Fall is the perfect time to explore Gainesvilles bohemian and artistic side. With its vibrant, eclectic, youthful, lush, collegiate, and progressive nature comes a wide range of events that celebrate all things fall. From pumpkin patches to art festivals to football games, theres no shortage of things to do in this Floridian city during autumn.
One mustvisit event is the Downtown Festival & Art Show (Downtown Gainesville). Taking place from November 6th to 7th, it brings together over 240 artists who showcase their unique creations ranging from photography to sculpture. Visitors can stroll through historic downtown while enjoying live music and food vendors.
Another great option is the Alachua County Fair (Alachua County Fairgrounds). Running between October 22nd 31st; visitors can enjoy carnival rides and local fair foods like funnel cakes whilst watching livestock shows including cow milking contest or tractor pulling competitions.
For sports enthusiasts looking for some college action under beautiful fall weather should head over Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field on September 18th as University of Florida Gators face Alabama Crimson Tide in what promises to be an exciting matchup.
Lastly but not leastly,music aficionados cannot miss The Fest taking places in various venues across downtown from October 29th 31st . This punk rock festival attracts fans from all over with bands performing backtoback throughout the weekend .
Whatever activity suits your interest ,dont forget weaing light layers as temperatures vary quite drastically throughout day especially for outdoor events.
Dont miss out on these mustdo fall events that encapsulate fatigue charm of Gainsville!
Locations:
Downtown Festival & Art Show: Various locations along E University Ave zip code:32601
Alachua CountyFairgrounds :3100 NE39th Ave, zip code:32609
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field :157 Gale Lemerand Dr,zip code: 32611
The Fest: Various venues in downtown area ,zip code:32601
Website and Twitter handles:
Downtown Festival & Art Show Website and Twitter handle:@GvlArtFestival
Alachua County Fair Website and Twitter handle:@alachuacountyfair
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field Website andTwitter handle:@FloridaGators
The Fest website :http://thefestfl.com/, @TheFestFl.
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Gainesville, FL
United States
Alachua County Fairgrounds
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Gainesville, FL
United States