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

Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society on a walk through the park. Identify the wide variety of local wetland and migratory birds in a premier birding hotspot. Walks are free with park admission fee ($5/vehicle) and are offered every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. though the end of May. Birders...

Open House at Florida School of Massage

Florida School of Massage 6421 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Explore the community, learn about the massage program, and enjoy a free chair massage at the Open House. Join the Florida School of Massage and discover what makes this program special. Learn about admissions, work-study, scholarships, GI Bill benefits, and financial aid options. Save your spot, click here to RSVP.

Free

Mean Girls Jr. at Lincoln Middle School

Lincoln Middle School 1001 SE 12th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The award winning Troupe 88521 performs in this family-friendly musical edition of the comedy classic, Mean Girls. You will NOT be disappointed! Fetch your tickets online or at the door!

$10

Grammy Nominated Drummer Nate Smith with Kiefer CARRTOONS and Levek

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

Get in the pocket with drummer, composter and producer Nate Smith. His visceral, instinctive, and deep-rooted style of drumming has led to Grammy Award nominations and work with esteemed artists, including Pat Metheny, Dave Holland, Brittany Howard, Van Hunt, The Fearless Flyers, Norah Jones and Somi. Nate Smith fuses his...

$25

Astronomy on Tap GNV at Swamp Head Brewery

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

Astronomy on Tap is an international organization focused on providing free, accessible, and fun public lectures from local astronomers. This event features three public lectures about astronomy, plus trivia. Enjoy some brews and learn about the universe!

Free