Gainesville, FL

Change Town

The 9 Best Bars in Florida!

Featuring

The Oyster Pub, Daytona Beach, FL

Florida is home to some of the best beachside bars in the state, and The Oyster Pub has got to be our favorite in the Daytona Beach area. For over 30 years they have provided beachgoers with superior…
Florida is home to some of the best beachside bars in the state, and The Oyster Pub has got to be…

The 7 Best Burgers in Florida!

Featuring

Macs Drive Thru, Gainesville, FL

Mac’s is a classic Gainesville staple that is known for their juicy burgers at affordable prices. Though they might be simple, these traditional style burgers are bound to impress. Hop in the…
Mac’s is a classic Gainesville staple that is known for their juicy burgers at affordable…

Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!

Featuring

Sonnentag Theatre at the Icehouse, Mount Dora, FL

This hidden treasure of a theater is located in the quaint town of Mount Dora and used to be an ice plant. Here you’ll be able to watch plays from a diverse variety of genres that are…
This hidden treasure of a theater is located in the quaint town of Mount Dora and used to be an ice…

The 8 Best Farmers Markets in Florida!

Featuring

The High Springs Farmers Market, High Springs, FL

Open on Thursdays from 12-4 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the High Springs Farmers Market is made up of individual sales booths, ranging from canopy-covered…
Open on Thursdays from 12-4 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the…

9 Best Tattoo Parlors in Florida

Featuring

Anthem Tattoo Parlor, Gainesville, FL

If you want to work with passionate artists, you’ve come to the right place. The folks here love what they do and their love of art is reflected in every tattoo they create. They know how to…
If you want to work with passionate artists, you’ve come to the right place. The folks here…

The 9 Best Bakeries in Florida!

Featuring

Cinotti’s Bakery, Jacksonville, FL

This has to be the world’s most kid-friendly bakery. Sure, bakeries give kids cookies. But on their regularly scheduled Wednesday tours, kids don’t just get a cookie. During what…
This has to be the world’s most kid-friendly bakery. Sure, bakeries give kids cookies. But on…

The 9 Best Skate Shops in Florida!

Featuring

The Block Skate Supply Shop, Jacksonville, FL

Specializing strictly in skateboards, no one knows skaters like Block Skate Supply Shop. You’ll find everything you need to create a custom skateboarding experience, including all the right…
Specializing strictly in skateboards, no one knows skaters like Block Skate Supply Shop.…

The 10 Best Caterers in Florida!

Featuring

A1 Catering, Jacksonville, FL

The A in A1 catering might stand for affordable, but it most definitely stands for Amazing! They know how to plan an event from the outside in, giving you plenty of food and flair to perfect your…
The A in A1 catering might stand for affordable, but it most definitely stands for Amazing! They…

The 7 Best Delis in Florida!

Featuring

Pinegrove Market and Deli, Jacksonville, FL

For over 60 years this Jacksonville deli has been a neighborhood icon. Pinegrove Market and Deli provides their customers with high-quality Cubans, Italians, Reubens and more! Give one a try for a…
For over 60 years this Jacksonville deli has been a neighborhood icon. Pinegrove Market and Deli…

The 7 Coolest Coffee Shops in Florida!

Featuring

Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, Jacksonville, FL

This place turns up in various votes for best coffee houses in North Florida and even in polls that take in larger areas. They roast their own beans, of course. All the typical ways of preparing…
This place turns up in various votes for best coffee houses in North Florida and even in polls that…
Best Things In & Around Gainesville, FL
The 7 Best Burgers in Florida!

Macs Drive Thru, Gainesville, FL

Featured in The 7 Best Burgers in Florida!
Mac’s is a classic Gainesville staple that is known for their juicy burgers at affordable prices. Though they might be simple, these traditional style burgers are bound to impress. Hop in the… Read More
Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!

Sonnentag Theatre at the Icehouse, Mount Dora, FL

Featured in Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!
This hidden treasure of a theater is located in the quaint town of Mount Dora and used to be an ice plant. Here you’ll be able to watch plays from a diverse variety of genres that are… Read More
The 8 Best Farmers Markets in Florida!

The High Springs Farmers Market, High Springs, FL

Featured in The 8 Best Farmers Markets in Florida!
Open on Thursdays from 12-4 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the High Springs Farmers Market is made up of individual sales booths, ranging from canopy-covered… Read More
The 10 Best Sports Centers in Florida!

Easton Newberry Sports Complex, Newberry, FL

Featured in The 10 Best Sports Centers in Florida!
If archery is your sport of choice, then this Newberry Sports Complex is the spot for you. Housing an archery center where you can take classes, this sports center is a great location to learn how to… Read More
9 Best Tattoo Parlors in Florida

Anthem Tattoo Parlor, Gainesville, FL

Featured in 9 Best Tattoo Parlors in Florida
If you want to work with passionate artists, you’ve come to the right place. The folks here love what they do and their love of art is reflected in every tattoo they create. They know how to… Read More
The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Florida!

Fryer’s, Melrose, FL

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Florida!
Just one look at this fried chicken and you’ll know why it’s among the best—it’s simply perfect! Every piece boasts high quality and flavor that chain chicken places just… Read More
The 9 Best Bakeries in Florida!

Cinotti’s Bakery, Jacksonville, FL

Featured in The 9 Best Bakeries in Florida!
This has to be the world’s most kid-friendly bakery. Sure, bakeries give kids cookies. But on their regularly scheduled Wednesday tours, kids don’t just get a cookie. During what… Read More
The 9 Best Skate Shops in Florida!

The Block Skate Supply Shop, Jacksonville, FL

Featured in The 9 Best Skate Shops in Florida!
Specializing strictly in skateboards, no one knows skaters like Block Skate Supply Shop. You’ll find everything you need to create a custom skateboarding experience, including all the right… Read More
10 Best Interior Designers in Florida

Joy in Decor, Ocala, FL

Featured in 10 Best Interior Designers in Florida
Focusing on more than just aesthetics, Joy in Decor builds each design around functionality and mindfulness. Take advantage of their e-design service, where you can see your room come to life with… Read More
Show More
Events around Gainesville, FL
Oct
07

FL2K22

9:00 AM
Gainesville Raceway, Gainesville, FL
Learn More
Oct
07

Peanut Patch and Corn Maze Halloween Festival

5:00 PM
Peanut Patch and Corn Maze, Gainesville, FL
Learn More
Oct
07

Gator Growl 2022

7:00 PM
Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center, Gainesville, FL
Learn More
Oct
07

Gator Growl

7:00 PM
Stephen C O'Connell Center, Gainesville, FL
Learn More
Oct
07

The Gainesville Fear Garden Haunted Attraction

7:30 PM
The Gainesville Fear Garden, Gainesville, FL
Learn More
Oct
08

FL2K22

9:00 AM
Gainesville Raceway, Gainesville, FL
Learn More
Oct
08

Peanut Patch and Corn Maze Halloween Festival

3:00 PM
Peanut Patch and Corn Maze, Gainesville, FL
Learn More
Show More
Gainesville News

Alachua County News : Arugula Is The October Plant Of The Month

From: Alachua County Communications Office
October 6, 2022
The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce that the October “Plant of the Month” is arugula. A cup of fresh arugula leaves has 25 calories, 3.65 grams of… Read More

Alachua County Library District - 5 Things For October 2022

From: Alachua County Library District - Headquarters Library
October 6, 2022
Autumn has arrived, and with it comes all new activities and events around the Alachua County Library District! Get excited! The Friends of the Library volunteers are preparing for this year's… Read More

Alachua County News : October Commercial Horticulture Program

From: Alachua County Communications Office
October 6, 2022
ALACHUA COUNTY, FL - The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce the following Commercial Horticulture program for October 2022. This program is being offered by Dr. Tatiana… Read More

Alachua County News : October Environmental Horticulture Programs

From: Alachua County Communications Office
October 6, 2022
ALACHUA COUNTY, FL - The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce the following Environmental Horticulture programs for October 2022. This program is offered by Dr. Cynthia… Read More

Updates on Recovery Efforts in Sarasota and DeSoto Counties Following Hurricane Ian

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 6, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Oct 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis visited North Port and Arcadia to give updates on the response effort, survey impacted areas, distribute hot meals, and meet with survivors… Read More

First Lady Casey DeSantis Delivers Meals and Meets with Survivors at Murdock Baptist Church

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 6, 2022
Port Charlotte, FL — On Oct 3rd, First Lady Casey DeSantis traveled to Murdock Baptist Church in Port Charlotte to deliver hot meals and meet with people impacted by Hurricane Ian. First Lady… Read More

First Lady Casey DeSantis Distributes Meals to First Responders in Fort Myers and Announces First Responder Mental Health Resources

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 6, 2022
Fort Myers, FL — On Oct 3rd, First Lady Casey DeSantis visited the First Responder Base Camp in Lee County to help distribute meals and meet with first responders aiding in Hurricane Ian… Read More

First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces Over $20 Million Raised within 48 Hours of Activating the Florida Disaster Fund

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 5, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Oct 1st, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that within 48 hours of activation the Florida Disaster Fund raised over $20 million in donations to support communities… Read More

First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces Hope Florida – A Pathway to Purpose Volunteers Mobilizing to Help Seniors in Need Following Hurricane Ian

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 5, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Oct 1st, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the deployment of Hope Heroes, the volunteer team she assembled as part of her Hope Florida – A Pathway to Purpose… Read More

Governor DeSantis Calls on Lee County Electric Cooperative to Accept Additional Mutual Aid to Expedite Power Restoration

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 5, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Oct 1st, after receiving a briefing at the State Emergency Operations Center on current efforts to restore power in Southwest Florida, Governor DeSantis called on the Lee… Read More

Updates on Recovery Efforts in Hardee County Following Hurricane Ian

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 5, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Oct 1st, Governor Ron DeSantis visited the town of Wauchula in Hardee County, Florida, to give updates on the response effort and to survey impacted areas in Hardee County.… Read More

ICYMI: Florida Receives Approval for National Flood Insurance Program Waiver

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 5, 2022
Allows Policyholders in NFIP to Access Funding, Bypassing Claims Process COLLIER COUNTY, FL -- On Oct 2nd, Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced that the Federal… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Directs FDOT to Expedite Emergency Repairs Needed to Restore Access to Pine Island

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 5, 2022
Access to Pine Island will be Restored by Saturday, October 8, 2022 Tallahassee, FL — On Oct 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis directed FDOT to assist Lee County to expedite emergency repairs to the… Read More

Florida Response to Hurricane Ian Continues

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 3, 2022
Tallahassee, Fla. — On Sep 30th, morning, Governor Ron DeSantis issued updates on Hurricane Ian at the State Emergency Operations Center with Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin… Read More

First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces First $1 Million Distributed through Florida Disaster Fund

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
October 3, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Sep 30th, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that the first round of Florida Disaster Fund grants totaling $1 million have been awarded to organizations engaged in the… Read More
Show More
Find it Fast Near Gainesville
Florida Search
Best Places To Go Near You

Morningside Nature Center

Morningside Nature Center
3450 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL
Participants will enjoy the spectacular fall wildflower bloom in the piney woods of Morningside Nature Center during a guided walk.  Read More

Albert 'Ray' Massey Skatepark

Albert 'Ray' Massey Skatepark
1001 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
Westside Skate park is located behind Westside Recreation Center on the corner of NW 34th ST and NW 8th Ave. There is no cost for using the Skate p... Read More

Northeast Complex Skatepark

Northeast Complex Skatepark
1100 North East 14th Street, Gainesville, FL
Amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Multipurpose Field, Dogs allowed w/ Leash, Skate Park, Northeast Pool Read More

Florida Trail Association

Florida Trail Association
5415 SouthWest 13th Street, Gainesville, FL
HistoryEvery organization has a unique story behind its founding, and the Florida Trail Association is no exception. It was incorporated in 1964 to... Read More

Gainesville Skatepark

Gainesville Skatepark
3500 North East Waldo Road, Gainesville, FL
Read More

Possum Creek Skatepark

Possum Creek Skatepark
4009 NW 53rd Avenue, Gainesville, FL
Amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Multipurpose Field, Nature Trail, Unpaved Trail, Board Walk, Picnic Tables, Grills, Pavilion, Play Ground, Dog ... Read More

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo
3000 NorthWest 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL
The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is Gainesville’s community zoo and the training facility for the Zoo Animal Technology Program. Situated on... Read More

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
100 Savannah Boulevard, Micanopy, FL
Not just found out west, herds of wild horses and bison roam the prairie in this surprisingly diverse preserve south of Gainesville.Paynes Prairie ... Read More

Silver Springs State Park

Silver Springs State Park
5656 East Silver Springs Boulevard, Silver Springs, FL
 About Silver Springs:                     &n... Read More
Show More
Select a Florida town to find
the Best Things-To-Do and Places To Go around you
Alachua County
Baker County
Bay County
Bradford County
Brevard County
Broward County
Calhoun County
Charlotte County
Citrus County
Clay County
Collier County
Columbia County
De Soto County
Dixie County
Duval County
Escambia County
Flagler County
Franklin County
Gadsden County
Gilchrist County
Glades County
Gulf County
Hamilton County
Hardee County
Hendry County
Hernando County
Highlands County
Hillsborough County
Holmes County
Indian River County
Jackson County
Jefferson County
Lafayette County
Lake County
Lee County
Leon County
Levy County
Liberty County
Madison County
Manatee County
Marion County
Martin County
Miami-Dade County
Monroe County
Nassau County
Okaloosa County
Okeechobee County
Orange County
Osceola County
Palm Beach County
Pasco County
Pinellas County
Polk County
Putnam County
Saint Johns County
Saint Lucie County
Santa Rosa County
Sarasota County
Seminole County
Sumter County
Suwannee County
Taylor County
Union County
Volusia County
Wakulla County
Walton County
Washington County