A Very Harry Christmas Trivia Night

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

What's on your Christmas list? Wizard crackers, an invisibility cloak or a maybe handmade Molly Weasley sweater... Join Blackadder Brewing for a festive and magical evening of Harry Potter Christmas Trivia! Saturday, December 21st at 7PM. Questions will be specific to the Harry Potter Christmas breaks (books & movies). And...

Veterans for Peace Winter Solstice Peace Concert

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

Gainesville’s local chapter of veterans for peace invites you to their 38th annual winter solstice celebration on Saturday, Dec 21st. Enjoy an evening of peace-inspired music, poetry, and art exhibits among family and friends at the unitarian universalist fellowship beginning at 7pm. For more information and tickets visit vfpgainesville.org. Suggested...

Event Series The Game’s Afoot at the Acrosstown Theatre

Ken Ludwig’s “The Game’s Afoot” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

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

See a holiday mystery unfold on stage at "The Game's Afoot or Holmes for the Holidays." Set in December 1936, this comedic whodunit follows Broadway star William Gillette, famed for his role as Sherlock Holmes, as he hosts a weekend gathering at his Connecticut castle. When one of the guests...

Dark Sparkle- Gothic Winter Fantasy Ball

The Midnight Underground

Step into a magical realm at Dark Sparkle, a Gothic Winter Fantasy Ball celebrating the winter solstice. Dance to dark electronic beats by DJs Wild Creatrix and Baby Goth Back, enjoy live performances by LustMusik, Apex, and Black Magic M66, and shop from local artists and vendors. Costumes encouraged—think Labyrinth...

$15.00

Beer and Cookie Pairing at Swamp Head Brewery

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

Enjoy a holiday-themed beer and cookie pairing with Campfire Cookies. Swamp Head and Campfire Cookies have curated a lineup of four scrumptious cookies, each paired perfectly with a Swamp Head beer. As part of Wonderland at the Wetlands, the Swamp Head tasting room will be decked out in lights, decorations,...

From Blues to the Beatles at Creek’s 19th

Turkey Creek Golf Course 11400 Turkey Creek Blvd., Alachua, FL, United States

Live music from Perfessor Eddy featuring tunes from country blues, to the Beatles, Billy Joel, CCR, and gospel.

Free

Brewery Yoga at First Magnitude

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Relax and get centered with yoga at First Magnitude Brewing Company. Join Kardiya Yoga for a session open to all experience levels. Bring your own mat, flexibility not required. Stick around for a refreshment as "The Source" tap room opens after the class at 2 p.m.

(Sold Out) All About Pies Cooking Class at the Fat Tuscan

The Fat Tuscan 725 NE 1st St., Gainesville, United States

Learn to make the perfect pie at the Fat Tuscan. This class is for anyone who wants to bring a freshly made pie to their holiday meal to impress everyone.  Students will learn the process for make fresh pie dough from scratch, rolling it out, filling it and creating lattice...

Acoustic Music with The Robinson Duo at Blackadder Brewing

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

Enjoy an afternoon of acoustic music with Mike and Lauren Robinson, a father-daughter duo known for their stunning vocals and harmonies in a mix of covers and original compositions. Lauren, a professional singer and actress from New York City, brings her vocal versatility spanning Rock 'n' Roll to Opera, while...

“This Christmas” at the Hipp Cinema

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

Warm up with holiday cheer at the Hipp Cinema with This Christmas (PG-13) and celebrate the season with the Whitfield family's heartwarming journey of love, laughter, and togetherness. Tickets https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=2601 PG-13 2007 ‧ Comedy/Musical ‧ 1h 59m Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oqsf5qeP2CQ&themeRefresh=1

$12

“Gremlins” at the Hipp Cinema

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

A young man inadvertently breaks three important rules concerning his new pet and unleashes a horde of malevolently mischievous monsters on a small town. PG 1984 ‧ Horror/Comedy ‧ 1h 46m Get your tickets now! https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=2602 Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeNVftiefOE

$12
Event Series Scrooged at the Hipp Cinema

“Eyes Wide Shut” at the Hipp Cinema

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

A Manhattan doctor embarks on a bizarre, night-long odyssey after his wife's admission of unfulfilled longing. Get your tickets now! https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=3402 R 1999 ‧ Thriller/Mystery ‧ 2h 39m Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgVo96JaqeM

$12

Art After Dark at the Harn

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

Explore art exhibitions at an after-hours experience at Art After Dark. Current exhibitions include "In Our Time 54th SA+AH Faculty Art Exhibition," "Metamorphosis: Reshaping Contemporary Art," "ClayCurvyCool" and more. The galleries, café, and museum store are open late and admission is free.

Event Series Y2K at The Hipp Cinema

“Y2K” at The Hipp Cinema

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

On the last night of 1999, two high school juniors crash a New Year’s Eve party, only to find themselves fighting for their lives when Y2K becomes a reality. Get your tickets now! https://purchase.thehipp.org/EventAvailability?EventId=4001 R 2024 Comedy/Horror 1h 31m Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4f9gCTLhYs

$12

A History of Kwanzaa

A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center 1013 NW 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Learn the Rich History of Kwanzaa Explore the traditions of Kwanzaa with local historian Kali Blount and storyteller Turbado Marabou. Tune in to the rhythm of Mohamad DaCosta’s drumming and a tribute to the first fruits. This engaging event offers a deep dive into the cultural significance of Kwanzaa. Join...

Sunrise Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

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

Join a ranger for a 30-45 minute walk into the wetlands as the sun rises. The hike begins at the "Welcome Classroom" cell 1 boardwalk pavilion.