VegFest, a celebration of a healthy, sustainable and compassionate lifestyle, will return due to high demand Saturday at Depot Park.
Downtown Gainesville might give New Orleans a run for its money Thursday and Friday.
FEST Wrestling is a showcase for the vibrant independent professional wrestling community that strives for inclusivity above all and a place where, sometimes, people get hit with chairs.
Local experimental indie-electronic duo King Complex released a new music video for their popular song “Pulling Strings” Thursday on YouTube.
After seven consecutive years, Neon Liger’s exclusive dance parties reached icon status within the Gainesville community. They not only created a safe space for marginalized citizens but also a home for many up-and-coming DJs and electronic music fans.
David Ballard said Black History Month is celebrated in many ways over many years.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year.
Saturday brings an evening of dynamic jazz with an edge of rock as performers Dynamo and Electric Kif bring the funk to Heartwood Soundstage.
Gainesville residents can expect a night filled with a fusion of Caribbean-inspired reggae-rock Thursday when popular Ocala band Propaganjah performs at the High Dive alongside Ellameno Beat and Burn Every Thing.
As 2018 slowly but surely progresses, the diverse events, concerts and other entertainment that Gainesville has to offer only get bigger and better. In honor of the start of February this week, here’s some of our favorite upcoming events that will hold you over until spring break.
Super Bowl Sunday is finally here, and Gainesville is getting ready to celebrate. Whether you’re a fan of the New England Patriots or the Philadelphia Eagles or just watching for the commercials and beer, there are plenty of places around Gainesville to go to root for your favorite team. Find some of the best spots below.
Legendary Los Angeles-based bluesman The Reverend Shawn Amos will be playing alongside local band The Shakedown this Sunday, using their music to transform High Dive into a 1960s Chicago blues club.
Sit back and dive deep into America’s rich musical history Monday night at the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Earlier in the month, local indie group and Swamp Records flagship artist Flipturn claimed the Destination Okeechobee Round One top spot, securing their place on the south Florida festival lineup and among artists on the rise.
Sunday night’s 24th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards had a lot of firsts. The SAG awards have always adhered to a “no host” policy, but this year’s ceremony made an exception with its first-ever host, Kristen Bell.
The new year is officially in full swing, and along with the resolutions comes one of music’s biggest events: the Grammy Awards. Airing on Sunday, the 60th anniversary of the awards show will celebrate captivating records from across genres over the past year. In honor of the event, here are a few predictions for The Grammys’ most prestigious awards of the night.
Indie rock bands Prawn, Dikembe, Caravela and Alumine are set to take the stage at the downtown venue Loosey’s on Friday night.
This weekend at the Depot Event Space, you can find beers and briskets that will give hope to the homeless.
Between musicians, storytellers, yoga instructors and more, Gainesville is bursting at the seams with events of all kinds for January. Although some of these events get covered extensively each week within Avenue, there are many more that deserve some attention. Here’s a handful of must-see shows, talks and other events set for the second half of this month.
For the first time ever, First Magnitude Brewing Company’s popular 7.2K Springs Run, which raises money for springs protection Saturday, will be followed by Springs Fest, a fun day full of activities. After breaking a sweat for water preservation, Gainesville residents will be able to relax, enjoy some art, have a beer and listen to live music.
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