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.
Waldo MX & Event Grounds Trunk or Treat
Tricks, treats, and tracks. Fun for the whole family! Best decorated trunk contest, costume contest, vendors, music, and free parking! FL ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 17000 N.E. U.S. Hwy 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
- 8:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: showfchc.com
- Category: Family Fun
Hay Company: Halloween Celebration Farm Swap & Market
Don't miss a fun event for the family. Come by The Hay Company FL Halloween Celebration Farm Swap & Market. ...
- 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 2870 NE 200th Avenue, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child returns October 2nd-31st. For years, our community has proven that a simple pumpkin can ...
- 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
- 8:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: showfchc.com
- Category: Family Fun
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun
Ocala Arts Festival
Enjoy the artwork of over 150 artists from around the country, student art, local performers, and delicious food trucks. Make ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1 NE 1st Ave., Ocala, FL, 34470
- Cost: free
- Website: fafo.org
- Category: Family Fun
Fresh Pick’n U-PIK
Welcome to Fresh Pick’n U-PIK — a place to pick fresh, pick local & make memories! We will have live ...
- 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 237 NE 11th Ave., Trenton, FL, 32693
- Cost: $12 general admission. Two and under Free.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Branford Farm Stand Fall Harvest
We Can’t Wait To Show You What We Have Planned This Year! Mark your calendars for our Fall Harvest Festival, ...
- 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 27687 US-129, Branford, FL, 32008
- Cost: $12 for adults, $10 kids (3-12), 2 & under are free!
- Website: www.branfordfarmstand.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
PunkOuter Games Tabletop Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night! Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending library. For ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade
Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot-FREE Day!
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Tiny Tot Bundles: Tiny Tales Spooky Story
Bring your little ones for a morning of silly surprises as we read *Don’t Push the Button! A Halloween Treat!* Wear ...
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days Trick or Treating at The Windsor
FULL! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Fall Fun Days at The Windsor of Gainesville. We are going trick-or-treating! Come ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Windsor of Gainesville 3605 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE but space is limited, make sure to sign up!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club
A club for children 11 and up to meet up and create awesome art. We will be learning the basics ...
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $25 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Archer Farmers Market Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat
All aboard for fun fall festivities on Tuesday, October 27th! Our weekly Farmers Market will start at 3 pm. Kid-friendly ...
- 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival Homeschool Day
Calling all homeschoolers! If you are looking for something fun to do with your homeschoolers to enjoy the fall and ...
- 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: 3831 NW 156th Ave., Gainesville, Florida 32609
- Cost: $12 per person, 2 years old and younger free
- Website: www.crossroadsfarmandapiary.com
- Category: Family Fun
Splitz Bowling Wednesdays & Thursdays
$3.75 Kid Games | $3 Kid Shoes (10 Years and Younger)* *Not Valid on Alachua County School Holidays and Breaks $3 Senior ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Artful Adventures & Hidden Clues Fall Edition
Are you looking for adventure? Visit the Archer Branch Library each Wednesday after 2 pm to search for a hidden ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo: Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo, Gainesville’s favorite Halloween tradition, returns to the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo on a new date ...
- 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo: 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission to the event is one canned good or non-perishable food item per person
- Website: www.sfcollege.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days Trick or Treating at The Glenwood
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Fall Fun Days. We are trick-or-treating at The Glenwood of Gainesville. This is a ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: 1001 SW 62nd Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Free but registration is required
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Splitz Bowling Wednesdays & Thursdays
$3.75 Kid Games | $3 Kid Shoes (10 Years and Younger)* *Not Valid on Alachua County School Holidays and Breaks $3 Senior ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Radiance of Gainesville: Halloween Community Event
Radiance of Gainesville invites families and the Gainesville community to join us for a fun-filled Halloween celebration! - Haunted House - Games - ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Radiance of Gainesville 4607 Northwest 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Plaza Health and Rehab Spooktacular Trunk or Treat
The Plaza Health and Rehab Annual Trunk or Treat event! Free to the public! Music, Games, Food, Fun, and More!
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 4842 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: FREE
- Website: plazahrc.com
- Category: Family Fun
Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights
The Harn galleries are open every Thursday evening until 9 pm, providing an opportunity to browse current exhibitions on a ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (Main Entrance) Friday, October 2, 2026 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Prairie Creek Preserve ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Cedar Key Pirate Invasion
It has been rumored that the Pirates will be returning to the shores of Cedar Key in force, October 30, ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: City Park & Dock Street, Cedar Key, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child returns October 2nd-31st. For years, our community has proven that a simple pumpkin can ...
- 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Great Pumpkin Festival at The Alachua County Farmers' Market
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween at the Farmers Market! Bring your family, your friends, and your furry companions for ...
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Farmers' Market 5920 NW 13th St. Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Ravine Gardens Halloween Event and Zombie Walk
Join Us for a Halloween Zombie Walk! Join us at 9 a.m. on October 31st, as we team up with ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Ravine Gardens State Park, 1600 Twigg St., Palatka, Florida 32177
- Cost: Event free with park entry of $5 per vehicle or $2 per person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Micanopy Fall Festival
Micanopy is the town that time forgot. This quiet little town bustles with activity as the vendors pour into town ...
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Downtown Micanopy, Micanopy, FL, 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.micanopyfallfestival.org
- Category: Family Fun
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child returns October 2nd-31st. For years, our community has proven that a simple pumpkin can ...
- 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
