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.
Pancakes with a Ranger
Come enjoy free pancakes, coffee, and orange juice on a Thursday morning as prepared by a park volunteer and ranger. ...
- 9:00 am - 10:15 am
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park Visitor Center 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: Program is free with park admission.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville Homeschool Noir: Create & Connect in the Park
Gainesville Homeschool Noir's First Community Meetup! We're excited to bring Black homeschooling families in Gainesville together for our very first ...
- 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park, 1500 Northwest 45th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free. Advance registration required.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Storytime and Hike with a Ranger
Join a ranger as we read tales about wildlife, mindfulness and environmental stewardship then a short walk on our Discovery ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: Program is free with $6 per vehicle park admission.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Read with a Ranger Story Time
Join a ranger for nature-themed story time! Each reading will be followed by a kid-friendly nature walk or crafts. Designed ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Splitz Bowling Homeschool Field Trip Days
Homeschool Field Trip Days! On the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, we offer special homeschool rates from 12:00 ...
- 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Waldo Homecoming Festival
3 Days of Fun, Faith, and Family! Friday, September 25, 2026 Night of Worship in the Park Saturday, September 26, 2026 Parade, Vendor & ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 14705 NE Waldo Road, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- 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, September 4, 2026 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Santa Fe River ...
- 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
Playgroup and Parent Connections hosted by UF North Central Early Steps & Healthy Families
We invite you and your little one(s) for a fun-filled time of connection, learning, and play. Connect with other parents ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Branch (Children's Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
North Central Florida Community Center: Friday Night at the Center-Harvest Kickoff and Community Showcase
Bring your picnic blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy an evening with your neighbors. We will have food trucks, entertainment, ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Waldo Homecoming Festival
3 Days of Fun, Faith, and Family! Friday, September 25, 2026 Night of Worship in the Park Saturday, September 26, 2026 Parade, Vendor & ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 14705 NE Waldo Road, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Woman’s Club of Keystone Heights Almost Fall Craft & Vendor Festival
One of Keystone Heights’ biggest and most anticipated events of the year is back! The 5th Annual Almost Fall Craft & ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 6747 Woman's Club Drive, Keystone Heights, FL, 32656
- Cost: free
- Website: www.keystoneheightswomansclub.com
- Category: Family Fun
Sweet Berry Farms Fall Market
Join us for a beautiful day on the farm as we celebrate the arrival of fall at our annual Fall ...
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 4851 NE 190th Ave, Williston, Florida 32696
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fall Wildflower Walks
When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. Put on your comfortable walking shoes and ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Morningside Nature Center, 3540 E. University Ave., 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
The Lynx Tails Story Time
Join us for our weekly family story time, The Lynx Tails! We'll open our doors a few minutes early and ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: 601 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: thelynxbooks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Waldo Homecoming Festival
3 Days of Fun, Faith, and Family! Friday, September 25, 2026 Night of Worship in the Park Saturday, September 26, 2026 Parade, Vendor & ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 14705 NE Waldo Road, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
High Springs Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival
September 26 & 27, 2026 – Fall Festival Vendors, kids' corral, food, and activities.
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Farmers Market Pavillion 23517 NW 185th Road, High Springs, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: chamberofhighsprings.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mayhem Ranch Fall Festival
Join us September 26th through November 8th, every Saturday & Sunday, for our biggest and best Fall Festival yet! We ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: TBA
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Geeks GNV Kids Party
Y'all showed up for our first Kids' Party day at Geeks, so we're throwing another one! We've got something for ...
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 2603 NE 17th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: coliseumofcomics.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
O2B Kids Morning Magic presents Little Explorers
O2B Kids is excited to welcome your family every Tuesday from 9:15–11:30 AM for a fun-filled morning of learning, playing, ...
- 9:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter, 7383 SW 17th Road Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20/child per visit
- Website: o2bkids.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days: Publix
FULL! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Fall Fun Days at Publix! We are going on a tour of Publix. ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 3315 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607-2539
- Cost: Free but registration is required
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fall Flower Homeschool Day at The Bryer Patch
Calling all homeschool families! Join us for our Fall Flower Homeschool Day at The Bryer Patch! Spend the day learning, exploring, ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5700 SW 250th Street, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $10 per person, Ages 2 and under are FREE, Military discount available with valid ID
- Website: www.facebook.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
Disney Lorcana TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
Disney Lorcana TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: coliseumofcomics.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
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
Disney Lorcana TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
Disney Lorcana TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: coliseumofcomics.com
- Category: Family Fun
