Swamp Records 2025 Showcase: Cirque Du Swamp at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Indie Live X Swamp Records Presents: "Cirque Du Swamp" Featuring TRASH PANDA TWIN SUNS MADWOMAN BUBOY THE NANCYS OUTDOOR SHOW, ALL AGES Swamp Showcase is the annual flagship event put on by Swamp Records, the University of Florida’s student-run artist resource agency. Featuring Gainesville’s hottest local indie bands as well...

$20 – $25
Event Series Free Fridays Concert Series

Latin Dance Music with Elio Piedra and Latino Sound Machine at the Free Fridays Concert Series

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

Show off your dance moves with award-winning percussionist and band leader Elio Piedra at the Free Fridays Concert Series. The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their...

Singer-Songwriter Jamie Davis at Tioga Town Center

Tioga Town Center 133 SW 130th Way, Newberry, FL, United States

Enjoy music under the stars at Tioga Concert Night with Jamie Davis.  Bring a chair, or spread a blanket for a free outdoor concert. Complete your evening with food and drinks from Tioga Town Center restaurants.

R&B with Uncle Morty’s Rhythm Cream at the Grateful Gainesville Spring Boogie

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

Uncle Morty’s Rhythm Cream will be hitting the stage this Saturday at Heartwood for the Grateful Gainesville Spring Boogie 2025! Doors open at 2:00 pm and showtime is at 3:00 pm, starting with jams from Tamayo Trio. Then a dead set with Headstash. The local phenom and Grammy nominated Mason...

$30

Grateful Gainesville Spring Boogie

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

Celebrate bluegrass, funk, and the music of the Grateful Dead with an all day festival at Heartwood Soundstage. Six great bands, arts and food vendors, dancing, and all ages fun. The music lineup features The Grass Is Dead, Tamayo Trio, Headstash, Unwound Trio, Mason Via (Album Release!) and Uncle Morty's...

$25 – $30

WestFest Music Festival

Lois Forte Park 255 NW 260th St, Newberry, FL, United States

Tune in for a day of music and fun at WestFest 2025, a free music festival welcoming families, friends, and music lovers from across North Florida. The stage comes alive with performances by TJ Brown, Andrea Kay, Harber Wynn, and Emma Forgette & Band, offering a mix of fresh tunes...

Free

Perfessor Eddy sings the blues and more at Creek’s 19th

Turkey Creek Golf Course 11400 Turkey Creek Blvd., Alachua, FL, United States

The Perfessor sings tunes from the great American (and World) songbook on his amazing Seagull 12 string guitar. From the blues to the Beatles, classic rock, folk, favorites, even country, the Creeks 19th patio is the way to enjoy a Saturday night date. There's great food, cold drinks, and friendly...

Free

Jazz with Swing Theory at One Love Cafe

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

Enjoy good food, good vibes and live music from the patio stage at One Love Cafe.

What Kinda Man Tour with Country Artist Parker McCollum

Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a night of country music with award-winning country music recording artist Parker McCollum. From bursting on the scene as a 2001 breakout artist of the year, Parker McCollum has established his authentic sound in country music and Americana. The O'Connell Center hosts Parker McCollum's What Kinda Man Tour with...

$27 – $98

Foundation for the Promotion of Music Awards Recital at the Historic Thomas Center

The Historic Thomas Center 306 NE 6th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Foundation for the Promotion of Music Awards Recital will feature student winners' of the Sarah Baird Fouse Woodwind Award, William Dishman Brass Award, Dorothy Reaves String Award, and the Betsy Schnell Piano Award. The event will also honor the 2025 FPM Musician of the Year Award to UF Associate...

Free

Choral Performance of “Requiem” composed by John Rutter at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church

Abiding Savior Lutheran Church 9700 W Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a moving choral performance of Requiem by John Rutter—a lyrical, contemplative work in seven movements. Performed by Capella Nova Gainesville, an auditioned choir rehearsing weekly at Abiding Savior Church, and directed by Dr. Claire Holland. The concert features members of the Gainesville Flute Ensemble, directed by Dylan King. Sunday,...

Free

Gainesville Area Clarinet Choir Spring Concert at GFAA Gallery

GFAA Gallery 1314 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The ensemble includes clarinets of various sizes from E-flat sopranino, B-flat soprano, alto, bass, and contra-bass. Featured selections range from classical and baroque to jazz and folk music that are arranged for full clarinet choir and small ensembles. The Gainesville Area Clarinet Choir is a multi-generational community ensemble of people...

Subsaharan Rock with Etran de L’Aïr and Rich Ruth

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

Don't miss your chance to hear authentic subsaharan rock and roll in downtown Gainesville. Etran de L’Aïr play in a pan-African style that is emblematic of their hometown, Agadez, citing a myriad of cultural influences, from Northern Malian blues, Hausa bar bands, to Congolese Soukous. Their music is rooted in...

$20

Grammy Nominated Drummer Nate Smith with Kiefer CARRTOONS and Levek

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

Get in the pocket with drummer, composter and producer Nate Smith. His visceral, instinctive, and deep-rooted style of drumming has led to Grammy Award nominations and work with esteemed artists, including Pat Metheny, Dave Holland, Brittany Howard, Van Hunt, The Fearless Flyers, Norah Jones and Somi. Nate Smith fuses his...

$25

Rachel Grubb Album Release Live Recording with Shiloh at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Join Heartwood for a live filmed concert featuring Rachel Grubb and Shiloh. Rachel is a seventh generation Floridian raised in rural north central Florida. She grew up singing backseat harmony to songs from the Baptist Hymnal and The Mamas and the Papas. Rachel has performed at top festivals in Florida...

$18

The Savants End of School Year Bash at The Wooly

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

Local legends The Savants are at The Wooly with friends The Snozzberries from Asheville and local band Now Leaving Space! Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door so make sure to grab them early! Doors at 8 p.m., music starts at 9 p.m.!

$10

KennaDee Acoustic at Mother’s Pub

Mother's Pub & Grill North 5109 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join KennaDee for an evening of good food, great fun, and acoustic fan favorites! Savor delicious bites, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and sing-along to your favorite tunes. It’s the perfect recipe for a fantastic time! Don’t miss it!

Free

HuDost with (V)owls at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Experience the refined wildness of HuDost, an alt-folk, electric-Americana, world-rock ensemble whose music bridges cultures and hearts. Winners of the Independent Music Award for Social Action Song, this Canadian duo infuses their artistry with a passionate commitment to social justice advocacy. Opening the show are local favorites, (V)owls.

$20 – $25

The Gainesville Orchestra with Maestro Evans Haile presents: POPS!

Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The orchestra presents its annual season finale: POPS!!! Filled with surprises, fun, and popular treats with something for everyone. A wonderful night of celebration to end the season. Season tickets on sale at the Santa Fe Box Office- (352) 395-4181 Admission: General $40.00 Seniors $30.00 Students $20.00

$20 – $40