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What To Do
From outdoor activities to amazing cultural experiences, there are endless ways to Explore Gainesville!
Where To Stay
Gainesville offers a wide range of accommodations from modern comforts to cozy lodging. Sweet Dreams!
Where To Dine
Gainesville’s dining options are diverse just like the people, culture, activities and attractions!
Where To Go
Gainesville’s annual event season is full of fun events for the whole family!
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, Food Truck Fridays and so much more!
Ekphrasis for the Masses – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center for this welcoming and fun poetry session to learn…
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Food Truck Fridays – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Food Truck Fridays are rockin’ all summer long at Lake Lanier Olympic Park!
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First Friday Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
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Ekphrasis for the Masses – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center for this welcoming and fun poetry session to learn…
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Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Join us in September 6th, 2025 for the annual Lake Lanier Hong Kong Dragon Boat…
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Ekphrasis for the Masses – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center for this welcoming and fun poetry session to learn…
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✨ What's Happening This Weekend? ✨
Make plans to explore Gainesville this weekend!
📅 Friday
🎶 First Friday Concert featuring Smokey Jones Band by Downtown Gainesville
🎸 Live Music at Cork It Gainesville & Tap It Growlers
🛍️ Midland Market at NoFo Brew Co Gainesville
💃 DJ Dance Party at Big Daddy's Honkytonk
🎧 EDCOY at Decoy Gainesville
🤘 Jeremy's Ten at The Hall at Bourbon Brothers - Gainesville
🎤 Live Music at Blackstrap Rock Hall
📅 Saturday
😂 Comedy Night at The Hall at Bourbon Brothers - Gainesville
🎶 Live Music at Wild Wing Cafe & Big Daddy's Honkytonk
💃 Salsa Saturdays at El Salvador Restaurant
🎸 Live Music at BlackStrap Rock Hall
📅 Sunday
🎵 Sunday Serenades at The Hall at Bourbon Brothers - Gainesville
🎙️ Full Band Open Mic at BlackStrap Rock Hall
And more! What are your weekend plans? Let us know below! 👇
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Gainesville was honored to host the 2026 NCAA Divisions I, II & III Women’s Rowing Championships! 🌊🏅
Thank you to the NCAA and all the student‑athletes, coaches, and fans who brought such incredible energy to Lake Lanier.
NCAA celebrated the Women's Rowing Championships' success by sending a special shoutout to our dedicated leadership team — Robyn Lynch, Aaron Mullican, James Watson, Ericka Wilson and David Wright — along with the many City of Gainesville, Georgia Personnel and hundreds of volunteers for helping deliver a smooth, memorable championship experience.
We’re proud to support events that uplift student‑athletes and showcase Gainesville on the national stage!
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There's always something new to discover in Downtown Gainesville. 🌿🛍️
Whether you're shopping local, grabbing a bite to eat, or simply enjoying a walk beneath the trees, every visit offers a chance to explore something new.
📍What's your favorite spot in Downtown Gainesville?
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