Whats Good Events Guide October 3-6 Gainesville and Alachua County
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WHAT’S GOOD. ALACHUA | ARCHER | GAINESVILLE | HAWTHORNE | HIGH SPRINGS | LA CROSSE | MICANOPY | NEWBERRY | WALDO Plan your weekend with the official events guide from Visit Gainesville, Alachua County October 3-6, 2019 Get in Step with the Festivities – Enjoy UF Mascots Albert and Alberta, Marching Bands, Cheerleaders, Floats and More at the UF Homecoming Parade Friday, October 4, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. | University Ave. Over 120 organizations march down University Avenue during this cherished community tradition. Find your seat along the parade route and join thousands of fans cheer on the Gator Nation. Parade-goers can also experience the local community through the street vendors lining University Avenue, bringing joy and full stomachs through pizza, snow cones, sandwiches, and more. Stand Up and Holler! Feel the Excitement at Gator Growl, the Nation’s Largest Student-run Pep Rally Friday, October 4, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Flavet Field 2307 Woodlawn St., Gainesville, FL 32611 Country music stars Chase Rice, LANCO and Blanco Brown headline the flagship homecoming event. The evening is hosted by YouTube sensation Scooter Magruder and includes appearances by Gator athletes, UF Cheerleaders, the Dazzlers and Pride of the Sunshine Marching Band. Tickets available at TicketMaster. Cheer for the Orange and Blue as the UF Gators Battle the Auburn Tigers in an SEC Top 10 Matchup Saturday, October 5, 3:30 p.m. | Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 121 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, Florida 32608 It’s hard to beat the experience of watching Gator football on homecoming weekend. Fans can expect an amped up pre-game scene. Arrive early for the Gator Walk Village, the Official Swamp Head Tailgate, Fan Fest and more. ESPN’s College Gameday will broadcast from Plaza of the Americas on Saturday morning. Visit the Quaint Shops of Downtown High Springs at First Friday Friday, October 4, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Downtown High Springs Take a leisurely stroll at First Fridays in High Springs and enjoy the local food and craft brewery scene followed by a stroll downtown to visit the eclectic shops that stay open late with sales and specials for visitors to enjoy. Unique Notions celebrates its one-year anniversary with sales, snacks and wine. Treat Your Ears to the Incomparable Guitar Sounds of one of Brazil’s Finest Guitarists, Ulisses Rocha Thursday, October 3, 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Heartwood Soundstage 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601 Ulisses Rocha has achieved international acclaim with his performances in festivals around the world. His unique style is a mix of Brazilian, classical and jazz. Opening for Rocha is guitarist Erik Abernathy. For a complete listing of this weekend’s events visit: bit.ly/whatsgood103 WHAT’S GOOD. ALACHUA | ARCHER | GAINESVILLE | HAWTHORNE | HIGH SPRINGS | LA CROSSE | MICANOPY | NEWBERRY | WALDO Plan your weekend with the official events guide from Visit Gainesville, Alachua County October 3-6, 2019 Stomp Your Feet with Gumbo Limbo at the Free Fridays Concert Series Friday, October 4, 8 p.m – 10 p.m. | Bo Diddley Plaza, Downtown Gainesville Gumbo Limbo plays the Cajun, Creole and zydeco dance music of Louisiana. Their sweet and soulful swamp pop and classic country injected with spicy Louisiana accordion never fails to put folks in a honky-tonk state of mind. This show is part of the Free Fridays Concert Series, the region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series under the stars. Look for Clues on Opening Weekend for A Party to Murder at High Springs Playhouse 3 shows per week October 4 – 27 | High Springs Playhouse 23416 W US Hwy. 27, High Springs, FL 32643 A rustic island cottage is the setting as six people arrive in secret on Halloween to play a murder mystery game. Secret passageways, incriminating letters, hidden compartments, bodies in the window seat and a twenty five year old unsolved mystery twist and turn toward the unexpected and terrifying conclusion. Written by Marcia Kash, Douglas E. Hughes and directed by Katy Lasiter. Experience Thrilling Tales from the Water at the 2019 World Paddling Tour Film Festival Saturday, October 5, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Prairie Creek Lodge 7204 SE County Rd. 234, Gainesville, FL 32641 The Paddling Film Festival is an international adventure film tour presenting the world’s best paddling films of the year – whitewater, sea kayaking, canoeing, SUP, action and lifestyle – in more than 120 cities and towns across Canada, United States and around the world. Savor New Releases and Enjoy Live Music at First Magnitude Brewery’s Homecoming Bash + Dash Friday, October 4, 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. | First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St., Gainesville, FL 32601 After driving their beer float in the parade, the brewery will set the stage for live music all day and the can release of Mango Lassi Sour. At 8 p.m., the warehouse turns into a 90’s gymnasium to host an old school dance party into the night. Laugh Out Loud at the Fake Famous Comedy Tour Friday, October 4, 9:30 p.m. | University Auditorium 333 Newell Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611 UF Black Alumni Reunion presents a comedy showcase featuring comedian Barry S. Naylor II, Nod Ross and Rich Broke ENT. Listen to a Creative Exploration of Chamber Music with the Grammy-winning Ying Quartet Sunday, October 6, 2 p.m. | University Auditorium 333 Newell Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611 For nearly three decades, Ying Quartet has been gifting listeners fearless, imaginative chamber music, firmly establishing itself as an ensemble of the highest caliber. For a complete listing of this weekend’s events visit: bit.ly/whatsgood103.