# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Gainesville

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Gainesville with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Christmas
- **Display Name**: Christmas events
- **Type**: other

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## About

As Christmas draws near in the Gainesville in 2026, mark your calendars for a taste of festive enchantment! Beyond the traditional gatherings at home, exploring during this festive season can be enchanting. Whether planning a family trip or going solo, there's a sleigh-load of festive fairs, holiday craft shows, and Christmas services in the Gainesville waiting to be explored. Check out the best events and parties in Gainesville to make your Christmas unforgettable, and get ready for a season of joy and celebration!

## Christmas Events in Gainesville

- **Event Name**: The Nutcracker at Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun Dec 20 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gainesville/the-nutcracker-at-curtis-m-phillips-center-for-performing-arts/2400030482147109
  - **Venue**: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gainesville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at The Hippodrome Theatre under
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  - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Dec 18 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gainesville/candlelight-christmas-carols-on-strings/2700030036325413
  - **Venue**: The Hippodrome Theatre
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  - **Price**: USD 39 to 66
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, Art, Theatre, performances
- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Christmas Classics
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gainesville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Classics at The Hippodrome Theatre under the gentl
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  - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 08:30 pm – Fri Dec 18 2026 at 10:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gainesville/candlelight-christmas-classics/2700030036324603
  - **Venue**: The Hippodrome Theatre
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  - **Price**: USD 39 to 66
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, Art, Theatre, performances
- **Event Name**: A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience - Gainesville, FL
  - **Description**: ⭐ Experience A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience in Gainesville, FL, a dark, immersive reimagining of Dickens' timeless ghost story, complete with a Victorian twist and four holiday-themed cocktails paired with key scenes. Don't miss this spirited class
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gainesville/a-christmas-carol-cocktail-experience-gainesville-fl/2700030709333517
  - **Venue**: Sweetwater
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  - **Price**: USD 59 to 86
  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, trips-adventures

## Trending Events in Gainesville

- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Gainesville, FL
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Gainesville
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- **Event Name**: Gator Growl 2026: Nikki Glaser
  - **Venue**: Exactech Arena at The Stephen C. O'Connell Center
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- **Event Name**: Florida Gators vs. South Carolina Gamecocks
  - **Venue**: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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- **Event Name**: South Carolina Gamecocks at Florida Gators Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
🏠 Address: 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL 32601
🌆 City: Gainesville
📍 Location: 29.6499, -82.3486✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at South Carolina Gamecocks at Florida Gators Football, where
  - **Venue**: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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- **Event Name**: South Carolina Gamecocks at Florida Gators Football at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
  - **Venue**: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Chris Stapleton, Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs in Bristow
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Chris Stapleton Live at Jiffy Lube Live on Friday, October 2, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Chris Stapleton is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Tennessee Whis
  - **Venue**: Jiffy Lube Live
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- **Event Name**: Florida Gators Football vs. Ole Miss Football
  - **Description**: FLEX TIME: 3:30-4:30 p.m. or 6-8 p.m.
  - **Venue**: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Florida Gators Football vs. Ole Miss Rebels Football
  - **Description**: InformationGates open 90 minutes prior to kick-off. Register for Express Entry at www.floridagators.com/expressentry. Ticket delivery will sent on July 15th. You will not be able to view or manage your tickets before then.
  - **Venue**: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Florida Gators Football vs. Univ of South Carolina Gamecocks Football
  - **Description**: InformationGates open 90 minutes prior to kick-off. Register for Express Entry at www.floridagators.com/expressentry. Ticket delivery will sent on July 15th. You will not be able to view or manage your tickets before then.
  - **Venue**: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Gainesville?
  - **A:** The Nutcracker at Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 07:30 pm at Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts), Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Hippodrome Theatre), Candlelight: Christmas Classics (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 08:30 pm at The Hippodrome Theatre), A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience - Gainesville, FL (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:00 pm at Sweetwater).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Gainesville?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Gainesville on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Gainesville?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Gainesville?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Gainesville include Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts, The Hippodrome Theatre, Sweetwater.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Christmas events in Gainesville?
  - **A:** Prices for Christmas events in Gainesville range from USD 39 to USD 86. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Gainesville?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Gainesville include Vivid Events, Feverup Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Gainesville?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Gainesville.

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