City of Alachua - Annual Events

The City of Alachua is proud to host a variety of holiday and special events throughout the year. Some events are sponsored by the City and others are sponsored by other organizations and volunteers. There is something to do in Alachua for every season, from arts and crafts festivals in the spring, to the Largest Small Town Fireworks Display in America in the summer, to parades and tree lighting in the fall and winter.

So whether you’re a resident or visiting Alachua for the very first time, be sure to check out our events throughout the year and mark your calendar for family fun.

Events:
TRICK OR TREAT ON MAIN (October)
Located on Main Street
Cost: Free
Contact: Alachua Chamber of Commerce (386) 462-3333

ALACHUA MAIN STREET FESTIVAL (November)
Located on Main Street
Cost: Free
Contact: Alachua Business League (386) 462-955

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING & SANTA VISIT (November/December)
Located at Downtown Main Street Park
Cost: Free
Contact: City of Alachua (386) 418-6100

ALACHUA CHRISTMAS PARADE (December)
Located on Main Street
Cost: Free
Contact: Alachua Chamber of Commerce (386) 462-3333

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CELEBRATION (January)
Located at City of Alachua Municipal Complex - 15100 NW 142nd Ter.
Cost: Free
Contact: City of Alachua (386) 418-6100

EASTER EGG HUNT (April)
Located at Legacy Park 15400 Peggy Road
Cost: Free
Contact: (386) 418-0449

FOURTH OF JULY (July 4)
Located at Hal Brady Recreation Complex - 14300 NW 146th Ter.
Cost: Free
Contact: City of Alachua, Kimberly Vermillion (386) 418-6100