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.
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Free Produce at Eastside High School
We will be handing out boxes of produce at Eastside High School from 11-1.
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Eastside High School, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Huntington Learning Center Live Webinar: How to Make the Most of Summer Break
Get your child back on track for what's to come in the 2020-2021 school year by registering for our webinar ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Informational, Free
Mathnasium Free Math Lessons
Join us for this week's Mathnasium Schoolhouse on Facebook Live, where we will be teaching essentials - and a little ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: Facebook Live
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes, Free
Free Food Distribution at Lubavitch-Chabad
Everyone is welcome to pick up boxes of fruits and vegetables for you and your family and friends, while supplies ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Lubavitch-Chabad, 2021 NW 5th Avenue, Gainesville FL 32603
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Step 317 Photography: Mermaid and Pirate Mini Sessions
Let your imagination run wild, with a magical storybook session featuring your little one. Use your mermaid top and tail, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $39 session fee
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Farm Share Community Relief Day
Drive-thru distribution. Food is first come, first served.
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Fairgrounds, 3100 NE 39th Ave, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Skate at the Cade Museum
Guests can register to skate during current museum hours, on Friday and Saturday from 12:00 – 4:00 pm (the last ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Skating is free with regular admission
- Website: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun
Corks and Colors All Ages Mermaid Tail
Perfect for kids or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat and colors! Only ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20-30
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes
Step 317 Photography: Mermaid and Pirate Mini Sessions
Let your imagination run wild, with a magical storybook session featuring your little one. Use your mermaid top and tail, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $39 session fee
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Free Community Outdoor Family Yoga
Experience the many benefits of yoga that is safe for kids! Bring the kiddos along, and spend some time in ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Health and Fitness Tioga Center
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes, Free
Carson Springs Wildlife Safari Zoo Camp
Join us for Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation's Zoo Safari Camp 2020! Kids aged 6 and older can come be a ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $100/day ($175 for both days)
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Classes
Sunshine State Babywearing Weekend Meeting
Sunshine State Babywearing, Inc. is a public charity whose mission is to provide babywearing education and support to caregivers in ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, 4039 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Informational, Free
Carson Springs Wildlife Saturday Tours
Come out and visit the animals every Saturday! No reservations required!
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $25 | Under 12 are $8
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays
Please note that we are encouraging social distancing and keeping our capacity at 50%. In an effort to support the families ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: $13.25/person | Children under 3 are free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Corks and Colors All Ages Tropical Wave
Perfect for kids or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat and colors! Only ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20-30
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes
Gamesville Tabletop Beginners Dungeons and Dragons Sundays
Join us for Beginners D&D! 5 person max.
- 5:00 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
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Huntington Learning Center Reading Adventure
Join us for Storytime on Youtube! Monday K-3rd graders Wednesday 4-5th graders Friday 6th-8th graders. Join us at 1:00 PM Eastern.
- 1:00 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.youtube.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Self-Compassion Workshop for Parent/Guardians
The Crisis Center is facilitating a three part (1 hour a week for 3 weeks) virtual self-compassion workshop for parents ...
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: free, registration required
- Website: docs.google.com
- Category: Informational, Free
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Virtual Girl Scouts Meetings
Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30pm for our virtual troop meetings. Any girl in grades K-12 is welcome to attend. ...
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Zoom online
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Virtual Girl Scouts Meetings
You’re invited! Girls and parents, come join Girl Scouts at one of our future virtual events to participate in STEM ...
- 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Zoom online
- Cost: free
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Classes, Free
UF Shands Breastfeeding Class
This two hour class is designed for couples who are at least 28 weeks pregnant and desire to breastfeed their ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: UF Health Shands Hospital, 1600 SW Archer Rd, Room 2147, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $15
- Website: ufhealth.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
The Hippodrome presents Souvenir: Virtual Event Opening Night
Miss seeing people at the theater? Join us for our Opening Night Party ONLINE! Come and have conversations with the ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $30
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts
The Hippodrome presents Souvenir: Virtual Event
The Hippodrome Theatre is excited to launch it’s very first virtual production, Souvenir by Stephen Temperley, which will be pre-recorded ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts
Just Between Friends Consignment Pre-Sale
See below for special shopping times for healthcare workers, educators, and foster parents. Get your FREE ADMISSSION pass online! Join us to ...
- 2:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: registration recommended due to occupancy
- Website: www.gainesville.jbfsale.com
- Category: Other
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Michaels Family Fun Online
Tune in to Michaels Facebook LIVE every Wednesday at 1pm for a fun family activity!
- 1:00 pm
- Location: Facebook LIVE
- Cost: free
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Huntington Learning Center Reading Adventure
Join us for Storytime on Youtube! Monday K-3rd graders Wednesday 4-5th graders Friday 6th-8th graders. Join us at 1:00 PM Eastern.
- 1:00 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.youtube.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
The Hippodrome presents Souvenir: Virtual Event
The Hippodrome Theatre is excited to launch it’s very first virtual production, Souvenir by Stephen Temperley, which will be pre-recorded ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts
Just Between Friends Consignment Sale
Get your FREE ADMISSSION pass online! Join us to shop 50-90% BELOW retail on everything for your family! We will have Spring/Summer ...
- 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: registration recommended due to occupancy
- Website: www.gainesville.jbfsale.com
- Category: Other
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Wildflowers Kids Yoga- Online
Join us for Kids Yoga online every Thursday.
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: Suggested Donation ($0-$20)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes
Night Skate at the Cade Museum
Each Thursday, from July 9th through August 20th, the museum will host themed skate nights. Enjoy a thrilling summer skate ...
- 5:15 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Advanced registration required. Cost is $5 for guests and $3 for Cade Members.
- Website: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun
The Hippodrome presents Souvenir: Virtual Event
The Hippodrome Theatre is excited to launch it’s very first virtual production, Souvenir by Stephen Temperley, which will be pre-recorded ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts
Just Between Friends Consignment Sale
Get your FREE ADMISSSION pass online! Join us to shop 50-90% BELOW retail on everything for your family! We will have Spring/Summer ...
- 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: registration recommended due to occupancy
- Website: www.gainesville.jbfsale.com
- Category: Other
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Skate at the Cade Museum
Guests can register to skate during current museum hours, on Friday and Saturday from 12:00 – 4:00 pm (the last ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Skating is free with regular admission
- Website: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun
Corks and Colors All Ages Clay Dino Pot
Perfect for kids or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat. Instruction starts at ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20-30
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes
The Hippodrome presents Souvenir: Virtual Event
The Hippodrome Theatre is excited to launch it’s very first virtual production, Souvenir by Stephen Temperley, which will be pre-recorded ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts
The Summer Cool Shoot
This will be a 30 arrow (ten ends) shoot in cool air conditioning. All competitors MUST sign a Newberry Sports ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $25/shooter
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Pageants & Competitions
PAVE Back to School Rally
You and your children are invited to the Annual Back to School Rally! Backpacks for the first 3,000 kids in ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Fairgrounds, 3100 NE 39th Ave, Gainesville FL 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Just Between Friends Consignment Sale
Get your FREE ADMISSSION pass online! Join us to shop 50-90% BELOW retail on everything for your family! We will have Spring/Summer ...
- 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: registration recommended due to occupancy
- Website: www.gainesville.jbfsale.com
- Category: Other
Carson Springs Wildlife Saturday Tours
Come out and visit the animals every Saturday! No reservations required!
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $25 | Under 12 are $8
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
The Hippodrome presents Souvenir: Virtual Event
The Hippodrome Theatre is excited to launch it’s very first virtual production, Souvenir by Stephen Temperley, which will be pre-recorded ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts
Just Between Friends Consignment Sale
Get your FREE ADMISSSION pass online! Join us to shop 50-90% BELOW retail on everything for your family! We will have Spring/Summer ...
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: registration recommended due to occupancy
- Website: www.gainesville.jbfsale.com
- Category: Other
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays
Please note that we are encouraging social distancing and keeping our capacity at 50%. In an effort to support the families ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: $13.25/person | Children under 3 are free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Corks and Colors: All Ages Rainbow Tree
Perfect for kids or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat and colors! Only ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20-30
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes
Painting with a Twist: Mommy and Me Giraffes
Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: 618 NW 60th St., Suite B, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $27/person
- Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
- Category: Classes
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Huntington Learning Center Reading Adventure
Join us for Storytime on Youtube! Monday K-3rd graders Wednesday 4-5th graders Friday 6th-8th graders. Join us at 1:00 PM Eastern.
- 1:00 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.youtube.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Self-Compassion Workshop for Parent/Guardians
The Crisis Center is facilitating a three part (1 hour a week for 3 weeks) virtual self-compassion workshop for parents ...
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: free, registration required
- Website: docs.google.com
- Category: Informational, Free
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Step Up For Students Hope Scholarship Parent Workshop
This workshop will provide parents with information about how to qualify and apply for the Hope Scholarship for students who ...
- 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: free
- Website: register.gotowebinar.com
- Category: Informational, Free
Virtual Girl Scouts Meetings
Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30pm for our virtual troop meetings. Any girl in grades K-12 is welcome to attend. ...
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Zoom online
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Michaels Family Fun Online
Tune in to Michaels Facebook LIVE every Wednesday at 1pm for a fun family activity!
- 1:00 pm
- Location: Facebook LIVE
- Cost: free
- Website: www.michaels.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Huntington Learning Center Reading Adventure
Join us for Storytime on Youtube! Monday K-3rd graders Wednesday 4-5th graders Friday 6th-8th graders. Join us at 1:00 PM Eastern.
- 1:00 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.youtube.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Gamesville Tabletop Beginners Dungeons and Dragons Wednesdays
Join us for Beginners D&D! 5 person max.
- 5:00 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
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Wildflowers Kids Yoga- Online
Join us for Kids Yoga online every Thursday.
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: Suggested Donation ($0-$20)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes
Night Skate at the Cade Museum
Each Thursday, from July 9th through August 20th, the museum will host themed skate nights. Enjoy a thrilling summer skate ...
- 5:15 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Advanced registration required. Cost is $5 for guests and $3 for Cade Members.
- Website: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum hosts free Creative B Trivia Night Online
Go behind-the-scenes and discover how cool it is to work in a museum! In partnership with the UF Creative B ...
- 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Online
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Archery 3D Outdoor League
Whether you are an avid hunter, target shooter, or someone just looking for a way to keep your skills honed, ...
- 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $15/night for non members, $10/night for members
- Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Step 317 Dance Dreams Mini Session
Bring your little dancer to the studio in their favorite leotard or costume for a dance mini session.
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $29 session fee
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Family Fun
O2B Kids Daily Challenge
We will post a fun DAILY CHALLENGE activity for you to do at home. Your kids can earn a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Skate at the Cade Museum
Guests can register to skate during current museum hours, on Friday and Saturday from 12:00 – 4:00 pm (the last ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Skating is free with regular admission
- Website: www.cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun
Huntington Learning Center Reading Adventure
Join us for Storytime on Youtube! Monday K-3rd graders Wednesday 4-5th graders Friday 6th-8th graders. Join us at 1:00 PM Eastern.
- 1:00 pm
- Location: online
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.youtube.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Millhopper School of Witchcraft and Wizardry at Millhopper Library
Join the staff of the Millhopper School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (MSWW) for a Facebook Live event to kick off ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library, 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
