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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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March 11

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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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 ...

Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids

Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...

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 Story Time - Millhopper Branch

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

Homeschool Junior Naturalist: Trees

How does an acorn become a tree? Why are some leaves green and others brown? With the help of a ...

Teaching Garden Planting at Two Hawk Hammock

Our Garden is Growing – Join Us for Spring Planting! Our Teaching Garden at Two Hawk Hammock in Williston is ...

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 ...

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 ...

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. ...

Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Fun Fridays

Program Feature: Tutoring, Sports, Play Based Learning, Arts and Crafts, Outdoor Play, STEM Activities and More! 6 am-3 pm, After Care ...

  • 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Christian Preparatory School 2500 NE 15th St. Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $15 a day, After Care Additional $5
  • Website: signupforms.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, 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 ...

Amber Brooke Farms U-Pick Fridays-Homeschool Friday

Join us at Amber Brooke Farms for a berry-filled adventure! Pick your own fresh strawberries for $4.95 per pound. Make ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: U-Pick strawberries $4.95 per pound, Adults FREE admission, Children 2 and under FREE | Optional Farm Fun Pass: $10 per child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Infant CPR & Choking Prevention Class

Unintentional injury is one of the leading causes of death in children in the United States. In this class you ...

Alachua County Newberry Branch Spanish for Kids

Toddlers and preschoolers can take their first steps toward learning Spanish! A fluent Spanish speaker will teach the basics using ...

Ichetucknee Springs 5K Trail Run

Enjoy a beautiful trail run at Ichetucknee Springs State Park! Come for the run and stay for the fun! Following ...

  • 7:00 am
  • Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park, 12087 S.W. U.S. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: Registration opens soon! $6 entrance fee per car to enter the park. Race fee is not included in the entry fee.
  • Website: sommersportsevents.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Sunrise Ranger Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Join a ranger on a 30-45 minutes walk into the wetlands while you enjoy the sunrise and learn about the ...

  • 7:30 am - 8:00 am
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Depot Park parkrun

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

Run with Purpose Run/Walk

Sign up to participate in the annual Run with Purpose to support Traumatic Injury survivors and their families presented by ...

St. Patrick’s Day Kids' Day at 4th Ave Food Park

Come out to 4th Ave Food Park for some family fun. There will be activities for kids and food for ...

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, ...

Swamp Axe Co. Family Day Sunday

Make Sunday a Family Fun Day at Swamp Axe! Looking for a unique way to spend quality time with your ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Corks and Colors: All Ages Jellyfish

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive 10 minutes early to choose your seat ...

Kids with Bees Beekeeper Day

Kids ages 4-13 years old with an accompanying parent, can experience the Buzzing excitement of a Honeybee Hive and taste ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Spring Break Movie Matinee-The Wild Robot

Kick off Spring Break with a viewing of The Wild Robot in the kids' area! This film is rated PG ...

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 ...

Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program

Our Community Resource Navigation program is hosting Peaceful Paths to offer a range of engaging and interactive events during March! ...

Bryer Patch Spring Break Picnic

Looking for something fun to do next week? Well, look no further. Join us for Spring Break Picnic at The ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 5700 SW 250th Street, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids

Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...

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 - Tower Road Branch

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

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

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

Teaching Garden Planting at Two Hawk Hammock

Our Garden is Growing – Join Us for Spring Planting! Our Teaching Garden at Two Hawk Hammock in Williston is ...

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 for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

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: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

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 ...

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. ...

Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Fun Fridays

Program Feature: Tutoring, Sports, Play Based Learning, Arts and Crafts, Outdoor Play, STEM Activities and More! 6 am-3 pm, After Care ...

  • 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Christian Preparatory School 2500 NE 15th St. Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $15 a day, After Care Additional $5
  • Website: signupforms.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, 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 ...

Amber Brooke Farms U-Pick Fridays-Kids Story Time & Breakfast

Join us at Amber Brooke Farms for a berry-filled adventure! Pick your own fresh strawberries & blueberries for $4.95 per ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Spring Break Makerspace DIY Terrariums

Join us for an exciting morning of making! Local Plant Shop, Plantstay, will provide supplies and instructions for making your ...

Alachua County Library TinkerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration! Put your building and engineering skills ...

Education Equalizer Foundation: FAMU Spring Preview Day

The FAMU Spring Preview Day includes transportation to America's #1 public HBCU. Confirmed students will enjoy a tour, learn about ...

Depot Park parkrun

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

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2025 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

Easton Newberry Archery Center Precision 3D Challenge

Test your precision with this fun and unique 3D experience. From targets just a few feet away to over 70 ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: $40 early registration before March 19th, 2025, $45 late registration, $50 on-site registration (8:00 - 8:30 am)
  • Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
  • Category: Pageants/Competitions

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 ...

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2025 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

Kanapaha Botanical Spring Garden Festival

This is Gainesville's premier horticultural event. The Spring Garden Festival features 100 booths offering plants, garden accessories, arts and crafts, ...

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville FL 32608
  • Cost: $12 adults, $7 ages 5-13. A two dollar discount is given for Kanapaha members who can present their membership card.
  • Website: kanapaha.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Sunflower Festival at Amber Brooke Farms

Our ALL-NEW Sunflower Festival is Here! Get ready for blooming fields, vibrant zinnias, and sun-soaked fun at our first-ever Sunflower ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston FL 32696
  • Cost: $14.95 online (plus tax and processing fee) | $16.95 at the gate
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Tonewood Family Music Rhythm Kids

These free classes are for 4- to 8-year-olds and was designed to be a drum- and rhythm-centered variation of the ...

Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program

Our Community Resource Navigation program is hosting Peaceful Paths to offer a range of engaging and interactive events during March! ...

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 ...

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids

Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...

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 Story Time - Millhopper Branch

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

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Teaching Garden Planting at Two Hawk Hammock

Our Garden is Growing – Join Us for Spring Planting! Our Teaching Garden at Two Hawk Hammock in Williston is ...

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 ...

Smart Start at Zion Spring Sessions

Please save the date of March 26, when the Spring Session begins!

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

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 ...

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. ...

Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Fun Fridays

Program Feature: Tutoring, Sports, Play Based Learning, Arts and Crafts, Outdoor Play, STEM Activities and More! 6 am-3 pm, After Care ...

  • 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Christian Preparatory School 2500 NE 15th St. Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $15 a day, After Care Additional $5
  • Website: signupforms.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Other

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

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 ...

Amber Brooke Farms U-Pick Fridays-Demo Friday

Join us at Amber Brooke Farms for a berry-filled adventure! Pick your own fresh blueberries for $4.95 per pound. Make ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

SwampCon Cirque du Gator

For Swampcon 2025, we're pleased to invite you to a one-of-a-kind trip to Wonderland. Every mad soul's welcome in this ...

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Depot Park parkrun

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

Gator Steps for Lung Disease 5k Run/Walk Event

5K Run/Walk benefiting the Fowler Lung Foundation at the University of Florida. Participants can run, walk, or simply party on ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: UF Cancer & Genetics Research Complex, 2033 Mowry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32610
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: web.cvent.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Boulware Springs Park

Meet Andy Kratter at Boulware Springs Park at 3300 SE 15th St., Gainesville. There are two entrances to the park. ...

SwampCon Cirque du Gator

For Swampcon 2025, we're pleased to invite you to a one-of-a-kind trip to Wonderland. Every mad soul's welcome in this ...

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Splish 'n' Dash hosted by the ACYTC

A swim - run event hosted by the Alachua County Youth Triathlon Club (ACYTC). Race is open to kids ages ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: $15 per registrant (advance); $20 day of
  • Website: acytc.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Sunflower Festival at Amber Brooke Farms

Our ALL-NEW Sunflower Festival is Here! Get ready for blooming fields, vibrant zinnias, and sun-soaked fun at our first-ever Sunflower ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston FL 32696
  • Cost: $14.95 online (plus tax and processing fee) | $16.95 at the gate
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ripple Rum 138 Merfolk Fest

Attention all sea creatures, water spirits, sirens, mermaids, mermen and half human/half fish people. Join us and vendors of phishy ...

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 ...

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 ...

Ripple Rum 138 Merfolk Fest

Attention all sea creatures, water spirits, sirens, mermaids, mermen and half human/half fish people. Join us and vendors of phishy ...