Healthy Afternoons: Soccer ‘n’ Safety at Abby Wambach Park

Abby Wambach Park 4501 SW 20th Ave., Gainesville, United States

Join Gainesville Fire Rescue firefighters for a game of soccer and touch-a-truck from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.! We will also have healthy snacks and health and safety resources.

Free

Marc Radio Pet Adoption Event at Humane Society of North Central Florida

Humane Society of North Central Florida 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Tune in and find your new best friend! Join Saturday's special adoption event presented by Scenthound and featuring a LIVE broadcast from MARC Media Group stations from the shelter. Stop by the Humane Society of North Central Florida to meet your future best friend and enjoy a day full of...

Free

Tree Fest 2025

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

Have Fun at the Brewery and Support the Planting of Trees at Tree Fest 2025. Tree Fest is an annual event presented by Solar Impact and hosted at Swamp Head around Earth Day and Arbor Day to support the Alachua Conservation Trust by raising money to plant a lot of...

Free

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

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of live music, great food, and community fun at WestFest 2025. This free music festival is a can’t-miss event, welcoming families, friends, and music lovers from across North Florida. This year’s incredible lineup includes: TJ Brown, Andrea Kay, Harber Wynn and Emma Forgette &...

Free

“Take This Before We Go” Exhibition at Rosa B. Williams Center

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

The University of Florida’s School of Art and Art History is thrilled to showcase the work of B.A. Studio Art seniors in the final exhibition of their undergraduate careers. On view for one evening only, this immersive group show offers the public an opportunity to experience the final work of...

Free

Stop Children’s Cancer 36th Annual Fantasy Event at UF Reitz Union

UF Reitz Union 655 Reitz Union Dr., Gainesville

Stop Children's Cancer is excited to announce its 36th Annual Fantasy Event, which will take place at the University of Florida's J. Wayne Reitz Union. The theme is Breakfast at Tiffany's: An Evening Affair. The evening includes dinner, dancing, and a silent auction. Black tie is optional. Stop Children's Cancer...

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

“Night on the Nile: Raqs in Bloom” Belly Dancing at Blackadder Brewing

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

Enjoy "Night on the Nile: Raqs in Bloom," a belly dancing performance at Blackadder Brewing. "Raqs" is an Arabic word that means dance. The ever-so-talented belly dancers, Najmah & Karen will be showcasing their art along with a host of other performers. The dancers will begin performing at 7PM and...

City Nature Challenge Bioblitz at Turkey Creek Preserve

Turkey Creek Preserve 6300 NW 93rd Ave., Gainesville, United States

Alachua County joins hundreds of other communities worldwide for a friendly competition to see who can make the most observations of plants and animals in their community. Download the free iNaturalist app today and help Alachua County capture the most photos of wildlife in the area during the challenge dates....

Free

24th Annual Equal Access Clinic 5K Race

Southwest Recreation Center 3150 Hull Rd., Gainesville, United States

The 24th Annual Equal Access Clinic 5K Race raises awareness and helps support the free clinic, prescriptions and lab work. The Equal Access Clinic Network is a network of student-run free healthcare clinics established by the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Clinics are made possible through...

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GLAM Craft Show

Cypress & Grove Brewing Company 1001 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Sip and shop at at the spring edition of the GLAM Craft Show. Browse ceramics, jewelry, artwork, fashion and more from a variety of makers and artisans displaying their work at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company. In addition offerings from the brewery, enjoy food and drinks from lowbar, Frenchmen Street...

Boxcar Flea Market – Spring Spree at the Depot Event Space

The Depot Event Space 201 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, FL, United States

Boxcar Flea Market will have 20+ local vendors, as well as a DJ and a BBQ pop up. Come hang out and enjoy the spring weather, and if you need to cool down grab a drink from Boxcar Beer and Wine Garden!

Free

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

Open House at Florida School of Massage

Florida School of Massage 6421 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Explore the community, learn about the massage program, and enjoy a free chair massage at the Open House. Join the Florida School of Massage and discover what makes this program special. Learn about admissions, work-study, scholarships, GI Bill benefits, and financial aid options. Save your spot, click here to RSVP.

Free