NY Dog and Cat Film Festivals at the Hippodrome Cinema

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

Watch entertaining and inspiring stories about dogs and cats at the Hippodrome Cinema. Showtimes for the NY Dog Film Festival are Sunday, March 2, 1 p.m. and Saturday, March 8, 3:30 p.m. The NY Cat Film Festival showtimes are Sunday, March 2, 3:3o p.m. and Saturday, March 8, 1 p.m. A...

AM/FM Music Festival: 25 Bands, 3 Stages in Downtown Gainesville

The Bull 18 SW 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate Gainesville’s dynamic music scene with 25 acts performing across three stages at The Bull, Loosey's and How Bazar. The lineup features local favorites such as Spirit Tramp, itsQObaby, Marshal Patrick, localhotboy, A Sunroom, Jackie (of My Favorite Animal), Jenarchy, Mei, Quil Darling, Dude, Chill, Cienfuegos, and more. Admission is...

Free

Wii Sports Tournament at the Hippodrome Theatre

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Hippodrome for a Wii Sports Tournament hosted by Dante Downey. Pick your game: Bowling, Boxing or Tennis. Entry is $5 per sport and winners get prizes! Tickets at the door only. Registration closes at 7:30pm sharp. There will be vendors, music, a full bar and lots of fun....

$5

Traditional Irish Music at Blackadder Brewing

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

The heart of Ireland comes alive through traditional tunes! Experience the vibrant atmosphere as local musicians gather at Blackadder Brewing for the monthly Traditional Irish Music Session. Enjoy rich musical heritage and cultural spirit of the Emerald Isle over a pint of ale. Food truck Stubbie's Sausages will have a...

mamish and Lexi Braun at Heartwood Soundstage

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

On this very first album release show, mamish has gathered a supergroup of musical friends including Andy Lord, Ryan Baker, Dave Lebleu, Mark Archer & Andy Steinberg with special guests Calvin Martin and Dana Myers. Opening the show is Lexi Braun, with a full band. Using grit and tenderness as...

$15

Page Unbound: Technology, Rethinking, and Claiming Our Time at UF Smathers Library

UF Smathers LIbrary Room 100

Join Dr. Lyneise Williams, Associate Professor of Art History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, for an engaging exploration of how technology reshapes our perceptions of time, identity, and cultural narratives. People often take aesthetics, appearances, and representations for granted—yet they shape perceptions of power, politics, and...

Free

Sensing Climate Nature – Sights and Sounds of Nature at the Cade Museum

The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join a fascinating evening of sights and sounds. Mac Stone and David Haskell will share their work on connecting our senses to the changes going on around us. This will be followed by a reception (food and drink provided) and David Haskell will be signing his latest book, "Sounds Wild...

Florida Baseball vs. Florida Atlantic University

Condron Family Ballpark 2800 Citrus Rd., Gainesville, United States

Be there as the Gators take on the FAU Owls. Tickets start at just $7 and can be found at FloridaGators.com/tickets

$7

Indie Rock with Winyah at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Hailing from a small South Carolina beach town, Winyah’s live performances are a testament to their distinctive blend of indie and southern rock, featuring electrifying guitar solos and soulful vocals reminiscent of icons like Led Zeppelin, The Backseat Lovers, and flipturn. The band draws its name from Winyah Bay, a...

$15

Music Variety Concert at Santa Fe College Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall

Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience original songs and more with Santa Fe College music students. The SF contemporary pop ensemble will be performing arrangements of contemporary pop music. Original music written this semester will also be performed for the first time. Instrumentation includes guitar, bass, drums, keys, a horn section and vocals.

$16

Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals

Gainesville Raceway 11211 N CR 225, Gainesville, FL, United States

Every ticket is a pit pass at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals! Get ready for an adrenaline-charged weekend as Gainesville Raceway roars to life with 11,000-horsepower Top Fuel dragsters, Funny Cars, and the high-stakes Pep Boys NHRA All-Star Callout. As the kickoff event of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag...

$56

Florida Museum Springs Pop-Up at UF Marston Science Library

UF Marston Science Library 444 Newell Dr., Gainesville, United States

The Florida Museum of Natural History takes learning on the road. Meet museum educators and scientists from the University of Florida Thompson Earth Systems Institute at this free pop-up about one of the state’s most valuable resources – water. While the museum is expanding its exhibit hall, they will continue...

Free

“CORING” Solo Exhibition at 4Most Gallery

4Most Gallery and Studio 534 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

View works from geoscientist Dr. Cori Matyas at the solo exhibition "Coring," now on view through Monday, March 10.

Americana with Yarn and the Tom Smith Band at Heartwood Soundstage

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

You might expect a band that calls itself Yarn to, naturally, tend to spin a yarn or two. “That’s what we do, we tell stories, live and in the studio, truth and fiction,” singer/songwriter Blake Christiana insists. “We don’t always opt for consistency. There’s a different vibe onstage from what...

$25 – $30

Gainesville Zinefest 2025 at Civic Media Center

Civic Media Center 433 S Main St, Gainesville, United States

Join Gainesville Zinefest, March 7-9, featuring the exciting debut festival "Panel Palooza!" Sequential Artist Workshop, the Civic Media Center, & Mapping Trans Joy have partnered together to bring you a three-day weekend of zines, community, trans joy, and more. DAY 1: March 7, 5PM - 7 PM | Mapping Trans...

Free

Perfessor Eddy Sings the Blues at Creek’s 19th

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

UF Honors Professor hosts a concert featuring blues, country blues, and rock classics along with explanations of their origins. The Perfessor plays them in Delta, Chicago, and for styles on his powerful 12 string Seagull guitar.

Free

Uplift GNV: An Upbeat GNV Benefit Show

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

Raise a glass to mental wellness. Upbeat GNV partners with Music GNV for a benefit concert supporting local musicians and mental health. Live Performances By: Noah Moses and The Flood Haylin Watkins Acoustic sets by Thomas Allain of Late Night Losers Browse local vendors and enjoy a special non-alcoholic kombucha...

Free

Jazz Up Spring Concert at Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall

Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Santa Fe College Jazz Ensemble Brings Classic Compositions to Life at the annual “Jazz Up Spring” concert. The program will open with a student-led jazz combo that will perform a mixture of traditional and modern jazz selections followed by the SF Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. David Smith,...

$10 – $16

Learn to Belly Dance with Karen at The Abbey

The Abbey at Blackadder 618 NW 60th St. Ste K, Gainesville, United States

Ever want to learn how to belly dance? Now's your chance! Start your weekend with movement, music, and good vibes and dive into the beautiful art of belly dance with instructor, Karen. This class is perfect for all levels—whether you’re brand new or just want to have fun while learning...

UF Biomedical Engineering STEM Outreach Day

UF Reitz Union 655 Reitz Union Dr., Gainesville

Join a free, family-friendly event designed to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. This outreach event is perfect for students in grades K-12, offering an exciting glimpse into the world of biomedical engineering—a field where science, technology, engineering, and mathematics come together to revolutionize healthcare.

Free