“Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection” Exhibition at the Harn Museum of Art

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

The Harn Museum of Art at the University of Florida will display art from Spelman College—a historically black liberal arts college for women located in Atlanta, Georgia. The Harn is one of five venues across the United States exhibiting "Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection." Through 39 works by...

Free

A Night of Ideas at the Historic Thomas Center

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

As part of the series on Environmental Humanities, The France Florida Research Institute presents the second annual Night of Ideas around the theme of Aquatic Horizons. The evening will feature a concert of French classical music inspired by nature, a roundtable discussion of water as a common good, and a...

Free

Eastside High School Drama Presents “Pippin”

Eastside Auditorium 1201, Gainesville, FL, United States

Eastside High School Drama presents the musical "Pippin," music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz ("Wicked"), originally directed and choreographed by Bob Fosse. A troupe of traveling players presents the story of an extraordinary young man in search of his “corner of the sky” in this Tony Award-winning musical by "Wicked"...

$12
Event Series The Hippodrome Presents “Morning After Grace”

Romance Gets a Reboot with “Morning After Grace” Starring Nell Page and Kevin Rainsberger

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL, United States

Love, loss, and late-in-life surprises take center stage in the Hippodrome’s opening weekend of "Morning After Grace" — a heartwarming comedy that proves it’s never too late for a fresh start. This witty and touching play by Carey Crim follows an unexpected trio brought together by a one-night stand and a...

$15 – $50
Event Series Thursday Night Swing Dancing

Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center

Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st Street, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join Gainesville Swing Dancing for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment! Beginner and intermediate lessons take place 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., no partner or experience is...

Free

Country Artist Lily Rose with Payton Smith

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

Join breakthrough modern country artist Lily Rose for a high-energy outdoor concert. GLAAD Outstanding Breakthrough Artist Award-winner, Lily Rose, performs her authentic and modern country music on the outdoor stage at Heartwood Soundstage. The Atlanta native burst onto the scene with her viral hit “Villain,” instantly propelling her into the...

$22

Gators Track and Field Host the 2025 Pepsi Florida Relays, April 4-5

James G. Pressly Stadium 352 Woodlawn Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Cheer for collegiate and high school track and field athletes from around the country at the 2025 Pepsi Florida Relays. Friday and Saturday, Gators Track & Field returns to James G. Pressly Stadium for the first time in 2025 at the Pepsi Relays. The Florida Gators Men's Track & Field...

$15 – $20

USA Gymnastics Silver and Gold Florida State Meet at the Alachua County Sports and Events Center, April 4-6

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

See the best of the best compete at the USA Gymnastics Silver and Gold FL State Championships. Gymnasts qualify throughout the season by competing at various invitational competitions throughout the United States. This competition also serves as the qualifier for the USA Gymnastics Xcel Gold Regional Championships. The top 8...

Club de Escucha – Gainesville, FL

Curia on the Drag 2029 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

El Club de Escucha+ Gainesville comenzó el 13 de enero del 2023. Generalmente, nos reunimos el primer y tercer viernes de cada mes. Únete al chat de WhatsApp para estar al tanto de los eventos, episodio de la semana y conocer al grupo. El moderador, Christian A. Rodríguez, le enviará...

Downtown High Springs First Friday Shopping Event

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

Join the First Friday Downtown High Springs evening shopping event in historic downtown High Springs on Friday evening, April 4, from 6 PM to 8 PM. This event will feature over 20 local downtown restaurants and retail businesses. Downtown High Springs is known for its walkable, charming small-town hospitality, and...

Free

Black Cowboys and Cowgirls in Florida, April 4-5

Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center 837 SE 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Saddle up for the two-day celebration “Black Cowboys & Cowgirls in Florida.”  On Friday, presentations about the history and contributions of Black Cowboys & Cowgirls in Florida include remarks from John H. Nix, President of the North Central Florida Black Farmers Association and rodeo organizer, Rick Wallace. Experience a walk-through...

Free

Florida Softball vs Arkansas, April 4-6

Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium

Florida Gators Softball is back in action this weekend from April 4th to the 6th at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium for an SEC clash with the Arkansas Razorbacks. Don't miss out on any of the action, get your tickets today at FloridaGators.com/Tickets.

$12
Event Series Free Fridays Concert Series

Free Fridays Concert Series: R&B with D.R. Band and Soul Fire

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

Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy music under the stars at the Free Fridays Concert Series at Bo Diddley Plaza.  The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series brings diverse local and regional musical talent to downtown Gainesville. The first concert of the 2025 season features R&B,...

“The Taming of the Shrew” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

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

See an all-female cast perform the William Shakespeare comedy "The Taming of the Shrew." Bianca can't marry until her older and abrasive sister, Katherina, gets married. Petrucio thinks he can tame this shrew of a woman and Lucentio thinks he can seduce Bianca and marry her. In the end, who...

“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...

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