Free Timed 5K with parkrun

Depot Park 200 SE Depot Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Free

The Great American Cleanup at Massey Park

Albert "Ray" Massey Park (Westside Park) 1001 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL, United States

Keep Alachua County Beautiful (KACB) invites everyone to take action and make a difference at the 34th Annual Great American Cleanup! This community-wide effort includes a series of local cleanup events throughout the season, allowing volunteers to take part at their convenience. The main event takes place on Saturday, April...

Free

Pop-Up Flea and Farmers Market at VFW Post 2811

VFW Post 2811 1150 Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Pop-Up Flea & Farmers Market in conjunction with the Mystic Happenings Faire. Explore this vibrant market featuring a diverse group of vendors offering: • Yard sale treasures • Beautiful plants • Unique crystals • Pre-loved clothing • Collectibles and antiques • Delicious baked goods • Handcrafted items •...

Free

Alachua County Farmers Market

Alachua County Farmers Market 5920 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on...

Haile Farmers Market

Haile Village Center 9116 SW 51st Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Community Reuse & Recycle Day at Santa Fe College

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

In honor of Earth Day, and in conjunction with the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo’s Party for the Planet, this free, drive-thru event makes it easy to donate usable items and safely dispose of household hazardous waste. Volunteers help unload and collect donations for local non-profits and Alachua County staff...

Party for the Planet

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

Spring into action for Earth Day with the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo at Party for the Planet. Learn how you can take action to preserve the planet through fun activities such as games, crafts, training demonstrations, keeper talks, animal encounters, and more. Enjoy food trucks and information from community...

Museum Pop-up: Party for the Planet at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

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

Celebrate Earth Day and Party for the Planet with the Florida Museum. While you’re hanging with the animals at the zoo, look for the education team at the Florida Museum table for fun activities and giveaways. They are bringing live insects and real objects from our collections to show off...

Morningside Nature Center: Future Park Improvements Open House

Morningside Nature Center 3540 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Provide your feedback on future park improvements at Morningside Nature Center. Proposed site and building designs will be on display for comments and suggestions. Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs and Wild Spaces & Public Places staff and facilitators will be on hand to answer questions. Enjoy a day of: •...

Free

Painted Melodies Music and Art Festival at the Legacy Park Amphitheatre

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd., Alachua, FL, United States

The Santa Fe Raider Regiment showcases music from local schools including SFHS, BHS, UF. The ensembles perform a variety of music including jazz, symphonic, and percussion at the Legacy Park Amphitheatre. Enjoy a mix of activities for all ages. Food trucks, vendors, kids area.

Event Series HIGH SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

Saturday Open Hours at the High Springs Historical Society Museum

High Springs Historical Society Museum 23760 NW 187th Ave., High Springs, FL, United States

Located in the old school building behind City Hall, High Springs Historical Museum features local history from the 1890s with an operating diorama of 1948 Atlantic Coastline train yard. There's fun for kids with the interactive Thomas train and Cranky.

Free

Downtown High Springs Artwalk

Downtown High Springs 18587 High Springs Main St., High Springs, FL, United States

Stroll through High Springs with offerings from local artists and specials from downtown businesses. Mike DelRosal of 7 Oaks Studio is the featured artist this month. Browse handmade functional and decorative wood works in front of Lanza Gallery and Art Supplies. Upcoming Downtown High Springs Artwalks are scheduled for the 3rd...

Treat – Interactive Spring Market at Serpentine

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

Join Serpentine in the Grove Street Neighborhood for an Earth Day Celebration! Treat - Interactive Spring Market is an immersive afternoon of community, sustainability, and fun — stretching from Cypress and Grove Brewing Company to Germain's. Bring the whole crew to this family and pet friendly gathering with activities for...

Free

Egg Hunt and Race at High Springs BMX

High Springs BMX NW 2 St, High Springs, FL, United States

Race the track and then hunt for Easter eggs at the 12th Annual Egg Hunt and Race.  Gates open 2:30pm Race registration and practice until 4pm Free one-day memberships for first time riders Races start approx. 4:20pm $8 to race/$5 for balance bikes Egg Hunt starts after the completion of...

Free

R&B and Soul with Uncle Morty’s Rhythm Cream at One Love Café

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

Uncle Morty’s Rhythm Cream takes the stage this Saturday at One Love Café for an evening of R&B, Soul and Classic Rock 'n' Roll! You don’t want to miss this, so come on down and dance to the funky music!

Free

Gainesville Roller Derby: Millhopper Devils vs. the Swamp City Sirens at MLK Center

MLK Center 1028 NE 14TH St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Watch the Gainesville Roller Rebels' home teams face off as the Millhopper Devils take on the Swamp City Sirens! Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door. Kids 12 & under get in FREE! Tickets are available online at tinyurl.com/GRRApril19 or in person at Loosey's Downtoen. Doors open...

Free – $18

Singer Songwriter Tommy Prine

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

Experience musical artistry with Tommy Prine at Heartwood Soundstage. Tommy Prine learned to play guitar by watching his father, John Prine, mimicking the ways his fingers moved, he inadvertently developed his own singular style. Musical influences include Gillian Welch, Outkast, Bon Iver, the Strokes and more. Tommy Prine explores existential...

Limón Dance Company

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

Step into an evening of bold movement and timeless artistry with the groundbreaking Limón Dance Company, America’s first modern dance repertory company.  Established in 1946 by José Limón and Doris Humphrey, Limón has been honored with the National Medal of Arts for Lifetime Achievement, recognizing the founder’s profound impact and...