Shoppes at Thornebrook

Thornebrook KIDS ACTIVITY FAIRE
2023-08-05 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Stroll the sidewalks of the Shoppes at Thornebrook as you meet with and learn about the many different after school activities and programs for kids available in our area.

Extracurricular activities include sports, martial arts, music, art, performing arts and STEM as well as others.
Sit back and enjoy free demonstrations and performances from some of the programs in our central plaza.
Grab lunch or a snack from one of our Food Trucks. Kids can enjoy getting free glitter tattoos and more!
KISS 105.3 will be onsite with games and prizes. Rain or shine, we can’t wait to see you!

Interested in being a vendor? Application below:
https://forms.gle/h5MmzMtXKXnztoWv6

Thornebrook Food Truck Festival
2023-09-01 16:00 - 21:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Our 2nd Food Truck Festival is right around the corner. Come hang out and enjoy the approaching fall weather amidst a variety of food trucks, live music, and retail pop-ups. Seating will be provided but feel free to bring your own comfy chairs and blankets. In our effort to promote sustainability within our center, this will be a green event.
Interested in becoming a vendor for our food truck rally? Apply Here

Friday the 13th Night Market
2023-10-13 16:00 - 21:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Get spooky with Thornebrook on Friday the 13th! Stroll our well-lit sidewalks for trick or treating from participating shops and vendors. Local artisans will be showcasing their best spooky goods as you gear up for Halloween.
Vendor application – https://forms.gle/1UP6GqYDqtKgbrZL9

2023 Thornebrook Fall Arts Festival
2023-10-21 10:00 - 2023-10-22 17:00
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Experience the Magic of Art in the Heart of Gainesville

Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as Thornebrook’s Fall Arts Festival returns for its 38th year. This Gainesville tradition will once again transform the picturesque Shoppes At Thornebrook into a vibrant hub of creativity and culture.

What to Expect:
Diverse Artistic Creations: Explore a rich tapestry of artistry, from paintings and sculptures to exotic photography, mixed media, fiber arts, woodwork, pottery, and stunning jewelry that ranges from precious gems to beach glass and stones.
Shoppes at Thornebrook: Discover art amidst the convenience of Shoppes at Thornebrook Square, where you can explore stores, restaurants, and various amenities, all while enjoying the artistic ambiance.
Delicious Food: Satisfy your cravings with a wide array of delectable festival fare and food trucks. You can also indulge in soups, sandwiches, salads, handmade chocolates, and gelato from Thornebrook Chocolates.
Family-Friendly: This event is perfect for the whole family! Bring the kids and immerse them in the world of art and creativity.

Mark Your Calendar

Join us on October 21st and 22nd, 2023, from 10 AM to 5 PM, both Saturday and Sunday. It’s a weekend of artistic inspiration, culinary delights, and community spirit you won’t want to miss!

Location: Shoppes At Thornebrook, Gainesville, FL

Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate the arts and support talented local artists. We can’t wait to see you there!

Fall Music Recital
2023-10-26 18:00 - 2023-10-27 20:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
More details will be announced as this event approaches.

Thornebrook Family Movie Night
2023-11-03 18:30 - 21:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Enjoy Disney’s Encanto in the outdoor plaza of Thornebrook! Bring your own chairs and blankets to enjoy this family-friendly free event!
The first 40 kids to arrive at 6:30pm can get free popcorn or a free hot chocolate.
There will be additional popcorn available for purchase and Classic Twist Smoothies will be on-site with smoothies, fruit bowls, hot chocolate, and boiled peanuts available for sale.
Feel free to bring your favorite snacks along too!
Show starts at 7 PM but everyone is invited to arrive early to set up and explore our shopping center.

Small Business Saturday at Thornebrook
2023-11-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
This holiday season shop local! Lots of unique gifts are at Shoppes At Thornebrook, a plaza of locally owned small businesses.

Stop by during Small Business Saturday and kick off your holiday shopping while supporting your community.

Why stop by? Here are some great reasons:

Unique Gifts: Discover one-of-a-kind gifts that carry the charm and character of your local community. These are treasures you won’t find while scrolling through big online retailers.
Community Support: By shopping local, you’re directly contributing to the vibrancy and livelihood of your community. Every purchase makes a difference.
Personalized Service: Enjoy a more personalized shopping experience with friendly faces and a touch of community warmth.
Discover Hidden Gems: Local shops often carry items that are handmade or sourced locally, offering a chance to find hidden gems and support local artisans.
Create Memories: Make your holiday shopping an experience! Stroll through our charming Shoppes, enjoy festive decorations, and create lasting memories.

We want to help make your holiday season truly special.
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/859267989013678

Tree Lighting and Holiday Market
2023-12-01 16:00 - 21:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Thornebrook will be decorated in winter wonderland attire as we herald the holiday season. Celebrate with local shops and vendors, food trucks, and our annual tree lighting.
At 6pm, the tree will be lit alongside a carol sing-a-long and Santa will arrive! Chasing Shadows will be photographing your magical moments ($10 for your email proof).
Participating stores will be open late. (View the full Thornebrook Directory here – http://shoppesatthornebrook.com/directory/)
Additional vendors and crafters from our community include:
A Sweeter Option
And A Cookie
Bleu Rain
The Gainesville Pantry
The Mayflower Pantry
Vegan gator
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office
Arrowsmith’s Treasures
Beads and Baubles and Yard Art
Cats in Red Hats
Cheryl Russell Art
Chrimson Foxdon
Dapper Duck Soap Company
Dorota’s Ceramics
Emi’s Candle Co.
Empower Womens Physical Therapy & Wellness
Enso Naturals
Errant Mush
Ernest Paturel
Espressobeanz Art
Farmhouse Dog Co.
Foster Garrett Design
Gemstone Jewelry Designs
Gnome Home
Grinning mugs
Hannele’s Stitches
Hatfield’s Treasures
Jaime Hones Art
Jenn Hartz Ceramics
Kay’s unique tumblers
Keller Williams Realty
Laura Lough Fiber Arts
Little Red Farmstead
Made-up Gossip
Mary’s cool accessories
Megan Garza Wellness
Mindful Explorers
Mpierre and DD ceramics
Nina Caputo Ceramics
Not Just Beads
Peggy Cacciabeve
Pink Tiki Glass Designs
Plenty of Pit Bulls
Purdy Works
Relax Salt Rooms
Sandy Nader
Saturday Lifestyle
Shop Primarily Yours
SunMed- Your CBD Store
Sunshine Clay Studio
Tina’s Fiber Creations & More
Tumblers & Wreaths by Arlena
UF Health Shands Trauma Services Department
V Sparkles
Wp jewelry designs
Zeng’s Backyard Fun Nursery

4th Annual KidPreneur Popup Shop
2024-02-25 11:00 - 16:00
Calling all young entrepreneurs! Join our exciting kids’ popup shop and showcase your creative talents. It’s a fantastic opportunity to turn your ideas into reality. Don’t miss out on this chance to shine
Registration forms can be found at trinitysdayspa.com

Location: The Freedom Hall 7600 NW 5th Place Gainesville, FL 32607

Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival
2024-03-02 10:00 - 2024-03-03 17:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Mark your calendars for the third annual Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival! The park-like setting of the Shoppes at Thornebrook will be filled with talented artists on March 2nd and 3rd.
Many of your favorite artists from our Fall Arts Festival and new faces are coming to enhance your enjoyment.
Art on display includes painting, sculpture, photography, glass works, fiber arts, wood carvings, pottery, jewelry, and more.
The show is laid out to take advantage of the ambiance and convenience of the Shoppes at Thornebrook Village and its stores, restaurants, and other amenities.
Dining options include Thornebrook favorites: Bageland, Cintron, Mini Momo, and Thornebrook Chocolates. There will be additional food truck vendors as well!
Follow our page for updates on artists, vendors, and music lineup.

Confirmed Artists including:

Cindy Barnett
Amy Benson
Scott Bowman
Haley Bross
Christine Brundige
Cynthia Bulcourf
Henry Cesneros
Angela Christian
Hugo Cruz
Sandy Cugno
Linda DiTomaso
John Engle
Stephanie Escue-Milch
Jessica Foster Garrett
Bill Fuhrmann
Emma Fuller
Jeff H Futch
Lale Gerger
Laia Gore
Gail Green
Debbie Hagstrom
M Hakima
Dorota Haman
William and Karen Hatfield
H J Herrera
Jaime Hones
Linda House
P. Lynne Hutchins
Karen Israel
Helene Johns
Linda Krause
Gloria Lee
Anita Lenas
Eric Lewis
Debra Lindberg
Andrew Lowder
Mary Malone
Drew Michael Marotte
Candace McCaffery
Jerrine McClelland
JJ Mincey
Nayika Mistry
Dan Moleski
Karen Nelmes
Wendy Paulino
Kelly Perez
Scott J. Pfaff
Katherine Pierce
Tyler Pierce
Bob Senesac
Peter Senesac
Carrie Schachter
Bill Schwenzer
Anna Smith
Sara Stein
Janet Barrett Suggs
Jeanne Thomas Bunting and Donna Smith
Ryan and Malia Tiburzio
Samm Wehman
Jim Wilson
Shannon Wilson
Writers Alliance of Gainesville (Michael Urban)

Food Trucks include:
Bleu Rain
Eim Thai food truck
Latin Food Blessing
A Sweeter Option
Back Porch Burgers

2nd Annual Nowruz & International Festival
2024-03-16 11:00 - 2024-03-17 13:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Join us to celebrate the Persian New Year with a multicultural experience. Wear your nationality’s traditional costume and show your pride for your culture. Enjoy the food, music, crfats, and dance at this amazing once-a-year event!
Featuring food, art, music, and performances from Persian, Indian, Irish, Turkish, and Belly dancers!

Tailgate Party at The Shoppes at Thornebrook
2024-08-29 16:00 - 20:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Thornebrook’s Tailgate Party on Thursday, August 29, 2024 from 4pm to 8pm.
Fun for the whole family at the Shoppes at Thornebrook! Join us to celebrate the return of football season with a variety of food trucks, music with Kiss 105.3, and pop-ups from your favorite local vendors.

Interested vendors can apply here: https://forms.gle/hVeiAtjekrZTt7oX6
View Frequently Asked Questions for Event Vendors

Confirmed Vendors include:
DonutNV of Gainesville, FL & Alachua County
Rollin Sliders
Stars and Stripes Coffee Company, LLC
Britt Renee and Co.
Chrimson Foxdon
Crochets By Kata LLC
Cutiedoki
Festive Faces
Gainesville Health and Fitness Women’s Center
IQ Fiber
Jones’s Tumblers and Things
Kayla Perla, LLC
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers
Mainstreet Daily News
Mindful Explorers
Miss Gainesville – Haillee Burton
Not Just Beads
Page’s Misfit Artists
PK Younge Robotics
Plenty of Pit Bulls
Prism Penworks
Rate Mortgage
Ruffwood K9 Designs
Stained Gorgeous
Stampin’ Up
SunMed- Your CBD Store
Sunshine Clay Studio
Swilley Designs
The Masters Lawn & Pest
Wp jewelry designs
Zeng’s Backyard Fun Nursery

2025 Nowruz and International Festival
2025-03-08 16:00 - 20:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
2025 Nowruz and International Festival ❤️
MARCH 8TH, 4 PM to 8 PM.
Invitation to vendors and visitors of all nationalities!
Join us for the Third Annual Nowruz and International Festival!
Wear your nationality’s traditional attire and show pride in your culture!
Sponsorship and organized by Ziba De Beaute .
Vendor Application: https://bit.ly/3Xuy1eO
Can’t wait to see you all🙂

April Spring Market
2025-04-05 11:00 - 16:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Fun for the whole family at the Shoppes at Thornebrook! Our April Spring Market brings a variety of food trucks, music with Kiss 105.3, and pop-ups from your favorite local vendors. Enjoy the park-like setting of our plaza as you stroll through the local businesses and vendors, and feel free to bring chairs or a blanket to make a picnic of the day!

Interested in being a vendor? Apply here – https://forms.gle/1b8D4gTzoGh2kB7U7

Live Music at Esperanza!
2025-06-24 - 2025-08-30 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Enjoy live music at Esperanza every Thursday through Sunday this summer.
Thursday 6-9pm
Friday & Saturday 7-10pm
Sunday 1-3pm
Click below to see our calendar of performers!

Tailgate Party at the Shoppes at Thornebrook
2025-08-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Fun for the whole family at The Shoppes at Thornebrook!

Join us as we celebrate the return of football season with: A variety of food trucks Music with Kiss 105.3 Pop-ups from your favorite local vendors
Albert the Gator will be walking around—get your picture taken with him! The Gator Dazzlers performing at 6 PM Free orange & blue hair tinsel from Joyful Sparkly Fairy Hair A bounce house for the kids A free photo booth to capture the memories

Special guests include Halle Burton, Miss Florida Citrus, and Caroline Schapansky, Miss Ocala!
This is a FREE, family-friendly event you won’t want to miss!

Other confirmed vendors and guests include:352 MunchiesThe Frozen KiwiMOOey MOOey Tallow SkincareHeavenly Scents Soap & More LLCDandyCandyFood 4 Kids BackpackConnectSmart SystemsGirlyandGoryHNV Design LLCBeyond Threads by AngelisThe Children’s TrustPEAK LiteracyMana Sweet ChichaPurple Moon Paper CompanyCity LifestyleCustom Cups & Freeze Dried CandyPancake’s Pottery and CraftsMindful ExplorersDeleted InkPurple Pig Cake Pops LLCAlligator DreamsCoziesByCocoDryer Vent WizardThe Junior LeaguePK Yonge FTC Robotics TeamLittle Red Thread TravelFlorida BlueJazz’s WonderlandWyld child creationsSimply Sweet BakeshopGigi’s Candle Co.Mainstreet Daily NewsKelly Masciale, Independent Scentsy ConsultantOn The Mend Mobile IV Therapy and WellnessProud PicklesLarissa’s Yarn CraftsGirl Scouts of Gateway CouncilIQ FiberStained GorgeousIndescribbableSeamoss VidaPavlov MediaApsieCat CreationsFun 4 Gator KidsAnnice’s Essence Candles & MoreGator Design Jewelry

Interested vendors can apply here: https://forms.gle/bWChepU835CQ2h9EA

We’re so excited to have you join us!

40th Annual Fall Arts Festival
2025-10-11 - 2025-10-12 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Experience the Magic of Art in the Heart of Gainesville

Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as Thornebrook’s Fall Arts Festival returns for its 40th year. This Gainesville tradition will once again transform the picturesque Shoppes At Thornebrook into a vibrant hub of creativity and culture.

Many of your favorite artists will be returning and we will welcome some new faces too! Kiss 105.3 will be broadcasting live on site both days!

Art on display includes painting, sculpture, photography, glass works, fiber arts, wood carvings, pottery, jewelry, and more.The show is laid out to take advantage of the ambiance and convenience of the Shoppes at Thornebrook and its stores, restaurants, and other amenities.

Dining options include Thornebrook favorites: Bageland, Esperanza’s, Mini Momo, and Thornebrook Chocolates. There will be additional food truck vendors as well!

Join us on October 11th & 12th, from 10 AM to 5 PM, both Saturday and Sunday. It’s a weekend of artistic inspiration, culinary delights, and community spirit you won’t want to miss!

Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate the arts and support talented local artists. We can’t wait to see you there!

Interested Artists please use this Google Forms link to apply.https://forms.gle/AAQhEvoAiTA91D1i6
Please note, this is the only way to apply for our events. Beware of online scams!

Artists can find some Frequently Asked Questions here.

Trick or Treat at The Shoppes at Thornebrook
2025-10-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Get spooky with Thornebrook! Stroll our well-lit sidewalks for trick or treating from participating shops and vendors. Local vendors will be showcasing their best spooky goods as you gear up for Halloween.

Kiss 105.3 will be bringing the fun and some awesome prizes!

Vendor Applications are now open: https://forms.gle/NbzvstMX9M356xNBA
Please note this vendor application is the ONLY way to apply for our events. Beware of scammers misrepresenting themselves on social media!

Ilene's Gator Store 90th Anniversary Celebration
2025-12-03 16:00 - 20:00 | Ilene’s Gator Store, 2441 NW 43rd St, #19, Thornebrook Village, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
Join us in celebrating a true Gainesville tradition! Ilene’s Gator Store is marking its 90th year in business as part of the Silverman family retail legacy. We’re honored to recognize Ilene’s history and decades of service to our community.

This milestone event is a chance to connect with friends and loyal customers, enjoy light refreshments, win great prizes and show appreciation for a business that has proudly cheered on the Gators for generations. Stop by, network, and be part of this special celebration for one of Gainesville’s most iconic local stores.

Thornebrook Holiday Market
2025-12-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Thornebrook will be decorated in winter wonderland fun as we herald the holiday season. Celebrate with local shops and vendors, food trucks, and photos with Santa!

Vendor Applications: https://forms.gle/kzZnTaVPqc5WpFUr7

Please note: this application link is the only official way to apply. Beware of scammers misrepresenting themselves on social media.

2026 Spring Arts Festival
2026-02-28 10:00 - 2026-03-01 17:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Experience the Magic of Art in the Heart of Gainesville! Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as Thornebrook’s Spring Arts Festival returns for its 5th year. This Gainesville tradition will once again transform the picturesque Shoppes At Thornebrook into a vibrant hub of creativity and culture.

Many of your favorite artists will be returning and we will welcome some new faces too! Art on display includes painting, sculpture, photography, glass works, fiber arts, wood carvings, pottery, jewelry, and more. We will have tons of free, family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy!

Mark Your CalendarJoin us on February 28th & March 1st, from 10 AM to 5 PM, both Saturday and Sunday. It’s a weekend of artistic inspiration, culinary delights, and community spirit you won’t want to miss!
Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate the arts and support talented local artists. We can’t wait to see you there!

Interested in being a participating artist? Please use this link to apply: https://forms.gle/4ErzsHetoKW1pUJg6

Please note this application link is the ONLY way to apply for our events. Please make sure you are only communicating with our official channels. Beware of personal profiles misrepresenting themselves as Thornebrook employees.

4th Annual Nowruz & International Festival
2026-03-07 13:00 - 18:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for the 4th Nowruz & International Festival on March 7, 2026! 1pm to 6 pm

Last year over 1,200 people came, and this year will be even bigger.
Performances from 10 countries
Food from around the world
Fun booths and family activities

Spring Market at The Shoppes at Thornebrook
2026-03-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Fun for the whole family at the Shoppes at Thornebrook! Our Spring Market features a pop-ups from your favorite local crafters and vendors, food trucks, inflatable fun and live performances! Enjoy the park-like setting of our plaza as you stroll through the shops and vendor booths — and feel free to bring chairs or a blanket and make a picnic of the day!

Interested in being a vendor? Apply here:https://forms.gle/uYk9o9z4VsuAYVSC7

Please remember Google Forms is the ONLY way to apply for our events! We will never ask for your personal information via social media messenger.

Kids Activity Fair
2026-06-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
The Thornebrook Kids Activity Fair is designed to connect local families with organizations offering fall programs, classes, and camps for kids. Think martial arts, dance, tutoring, music lessons, youth organizations, and more—anything families can sign their kids up for this fall school year.

We’re currently looking for businesses and organizations that work with children and offer structured programs or activities. This is a great opportunity to meet families, share what you offer, and connect with parents who are actively looking for options for their kids.

We’ll also be incorporating live demos throughout the event, so if your program lends itself to a short performance or interactive session, we’d love to include that as well.

If you’d like more information or are interested in participating, please fill out the following application!https://forms.gle/4hzKktMamWjuvq3p7

OHM Lab Open House
2026-08-23 17:00 - 20:00 | OHM LAb
Find Your Rhythm Find Your Community.
You’re invited to the OHM Lab Open House! Come tour our movement studio and enjoy an evening under the sky. We’ll be hosting yoga classes, calming sound bowl healing sessions, and dance performances right in our front courtyard.It’s more than a workout, it’s a homecoming.We can’t wait to welcome you.
Sunday, August 23rd | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM2441 NE 43rd St, Suite #7See you in the studio!

The Tailgate Party
2026-08-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
SAVE THE DATE! The Tailgate Party at Thornebrook is BACK for its 3rd Annual celebration!
Mark your calendars and get ready for an evening of family fun, local vendors, great food, music, and plenty of orange & blue spirit as we kick off football season together.

Save the Date: Friday, August 28th The Shoppes at Thornebrook

Vendor Application – https://forms.gle/MAgZGoCbMsjQzGNQ8

We’re putting together another fantastic event and can’t wait to share what’s in store. More details and special announcements are coming soon!
Stay tuned… you won’t want to miss it!

41st Annual Fall Arts Festival
2026-10-03 10:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00 | Shoppes At Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Experience the Magic of Art in the Heart of Gainesville!

Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as Thornebrook’s Fall Arts Festival returns for its 41st year. This Gainesville tradition will once again transform the picturesque Shoppes At Thornebrook into a vibrant hub of creativity and culture.

Many of your favorite artists will be returning and we will welcome some new faces too! Art on display includes painting, sculpture, photography, glass works, fiber arts, wood carvings, pottery, jewelry, and more.

The show is laid out to take advantage of the ambiance and convenience of the Shoppes at Thornebrook Village and its stores, restaurants, and other amenities.
Mark Your Calendar
Join us on October 3rd & 4th from 10 AM to 5 PM, both Saturday and Sunday. It’s a weekend of artistic inspiration, culinary delights, and community spirit you won’t want to miss!

Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate the arts and support talented local artists. We can’t wait to see you there!
Interested artists can apply here: https://forms.gle/s2cPZNDusk1RCS1A8
Please note this is the ONLY way to apply for this event. We will never message you asking for personal information. Please beware of online scams.
