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Concerts, Movies & Art

A stage for live music, film, and visual art in the heart of downtown Gainesville.

Live on Stage

The Wooly regularly hosts a wide range of musical performances, from regional touring acts to local Gainesville favorites, across genres that bring the downtown crowd together.

Audiences have gathered for evenings like the live storytelling show Guts & Glory GNV: Pants on Fire on July 12, 2018, and the Guided By Voices performance on May 15, 2018.

The Wooly serves as a downtown gathering place where live music takes center stage, offering an intimate setting for performances that range from regional touring bands to beloved local acts. With a flexible stage and a room built for sound, the venue invites audiences to experience genres that bring Gainesville's nightlife together. From quiet acoustic sets to louder headline shows, each night is curated to celebrate artists who thrive in a shared, walkable downtown setting, creating memorable evenings for fans discovering both new and familiar names on stage.

Beyond the music, the venue opens its doors to film programming that turns ordinary evenings into community movie nights. Screenings highlight a thoughtful mix of cult classics, independent features, and themed presentations, encouraging neighbors, friends, and visitors to gather under one roof. The space adapts comfortably to both lively concert energy and the quieter anticipation of a darkened room, making it a versatile cultural hub for downtown audiences who appreciate shared experiences that go beyond a typical night out.

Visual art is woven into the Wooly's identity through rotating gallery presentations that turn its walls into a constantly changing exhibition. Local and visiting artists display work in a clean, gallery-style setting that invites viewers to slow down and engage with each piece. This commitment to showcasing creative work complements the venue's live programming, reinforcing its role as a multipurpose downtown space where music, film, and art converge to enrich Gainesville's cultural landscape.

Programming at a Glance

Live Music

Touring bands, local acts, and themed nights across genres.

Movie Nights

Community film screenings and special showings on the big screen.

Art Shows

Gallery walls featuring local artists and rotating exhibitions.

Pop-Ups

Vendor markets and pop-up gatherings for the Gainesville community.

On Screen & On the Walls

Beyond the concerts, The Wooly opens its doors to film screenings and curated art exhibitions that highlight local creators and bring neighbors into the venue between show nights.

Community gatherings have included the Sundaze — A Local Pop-up at the Park! on February 16, 2020, and the Super Bowl LIV Watch Party on February 2, 2020.

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Supporting Local Artists

Community Art ShowsRotating exhibitions that put Gainesville artists and makers on display.
Vendor Pop-UpsShort-run markets that pair makers, food, and drink with a live event.
Themed EveningsCurated nights that combine film, music, and art in one program.

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