A wide interior view of an elegant banquet hall set for a formal evening, round tables dressed in white linens, polished gold-rimmed plates, tall white taper candles, and low floral centerpieces, warm amber and cream tones, hushed atmosphere.

Live shows, movie nights, art openings, private parties, and corporate meetings at 20 N Main St — minutes from the University of Florida and Shands Hospital.

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One Room, Many Nights

From full-band concerts and film screenings to wedding receptions and PowerPoint meetings, The Wooly shifts to fit the evening. In-house catering and a full-service bar come standard.

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Inside the Room

A look at the stage, the floor, and the nights that move through them.

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Carved linocut-style print of a dimly lit banquet hall, round tables with lace cloths and candlelight, warm cream and amber tones.

Private Banquets

Carved linocut-style print of a formal table setting with gold-rimmed plates, candles, and a floral centerpiece in warm tones.

Corporate Setup

Carved linocut-style print of a performer on a dim stage, dark background, warm spotlight glow.

Live Music

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Presenting Art Beautifully at The Wooly05.10.2026

Displaying art in an events venue calls for a different approach from presenting work in a quiet, purpose-built gallery. The Wooly in downtown Gainesville has…

Famous Acts That Have Played The Wooly in Gainesville04.10.2026

The Wooly has earned its place on Gainesville’s independent music map by giving touring artists a room that feels intimate without being under-equipped.…

A Beginner’s Guide To Baccarat Rules, Bets, And Bankrolls04.10.2026

Baccarat is one of the simplest casino table games to learn, which helps explain its enduring appeal among both first-time players and experienced gamblers.…

Wager at High Roller Casino Games With a Smarter Online Strategy04.10.2026

A high-stakes casino session is built around atmosphere, confidence, and careful decision-making. For Australian players exploring online gambling, the appeal…

Scaling A Wedding Menu With The Wooly’s Catering04.10.2026

A wedding menu has to feel abundant without creating unnecessary waste, delays or confusion for the catering team. The right approach is to scale each course…

Live Streaming Your Event From The Wooly With Confidence03.10.2026

Live streaming your event from The Wooly means extending a Gainesville experience beyond the room at 20 N Main Street. A concert, film screening, wedding,…

Getting From Shands Hospital To The Wooly In Gainesville02.10.2026

Visitors travelling from Shands Hospital to The Wooly will find a straightforward trip into downtown Gainesville. The venue is at 20 N Main Street, close to…

A Local Band Finds Its Sound At The Wooly02.10.2026

For a local Gainesville band, playing The Wooly is more than another date on the gig calendar. The downtown venue brings together the practical elements…

How The Wooly became Gainesville's live music powerhouse01.10.2026

When the lights drop inside the old brick building on North Main Street, the rumble of a kick drum carries out onto the footpath where students from the…

a Two-Day Corporate Retreat at The Wooly01.10.2026

Many Australian companies flying leadership teams to the United States for an offsite want something more memorable than a chain hotel ballroom. The Wooly, at…