A, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate All Things Bats with Lubee Bat Conservancy at the 8th Annual Bat Appreciation Day. 🦇 Chat with Bat & Bat House Experts and MEET our amazing Education Ambassadors! 🎨 Get crafty with bat-inspired activities and crafts for all ages. 🛍️ Browse unique finds from local vendors. 🍴 Savor delicious...

Hoggtowne Bronze Benefit Concert at the Matheson History Museum

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join Hoggtowne Bronze for a free, benefit concert on the front lawn of the Matheson House in support of the Matheson House Rehabilitation Project. Hoggtowne Bronze is an advanced community ensemble, utilizing English handbells to bring you music ranging from orchestral, to classical rock, and even jazz and blues! You’ll...

Free

Homegrown: ART of Adaptation Local Playwright’s Festival

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre 3501 SW 2nd Ave., Ste. O, Gainesville, FL, United States

See staged readings of the finalists for this year's Homegrown Local Playwright's Festival at The Acrosstown Repertory Theatre. This year, Acrosstown asked playwrights to take an existing novel, short story, movie, song, video game, or other creative work to expand on in their play. Pay what you can - a...