Events

The Art of Death: Plein air painting at Evergreen Cemetery

18 Oct 2026 Evergreen Cemetery is hosting a plein air art event. Artists will capture the natural beauty of Evergreen Cemetery starting on Saturday, Oct. 10 at 9 a.m. through Sunday, Oct. 18 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. An art reception will be hosted from 5-8p.m. on Halloween, Saturday, Oct. 31 where original works of art will be available for purchase.

Evergreen Cemetery, 401 SE 21st Ave.,  32641

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Steppin’ Into Dance with Smooth Flava

18 Oct 2026 Learn and dance a variety of dance styles including Line Dance, Chicago Steppin', Swing Dance and Urban Ballroom. Every Sunday at Rosa B. Williams Center from 4-7 p.m.

Rosa B. Williams Center, 524 NW 1st,  32601

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JRS Steppers

19 Oct 2026 Introductory-intermediate Chicago Style Stepping and Detroit Urban Ballroom Dance. Intended for adults of all ages. Fee: FREE

Rosa B. Williams Center, 524 NW 1st,  32601

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Dance Camp: Dance of the Balkans and other Regions

19 Oct 2026 Learn dances from around the world done to authentic ethnic music. Balkans, Middle Eastern, African and more. Intended for all ages. Fee: $5

Rosa B. Williams Center, 524 NW 1st,  32601

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Gainesville Scottish Country Dance

20 Oct 2026 Learn and practice Scottish Country Dancing, a social form of dance carried over from Scotland when they migrated to the US. Intended for adults of all ages. Fee: $5

Rosa B. Williams Center, 524 NW 1st,  32601

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Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue

21 Oct 2026 Join Gainesville Fire Rescue for this free event series to learn about health with fun activities and connect with community partners in a family-friendly space!

Clarence R. Kelly Center, 1701 NE Eighth Ave.,  32641

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Barnyard Buddies

21 Oct 2026 Meet and learn about the farm animals at Morningside on Wednesdays at 3 p.m. - 4 p.m., September through May.

Morningside Nature Center Living History Farm, 3540 E. University Ave.,  32641

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