The Other Book: Black History in Alachua County Lecture Series

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

Discover untold stories of Alachua County’s history with the Black History in Alachua County Lecture Series. Before schools were integrated, Black teachers taught from two books; the official government sanctioned books and "the Other Book," from other texts, written by Black authors about the realities of the Black experience. This...

Free

Treasure Trek Kid’s Day at Dudley Farm

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

Join Dudley Farm on the second Saturday of the month for Kid's Day. Children and adults alike, ages 5 and up can join in the fun! There are hands on demonstrations, crafts, old fashioned games and even some education. Learn about history, and a farming way of life.

$5

Cane Boil and BBQ at Frog Song Organics

Frog Song Organics 4317 US Hwy. 301, Hawthorne, FL, United States

Learn how the farm preserves the sugar cane crop with a demonstration from Farmer John. Enjoy live music with Anna Surento and The Sparks and the Fire. Farm-to-table lunch plates are available from chefs Phil Bailey Anderson and Richard Vaughn.

Event Series Experience Psychic Fair

Experience Psychic Fair at Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand 4200 NW 97th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Embark on a journey of spiritual enlightenment at the Experience Psychic Fair! Admission is $10 for the weekend, and children 12 and under are free. Enjoy free lectures throughout the event and receive a complimentary crystal or gemstone with admission. Browse over 40 readers and vendors onsite throughout the weekend....

$10

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