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.
Dettagli sede
Hotel66
Centro congressi90.000 sq. ft.
Camere5.933
Camere in 1 hotel248
Sedi per eventi speciali90
Tariffa media camera115,00 USD
Tasso di occupazione-
Ristoranti-
Costo pasti giornaliero51,00 USD
Aliquota imposta7%
Tipo di sedeConvention Bureau
Come raggiungerci
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
Distanza da aeroporto
5 mi da Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)
Distance from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport 5 mi
81 mi da Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Distance from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) airport 81 mi
120 mi da Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) airport 120 mi
Luogo
Attrazioni locali
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
Parco
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
Parco
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
Teatro
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
Teatro
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
Museo
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
Museo
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
Museo
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
Museo
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
Connexxions Bus Inc.
Multi-city
Discover the premier choice in group travel with Connexxions Bus. Based in Orlando, Florida—a city known for its world-class attractions and vibrant energy—Connexxions Bus is dedicated to providing safe, comfortable, and professional transportation services. Every journey with us is more than just a ride; it’s an experience designed to create lasting memories.
At Connexxions Bus, we believe in making connections beyond destinations. Whether you're traveling from Miami to Orlando, organizing a corporate event, planning a wedding, or embarking on a group adventure, we seamlessly bring people together, turning every trip into an effortless and enjoyable journey.
More than just transportation, Connexxions Bus is the thread that ties events, occasions, and unforgettable experiences together.
Trasporti
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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!
Attività
Ristorante/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
Catering
Personale preferito
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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.
Ristorante/bar
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MAD Tours & Events
Multi-city
M.A.D. Tours & Events help you and realizes the trip of a lifetime!
Just for you, your family, your friends, your business. For crazy dreams or wise dreams Join us!
Attività
Trasporti
Personale preferito
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Topgolf
Multi-city
We’re a sports entertainment complex that features an inclusive, high-tech golf game that everyone can enjoy. Paired with an outstanding food and beverage menu, climate-controlled hitting bays and music, every Topgolf has an energetic hum that you can feel right when you walk through the door.
Attività
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aVenue Event Group
Multi-city
Ditch the Ballroom.
aVenue Event Group is a full-service destination and event management company specializing in extraordinary experiences at nontraditional venues. Since 2013, we’ve helped corporate groups, meeting planners, and hospitality partners break free from hotel ballrooms to host unforgettable events in distinctive settings — from rooftops and historic buildings to museums, restaurants, and private spaces.
With more than 4,000 events produced nationwide, our team handles every detail — venue sourcing, event design, production, and travel logistics — to create seamless, high-impact experiences. Our exclusive venue portfolio includes top properties in Orlando, Las Vegas, and other major destinations, offering planners a trusted one-stop partner for creative event solutions.
Ristorante/bar
Personale preferito
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Adult Big Wheel Club Team Building & Custom Events
Multi-city
We are the #1 Rated team building and adult activity event provider in Atlanta and the entire South! We provide complete team building challenge events for work/corporate events, conferences, expos, private events, social groups, & Film/TV. Events are fully hosted and facilitated and include PA System with music, Giant start line, 15 f flags, and race themed course. Our one of a kind event challenge game is exclusively designed to build effective communication skills, memory and consistent teamwork! The game is NOT based on physical ability, speed, or age! Our events are inclusive of everyone, the teams that collaborate and work together the best, wins! We also provide, non-Big Wheel team building experiences, a custom Trivia Game show, custom events, fundraisers and corporate employee workshops/trainings and speaking. Need a CSR component to your event? Ask us about our creative and fun options. We are a mobile events company and come to your client’s location, or if you need a venue we will source one for you. We are based in Atlanta GA and can travel through out the South east and beyond.
Attività
Intrattenimento a pagamento
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LiveTen Media
Multi-city
LiveTen Media Services provides highly experienced professional AV labor Crew & audiovisual experts.
Our Team Members come from a variety of industry backgrounds and audio-visual production. Each of our team members has a strong work ethic to ensure we make your event, trade, or conference is a work of art.
Logistica/arredamento
Personale preferito
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Kyle Fleming Photography
Multi-city
When it comes to professional conference photography, Kyle Fleming Photography will deliver unique, high quality photos capturing all of the important details of your conference. We capture every aspect and all of the details large and small of your conference, including keynote speakers or presentations, audience interactions, conference booths or exhibits, and every important aspect of the conference.
Logistica/arredamento
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