Preview Performances of The Nutcracker

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Road, Alachua, FL, United States

See Holiday Magic as Dance Alive National Ballet Presents Free Preview Performances of "The Nutcracker" See the magic of The Nutcracker before the December productions at the UF Phillips Center. Dance Alive National Ballet presents the timeless holiday tale told through enchanting music by Tchaikovsky and stunning choreography. Join Clara...

Free

Florida Volleyball vs. UCF

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

The Florida Gators Volleyball team takes on the UCF Knights Saturday, November 23rd at 4:30 pm! The first 500 Gators fans in attendance will receive a FREE $5 concession voucher! You don’t want to miss this showdown! Get your tickets today at Floridagators.com/tickets See you, only in the O’Dome!

$7

Classic Rock with Couch Messiah’s

SweetBerries Eatery and Frozen Custard 619 NW 5th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, United States

Local favorite band the Couch Messiah's are playing at Sweet Berries Eatery and Frozen Custard on Saturday November the 23rd. Live music will be from 5-7 PM on the outdoor patio. Full Menu available as well as beer!

Free

Light the Tree

Celebration Pointe 3528 SW 45th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

“Light the Tree” at Celebration Pointe

Holiday Dishes à la Cross Creek

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

Sample Recipes Inspired by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings at Holiday Dishes à la Cross Creek The 1930s homestead of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Majorie Kinnan Rawlings is preserved as it was when she lived there. The National Historic Landmark hosts guided tours inside the farmhouse Thursday through Sunday. On Sunday, November 24,...

Piano Sonata/Sonatina Winners’ Recital

The Historic Thomas Center 306 NE 6th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Piano Sonata/Sonatina Winners’ Recital at The Historic Thomas Center

An Evening with Lemony Snicket: Daniel Handler in Person

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

Join an unforgettable evening with the one and only Daniel Handler, also known as Lemony Snicket. Handler’s incredible body of work spans a huge variety of genres and age groups. His works include the beloved children’s books A Series of Unfortunate Events, adult works such as The Basic Eight, a...

$10 – $15

Florida Museum members receive holiday discounts Nov. 26-Dec. 17

Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United States

Florida Museum members can enjoy special cheer this holiday season! Associates and curators society members receive a 20% discount in the museum gift shop Nov. 26 through Dec. 17. For more information, visit www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/event/holiday-sale.

ACR Night

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

ACR Night at Swamp Head Brewery is the ultimate pregame to your Thanksgiving plans and the perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends. Whether you're returning to town or welcoming friends and family to Gainesville for the holiday, if you're ready to throw down with live music and plenty...

Free

2024 Turkey Trot Trail 5K & 10K

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

This year we are once again partnering with Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary to host our 5k & 10k trail race on Thanksgiving Day. Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 non-profit that was founded in 2016 by Chris and Erin Amerman. Their driving mission is to promote compassion for farm...

Event Series Thanksgiving Wildlife Tours

Thanksgiving Wildlife Tours

Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation 8528 E. COUNTY ROAD 225, Gainesville, FL, United States

View Rare Animals on Thanksgiving Tours at Carson Springs Wildlife Get outdoors and add a walking tour through Carson Springs Wildlife to your holiday weekend. Carson Springs is home to 30 rare and endangered species and over 100 animals. Guided by professional zoologists, tours include big cat feedings and up-close...

A Blackadder Black Friday!

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

It's time once again for the annual bottle release of Hildegard of Bingen. Friday, November 29, 2024 Brewed without hops, this ale (Gruit) is bittered with herbs: Marsh Rosemary/Sweet Gale/Meadowsweet/Yarrow/Elderflower/Juniper Berries/Hibiscus. Come early, they'll go fast! It wouldn't be Black Friday without a deal or savings? Save 20% off all...

Event Series Craft Festival 2024

Craft Festival 2024

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

The Stephen C. O'Connell Center is excited to host the Craft Festival on Saturday, November 30th from 10am - 5pm and Sunday, December 1st from 10am - 5pm. Our Craft Festival is an annual event that showcases crafts that are authentically made by talented artisans and crafters. The Craft Festival...

$6

Geekfest

Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Comics, Cards, Gaming, Cosplay Contest and More at Geekfest Invades Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza

Gainesville Garden Club Holiday Market

Gainesville Garden Club 1350 NW 75th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Explore a festive holiday event featuring a variety of craft vendors with unique handmade goods, seasonal decorations, and treats. Stroll through holiday booths and enjoy a warm cup of hot cocoa from the cozy hot chocolate station while soaking in the seasonal cheer. Perfect for finding gifts, decorations, or simply...

Free

Backyard Birds

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Almost 400 birds have been found in Alachua County. Where are these birds? State parks, preserves, nature centers? Would you believe that more than 100 of those birds have been found in the backyards of Gainesville? This presentation by Danielle Zukowski of the Alachua Audubon Society will introduce you to...

Free

An Evening with David Sedaris

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

David Sedaris will catch you off guard with his irreverent laugh-out-loud storytelling. His distinctively gentle and sardonic voice is instantly recognized by anyone who has tuned into his classic Santaland Diaries, broadcast on NPR each holiday season. A GRAMMY®-nominated radio contributor, his autobiographical essays are written for the listener as much as...

$12 – $55