Prairie’s Edge Forest School: Prairie Babies

Prairie's Edge Forest School: Location Varies

Join a fun nature program for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under, and their caregivers at Prairie's Edge Forest School: Prairie Babies. Winter Sessions take place on Saturday mornings: Session 1: January 11th, 12-1:30PM – Nature Memory Boxes Session 2: February 1st, 12-1:30PM – Garden Babies Adventure & Plant...

$20

Author and Archivist Florence Turcotte at Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park

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

Hear Literary Manuscripts Archivist for the George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida, Florence Turcotte, as she talks about her book, Marge & Julia, The Correspondence Between Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Julia Scribner Bigham. Marge and Julia includes never-before-published letters between Rawlings and Julia Scribner Bigham, the daughter of...

Harlem Globetrotters 2025 World Tour

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

Experience slam dunks, alley-oops, looooong shots, magic, history and laughs with the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters. Catch all the amazing basketball spins, slams, and dunks from the Globetrotters, plus new trials as players face-off to see who can pull off astonishing trick shots and more. Meet your favorite players with unprecedented...

$30 – $90

Light Up the Night – Intro to Fire Workshop at Gainesville Circus Center

Gainesville Circus Center 1925 NW 2nd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Learning everything you need to know to explore the art of playing with fire in this workshop. No experience is required. Gainesville Circus Center will go over all materials including kinds of fuel, props, clothing, and safety equipment. Instructor Jeremiah Collins will walk you through how to set up stations...

$75

Ultimate Rush Tribute at The Wooly

The Wooly 20 N Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebratethe timeless music of one of the greatest rock bands of all time with the Ultimate Rush Tribute.

Cocktails and Classics: The Royal Tenenbaums at the Hipp Cinema

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

Pair a specialty themed cocktail with a screening of The Royal Tenenbaums at Cocktails and Classics.  Directed by Wes Anderson, The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) follows estranged family of former child prodigies reuniting when their father announces he has a terminal illness. An ensemble cast includes Gene Hackman, Anjelica Huston, Danny...

Hogtown Brewers Beer and Food Pairing Event

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

Experience a fun beer and food pairing event hosted by the Hogtown Brewers at First Magnitude Brewing Co. Enjoy Homebrew Beer & appetizer pairings made by the Hogtown Brewers, vote for your favorite combinations, and participate in a silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of North Central Florida....

$40

Farmers Moo-Ket at Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary

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

Browse plant-based vendors and meet the critters of Critter Creek.    Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary is the largest bovine sanctuary in the country with three facilities totaling 420 acres. 

First Annual Winter Faire at Gainesville Woman’s Club

Gainesville Woman's Club 2809 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Find inspiration to host a 2025 event at the First Annual Winter Faire. Explore over 30 vendors and exhibitors, including caterers, photographers, florists, and event planners. Enjoy bubbles and bites, live models, swag bag giveaways, and door prizes. Attendees will also get an exclusive preview of upcoming renovations to the...

Free

Sip and Stroll Tour at the Hippodrome Theatre

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

Uncover secrets of the Hippodrome Theatre on a behind the scenes tour. Ask questions and gain insights into the inner workings of the theatre. Explore the lower level basement and the little-known third floor. Admission includes a complimentary drink from the bar.

The Story of Human Trafficking: An Arts Event

First Presbyterian Church 300 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, United States

Join the Dance Alive National Ballet, the Anew outreach service, a festival chorus, and instrumentalists for a concert highlighting the struggle, the freedom search, and the journey to restoration for those impacted by human trafficking. The reality of sex trafficking: Florida ranks #3 for reported sex trafficking cases in the...

Free

FEST Wrestling presents Cold Enough to Break at Vivid Music Hall

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

See wild wrestling action as FEST Wrestling presents "Cold Enough to Break." Featured appearances include FEST Wrestling Champion Beastly, FEST Tag Team Champions Venom and Violence, Savannah Evans, Effy and more.

Specialty Burger Night at Haile Village Bistro

Haile Village Bistro 5323 SW 91st Terr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Monday Night means Burger Night at The Haile Village Bistro and The Queens Arms Pub. Every week showcases a specialty burger alongside the regular burger menu. Join every Monday for 5pm until 8pm for Speciality Burger Night.