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.
Museum for Me Sensory-Friendly Event
Join us for a morning at the Museum for adults and children on the autism spectrum and their friends, families ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Special Needs, Free
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park is open to the public on community days. In an effort to support the families ...
- 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: Admission is $16.00 per person, Children 3 and under are free when accompanied by their parents
- Website: www.kulaqua.com
- Category: Family Fun
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Backpack Blessing
Back to school blessing for students, families and all involved in education will be on Sunday, August 7 at the ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 100 NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
The Buzz on Insect Diversity: A Perspective on the Wide World of Insect Diversity
Is the summer heat bugging you? Join us for our Perspectives in the Park this Sunday (August 7th) from 12-1 ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Park 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Trinity's Day Spa presents Back 2 School Braid Bash at MLK Center
Trinity’s Day Spa presents the 2nd Annual Back2School Braid Bash Two- Five free feed in braids only! Free manicures. Hair will ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: MLK Center 1028 Northeast 14th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Class
iBaby & Me is a dance, music & movement class for 6 mos- 2.5 yrs. Parents/Caregivers join in on the ...
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Location: 7050 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $15 per parent/child | PRE-REGISTRATION ONLINE REQUIRED
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Alachua Splash Park
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup is going to Alachua Splash Park on Monday, August 8th. We will have cold treats ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Alachua Splash Park 14300 NW 146th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
UF IFAS Nature Coast Biological Station Self Guided Discovery Days
Visitors can explore our public education room on the first floor of the facility in downtown Cedar Key (552 1st ...
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 552 1st Street, Cedar Key, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: ncbs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Public Schools: Empowerment Summit
Families are invited to the Empowerment Summit set for August 8 at Trinity United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Florida Credit ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Trinity United Methodist Church 4000 NW 53rd Ave Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Chalk the Walk at Depot Park
Chalk the Walk is a FREE program designed for children ages 2-5 (accompanied by an adult) to provide an opportunity ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, 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 Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Library Partnership Branch
Music and Movement is great for children. It enables children to learn new words and concepts through activities such as ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Newberry Branch
Stories and music for children and their caretakers, plus you'll learn a sign or two. Registration is required at least 12 ...
- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
- 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 Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 on ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express
Summer movies for kids at Regal. Bring the family to the nearest Regal theatre for our 2022 Summer Movie Express ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: Regal Royal Park 3702 W Newberry Road, Gainesville, Florida, 32607
- Cost: $2
- Website: www.regmovies.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Alachua County Library Knitting and Crocheting - High Springs Branch
Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- 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 Flying Fish - Hawthorne Branch
Collaborative creation of a fun undersea themed mobile We'll will use paper, paint, oil pastels and newspaper to craft fairly large, ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm
- Location: Hawthorne Branch Meeting Room 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, 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: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch
Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories and more!
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Hawthorne Branch Meeting Room 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Headquarters Library
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 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Create at Archer Branch
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Archer Branch, 13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: FREE
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play 2.0
Sun Country is excited to announce Stay and Play 2.0! Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13/member, $16 non-members
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Baby Time - Archer Branch
This interactive 20 to 30-minute Laptime program is designed to help you bond with your baby through stories, songs, and ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library: Pencil Bag Decorating at Cone Park Branch
Decorating pencil bags to get ready for school. Using some fabric paint, we will be decorating pencil bags. Supplies will be provided, ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Cone Park Branch Meeting Room 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
- Cost: FREE
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library LegoSpace - Waldo Branch
Join us to create objects with Legos. Let your creative energy flow and create objects with Legos.
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays
Join us every Friday for the most fun you can have with a bow. Bring a friend and see who ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $10 for non members, $5 equipment rental, free for members
- Website: www.eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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
UF IFAS Family Fishing Days
FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7922 NW 71st Street, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Free Cheer Clinic at Momentum Dance Arts
MTC let's go!!! Momentum Team Cheer will officially kick off in September but we will be hosting a free Cheer ...
- 9:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Momentum Dance (upper level studio, to the left of life south) 15634 NW US Highway 441, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.momentumdancearts.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
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
Easton Newberry Archery Center: Spider Cup Series
The Spider Cup Series was created to encourage archers to compete in the different disciplines archery has to offer. There ...
- 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $30 pre-registration before August 20th, 2022 , $35 registration, $45 in-person registration
- Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Pageants/Competitions
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Corks and Colors All Ages Class: Owl
Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat and ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20-30
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
The Hatchetbury Family Day
50% off for entire family with at least one thrower, age 17 or less. Use code: FAM50 at checkout
- 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: The Hatchetbury Axe Throwing Bar: 213 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: 50% entire family
- Website: thehatchetbury.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Gainesville Juniors Volleyball Club Tryouts
Our Club Season is a competitive travel season that begins in November. National level team seasons run from November through mid-June ...
- 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.gainesvillejuniorsvolleyball.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
High Springs Museum Open Day
The Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of High Springs as it was in the 1800s to 1900s era. ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 23760 NW 187th ave, High Springs, FL, 32643
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Class
iBaby & Me is a dance, music & movement class for 6 mos- 2.5 yrs. Parents/Caregivers join in on the ...
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Location: 7050 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $15 per parent/child | PRE-REGISTRATION ONLINE REQUIRED
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
UF IFAS Nature Coast Biological Station Self Guided Discovery Days
Visitors can explore our public education room on the first floor of the facility in downtown Cedar Key (552 1st ...
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 552 1st Street, Cedar Key, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: ncbs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch
Come sing and dance with your little ones! Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and ...
- 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 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 Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Newberry Branch
Stories and music for children and their caretakers, plus you'll learn a sign or two. Registration is required at least 12 ...
- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
UF IFAS Nature Coast Biological Station Self Guided Discovery Days
Visitors can explore our public education room on the first floor of the facility in downtown Cedar Key (552 1st ...
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 552 1st Street, Cedar Key, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: ncbs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. This program will be held on ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 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 Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Knitting and Crocheting - High Springs Branch
Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- 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 Sew What? Fabric arts for kids: Headquarters Branch
Join us each week to create a new fun craft and learn fabric arts basics! Each week in August we ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Meeting Room B: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Cameron Dancenter NW Open House
We are so excited for our new season of classes starting next month! Come celebrate a new year of dance ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Dancenter NW Studio, Ridgeway Village, 5003 NW 34th Blvd.Suite 120, Gainesville FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, 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: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Story Time at Depot Park
Join us at 10:30am on the third Thursday of every month for outdoor stories and songs with Alachua County Library ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 874 SE 4th Street, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch
Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories and more!
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Hawthorne Branch Meeting Room 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Headquarters Library
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 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play 2.0
Sun Country is excited to announce Stay and Play 2.0! Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13/member, $16 non-members
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Archer Branch
Join us for a fun and active class, all about music! This 30-minute active program is perfect for kids and their ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays
Join us every Friday for the most fun you can have with a bow. Bring a friend and see who ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $10 for non members, $5 equipment rental, free for members
- Website: www.eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Sun Country Sports Center Kids Night Out
Need some time to yourself? Let Sun Country be your babysitter for a couple of hours and enjoy some “me-time!” ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: Members: $25 | Non-Members $32
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
Lowe's Kids Wrokshop: Build a Muscle Car with Your Mini-Mechanic
Cruise into Lowe’s with your mini DIYer for this month’s Muscle Car Kit! We’ll provide all the parts needed to ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: All Lowe's locations
- Cost: free
- Website: www.lowes.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
DOXA Dance Studio Free Dance Day
Free Dance Day is only for dancers not currently registered with Doxa. No prior dance experience needed. 9:00 am - ...
- 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: DOXA Dance Studio 490 NW 60th St #6, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Free for dancers not currently registered with Doxa
- Website: docs.google.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
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
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Walking Tour: Adults $25 | Ages 2-11 are $10 | Under FREE | Motorized Vehicles: $45 (See website for limitations)
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: Instructor Led Virtual Prepared Childbirth Class
This class will help you to feel more confident about the upcoming birth of your baby. You will learn about ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: $5
- Website: www.hcafloridahealthcare.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Corks and Colors All Ages Class: Wildflowers
Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat and ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20-30
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
The Hatchetbury Family Day
50% off for entire family with at least one thrower, age 17 or less. Use code: FAM50 at checkout
- 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: The Hatchetbury Axe Throwing Bar: 213 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: 50% entire family
- Website: thehatchetbury.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
High Springs Museum Open Day
The Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of High Springs as it was in the 1800s to 1900s era. ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 23760 NW 187th ave, High Springs, FL, 32643
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Class
iBaby & Me is a dance, music & movement class for 6 mos- 2.5 yrs. Parents/Caregivers join in on the ...
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Location: 7050 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $15 per parent/child | PRE-REGISTRATION ONLINE REQUIRED
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
UF IFAS Nature Coast Biological Station Self Guided Discovery Days
Visitors can explore our public education room on the first floor of the facility in downtown Cedar Key (552 1st ...
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 552 1st Street, Cedar Key, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: ncbs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, 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: Single Day- $15
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic
The third stage of our youth tennis program is Green Ball. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Single day – $15
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
NAMI Family Support Group
NAMI Family Support Group - Meets Second and Fourth Monday of each month. This is for adults that have a family ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: ONLINE
- Cost: free
- Website: www.namigainesville.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Chalk the Walk at Depot Park
Chalk the Walk is a FREE program designed for children ages 2-5 (accompanied by an adult) to provide an opportunity ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, 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 Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Sensory Story Time - High Springs Branch
This storytime will introduce children to the library and rhythms of storytime in a gentle, fun, and enriching manner. Join us ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch Meeting Room 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Newberry Branch
Stories and music for children and their caretakers, plus you'll learn a sign or two. Registration is required at least 12 ...
- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
HoneyBee Pediatrics Ribbon Cutting
Join us for the ribbon cutting of Honeybee Pediatrics! At Honeybee Pediatrics, they believe that the relationship between a family and ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: 521 NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601-5308
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 on ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- 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 Knitting and Crocheting - High Springs Branch
Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- 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 Sew What? Fabric arts for kids: Headquarters Branch
Join us each week to create a new fun craft and learn fabric arts basics! Each week in August we ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Meeting Room B: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch
Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories and more!
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Hawthorne Branch Meeting Room 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Headquarters Library
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 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Explore Your Senses - Newberry Branch
Each month we will explore one of the five senses through a makerspace box, a craft, and a game, as ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play 2.0
Sun Country is excited to announce Stay and Play 2.0! Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13/member, $16 non-members
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Harn Museum Art Cart
Participate in an “always-on” art experience! The Art Cart offers art activities, tactile opportunities, games and more for visitors of ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Harn Museum of Art - 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Baby Time - Archer Branch
This interactive 20 to 30-minute Laptime program is designed to help you bond with your baby through stories, songs, and ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library: Gaming Corner at Cone Park Branch
An hour of board games, card games, and fun! Teens can get together and enjoy lightly competitive gameplay. There will ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Cone Park Branch Meeting Room: 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
- Cost: FREE
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays
Join us every Friday for the most fun you can have with a bow. Bring a friend and see who ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $10 for non members, $5 equipment rental, free for members
- Website: www.eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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
Easton Newberry Archery Center: Bow Hunters Challenge
Our annual Bow Hunters Challenge is coming up fast! Getting ready for hunting season has never been this much fun. Dust ...
- 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $30 pre-registration before August 20th, 2022 , $35 registration, $45 in-person registration
- Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Pageants/Competitions
Summit Series Bracket Race
The 2022 Summit ET Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, Sportsman, Super ...
- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville Raceway: 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs, Sporting Events
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
Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic
The third stage of our youth tennis program is Green Ball. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Single day – $15
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Youth Orchestra Auditions
The ACYO invites students in grades 6-12 to audition for the orchestra. Auditions will be held on August 28th in ...
- All Day Event
- Location: University of Florida, Music Bldg Room 101, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: acyo.org
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Corks and Colors All Ages Class: Puppy
Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat and ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20-30
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
High Springs Museum Open Day
The Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of High Springs as it was in the 1800s to 1900s era. ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 23760 NW 187th ave, High Springs, FL, 32643
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Gainesville Juniors Volleyball Club Tryouts- 14 and Under
14 & Under-August 27-28, 2022 Saturday, August 27: 13U: 11:00 am-1:30 pm 14U: 2:30-5:00 pm Sunday, August 28: 10-12U: 1:00-3:00 pm (one day only) 13U: 3:30-5:30 ...
- 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.gainesvillejuniorsvolleyball.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Class
iBaby & Me is a dance, music & movement class for 6 mos- 2.5 yrs. Parents/Caregivers join in on the ...
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Location: 7050 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $15 per parent/child | PRE-REGISTRATION ONLINE REQUIRED
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
UF IFAS Nature Coast Biological Station Self Guided Discovery Days
Visitors can explore our public education room on the first floor of the facility in downtown Cedar Key (552 1st ...
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 552 1st Street, Cedar Key, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: ncbs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, 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: Single Day- $15
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic
The third stage of our youth tennis program is Green Ball. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Single day – $15
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Newberry Branch
Stories and music for children and their caretakers, plus you'll learn a sign or two. Registration is required at least 12 ...
- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
UF IFAS Nature Coast Biological Station Self Guided Discovery Days
Visitors can explore our public education room on the first floor of the facility in downtown Cedar Key (552 1st ...
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 552 1st Street, Cedar Key, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: ncbs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library Tuesday Crafternoon: Newberry Branch
Come craft with us! Bring your own, or make something with supplies from our craft closet. Different supplies will be ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- 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 Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Knitting and Crocheting - High Springs Branch
Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- 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 Sew What? Fabric arts for kids: Headquarters Branch
Join us each week to create a new fun craft and learn fabric arts basics! Each week in August we ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Meeting Room B: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, 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: Single Day- $15
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Teen Space at Alachua Branch
Join us to create and make in the meeting room! This program is for Teens. Teens, unleash your creativity and invention ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
