December 2026 features concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across Gainesville and nearby FL areas. Major arenas, theaters, clubs, and entertainment venues continue to update their schedules throughout the month.
Gainesville Events December 2026
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- Dec0120269:30 PMTueCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLHigh DemandFlorida Gators vs. Duke Blue DevilsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center
2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, US2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, USFrom $301Avg Ticket Price: ~ $662Tickets Available: 100Select SeatsVIP Packages - Dec0220265:00 PMWedCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLBest ValueFlorida Gators Women's Basketball vs. Miami HurricanesExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, US2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, USFrom $15Avg Ticket Price: ~ $23Tickets Available: 426Select Seats
- Dec0220267:00 PMWedALTERNATIVEMama's BrokeHeartwood Soundstage619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, US619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, USFrom $29Avg Ticket Price: ~ $63Tickets Available: 38Select Seats
- Dec0320267:00 PMThuPOP / ROCKWill HogeHeartwood Soundstage619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, US619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, USFrom $55Avg Ticket Price: ~ $76Tickets Available: 34Select Seats
- Dec0320267:30 PMThuConcertKings ReturnUpStage at the Curtis Phillips Center for the Performing Arts3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, US3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, USFrom $53Avg Ticket Price: ~ $72Tickets Available: 42Select Seats
- Dec0320268:30 PMThuCandlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons TributeHippodrome State Theatre25 SE 2nd PL, Gainesville, FL 32601, US25 SE 2nd PL, Gainesville, FL 32601, USFrom $81Avg Ticket Price: ~ $143Tickets Available: 38Select Seats
- Dec062026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLBest ValueWeekend EventFlorida Gators Women's Basketball vs. North Florida OspreysExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, US2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, USFrom $14Avg Ticket Price: ~ $20Tickets Available: 305Select Seats
- Dec06202612:00 PMSunCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLWeekend EventFlorida Gators vs. Vermont CatamountsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, US2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, USFrom $17Avg Ticket Price: ~ $68Tickets Available: 330Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Dec0620267:00 PMSunCOUNTRY / FOLKWeekend EventHayden CoffmanHeartwood Soundstage619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, US619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, USFrom $21Avg Ticket Price: ~ $32Tickets Available: 34Select Seats
- Dec0620268:00 PMSunCOMEDYWeekend EventZane LampreyBlackadder Brewing Company618 NW 60th St, Gainesville, FL 32607, US618 NW 60th St, Gainesville, FL 32607, USFrom $40Avg Ticket Price: ~ $58Tickets Available: 43Select Seats
- Dec1020267:00 PMThuBLUEGRASSJohn Cowan TrioHeartwood Soundstage619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, US619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, USFrom $68Avg Ticket Price: ~ $7916 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Dec1420266:00 PMMonCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLBest ValueFlorida Gators Women's Basketball vs. Bethune-Cookman WildcatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, US2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, USFrom $14Avg Ticket Price: ~ $23Tickets Available: 454Select Seats
- Dec1720266:00 PMThuCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLBest ValueFlorida Gators Women's Basketball vs. Norfolk State SpartansExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, US2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, USFrom $14Avg Ticket Price: ~ $23Tickets Available: 461Select Seats
- Dec1820267:30 PMFriBALLETDance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker With The Ocala Symphony OrchestraCurtis Phillips Center For The Performing Arts315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, US315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, USFrom $57Avg Ticket Price: ~ $107Tickets Available: 120Select Seats
- Dec1920262:00 PMSatBALLETWeekend EventDance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker With The Ocala Symphony OrchestraCurtis Phillips Center For The Performing Arts315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, US315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, USFrom $69Avg Ticket Price: ~ $125Tickets Available: 109Select Seats
- Dec1920264:00 PMSatBALLETWeekend EventDance Alive National Ballet: Class with ClaraCurtis Phillips Center For The Performing Arts315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, US315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, USFrom $205Avg Ticket Price: ~ $51214 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Dec1920267:30 PMSatBALLETWeekend EventDance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker With The Ocala Symphony OrchestraCurtis Phillips Center For The Performing Arts315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, US315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, USFrom $75Avg Ticket Price: ~ $100Tickets Available: 75Select Seats
- Dec20202612:00 PMSunCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLBest ValueWeekend EventFlorida Gators Women's Basketball vs. Charleston Southern BuccaneersExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center • 12000 seatsExactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, US2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, USFrom $14Avg Ticket Price: ~ $23Tickets Available: 465Select Seats
- Dec2020262:00 PMSunBALLETWeekend EventDance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker With The Ocala Symphony OrchestraCurtis Phillips Center For The Performing Arts315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, US315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, USFrom $75Avg Ticket Price: ~ $130Tickets Available: 91Select Seats
- Dec2020264:00 PMSunBALLETWeekend EventDance Alive National Ballet: Class with ClaraCurtis Phillips Center For The Performing Arts315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, US315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, USFrom $205Avg Ticket Price: ~ $51214 tickets remaining!Select Seats
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Florida Gators Basketball
2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603
Event Dates 29
Dec 01, 2026 9:30 PM
Florida Gators Women's Basketball
2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603
Event Dates 26
Dec 02, 2026 5:00 PM
Mama's Broke
619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601
Event Dates 7
Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM
Will Hoge
619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601
Event Dates 1
Dec 03, 2026 7:00 PM
Kings Return
3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
Event Dates 4
Dec 03, 2026 7:30 PM
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Tribute
25 SE 2nd PL, Gainesville, FL 32601
Event Dates 69
Dec 03, 2026 8:30 PM
Hayden Coffman
619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601
Event Dates 5
Dec 06, 2026 7:00 PM
Zane Lamprey
618 NW 60th St, Gainesville, FL 32607
Event Dates 9
Dec 06, 2026 8:00 PM
John Cowan Trio
619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601
Event Dates 2
Dec 10, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
Event Dates 1844
Dec 18, 2026 7:30 PM
Class with Clara
315 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
Event Dates 2
Dec 19, 2026 4:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Gainesville events, venues, schedules, and live entertainment.
What events are happening in Gainesville during December 2026?
Gainesville hosts concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment throughout December 2026.
Where can I find Gainesville events by date?
Use the monthly event calendar and date filters to browse concerts, sports events, comedy shows, and live performances happening across Gainesville.
Are concerts happening in Gainesville during December 2026?
Yes. Concert schedules include touring artists, arena shows, local performances, music festivals, and live entertainment events throughout Gainesville and nearby FL areas.
What are the top event venues in Gainesville?
Popular venues include arenas, theaters, comedy clubs, stadiums, music halls, and entertainment venues located across Gainesville and nearby areas.
Do event prices change during December 2026?
Yes. Event prices can change based on demand, seating location, performer popularity, venue size, and event date.
Are there weekend events in Gainesville?
Yes. Weekends are usually the busiest time for concerts, sports games, comedy shows, festivals, and major live entertainment events across Gainesville.
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