There’s a lot happening this week.

Like the kind of week where if you say, “There’s nothing to do in Gainesville,” someone can absolutely prove you wrong.

It starts Thursday with Dot & Bam opening their doors over on Broadway. Grand openings are always fun — new space, fresh energy, people popping in just to see what it’s about. They open at 9 AM, and then the bigger celebration kicks off again at 6 PM with food, a soda bar, prizes, and open play. If you like being there at the beginning of something, this is your chance.

Friday has options.

At 5 PM, Saint Joe’s Pizza is hosting a relaxed happy hour. Nothing complicated — just pizza, conversation, and a reason to not cook.

Later that night, Landon Winery keeps their Friday Music Bingo tradition going at 7 PM. It’s free to play with purchase, and if you’ve never done music bingo before, it gets competitive way faster than you expect. Good wine, good music, and people singing louder than they planned to.

Saturday is stacked.

There’s a small business workshop happening at 419 N Commerce at 10 AM for anyone trying to get their business online and organized. It’s one of those practical, roll-up-your-sleeves kind of mornings.

From 11:30 to 7:30, Bodyshop Wellness will be set up at the Holiday Inn Express offering vitamin injections — B12, Biotin, Lipo blends, and more. If you’ve been curious about those pop-ups you see in bigger cities, this is one of them happening right here.

At 4 PM, Bella Bliss is hosting a Bestie Mixer. Think: conversation, connection, and a Freshie Bar where you can make something fun to take home.

And Saturday night? The Gainesville Civic Center fills up for the Red River Valley Ducks Unlimited event at 6 PM — dinner, auctions, games, and a full crowd.

Sunday shifts gears.

At 1 PM, The Cowgirl Mercantile is hosting a Back Room Consignment drop-off. If you’ve got quality boots, denim, turquoise, or Western pieces sitting in your closet, this is your excuse to do something with them.

At 4 PM, the VFW hosts the “Lucky You” porch leaner paint party. It’s guided, all supplies included, and you leave with something seasonal for your front porch.

Then at 6 PM, the Leopard Legends Hip Hop Competition fundraiser brings a completely different kind of energy to town — group performances, solo acts, vendor booths, and a lively crowd.

Monday night, The County Seat keeps Music Bingo going at 6 PM with DJ KD — three rounds, one winner per round, and a good way to make a Monday feel less… Monday.

And Tuesday, the Cooke County Library continues its weekly children’s class at 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM. Reading, movement, songs, and a consistent midweek activity for little ones.

That’s the week.

Some of it’s creative.

Some of it’s competitive.

Some of it’s just an excuse to get out of the house.

But it’s all happening here.

Dot & Bam Grand Opening

📍 101 W Broadway Street, Gainesville, TX

🗓 Thursday, March 5

🕘 Doors Open at 9:00 AM

🎲 Open Play at 6:00 PM

Dot & Bam is celebrating their Grand Opening with food, a soda bar, prizes, and open play in the evening. If you love supporting new local businesses — this is your chance to be there from the beginning and help them start strong.

Cooke County Democrats Happy Hour

📍 Saint Joe’s Pizza, 207 N Commerce St

🗓 Friday, March 6

🕔 5:00 PM

A relaxed, pay-your-own event where families are welcome. If you’re looking for casual conversation and community connection over pizza, this is an easy Friday night option.

Music Bingo at Landon Winery

📍 201 W California St

🗓 Friday, March 6

🕖 7:00 PM

Free to play with purchase and prizes each round. If you love music, wine, and a little friendly competition — this is your downtown Friday night plan.

 Build Your Online Business Workshop

📍 The Cowgirl Mercantile, 419 N Commerce St

🗓 Saturday, March 7

🕙 10:00 AM

Hosted by The Cowgirl Mercantile & Wildfire Creators. If you’ve been wanting to get serious about your online presence but don’t know where to start — this workshop walks through the foundations step-by-step. Perfect for boutique owners, side hustlers, and small businesses ready to grow.

Vitamin Injections – Bodyshop Wellness

📍 Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 888 Bird St

🗓 Saturday, March 7

🕦 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM

Offering B12, B Complex, Biotin, Lipo, Amino blends and more. If you’ve been feeling drained or want to prioritize your wellness, this is a convenient pop-up opportunity administered by certified professionals.

Bella Bliss Bestie Mixer + Freshie Bar

📍 105 E California St, Suite A

🗓 Saturday, March 7

🕓 4:00 – 6:00 PM

Connection, conversation, and creativity. If you’ve been wanting to meet new friends or just enjoy a girls’ afternoon downtown, this is a fun and welcoming space to do it.

 Red River Valley Ducks Unlimited Event

📍 Gainesville Civic Center, 428 Fair Park Blvd

🗓 Saturday, March 7

🕕 6:00 PM

Dinner, auctions, games, raffles, and conservation fundraising. If you enjoy community banquets and supporting outdoor conservation efforts, this is one of the bigger annual gatherings you won’t want to miss.

The Back Room Consignment Drop-Off Day

📍 The Cowgirl Mercantile, 419 N Commerce St

🗓 Sunday, March 8

🕐 1:00 PM

Turn your Western closet into cash. Bring quality boots, denim, turquoise, leather, and boutique pieces. If you’ve been meaning to clean out your closet — this gives you a reason.

“Lucky You” Porch Leaner Paint Party

📍 VFW Post 1922, 3332 N Grand Ave

🗓 Sunday, March 8

🕓 4:00 PM

🎟 Pre-registration required

Create your own festive porch leaner just in time for spring. All supplies included. If you love DIY projects or want a creative Sunday afternoon, this one fills up fast.

 Leopard Legends Hip Hop Competition Fundraiser

🗓 Sunday, March 8

🕕 6:00 PM

Featuring hip hop groups and solo performers. Vendor booths available. If you want high-energy entertainment while supporting a local organization, this is a great way to end the weekend.

 Music Bingo – The County Seat & DJ KD

📍 105 W California St

🗓 Monday, March 9

🕕 6:00 PM

Three rounds of music bingo and prize giveaways. If Mondays usually feel boring, this is how you fix that.

 Weekly Children’s Class – Spring Is On Its Way

📍 Cooke County Library, 200 S Weaver St

🗓 Tuesday, March 10

🕥 10:30 AM & 2:30 PM

Designed for toddlers and preschoolers (siblings welcome). Reading, singing, movement, and interactive learning. If you’re a parent or grandparent looking for something enriching during the week, this is a great free option.

Gainesville continues to show up for its community.

Whether you attend one event or five — showing up matters.

See you around town.

— The Gainesville Gazette

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