Downtown Gainesville

Get Around Downtown!

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Downtown GVL Events

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The City of Gainesville is proud to announce an expanded Gainesville Trolley fleet will return for the spring/summer!

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First Friday Concerts continue on the Downtown Gainesville Square!

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Give the gift of Local with Main Street Money certificates!

 

Looking to Participate in Downtown GVL Events?

Contact Explore Gainesville staff for more information on how your business or organization can participate in events hosted by Downtown Gainesville!

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Karen Ahedo
Downtown Special Events Manager (770) 297-1141
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Nicole Parham
Economic Development Specialist (770) 538-4944

Upcoming Events

Discover what’s happening in the heart of Gainesville and make plans to join the fun!

July 26, 2025 Die Laughing: Comedy Night – Blue Door
Comedy Nights are back at Blue Door, Gainesville’s hidden gem above Sanctuary on the Square!…
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July 27, 2025 Let There Be Rock School Students Showcase – Blackstrap Rock Hall
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of live music as the students of Let There…
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August 1, 2025 First Friday Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
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