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Gainesville Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Gainesville, FL, and nearby areas.
Events take place across Gainesville throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Gainesville events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Gainesville Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Gainesville
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 116
- Sep0620268:00 PMSunConcertWeekend EventBop To The TopVivid Music Hall
32601, 201 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, US32601, 201 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, USFrom $35Avg. price ~ $63Tickets Available: 34Select Seats - Sep0920268:00 PMWedCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLFlorida Gators Women's Volleyball vs. Miami HurricanesFlorida Gators Women's Volleyball vs. Miami HurricanesExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center32603, 2020 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, US32603, 2020 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, USFrom $19Avg. price ~ $28Tickets Available: 309Select Seats
- Sep1020267:00 PMThuCOUNTRY / FOLKAoife O'DonovanHeartwood Soundstage32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, US32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, USAvg. price ~ $9704 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep112026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLFlorida Gators Women's Volleyball vs. Florida Atlantic OwlsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center32603, 2020 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, US32603, 2020 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, USFrom $14Avg. price ~ $27Tickets Available: 350Select Seats
- Sep1120268:00 PMFriTECHNO / ELECTRONICSnow StrippersHeartwood Soundstage32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, US32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, USFrom $32Avg. price ~ $3719 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1120269:00 PMFriTECHNO / ELECTRONICAYYBOVivid Music Hall32601, 201 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, US32601, 201 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, USFrom $72Avg. price ~ $8422 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1220265:30 PMSatCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLHigh DemandWeekend EventFlorida Gators vs. Campbell Fighting CamelsBen Hill Griffin Stadium • 90916 seatsBen Hill Griffin Stadium32601, 157 Gale Lemerand Drive Gainesville, FL, US32601, 157 Gale Lemerand Drive Gainesville, FL, USFrom $17Avg. price ~ $125Tickets Available: 1980Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Sep132026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLWeekend EventFlorida Gators Women's Volleyball vs. Troy TrojansExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center32603, 2020 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, US32603, 2020 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, USFrom $15Avg. price ~ $26Tickets Available: 351Select Seats
- Sep1320266:00 PMSunCOUNTRY / FOLKWeekend EventKim LeCouteurHeartwood Soundstage32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, US32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, USFrom $41Avg. price ~ $474 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1620267:00 PMWedALTERNATIVEOld MervsHeartwood Soundstage32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, US32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, USFrom $32Avg. price ~ $49Tickets Available: 38Select Seats
- Sep182026Time TBAStreet Car TakeoverGainesville Raceway32606, 11211 N. County Rd. 225 Gainesville, FL, US32606, 11211 N. County Rd. 225 Gainesville, FL, USFrom $81Avg. price ~ $944 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep192026Time TBAAutoWeekend EventStreet Car TakeoverGainesville Raceway32606, 11211 N. County Rd. 225 Gainesville, FL, US32606, 11211 N. County Rd. 225 Gainesville, FL, USFrom $81Avg. price ~ $944 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1920263:00 PMSatFESTIVAL / TOURWeekend EventNorth Central Florida Blues FestivalHeartwood Soundstage32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, US32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, USFrom $71Avg. price ~ $108Tickets Available: 35Select Seats
- Sep2020263:00 PMSunCOMEDYWeekend EventThe UnteachablesHeartwood Soundstage32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, US32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, USFrom $33Avg. price ~ $53Tickets Available: 30Select Seats
- Sep232026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLBest ValueFlorida Gators Women's Volleyball vs. Jacksonville DolphinsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center32603, 2020 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, US32603, 2020 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, USFrom $8Avg. price ~ $25Tickets Available: 348Select Seats
- Sep2420268:00 PMThuALTERNATIVEINOHAThe Wooly - FL32601, 20 N Main St Gainesville, FL, US32601, 20 N Main St Gainesville, FL, USFrom $53Avg. price ~ $6119 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep262026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLWeekend EventFlorida Gators vs. Mississippi RebelsBen Hill Griffin Stadium • 90916 seatsBen Hill Griffin Stadium32601, 157 Gale Lemerand Drive Gainesville, FL, US32601, 157 Gale Lemerand Drive Gainesville, FL, USFrom $130Avg. price ~ $343Tickets Available: 1826Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Sep2620266:00 PMSatPOP / ROCKWeekend EventPierre BensusanHeartwood Soundstage32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, US32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, USFrom $34Avg. price ~ $4725 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep2720267:00 PMSunALTERNATIVEWeekend EventThe Cold StaresHeartwood Soundstage32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, US32601, 619 S Main St. Gainesville, FL, USFrom $31Avg. price ~ $47Tickets Available: 38Select Seats
- Oct0120268:00 PMThuALTERNATIVEThe BethsVivid Music Hall32601, 201 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, US32601, 201 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL, USFrom $41Avg. price ~ $5422 tickets remaining!Select Seats
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Gainesville Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
January
Events in January 2027
February
Events in February 2027
March
Events in March 2027
April
Events in April 2027
May
Events in May 2027
June
Events in June 2027
July
Events in July 2027
August
Events in August 2027
September
This Month
Events in September 2026
October
Events in October 2026
November
Events in November 2026
December
Events in December 2026
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Gainesville events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Gainesville. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Venues Hosting Events in 2026
Explore Gainesville venues where concerts, shows, sports, and live events take place throughout the year.
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Gainesville, FL
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 5
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Blackadder Brewing Company
Gainesville, FL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Curtis Phillips Center For The Performing Arts
Gainesville, FL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 14
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Exactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center
Gainesville, FL
Arena
Upcoming Events: 38
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Gainesville Raceway
Gainesville, FL
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 7
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Heartwood Soundstage
Gainesville, FL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 17
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Martin Luther King Jr Recreation Center
Gainesville, FL
Arena
Upcoming Events: 1
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Outdoor Stage at Heartwood Soundstage
Gainesville, FL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 2
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The Wooly - FL
Gainesville, FL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 6
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UpStage at the Curtis Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
Gainesville, FL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 18
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Vivid Music Hall
Gainesville, FL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 7
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04 Center
Austin, TX
Arena
Upcoming Events: 25
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1 Memphis Street Event Venue
Hernando, MS
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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1015 Folsom Nightclub
San Francisco, CA
Nightclub
Upcoming Events: 8
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10921 E Crystal Falls Pkwy
Leander, TX
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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10th District Brewing Company
Abington, MA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 2
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11:11
El Paso, TX
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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1175 Sports Park & Eatery
Kansasville, WI
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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118 North
Wayne, PA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 10
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11th Street Cowboy Bar
Bandera, TX
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Gainesville venues range from large arenas and stadiums to theaters and intimate showrooms. Each venue hosts a rotating schedule of concerts, shows, sports events, and live performances throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Gainesville right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Gainesville rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Gainesville?
Yeah — Gainesville doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Gainesville?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Gainesville, FL. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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