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.
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 ...
- 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
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Good News Arts, 18555 High Springs Main Street, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Heroes
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Homeschool MakerSpace - Millhopper Branch
Learn about what journaling is, different types of journaling methods and subjects, and start your own journal.
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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
VFW Post 2811 Popup Flea Market Fall Festival
Live music, vendors- food, bounce house, face painting, petting zoo and kids games. Chili cook off $25 to enter- cash ...
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: VFW Post 2811 1150 Northwest Waldo Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free parking/free entry
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child: Pumpkin Run 5K
100% of the proceeds from the Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child® goes to feed hungry children in Alachua County, ...
- 8:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Town of Tioga 13085 SW 1st Lane, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $40 (Price increases after October 31, 2024)
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Persimmon Point
Limit 20 attendees. A SignUp Genius sign up will be posted in the event on Sunday, November 3rd. Attendees will ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Joey’s Wings 5k and Kids Obstacle Run
The 10th annual Joey's Wings 5k & Obstacle Run will be on November 16th, 2024 at Santa Fe College! When you ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Santa Fe College (Charles R. Perry Construction Institute) Building O, NW 91st St Gainesville, FL US 32606
- Cost: Starting at $25
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Family Fun, Races/Walks/Runs
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Eagle Watch and Newnan’s Lake Berm
Limit 20 attendees. A SignUp Genius sign up will be posted in the event on Sunday, November 3rd. Attendees will ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions
Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions Holiday Sessions Pajama Mini Tree Farm Stand Santa's Workshop
- 9:20 am
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street, Suite 33, Gainesville, FL, 32609
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
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
Bryer Patch Fall Sunflower Festival
Come join us during our "Fall on the Farm" season at our Annual Fall Sunflower Festival! Our Sunflower Festival dates ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $12 admission fee per person. 2 & under free. Military discount available.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Complimentary Samples at the Cabot Creamery Truck Event at Whole Foods
Visit Whole Foods on Sunday, November 17 from 10-1 pm to enjoy some delicious complimentary samples from the Cabot Creamery ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Whole Foods 3490 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
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 ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $35 | Ages 2-12 are $15 | Under 2 FREE
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 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 Green Ball Clinic
This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...
- 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
PunkOuter Games Board Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...
- 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: PunkOuter Games 13 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Career Launch Intensive
Calling all girls 15-18! Want to work towards making your dream career a reality? Join Dream on Purpose for Career ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Different locations in Gainesville, FL
- Cost: FREE
- Website: dreamonpurpose.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Other, Free
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, 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
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids and Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
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 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, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes).
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 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
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 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 ...
- 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 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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 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
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch Meeting Room 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Sun Country Sports Center
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup is going to Sun Country Sports Center! On Friday, November 22nd from 9:30 am-11:30 am. ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $14 Member Rate | $17.50 Non-Member Rate (+ tax) per child. Use code S&P2.0 to get $2 off admission.
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
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 ...
- 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
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Good News Arts, 18555 High Springs Main Street, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
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
- 10:30 am
- Location: Zoom
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Other, 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
Haile Farmer's Market Fall Harvest Festival
Celebrate the season of abundance! Extra vendors, fresh produce, festive treats, live music and fun for the whole family!
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 5213 Southwest 91 Terrace Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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
Bass Pro Shops Yuletide Breakfast with Santa
Join us on November 16th, 23rd and December 7th at 9 AM for a special free breakfast for families with ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions
Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions Holiday Sessions Pajama Mini Tree Farm Stand Santa's Workshop
- 9:20 am
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street, Suite 33, Gainesville, FL, 32609
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: step317.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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Thanksgiving In The Park
You are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving with our town, Sunday, November 24th at 11 am. This worship service and a ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: Lois Forte Park 120 NW 260th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
Corks and Colors: Custom Christmas Plates
Create a one of a kind Christmas plate with your little one’s hand or footprints! 1. You paint the background. 2. We ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $25 per person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $35 | Ages 2-12 are $15 | Under 2 FREE
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Holiday Sessions
Thanksgiving Holiday Matinees!
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Skate Station Funworks
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for some fun at Skate Station Funworks. There is skating, arcade games, go-karts, batting cages, ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.signupgenius.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 ...
- 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 Green Ball Clinic
This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...
- 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
Family Fun Turkey Dink
Turkey Dink - This is an event for families. Bring your visiting family members out to have a blast playing ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Hal Brady Recreation Complex 14300 NW 146th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: $10/adults $5/child
- Website: playtimescheduler.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Sporting Events
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo. We will meet on Tuesday, ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: UF Entomology & Nematology Building 1881 Natural Area Drive Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Admission is $6 per person
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Library Partnership Branch
Come jam out and dance with your little one!
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 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 ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes).
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - T is for Turkey
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 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
Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Holiday Sessions
Thanksgiving Holiday Matinees!
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Thanksgiving Day, 5K parkrun
Join us at the East Overlook at Depot Park for a FREE 5K on Thanksgiving morning! Please register online at ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park (East Overlook) 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Turkey Trot Trail 5k & 10k
We are BACK with our annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day! On July 9th, an electrical fire broke out at Lloyd ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW Co Rd 231 Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $30-$45
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10 regular admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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
Grand Opening of The Yellow Acres Boutique
Come shop with us! Doors are opening and we want you there! Giveaways will be happening as well as coffee ...
- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 24875 SW 17th Lane Suite 10, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
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 ...
- 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
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Thanksgiving Tours
This Thanksgiving experience the magic! Walk or Ride Tours on Friday, November 29 & Saturday, November 30. Tours begin at ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $35 Adults | $15 Kids (Ages 2-11) | FREE (2 Years & Under)
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Tours/Informational
Studio TM Ceramics November Holiday Family Parties
Looking for things to do this Holiday Season for you and the family? We’ve got just the thing! Our Holiday ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: 1854 NE 2nd St, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $75 per 2 (1 adult, 1 child)
- Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- All Day Event
- Cost: free
- Website: myfwc.com
- Category: Family Fun, 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
Gainesville Post Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K
Bring the whole family!
- 8:30 am
- Location: 1811 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Dukes Family Farms: Flap Jacks with Santa on the Farm
Mark your calendars for our First Annual Flapjacks with Santa event! Bring the kids for a fun and interactive experience ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 7669 SW CR 796, Lake Butler, FL 32054
- Cost: TBA
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday 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
