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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Jimmy Buffett Fest
DTSTART:20260906T190000Z
DTEND:20260906T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T062158Z
UID:10039866-1788706800-1788721200@www.visitgainesville.com
CATEGORIES:arts,drink,festival,food,music
DESCRIPTION:Sail into Labor Day weekend with the 2nd Annual Jimmy Buffett 
 Fest at Heartwood Soundstage. Local musicians including Bohemian Sunshine\
 , Alan Lowe\, Aisle 14\, Damsel\, Sawgrass Slims\, Thomas Allain\, Dan Ste
 pp and Lowly Worm & The Fantastic Beverages perform tropical-inspired favo
 rites and deeper cuts honoring Buffett’s music and legacy. Food trucks a
 nd beverages round out the gathering\, with donations benefiting Save the 
 Manatee Club\, which Buffett co-founded with former Florida Gov. Bob Graha
 m. Sponsored in part by Visit Gainesville\, Alachua County.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T062158Z
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 Main St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, 
 United States
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/jimmy-buffett-fest/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Gainesville
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:CHOMP the Block Gator Football Pep Rally & Block Party
DTSTART:20260911T213000Z
DTEND:20260912T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T060852Z
UID:visitgainesville-d1be4d7466@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,sports
DESCRIPTION:Get fired up for Florida Gators home games at CHOMP the Block\
 , a six-night series of Friday block parties at Celebration Pointe. Gator 
 fans can enjoy live music\, food trucks\, local vendors\, lawn games and f
 an photo opportunities before game day. The festivities also include appea
 rances by Gator cheerleaders\, Dazzlers\, Albert and Alberta\, plus a Kids
  Zone with face painting\, bounce houses and crafts. Wear orange and blue 
 and join fellow fans in supporting the Gators. Sponsored in part by Visit 
 Gainesville\, Alachua County.\n\nSource: Visit Gainesville — https://www
 .visitgainesville.com/event/chomp-the-block-gator-football-pep-rally-block
 -party/2026-09-11/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060852Z
LOCATION:Celebration Pointe\, 3528 SW 45th St.\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/chomp-the-block-gator-football-
 pep-rally-block-party/2026-09-11/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Waldo Sweet Potato Festival
DTSTART:20260912T130000Z
DTEND:20260912T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T182432Z
UID:visitgainesville-4893209a3b@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Waldo’s agricultural heritage during the second an
 nual Waldo Sweet Potato Festival\, presented by the Waldo Area Historical 
 Society and the City of Waldo. This family-friendly community festival hig
 hlights the area’s rich farming traditions while bringing residents and 
 visitors together for a day of food\, entertainment and small-town charm. 
 Enjoy a festive atmosphere as the community honors one of Waldo’s histor
 ic agricultural staples and celebrates local history.\n\nSource: Visit Gai
 nesville — https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/waldo-sweet-potato-fes
 tival/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182432Z
LOCATION:Waldo City Square\, 14450 NE 148th Ave.\, Waldo
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/waldo-sweet-potato-festival/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Ribs & R&B Festival
DTSTART:20260912T180000Z
DTEND:20260914T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013528Z
UID:10000664-1789221600-1789329600@www.saturdayshoppes.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a day where smoky flavors meet smooth R&B vibes.
  The Ribs & R&B Festival is rolling into the Oaks Mall\, bringing mouthwat
 ering eats\, live entertainment\, and family‑friendly fun for the whole 
 community. \nWhat is Ribs & R&B Festival?\nWhether you’re coming for the
  food\, the music\, or the vibes\, this festival brings the heat in all th
 e right ways. \n\nDelicious Ribs & BBQ Favorites - slow‑smoked\, sauced 
 up\, and served hot\nLive R&B Entertainment - soulful performances that se
 t the perfect groove\nLocal Vendors & Shopping - unique finds\, handmade g
 oods\, and more\nFamily Friendly - bring the kids\, bring the crew\, bring
  the good energy\nFree Admission & Free Parking - easy\, fun\, and open to
  all\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n45
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013528Z
LOCATION:Oaks Mall\, 6419 New Berry Rd\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32605\, United
  States
URL:https://www.saturdayshoppes.com/event/9-12-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Saturday Shoppes
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.saturdayshoppes.com/event/9-12-26
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Savor Barbecue and Live R&B at Ribs & R&B Festival
DTSTART:20260912T180000Z
DTEND:20260913T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260830T002521Z
UID:visitgainesville-820b21df70@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,food
DESCRIPTION:Savor slow-smoked barbecue while listening to live R&B during 
 Ribs & R&B Festival at The Oaks Mall. Sample ribs and other barbecue favor
 ites\, hear live performances throughout the day and shop handmade goods a
 nd specialty products from local vendors. The family-friendly festival com
 bines food\, music and shopping during an afternoon of community entertain
 ment. Admission and parking are free.\n\nSource: Visit Gainesville — htt
 ps://www.visitgainesville.com/event/savor-barbecue-and-live-rb-at-ribs-rb-
 festival/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T002521Z
LOCATION:The Oaks Mall\, 6419 W Newberry Rd\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/savor-barbecue-and-live-rb-at-r
 ibs-rb-festival/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:DARK CIRCUS
DTSTART:20260913T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T061727Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-406d8101c1@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:arts,comedy,dance,festival
DESCRIPTION:Announcing the lineup for Dark Circus 2026 at @woolydowntown !
  This gothic circus and alt clown theme night will sweep you away with ste
 llar performances\, dark dancey beats\, fabulous vendors\, and not one\, b
 ut two flash mob clown parades to start and end the night!! …AND it’s 
 a benefit to help end homelessness in Gainesville. We’ll be selling art 
 and handmade circus crafts as a fundraiser for @gracemarketplace as well a
 s donating part of the ticket profits directly to them. 🤡 Jenny Castle 
 @jilldumasrealtor makes her return to our stage with her one-of-a-kind clo
 wn comedy performance. 😮 You’ll ooHH and ahhh over @phylaxxis as they
  perform amazing sideshow acts that’d scare your mom. 🎉 Scribbles & K
 it make their debut as a sexy clowny duo taking the stage for audience gam
 es and prizes. It’s going to get weird\, sexy\, and silly. ✨ Plus\, yo
 ur master of ceremonies\, your leader of rings\, and your clown commander 
 will be @wild_creatrix. 💃The night will be bumping with dark\, dancey t
 unes…\n\nSource: GainesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesvilleshows.c
 om/event/2026-09-12-the-wooly-jenny-castle
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T061727Z
LOCATION:The Wooly\, 20 North Main Street 32601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-09-12-the-wooly-jenny-cast
 le
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Swamp Head Brewery – Oktoberfest
DTSTART:20260918T200000Z
DTEND:20260919T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T002015Z
UID:visitgainesville-ede158af66@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:drink,festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Oktoberfest at Swamp Head Brewery with German-style 
 beer\, live music from Varsity Tuba Quartet and food from Stubbies Sausage
 s and EIM Thai. Test your skills in a sausage toss\, stein-holding competi
 tion and Oktoberfest-themed musical chairs for chances to win prizes. Stei
 n sales and game registration begin at 4 p.m.\, with participants in the c
 ompetitions required to be 21 or older.\n\nSource: Visit Gainesville — h
 ttps://www.visitgainesville.com/event/swamp-head-brewery-oktoberfest/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T002015Z
LOCATION:Swamp Head Brewery\, 3650 SW 42nd Ave.\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/swamp-head-brewery-oktoberfest/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Magtoberfest
DTSTART:20260919T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T182757Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-46cd1786fe@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,music
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Oktoberfest music from 12-7 PM Food trucks: Stubbi
 es\, Mayflower\, Vegan Gator\, Verde Spice UF Vs. Auburn on the big screen
  7 PM kick-off Live music runs 12–7 PM with traditional Oktoberfest vibe
 s from The Klezmer Katz and Oktober Festers. Food trucks Stubbies\, Mayflo
 wer\, Vegan Gator\, and Verde Spice are covering every craving. And once t
 he brass winds down\, the big screen takes over for UF vs. Auburn at 7 PM.
 \n\nSource: GainesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/even
 t/2026-09-19-first-magnitude-brewing-company-the-klezmer-katz
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182757Z
LOCATION:First Magnitude Brewing Company\, 1220 Southeast Veitch Street 32
 601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-09-19-first-magnitude-brew
 ing-company-the-klezmer-katz
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:North Central Florida Blues Festival
DTSTART:20260919T190000Z
DTEND:20260920T023000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013523Z
UID:visitgainesville-ece2d082ab@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:Blues festival performances take center stage during the inaug
 ural North Central Florida Blues Festival\, featuring a full day of live m
 usic from nationally recognized artists and Florida blues favorites. Prese
 nted by the North Central Florida Blues Society and Heartwood Soundstage\,
  the event includes indoor and outdoor performances from Doug MacLeod\, EG
  Kight\, Sheba the Mississippi Queen & the Bluesmen\, Doug Deming & the Je
 wel Tones\, and more. Music begins at 3 p.m. and continues throughout the 
 evening with a mix of touring acts and regional talent celebrating Gainesv
 ille and Alachua County’s longstanding connection to blues music.\n\nSou
 rce: Visit Gainesville — https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/north-ce
 ntral-florida-blues-festival/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013523Z
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 Main St.\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/north-central-florida-blues-fes
 tival/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:4th Annual Newberry’s Fabulous 50’s Festival
DTSTART:20260919T200000Z
DTEND:20260920T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260819T000845Z
UID:visitgainesville-0691c7dbc7@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:community,festival,food,music
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time as historic downtown Newberry comes alive wi
 th classic cars\, live ’50s music\, and vintage fun at the Fabulous 50
 ’s Festival & Car Show. Visitors can explore a stunning collection of ve
 hicles hosted by Gainesville Street Rods\, enjoy tunes from Twister H Prod
 uctions\, browse local vendors and crafters\, and savor food from festival
  stands or nearby downtown restaurants. The event celebrates nostalgia\, c
 ommunity\, and timeless style. Sponsored in part by Visit Gainesville\, Al
 achua County.\n\nSource: Visit Gainesville — https://www.visitgainesvill
 e.com/event/4th-annual-newberrys-fabulous-50s-festival/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T000845Z
LOCATION:Downtown Newberry\, 25370 W Newberry Rd.\, Newberry
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/4th-annual-newberrys-fabulous-5
 0s-festival/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Seoul Jebi + Dream October + Dumpster + Paynes Prairie
DTSTART:20260919T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260812T000806Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-4a0d323bef@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:7 PM\n\nSource: GainesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesvil
 leshows.com/event/2026-09-19-bazaar47-seoul-jebi
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T000806Z
LOCATION:Bazaar47\, 60 SW 2nd St 32601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-09-19-bazaar47-seoul-jebi
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Day Rave
DTSTART:20260927T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T061727Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-473d350188@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:dance,festival
DESCRIPTION:High-Energy Daytime Dance Party Festival/Rave Looks Encouraged
  DIY UV Body Art Interactive Visuals & Fun Decor Two Dates!!\n\nSource: Ga
 inesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-09-27-t
 he-atlantic-wild-creatrix
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T061727Z
LOCATION:The Atlantic\, 19 West University Avenue 32601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-09-27-the-atlantic-wild-cr
 eatrix
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Pride Festival
DTSTART:20261003T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013523Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-3c8f1a82d6@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:12-8pm\n\nSource: GainesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesv
 illeshows.com/event/2026-10-03-bo-diddley-plaza
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013523Z
LOCATION:Bo Diddley Plaza\, 111 East University Avenue 32601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-10-03-bo-diddley-plaza
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall Food Truck Festival
DTSTART:20261010T160000Z
DTEND:20261011T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013528Z
UID:10000668-1791633600-1791662400@www.saturdayshoppes.com
CATEGORIES:festival,food
DESCRIPTION:Fall is rolling in and so are the food trucks! The Fall Food T
 ruck Festival is your chance to taste the season\, explore new flavors\, a
 nd enjoy a full day of family fun at the Oaks Mall. This isn’t just a fe
 stival… it’s Gainesville’s favorite fall kickoff. \nWhat is the Fall
  Food Truck Festival\nThis festival brings the cozy fall energy you crave 
 - warm flavors\, cool weather\, great music\, and a community that knows h
 ow to celebrate. Whether you’re hunting for your new favorite food truck
 \, grabbing gifts from local vendors\, or just enjoying a day out with the
  family\, this event delivers the perfect fall vibe. \n\nFood Trucks & Loc
 al Eats - BBQ\, tacos\, sweets\, fusion\, comfort food\, and more\nLocal V
 endors & Small Businesses - shop crafts\, apparel\, art\, accessories\, an
 d unique finds\nFamily‑Friendly Fun - a welcoming atmosphere for kids\, 
 parents\, and food lovers of all ages\nLive Entertainment - music and perf
 ormances throughout the day\nFree Admission & Free Parking - easy\, fun\, 
 and open to everyone
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013528Z
LOCATION:Oaks Mall\, 6419 New Berry Rd\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32605\, United
  States
URL:https://www.saturdayshoppes.com/event/10-10-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Saturday Shoppes
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.saturdayshoppes.com/event/9-12-26
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:For the Animals Chili Cook-Off and Music Festival
DTSTART:20261018T160000Z
DTEND:20261018T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T060852Z
UID:visitgainesville-89576e9cc6@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,food
DESCRIPTION:Dig into the 4th Annual For the Animals Chili Cook-Off and Mus
 ic Festival at Heartwood Soundstage\, benefiting Fix Them All. Sample chil
 i entries and cast a vote for the People’s Choice awards while Crooked C
 ounsel\, Couch Messiahs and The Enlightened Rogues provide live music. The
  fundraiser also features vendors\, raffles\, pet adoptions and food\, wit
 h proceeds supporting Fix Them All’s work providing low-cost spay and ne
 uter vouchers throughout the region.\n\nSource: Visit Gainesville — http
 s://www.visitgainesville.com/event/for-the-animals-chili-cook-off-music-fe
 stival/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060852Z
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 Main St.\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/for-the-animals-chili-cook-off-
 music-festival/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Rock Through Downtown Gainesville at FEST 24
DTSTART:20261022T220000Z
DTEND:20261026T033000Z
DTSTAMP:20260812T060722Z
UID:visitgainesville-d2ffd96a9e@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,music
DESCRIPTION:Rock through downtown Gainesville during FEST 24\, a three-day
  music festival bringing performers and music fans together at venues thro
 ughout the city. Known for its extensive lineup of punk\, rock and indepen
 dent music\, FEST transforms downtown into a multi-venue celebration fille
 d with live performances and a lively festival atmosphere. Three-day passe
 s are available while supplies last\, and visitors traveling to Gainesvill
 e can also find special rates at participating FEST hotels.\n\nSource: Vis
 it Gainesville — https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/__trashed-28/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T060722Z
LOCATION:Downtown Gainesville\, 111 E University Ave.\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/__trashed-28/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:FEST Kick Off
DTSTART:20261023T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013523Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-29cfc8d93b@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,music
DESCRIPTION:Catbite\, Choke Up\, Direct Order '82 \, Equipment\, Hell Beac
 h\, Banquets\n\nSource: GainesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesvillesh
 ows.com/event/2026-10-22-looseys-catbite
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013523Z
LOCATION:Loosey's\, 120 Southwest 1st Avenue 32601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-10-22-looseys-catbite
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:FEST 24
DTSTART:20261023T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013523Z
UID:heartwood-874c417ca9@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:Source: Heartwood Soundstage — https://www.heartwoodsoundsta
 ge.com/shows/fest-24-23-oct
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013523Z
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 S Main St\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.heartwoodsoundstage.com/shows/fest-24-23-oct
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Glazed + Cape Crush + Freezing Cold + Moosecreek Park + Awful Din 
 + Boy Clothes + Porch Coffin + Innerlove + Swiss Army Wife + Kiss The Scie
 ntist + i.liedtomyself + Flowers For Emily
DTSTART:20261023T193000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013523Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-27a14d6ada@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,music
DESCRIPTION:Source: GainesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesvilleshows.
 com/event/2026-10-23-depot-village-glazed
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013523Z
LOCATION:Depot Village\, 404 SE 2nd Street 32601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-10-23-depot-village-glazed
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Blackadder Brewing Co. - 10th Annual Blocktoberfest
DTSTART:20261023T200000Z
DTEND:20261024T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T180028Z
UID:10014308-1792771200-1792792800@www.visitgainesville.com
CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,music
DESCRIPTION:Raise a stein to 10 years of Blocktoberfest at Blackadder Brew
 ing Co. and The Abbey. The anniversary event brings Bavarian music\, Germa
 n-inspired food from Strega Nona’s Oven and additional vendors\, special
 ty German-style brews and plenty of Gemütlichkeit to the celebration. Gue
 sts can dress in lederhosen and dirndls\, pick up limited-edition annivers
 ary steins and T-shirts\, and take part in one of Blackadder’s longtime 
 fall traditions.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T180028Z
LOCATION:Blackadder Brewing Company\, 618 NW 60th St Ste A\, Gainesville\,
  FL\, 32607\, United States
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/roll-out-the-barrel-its-blockto
 berfest-at-blackadder/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Gainesville
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Florida Bat Festival 2026
DTSTART:20261024T140000Z
DTEND:20261024T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013522Z
UID:10025054-1792836000-1792861200@www.visitgainesville.com
CATEGORIES:community,education,festival
DESCRIPTION:Join the Florida Bat Festival for live bat encounters\, educat
 ional exhibits\, vendor booths\, and activities for all ages. Adults 21+ c
 an enjoy the Beer Garden. Proceeds support bat conservation and education 
 programs. Family-friendly and rain or shine\, this event offers a fun and 
 engaging way to learn about bats and connect with the community.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013522Z
LOCATION:Lubee Bat Conservancy\, 1309 NW 192nd Ave\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32
 609\, United States
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/florida-bat-festival-2026/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Gainesville
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Kill Lincoln + Joker's Republic + Title Holder + Legitimate Busine
 ss + PWRUP + Pink Slip + Something To Do + Mega Infinity + Double Jointed 
 + The Boy Detective + Sorry SweetHeart + The Doomstompers…
DTSTART:20261024T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013523Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-24527e55a7@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:1:00pm\n\nSource: GainesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesv
 illeshows.com/event/2026-10-24-depot-village-kill-lincoln
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013523Z
LOCATION:Depot Village\, 404 SE 2nd Street 32601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-10-24-depot-village-kill-l
 incoln
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:North Central Florida Inaugural Vets\, Pets & Music Fest
DTSTART:20261024T170000Z
DTEND:20261024T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013532Z
UID:6887-1792846800-1792857600@www.communityhospice.com
CATEGORIES:community,festival,music
DESCRIPTION:North Central Florida Inaugural Vets\, Pets & Music Fest\nTrea
 sure Camp Restaurant\, 15429 NW 46th Lane\, Chiefland\, FL 32626\nSaturday
 \, Oct 24 \n1 to 4 p.m.\nJoin us for the Inaugural Vets\, Pets & Music Fe
 st in North Central Florida on October 24\, 2026\, at the Treasure Camp Re
 staurant in Chiefland from 1 to 4 p.m.\nThis one-of-a-kind fundraising eve
 nt brings awareness to and supports our veteran\, Pet Peace of Mind and mu
 sic therapy programs. \nCommunity Hospice & Palliative Care is an innovati
 ve national leader in palliative and hospice care. But did you know that m
 any of the programs and services available to our patients and families ar
 e often unfunded or underfunded by insurance? Just a few of these impactfu
 l “extras” include: \n\nHonoring Veterans: Through specialized pinning
  ceremonies and the display of service branch flags outside their rooms in
  our inpatient centers\, we pay tribute to veterans and their families.\n\
 n\nPet Peace of Mind Program: This program provides a structured support s
 ystem that helps our patients keep their beloved pets with them as long as
  possible. It also assists with boarding and adoption costs when necessary
 \, after a patient passes.\n\n\nProfessional Music Therapy: Our two full-t
 ime music therapists offer personalized musical sessions\, bringing comfor
 t and joy to patients and families during difficult times.\n\nThe Vets\, 
 Pets & Music Fest will support these three very meaningful programs. \nWi
 th your help\, Community Hospice & Palliative Care can continue to provide
  our patients with compassionate care (and the “extras”) that will enh
 ance their quality of life and time with family. \nClick here to learn mor
 e
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013532Z
LOCATION:Treasure Camp Restaurant\, 15429 NW 46th Lane\, Chiefland\, 32626
 \, United States
URL:https://www.communityhospice.com/event/north-central-florida-inaugural
 -vets-pets-music-fest/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Hospice
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.communityhospice.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:F.Y.P. + Tiltwheel + Jumpstarted Plowhards + Flagman + The Valterr
 a Dragons + Gottlieb + Seagulls + Shehehe + Christy Costello + Evening Sta
 ndards + Middle-Aged Queers
DTSTART:20261025T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013523Z
UID:gainesvilleshows-8954d6f111@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:2PM\n\nSource: GainesvilleShows.com — https://www.gainesvill
 eshows.com/event/2026-10-25-boca-fiesta-fyp
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013523Z
LOCATION:Boca Fiesta\, 232 Southeast 1st Street 32601
URL:https://www.gainesvilleshows.com/event/2026-10-25-boca-fiesta-fyp
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Vets\, Pets & Music Fest
DTSTART:20261108T180000Z
DTEND:20261108T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013532Z
UID:6883-1794142800-1794153600@www.communityhospice.com
CATEGORIES:community,festival,music
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual Vets\, Pets & Music Fest\nGreen Turtle Tavern\, 14 
 S 3rd Street\, Fernandina Beach\, FL 32034\nSunday\, Nov 08 \n1 to 4 p.m.
 \nJoin us for the third annual Vets\, Pets & Music Fest on November 8\, 20
 26\, at the Green Turtle Tavern in Fernandina Beach from 1 to 4 p.m.\nThis
  one-of-a-kind fundraising event brings awareness to and supports our vete
 ran\, Pet Peace of Mind and music therapy programs. \nCommunity Hospice & 
 Palliative Care is an innovative national leader in palliative and hospice
  care. But did you know that many of the programs and services available t
 o our patients and families are often unfunded or underfunded by insurance
 ? Just a few of these impactful “extras” include: \n\nHonoring Veteran
 s: Through specialized pinning ceremonies and the display of service branc
 h flags outside their rooms in our inpatient centers\, we pay tribute to v
 eterans and their families.\n\n\nPet Peace of Mind Program: This program p
 rovides a structured support system that helps our patients keep their bel
 oved pets with them as long as possible. It also assists with boarding and
  adoption costs when necessary\, after a patient passes.\n\n\nProfessional
  Music Therapy: Our two full-time music therapists offer personalized musi
 cal sessions\, bringing comfort and joy to patients and families during di
 fficult times.\n\nThe Vets\, Pets & Music Fest will support these three 
 very meaningful programs. \nWith your help\, Community Hospice & Palliativ
 e Care can continue to provide our patients with compassionate care (and t
 he “extras”) that will enhance their quality of life and time with fam
 ily. \nClick here to learn more
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013532Z
LOCATION:Green Turtle Tavern\, 14 S 3rd Street\, Fernandina Beach\, FL\, 3
 2034\, United States
URL:https://www.communityhospice.com/event/3rd-annual-vets-pets-music-fest
 /
X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Hospice
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.communityhospice.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tom Petty Weekend\, November 13-15
DTSTART:20261113T230000Z
DTEND:20261114T023000Z
DTSTAMP:20260816T060806Z
UID:visitgainesville-d40efb6c7b@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,music
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the music and legacy of Gainesville native Tom Petty
  during Tom Petty Weekend at Heartwood Soundstage. This three-day festival
  brings together nationally touring artists\, local musicians and devoted 
 fans for performances across indoor and outdoor stages. The weekend featur
 es tribute sets\, original music\, special VIP experiences and a welcoming
  atmosphere that honors one of rock’s most influential songwriters. Fami
 lies are welcome\, and children 18 and younger receive free admission\, ma
 king it a memorable weekend for music lovers of all ages.\n\nSource: Visit
  Gainesville — https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/tom-petty-weekend/
 2026-11-13/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T060806Z
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 Main St.\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/tom-petty-weekend/2026-11-13/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Jerk & Jam Festival
DTSTART:20261114T170000Z
DTEND:20261115T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260814T061957Z
UID:10000670-1794657600-1794765600@www.saturdayshoppes.com
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:u003cpu003eGet ready for a day where smoky flavors meet smooth
  Ru0026amp\;B vibes. The Ribs u0026amp\; Ru0026amp\;B Festival is rolling 
 into the Oaks Mall\, bringing mouthwatering eats\, live entertainment\, an
 d family‑friendly fun for the whole community.u003c/pu003enu003ch3u003eW
 hat is Ribs u0026amp\; Ru0026amp\;B Festival?u003c/h3u003enu003cpu003eWhet
 her you’re coming for the food\, the music\, or the vibes\, this festiva
 l brings the heat in all the right ways.u003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu
 003eDelicious Ribs u0026amp\; BBQ Favorites - slow‑smoked\, sauced up\, 
 and served hotu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eLive Ru0026amp\;B Entertainment - 
 soulful performances that set the perfect grooveu003c/liu003enu003cliu003e
 Local Vendors u0026amp\; Shopping - unique finds\, handmade goods\, and mo
 reu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eFamily Friendly - bring the kids\, bring the c
 rew\, bring the good energyu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eFree Admission u0026a
 mp\; Free Parking - easy\, fun\, and open to allu003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003
 e \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n45
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T061957Z
LOCATION:Oaks Mall\, 6419 New Berry Rd\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32605\, United
  States
URL:https://www.saturdayshoppes.com/event/11-14-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Saturday Shoppes
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.saturdayshoppes.com/event/9-12-26
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tom Petty Weekend\, November 13-15
DTSTART:20261114T180000Z
DTEND:20261115T033000Z
DTSTAMP:20260817T000744Z
UID:visitgainesville-c1623b060e@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,music
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the music and legacy of Gainesville native Tom Petty
  during Tom Petty Weekend at Heartwood Soundstage. This three-day festival
  brings together nationally touring artists\, local musicians and devoted 
 fans for performances across indoor and outdoor stages. The weekend featur
 es tribute sets\, original music\, special VIP experiences and a welcoming
  atmosphere that honors one of rock’s most influential songwriters. Fami
 lies are welcome\, and children 18 and younger receive free admission\, ma
 king it a memorable weekend for music lovers of all ages.\n\nSource: Visit
  Gainesville — https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/tom-petty-weekend/
 2026-11-14/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T000744Z
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 Main St.\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/tom-petty-weekend/2026-11-14/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tom Petty Weekend\, November 13-15
DTSTART:20261115T190000Z
DTEND:20261116T023000Z
DTSTAMP:20260818T060839Z
UID:visitgainesville-35969d6fd4@gainesvilleevents.com
CATEGORIES:festival,music
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the music and legacy of Gainesville native Tom Petty
  during Tom Petty Weekend at Heartwood Soundstage. This three-day festival
  brings together nationally touring artists\, local musicians and devoted 
 fans for performances across indoor and outdoor stages. The weekend featur
 es tribute sets\, original music\, special VIP experiences and a welcoming
  atmosphere that honors one of rock’s most influential songwriters. Fami
 lies are welcome\, and children 18 and younger receive free admission\, ma
 king it a memorable weekend for music lovers of all ages.\n\nSource: Visit
  Gainesville — https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/tom-petty-weekend/
 2026-11-15/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T060839Z
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 Main St.\, Gainesville
URL:https://www.visitgainesville.com/event/tom-petty-weekend/2026-11-15/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Gainesville Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gainesvilleevents.com/music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Caribbean Street Fest
DTSTART:20261212T210000Z
DTEND:20261213T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260822T182114Z
UID:10000658-1797091200-1797105600@www.saturdayshoppes.com
CATEGORIES:family,festival,food,music
DESCRIPTION:Feel the island breeze\, hear the reggae rhythms\, and taste t
 he bold flavors of the Caribbean all right here at the Oaks Mall. Caribbea
 n Street Fest brings together the best of island culture with food\, music
 \, shopping\, and family fun for everyone. \n\nAuthentic Caribbean Food - 
 jerk\, curry\, plantains\, tropical treats\, and more\nLive Reggae & Islan
 d Beats - feel‑good music all day\nLocal Vendors & Artisans - shop uniqu
 e finds and handmade goods\nFamily Friendly - kids\, parents\, all are wel
 come\nFree Admission & Free Parking - easy\, fun\, and open to all\n\nWhat
  is the Caribbean Street Fest?\nWhether you’re craving island flavor\, r
 eady to dance\, or just looking for a lively day out\, Caribbean Street Fe
 st brings the sunshine and the vibes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n45
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T182114Z
LOCATION:Oaks Mall\, 6419 New Berry Rd\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32605\, United
  States
URL:https://www.saturdayshoppes.com/event/8-22-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Saturday Shoppes
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.saturdayshoppes.com/event/9-12-26
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Florida Carillon Festival
DTSTART:20270116T233000Z
DTEND:20270117T001500Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013540Z
UID:31611-1800124200-1800126900@arts.ufl.edu
CATEGORIES:festival
DESCRIPTION:The Florida Carillon Festival brings guest artists from across
  the world to perform on the 61-bell carillon in Century Tower. Feel free 
 to bring lawn chairs\, blankets (and even a light lunch!) while you enjoy 
 the performance. Program details may be found near the base of the tower. 
 The best listening locations are at least 100 feet away from the tower —
  if you can see the bells at the top of the tower\, you’ve found a great
  place!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013540Z
LOCATION:Century Tower\, 375 Newell Dr\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32611\, United
  States
URL:https://arts.ufl.edu/event/florida-carillon-festival/
X-SOURCE-NAME:University of Florida | College of the Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arts.ufl.edu/event/afro-roots-fest-gainesville-2023
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR