WHAT’S Alachua County, FL 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 March 11-17, 2021 Safety First. Be Informed About COVID19 In Alachua County, certain types of businesses require masks. Masks or face coverings are also required when social distancing is not possible. For additional details on the requirement as well as any exemption information please the latest County Emergency Order found at the Alachua County COVID19 Community Resource Portal at AlachuaCounty.us. For additional Coronavirus (COVID-19) information visit Facebook.com/ AlachuaCounty, call the Coronavirus Information Line at 866-779-6121, visit FloridaHealth.gov and CDC.gov Make History at the 52nd Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals – Feel the Roar of 10,000 Horsepower Thursday, March 11 – Sunday, March 14 | Gainesville Raceway 11211 N CR 225, Gainesville, FL 32609 For the first time in 70 years, the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season opener launches off the line from Gainesville. The Gatornationals, one of the sport’s most prestigious events, has seen history made with the first Top Fuel 300 mph pass and first Pro Stock Motorcycle 200 mph pass from the historic Gainesville Raceway. Masks are required. Get tickets and see spectator guidelines at NHRA.com. Kick Back with Fresh Air and Fresh Sounds at Indie Live Outdoors with Saint Simon and Take Lead Saturday, March 13, 9:30 p.m. | Heartwood Soundstage 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601 Heartwood Soundstage and Swamp Records present an evening of indie rock and pop from the outdoor stage. Indie Live, the new socially distant outdoor concert series, features plenty of outdoor space to set up a chair or lay down a blanket. Gainesville indie-rock band Saint Simon are joined by Take Lead with riff-driven indie pop from Orlando. Tickets available online or at the door. Danscompany Dazzles Audiences of All Ages with Cinderella at the Phillips Center Friday, March 12, 7 p.m., Saturday, March 13, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. | UF Phillips Center 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL 32611 Danscompany, the resident company of Cameron’s Dance Center presents the magical fairytale of Cinderella, her stepsisters and a little glass slipper in three acts. See the fairy godmother transform Cinderella attend the Ball and dance with the Prince before the clock strikes midnight. See a preview of the performance online. Have a Blast at Jazz on the Green with the Joe Breidenstine Quartet Saturday, March 13, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Celebration Pointe 4949 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608 Trumpeter Joe Breidenstine has performed around the world. Some of his most memorable performances have been with Lou Rawls, Tito Puente, Jon Faddis, George Benson, David “fathead” Newman and many others. Grab food and drinks from nearby restaurants, spread a blanket under the setting sun and catch live music on the outdoor stage. For a complete listing of this weekend’s events visit: http://bit.ly/whatsgood311 To get What’s Good delivered straight to your inbox: TEXT “WhatsGood” to 22828 or visit: http://bit.ly/WhatsGoodAlachuaCounty WHAT’S Alachua County, FL 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 March 11-17, 2021 Listen to Gritty Texas Blues Rock Tunes from the Ally Venable Band Sunday, March 14, 8 p.m. | High Dive 210 SW 2nd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601 A powerhouse from the Lone Star State, the Ally Venable Band has ignited excitement in the modern blues scene. Don’t miss this up-and-coming band on their Gainesville stop, as they rock Florida stages this spring. The 2018 release Puppet Show debuted at #7 on the Billboard Blues Charts. Ally Venable is joined by Bobby Wallace on bass, Elijah Owings on drums and Fernando De Los Santos on keys. Watch a Parade, Meet Local Artists with Family-Friendly Fun at Art at Archer Depot Saturday, March 13, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Archer Historical Society 16994 SW 134th Ave., Archer, FL 32618 The historic City of Archer comes alive with a grand parade, family friendly activities, arts, crafts, food vendors and live entertainment throughout the day. Step back in history and explore the Depot Museum. Parade starts at 10 a.m. Find Inspired Jewelry, Crafts and More at the AUK Market Spring Pop-Up Series Saturday, March 13, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. | The AUK Market 2031 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609 This weekend features original art, crafts, plants and vintage goods from Homecoming Spirit, Nature of Fire, Hamiltonesque and more. Enjoy live music, tarot card readings and food from Mexi Cocina Mobile Kitchen. Next door, grab coffee and gluten free muffin, brownie or scone at Curia on the Drag. Watch a St. Patty’s Movie Matinee with an Outdoor Screening of “Song of the Sea” Sunday, March 14, 3 p.m. | Celebration Pointe 4949 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608 Song of the Sea is an animated story following Ben, a ten-year-old boy, and his sister on a wild adventure. Tickets include a gift bag with snacks, St. Patrick’s Day craft, coloring page and use of an audio headset. Tempt Your Tastebuds with Tasty Bites at the Spring Food Truck Rally Sunday, March 14, 4 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40th Pl., Gainesville, FL 32606 With plenty of outdoor space to relax and dine, One Love Cafe presents an evening of live music and food trucks including Cilantro Tacos, Taste Food Truck, Monsta Lobsta, Kona Ice just to name a few. Food options range from tacos, BBQ, lobster rolls, desserts and more with drinks available from One Love Cafe. Browse and Brew … Find Vintage Vendors with Florida Vintage Market at C&G Sunday, March 14 | Cypress & Grove Brewing Company 1001 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601 A variety of vendors feature vintage garments, handmade goods and original art. Select from Always True Co., Dripped Out Vintage, Loot Hub, Willow Gardens and more. Add to your shopping experience with food from Big Lee’s Barbeque. This publication contains information about events, venues and activities in Alachua County, Florida. Reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the information is accurate. We are not responsible for errors or omissions in the information provided. For complete details, contact the host directly. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. Without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing paragraph, we do not represent, warrant, undertake or guarantee that the information is correct, accurate, complete or non-misleading. 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