Sparks in the Park

Sparks in the Park is back, come out and celebrate New Year's Eve in Depot Park. All festivities are free, family-friendly and open to the public.

Beginning at 5 p.m., bring blankets and chairs and find a spot in the park to enjoy the last sunset of 2025, while a DJ hosts a family-friendly dance party throughout the park.

At 6:30 p.m., the fun continues with a 20-minute musically choreographed fireworks show over the main pond.

Following the fireworks display, neighbors are invited to enjoy dinner, drinks, festivities, and all that downtown has to offer.

Later, the Downtown Countdown continues until midnight in Bo Diddley Plaza at 111 E. University Ave.

You may also like the following events from City of Gainesville, FL - Government:

• This Sunday, 4th January, 01:00 pm, FrogWatch USA—Local Calls and Croaks of Alachua in Gainesville
• Next Tuesday, 6th January, 03:00 pm, Eco Buddies in Gainesville
• Next Tuesday, 6th January, 03:30 pm, Eco Rangers in Gainesville

Also check out other Parties in Gainesville.