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The Wooly
Downtown Gainesville
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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Atmospheric interior photograph of the venue during an evening gathering, soft candlelight on round tables, dark linen, glassware reflecting warm tones, moody and intimate.

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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.

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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A private film screening for your group at The Wooly
Booking The Wooly for a film with your own guest list creates a focused night in downtown Gainesville rather than a general cinema visit. The independent venue…
Inside The Wooly's acoustic concert series lineup
At 20 N Main Street in downtown Gainesville, Florida, The Wooly provides a distinctive setting near the University of Florida and Shands Hospital. Its…
Running a silent auction at The Wooly
A silent auction turns a live event into a measured fundraising race. Guests inspect the prizes, write down their maximum offer and leave it with a volunteer.…
Plated dinner service at The Wooly: a menu walkthrough
The Wooly’s appeal begins with its flexibility: the downtown Gainesville venue hosts live music, film screenings, art openings, private parties, weddings and…
Comedy nights at The Wooly: what to expect
Comedy nights at The Wooly bring a different rhythm to a venue known for concerts, film screenings and community gatherings. Depending on the booking, the room…
Planning a photo booth at The Wooly
A photo booth at The Wooly can turn a live music night, film screening, art opening, wedding, private celebration, or corporate gathering into a shared…
Hosting a professional workshop at The Wooly
A strong workshop needs more than a room with chairs. It needs a setting that helps people concentrate, equipment that works without fuss, food that arrives at…
Theatrical lighting techniques for memorable events at The Wooly
At 20 N Main Street near the University of Florida and Shands Hospital, The Wooly turns an industrial-feeling downtown venue into a stage, gallery, cinema and…
A Quinceañera celebration at The Wooly
Celebrating a Quinceañera at The Wooly means turning a significant birthday into an evening that feels personal, musical and thoroughly connected to the…
The Wooly Cleanup Deposit Policy Explained for Event Hosts
Hiring an event venue often involves more than the room hire, catering package and bar arrangements. A cleanup deposit, damage bond or refundable security…

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Explore the Venue

Five pages covering the full run of programming and private bookings.

Programming
Events

Browse the schedule for movie showings, live music, and art shows.
Rentals
Private

Weddings, holiday banquets, cocktail parties, and anniversaries.
Business
Corporate

Meetings, networking, luncheons, and fundraisers with AV support.
Culture
Music

Concerts, film screenings, art showcases, and community pop-ups.
Visuals
Gallery

Photos from past concerts, private functions, and gatherings.