The Boathouse

Introducing the City of Gainesville's
newest, premier lakeside event venue...
Now Booking on Lake Lanier!
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Historic City Hall

Where historic charm and
modern sophistication collide...
Now Booking in Downtown Gainesville!
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What To Do

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Where To Stay

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Where To Dine

Gainesville’s dining options are diverse just like the people, culture, activities and attractions!

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Where To Go

Gainesville’s annual event season is full of fun events for the whole family!

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Upcoming Events

Save the date, or rather save the DATES, because Gainesville’s calendar is filled with exciting events. Join us for annual events such as the Chicken Festival, Jingle Mingle, Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, First Fridays, Beach Bash, Food Truck Fridays and so much more!

May 1, 2024 Blue Sky Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us for lunch on the Downtown Square and enjoy our Blue Sky Concert series!
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May 3, 2024 First Friday Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
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May 8, 2024 Blue Sky Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us for lunch on the Downtown Square and enjoy our Blue Sky Concert series!
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May 15, 2024 Blue Sky Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us for lunch on the Downtown Square and enjoy our Blue Sky Concert series!
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May 17, 2024 Food Truck Fridays – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Food Truck Fridays are rockin’ all summer long at Lake Lanier Olympic Park!
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May 22, 2024 Blue Sky Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us for lunch on the Downtown Square and enjoy our Blue Sky Concert series!
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1 day ago
Explore Gainesville

See you TOMORROW on the Midland Greenway in Downtown Gainesville for Skate the City! 🛹🛼🚴‍♂️
Bring your skate boards, roller skates, roller blades, bikes, scooters, strollers… if it rolls without a motor, roll on down for some fun!
Event details: www.exploregainesville.org/skate-the-city/
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See you TOMORROW on the Midland Greenway in Downtown Gainesville for Skate the City! 🛹🛼🚴‍♂️
Bring your skate boards, roller skates, roller blades, bikes, scooters, strollers… if it rolls without a motor, roll on down for some fun!
Event details: https://www.exploregainesville.org/skate-the-city/
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#gainesvillega #midlandgreenway #exploregainesville #lakelanier #downtowngainesville #skateboard #rollerblade #scootersImage attachment
2 days ago
Explore Gainesville

This time next week we will be gearing up for the 1st First Friday Concert of 2024!! 🎤✨
Party with us and Hot Flash on the Downtown Gainesville square next Friday (5/3) from 7-10pm! Event details: www.exploregainesville.org/first-friday-concerts/
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#gainesvillega #lakelanier #exploregainesville #downtowngainesville #summer #summerconcert
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This time next week we will be gearing up for the 1st First Friday Concert of 2024!! 🎤✨
Party with us and Hot Flash on the Downtown Gainesville square next Friday (5/3) from 7-10pm! Event details: https://www.exploregainesville.org/first-friday-concerts/
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#gainesvillega #lakelanier #exploregainesville #downtowngainesville #summer #summerconcert
4 days ago
Explore Gainesville

Join us for lunch on the historic square in Downtown Gainesville and enjoy the Blue Sky Concert series! ☀️🎶
Enjoy live music under the beautiful spring blue skies on the square from 11:30am - 1:30pm each Wednesday in May!
• May 1st: Andrew Lilly
• May 8th: Eduardo Cautiño
• May 15th: Rodney Appleby
• May 22nd: Chad Bowmar
• May 29th: OUT PAST NINE

For more information, visit our website:
www.exploregainesville.org/blue-sky-concerts/
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#gainesvillega #downtowngainesvillega #lakelanier #livemusic #summer
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Join us for lunch on the historic square in Downtown Gainesville  and enjoy the Blue Sky Concert series! ☀️🎶
Enjoy live music under the beautiful spring blue skies on the square from 11:30am - 1:30pm each Wednesday in May!
• May 1st: Andrew Lilly
• May 8th: Eduardo Cautiño
• May 15th: Rodney Appleby
• May 22nd: Chad Bowmar
• May 29th: OUT PAST NINE

For more information, visit our website:
www.exploregainesville.org/blue-sky-concerts/
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#gainesvillega #downtowngainesvillega #lakelanier #livemusic #summer
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