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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.


Fun4GatorKids Playgroup

Fun4GatorKids Playgroup

Join the Fun4GatorKids Playgroup to stay up to date on free and cheap weekly get togethers with local families at fun attractions around Gainesville. Click to learn more.
Harn Museum Night |Second Thursdays | 6-9pm | Free

Harn Museum Night |Second Thursdays | 6-9pm | Free

Creative Vibe: November 14th. Join us for this once-a-month event where we are open in the evenings. Multiple activities and performances help our visitors connect with art in fun and interesting ways. Refreshments are offered. Admission is free. Click to learn more.
Harn Museum Fall Family Days| November 23 | 1-4pm

Harn Museum Fall Family Days| November 23 | 1-4pm

Children and families will embark on an art adventure throughout the Harn. A tour of the museum will explore how artists use the elements of art. Visitors will gain inspiration from their favorite works of art and use that to explore color and repetition in a hands-on art-making experience. Click to learn more.
Dudley Farm's Fall Farm and Cane Festival | December 7 | 9am-3pm

Dudley Farm's Fall Farm and Cane Festival | December 7 | 9am-3pm

Enjoy watching the traditional method of making cane syrup, including our cane mill and syrup complex. Other acitivities include traditional craft demonstrations, blacksmithing, wood working, cross cut saw demonstrations, children's games, a quilt drawing, old-time music and much more! Click to learn more.
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Family Fun

Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.

Special Needs

Events and programs for kids with special needs

Races, Walks, 5Ks

Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.

Informational

Informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations 

Shows & Concerts

Family friendly shows and concerts

 

Library Programs

Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

Auditions

Casting calls for productions and performances in need of kids under 18.

Other

Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category

Sporting Events

Sporting events and home games for local sports teams

Classes

One time classes open to kids and families. 

Holiday Events

Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.

Pageants & Competitions

Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.

Ongoing Programs

Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.

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Young Dancer Workshop of North Central Florida
Young Dancer Workshop of North Central Florida
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
8:00 am NAMI 5K Walk and Family Festival
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Developmental Playgroup with LCS
8:30 am Saturday Ranger Led Tour at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
 
 
 
 
 
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
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9:00 am Annual Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment and Living History Weekend
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
8:30 am Wednesday Birding Walks at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
8:30 am Run with the Cops at Santa Fe College
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
9:30 am Enriching Your World with Art
9:00 am Make a Card for Veterans at Bouncers
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:00 am Developmental Playgroup with LCS
9:00 am Out of the Darkness Walk
9:00 am Micanopy Fall Festival
10:30 am Nature Play Days at Tuscawilla Cabin
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
10:00 am Sunshine State Babywearing Weekday Meeting
10:00 am Skate Station Tiny Tots
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
9:00 am March4Minds Color 5K
10:30 am Sunday Children's Yoga Class
10:30 am Florida Museum Homeschool Day
10:30 am Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
10:00 am Flip Factory Zone Playgroup
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks Thursday Preschool Program
9:00 am Make a Card for Veterans at Bouncers
9:00 am Alligator Day at Paynes Prairie
12:00 pm Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
11:00 am Pottery Wheel Class at Do Art with Yopp
11:00 am UF Shands Breastfeeding Mothers Support Group
10:45 am IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Classes
10:30 am Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens
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9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
All Libraries are Closed
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
8:30 am Wednesday Birding Walks at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
9:15 am Sun Country Sports Broadway Babies
9:00 am Developmental Playgroup with LCS
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
9:00 am Gainesville Cars and Coffee
8:00 am UF Astronomy Public Observatory
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
7:45 am Girls on the Run Fall 5k
10:00 am Special Needs Kids Extravaganza
9:00 am Alachua County Veterans Day Celebration
10:30 am Toddlers Try It with Wayfaring Painter
10:00 am Santa Fe College Zoo Storytime
10:00 am Skate Station Tiny Tots
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
8:00 am Sangria 5K Dash and Festival
10:30 am Sunday Children's Yoga Class
9:30 am Enriching Your World with Art
10:30 am Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
10:00 am Flip Factory Zone Playgroup
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks Thursday Preschool Program
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
8:00 am Family Fishing Day
11:00 am Bikers on Parade - Honoring Veterans and First Responders
9:30 am Craft Station at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
11:00 am UF Shands Breastfeeding Mothers Support Group
10:45 am IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Classes
10:30 am Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
10:30 am Nature Play Days at Tuscawilla Cabin
8:00 am Holiday Marketplace at First UMC
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7:00 am Superhero 5K Family Fun Run/Walk
Santa Photography Event at JCPenney
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
8:30 am Wednesday Birding Walks at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:00 am Developmental Playgroup with LCS
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
9:30 am Tot Trot Nature Walks at the Florida Museum
9:00 am Department of Health: Car Seat Safety Program Class
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
10:00 am Skate Station Tiny Tots
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
8:00 am Nature Day and 5K run at Little Orange Creek
9:00 am Fitness Fest at Depot Park
9:30 am Enriching Your World with Art
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
10:00 am Flip Factory Zone Playgroup
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks Thursday Preschool Program
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
9:00 am Newberry Fall Festival
10:00 am Gainesville Downtown Festival and Art Show
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
10:00 am Foster Parent Orientation
10:45 am IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Classes
10:30 am Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens
10:30 am Sunday Children's Yoga Class
11:00 am Pottery Wheel Class at Do Art with Yopp
10:30 am Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
11:00 am Pottery Wheel Class at Do Art with Yopp
12:00 pm Homeschool Canvas Painting at Do Art with Yopp
10:00 am F4GK Playgroup at Corks and Colors
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9:00 am Zen Birding and Yoga
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
8:30 am Wednesday Birding Walks at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
All Libraries are CLOSED
All Libraries are CLOSED
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
9:30 am Kids' Fleece Pillowcase at Joann Fabric
9:30 am Best Friend Loop Yarn Scarves at Joann Fabric
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
8:30 am Turkey Trot 5K and 10K
9:00 am Sun Country Stay and Play
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
9:30 am Santa Cares Day at The Oaks Mall
9:30 am Enriching Your World with Art
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
10:00 am La Leche Meeting at Millhopper Library
10:00 am Skate Station Tiny Tots
9:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Self-Guided Tours
9:00 am Home Depot Kids Workshop: Stocking Ornament
10:30 am Sunday Children's Yoga Class
10:00 am F4GK Playgroup at Sugar Camp Ranch
10:30 am Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
10:00 am Flip Factory Zone Playgroup
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks Thursday Preschool Program
9:00 am Developmental Playgroup with LCS
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens
12:00 pm Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
10:30 am Nature Play Days at Tuscawilla Cabin
11:00 am UF Shands Breastfeeding Mothers Support Group
10:45 am IndepenDance Studio iBaby and Me Classes
10:30 am Toddler Story and Art Time at Do Art with Yopp
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Thanksgiving Tours
9:30 am Alachua County Library District: Programs for Children
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11Nov

All Libraries are Closed

All library branches are closed on November 11th.

UF Astronomy Public Observatory

Special free session on Monday November 11th: Transit of Mercury

  • 8:00 am - 1:15 pm
  • Location: UF Astronomy Teaching Observatory, 211 Bryant Space Science Center, Gainesville, FL 3261
  • Cost: free
  • Website: ww3.astro.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Alachua County Veterans Day Celebration

Join us for the annual Veterans Day Celebration! Bring your lawn chairs! The Veterans Day Celebration begins at 9 a.m. with ...

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 ...

Craft Station at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Come celebrate Veterans Day with us and learn about how you can get involved while making milk jug bird feeders ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free with admission ($5 per vehicle/$2 per bike or pedestrian)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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12Nov

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

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 ...

Toddlers Try It with Wayfaring Painter

A series of open-ended sessions to allow the very youngest creatives to explore visual art in a nature-based, casual setting ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Forage Hall at Working Food , 219 NW 10th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: $12-$15 sliding scale for each toddler; $3 for siblings 5+; caregivers and young babies in arms free of charge
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, 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 ...

UF Shands Breastfeeding Mothers Support Group

Join our breastfeeding support group every Tuesday. Facilitated by Breastfeeding Educators.

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13Nov

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 ...

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 ...

Santa Fe College Zoo Storytime

Join the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and the Alachua County Library every 2nd Wednesday of the month for Storytime ...

Flip Factory Zone Playgroup

Come and play with your kids and fellow moms and dads of Alachua County for flipping good time at Flip ...

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 ...

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14Nov

Sun Country Sports Broadway Babies

Do you have a little one who loves to move and dance? We have the perfect parent-toddler activity for your ...

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 ...

Skate Station Tiny Tots

Ages 5 & Under can Bounce, Play, Skate, and Ride! Feel free to bring your own ride on toys and ...

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 ...

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15Nov

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 ...

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
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16Nov

Depot Park parkrun

All ages and abilities are welcome! Join us for Depot Park parkrun's free weekly 5k to run, jog, walk, or ...

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 ...

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 ...

Family Fishing Day

Fishing for Success hosts monthly events that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun setting ...

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 ...

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17Nov

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 ...

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, ...

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, ...

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18Nov

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

View All 10 Events For November 18
19Nov

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. ...

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 ...

Foster Parent Orientation

Orientation for Therapeutic Foster Parents on how to become a foster parent. Information and class dates will be given.

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 ...

View All 16 Events For November 19
20Nov

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 ...

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 ...

Flip Factory Zone Playgroup

Come and play with your kids and fellow moms and dads of Alachua County for flipping good time at Flip ...

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 ...

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 ...

View All 14 Events For November 20
21Nov

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 ...

Skate Station Tiny Tots

Ages 5 & Under can Bounce, Play, Skate, and Ride! Feel free to bring your own ride on toys and ...

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 ...

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 ...

View All 10 Events For November 21
22Nov

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 ...

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 ...

View All 17 Events For November 22
23Nov

Depot Park parkrun

All ages and abilities are welcome! Join us for Depot Park parkrun's free weekly 5k to run, jog, walk, or ...

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. ...

Newberry Fall Festival

Downtown Newberry Mainstreet Fall Festival, along Seaboard/Keene Drive. Free Admission. Arts, crafts, music, food, and more. Camel & Pony rides!

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 ...

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 ...

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24Nov

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

View All 11 Events For November 24
25Nov

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 ...

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 ...

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
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26Nov

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 ...

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 ...

UF Shands Breastfeeding Mothers Support Group

Join our breastfeeding support group every Tuesday. Facilitated by Breastfeeding Educators.

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27Nov

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Flip Factory Zone Playgroup

Come and play with your kids and fellow moms and dads of Alachua County for flipping good time at Flip ...

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 ...

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28Nov

All Libraries are CLOSED

All library branches are CLOSED on November 28 and 29.

Turkey Trot 5K and 10K

Join us Thanksgiving morning for Gainesville’s 10th annual Turkey Trot 10k & 5k . Get in a good run early ...

Skate Station Tiny Tots

Ages 5 & Under can Bounce, Play, Skate, and Ride! Feel free to bring your own ride on toys and ...

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 ...

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29Nov

All Libraries are CLOSED

All library branches are CLOSED on November 28 and 29.

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 ...

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30Nov

Depot Park parkrun

All ages and abilities are welcome! Join us for Depot Park parkrun's free weekly 5k to run, jog, walk, or ...

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 ...

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 ...

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