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License Free Fishing Day

License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Gator Steps for Lung Disease 5k Run/Walk Event

Please join us for our inaugural Gator Steps for Lung Disease benefiting the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep ...

Archers for Autism Fun Shoot

Gator Bowmen Archery Club is proud to host the first annual Archers for Autism Fun Shoot to benefit the University ...

  • 8:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Gator Bowmen Archery Club 5824 SW 105th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for details. General spectators are welcome to attend at no cost.
  • Website: gatorbowmen.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Oak Hall Saturday Tours

Each spring, Oak Hall hosts monthly Saturday Tours for families to visit campus for an immersive experience the whole family ...

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

Alachua County Community Reuse & Recycle Day

The Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery Department invites residents to participate in two “Community Reuse & Recycle Days” ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Health Department 224 SE 24th Street Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Alachua County Community Reuse & Recycle Day

The Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery Department invites residents to participate in two “Community Reuse & Recycle Days” ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: In honor of Earth Day and in conjunction with the Zoo’s Party for the Planet Weekend, donors will receive a discount voucher for Zoo Admission - while supplies last.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Gainesville Cars & Coffee at Tioga

Join us and Gainesville Cars & Coffee on Saturday, April 6th from 9-11 am for our next meetup! This family-friendly ...

Gator Clot Trot 5K & Fun Walk

Join us for fun, food, games, a raffle, and more at the 13th annual Gator Clot 5K Run and Walk ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: A donation of your choice
  • Website: secure.qgiv.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Ichetucknee Springs State Park Spring Family Fun Day

Bring the whole family, and spend the day with us for the Spring Family Fun Day! Environmental Extravaganza, $0.25 Games, ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park (south entrance) 12087 SW US Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
  • Cost: Park Admission $6 per Vehicle
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Living History Saturday at Morningside Nature Center

First Saturday of the month September–May, from 9 am–4:30 pm at the Living History Farm. C’mon home to the Living ...

McIntosh Seedlings Plant Show and Sale

Please join us for our 19th annual plant sale. Shop a great selection of plant and yard art, from vendors ...

Newberry Spring Festival

SAVE THE DATE! Newberry Main Street Organization is proud to present our Annual Spring Festival taking place on April 6, ...

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo: Party for the Planet

Join us as we Spring Into Action for Earth Day. In honor of Earth Day, we are hosting Party for the ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $10 - adults | $6 - ages 4-12 | Free – ages 3 & under
  • Website: www.sfcollege.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

Southeastern Guide Dogs Walkathon

Bring your family, bring your dogs, bring your friends, and bring your friends' dogs to the Gainesville Walkathon at Trinity ...

Spring Fling Family Carnival

This is a FREE event designed to be sensory friendly, trauma-informed, and accessible for kids with differing abilities! There will ...

Stephen Foster Antique Tractor and Engine Show

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 34th Annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show April 4-6, 2024. ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $5 per vehicle with up to eight passengers
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational

The Home Depot Kids Workshops

Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month ...

UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital Bike Rodeo, Safety, and Health Fair

Join UF Health Shands Children's Hospital, the University of Florida Police Department and several community partners to learn how to ...

University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students

The University of Florida Math Circle is a community focused on the enjoyment and exploration of mathematical ideas. The main ...

Gainesville Circus Center Toddler Time

Bounce, swing, climb and play with your mini-me at this semi-structured parent-child class. We have hula hoops, bouncy balls, tumble ...

Alachua County Library: Family MakerSpace Day at Micanopy Branch

This family MakerSpace is open all day from 10 am - 4 pm. Bring the whole family or just come ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Cedar Key Old Florida Celebration of the Arts

Established in 1964 and formerly known as the Cedar Key Sidewalk Arts Festival, the Old Florida Celebration of the Arts ...

Family Art Experience Watercolor Paper Lanterns

Kids ages 5-12 with their parents or caregivers will learn how to paint and build their own lanterns. This is ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Can You Dig It?

Dig into geology and discover the Earth at your feet! Enjoy hands-on activities, both inside and outside the Museum, and ...

GatorTRAX Spring Events

This semester Tau Beta Pi will be hosting four Saturday GatorTrax events. Events will be from 10:00 am to 11:30 ...

Guided Hike on Rim Ramble at Paynes Prairie

The Rim Ramble Ranger-Led Adventures start November 4th through April 27th (weather permitting). This 1.5-mile trail meanders through a dense ...

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Breastfeeding and Pumping

In Person Breastfeeding and Pumping Combo - (4-hr class) This class covers breastfeeding basics, hand expression, latching your newborn, positioning at ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour

We have a guided tour the first Saturday of every month at 10 am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Little Ears Field Day

Hosted by UF’s Student Academy of Audiology, Little Ears Field Day provides a day of fun, games, and learning about ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Roots Plant Studio 3rd Birthday

Come celebrate our 3rd birthday with us and enjoy sales, free food & drinks, raffles, giveaways, and treats!

St Augustine Lions Seafood Festival

St. Augustine Lions Spring Seafood Festival. April 6th-7th, 2024. Fun since 1981. Great Food, Live Music, Entertainment and Activities, Arts ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 25 W Castillo Dr, St Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: General Admission: $10, Children 12 & under FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UF Entomology Club's Annual BUGFEST

Enchanted Entomology is this years BUGFEST theme, including some of everyone's favorite fables! Our annual event includes an insect petting ...

UF Vet Med Open House

The University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine will host its popular open house event this year, promising a full ...

University of Florida Math Circle for Middle School Students

The University of Florida Math Circle is a community focused on the enjoyment and exploration of mathematical ideas. The main ...

Waldo Community Education Health Fair

This is a free fun filled community event, designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, prevent and manage disease and connect the ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Story Time

Come join us for fun, interactive activities meant to reinforce early literacy skills! Perfect for toddlers and preschool aged children.

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time

Read, sing, and play for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Alachua County Library My Shadow and Me - Waldo Branch

Arts and crafts for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.

April Spring Market at The Shoppes at Thornebrook

Fun for the whole family at the Shoppes at Thornebrook! Our April Spring Market brings a variety of food trucks, ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Shoppes at Thornebrook 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Cade Museum Meet an Inventor: UF College of Engineering

Join us for an afternoon of innovation and meet the engineers of tomorrow as four UF student engineering groups showcase ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Cost of museum admission, see website for details
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

FREE College Readiness Workshops

Attention Gainesville Students! Are you ready to take charge of your future? Join us for FREE College Readiness Workshops hosted by ...

Mill Creek Farm Retirement Home for Horses

Bring a bag (or bags) of carrots to feed the horses on Saturdays! The Retirement Home for Horses provides lifetime ...

Skate Station Funworks Roller Skating Lessons

You are never too young or old to Learn to Skate! Skate Station Funworks offers a skating lesson program on ...

Spring in a Small Town Market with Alpacas

Alpaca petting zoo and local artisans, in one event! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to snap a photo and pet ...

Cade Museum Maker Workshops Series

Embark on a journey of innovation and exploration with our Maker Workshops at the Creation Station. Each week brings a ...

Latina Women’s League Bilingual Children's Storytelling

Did you know that children have the ability to learn another language at a young age? Latina Women’s League offers ...

Sun Country Sports Center Splash Jam

All kids aged 3 and above are invited to join us at Splash Jam for some additional pool time! Splash ...

Alachua County Library Spring Teen Art Show at Headquarters Branch

We are pleased to announce that the 2024 Spring Teen Art Show will be taking place Saturday through Sunday, April ...

Savage Race JR

We have a friendly and challenging course for your little Savage. Each wave is monitored by friendly and enthusiastic staff, ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Barn at Rembert Farm 13126 NW 174th Ave, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: $40 online or $50 on-site. One spectator pass is included.
  • Website: savagerace.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Sun Country Sports Center Ninja Jam

Ninja Jam is the perfect option for your child if you don’t want to commit to regularly scheduled class or ...

Sun Country Sports Center Gym Jam

Gym Jam and Gym Jam Jr. are perfect gymnastic options for your child if you don’t want to commit to ...

Danscompany of Gainesville presents Spring Concert and State of Wonder Show

"State of Wonder" along with our 41st Anniversary Concert "State of Wonder" will feature original music by Florida composer, Dave LaGrande ...

Viva Europe

Viva Europe is a one-day festival that will promote awareness of the diversity of European cultures. Experience Europe right in your ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Sun Country Sports Center Dance Jam

Dance Jam is the perfect option for your child if you don’t want to commit to regularly scheduled class, or ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

Join us in our unique Waldo ArtSpace for arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party

Who’s ready for the next tea party? In consideration of Easter Weekend, the March tea party has been rescheduled for ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Haile Village Bistro 5323 SW 91st Ter, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: $35 per Adult | $15 per Child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sun Country Stay and Play

End your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun environment. Stay and Play is ...

M2 Battle Sports Newberry Open Play Saturdays

Open Play at 4:45 pm and 7:45 pm. M2 Battlesports Newberry is located at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex and offers ...

Brazil Fest

Brazil Fest at Depot Village! Brazil Fest is back with an amazing line-up of musicians, dancers and artisans bringing you ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 404 SE 2nd St, Gainesville, FL 32601-6716
  • Cost: Tickets $20 / Students $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

UF Softball vs. Louisiana State University

UF Softball vs Louisiana State University

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Afro Roots Fest

Afro Roots Fest returns to Gainesville for another Afro-Cuban Convening featuring dance and percussion workshops on Friday, April 5, including ...

Danscompany of Gainesville presents Spring Concert and State of Wonder Show

"State of Wonder" along with our 41st Anniversary Concert "State of Wonder" will feature original music by Florida composer, Dave LaGrande ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Eclipse

You see the moon all the time, but do you know its story? Why is it there, why does it ...

Mary Poppins The Musical at Eastside

We are extremely excited to bring the magic of one of the world's most famous nannies to stage here at ...

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ordinary Days

Directed by: Kaylene Sattano Music Adam Gwon Lyrics Adam Gwon Experience the beauty of simplicity and the extraordinary in the ordinary with Ordinary ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets: $24 | Senior Tickets $20 | Student Tickets $12
  • Website: app.arts-people.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

O'Leno State Park Firefly Encounter

Learn about fireflies and see thousands of them light up the night! This special after-hours interpretive program will be held ...

  • 8:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: O'Leno State Park 410 SE O'Leno Park Rd High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $15 ticket price includes your park entry fee, and allows one vehicle with a maximum of 8 people.
  • Website: www.ticketsignup.io
  • Category: Family Fun