If you've been working hard all week to make it to the weekend, why not celebrate it by enjoying some exciting events in Gainesville the weekend has to offer! The biggest game in football happens this Sunday and there will be watch parties at all of your favorite bars in Gainesville. There will also be a ton of other events including live music, local markets, and beer festivals. Whether you're a local or a tourist, our weekly list of things to do in Gainesville will help you celebrate the weekend the right way! 

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Cheers to 5 Years - Crafty Bastards

on Thursday, 30 Jan, 2020 6:00 PM
at Crafty B'astards Restaurant & Pub
4860 NW 39th Ave Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32606
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Crafty’s “Cheers to FIVE Years” Birthday Bash! Come crash our party. Thursday, January 30th. 6p-9p. Crafty Bastards Restaurant 5 years, and CB Bottle Shoppe 3 years. We have YOU to Thank…

STIR FRY ASIAN COOKING DEMO WITH CHEF CHANTHY

on Thursday, 30 Jan, 2020 6:00 PM
at Olive Obsession
2370 Southwest College Road, Ocala, FL 34471
Attending Interested

Cooking demo with Chef Chanthy featuring Vegetable Sir Fry & Asian Noodles.

Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group

on Thursday, 30 Jan, 2020 7:30 PM
at Reilly Arts Center
500 NE 9th St, Ocala, FL 34470
Attending Interested

A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums.

Grandview Invitational 2020

on Friday, 31 Jan, 2020 8:00 AM
at Florida Horse Park
11008 S Highway 475, Ocala, FL 34480
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Don't miss out on seeing these enormous athletic horses perform!

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Dino Date Night

on Friday, 31 Jan, 2020 6:30 PM
at Discovery Center
701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
Attending Interested

Explore the traveling exhibit Dinosaur Revolution, enjoy light hors d'oeuvres, wine, and science

Fri 1/31: Majesty of Rock, Tribute to Journey

on Friday, 31 Jan, 2020 7:30 PM
at Reilly Arts Center
500 NE 9th St, Ocala, FL 34470
Attending Interested

Majesty of Rock faithfully re-creates the exact sounds and nuances of the super group, Journey. They pay special homage to Journey’s best years (1977-1998) when Steve Perry fronted the band.

80S Night at The Brass Tap-Dade City

on Friday, 31 Jan, 2020 8:00 PM
at The Brass Tap - Dade City
37916 Pasco Ave, Dade City, FL 33525
Attending Interested

SAVE THE DATE!! LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH!!

Ocala Downtown Market

on Saturday, 1 Feb, 2020 9:00 AM
at Ocala Downtown Market
Corner of SE 3rd Street and SE 3rd Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
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The Ocala Downtown Market (ODM) is the place where a diverse array of farmers, artisans, craftspeople, and food trucks come together to sell their products to customers from Ocala, Marion County, and beyond.

Springs Run 7.2K

on Saturday, 1 Feb, 2020 10:00 AM
at First Magnitude Brewing Company
1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Attending Interested

It's back again- THE SPRINGS RUN! Run, beer, party. Make it 7.2K around Depot Park and down the Hawthorne trail and you will be rewarded with brews, music, friends, and fun.

Brazilfest

on Saturday, 1 Feb, 2020 5:00 PM
at Heartwood Soundstage
619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32605
Attending Interested

Brazilfest is back! With live music, capoeira, food, art, and much more! Stay tuned for this year's lineup.

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Highland Craft Brew Festival 2020

on Saturday, 1 Feb, 2020 6:00 PM
at Rock Crusher Canyon Pavilion & Amphitheater
275 S Rock Crusher Rd, Crystal River, FL 34429
Attending Interested

The Highland Craft Brew Festival hosted by the Rotary Club of Inverness is "must do" event for anyone who loves beer and having fun.  Our craft beer event will feature home brewers as well as craft breweries from the region and around the state.

Super Bowl Party

on Sunday, 2 Feb, 2020 3:00 PM
at Main Street Bar & Billiards
108 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Attending Interested

Super Bowl Party! Doors open 3 pm. Kick off 6:30 pm. BOGO 50% off pizza* 5 pm - 10 pm,

Super Bowl LIV Party - The Lodge Ocala

on Sunday, 2 Feb, 2020 5:00 PM
at The Lodge Ocala
36 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
Attending Interested

Super Bowl Party The Lodge - Feb 2nd 2020 Starting at 5pm / Kick-off at 6:30pm

The Big Game Party

on Sunday, 2 Feb, 2020 6:30 PM
at Charlie Horse | Ocala
2426 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
Attending Interested

Come watch the biggest pro football game of the year with us.