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.
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.
Family friendly sales events such as consignment sales, book sales, and plant sales
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones 5 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Harn Museum Tot Time
Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Free
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Newberry Watermelon Pageant
Newberry Watermelon Festival Pageant Applications are now open. Use the links or the QR codes to apply. Age 0-4
- 8:30 am
- Location: Oak View Middle School 1203 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Admission is $1.00 at the door and under 5 FREE.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions
Gainesville Cars & Coffee at Tioga
Join us the first Saturday of every month from 9-11 am for Gainesville Cars & Coffee! This family-friendly car meet ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 150 SW 129th Ter, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Spring Festival
Celebrate Spring in Central Florida's must-see hidden gem! Join us for the 11th Annual Garden Show & Spring Festival at Cedar ...
- 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Adults $12, Children (6-13) $5, Children (Under 6) FREE, Military/Veterans $6, Members $5, Members (Under 6) FREE
- Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
- Category: Family Fun
Santa Fe College CIED: May 4th Social
Two days. Two vibes. One epic weekend! Saturday, May 2 — Hype Day Lineup 10 am – Doors Open 10 am – 12 ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Blount Hall, Santa Fe College (Downtown) 530 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary: Highland Cow Bath & Fluff Day
Looking for a new way to connect with the animals you love? Our Highland Cow Bath & Fluff Day is ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315C, Melrose, FL 32666
- Cost: $25 per guest
- Website: shop.beyonk.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays
May Community Days dates at our River Ranch Water Park are here! With our first date being May 3rd! Dates for ...
- 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: $19 per person, children ages 3 and under are free
- Website: www.campkulaqua.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Girl Scout Troop Interest Meet Up
Are you interested in starting a Girl Scout troop this summer or fall? Meet me for coffee and I can ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Panera Bread 6017 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.gsgateway.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Gainesville Thrives: Dolly Parton Imagination Library Sign Up
Gainesville Thrives is registering parents/caregivers/children for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides one free book ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Tours/Informational, Library Programs, Free
Santa Fe Saints Softball vs. Eastern Florida State College
Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Softball team! Games 2 pm and 4 pm
- 2:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.santafesaints.com
- Category: Sporting Events , Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch May the 4th: Crafts Inspired by Star Wars
May the 4th Be With You! Join us for crafts inspired by Star Wars. Enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. ...
- 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (Meeting Room A) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Copa Cinco de Mayo 3v3
The event will be played on the AirPitch Format used by Arsenal, Manchester City, and many TOP clubs around the ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center, 15400 Peggy Rd, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.airpitchusa.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
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, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Tiny Tot Bundles: Tiny Tales Story Time – Mother's Day
Join us for a magical morning at Tiny Tales Story Time inside Tiny Tot Bundles! On Tuesday, May 5th, from ...
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free in-store event
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
May Flower Homeschool Day at The Bryer Patch
Calling all Homeschool families! Come join us for our Flower Season Homeschool Day at the Patch! Our u-pick flower homeschool ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5700 SW 250th Street, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $8 admission fee per person. 2 & under free. Military discount available.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby Adventures
Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the babies' and toddlers' senses of touch, hearing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
High Springs Bike Bus
Bike and Roll to School Day is on Wednesday, May 6th! This year, Safe Kids North Central Florida, along with ...
- 7:15 am - 8:00 am
- Location: High Springs, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.highsprings.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 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.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
True North Learning Collective iSpeak Public Speaking Workshop
Helping young people feel seen, heard, and empowered to share their message! • Build confidence & stage presence • Improve communication ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Alachua, FL
- Cost: Members Free, Non-Members $25, Step Up provider
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - High Springs Branch
Toddlers and preschool age children will enjoy music, dance, and play while bonding with their caregivers. Music plays an essential role ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch Meeting Room 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones 5 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Mother’s Day in the Park
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup in the Park. We are celebrating Mother's Day! Join us for ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Greentree Park 3700 NW 19th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free but registration is required
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
UF IFAS Family Fishing Days - Mother’s Day
FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7922 NW 71st Street, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Free and Open to the Public
- Website: ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
All Welcome Test and Tune at Gainesville Raceway
Gates Open at 9 a.m. Testing runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All-Welcome Test-and-Tune is a Gainesville Raceway test-and-tune program ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Race Car & Driver: $30, Crew: $20, Spectators (13yrs & up): $20, Children (12 & under): Free
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Sporting Events
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Greater Gainesville Pickleball Open: Mother’s Day Lounge
Because moms deserve to be celebrated—even on game day. Join us for a FREE special Mother’s Day experience created just ...
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Recreation Complex 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: FREE for all moms — compliments of Pepine Gives
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other, Free
Gainesville Cars and Coffee
Gainesville Cars and Coffee is a gathering for automotive enthusiasts of all types from exotics and classics to imports and ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Whole Foods Market Parking Lot 3490 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Meet the Purple Martins of Orange Lake Overlook
Alachua Audubon has been responsible for adding housing for Purple Martins at multiple locations and all have been wildly successful. ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook, 19865 US-441, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays-Mother’s Day
Dive into fun this May at River Ranch Water Park! Join us for three exciting Community Event dates where you ...
- 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: Admission is $19 per person, and children 3 years old and under get in for free.
- Website: www.kulaqua.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Newborn Care Class
This class covers all things newborn! Including feeding, bathing, diapering, health, comforting, and safety. It provides hands on demonstration and ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: HCA Florida North Florida Hospital 6400 West Newberry Rd, Ste 107, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.hcafloridahealthcare.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gainesville Thrives: Dolly Parton Imagination Library Sign Up
Gainesville Thrives is registering parents/caregivers/children for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides one free book ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Tours/Informational, Library Programs, Free
Premier Moms Mother’s Day Special Mom Picnic
Don't forget to get your tickets today or support another deserving mom if you can't attend. May 8th at 7 PM ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: Contact for details, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball
Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
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, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby Adventures
Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the babies' and toddlers' senses of touch, hearing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 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.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Kids Corner with a Purpose
2nd & 4th Thursdays from 10 am to 11:30 am. Starting Thursday, March 26th! A welcoming space where young children learn ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 19975 NW 244th Street Unit 30, High Springs, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones 5 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Farm and Forest Friends at Morningside Nature Center
Third Friday of each month, September–May, from 10 am-11 am. Meet at the pavilion at Morningside Nature Center Venture through the ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Morningside Nature Center 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: Cost: $5 for first child, $2.50 for each additional child in your group (must be accompanied by an adult)
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Children's Miracle Network Dash & Bash 5K
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health, will be on May 16th, 2026 ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Stadium North Lawn - 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $30, Price increases after April 29, 2026
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Oak Hall Saturday Tours
Each spring, Oak Hall hosts monthly Saturday Tours for families to visit campus for an immersive experience the whole family ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Oak Hall School, 1700 SW 75th St, Gainesville FL 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.oakhall.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Florida Gators Soccer Elite ID Camp
The Florida Gators Soccer Program is excited to welcome you to 2 days of soccer at the Donald R. Dizney ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Dizney Lacrosse Stadium/Soccer Practice Field Hull Rd & Natural Area Dr, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $325
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
World Tree Kangaroo Day
Kangaroos in the trees??? You heard right. The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is home to the Matschie's tree kangaroo, ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83rd St. Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10 adults, $6 children ages 4-12, Free for children 3 and under. Additional discounts available
- Website: www.sfcollege.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Other
Haile Equestrian Home Show
Join us for our Haile Equestrian Home Show on Sunday, May 17th! This is the perfect opportunity to ride, learn, and ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Haile Equestrian Center: 7680 SW 46th Blvd · Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free to Spectators
- Website: www.haileequestrian.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays
May Community Days dates at our River Ranch Water Park are here! With our first date being May 3rd! Dates for ...
- 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: $19 per person, children ages 3 and under are free
- Website: www.campkulaqua.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Alachua Growing the Good Life Festival
Get ready for a day of fun, creativity, education and growing the good life community as we line Main Street ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Gainesville Thrives: Dolly Parton Imagination Library Sign Up
Gainesville Thrives is registering parents/caregivers/children for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides one free book ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Tours/Informational, Library Programs, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball
Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Team Cheer Evaluations and Tryouts
Registration is now open! Head to our website to get our evaluation packet to see all you need to know ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Florida Team Cheer 250 SE 10th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: flateamcheer.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
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, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby Adventures
Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the babies' and toddlers' senses of touch, hearing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 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.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Florida Folk Festival at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center
The 74th annual Florida Folk Festival will be held Memorial Day weekend, May 22-24, 2026, at Stephen Foster Folk Culture ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: Advance tickets: $35 per day or $70 for the weekend. Gate tickets: $40 per day or $80 for the weekend. Children ages of 6-16 admitted $5 for the entire weekend $5. Children under 6 years of age are FREE.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones 5 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Florida Folk Festival at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center
The 74th annual Florida Folk Festival will be held Memorial Day weekend, May 22-24, 2026, at Stephen Foster Folk Culture ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: Advance tickets: $35 per day or $70 for the weekend. Gate tickets: $40 per day or $80 for the weekend. Children ages of 6-16 admitted $5 for the entire weekend $5. Children under 6 years of age are FREE.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun, Shows, Movies & Concerts
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
CP Soccer North Florida
CP Soccer is building a national league for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic brain injury, who are ambulatory ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Abby Womback Park 4501 SW 20th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs, Free
Florida Folk Festival at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center
The 74th annual Florida Folk Festival will be held Memorial Day weekend, May 22-24, 2026, at Stephen Foster Folk Culture ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: Advance tickets: $35 per day or $70 for the weekend. Gate tickets: $40 per day or $80 for the weekend. Children ages of 6-16 admitted $5 for the entire weekend $5. Children under 6 years of age are FREE.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show
This will be the first event at our new location! Saturday & Sunday | May 23 & 24, 2026 Buy • Sell ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.ontreasure.com
- Category: Other, Free
Palatka Blue Crab Festival
This year’s festival marks a fresh start for a hometown classic — revived by local volunteers, for the local and ...
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Downtown Palatka, FL
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Sensory Story Time
Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of ...
- 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room, Meeting Room B) 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays
May Community Days dates at our River Ranch Water Park are here! With our first date being May 3rd! Dates for ...
- 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: $19 per person, children ages 3 and under are free
- Website: www.campkulaqua.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball
Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Guitar Lessons by Gregorio
Acoustic guitar lessons for beginner and intermediate level students. Classes will incorporate music theory, folk songs and jam sessions and ...
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: $30
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby Adventures
Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the babies' and toddlers' senses of touch, hearing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 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.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Kids Corner with a Purpose
2nd & 4th Thursdays from 10 am to 11:30 am. Starting Thursday, March 26th! A welcoming space where young children learn ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 19975 NW 244th Street Unit 30, High Springs, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones 5 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Dave's New York Deli Chess Club
Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...
- 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
The Queens Arms Pub & Haile Bistro Tea Party Afternoon
Delicious cakes from across the pond. Traditional tea and sandwiches.
- All Day Event
- Location: Haile Village Bistro 5323 SW 91st Ter, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $35 per person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
RADD Elite Cheer Tryouts
Elite cheer tryouts are coming! Think your athlete has what it takes? Our Cheer Elite program is where champions are ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32605
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: alachua-sports.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Popsicles in the Park - Join Girl Scouts!
Learn about Girl Scouts and troop openings while girls participate in fun activities. Girls who join will earn their first ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Albert "Ray" Massey (Westside) Playground 1001 Northwest 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sequential Artists Workshop Comics for Teens
Do you have a teen who loves comics? Whether they’re just getting started or already deep into creating their own ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 1314 S Main St, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.sequentialartistsworkshop.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show
This will be the first event at our new location! Saturday & Sunday | May 30 & 31, 2026 Buy • Sell ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.ontreasure.com
- Category: Other, Free
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
