43rd Annual Florida Bamboo Sale

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Discover and Purchase a Variety of Clumping Bamboos Kanapaha Botanical Gardens hosts its Annual Winter Bamboo Sale, offering a variety of clumping bamboo on a dug-to-order basis. Orders can be placed by phone or in person starting January 1, with the final day to order on January 19. Buyers are...

Jimmy Carnes Indoor Track & Field Invitational

Alachua County Sports & Events Center 198 Viola Dr, Hawthorne, FL, United States

See athletes compete across collegiate, high school and youth divisions. Friday, January 17 features collegiate competitors. High School and youth divisions compete Saturday and Sunday, January 18-19. Enjoy shopping, dining and entertainment all within walking distance at Celebration Pointe. Spectator tickets can be purchased online. Sponsored in part by Visit...

Spider Cup #1: Lancaster Knock-Out Eliminations at Easton Newberry Archery Center

Easton Newberry Archer Center 24880 NW 16 Ave., Newberry, FL, United States

This archery competition follows the world famous archery competition format. Whether you're young old new to competition or a well seasoned competitor this event has a division for you. If you are ready to sign-up or want more information on the event our website has it.

Heritage Tennis Classic – Adult Unsanctioned Tournament at Joyce Oransky Tennis Center

Joyce Oransky Tennis Center at Albert “Ray” Massey (Westside) Park 1004 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Each One Teach One Foundation for the 30th Annual Heritage Tennis Classic. This tournament emphasizes personal growth, skill development, and sportsmanship, fostering success on and off the court. Key Dates: Registration Deadline: Monday, January 13, 6 p.m. Draws Posted: Thursday, January 16, after 7 p.m. Match Play: Saturday,...

$55

Level 6: 2025 HTC Junior Tennis Tournament at the Joyce Oransky Tennis Center

Joyce Oransky Tennis Center at Albert “Ray” Massey (Westside) Park 1004 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Each One Teach One Foundation for the Junior Tennis Tournament, part of the 30th Annual Heritage Tennis Classic. This event fosters growth, skill development, and sportsmanship while encouraging players to embrace core values such as self-motivation, risk-taking, and noble character on and off the court. Key Dates: Registration...

$55

Alachua’s 20th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

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

Join the City of Alachua's 20th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at Legacy Park Multipurpose Center. Vickie Winans, six-time Grammy award nominee with eight Stellar Awards and an NAACP Image Award, will be singing and delivering a keynote speech. Also planned for the event is a performance by Franz...

Specialty Burger Night at Haile Village Bistro

Haile Village Bistro 5323 SW 91st Terr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Monday Night means Burger Night at The Haile Village Bistro and The Queens Arms Pub. Every week showcases a specialty burger alongside the regular burger menu. Join every Monday for 5pm until 8pm for Speciality Burger Night.

Onyx Storm Midnight Release Party

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

Join The Lynx for a midnight release party of the upcoming Fourth Wing title, Onyx Storm! There will be games, photo opportunities, and more. Tickets include one special edition copy of the book and one drink from The Lynx cafe. About the book: Preorder now and receive the stunning DELUXE...

(Sold Out) “Onyx Storm” Midnight Release Party at The Lynx Books

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

Join a midnight release party of the upcoming Fourth Wing title, Onyx Storm. Enjoy games, photo opportunities and more. Tickets include a special edition copy of the book and a beverage from The Lynx cafe.

Archer Farmers Market

Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL, United States

Cirque Kalabanté

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

See gravity-defying acrobatics and jaw-dropping displays of contortion and strength with Cirque Kalabanté. Inspired by daily life in Guinea, this performance is designed to share the beauty, youth, and artistry of West African culture. Founded by Guinean-born Cirque du Soleil veteran Yamoussa Bangoura, Kalabanté means “ambitious child with exceptional courage”...

$12 – $45

Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society on a walk through the park. Identify the wide variety of local wetland and migratory birds in a premier birding hotspot. Walks are free with park admission fee ($5/vehicle) and are offered every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. though the end of May. Birders...

Songs from the Heart Showcase at Heartwood Soundstage

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

The Songs From the Heart Showcase will feature an eclectic group of local musicians. The lineup includes Dude, Chill, Jig to a Milestone (Solo Acoustic), Victoria Vicary and Vincent Raphael.

University of Florida Pipe Organ Centennial

University Auditorium 333 Newell Drive, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate 100 years of music at the UF Pipe Organ Centennial. The pipe organ in the University of Florida Auditorium is 100 years old in 2025. The UF School of Music is sponsoring a celebration of the pipe organ's centennial. There will be a concert by in internationally renowned organist...

Free