Bo Diddley Plaza

BDP 2.png
BDP 1.png
BDP 3.png
BDP 4.png
BDP 5.png

Welcome to Bo Diddley Plaza

BDP.JPG The beautiful Bo Diddley Community Plaza is located at 111 E. University Avenue on the corner of SE 1st Street and East University Avenue in the heart of Historic Downtown Gainesville. The plaza is available to rent for concerts, festivals, church gatherings and more throughout the year; offering a covered stage as well as a picnic and park area. Bo Diddley Plaza also features a restaurant and a café on-site. It was renamed in 2008 in honor of local treasure, legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, singer, guitarist and songwriter, Bo Diddley.  

For Fest 21 tickets and information visit thefestfl.com.

Free Fridays returns April 2025

This year's concert series will be held every Friday, April 4 to Sept. 26, from 7 to 9 p.m. Musicians and bands can apply to perform at Free Fridays in 2025. Applications are open now, and must be submitted by Saturday, Feb. 22. 

Artist Application Form

Upcoming Events

Location

111 E. University Avenue, Gainesville 32601  View Map

Google Map
Suitable for:

Venue Snapshot

Features

  • Stage
  • Available for Rentals

Contact

Nigel Hamm
(352) 393-8202
HammN1@gainesvillefl.gov

Rental Information

Bo Diddley Plaza Booking

Back to top