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October

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Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents Songs for a New World

It's about one moment. It's about hitting the wall and having to make a choice... or take a stand... or ...

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents Songs for a New World

It's about one moment. It's about hitting the wall and having to make a choice... or take a stand... or ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

Join James Albury, host of “The Sky Above Us” and former co-host of the PBS TV Show “Star Gazers” as ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beyoncé

As one of the most awarded and best-selling artists of all time, Beyoncé is acclaimed for her thrilling vocals, videos ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: DINOSAURS A Story of Survival

Like almost all children, Celeste is fascinated with dinosaurs. She is preparing a talk for her class about how they ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beatles

From their beginnings revolutionizing rock n roll, to their psychedelic era, Laser Beatles visualizes The Beatles’ music with energy and ...

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents Songs for a New World

It's about one moment. It's about hitting the wall and having to make a choice... or take a stand... or ...

Haven Homeschoolers: The Lost Boys of Sudan-A Story of Hope

Join us as Dr. Jacob Atem, one of the original Lost Boys of Sudan, shares his powerful story of overcoming ...

Brazil Night at Heartwood Soundstage

Join us for Brazil Night on the porch at Heartwood Soundstage featuring: Acoustic jams on the porch by Floresamba Brazilian food from ...

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch: Micanopy Children's Movie Matinee

The Micanopy Branch Library is hosting a movie matinee for kids and tweens every Wednesday at 3 pm! Join us ...

Santa Fe College presents Terra Nova by Ted Tally

Terra Nova by Ted Tally is a gripping drama that brings to life the legendary 1910-1912 expedition of British explorer ...

Campus USA Credit Union Movie on the Lawn Event

CANCELLED! CAMPUS USA Credit Union presents the 15th Annual Movie on the Lawn! Bring the family and enjoy a movie ...

Santa Fe College presents Terra Nova by Ted Tally

Terra Nova by Ted Tally is a gripping drama that brings to life the legendary 1910-1912 expedition of British explorer ...

Tioga Concert Night - 352 Experience

Join us at Tioga Town Center for our Live Music Concert Series, and enjoy live music under the stars from ...

North Florida Rocktoberfest

The 2026 North Central Florida Rocktoberfest: Battle of the Bands is officially FULL, and every competing band has now been ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Halloween

Get ready for a spooktacular experience like no other! Laser Halloween is a mesmerizing laser light show that will cast ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: DINOSAURS A Story of Survival

Like almost all children, Celeste is fascinated with dinosaurs. She is preparing a talk for her class about how they ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beatles

From their beginnings revolutionizing rock n roll, to their psychedelic era, Laser Beatles visualizes The Beatles’ music with energy and ...

Jazz on the Green at Celebration Pointe

Enjoy some smooth sounds of our talented musicians the second Saturday of each month for Jazz on the Green. Grab ...

Gainesville Big Band presents Jazztober

The Gainesville Big Band kicks off their 2026-2027 concert season with Jazztober! Featuring big band standards and vocals.

Plays in the Park: Turn of the 20th Century – Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Samantha’s play highlights the social changes of the early 1900s. Attendees can enjoy a ragtime band and a cross-stitch activity, as ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beyoncé

As one of the most awarded and best-selling artists of all time, Beyoncé is acclaimed for her thrilling vocals, videos ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Bowie

Laser Bowie celebrates the musical legacy of the enigmatic chameleon of music David Bowie. Enjoy the glam and spectacle of ...

UF Performing Arts presents The President's Own - United States Marine Band

The Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization. Founded in 1798, the band has performed for every ...

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch: Micanopy Children's Movie Matinee

The Micanopy Branch Library is hosting a movie matinee for kids and tweens every Wednesday at 3 pm! Join us ...

P.K. Yonge Presents Clue - High School Edition

It’s a dark and stormy night, and six mysterious guests have gathered at a secluded mansion—each with a secret, a ...

Eastside High School presents Hadestown: Teen Edition

Blending folk, jazz, blues, and contemporary musical theatre, Hadestown: Teen Edition follows two intertwining stories: young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, ...

Santa Fe College Winds and Classics

The SF Winds will perform classical works by some of the most prolific composers from the 19th and 20th centuries. ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Disenchanted!-Preview

Poisoned apples. Glass slippers. Who needs ’em?! Not Snow White and her posse of disenchanted princesses in the hilarious hit ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: There will be a $10 preview performance on Thursday, October 15th, at 8PM.
  • Website: www.acrosstown.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

P.K. Yonge Presents Clue - High School Edition

It’s a dark and stormy night, and six mysterious guests have gathered at a secluded mansion—each with a secret, a ...

Pitch Perfect at the Pointe

Friday Night Karaoke: Pitch Perfect at the Pointe! Warm up those vocal cords and grab the mic! Join us the third ...

St Patrick Catholic Church: Third Friday Concert Series

We’re excited to announce our 2026/2027 Third Friday Concert Series! We’re looking forward to another fantastic year of live music and ...

Eastside High School presents Hadestown: Teen Edition

Blending folk, jazz, blues, and contemporary musical theatre, Hadestown: Teen Edition follows two intertwining stories: young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

Join James Albury, host of “The Sky Above Us” and former co-host of the PBS TV Show “Star Gazers” as ...

International Car Show at Butler Town Center

Calling all automotive and motorcycle enthusiasts! Save the date for the Sixth Annual International Car Show Hosted By Butler on ...

Rum 138 Fungi Fest

Rum 138 Fungi Fest 2026–RUM 138's 5th annual North Florida Fungi Fest– will be held on Saturday October 17th and ...

P.K. Yonge Presents Clue - High School Edition

It’s a dark and stormy night, and six mysterious guests have gathered at a secluded mansion—each with a secret, a ...

Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Next Generation: A Dream in Motion

Two performances & tours on October 17th & 31st at 2 PM A Dream In Motion……A 2 For One at No ...

Gainesville POPS Fall Concert

Join us on Saturday, October 17th at 3:00 pm at the Rock of Gainesville in Gainesville, FL, for our Fall ...

Rum 138 Fungi Fest

Rum 138 Fungi Fest 2026–RUM 138's 5th annual North Florida Fungi Fest– will be held on Saturday October 17th and ...

Danscompany of Gainesville Thriller Dance Performance and The AUK Fall Fest Market

Join us for this year's Fall Fest + Market featuring a macabre of Halloween dances & Thriller Performance with zombies ...

Eastside High School presents Hadestown: Teen Edition

Blending folk, jazz, blues, and contemporary musical theatre, Hadestown: Teen Edition follows two intertwining stories: young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Disenchanted!

Poisoned apples. Glass slippers. Who needs ’em?! Not Snow White and her posse of disenchanted princesses in the hilarious hit ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
  • Website: www.acrosstown.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Studio Ghibli Fest Spirited Away

Oct 17-21 Winner of the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature, Hayao Miyazaki‘s wondrous fantasy adventure is a dazzling masterpiece from ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Spirited Away

Oct 17-21 Winner of the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature, Hayao Miyazaki‘s wondrous fantasy adventure is a dazzling masterpiece from ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Spirited Away

Oct 17-21 Winner of the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature, Hayao Miyazaki‘s wondrous fantasy adventure is a dazzling masterpiece from ...

Lincoln Middle School presents Crucial-The Musical Comedy

Come see the world premiere of Crucical! Performed by the Lincoln Middle School thespians (one of the top programs in ...

Gainesville Flute Ensemble: The Music of Spooky Flutes

We’re excited to share that the Gainesville Flute Ensemble will be holding their opening concert of the 2026–2027 season right ...

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch: Micanopy Children's Movie Matinee

The Micanopy Branch Library is hosting a movie matinee for kids and tweens every Wednesday at 3 pm! Join us ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Spirited Away

Oct 17-21 Winner of the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature, Hayao Miyazaki‘s wondrous fantasy adventure is a dazzling masterpiece from ...

Lincoln Middle School presents Crucial-The Musical Comedy

Come see the world premiere of Crucical! Performed by the Lincoln Middle School thespians (one of the top programs in ...

UF School of Music: Symphonic Band Concert

Symphonic Band’s second concert of the season.

The Fest Kick Off at Bo Diddley Plaza

October 23-25, 2026! THE FEST is an independent multiple-day, multiple-venue underground music festival held annually in Gainesville, Florida. Bo Diddley ...

Deep Creek Folk Fest & Market

Join us for our first Deep Creek Folk Fest! We are excited to host a full weekend of family fun ...

Eastside High School presents Hadestown: Teen Edition

Blending folk, jazz, blues, and contemporary musical theatre, Hadestown: Teen Edition follows two intertwining stories: young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, ...

UF School of Music: Wind Symphony Concert

Wind Symphony’s second concert of the season. Program University of Florida Wind Symphony: Made in America Dr. Archie G. Birkner IV, conductor Works by ...

UF Performing Arts presents RUBBERBAND – Vic’s Mix

Sponsored by : Dr. and Mrs. Edward Prokop | Edward and Joanne Block Montreal’s RUBBERBAND puts on a performance equal parts ...

Deep Creek Folk Fest & Market

Join us for our first Deep Creek Folk Fest! We are excited to host a full weekend of family fun ...

Playlist at Celebration Pointe

Join us at the Promenade for a music event that offers an eclectic mix of music from a variety of ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

Join James Albury, host of “The Sky Above Us” and former co-host of the PBS TV Show “Star Gazers” as ...

Eastside High School presents Hadestown: Teen Edition

Blending folk, jazz, blues, and contemporary musical theatre, Hadestown: Teen Edition follows two intertwining stories: young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, ...

Loomis Bros. Circus

Step into a world of wonder when Loomis Bros. Circus comes to our new location in the Tri-County area to ...

  • 7:30 pm
  • Location: Suwannee River Fair Pavilion 17851 NW 90th Ave. Fanning Springs, FL 32693
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Deep Creek Folk Fest & Market

Join us for our first Deep Creek Folk Fest & Market! We are excited to host a full weekend of ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch Spooky Chimes: DIY Windchimes

Creating a spooky wind chime from recycled soda cans is a fun and eco-friendly way to add some Halloween charm ...

FEST Kids Party

FEST Kids Party outside at The Bull on October 24! Come dance, sing, and have fun with us! Featuring Mr. Tim ...

Loomis Bros. Circus

Step into a world of wonder when Loomis Bros. Circus comes to our new location in the Tri-County area to ...

  • 1:30 pm
  • Location: Suwannee River Fair Pavilion 17851 NW 90th Ave. Fanning Springs, FL 32693
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Eastside High School presents Hadestown: Teen Edition

Blending folk, jazz, blues, and contemporary musical theatre, Hadestown: Teen Edition follows two intertwining stories: young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Disenchanted!

Poisoned apples. Glass slippers. Who needs ’em?! Not Snow White and her posse of disenchanted princesses in the hilarious hit ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
  • Website: www.acrosstown.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Loomis Bros. Circus

Step into a world of wonder when Loomis Bros. Circus comes to our new location in the Tri-County area to ...

  • 3:00 pm
  • Location: Suwannee River Fair Pavilion 17851 NW 90th Ave. Fanning Springs, FL 32693
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Halloween

Get ready for a spooktacular experience like no other! Laser Halloween is a mesmerizing laser light show that will cast ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Prince

Prince, the enigmatic flamboyant musical virtuoso from Minneapolis reshaped the music scene. His imaginative music blends funk, rock, R&B, new ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Gaga

With her meteoric rise to fame, Lady Gaga is undeniable force in modern music and entertainment. Experience some excitement and ...

UF School of Music presents Campus to Community: UF School of Music Students in Recital

Join us for Campus to Community: UF School of Music Students in Recital. This free concert series brings the talents ...

  • 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: First Presbyterian Church 106 SW 3rd St Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: arts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Lincoln Middle School presents Crucial-The Musical Comedy

Come see the world premiere of Crucical! Performed by the Lincoln Middle School thespians (one of the top programs in ...

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch: Micanopy Children's Movie Matinee

The Micanopy Branch Library is hosting a movie matinee for kids and tweens every Wednesday at 3 pm! Join us ...

Lincoln Middle School presents Crucial-The Musical Comedy

Come see the world premiere of Crucical! Performed by the Lincoln Middle School thespians (one of the top programs in ...

Newberry Firehouse Art Gallery: Youth Art Open House

Winners have been notified, and we’re ready to celebrate ALL of our amazing participants at the Newberry Firehouse Art Gallery! Artists ...

Hocus Pocus & Hooves-Halloween Movie Night at Bristol Oaks

A little Hocus Pocus, a whole lot of farm fun! Let the kids wear their Halloween costumes a day early and ...

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: 1800 State Road 100, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: $7 per person | $25 Family 4-Pack, Children 2 & under are FREE. Advance tickets only!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

Join James Albury, host of “The Sky Above Us” and former co-host of the PBS TV Show “Star Gazers” as ...

UF Carillon Annual Halloween Spooktacular

Members of the UF organ and carillon studios present a Halloween-themed program. The event will begin in the University Auditorium ...

Gainesville Orchestra presents Revolution

The Gainesville Orchestra with Evans Haile presents: Revolution! Erocia! Beethoven's powerful, groundbreaking testament to Romantic ideals is paired with Finnish ...

UF School of Music presents: UF Trombone Day

UF Trombone Day with guest artist Megan Boutin and host Dr. Jemmie Robertson. Schedule 10:00 a.m. Group Warmup, MUB 101 10:30 a.m. Participant Ensemble Rehearsal, ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Music Building Room 101 (MUB 101) 435 Newell Dr., Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: arts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Next Generation: A Dream in Motion

Two performances & tours on October 17th & 31st at 2 PM A Dream In Motion……A 2 For One at No ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Halloween

Get ready for a spooktacular experience like no other! Laser Halloween is a mesmerizing laser light show that will cast ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beatles

From their beginnings revolutionizing rock n roll, to their psychedelic era, Laser Beatles visualizes The Beatles’ music with energy and ...

Church of Christ 39th Ave: Halloween Trunk or Treat & Movie Night

FREE Halloween Movie Night with free popcorn. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. 4 pm-5:30 pm: Toy Story of Terror Intermission in ...