Music in Survival: 80 years After Auschwitz at United Church of Gainesville

United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, United States

Art and Music played a significant role aiding prisoners in the death camps of WW 2. It was therapeutic because great European composers were also prisons at the same time. They continued to compose and conduct for fellow prisoners under horrid conditions. The ShabbaTones Chorus will sing recently discovered compositions...

The Peking Acrobats

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

See daring maneuvers with awe-inspiring acrobatic feats creating a breathtaking, all-ages spectacle with the festive pageantry of a Chinese carnival. Experience The Peking Acrobats' precarious pagoda of chairs, trick-cycling, precision tumbling, juggling, somersaulting, and gymnastics. Rooted in centuries of Chinese history, The Peking Acrobats seek to uphold the rich and...

Opening Reception for “The Alachua Phenomenon: Two Centuries in Florida’s Eden”

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate the grand opening of the Matheson History Museum's newest exhibition "The Alachua Phenomenon: Two Centuries in Florida's Eden."  Meet the curator, tour the exhibition and enjoy light refreshments. The exhibition features photographs and objects from the Matheson collection and items on loan from Alachua County museum partners, including one...

Free

World-Renowned Concordia Choir of Moorhead Minnesota at First Presbyterian Church

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

From the music of J. S. Bach to familiar hymn arrangements, the 72-voice a cappella choir will amaze you with their technical mastery and incredible sound in a varied concert ranging from Renaissance motets to contemporary choral works. Dr. Culloton is the fourth director in the choir’s 100-year history. In...

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Alachua County Emergency Preparedness Expo at the Senior Recreation Center

Senior Recreation Center 5701 NW 34th Blvd., Gainesville, United States

The Center for Independent Living hosts the 4th Annual County Emergency Expo. The free event will feature a range of speakers and organizations to help the community's disabled residents get ready for any disaster. ASL interpreters are available. Anyone interested in attending can register by visiting www.cilncf.org. For inquiries, please...

NO Cost

“Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection” Exhibition at the Harn Museum of Art

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

The Harn Museum of Art at the University of Florida will display art from Spelman College—a historically black liberal arts college for women located in Atlanta, Georgia. The Harn is one of five venues across the United States exhibiting "Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection." Through 39 works by...

Free

Book Swap at Swamp Head Brewery

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

Join book lovers at Swamp Head Brewery for a book swap. Bring a gently used book and swap it out for a new-to-you book. The first 100 people swapping books receive a themed bookmark. Find more details on the Facebook event.

Charity Bingo Night at Blackadder Brewing

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

It's charity B-I-N-G-O time! Join Blackadder Brewing for an evening of fun to benefit this month's charity partner. Who: Grow Hub When: Thursday, March 13th at 7PM Why: Prizes! Fun! Beer! Food Truck: Verde Spice Representatives from the organization will be on site during the event.

Gainesville Jewish Film Festival at the Hippdrome Cinema

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

View a collection of films showcasing Jewish culture and experiences at the 14th Annual Gainesville Jewish Film Festival. Screenings take place at the Hippodrome Cinema and admission is free. Films include documentaries, riveting dramas, a powerful spotlight on singer-songwriter Matisyahu and more. View the schedule of films online, note two screenings...

Swampfest 2025

Waldo Motosports 16258 NE US Hwy 301, Waldo, United States

Celebrate the culture of BMX and skateboarding at Swampfest 2025. Join pro riders and passionate fans from across the country to share a one-of-a-kind experience. Since 2016, professional BMXer Trey Jones has produced his vision of a BMX and skateboarding festival in his home state of Florida. Swampfest 2025 features...

No. 3 Florida Gymnastics vs. No. 10 Kentucky Wildcats – Senior Night at Exactech Arena

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

Join Florida Gymnastics as they host Kentucky Wildcats! On Friday, March 14th at 6:45 PM, don’t miss the exciting matchup between Florida Gymnastics and the Kentucky Wildcats at the O'Dome! It’s also Senior Night, and your last chance to support our 2025 gymnastics team at home. Seniors will be honored...

Wake and Bake Weekend with Less Than Jake

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

Party with Gainesville punk band Less Than Jake at Wake and Bake Weekend.  Vivid Music Hall hosts two days of shows on Friday and Saturday. Less Than Jake returns to their hometown in support of their new seven-song EP "Uncharted" and in preparation of their nation-wide Summer Circus tour. Add...

If These Dolls Could Talk

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

Celebrate Women's History Month with Star Center Theatre and their production of "If These Dolls Could Talk." Spend an evening getting to know groundbreaking leaders in American history. Hear stories from Ida B. Wells, Bessie Coleman, Madam C.J. Walker, Ella Fitzgerald, Maya Angelou and Rosa Parks and learn more about...

“The Taming of the Shrew” at Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

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

See an all-female cast perform the William Shakespeare comedy "The Taming of the Shrew." Bianca can't marry until her older and abrasive sister, Katherina, gets married. Petrucio thinks he can tame this shrew of a woman and Lucentio thinks he can seduce Bianca and marry her. In the end, who...

Mystic Happenings Faire at VFW Post 2811

VFW Post 2811 1150 Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Get ready for an enchanting day at the Mystic Happening Faire! 🌟 Discover the Mystical World 🌟 • Tarot readers, Psychic readers, and Mediumship (messages from spirits) Free Presentations at 9am, 11am, and 1pm Dive into Astrology, Herbal Medicine, Paranormal Investigations, and learn how to protect yourself psychically A Wonderland...

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Car Show for Stop Children’s Cancer at Santa Fe College

Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL, United States

This car show is open to all car, trucks, rat rods and motorcycles. Proceeds benefit Stop Children's Cancer. Enjoy food, music, door prizes and more. Dash plaques for the first 150 entries.