Orchid Culture Workshop

Veterans Memorial Park 7400 SW 41 Pl, Gainesville, FL, United States

The Gainesville Orchid Society is hosting a free orchid culture workshop under Pavilion #2 at Veterans Memorial Park. The first part of this workshop will focus on CATTLEYA CULTURE – moderators will make brief presentations to introduce cattleyas and their culture and discuss the care they are providing this time...

Free

Traditional Music on the Farm

Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL, United States

The music will reflect the traditional music played between 1880 to the 1930’s. Old time music at its best! Musicians will gather at the Dudley Farm for an afternoon of music. Stop by, sit, relax and listen to the traditional music, Five old-time bands will be playing.

Gators Football vs. Ole Miss

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate Senior Players During Senior Day as the Gators take on Ole Miss in the Last Home Football Game of the Season Plan to arrive early as for pre-game festivities including Gatorland Fan Fest, Gator Walk and senior ceremonies before kickoff. Find game day details including parking, mobile ticketing and...

Preview Performances of The Nutcracker

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Road, Alachua, FL, United States

See Holiday Magic as Dance Alive National Ballet Presents Free Preview Performances of "The Nutcracker" See the magic of The Nutcracker before the December productions at the UF Phillips Center. Dance Alive National Ballet presents the timeless holiday tale told through enchanting music by Tchaikovsky and stunning choreography. Join Clara...

Free

Florida Volleyball vs. UCF

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

The Florida Gators Volleyball team takes on the UCF Knights Saturday, November 23rd at 4:30 pm! The first 500 Gators fans in attendance will receive a FREE $5 concession voucher! You don’t want to miss this showdown! Get your tickets today at Floridagators.com/tickets See you, only in the O’Dome!

$7

Classic Rock with Couch Messiah’s

SweetBerries Eatery and Frozen Custard 619 NW 5th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, United States

Local favorite band the Couch Messiah's are playing at Sweet Berries Eatery and Frozen Custard on Saturday November the 23rd. Live music will be from 5-7 PM on the outdoor patio. Full Menu available as well as beer!

Free

Light the Tree

Celebration Pointe 3528 SW 45th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

“Light the Tree” at Celebration Pointe

Holiday Dishes à la Cross Creek

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park 18700 South CR 325, Hawthorne, FL, United States

Sample Recipes Inspired by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings at Holiday Dishes à la Cross Creek The 1930s homestead of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Majorie Kinnan Rawlings is preserved as it was when she lived there. The National Historic Landmark hosts guided tours inside the farmhouse Thursday through Sunday. On Sunday, November 24,...

Piano Sonata/Sonatina Winners’ Recital

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

Piano Sonata/Sonatina Winners’ Recital at The Historic Thomas Center

An Evening with Lemony Snicket: Daniel Handler in Person

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

Join an unforgettable evening with the one and only Daniel Handler, also known as Lemony Snicket. Handler’s incredible body of work spans a huge variety of genres and age groups. His works include the beloved children’s books A Series of Unfortunate Events, adult works such as The Basic Eight, a...

$10 – $15

Florida Museum members receive holiday discounts Nov. 26-Dec. 17

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

Florida Museum members can enjoy special cheer this holiday season! Associates and curators society members receive a 20% discount in the museum gift shop Nov. 26 through Dec. 17. For more information, visit www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/event/holiday-sale.

ACR Night

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd AVE, Gainesville, FL, United States

ACR Night at Swamp Head Brewery is the ultimate pregame to your Thanksgiving plans and the perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends. Whether you're returning to town or welcoming friends and family to Gainesville for the holiday, if you're ready to throw down with live music and plenty...

Free

2024 Turkey Trot Trail 5K & 10K

Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW CR 231, Gainesville, FL, United States

This year we are once again partnering with Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary to host our 5k & 10k trail race on Thanksgiving Day. Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 non-profit that was founded in 2016 by Chris and Erin Amerman. Their driving mission is to promote compassion for farm...

Event Series Thanksgiving Wildlife Tours

Thanksgiving Wildlife Tours

Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation 8528 E. COUNTY ROAD 225, Gainesville, FL, United States

View Rare Animals on Thanksgiving Tours at Carson Springs Wildlife Get outdoors and add a walking tour through Carson Springs Wildlife to your holiday weekend. Carson Springs is home to 30 rare and endangered species and over 100 animals. Guided by professional zoologists, tours include big cat feedings and up-close...

A Blackadder Black Friday!

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

It's time once again for the annual bottle release of Hildegard of Bingen. Friday, November 29, 2024 Brewed without hops, this ale (Gruit) is bittered with herbs: Marsh Rosemary/Sweet Gale/Meadowsweet/Yarrow/Elderflower/Juniper Berries/Hibiscus. Come early, they'll go fast! It wouldn't be Black Friday without a deal or savings? Save 20% off all...

Event Series Craft Festival 2024

Craft Festival 2024

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

The Stephen C. O'Connell Center is excited to host the Craft Festival on Saturday, November 30th from 10am - 5pm and Sunday, December 1st from 10am - 5pm. Our Craft Festival is an annual event that showcases crafts that are authentically made by talented artisans and crafters. The Craft Festival...

$6

Geekfest

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

Comics, Cards, Gaming, Cosplay Contest and More at Geekfest Invades Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza