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.
Wednesday Birding Walks at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Discover the rich diversity of birds (and maybe some rarities!) at north-central Florida's newest birding hotspot in a 2-3-hour walking ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free with admission ($5/vehicle)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Races, Walks, 5Ks
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Flip Factory Zone Mommy and Me Playgroup
Come and play with your kids and fellow moms and dads of Alachua County for flipping good time at Flip ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7400 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville Florida, 32605
- Cost: $13 (1 hr of jump and jungle gym) for 1 adult and one child 5 years and under.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Ninja Jam Third Wednesday at Sun Country
Ninja Jam is the perfect option for your child if you don’t want to commit to regularly scheduled class or ...
- 2:15 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 S.W. 140th Terrace, Jonesville, Florida 32669
- Cost: members $17 non-members $21
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center
Morningside Nature Center has a farm, ee—i—ee—i—oh! On this farm, youngsters, with an adult, can meet and greet farm animals ...
- 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm
- Location: 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.cityofgainesville.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Toddlers Try It at CWH
Join us for our first session of Toddlers Try It at Comprehensive Women’s Health! This will be a more structured ...
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Comprehensive Women's Health, 724 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, Florida 32607
- Cost: $15 per parent/child, $10 per additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Skate Station Tiny Tots
Ages 5 & 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 Incl. Skating, Soft Play & Bouncing!
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Little Sparks Thursday Preschool Program
Join us on Thursdays for our Little Sparks preschool program for children 4 and under. Introduce your preschooler to STEAM ...
- 10:15 am - 11:15 am
- Location: 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, Fl 32601
- Cost: Program included with regular admission.
- Website: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Kids Yoga and Signs
A whole new concept merging Yoga poses and American Sign Language in one playful class designed for children ages 2-6 ...
- 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Ave, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $12 (first class is $10)
- Website: intothehowl.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
F4GK Playground Playgroup at Cofrin Nature Park
Join us for this FREE playgroup as we explore the wonderful parks and playgrounds in Alachua County! Cofrin Nature Park ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Cofrin Nature Park, 4810 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, Florida 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
UF Junior Cheer Clinic
REGISTRATION FULL Join the UF Cheerleaders for a Cheerleading camp! In addition to attending the cheer clinic and performing at the ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Gators Indoor Practice Facility, 2100 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, Florida 32607
- Cost: $47
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes
Sun Country Sports Center Gym Jam Fridays
Gym Jam is the perfect gymnastics option for your child if you don’t want to commit to regularly scheduled class ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $20/members, $22/non-members
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Heartwood Music Fest
A music festival featuring some of the very best musicians in the south east! A two-day event celebrating our 3 ...
- 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
- Location: Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S Main St., Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: $15-45
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows & Concerts
Depot Park parkrun
All ages and abilities are welcome! Join us for Depot Park parkrun's free weekly 5k to run, jog, walk, or ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races, Walks, 5Ks, Free
World's Greatest Baby Shower at Westwood Middle School
Join us for the 16th annual Jesse "Sam" Butz's "World's Greatest Baby Shower," taking place Saturday, February 22, 2020 from ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Westwood Middle School, 3215 NW 15th Ave, Gainesville, Florida 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Informational, Free
Green Kids Workshop at The Green House Nursery
Kids ages 3 and up can participate in a free and fun Gardening Craft Activity. Please RSVP online.
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 15207 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.tghnfl.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Aikido for Kids and Teens
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, Free
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Zen Birding and Yoga
"Zen Birding” Free at Possum Creek Park led by Alachua Audubon Society, from 9 am to 10:30 am. • Participants participate in ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Possum Creek Park, 4009 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, Florida 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes, Free
Journey of a Naturalist at Paynes Prairie
Volunteer naturalist Don Mock will teach us about William Bartram's visit in 1774, flora and fauna of the prairie, and ...
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, 100 Savannah Blvd # 100, Micanopy, Florida 32667
- Cost: $4-6/vehicle
- Website: www.prairiefriends.org
- Category: Family Fun
Storytime at Wesley UMC
Storytime in the Park returns on January 12th, but for January and February we will meet in the Children's Sunday ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 826 NW 23rd Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.wesleyumcon23.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Historic Haile Homestead Sunday Tour
The Historic Haile Homestead is unique in the Nation for its "Talking Walls." For a reason lost to time, the Haile ...
- 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
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Enriching Your World with Art
Monday art class for kids 5-15 Discover and create with the visual language of art! Explore different art media while ...
- 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Art Alley, 717 NW 1st Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $20/class ($5 more for each sibling) or Monthly rate of $15/class
- Website: floridacreate.blogspot.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Smart Start at Zion
We look forward to learning some new songs to sing, and jamming to the old ones of course too. Please join ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church, 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $4/family per class, suggested donation
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes
Mom's Village Support Group at Better Beginnings
Free support group during pregnancy and early parenting years. Little ones are welcome as well.
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 14822 Main Street, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Meet Magic Mike at Bev's Burgers in High Springs
Magic Mike will visit your table with magic and balloons on Monday nights at Bev's Burgers. Fun for the whole ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 315 Northeast Santa Fe Boulevard, High Springs, FL 32643
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Baby-Wearing Barre Classes
Join us for our next 4-week baby-wearing series, Tuesdays, starting February 4th from 8:30 - 9:15 am. This is a ...
- 8:30 am - 9:15 am
- Location: AUXO Fitness, 4994 NW 39th Ave. Suite D, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $15/session or $50 for the series
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes
Mardi Gras Party at Bouncers
We're having a parade. Come be part of it. Candy, loud and fun. Need we say more? Make a mask ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 3401 NW 34 Street, Gainesville FL 32605
- Cost: members free, non members $10 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville Stroller Fitness
Come have a great workout every Tuesday and meet other Gainesville area Moms (and Dads too)!
- 9:30 am
- Location: Westside Park, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $10 cash
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Smart Start at Zion
We look forward to learning some new songs to sing, and jamming to the old ones of course too. Please join ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church, 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $4/family per class, suggested donation
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes
Wednesday Birding Walks at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Discover the rich diversity of birds (and maybe some rarities!) at north-central Florida's newest birding hotspot in a 2-3-hour walking ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free with admission ($5/vehicle)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Races, Walks, 5Ks
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
La Leche Meeting at Millhopper Library
La Leche League of Gainesville will hold two meetings a month: -2nd Saturday of the month at 10am at the Tower ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library, 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Informational, Free
Flip Factory Zone Mommy and Me Playgroup
Come and play with your kids and fellow moms and dads of Alachua County for flipping good time at Flip ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7400 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville Florida, 32605
- Cost: $13 (1 hr of jump and jungle gym) for 1 adult and one child 5 years and under.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Help Me Help My Child at Tower Road Library
Appropriate for caregivers of children 0-10 years of age. This workshop is designed to help caregivers concerned about a developmental delay/learning ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Public Library, 3020 SW 75th St, Gainesville, Florida 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Informational, Library Programs, Free
Oak Hall School's Early Childhood Learning Center Stay and Play
Oak Hall School invites families with children ages 2, 3, & 4 to visit our Early Childhood Learning Center. Meet our ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Oak Hall School Early Childhood Learning Center,1700 SW 75th St, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: free, RSVP online
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Informational, Free
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Skate Station Tiny Tots
Ages 5 & 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 Incl. Skating, Soft Play & Bouncing!
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Little Sparks Thursday Preschool Program
Join us on Thursdays for our Little Sparks preschool program for children 4 and under. Introduce your preschooler to STEAM ...
- 10:15 am - 11:15 am
- Location: 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, Fl 32601
- Cost: Program included with regular admission.
- Website: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Kids Yoga and Signs
A whole new concept merging Yoga poses and American Sign Language in one playful class designed for children ages 2-6 ...
- 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Ave, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $12 (first class is $10)
- Website: intothehowl.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Florida State Qualifiers at High Springs BMX
Watch racers from all over Florida qualify for the state finals! Join us for clinics, racing, balance bike practice and ...
- All Day Event
- Location: High Springs BMX, 1050 NW 2nd St, High Springs FL
- Cost: spectators free (mention Fun4Kids and get free parking)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
F4GK Playgroup Free Fire Station Tour
Please join us for a FREE tour of Gainesville Fire Rescue's Station 1 to learn all about what the amazing ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: GFR Fire Station 1, 427 S Main St, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Kids Quilted Doll Sleeping Bag at Joann Fabric
Skill Level 1 : Beginner Kid Class Learn how to make strips and sew together to form a quilt top, to ...
- 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $17.50
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
Oak Hall School's Annual International Festival
Take a trip around the world at Oak Hall School's annual International Festival. Come experience a variety of cultures through ...
- 3:30 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Oak Hall School, 1700 SW 75th Street Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Florida State Qualifiers at High Springs BMX
Watch racers from all over Florida qualify for the state finals! Join us for clinics, racing, balance bike practice and ...
- All Day Event
- Location: High Springs BMX, 1050 NW 2nd St, High Springs FL
- Cost: spectators free (mention Fun4Kids and get free parking)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Depot Park parkrun
All ages and abilities are welcome! Join us for Depot Park parkrun's free weekly 5k to run, jog, walk, or ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races, Walks, 5Ks, Free
Bed Race to End Childhood Homelessness
This unique racing event features five-person teams pushing twin size beds on wheels down a 100-yard track. Awards will be ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 4000 NW 53rd Avenue , Gainesville FL
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Aikido for Kids and Teens
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, Free
Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
Alachua County Libraries offer a variety of programs for children and teens including storytimes, LEGO Club, crafts, movies, gaming, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: multiple locations
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
