As Alachua County’s yearlong Bicentennial celebration ends, a new episode of Alachua County Talks is now available, featuring Alachua County Historical Commission members Trey Asner and Ashley Wood. In the episode, Asner and Wood explore Alachua County’s rich history, from the Indigenous tribes who first populated the area to the arts, nature, and culture that shape the community today. “Our Discover 200 celebration, which kicked off with the music festival in January 2025, has been an amazing s

📯 Sound the trumpets as the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire returns to Gainesville’s Depot Park for its 39th year as a family-friendly festival of knights, live entertainment, period costumes, and olde-world crafts. Keep the celebration going at Heartwood Soundstage’s unofficial afterparty, featuring a costume contest, dancing, and more. ☀️📚 The Sunshine State Book Festival fills the weekend with author talks, book signings, and activities for book lovers of all ages. Afrofuturism Week kicks off wit

EXPLORE OUTDOORS 🌳 Embark on an outdoor adventure in Alachua County, home to eight remarkable Florida State Parks. 🦬 Spot roaming bison, wild horses and alligators at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park 🍃 Descend into the lush sinkhole at Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park 🥾 Hike, bike, or ride horseback through San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park 🏕️ Camp under the stars at O’Leno State Park, where the Santa Fe River disappears undergound before reemerging at River Rise Preserve St