Art After Dark: Museum Nights

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

Get cozy and celebrate the winter solstice at Museum Nights: Solstice Slowdown. Relax at this after-hours event at the Harn Museum. Sip hot beverages and enjoy sweet treats while viewing the latest exhibition “Riding the 33rd Parallel: Landscape Portraits—Florida to California.” Admission is free. 

Charity Bingo Night at Blackadder Brewing

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

B-I-N-G-O is back!Thursday, December 12th 7PM Join us for an evening of fun to benefit our charity partner: Re-Gifting Christmas! Bringing a little Christmas joy to families who need a something a little extra this holiday season. Prizes! Fun! Beer! Food truck on site for event.

Folk Rock with The Ain’t Sisters & Swamp Cabbage

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

AIN'T SISTERS Fun, eclectic folk rock. Fronted by the deliciously androgynous duo Arrie Bozeman and Barb Carbon, the Aints deliver high-energy performances of their wildly diverse original music. Joined by the hardest working men in rock n Roll, Richie Jones on the Boom Chick thwackita whackita, and Justin Boudreau, aka...

$20 – $35
Event Series Bobcat Round Robin Wrestling

Bobcat Round Robin Wrestling

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

Watch a Weekend of Competitive Wrestling at the Bobcat Round Robin. Cheer on talented wrestlers at the Bobcat Round Robin Tournament. The event features Varsity individual round-robin matches on Friday and Saturday, a Girls Tournament on Friday, a JV Tournament on Saturday, and an IOF Tournament on Sunday. With wrestlers...

Meet Guy Fiery at The Good Pour with Santo Tequilla Bottle Signings

The Good Pour 5180 SW 34th Terr., Gainesville, United States

Meet celebrity chef and co-owner of Santo Tequila, Guy Fiery. Get your bottle signed by the Mayor of Flavortown himself. This event is first come, first served, while supplies last.

Event Series We Live in Time Now Playing at Hipp Cinema

“The Nightmare Before Christmas” at the Hipp Cinema

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion. Get your tickets now at https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=3001 PG 1993 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 16m Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wr6N_hZyBCk

$12
Event Series Toy Trains at Christmas Choo Choo Trains

Toy Trains at Christmas Choo Choo Trains

Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church 105 NW 2nd St., High Springs, United States

See toy train displays and join the fun with historic beginnings. Admission is free. Christmas Choo Choo Trains are on display Friday, December 13, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday, December 14, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, December 20, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., December 21, 11 a.m. -...

Artist Margaret Ross Tolbert with “Proje SU: Leto Joins the Springs” at The Lynx

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

In collaboration with the University of Florida's Imagining Climate Change initiative, Margaret Ross Tolbert discusses Proje SU, a stunning collaborative art book following the water systems of Southern Turkey and campaigning for the preservation of natural springs

Waldo Christmas at the Square

Waldo City Square 14450 NE 148th Ave., Waldo, FL, United States

Join festive family fun at Waldo Christmas on the Square. Children can visit the Mom & Pop Gift Shop inside the historical museum to purchase gifts for family members. In the library, children 10 and explore Santa’s Toy Shop and select a small gift or write letters to Santa. Inside...

(Sold Out) Bingo Loco

Vivid Music Hall 201 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

A crazy, unhinged bingo event is coming to Gainesville on Dec. 13th with music, comedy & dancing!

$32

Annasemble Holiday Concert

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Gainesville 4225 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL, United States

Delight in Holiday Tunes from Around the World. Enjoy a festive performance by the Annasemble Community Orchestra of Gainesville. Bring the whole family to this free holiday concert celebrating global holiday music. After the performance, enjoy refreshments and embrace the joy of the season.

Free

Movie Night: Frozen

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

Experience the Magic of Frozen Under the Stars Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Disney’s Frozen (2013) at Bo Diddley Plaza. Bring your family and friends to sing along with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf. Admission is free.

Event Series Danscompany presents Cinderella

Danscompany Presents Cinderella

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

Find holiday magic with a ballet performance of a timeless classic. Cinderella and Prince Charming request the pleasure of your company at a royal holiday ballet tradition. Join them, the Fairy Godmother, the Season Fairies and our entire talented cast for Cinderella, a ballet and holiday tradition for all ages....

$15

Holiday Lights Downtown Tour

Downtown Gainesville 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Explore Festive Downtown Fun at the Holiday Lights Downtown Tour! Visit local businesses, enjoy holiday vibes, and complete your punch card to earn free entry to the after-party at Depot Village. The evening includes sparkling lights, festive fun, and a celebratory after-party featuring champagne and prizes. A finalized tour map...