WestFest Music Festival

Lois Forte Park 255 NW 260th St, Newberry, FL, United States

Tune in for a day of music and fun at WestFest 2025, a free music festival welcoming families, friends, and music lovers from across North Florida. The stage comes alive with performances by TJ Brown, Andrea Kay, Harber Wynn, and Emma Forgette & Band, offering a mix of fresh tunes...

Free

“Take This Before We Go” Exhibition at Rosa B. Williams Center

Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The University of Florida’s School of Art and Art History is thrilled to showcase the work of B.A. Studio Art seniors in the final exhibition of their undergraduate careers. On view for one evening only, this immersive group show offers the public an opportunity to experience the final work of...

Free

Stop Children’s Cancer 36th Annual Fantasy Event at UF Reitz Union

UF Reitz Union 655 Reitz Union Dr., Gainesville

Stop Children's Cancer is excited to announce its 36th Annual Fantasy Event, which will take place at the University of Florida's J. Wayne Reitz Union. The theme is Breakfast at Tiffany's: An Evening Affair. The evening includes dinner, dancing, and a silent auction. Black tie is optional. Stop Children's Cancer...

Perfessor Eddy sings the blues and more at Creek’s 19th

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

The Perfessor sings tunes from the great American (and World) songbook on his amazing Seagull 12 string guitar. From the blues to the Beatles, classic rock, folk, favorites, even country, the Creeks 19th patio is the way to enjoy a Saturday night date. There's great food, cold drinks, and friendly...

Free

Jazz with Swing Theory at One Love Cafe

One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy good food, good vibes and live music from the patio stage at One Love Cafe.

“Night on the Nile: Raqs in Bloom” Belly Dancing at Blackadder Brewing

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

Enjoy "Night on the Nile: Raqs in Bloom," a belly dancing performance at Blackadder Brewing. "Raqs" is an Arabic word that means dance. The ever-so-talented belly dancers, Najmah & Karen will be showcasing their art along with a host of other performers. The dancers will begin performing at 7PM and...

What Kinda Man Tour with Country Artist Parker McCollum

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

Experience a night of country music with award-winning country music recording artist Parker McCollum. From bursting on the scene as a 2001 breakout artist of the year, Parker McCollum has established his authentic sound in country music and Americana. The O'Connell Center hosts Parker McCollum's What Kinda Man Tour with...

$27 – $98

City Nature Challenge Bioblitz at Turkey Creek Preserve

Turkey Creek Preserve 6300 NW 93rd Ave., Gainesville, United States

Alachua County joins hundreds of other communities worldwide for a friendly competition to see who can make the most observations of plants and animals in their community. Download the free iNaturalist app today and help Alachua County capture the most photos of wildlife in the area during the challenge dates....

Free

24th Annual Equal Access Clinic 5K Race

Southwest Recreation Center 3150 Hull Rd., Gainesville, United States

The 24th Annual Equal Access Clinic 5K Race raises awareness and helps support the free clinic, prescriptions and lab work. The Equal Access Clinic Network is a network of student-run free healthcare clinics established by the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Clinics are made possible through...

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First Birthday Celebration for The Lynx

The Lynx 601 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join The Lynx for their first ever birthday party. Enjoy a day of music, treats, local vendors and more. A Banned Books Yoga session at kicks-off the day at 9 a.m. on the lawn of Heartwood Soundstage. The live music schedule includes singer-songwriter Collin Whitlock and chamber-folk with The Wirebirds....

GLAM Craft Show

Cypress & Grove Brewing Company 1001 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Sip and shop at the spring edition of the GLAM Craft Show. Browse ceramics, jewelry, artwork, fashion and more from a variety of makers and artisans displaying their work at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company. Enjoy offerings from the brewery and delicious food and drinks from lowbar. Food vendors include...

Boxcar Flea Market – Spring Spree at the Depot Event Space

The Depot Event Space 201 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, FL, United States

Boxcar Flea Market will have 20+ local vendors, as well as a DJ and a BBQ pop up. Come hang out and enjoy the spring weather, and if you need to cool down grab a drink from Boxcar Beer and Wine Garden!

Free

Foundation for the Promotion of Music Awards Recital at the Historic Thomas Center

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

The Foundation for the Promotion of Music Awards Recital will feature student winners' of the Sarah Baird Fouse Woodwind Award, William Dishman Brass Award, Dorothy Reaves String Award, and the Betsy Schnell Piano Award. The event will also honor the 2025 FPM Musician of the Year Award to UF Associate...

Free

Choral Performance of “Requiem” composed by John Rutter at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church

Abiding Savior Lutheran Church 9700 W Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a moving choral performance of Requiem by John Rutter—a lyrical, contemplative work in seven movements. Performed by Capella Nova Gainesville, an auditioned choir rehearsing weekly at Abiding Savior Church, and directed by Dr. Claire Holland. The concert features members of the Gainesville Flute Ensemble, directed by Dylan King. Sunday,...

Free

Tot Trot: Pollinators, Free Day at UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory

UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Natural Area Dr., Gainesville, United States

Get your toddler excited about science and natural history at Tot Trot. Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive nature walk. While the exhibits building is closed, they will still be exploring the natural world at the University of Florida Natural Area Teaching Lab while also sharing...

Archer Farmers Market

Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL, United States
Event Series One Love Market

One Love Market

One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

Gainesville Area Clarinet Choir Spring Concert at GFAA Gallery

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

The ensemble includes clarinets of various sizes from E-flat sopranino, B-flat soprano, alto, bass, and contra-bass. Featured selections range from classical and baroque to jazz and folk music that are arranged for full clarinet choir and small ensembles. The Gainesville Area Clarinet Choir is a multi-generational community ensemble of people...

Subsaharan Rock with Etran de L’Aïr and Rich Ruth

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

Don't miss your chance to hear authentic subsaharan rock and roll in downtown Gainesville. Etran de L’Aïr play in a pan-African style that is emblematic of their hometown, Agadez, citing a myriad of cultural influences, from Northern Malian blues, Hausa bar bands, to Congolese Soukous. Their music is rooted in...

$20