Butler Town Center’s Easter-Themed Celebration

Butler Town Center 3217 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Hop on over for an Easter stroll around Butler Town Center and enjoy tasty treats, entertainment and fun activities. Easter at Butler features face painting, a trackless train ride, digital treasure hunt, hair tinseling, live DJ and live music, giveaways and more. Admission is free.

Bazar À La Carte Night Market at How Bazar

How Bazar 60 SW 2nd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

With one week left until the Big Culture and Arts Festival, this is the last night market of the spring. With over 100 vendor booths, this is the largest market yet. Browse food vendors, clothing, jewelry, plants, furniture, records, art and more.

Dance Alive National Ballet presents “Romeo and Juliet”

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

Fall in love a timeless classic as Dance Alive National Ballet presents "Romeo and Juliet." The great Shakspearian tragedy is brought to life by the late Tom Pazik. The heartbreaking feud between the Capulets and Montagues results in the doomed lovers’ deaths and a sad reconciliation for the families. Family...

Rock with Rehash and 0 Miles Per Hour at Heartwood Soundstage

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

Indoor Show-Standing Room with limited seating, All Ages ⚡Rehash⚡ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/jjIer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rehash.ok TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rehash.ok Rehash is a rock band out of south Florida that started as two high schoolers making music in a bedroom. ⚡0 Miles Per Hour⚡ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bWwMb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/0milesperhourband TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@0milesperhourband 0 Miles Per Hour is...

$15 – $20

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk at First Magnitude Brewing Company

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

Go birding with the Alachua Audubon Society on the monthly bird walk starting at the brewery. Alachua Audubon Society volunteers lead the bird walk from First Magnitude Brewing to the nature trail at Depot Park. The tour returns to the brewery an hour later with plenty of time for a...

Amaryn Olmeda

Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a commanding performance with violin prodigy Amaryn Olmeda. Winner of first prize and the audience choice award at the 24th Annual Sphinx Competition, violinist Amaryn Olmeda is a rising star sought after for her bold and expressive performances as a soloist and collaborator. She won her first competition at...

Gainesville’s John Prine Music Matinee

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

Celebrate the life and music of a legendary songwriter at the first annual John Prine Music Matinee. Heartwood Soundstage hosts this special event, featuring an incredible lineup of local and regional artists performing exclusively John Prine songs. Musical acts include Mike Amish, Shiloh, Michael Claytor, Barry Sides, Ric Kaestner, Kyle...

Sliding Scale

Alexandra Robinson: A.M.E.R.I.C.A.N.A. Closing Reception at Pennant Place

Pennant Place 928 NW 21st Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Closing reception for Pennant Place show by Alexandra Robinson Free! Food and Drinks provided Plenty of street parking Artist Statement The term A.M.E.R.I.C.A.N.A. relates to the history, geography, folklore, and cultural heritage of the United States of America. Americana is any collection of materials and things concerning or characteristic of...

Free

Spring Fling Food Truck Rally at Magnolia Parke

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

One Love Cafe presents the Spring Fling Food Truck Rally. This event is dog-friendly and family-friendly. Enjoy diverse menus from a variety of food trucks and a full bar at One Love Cafe. The Big Magnolia Company entertains with blues and rock from the patio stage. Admission is free.

Line Dancing at Swamp Head Brewery

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

Wear your boots, bring your friends, and prepare for the most fun you can have on a Wednesday. Join Swamp Head Brewery for a boot scootin' good time. Instructor Lisa Spangler offers a free evening of line dancing. Lessons will be provided, and all skill levels are welcome to join.

Karaoke on the Soundstage at Community Nights

Heartwood Soundstage 619 Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States +1 more

Sing on the soundstage! Heartwood is hosting Karaoke on the Indoor Soundstage, Wednesday April 9th from 7-9pm! Walk-ins, groups and duets are welcome. Karaoke participants also get a discount at the Heartwood bar!

Free

UF Center for Arts, Migration, and Entrepreneurship Innovations Summit

UF Reitz Union 655 Reitz Union Dr., Gainesville

This dynamic and participatory gathering will bring together UF CAME’s 70+ Affiliate Faculty from across UF and a network of national and international artists, scholars, entrepreneurs, academic institutions and organizations. Registration is required online.

Santa Fe Springs Plein Air Paint Out, April 10-12

Lanza Gallery & Art Supplies 23645 W US Hwy 27, High Springs, FL, United States

See artists capture the landscape of the Santa Fe River at the Santa Fe Springs Plein Air Paintout. See 19 artists in action during public observation days, April 10-11 at Rum Island Park, Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park and O'Leno State Park. View finished work at the paintout exhibit reception,...

Pop-up Museum: Pollinators at UF Marston Science Library

Marston Science Library 398 Newell Dr, Gainesville, FL, United States

Meet the Florida Museum at Marston! They're bringing the Museum to you at the library and would love to meet you. Get ready for the summer by learning about the valuable creatures responsible for the beauty in nature. From butterflies and moths to bees and birds—and even wasps and flies—pollinators...

Bard and Broadside North Central Florida Poetry Festival, April 10-13

Multiple Locations Located in Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, United States

Join a diverse and dynamic community of artists at North Central Florida’s premier festival dedicated to the art of poetry. In honor of National Poetry Month and the Bicentennial Founding of Alachua County, this year’s theme is “Where We Live: DISCOVER 200.” Experience an exciting lineup of events across multiple...

Free

Curated Spring Dinner at Bingo Deli and Pub

Bingo Deli and Pub 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

After having so much fun during Valentine’s Day, Chef has crafted a special seasonal Spring Dinner. Welcome spring with a carefully curated multi-course dinner made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Suggestions for specialty cocktails and natural wines. Bingo Deli and Pub would love to serve you. Call, DM, or ask at...

Museum Nights: Silver Linings

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

Celebrate shared creativity and cultural expression at Museum Nights: Finding Silver Linings, featuring the acclaimed traveling exhibition "Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection."  The evening includes poetry, dance and step performances, spoken word, gallery talks, art-making activities, and informational booths hosted by UF fraternities, sororities, and campus groups. Artist-in-Residence...

Free

UpStage with Las Guaracheras

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

Las Guaracheras is a salsa band hailing from the city of Cali, Colombia, that is lifting female voices in the Afro-Latin music scene. Their music is about joy, memory, and transformation backed by vibraphone, percussion, bass, piano, and vocals. Good luck sitting still when this irresistible Latina band takes the...