Gainesville Family Events Calendar
The Fun 4 Gator Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Gainesville area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event
PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.
Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.
Events and programs for kids with special needs
Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.
Informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations
Family friendly shows and concerts
Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.
Casting calls for productions and performances in need of kids under 18.
Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category
Sporting events and home games for local sports teams
One time classes open to kids and families.
Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.
Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.
Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.
Skate Station Tiny Tots: Thursdays
Ages 10 & Under can Bounce, Play, Skate, and Ride! Feel free to bring your own ride on toys and ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $7
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bouncin' at The Rock
Bouncin' @ The Rock will begin Thursday, June 1 and be held in the air-conditioned gymnasium of The Rock School ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Rock School, 9818 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32067
- Cost: $5 for kids 2-12 | Kids under 2 and parents are free
- Website: therocklions.com
- Category: Family Fun
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: National Doughnut Day
Whether it's powdered, filled or a hot Original Glazed®, stop in for a free doughnut from Krispy Kreme. In honor ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 306 NW 13th Street Gainesville, FL 32601
- Website: krispykreme.com
- Category: Family Fun
UF Football Mini Camps
In each camp, players receive instructions on all aspects of football, including: passing, rushing, receiving, line play, blocking, and pass ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ,157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: $25/person
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes
Engineering for Kids Open Houses
Bring the kids for an open house on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday afternoon! Engineering For Kids brings science, technology, engineering, and ...
- 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 5000 NW 34th Blvd, Suite 15 & 16, Gainesville, Florida 32605
- Website: www.engineeringforkids.net
- Category: Family Fun, Free
UF Football O-Line/D-Line Camp
In each camp, players receive instructions on all aspects of football, including: passing, rushing, receiving, line play, blocking, and pass ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:45 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ,157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: $25/person
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes
UF Football 7 on 7 Camp
In each camp, players receive instructions on all aspects of football, including: passing, rushing, receiving, line play, blocking, and pass ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:45 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ,157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: $300/team
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes
Fun in the Sun Celebration at Terwilliger Elementary
End of the year Fun in the Sun Celebration! Hosted by the Terwilliger Elementary School PTA. *Bounce houses *Slip n' ...
- 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Terwilliger Elementary School 301 NW 62nd street Gainesville, Fl 32607
- Cost: $5.00
- Category: Family Fun
Wear Orange: Family Fun Day
A free family event hosted by Gainesville's MOMS Demand Action Group to raise awareness for Gun Violence. Activities include free ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Veteran's Memorial Park, 7340 SW 41 Pl, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: act.everytown.org
- Category: Family Fun
Kids Cooking Classes at Depot Park
The first Saturday of June, July, August and September, I am excited to have the opportunity to teach YOUR kids ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
- Location: The Boxcar Event Space at Depot Park, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $10
- Website: kidscookout.brownpapertickets.com
- Category: Classes
Kids Saturday Club at Splitz
Bowling, arcade, & bounce house!
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling Center, 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $12.99/person
- Website: www.bowlsplitz.com
- Category: Family Fun
UF Football Mini Camps
In each camp, players receive instructions on all aspects of football, including: passing, rushing, receiving, line play, blocking, and pass ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ,157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: $25/person
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes
UF Football Kicking Camp
In each camp, players receive instructions on all aspects of football, including: passing, rushing, receiving, line play, blocking, and pass ...
- 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ,157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: $99
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes
Pofahl Studios presents The Pied Piper and The Great Candy Mountain
Join us for our 61st annual recital!
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Phillips Center 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $15
- Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
- Category: Shows & Concerts
The Sewing COOP: Intro to Crochet
This class is for kids who want to learn the basics of crochet. In this class students will learn all ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 706 NW 23rd Avenue, Suite A Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $70
- Website: thesewingcoop.com
- Category: Classes
Archer Library Summer Games and Crafts
Take a break from the heat! Play a variety of board games and make different crafts.
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 13266 SW State RD 45, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Millhopper Library Teen Battle of the Books
Join Millhopper's Battle of the Books team this summer at the library. Read 3 books, quiz each other, and participate ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
KidSaver: CPR For The Family
KidSaver is a collaborative effort of family friendly businesses to encourage those with children to learn CPR, how to use ...
- 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: 1029 NW 23rd Ave Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes
Bouncin' at The Rock
Bouncin' @ The Rock will begin Thursday, June 1 and be held in the air-conditioned gymnasium of The Rock School ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Rock School, 9818 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32067
- Cost: $5 for kids 2-12 | Kids under 2 and parents are free
- Website: therocklions.com
- Category: Family Fun
Hawthorne Library Teen Battle of the Books
Teens will meet this summer at the library once per week and read three pre-selected books to compete against the ...
- 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
- Location: 6640 S.E. 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Millhopper Library: Teen Video Challenge
"Makin' Movies...short ones...about books" This Summer at the Library, learn the basics to make a book trailer about a 2016 or ...
- 2:45 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Archer Library Teen Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books meetings are held every Tuesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. during June and July. We will prepare for ...
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: 13266 SW State RD 45, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
CCH Community Christian Homeschoolers Open House
Come join us at the Open House for Prospective Members and New Members. Come learn about who CCH is and ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Faith Presbyterian Church, 5916 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Website: cchweb.org
- Category: Informational
High Springs Library Teen Battle of the Books Meeting
Summer at the Library: Teens book lovers are invited to join the High Springs Battle of the Books Team. ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: 23779 W U.S. Hwy 27, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Cone Park Library Teen Battle of the Books Practice
Let's get ready for this year's Battle of the Books this summer at the library! We will meet every Wednesday ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: 2801 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Headquarters Library Teen Battle of the Books Meeting
We have the Battle of the Books titles released! Join us to get your copies of the books and to ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 401 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Newberry Library Teen Battle of the Books Discussion Group
Battle of the Books meetings are held every Wednesday from 3 - 4pm June 7 - July 25 in preparation ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 110 South Seaboard Drive, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Wednesday Summer Nights: Gainesville Nazarene Kids
Gainesville Nazarene Kids Every Wednesday Night in June: 6 pm - 8 pm DINNER SERVED from 6 - 6:30 Exploring the ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Church of the Nazarene @ 5020 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL
- Cost: FREE
- Website: firstchurchgnv.org
- Category: Free
Bouncin' at The Rock
Bouncin' @ The Rock will begin Thursday, June 1 and be held in the air-conditioned gymnasium of The Rock School ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Rock School, 9818 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32067
- Cost: $5 for kids 2-12 | Kids under 2 and parents are free
- Website: therocklions.com
- Category: Family Fun
Tinkergarten Trial Class at Westside Park
Come see what Tinkergarten is all about at this FREE trial class! Tinkergarten provides educational and fun classes for kids ...
- 10:00 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Westside Park, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Classes, Free
Skate Station Tiny Tots: Thursdays
Ages 10 & Under can Bounce, Play, Skate, and Ride! Feel free to bring your own ride on toys and ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $7
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua Library: Teen Battle of the Books
Join us for our 8th Annual Battle of the Books competition! We are looking for TEENS who love to read to ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Newberry Library Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Kick-off the Summer at the Library with a party! Fun and games for all ages.
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 110 South Seaboard Drive, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Learn with Jo-Ann: Kids Woven Cup
Learn to weave with yarn. Intended for children 5 years & older. Supplies are required for this class.
- 9:30 am
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $30
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
Thomas Center Opening of Uncontainable
The work of twenty-six globally-recognized urban artists, some of which has never been exhibited before, has been collected for this ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: The Historic Thomas Center, 302 NE 6th Ave, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mickle Pool Family Fun Nights
On Thursday and Friday nights Andrew R. Mickle Sr. Pool offers extended hours for family swim time! From 5 to ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool 1717 SE 15th Street, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.cityofgainesville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Hippodrome presents Forever Plaid
Showtimes are: Tues, Weds and Thurs at 7:00; Fri at 8:00 ; Sat at 5:00 and 8:30 and Sun at ...
- 8:00 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $30.00 per ticket
- Website: tickets.thehipp.org
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Learn with Jo-Ann: Kids Fish Cake
Learn to spread buttercream icing & pipe cake details. Intended for children 5 years & older. Supplies are required for ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $35
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
Cameron Dancenter Annual Production
Cameron Dancenter presents their 35th Annual Production.
- 10:00 am
- Location: Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $6
- Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Kids Saturday Club at Splitz
Bowling, arcade, & bounce house!
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling Center, 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $12.99/person
- Website: www.bowlsplitz.com
- Category: Family Fun
Crafty with a Cause: An Epilepsy Awareness Event
Join us One love cafe for a craft show for a cause! All local vendors will be selling fabulous products ...
- 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: One Love Cafe: 4989 NW 40th Place, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
CF Franklin Park Rededication
At 1 p.m., Saturday, June 10, the community is invited to a very special ribbon-cutting, celebrating the life of Conoly ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: C.F. Franklin Memorial Park, corner of Northeast Fourth Avenue and Northeast 15th Street, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Free Tinkergarten Trial
At Tinkergarten, families meet outdoors to connect and learn through play. In this free trial class, Tinkergarten Leader, Tricia Nelson, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Jonesville Park
- Cost: free trial
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Classes, Free
Micanopy Library Summer Rocks
Learn how to take your family rockhounding on your next vacation! See a variety of rocks from all over the ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Gainesville Area Equality March for Unity and Pride
We will be having a march in Gainesville in solidarity with the National Pride March in DC.
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Bo Diddley Community Plaza, 111 E. University Ave, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.bodiddleyplaza.com
- Category: Family Fun
Hippodrome presents Forever Plaid
Showtimes are: Tues, Weds and Thurs at 7:00; Fri at 8:00 ; Sat at 5:00 and 8:30 and Sun at ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $30.00 per ticket
- Website: tickets.thehipp.org
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Tinkergarten Trial Class at Westside Park
Come see what Tinkergarten is all about at this FREE trial class! Tinkergarten provides educational and fun classes for kids ...
- 10:00 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Westside Park, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Classes, Free
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
UF Football Mini Camps
In each camp, players receive instructions on all aspects of football, including: passing, rushing, receiving, line play, blocking, and pass ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ,157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: $25/person
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes
Archer Library Summer Games and Crafts
Take a break from the heat! Play a variety of board games and make different crafts.
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 13266 SW State RD 45, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Cone Park Library Paracord Bracelets
Paracord bracelets were originally used as a way to carry extra parachute cord in case of an emergency. Could this ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 2801 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Bouncin' at The Rock
Bouncin' @ The Rock will begin Thursday, June 1 and be held in the air-conditioned gymnasium of The Rock School ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Rock School, 9818 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32067
- Cost: $5 for kids 2-12 | Kids under 2 and parents are free
- Website: therocklions.com
- Category: Family Fun
Tinkergarten Trial Class at Westside Park
Come see what Tinkergarten is all about at this FREE trial class! Tinkergarten provides educational and fun classes for kids ...
- 10:00 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Westside Park, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Classes, Free
Free Tinkergarten Trial
At Tinkergarten, families meet outdoors to connect and learn through play. In this free trial class, Tinkergarten Leader, Tricia Nelson, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Jonesville Park
- Cost: free trial
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Classes, Free
UF Football Mini Camps
In each camp, players receive instructions on all aspects of football, including: passing, rushing, receiving, line play, blocking, and pass ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ,157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: $25/person
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes
Hawthorne Library Teen Battle of the Books
Teens will meet this summer at the library once per week and read three pre-selected books to compete against the ...
- 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
- Location: 6640 S.E. 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
UF Football Mini Camps
In each camp, players receive instructions on all aspects of football, including: passing, rushing, receiving, line play, blocking, and pass ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ,157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: $25/person
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes
High Springs Library Teen Battle of the Books Meeting
Summer at the Library: Teens book lovers are invited to join the High Springs Battle of the Books Team. ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: 23779 W U.S. Hwy 27, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Cone Park Library Teen Battle of the Books Practice
Let's get ready for this year's Battle of the Books this summer at the library! We will meet every Wednesday ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: 2801 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Headquarters Library Teen Battle of the Books Meeting
We have the Battle of the Books titles released! Join us to get your copies of the books and to ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 401 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Skate Station Tiny Tots: Thursdays
Ages 10 & Under can Bounce, Play, Skate, and Ride! Feel free to bring your own ride on toys and ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $7
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bouncin' at The Rock
Bouncin' @ The Rock will begin Thursday, June 1 and be held in the air-conditioned gymnasium of The Rock School ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Rock School, 9818 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32067
- Cost: $5 for kids 2-12 | Kids under 2 and parents are free
- Website: therocklions.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua Library: Teen Battle of the Books
Join us for our 8th Annual Battle of the Books competition! We are looking for TEENS who love to read to ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Cone Park Library Zumba for Kids and Teens
Dance away this Summer at the Library with Zumba. Sponsored by Friends of the Library
- 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: 2801 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Hawthorne Library Wizzbangz Bus
Explore hands on science experiments, including building rockets, this Summer at the Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 6640 S.E. 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Learn with Jo-Ann: Kids Fish Cake
Learn to spread buttercream icing & pipe cake details. Intended for children 5 years & older. Supplies are required for ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $35
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
Melrose Library: How-to Fest
How-To Fest at the Melrose Library on Friday, June 16th from 1:00-3:30pm. Learn 10 Things in 2 Hours! Learn a ...
- 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: 312 Wynnwood Avenue, Melrose, FL 32666
- Cost: FREE
- Website: funinputnam.com
- Category: Library Programs
Tropical Smoothie Cafe' Flip Flop Day: Free smoothie!
National Flip Flop Day® is Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s own holiday, every third Friday in June, when we celebrate our customers ...
- 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 3345 SW 34th Street Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Hawthorne Library Cooking From your Garden
Join us this summer at the library for this once per month event with hands-on healthy cooking/food demonstrations and preparing, ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 6640 S.E. 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Father's Day Tea in Alachua
We are celebrating Dads at Teatime Tranquility & Treasures! Includes: Afternoon Tea & A Special Gift for Dad Please use the form ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Teatime Tranquility & Treasures, 14521 Main St., Alachua Florida
- Cost: $16.95 Per Person | Kids $10
- Website: teatimetranquility.com
- Category: Family Fun
Ninja Jam Saturday at Sun Country
Who wants to be a Ninja? Don't miss Ninja Jam on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Ninja Jam will ...
- 9:30 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 S.W. 140th Terrace Jonesville, Florida 32669
- Cost: members $15.75 non-members $19
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Classes
FLMNH World Sea Turtle Day Celebration
Celebrate World Sea Turtle Day with the Sea Turtle Conservancy! Children and families are invited to tour the Museum’s sea ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville FL
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.flmnh.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
A Taste of Syrup at Dudley Farm
The Southern Syrupmakers Assoc will bring a cane syrup tasting day of fun. Come and vote for your favorite cane ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Dudly Farm State Historic Park, 18730 W. Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
- Cost: free with park admission: $5 per vehicle
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Celebration UMC Family Workshop: Pediatric Massage
Come join us at Celebration UMC and learn how beneficial massage can be for children with special needs.
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Celebration UMC, 9501 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.celebrationgnv.org
- Category: Classes, Free
Hippodrome presents Forever Plaid
Showtimes are: Tues, Weds and Thurs at 7:00; Fri at 8:00 ; Sat at 5:00 and 8:30 and Sun at ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $30.00 per ticket
- Website: tickets.thehipp.org
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Tinkergarten Trial Class at Northeast Park
Come see what Tinkergarten is all about at this FREE trial class! Tinkergarten provides educational and fun classes for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Northeast Park, Gainesville Fl
- Cost: FREE
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Classes
Smart Start at Zion: Music & Movement
Get ready to sing, dance, socialize, play...and learn! Miss Cara will be leading a 5 week Summer Session, starting Monday, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church, 1700 NW 34th St.
- Cost: 2.00/family per class
- Website: www.ziongainesville.com
- Category: Classes
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
Millhopper Library:Nocturnal Wildlife of North Florida
Join Sunrise Wildlife Rehabilitation for an enlightning program featuring live nocturnal wildlife of North Florida. The wildlife featured will be ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Archer Library Summer Games and Crafts
Take a break from the heat! Play a variety of board games and make different crafts.
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 13266 SW State RD 45, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Free Tinkergarten Trial
At Tinkergarten, families meet outdoors to connect and learn through play. In this free trial class, Tinkergarten Leader, Tricia Nelson, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Jonesville Park
- Cost: free trial
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Classes, Free
Bouncin' at The Rock
Bouncin' @ The Rock will begin Thursday, June 1 and be held in the air-conditioned gymnasium of The Rock School ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Rock School, 9818 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32067
- Cost: $5 for kids 2-12 | Kids under 2 and parents are free
- Website: therocklions.com
- Category: Family Fun
Hippodrome Theatre:A Wrinkle in Time Kids Production
The Hippodrome's education department is proud to present the beloved play "A Wrinkle in Time." Gainesville kids will shine in ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: Adults: $7 | Kids: $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Hippodrome Theatre:A Wrinkle in Time Kids Production
The Hippodrome's education department is proud to present the beloved play "A Wrinkle in Time." Gainesville kids will shine in ...
- 12:30 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: Adults: $7 | Kids: $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Hawthorne Library Teen Battle of the Books
Teens will meet this summer at the library once per week and read three pre-selected books to compete against the ...
- 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
- Location: 6640 S.E. 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Dudley Farm Domestic Skills Child-Friendly Workshops
A resource person person will demonstrate a variety of domestic skills on Wednesdays (except the 3rd Wed). Come to the ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Free with park admission of $5 per vehicle
- Website: friendsofdudleyfarm.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
Hippodrome Theatre:A Wrinkle in Time Kids Production
The Hippodrome's education department is proud to present the beloved play "A Wrinkle in Time." Gainesville kids will shine in ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: Adults: $7 | Kids: $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows & Concerts
High Springs Library Teen Battle of the Books Meeting
Summer at the Library: Teens book lovers are invited to join the High Springs Battle of the Books Team. ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: 23779 W U.S. Hwy 27, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Hippodrome Theatre:A Wrinkle in Time Kids Production
The Hippodrome's education department is proud to present the beloved play "A Wrinkle in Time." Gainesville kids will shine in ...
- 12:30 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: Adults: $7 | Kids: $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Bouncin' at The Rock
Bouncin' @ The Rock will begin Thursday, June 1 and be held in the air-conditioned gymnasium of The Rock School ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Rock School, 9818 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32067
- Cost: $5 for kids 2-12 | Kids under 2 and parents are free
- Website: therocklions.com
- Category: Family Fun
Smart Start at Zion: Music & Movement: Big Kids!
A music and movement class...for big kids! This summer only, we thought we'd design a class for the kids who ...
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church, 1700 NW 34th St.
- Cost: 4.00/family per class
- Website: www.ziongainesville.com
- Category: Classes
Skate Station Tiny Tots: Thursdays
Ages 10 & Under can Bounce, Play, Skate, and Ride! Feel free to bring your own ride on toys and ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $7
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Hippodrome Theatre:A Wrinkle in Time Kids Production
The Hippodrome's education department is proud to present the beloved play "A Wrinkle in Time." Gainesville kids will shine in ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: Adults: $7 | Kids: $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Star Center Children's Theatre presents Mulan Jr. at Lincoln Middle School
Kids from the Super Smart Camp share their exposure to ancient culture in MULAN Jr, Based on Disney’s Oscar-nominated film, ...
- 10:30 am - 8:15 pm
- Location: Lincoln Middle School, 1001 SE 12th St, Gainesville FL 32641
- Cost: General admission $10, students $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Learn with Jo-Ann: Kids Pillowcase
Kids are so proud to make it themselves! Intended for children 8 years & older.
- 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $35
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
Learn with Jo-Ann: Kids Donut Pillow
Learn to trace on fabric & machine sew with fleece & felt. Finished size 15". Intended for children 8 years ...
- 1:30 pm
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $35
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
Mickle Pool Family Fun Nights
On Thursday and Friday nights Andrew R. Mickle Sr. Pool offers extended hours for family swim time! From 5 to ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool 1717 SE 15th Street, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.cityofgainesville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Capes and Tiaras: Moana and Maui's Family Movie Night Meet and Greet
Grab your sleeping bags and pj's and join our new island princess and DemiGod on Friday, June 23rd for family ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Girls Place, Inc 2101 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, Florida 32605
- Cost: $12/child, Free for 2 adults per family
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dash and Splash Summer Series
It’s time to be challenged! Come participate in four races to keep fit and have fun this summer! This year ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.cityofgainesville.org
- Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks
Urban Nature Tour at Depot Park
Join us for an Urban Nature Tour at Depot Park, every 4th Saturday in June, July, and August. Pete Monte, ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Upward Stars Summer Shootout
Come out to the Grand Opening Event at the Brand New 4 Court Facility Legacy Park!
- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Hal Brady Recreation Complex,14300 NW 146 Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Learn with Jo-Ann: Kids Hand Sewn Baby Pals
Learn to trace, cut fabric & hand sew. Intended for children 5 years & older. Supplies are required for this ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $35
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
Teddy Bear Clinic and Open House: Affiliated Veterinary Specialists
Please join us for our first ever fun, family event to mend those bears and see what life as a ...
- 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 7314 W. University Ave., Gainesville Fl 32607
- Cost: Free
- Website: avspethospitals.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Step 317 Photography:Red White and Blue Mini Sessions
Fifteen minute studio session. Siblings welcome! Watermelon slice to finish session, and view your photos immediately.
- All Day Event
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Upward Stars Summer Shootout
Come out to the Grand Opening Event at the Brand New 4 Court Facility Legacy Park!
- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Hal Brady Recreation Complex,14300 NW 146 Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Tinkergarten Trial Class at Northeast Park
At Tinkergarten, families meet outdoors to connect and learn through play. In this free trial class, Tinkergarten Leader Amy Carson ...
- 9:30 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Northeast Park, Gainesville FL
- Cost: FREE
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Family Fun
Free Tinkergarten Trial
At Tinkergarten, families meet outdoors to connect and learn through play. In this free trial class, Tinkergarten Leader, Tricia Nelson, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Jonesville Park
- Cost: free trial
- Website: tinkergarten.com
- Category: Classes, Free
My Neighbor Totoro
Don't miss one of Studio Ghibli’s most iconic films (and characters) in this beloved family classic from legendary director Hayao ...
- 12:55 pm
- Location: 3101 Sw 35 Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $13.31
- Website: www.fathomevents.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows & Concerts
Step 317 Photography:Red White and Blue Mini Sessions
Fifteen minute studio session. Siblings welcome! Watermelon slice to finish session, and view your photos immediately.
- All Day Event
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Smart Start at Zion: Music & Movement
Get ready to sing, dance, socialize, play...and learn! Miss Cara will be leading a 5 week Summer Session, starting Monday, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church, 1700 NW 34th St.
- Cost: 2.00/family per class
- Website: www.ziongainesville.com
- Category: Classes
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
Yucai Chinese School Mandarin Class Free Trial
Join us for a fun language learning experience in Yucai! Campers in Yucai Chinese Summer Camp are having a lot ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: 4426 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: 0
- Website: www.usyucai.com
- Category: Classes, Free
Archer Library Summer Games and Crafts
Take a break from the heat! Play a variety of board games and make different crafts.
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 13266 SW State RD 45, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Step 317 Photography:Red White and Blue Mini Sessions
Fifteen minute studio session. Siblings welcome! Watermelon slice to finish session, and view your photos immediately.
- All Day Event
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
The Sewing COOP: Intro to Crochet
This class is for kids who want to learn the basics of crochet. In this class students will learn all ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 706 NW 23rd Avenue, Suite A Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $70
- Website: thesewingcoop.com
- Category: Classes
Healthy Smiles Day
On Tuesday, June 27th 2017 from 1-4 PM the Pediatric Residents at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital in conjunction with ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Southwest Dental Clinic, 816 SW 64th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: FREE
- Website: swadvocacygroup.org
- Category: Other, Free
Hawthorne Library Teen Battle of the Books
Teens will meet this summer at the library once per week and read three pre-selected books to compete against the ...
- 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
- Location: 6640 S.E. 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Millhopper Library: Teen Video Challenge
"Makin' Movies...short ones...about books" This Summer at the Library, learn the basics to make a book trailer about a 2016 or ...
- 2:45 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Step 317 Photography:Red White and Blue Mini Sessions
Fifteen minute studio session. Siblings welcome! Watermelon slice to finish session, and view your photos immediately.
- All Day Event
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
High Springs Library Teen Battle of the Books Meeting
Summer at the Library: Teens book lovers are invited to join the High Springs Battle of the Books Team. ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: 23779 W U.S. Hwy 27, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Cone Park Library Teen Battle of the Books Practice
Let's get ready for this year's Battle of the Books this summer at the library! We will meet every Wednesday ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: 2801 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Headquarters Library Teen Battle of the Books Meeting
We have the Battle of the Books titles released! Join us to get your copies of the books and to ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 401 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Step 317 Photography:Red White and Blue Mini Sessions
Fifteen minute studio session. Siblings welcome! Watermelon slice to finish session, and view your photos immediately.
- All Day Event
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Smart Start at Zion: Music & Movement: Big Kids!
A music and movement class...for big kids! This summer only, we thought we'd design a class for the kids who ...
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church, 1700 NW 34th St.
- Cost: 4.00/family per class
- Website: www.ziongainesville.com
- Category: Classes
Skate Station Tiny Tots: Thursdays
Ages 10 & Under can Bounce, Play, Skate, and Ride! Feel free to bring your own ride on toys and ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $7
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bouncin' at The Rock
Bouncin' @ The Rock will begin Thursday, June 1 and be held in the air-conditioned gymnasium of The Rock School ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Rock School, 9818 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32067
- Cost: $5 for kids 2-12 | Kids under 2 and parents are free
- Website: therocklions.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua Library: Teen Battle of the Books
Join us for our 8th Annual Battle of the Books competition! We are looking for TEENS who love to read to ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Step 317 Photography:Red White and Blue Mini Sessions
Fifteen minute studio session. Siblings welcome! Watermelon slice to finish session, and view your photos immediately.
- All Day Event
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Michaels Camp Creativity
Join us on a summer crafting journey. Weekly themes for kids ages 3 and up.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: $5/session or $12 for 3 sessions
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Classes
Mickle Pool Family Fun Nights
On Thursday and Friday nights Andrew R. Mickle Sr. Pool offers extended hours for family swim time! From 5 to ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool 1717 SE 15th Street, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.cityofgainesville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
S-Connection Ariel Arts PNO
Leave your kids with the circus and take the night off! Kids will engage in technique class, games, free play, ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: S-Connection Aerial Arts 250 SE 10th Ave, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: $25
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Once on this Island at Eastside High School
Once on This Island Jr. is the story of a peasant girl on a tropical island, who uses the power ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Eastside High School Auditorium, 1201 Southeast 43rd Street, Gainesville FL
- Cost: students $5, adults $10
- Website: www.sbac.edu
- Category: Shows & Concerts
