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.
Tours, & 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 and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.
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, workshops, and clinics 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.
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 ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic
This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
PunkOuter Games Board Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...
- 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: PunkOuter Games 13 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Naturals Baseball Program Free Open Workouts
Free open workouts for the winter. Regardless of what organization you play for. Come and get some work in. Drills, ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Proball Academy 24815 NW 16th Ave, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids and Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) 9 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Smart Start at Zion Christmas
Christmas Sing-A-Long Music and Movement Classes Tuesday, December 3 at 10 am Tuesday, December 10 at 10 am Christmas Party Saturday, December 14 ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Suggested donation: $5 per family
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch
Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes).
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Stay and Play
Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots Skate
Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission includes roller skating, soft ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10 regular admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Baby Time - High Springs Branch
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play
Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - J is for Jingle Bells
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Santa At Stay & Play
Come meet Santa at this Friday's Stay & Play! We will begin at 11 am and finish at 11:30 am ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terr, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13.50/member, $16.75 non-members
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Amber Brooke Farms Winter Festival
Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...
- 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: TBA
- Website: amberbrookefarms.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Santa Paws 5k-9 and 10K-9
This race benefits the North Central Florida Humane Society.Their vision and purpose is to help create a vibrant, animal welfare-focused ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $35-$44.96
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
Ray's Reindeer Rumble- 3v3 Soccer Tournament
3v3's are great events, with fast-paced small-sided action where all of the players get a ton of touches on the ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Soccer Park 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.gainesvillesoccer.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Mr and Mrs Claus Visit Deep Creek Game Farm
We will have a face painter, and Mr & Mrs. Clause will be handing out cookies and will be available ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: 412 CR-315 S, Interlachen, FL 32148
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Merry Melrose Christmas Parade
Holiday cheering and fun for everyone! Please come join us for our merry Melrose Christmas parade. A Story Book Christmas! 8 am-9 ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: SR 26, from Center Street to SR 21, Melrose, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: melrosefl.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Florida Gators Softball All Skills Camp
The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following camps for fall and winter of 2024 at the ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Sporting Events
UF Softball Winter Camps
The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following Fall and Winter Camps for 2024 at the home ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead
Come visit the 1856 Historic Haile Homestead and enjoy our Vintage Holidays decorations on our guided tours! Come see the ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person, under 12 free!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Newborn Care Class
This class covers all things newborn! Including feeding, bathing, diapering, health, comforting, and safety. It provides hands on demonstration and ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: HCA Florida North Florida Hospital 6400 West Newberry Rd, Ste 107, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.hcafloridahealthcare.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic
This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
PunkOuter Games Board Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...
- 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: PunkOuter Games 13 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
BJ’s Brewhouse’s Family Christmas Dinner Night
Join Us for BJ’s Brewhouse’s FIRST-EVER Family Christmas Dinner Night! Make this holiday season unforgettable with a night full of ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 6611 W Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $18.95 Adult, $14.95 Child. Pre-Purchase tickets only at restaurant!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids and Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) 9 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot- FREE Day!
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Matheson History Museum
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Matheson History Museum. We will do some fun activities including ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch
Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch
Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes).
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Stay and Play
Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Fun 4 Gator Kids Holiday Playgroup at Charter Senior Living
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Charter Senior Living in Gainesville. We will sing Christmas carols and make crafts ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1001 SW 92nd Blvd Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Story Time
Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun. Story Time is a ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch Meeting Room 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play
Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library Homeschool MakerSpace - Millhopper Branch
Join us for a fun morning of making and crafting! Supplies provided, ages 6-11.
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Bah Humbug to dashing through the snow in Florida, join the ghosts ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $20-$50
- Website: thehipp.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Santa at Hitchcock's Markets
Sleigh, what?! Santa Claus is coming to Hitchcock's? Come in and get your picture taken with the big guy on ...
- 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Local Hitchcock's (see description for details)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Sunrise Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Join a ranger on a 30-45 minutes walk into the wetlands while you enjoy the sunrise and learn about the ...
- 7:20 am - 8:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Mayhem Ranch Breakfast with Santa
Experience the magic of the season at our Breakfast with Santa & his Reindeer! Join us for a cozy morning, ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: $30 (2 and under are free)
- Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead
Come visit the 1856 Historic Haile Homestead and enjoy our Vintage Holidays decorations on our guided tours! Come see the ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person, under 12 free!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Mayhem Ranch Winter Festival
Santa and his Reindeer will be at Mayhem Ranch starting December 14-22, 2024! Our Winter Festival will be open on ...
- 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: $15.00 Per Person, 2 & under FREE!
- Website: mayhemranchfl.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Sensory Story Time
Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of ...
- 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room, Meeting Room B) 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Flip Factory Zone
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Flip Factory. Bumper cars, rock climbing walls, 4 story jungle gym, 45 arcade ...
- 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: Flip Factory Zone 7400 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Bah Humbug to dashing through the snow in Florida, join the ghosts ...
- 1:00 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $20-$50
- Website: thehipp.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Read With A Horse
Come read a story with a special guest from Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses! We'll also have a fun horse-themed ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Branch Courtyard: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights- Silent Night
The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Gators Dockside Kids Night
Kids eat free per paying adult from 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm every Tuesday!
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Gators Dockside: 3842 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal
- Website: gatorsdockside.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes).
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Gainesville Frisbee
Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefrisbee.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Community Menorah Lighting at Congregation B'nai Israel
Join us as we light a giant menorah outside of B’nai Israel in celebration of the first night of Hanukkah. ...
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: B'nai Israel Lawn 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.bnaigainesville.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour
Come enjoy a White Christmas with us and see Lotis- the Baby White Lioness! The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $45 | Ages 3-11 are $15 | Under 2 FREE
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Tours/Informational
Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots Skate
Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission includes roller skating, soft ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10 regular admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Story Time
Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun. Story Time is a ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch Meeting Room 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play
Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting
State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. | Fourth Friday at 10:30 a.m. Zoom
- 10:30 am
- Location: Zoom
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Other, Free
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Gainesville Frisbee
Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefrisbee.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Sunrise Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Join a ranger on a 30-45 minutes walk into the wetlands while you enjoy the sunrise and learn about the ...
- 7:20 am - 8:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
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 ...
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Circus Center 1925 Northwest 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Sliding scale fee $5 - $20 pays for child and 1 adult visitor
- Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead
Come visit the 1856 Historic Haile Homestead and enjoy our Vintage Holidays decorations on our guided tours! Come see the ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person, under 12 free!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Alachua County Library: Marvelous Makers Craft Club at Alachua Branch
Have a crafting hobby that you enjoy? Come hang out with us while you work on a project! If you enjoy ...
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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 ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic
This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
PunkOuter Games Board Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...
- 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: PunkOuter Games 13 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans
Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, on Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: Fee: $5
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Fun 4 Gator Kids Race into 2025 New Years Playgroup
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup and RACE into 2025! We're counting down til noon in the park. On December ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Kanapaha Veterans Memorial Park 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua County Library: Sensory Adventures at Alachua Branch
Join us as we learn through play! Each month we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch
Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
