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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.


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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.

Tours, & 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 and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.

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, workshops, and clinics 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.

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License Free Fishing Day

License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Makos Aquatics Club of Gainesville New Team Member Evaluation Day

The Makos Aquatics Club of Gainesville strives to serve the aquatics needs of the population of greater Gainesville. Through the ...

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2024 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Palm Point Park

Park in the parking lot of Palm Point Park or on the road’s shoulder. Meet José-Miguel Ponciano to look for ...

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Bird Walk at LaChua

Meet trip leader Felicia Lee in the parking lot near the trailhead of La Chua Trail off Camp Ranch Rd. La ...

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2024 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions

Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions Birthday Sessions Portrait Days Fall Harvest Costume Mini Superhero Session Holiday Sessions Pajama Mini Tree Farm Stand Santa's Workshop Santa Experience

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: 3131 NW 13th Street, Suite 33, Gainesville, FL, 32609
  • Cost: See website for details
  • Website: step317.com
  • Category: Other

Gainesville Cars and Coffee

We meet the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Whole Foods parking lot look for the BMWCCA tent to ...

High Springs Church of God Friends & Family Day

Friends & Family Day is this upcoming Sunday! Our morning worship service starts at 10 am and following that we ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Bragging Rights Amusements Half Price Entry Homeschool Mixer

Come meet other local homeschool groups, play games, grab some food and win prizes!

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Bragging Rights 113 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: half off admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics

Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot

Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots Skate

Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission includes roller skating, soft ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Baby Time - High Springs Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

UF Health Childbirth and Newborn Education Class

The Childbirth and Newborn Education Class is intended to prepare expectant parents for labor, birth, the post-partum period, and caring ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Friday for Homeschoolers - Board Game Day

Friendship Fridays is a fairly new ministry of Gainesville Baptist Church. The purpose of this ministry is to give homeschooling ...

Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 16th Annual Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend on September 13-15, ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

UF IFAS Family Fishing Days

FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: Celebrate Back to School

Students ride free with every adult trail ride reservation! Ages 8-16 years old

  • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 12227 SW 274th St. Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Students ride free with every adult trail ride reservation!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Chapman’s Pond and Nature Trails

Meet Ben Fick in the grassy parking lot. We will follow the trails in search of migrant warblers, vireos, and ...

Easton Newberry Archery Center: Spider Cup Series #4

The Spider Cup Series was created to encourage archers to compete in the many different disciplines archery has to offer. ...

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park

Meet Maggie Paxson in the parking lot. If the lot is full, you can park off the shoulder. We will be ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park 13201 San Felasco Parkway Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: Entry fee for the State Park is $4 per vehicle
  • Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 16th Annual Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend on September 13-15, ...

Grace Church Block Party

Everyone's invited to our fall church-wide Block Party! Food, bounce houses, snow cones, and more!

  • 11:30 am
  • Location: Grace at Fort Clarke Church 9325 W Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Florida Vintage Market

Free & Family Friendly Outdoor Event! The Florida Vintage Market is a unique outdoor shopping experience in the heart of ...

Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week

Get your milk ready!! BOGO Cookie Week is here and you are sure to enjoy delicious cookie deals all over ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: BOGO Cookie
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics

Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy

Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week

Get your milk ready!! BOGO Cookie Week is here and you are sure to enjoy delicious cookie deals all over ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: BOGO Cookie
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot

Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch

Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your ...

Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week

Get your milk ready!! BOGO Cookie Week is here and you are sure to enjoy delicious cookie deals all over ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: BOGO Cookie
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...

Home School Junior Naturalist: All about Butterflies

Join us for a morning learning all about Butterflies and exploring their habitat. Grades K-6. Parents will need to accompany ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week

Get your milk ready!! BOGO Cookie Week is here and you are sure to enjoy delicious cookie deals all over ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: BOGO Cookie
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Story Time

Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun. Story Time is a ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week

Get your milk ready!! BOGO Cookie Week is here and you are sure to enjoy delicious cookie deals all over ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: BOGO Cookie
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

Tri-County World's Greatest Baby Shower

Are you currently pregnant or do you have a child under the age of one in your home? If so, ...

Community Event: Good News Arts Fiber Arts Circle (Every 3rd Friday)

Join us at Good News Arts for a casual open session for anyone interested in knitting, crocheting, or doing embroidery ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week

Get your milk ready!! BOGO Cookie Week is here and you are sure to enjoy delicious cookie deals all over ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: BOGO Cookie
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

FCA D&S Classic Car Show

Join us on September 21st for one of the TOP CAR, TRUCK, SHOWS in North Central Florida! Register your car ...

  • 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • Location: The O'Steen's Barn 16811 County Road 241, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: Free admission for spectators
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Midland North Florida Baseball Fall Player Development Program

Midland North Florida is committed to focused skill development throughout the fall, with two player development packages outlined below. Single Clinic Choose ...

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Duval Audubon-Camp Blanding

This event is hosted by Duval Audubon who kindly invited us Alachuans to participate in a very unique opportunity. Camp ...

HPW 5K Color Fun Run - Run For Your Life 5K

Bring your family and friends (including the furry ones) to run/walk for a cause and for fun at our 5th ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:25 am
  • Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free for kids 5 and under, Children (6-10) $10, Youth (11-17) $20, Students $25, Adults $30
  • Website: raceroster.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week

Get your milk ready!! BOGO Cookie Week is here and you are sure to enjoy delicious cookie deals all over ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: BOGO Cookie
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions

Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions Birthday Sessions Portrait Days Fall Harvest Costume Mini Superhero Session Holiday Sessions Pajama Mini Tree Farm Stand Santa's Workshop Santa Experience

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: 3131 NW 13th Street, Suite 33, Gainesville, FL, 32609
  • Cost: See website for details
  • Website: step317.com
  • Category: Other

Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival

Welcome to Our 4th Annual Fall Festival! Our biggest festival of the year is back. Pick pumpkins, get lost in ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: General Admission $16.30 | Children (2 & under) Free
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics

Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy

Gatorball Softball Monday Night Training

Mondays (September 9 – October 28) from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot- FREE DAY

Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

Pancakes with a Ranger

Come enjoy free pancakes, coffee, and orange juice on a Thursday morning as prepared by our park staff and volunteers. ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:15 am
  • Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
  • Cost: $6 per vehicle for park entry; no additional fees for program participation
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Other

Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots Skate

Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission includes roller skating, soft ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

AVP Grass Nationals Presented by Gainesville Sports Commission & Visit Gainesville

Gainesville Volleyball is thrilled to host the 2024 AVP Grass Nationals presented by Gainesville Sports Commission and Visit Gainesville from ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Community Event: Collages, Scrap booking, and Zine Making (Every 4th Friday)

Join us every 4th Friday for the joys of scrapbooking, collaging, and zine making! Materials are provided or you can ...

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. | Fourth Friday at 10:30 a.m. Zoom

Florida Gators Softball Elite Prospect Camp

The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following camps for fall and winter of 2024 at the ...

UF Run 4 Recovery

In honor of National Recovery Month, join us for the Florida Recovery Center’s 5th annual Run 4 Recovery 5k on ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Cancer Chomp

Please join us for the 3rd annual Cancer Chomp, a brain tumor event presented by the Preston A. Wells Jr. ...

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Loblolly Park

Meet trip leader Matt Hitchings at 8:00 am at the parking lot. Trailhead coordinates: (29.65987, -82.36934). In this field trip ...

Florida Gators Softball Elite Prospect Camp

The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following camps for fall and winter of 2024 at the ...

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Trails

Park at the museum at 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611 where you will meet trip leaders Christine Zamora and ...

AVP Grass Nationals Presented by Gainesville Sports Commission & Visit Gainesville

Gainesville Volleyball is thrilled to host the 2024 AVP Grass Nationals presented by Gainesville Sports Commission and Visit Gainesville from ...

Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions

Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions Birthday Sessions Portrait Days Fall Harvest Costume Mini Superhero Session Holiday Sessions Pajama Mini Tree Farm Stand Santa's Workshop Santa Experience

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: 3131 NW 13th Street, Suite 33, Gainesville, FL, 32609
  • Cost: See website for details
  • Website: step317.com
  • Category: Other

Dance Alive Great Halloween Costume Sale

Dance Alive and The Next Generation present The BEST EVER Great Halloween Costume Sale. September 28 & 29th and October ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics

Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy