Whats Good Events Guide September 2-8 Gainesville and Alachua County

Plan your weekend with the official events guide from Visit Gainesville, Alachua County September 2-8, 2021 Be Informed. The below information was accurate at the time of publishing. Due to the current fluctuating environment, please contact organizers directly to double check details.

Individual business in Alachua County may have masking and distancing requirements at their private establishments. We encourage you to become familiar with businesses, venues and attractions you intend to visit and to reach out directly to these establishments should you have questions regarding their current public health and safety procedures.

Cheer on the Orange and Blue as the Florida Gators Host FAU Saturday, September 4, 7:30 p.m. | Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611 The 2021 football season kicks off as Gators Football takes on Florida Atlantic University at The Swamp. Arrive early and enjoy Gators Fan Fest at Gate 2 of the O’Connell Center and cheer on players at Gator Walk. Find game day details including parking, mobile ticketing, and more at FloridaGators.com.

Celebrate Game Day Weekend at Chomp the Block Friday, September 3, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Celebration Pointe 4949 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608 Before the Gators take to the Swamp on Saturday, Celebration Pointe hosts Chomp the Block, a pre-game event featuring fun, food, drinks, live music by Little Jake and the Soul Searchers, UF celebrity appearances and good times presented by GameDay Vodka. From 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., the family-friendly Entertainment Zone features bounce houses, balloon animals, face painting and more.

Grab a Craft Beer While Browsing One-of-a-Kind Gifts at Hops & Shop Saturday, September 4, 11 a.m. | High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St., High Springs, FL 32643 Find unique arts and crafts from more than 20 vendors at High Springs Brewing Company. Grab a bite from Nacho Sweets and 29:11 BBQ. Hang out and watch the Gators on the big screen starting at 7:30 p.m.

Swing for the Bottom of the Cup at the Pink Flamingo Diner’s Mini Golf Course Open Daily | Pink Flamingo Diner 19726 Hwy 441, High Springs, FL 32643 The professionally designed 18-hole course features water features and tropical landscaping. Challenge your skills and learn about natural resources like freshwater springs with educational displays along the way. Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy Midnight Mini Golf under the lights until 12 a.m. After your round, grab a treat at the coffee and ice cream kiosk located next to the course. Head into the Pink Flamingo Diner for craft beer and craft cocktails, a made-from-scratch menu with vegan and gluten-free options and live music on the weekends.

Plan your weekend with the official events guide from Visit Gainesville, Alachua County September 2-8, 2021

Take a Walk on the Wild Side and Book a Labor Day Weekend Wildlife Tour Saturday, September 4 and Monday, September 6 Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation 8528 E County Rd. 225, Gainesville, FL 32609 Carson Springs is located on 275 acres of lush Florida woods and farmland. It is home to approximately 30 rare and endangered species and over 100 animals. Meet the animals and book your tour online here. Photo by Rafael Hernandez

Treat Your Senses to Stirring Vocal Harmonies from The Currys Friday, September 3, 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Heartwood Soundstage 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601 Heartwood favorites The Currys return for an outdoor show. Brothers Jimmy and Tommy and cousin Galen have been playing music together for most of their lives. Their voices blend like only family can into harmony-based folk-rock and unique take on country nostalgia.

Southern Rock with Wild Blue Yonder at the Free Fridays Concert Series Friday, September 3, 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Bo Diddley Plaza Downtown Gainesville Wild Blue Yonder formed in 2015 with Allan Lowe and Jeff Sims, band members of Dixie Desperados. Their brand of Southern country rock features classic hits and their own original tracks.

Join a Discussion of Literature and History a Fiction from the Florida Frontier Saturday, September 4, 4 p.m. | Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601 James Chapin shares his debut novel “Ride South Until the Sawgrass.” Set during the tumultuous years of the Florida Territory’s Second Seminole War and early statehood “Ride South Until the Sawgrass” follows the intertwined lives of the Primrose and Quinto families told through four tales.

Savor Great Food, Music and Good Times at the Country Music, Beer & BBQ Festival Saturday, September 4, 1 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Marz Park 8710 SW 170th St., Archer, FL 32618 Enjoy food prepared by barbeque teams from across the southeast. The music lineup includes the R Lynn Road band, country-rap artist Kendall Tucker and two-time Grammy nominee and CMA award-winner James Otto.

Get Funky with Retro Soul Vibes from The Savants of Soul Friday, September 3, 8 p.m. | High Dive 210 SW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601 The Savants of Soul are a 9-piece retro-soul group performing original soul music inspired by the sounds of the 1960s, contemporary retro-soul groups and the group’s diverse collection of influences ranging from punk to hip-hop to Chicago blues.

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