Spring Plant Sale

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

Browse 100 species of difficult-to-find and pollinator-friendly plants at the Florida Museum of Natural History Spring Plant Sale  at the University of Florida Cultural Plaza. Accent, host, native and nectar plants are available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Florida Museum’s educational programming. While the museum is currently closed for...

Florida State Championship – Last Chance Qualifying Rounds

High Springs BMX NW 2 St, High Springs, FL, United States

Join High Springs BMX from April 12-13 as the best BMX racers in Florida head to High Springs BMX for the last chances to qualify for the state championship. Racers compete each day for the last chance points before the state championship held in Orlando in May. Racing is for...

Free

Wombash 25 at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Wombash 25 is the birthday celebration for local radio station WMBT 90.1FM. The event will take place at First Magnitude on Friday April 11th starting at 6pm. The night starts with an acoustic set with Ricky, Michael and Maggie. Music continues with Ceramicats, Trustfall, Harber Wynn and Madwoman. Sooza will...

Free

Wine & Cheese with Easy Crew at Serpentine

Serpentine 209 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Friday April 11 at 7pm 🎵 🍷 🧀 WINE AND CHEESE 🧀 🍷 🎵 🎵 featuring Chill Reggae Vibes by 🎵 🎵 🎵 🎵 EASY CREW 352 🎵 🎵 🎵 🧀 Optional $10 Cheese Tasting by 🧀 🧀 🧀 🧀 THE SALTY COW 🧀 🧀 🧀 🍷 Optional $15 Natural...

UpStage with Birth of the Cool

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

Follow these ambassadors of jazz on a toe-tapping expedition through the iconic era of jazz in an exploration of the late Miles Davis and trumpet greats like Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan, and Clark Terry. Kick back while these top-shelf musicians serve as your guides, bringing to life the sophisticated sounds...

Big: Culture and Arts Festival 2025

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

Step right up to the highly anticipated Big: Culture & Arts Festival. The third annual celebration unites Florida’s vibrant creative communities in downtown Gainesville. Taking place between the Porters Quarters community and South Main Street, Big: Culture & Arts Festival promises an unforgettable experience packed with music, art, and interactive entertainment...

UF Health Healthy Heroes Day at UF Health Professional Park

UF Health Professional Park 3300 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, United States

Formerly known as the UF Health Bike Rodeo. Join UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital, the University of Florida Police Department, Safe Kids North Central Florida and several community partners to learn how to help keep your child safe and healthy through a variety of hands-on learning experiences and safety demonstrations....

Free

Gainesville Asian Festival at Bo Diddley Plaza

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

Celebrate the start of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with the City of Gainesville at the 2nd Annual Gainesville Asian Festival. The event features a captivating schedule of performances, food trucks, craft vendors, and tabling organizations. As you journey through the festival, collect stamps from our booths to...

Free

Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival

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

Find inspiration and browse artist booths at the Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival.  The Spring Arts Festival illuminates, inspires and enriches lives through diverse expressions of the arts. The festival spotlights talented artists and stunning artwork, fosters emerging talent, and inspires future generations. This two-day festival includes experiences that...

Free

Bat Appreciation Day at Blackadder Brewing Company

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

Celebrate All Things Bats with Lubee Bat Conservancy at the 8th Annual Bat Appreciation Day. 🦇 Chat with Bat & Bat House Experts and MEET our amazing Education Ambassadors! 🎨 Get crafty with bat-inspired activities and crafts for all ages. 🛍️ Browse unique finds from local vendors. 🍴 Savor delicious...

Hoggtowne Bronze Benefit Concert at the Matheson History Museum

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

Join Hoggtowne Bronze for a free, benefit concert on the front lawn of the Matheson House in support of the Matheson House Rehabilitation Project. Hoggtowne Bronze is an advanced community ensemble, utilizing English handbells to bring you music ranging from orchestral, to classical rock, and even jazz and blues! You’ll...

Free

Gators Football Orange and Blue Game

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a game day atmosphere in The Swamp at the annual Gators Football Orange and Blue Game. Additional athletic events during Orange and Blue Weekend include the Gators Baseball series versus Missouri (April 10-12) and Gators Women's Tennis versus LSU (April 11, free admission) and Ole Miss (April 13, free...

Homegrown: ART of Adaptation Local Playwright’s Festival

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

See staged readings of the finalists for this year's Homegrown Local Playwright's Festival at The Acrosstown Repertory Theatre. This year, Acrosstown asked playwrights to take an existing novel, short story, movie, song, video game, or other creative work to expand on in their play. Pay what you can - a...

Roots Music with The Jasper Smitty Band at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Jasper Smitty, Florida native returning home after almost two decades in the Crescent City of New Orleans is bringing along his band to give you all the feels while recording a live album at Heartwood Soundstage. Come enjoy a sweet southern mix of Soul, Blues, Jazz, New Orleans Funk and...

$18 – $25

FL Eta Phi Delta Epsilon’s 1st Annual PhiVE-K at Boulware Springs Park

Boulware Springs Park 3300 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join FL Eta Phi Delta Epsilon for the 1st annual PhiVE-K in partnership with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals! As a medical fraternity, their foundational principles include philanthropy and service. They are excited to welcome the whole community to participate, hear CMNH families' miracle stories, and enjoy many activities. Along with...

$15

Art Supply Sale at Artisans’ Guild Gallery

Artisans' Guild Gallery 224 NW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Get gently used and new art supplies at the Art Supply Sale, back by popular demand. Member artists and friends are cleaning out their studios. Browse jewelry supplies, beads, glass and glass supplies, tools, organization supplies, craft books, paper and canvas, painting supplies, molds and much more!

The Gainesville Big Band Presents: Jazz 101

Meizon Church 3411 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Learn the fundamentals of swing music at the Gainesville Big Band Jazz 101 Concert: Why Does Jazz Swing? Join the Gainesville Big Band, led by Marco Thomas, for an exciting and educational exploration of jazz music. This special Jazz 101 Concert is designed to introduce the magic of jazz to...

$15 – $20

University of Florida Wind Symphony Concert: Premieres and Old Friends

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

The UF Wind Symphony presents Premieres and Old Friends - a FREE concert featuring world premieres and timeless classics. This concert is special, celebrating Music Director David Waybright's career at UF with an Alumni Wind Symphony, made up of talented musicians from around the country. There is no need for...

Free