Funk and Rock with Ajeva and Tamayo at Heartwood

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

Ajeva is a funk rock band from St Petersburg FL known for their electrifying mix of funk, rock, and improv! Ajeva brings high-energy performances that blend powerful grooves with feel-good vibes. This band’s soulful, funky sound and tight musicianship have made them a favorite across the Southeast, delivering performances that...

$20

Sunshine State Book Festival

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

200 local and regional authors discuss, sign and sell their works at the Sixth Annual Sunshine State Book Festival. Friday features a workshop intensive and opening night reception. Saturday's schedule features Children's Story Time with readings by authors of children's books. Award-winning author Cynthia Barnett will be the keynote speaker,...

Free

(Sold Out) Stella Cole at UF Phillips Center

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

Transport to a 1940s jazz club with moody lighting and the sounds of soft chatter and clinking glasses that fade away as a star takes the stage. Raised on old movies and classic singers, Stella Cole captivates audiences with her soothing renditions of tunes from the Great American Songbook. UpStage...

$12 – $55
Event Series The Artwalk Gainesville

Artwalk Gainesville

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

Explore the local art scene on a self-guided tour. Experience local galleries, artist studios, and cultural events in various locations in Gainesville FL. Preview monthly venues and artists at www.artwalkgainesville.com. Sponsored in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.  

Free

Gallery Reception for “Student & Mentor Exhibition”

GFAA Gallery 1314 S Main St, Gainesville, FL, United States

View works from elementary students and artists from the Gainesville Fine Arts Association. The Friends of Elementary Arts ‘Student & Mentor Exhibition’ opening reception takes place during Artwalk Gainesville. This exhibition features pieces selected by art teachers in Alachua County shown with a mentor artists work. Admission is free.

“BKLYN: The Musical” at Star Center Theatre

Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Follow the inspirational journey of talented street performers at "BKLYN: The Musical." Set in the heart of New York City, a talented singer named Brooklyn joins a group of street performers, hoping to share her story through music. With a blend of pop, soul and gospel songs, "BKLYN: The Musical"...

“Doubt: A Parable” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

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

The talented actors of the Acrosstown Repertoire Theatre present a thought provoking and powerful performance with “Doubt: A Parable.” The play, written by John Patrick Shanley, was adapted into a 2008 film starring Amy Adams, Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Viola Davis. Set in 1960s America, the story follows...

Indie Rock with Hotel Fiction, The Nancys, Jordan Burchel at Heartwood

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

Hotel Fiction is an indie rock band from Athens, Georgia comprised of Jade Long (vocals, keys), Jessica Thompson (vocals, lead guitar), Aaron Daugherty (lead guitar, synth), Aidan Hill (bass), and Gideon Johnston (drums). Their sound has often been described as genre-fluid, with indie, pop, folk, and rock influences. Hotel Fiction...

$18

10th Annual Super Sealant Saturday by UF College of Dentistry

UF College of Dentistry 1395 Center Dr., Gainesville, United States

Super Sealant Saturday annually provides UF College of Dentistry students and faculty the opportunity to serve children in the Gainesville and surrounding counties with a day of free preventative dental care at the college, as well as education about flossing, brushing and other healthy habits for optimal oral health. Don’t...

Free

Backyard Birding Tour

Wild Birds Unlimited 4212 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, United States

Join Alachua Audubon Society on a self-guided tour of some of Gainesville's premiere backyard birding habitats, where ordinary homeowners have turned their yards into a birding paradise. Learn how to attract birds to your yard using native plants, water features, and feeding stations. Enjoy viewing colorful winter visitors such as Baltimore...

$15

Springs Run 7.2K and Fest at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Run around Depot Park, down the Hawthorne trail and back to First Magnitude to be rewarded with brews, music, friends and fun at the Springs Run 7.2K and Fest. After returning to First Mag, enjoy a groovy all-day festival filled with live local music, beer releases, artists and vendors, photo...

Flatwoods Fire and Nature Festival 2025

UF Austin Cary Forest 10625 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate Florida's forests and discover the critical role of fire in preserving their beauty, diversity, and habitat value at the Flatwoods Fire and Nature Festival. This family-friendly event features educational exhibits and activities, live animal encounters and prescribed burn demonstrations at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Don't miss...

Free

Ales and Cottontails at Swamp Head Brewery

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

Join Gainesville Rabbit Rescue for Ales & Cottontails! ~February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month~ Come out to Swamp Head Brewery for this family-friendly event. From 12-4 pm, Gainesville Rabbit Rescue will be showing their adoptable rabbits, and discussing all things rabbits! Swamp Head is brewing up a special, brand...

Free