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.
Work Out at Bouncers
Workout starts at 10am. Bouncing is from 9am-noon. Socks and waivers required.
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 3401 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $10 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Developmental Playgroup with LCS
Join us on Friday mornings for a fun-filled and educational playgroup led by an Occupational Therapist! Toddlers and preschoolers will ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: LCS Integrative Counseling and Consulting, 4703 NW 53rd Ave Suite A-2, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10/child. Sibling discounts available. ( 5 sessions for $40)
- Website: www.otgainesville.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Sun Country Stay and Play
Get moving every Tuesday and Friday morning! Stay and Play helps children ages 5 years old and younger to develop ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $11.50/member, $14 non-member, punchcards available, free for non-walkers, Free for members under the age of 2; and 1/2 price for non-members under the age of 2.
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
Rooterville is open to the public for self-guided tours every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am - 3 pm. ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 5579 Darwood Street Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: Tours are free. The recommended donation for your visit is only $10 per person, or $30 per family of four.
- Website: www.rooterville.org
- 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
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
Girls on the Run Fall 5k
The event opens at 7:45 AM for race day registration, day-off packet pick-up. Pre-race festivities in the Fun Zone will ...
- 7:45 am
- Location: Hawthorne Trail, 3300 SE 15th Street, Gainesville, Florida 32641
- Website: www.alachuagotr.org
- Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks
Sangria 5K Dash and Festival
Join us for our Island Grove Wine Company 4th Annual Sangria 5K Dash on Saturday, Nov 16, 2019. The Sangria ...
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Island Grove Wine Company, 24703 SE 193rd Ave., Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: $30-50
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks
Family Fishing Day
Fishing for Success hosts monthly events that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun setting ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7922 NW 71st Street, Gainesville FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: sfrc.ufl.edu
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Holiday Marketplace at First UMC
Join us for the holiday shopping and family fun event of the year on Friday, November 15 and Saturday, November ...
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 419 NE 1st St., Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: Free entry on Saturday
- Website: www.fumcgnv.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Superhero 5K Family Fun Run/Walk
Calling all superheroes! Partnership for Strong Families is hosting its fourth annual Superhero 5K Run/Walk on November 17! Registration on ...
- 7:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Westside Park, 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, Florida 32605
- Cost: Children 5 and under: Free,Children ages 6 to 15: $5 per child, Ages 16 and Up: $20 per participant.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
Rooterville is open to the public for self-guided tours every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am - 3 pm. ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 5579 Darwood Street Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: Tours are free. The recommended donation for your visit is only $10 per person, or $30 per family of four.
- Website: www.rooterville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Informational, Free
Fitness Fest at Depot Park
Join the UF Diabetes Institute for a free health and wellness event at Depot Park to celebrate National Diabetes Awareness ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Depot Park, 874 S.E. 4th Street, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Gainesville Downtown Festival and Art Show
North Florida’s art scene swings into high gear on Saturday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Downtown Gainesville
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvilledowntownartfest.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Bass Pro Shops Santa's Wonderland Sundays
Enjoy Free photos with Santa, free actvities, crafts and games! Get a Bass Pass to see Santa! A Bass Pass is required ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Free
Santa Photography Event at JCPenney
Santa Claus is Coming to Town! You'd better not pout - Santa is making a stop at a JCPenney Portraits near ...
- All Day Event
- Location: JCPenney, 6481 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville FL
- Website: www.jcpportraits.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Tot Trot Nature Walks at the Florida Museum
Get your toddler excited about science and natural history! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive Florida ...
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $8 per child/adult pair -$4 for each additional child/person Museum Member Cost: -$6 per child/adult pair -$3 for each additional child/person
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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)
- 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
Pottery Wheel Class at Do Art with Yopp
Have you always wanted to try your hand at a pottery wheel? How cool would it be to make your ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 4780 NW 39th Ave, Suite 5, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $25
- Website: doartstudios.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Sun Country Stay and Play
Get moving every Tuesday and Friday morning! Stay and Play helps children ages 5 years old and younger to develop ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $11.50/member, $14 non-member, punchcards available, free for non-walkers, Free for members under the age of 2; and 1/2 price for non-members under the age of 2.
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Department of Health: Car Seat Safety Program Class
Car seat safety checks and installations. *By appointment only!* Great for new parents, 2nd time parents, grandparents and other caregivers. ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Health Department, 224 SE 24th Street, Gainesville FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: alachua.floridahealth.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes, 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
Foster Parent Orientation
Orientation for Therapeutic Foster Parents on how to become a foster parent. Information and class dates will be given.
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Camelot Community Care, 7731 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: No fee
- Website: www.camelotcommunitycare.org
- Category: Informational
Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
Join us on Tuesday and Thursday mornings for Toddler Story and Art! This is a great opportunity to meet new ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4780 NW 39th Ave, Suite 5, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $12
- Website: doartstudios.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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 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
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Classes
Come join our "Mommy and Me" styled class! At i.Baby & Me, we encourage mommies, daddies, grandparents, caretakers or anyone ...
- 10:45 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 7050 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $15 drop in/trial rate, see website for monthly rate
- Website: independancestudio.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Pottery Wheel Class at Do Art with Yopp
Have you always wanted to try your hand at a pottery wheel? How cool would it be to make your ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 4780 NW 39th Ave, Suite 5, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $25
- Website: doartstudios.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
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: Classes
Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
Join us on Tuesday and Thursday mornings for Toddler Story and Art! This is a great opportunity to meet new ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4780 NW 39th Ave, Suite 5, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $12
- Website: doartstudios.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Homeschool Canvas Painting at Do Art with Yopp
Come learn different drawing and painting techniques. Different designs taught each class. Enjoy this fun outing with our art facilitator ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: 4780 NW 39th Ave, Suite 5, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $15
- Website: doartstudios.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
Developmental Playgroup with LCS
Join us on Friday mornings for a fun-filled and educational playgroup led by an Occupational Therapist! Toddlers and preschoolers will ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: LCS Integrative Counseling and Consulting, 4703 NW 53rd Ave Suite A-2, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10/child. Sibling discounts available. ( 5 sessions for $40)
- Website: www.otgainesville.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Sun Country Stay and Play
Get moving every Tuesday and Friday morning! Stay and Play helps children ages 5 years old and younger to develop ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $11.50/member, $14 non-member, punchcards available, free for non-walkers, Free for members under the age of 2; and 1/2 price for non-members under the age of 2.
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
Rooterville is open to the public for self-guided tours every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am - 3 pm. ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 5579 Darwood Street Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: Tours are free. The recommended donation for your visit is only $10 per person, or $30 per family of four.
- Website: www.rooterville.org
- 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
F4GK Playgroup at Corks and Colors
Please join us at Corks & Colors Studio to paint ornaments and create other holiday art! Sessions at 10 and ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 3415 West University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida, 32607
- Cost: $5-10/ornament
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
Nature Day and 5K run at Little Orange Creek
Kids fun run and 5K run. Following the race, join us until 2 PM for Little Orange Creek Nature Day. ...
- 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 24115 SE Hawthorne Rd. Hawthorne, FL US 32640
- Cost: Fun run is free, 5K is $25
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Races, Walks, 5Ks
Newberry Fall Festival
Downtown Newberry Mainstreet Fall Festival, along Seaboard/Keene Drive. Free Admission. Arts, crafts, music, food, and more. Camel & Pony rides!
- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Downtown, Newberry 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
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. Meet Santa on ...
- 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
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
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
Rooterville is open to the public for self-guided tours every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am - 3 pm. ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 5579 Darwood Street Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: Tours are free. The recommended donation for your visit is only $10 per person, or $30 per family of four.
- Website: www.rooterville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Informational, Free
Santa Cares Day at The Oaks Mall
Join us Sunday, November 24 for Santa Cares Day! Children within all spectrums of special needs and their families are ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Oaks Mall, 6419 Newberry Road Gainesville, Florida 32605
- Cost: free, reserve online
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Special Needs
Bass Pro Shops Santa's Wonderland Sundays
Enjoy Free photos with Santa, free actvities, crafts and games! Get a Bass Pass to see Santa! A Bass Pass is required ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Free
Sunday Children's Yoga Class
This class will blend the teachings and values of traditional yoga (breath work, mindfulness, postures, proprioception) with games, activities, music, ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Wildflowers Yoga, 205 NW 10th ave, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: $10 per child, $5 for siblings
- 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
Kids' Fleece Pillowcase at Joann Fabric
Skill Level 1 : Beginner Kid Class Learn to sew a simple project without a pattern, to measure, cut and pin ...
- 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $35
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
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)
- Website: floridacreate.blogspot.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
F4GK Playgroup at Sugar Camp Ranch
Please join us at Sugar Camp Ranch for a fabulous fall festival! Activities include: -Hands-on farm animal exhibit -hay bale run -Spookley ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Sugar Camp Ranch, 387 SW Cumorah Hill St, Fort White, Florida 32038
- Cost: $6 per person ages three years and up.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Nature Play Days at Tuscawilla Cabin
Come join us for a morning of play at Tuscawilla Prairie! ACT is hosting Nature Play Days at Tuscawilla Cabin. ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Tuscawilla Cabin, 211 SE Tuscawilla Rd. Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play
Get moving every Tuesday and Friday morning! Stay and Play helps children ages 5 years old and younger to develop ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $11.50/member, $14 non-member, punchcards available, free for non-walkers, Free for members under the age of 2; and 1/2 price for non-members under the age of 2.
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Best Friend Loop Yarn Scarves at Joann Fabric
Skill Level 1 : Beginner Kid Class Learn to use loop yarn to knit with your fingers, to finger knit with ...
- 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft, 3202 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $35
- Website: www.joann.com
- Category: Classes
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
Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
Join us on Tuesday and Thursday mornings for Toddler Story and Art! This is a great opportunity to meet new ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4780 NW 39th Ave, Suite 5, Gainesville FL
- Cost: $12
- Website: doartstudios.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
UF Shands Breastfeeding Mothers Support Group
Join our breastfeeding support group every Tuesday. Facilitated by Breastfeeding Educators.
- 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: UF Health Shands North Tower Room 2145, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: cbn.med.ufl.edu
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Informational, Free
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
Bass Pro Shops Santa's Wonderland Thanksgiving
Enjoy Free photos with Santa, free actvities, crafts and games! Get a Bass Pass to see Santa! A Bass Pass is required ...
- 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Free
Flip Factory Zone 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
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
All Libraries are CLOSED
All library branches are CLOSED on November 28 and 29.
- All Day Event
- Location: Alachua County Libraries
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Turkey Trot 5K and 10K
Join us Thanksgiving morning for Gainesville’s 10th annual Turkey Trot 10k & 5k . Get in a good run early ...
- 8:30 am
- Location: Tacachale 1621 NE Waldo Rd Gainesville , FL 32609
- Cost: $25-30
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks
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
Bass Pro Shops Santa's Wonderland on Thanksgiving
Enjoy Free photos with Santa, free actvities, crafts and games! Get a Bass Pass to see Santa! A Bass Pass is required ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Free
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: Classes
All Libraries are CLOSED
All library branches are CLOSED on November 28 and 29.
- All Day Event
- Location: Alachua County Libraries
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs
Sun Country Stay and Play
Get moving every Tuesday and Friday morning! Stay and Play helps children ages 5 years old and younger to develop ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $11.50/member, $14 non-member, punchcards available, free for non-walkers, Free for members under the age of 2; and 1/2 price for non-members under the age of 2.
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
Rooterville is open to the public for self-guided tours every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am - 3 pm. ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 5579 Darwood Street Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: Tours are free. The recommended donation for your visit is only $10 per person, or $30 per family of four.
- Website: www.rooterville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Informational, Free
Developmental Playgroup with LCS
Join us on Friday mornings for a fun-filled and educational playgroup led by an Occupational Therapist! Toddlers and preschoolers will ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: LCS Integrative Counseling and Consulting, 4703 NW 53rd Ave Suite A-2, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10/child. Sibling discounts available. ( 5 sessions for $40)
- Website: www.otgainesville.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Carson Springs Wildlife Thanksgiving Tours
Meet over 100 wonderful rare exotic animals in natural habitats with your professional zoologist guide. Warthog races. New baby white ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: RSVP: $8 for under 12yrs old; $25 for 12yrs old and older
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday 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
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
Rooterville is open to the public for self-guided tours every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am - 3 pm. ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 5579 Darwood Street Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: Tours are free. The recommended donation for your visit is only $10 per person, or $30 per family of four.
- Website: www.rooterville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Informational, Free
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Stocking Ornament
The Kids Workshops are FREE how-to clinics for children. Projects include the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7107 NW 4th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32607 /5150 NW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: FREE
- Website: workshops.homedepot.com
- Category: Classes, 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
