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<h2>Things to Do in Gainesville This Week</h2> 
        
<p>Make it a festive week in Gainesville with college hoops as <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/florida-gators-womens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3166">Florida Gators Womens Basketball</a> take the court at Stephen C. O'Connell Center - Exactech Arena. For live music, head to nearby Ocala for the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/ocala-symphony-orchestra-tickets/performer/131127">Ocala Symphony Orchestra</a> at Reilly Arts Center. Keep the holiday magic going with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/the-nutcracker-tickets--theater-ballet-and-dance/performer/620">The Nutcracker</a> at Reilly Arts Center and <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/the-florida-ballet-tickets--theater-ballet-and-dance/performer/178442">The Florida Ballet</a> at Thrasher Horne Center in Orange Park.</p>        
<h2>Things to Do in Gainesville Next Week</h2> 
        
<p>Next week in Gainesville is all about Gators and holiday cheer. Cheer on the home teams at Stephen C. O'Connell Center - Exactech Arena as the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/florida-gators-mens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3165">Florida Gators Mens Basketball</a> hit the hardwood and the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/florida-gators-womens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3166">Florida Gators Womens Basketball</a> follow, then savor seasonal magic with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/the-nutcracker-tickets--theater-ballet-and-dance/performer/620">The Nutcracker</a> at Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts.</p>

<h2>Upcoming Concerts in Gainesville: Live Music & Tour Dates Near You</h2>

<p>Gainesville boasts a vibrant live music scene, welcoming touring artists and homegrown talent to stages across the city. From the campus arena and local theaters to intimate clubs and outdoor spaces, there’s often a concert to catch in Gainesville, and Vivid Seats is here to help you find your next unforgettable night out.</p>
<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville Concert Tickets</h2>

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<div>This week, music fans in Gainesville can make a short trip to nearby Ocala to see the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra performs at the Reilly Arts Center (500 NE 9th Street) on December 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM in an intimate 705-seat venue. Enjoy an evening of classical music in Florida's vibrant cultural scene.</div>      </p>
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<p>Top concerts for Gainesville, FL, next week include <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/three-dog-night-tickets/performer/859">Three Dog Night</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/three-dog-night-tickets-orange-park-thrasher-horne-center-12-21-2025--concerts-pop/production/5776100">Thrasher Horne Center</a> and the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/michael-buble-tribute-tickets/performer/97229">Michael Buble Tribute</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/michael-buble-tribute-tickets-ocala-reilly-arts-center-12-18-2025--concerts-pop/production/5895963">Reilly Arts Center</a>. Three Dog Night delivers classic pop-rock singalongs while the Michael Buble Tribute offers a polished, crooner-style evening perfect for the holiday season.</p>      </p>
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<h2>Upcoming Sports in Gainesville: Games, Teams & Matchups Near You</h2>

<p>Live sports thrive in Gainesville, where fans fill venues across town all season long. From sold-out rivalry games to weekday matchups, the city's arenas and stadiums deliver big moments for every kind of fan. Browse schedules by sport, date, or venue to find the perfect game near you. Whether it's a marquee showdown or a spontaneous night out, you can find seats on Vivid Seats.</p>
<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville Sports Tickets</h2>

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<p>On December 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM, the Florida Gators Women's Basketball team (NCAA Women's Basketball) plays at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center - Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL.</p><p>The Exactech Arena, located at 250 Gale Lemerand Dr and seating 12,000, will host this NCAA women's basketball contest.</p><p>This is the week's top Gainesville sporting event featuring the Florida Gators Women's Basketball.</p>      </p>
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<p>Next week Gainesville will host back-to-back hoops showdowns as the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/florida-gators-mens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3165">Florida Gators Mens Basketball</a> and the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/florida-gators-womens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3166">Florida Gators Womens Basketball</a> each take the court.</p><p>The men's game tips off at the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/florida-gators-mens-basketball-tickets-stephen-c-oconnell-center-12-21-2025--sports-ncaa-basketball/production/5853087">Stephen C. O'Connell Center - Exactech Arena</a>, followed by the women's contest at the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/florida-gators-womens-basketball-tickets-stephen-c-oconnell-center-12-21-2025--sports-ncaa-womens-basketball/production/5889194">Stephen C. O'Connell Center - Exactech Arena</a>, with both squads set to face strong opponents in Gainesville.</p>      </p>
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<h2>Upcoming Theater & Comedy Shows in Gainesville: Plays, Musicals & Stand-Up Near You</h2>

<p>Gainesville is a lively destination for live entertainment, with touring Broadway productions, plays, concerts, and stand-up making regular stops. From celebrated theaters and performing arts centers to intimate stages, there’s always a show to catch in Gainesville, and Vivid Seats makes it easy to find tickets for the moments you can’t miss.</p>
<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville Theater & Comedy Tickets</h2>

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<p>Next week in Gainesville, catch <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/the-nutcracker-tickets--theater-ballet-and-dance/performer/620">The Nutcracker</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/the-nutcracker-tickets-gainesville-curtis-m-phillips-center-for-performing-arts-12-21-2025--theater-ballet-and-dance/production/5916754">Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts</a>, a festive ballet that promises family-friendly holiday magic. Also nearby is <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/christmas-in-motion-tickets--theater-other-theater/performer/440596">Christmas in Motion</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/christmas-in-motion-tickets-orange-park-thrasher-horne-center-12-20-2025--theater-other-theater/production/5903195">Thrasher Horne Center</a> in Orange Park.</p>      </p>
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