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Visit Gainesville, Alachua County
33 North Main Street, 32601
Get to Know Gainesville & Alachua County
Gather to celebrate, collaborate and grow in a vibrant destination filled with intellectual capital, rich culture and natural beauty. Gainesville and Alachua County draw international business and convention travelers to the area’s state-of-the-art research, medical, event and meeting facilities. Home to the University of Florida, one of the leading public universities in the country, the destination – and the meeting and events held here – are characterized by excellence and the spirit of learning and discovery.
Alachua County offers meeting planners unrivaled convenience and features a wide variety of welcoming spaces, rich in both atmosphere and history. Meeting and convention offerings continue to expand, for an ever- widening selection of first class facilities including the Alachua County Sports and Events Center at Celebration Pointe with 90,000 sq. ft. of uninterrupted expo space, the Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center, 60+ hotels, 7 full-service conference facilities, gorgeous Bed-and-Breakfasts with meeting and event space and over a dozen unique venue options.
Venue Details
Hotels66
Convention center90,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms5,933
Guest rooms at 1 hotel248
Special event venues90
Average room rate$115.00
Occupancy rate-
Restaurants-
Daily food cost$51.00
Tax rate7%
Venue typeCVB
Getting Here
Getting Here is Easy!
Centrally located between major Florida metros, Alachua County is an ideal destination for regional meetings.
Guests can arrive via the I-75 corridor in just 2 hours or less from Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa and 5 hours from Atlanta and Miami.
The recently expanded Gainesville Regional Airport features:
Non-Stop Flights To/From:
» Atlanta
» Charlotte
» Dallas / Fort Worth
» Fort Lauderdale
» Miami
One-Stop Service To:
» 343 Destinations
» 55 Countries
Distance from airport
5 mi from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)
Distance from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport 5 mi
81 mi from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Distance from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) airport 81 mi
120 mi from Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) airport 120 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
Park
Explore hiking, horseback riding and bicycling on eight trails including the paved 16-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail. This National Natural Landmark provides habitats for alligators, wild horses, bison, and more than 270 species of birds.
100 Savannah Blvd.
Micanopy, FL, US 32667
Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Park
Go birding and hike more than 3.5 miles of trails. Experience the lush landscape from viewing platforms, and learn about this thriving habitat with vast numbers of plants and animals, including birds, butterflies, alligators and wild horses.
325 SW Williston Rd
Gainesville, FL, US 32601
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Dance Alive National Ballet
Theater
Discover elegant, exciting and inspiring performances delivered by an award-winning international professional dance company with a repertoire ranging from the classical to the contemporary.
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Hippodrome Theatre
Theater
Gainesville's cultural centerpiece offers live professional theatre, independent cinema, gallery exhibits, educational programs, and special events over 340 days a year.
25 SE 2nd Pl
Gainesville, FL, US 32601
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Florida Museum of Natural History and Butterfly Rainforest
Museum
The Florida Museum of Natural History is Florida's official natural history museum. Find permanent and traveling exhibits plus the Butterfly Rainforest and Discovery Zone.
3215 Hull Rd.
Gainesville, FL, US 32611
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Matheson History Museum
Museum
Browse permanent and temporary exhibits detailing Alachua County and Florida history. The museum is located in the heart of historic downtown Gainesville and adjacent to the 1867 Matheson House.
513 E University Ave.
Gainesville, FL, US 32601
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Harn Museum of Art
Museum
Visit the University of Florida’s Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art where you can explore over 10,000 works of art, including Claude Monet's Champ d’avoine and exhibitions including African, Asian, modern and contemporary art, photography, and one of the world's most extensive collections of Florida art.
3259 Hull Rd.
Gainesville, FL, US 32608
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Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention
Museum
Celebrate science, creativity and invention with dynamic and interactive exhibits that are fun for kids and adults alike. Visitors are encouraged to ask lots of questions and roll up their sleeves to participate in themed experiments. The museum is named after Dr. Robert Cade, one of the lead inventors of Gatorade.
811 S Main St.
Gainesville, FL, US 32601
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Nearby vendors
Dave and Busters Southern
Multi-city
LEGENDARY FOOD & DRINK...AND PLAY!
Looking for an incredible bar and amazing restaurant near you? Look no further than Dave & Buster's. We have amazing games and award-winning food and drinks. Come check us out!
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Restaurant/Bar
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Artistry Catering
Multi-city
Full Service Catering Company ideal for events between 10-700
From multi day onsite catering to box lunches for tour groups and so much more.
Elegant full service gala dinners or casual crab feast for your employees, Artistry Catering will make your next event a Masterpiece.
As a full service caterer located in Burke VA we are conveniently located to served the entire DC Metro region. We can provide simple drop off meals to full service events that include servers, cooks, captains and bartenders.
Catering
Preferred staff
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VENU
Multi-city
VENU is redefining how fans experience live music. Our premium concepts — like Luxe FireSuites and Aikman Clubs — deliver comfort, exclusivity, and unmatched access to the music you love. Backed by thoughtful design and a hospitality-first approach, VENU isn’t just building venues — we’re building a movement. Publicly traded on the NYSE American under the ticker symbol VENU and featured in The Wall Street Journal, Variety, Billboard, and The New York Times, we’re recognized as a true disruptor in the space.
VENU and Billboard are proud to launch a multi-year partnership built on one shared belief: the future belongs to the fearless. VENU’s groundbreaking approach to live music venues—infused with premium hospitality, and fan-first design and access—mirrors Billboard’s legacy of elevating what’s next. This partnership represents a shared commitment to championing innovation and amplifying voices that lead.
Restaurant/Bar
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Shutterbox Photo Entertainment
Multi-city
We provide photo booth rental, 360 Booth, Glambot, Bullet Time Camera Array, and unique photo rental services for live events and special occasions.
Photo Booth Rental Chicago IL, Chicago Suburbs | Los Angeles, CA | Milwaukee, WI | Miami, FL | Las Vegas, NV. We provide photo services for your Event, Party, Corporate Celebration, Trade Show, Festival, Experiential Marketing Events & Activations, and other Special Occasions.
Logistics/Decor
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Dreamride Luxury Transportation
Multi-city
South Florida's Most Premier & Luxurious Transportation Company
Looking to make your next event one to remember? With DreamRide Luxury Transportation, you can arrive in style in one of the most beautiful limousines of South Florida. We are South Florida’s most premier and luxury transportation company offering quality transportation services.
Transportation
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RTW Photography
Orlando
Your Orlando Photography, Tampa Photography and Atlanta Photography team. RTW Photography has experience in all areas of photography and videography and offers a wide range of services. Whether you want to create a brand identity for your company or celebrate an occasion, we will capture and produce top quality content during your time with us that will help you stand out amongst the crowd.
RTW Photography is here to provide more than just photos or videos. We’re here to capture every moment and turn that into a lifetime of memories. We take pride in our work and our client’s vision is our top priority. Our wide range of photography and videography services paired with your vision can bring anything to life. Headquartered out of Orlando, FL and also operates in Tampa, FL & Atlanta, GA. RTW Photography is here to service you.
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
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Majorwavez Lab
Multi-city
MAJORWAVEZ-LAB is a class that focuses on industrial sewing machines and hands-on expertise.
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Amenities/Gifting
Hired Entertainment
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Paradise Cove Orlando
Multi-city
Just beyond the Orlando happenings, Paradise Cove has unlocked a hidden oasis on the quiet shores of Lake Bryan. Adorned with lush cypress trees, twinkle lights, a palm-thatched tiki bar and beach-side torches on the expansive, tideless lake, Paradise Cove will make you feel like you're worlds away right here in Orlando.
Activity
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Ashley Media Productions
Multi-city
Ashley Media Productions is a Video Production Company providing Event Video Services, Event Photography, Traditional Video Production, and Event AV Services
Logistics/Decor
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Corporate Lighting and Audio
Multi-city
CREATE A LASTING IMPRESSION
Corporate Lighting and Audio is a full-service event production company specializing in concerts, conferences, conventions, festivals, meetings, and special events. Our dynamic technical experts creatively transform spaces into unique visual, tonal, and phonic experiences that make lasting impressions on audiences.
Logistics/Decor
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Visit Gainesville, Alachua County Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Visit Gainesville, Alachua County regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Visit Gainesville, Alachua County's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Visit Gainesville, Alachua County have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Visit Gainesville, Alachua County and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Visit Gainesville, Alachua County's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety
Were practices at Visit Gainesville, Alachua County developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Visit Gainesville, Alachua County clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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