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.
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 ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
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 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
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
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Orange Lake Overlook-PUMA Nest Check Ramble
Join us at Orange Lake Overlook where AAS has installed a new Purple Martin (PUMA) nest gourd array that is ...
- 8:00 am - 10:00 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
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Join ACT for a Walk and Talk each Friday at one of ACT's Preserves. You will be joined by staff, ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, 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
Arts4All Florida Youth Arts Showcase
Students share original art from the A. Quinn Jones Museum collections.
- 10:00 am
- Location: 1013 NW 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Gainesville Hoopfest
YBOA Gainesville HoopFest is coming to the Alachua County Sports & Events Center! Join us May 3-4, 2025, for an ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: scorbot.app
- Category: Sporting Events
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
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, ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway: 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adult Spectators $20 | Children under 12 FREE with paying adult
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs, Sporting Events
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Bolen Bluff Trail
Meet Maggie Paxson in the lot. Access trailhead off of 441 south of Gainesville: With over 230 unique species on ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Bolen Bluff Trail, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
City of Alachua Great American Cleanup
Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025, starting at 8:30 a.m. for the City of Alachua's annual Great American Cleanup ...
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: City of Alachua City Hall 15100 NW 142 Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Gainesville Hoopfest
YBOA Gainesville HoopFest is coming to the Alachua County Sports & Events Center! Join us May 3-4, 2025, for an ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: scorbot.app
- Category: Sporting Events
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: A Little Sit
What is a “Big Sit”? It’s a birding event where teams try to see how many species they can spot ...
- 7:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
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, ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway: 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adult Spectators $20 | Children under 12 FREE with paying adult
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs, Sporting Events
Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Spring Festival
Join us for our highly anticipated tenth annual Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens Spring Festival, taking place on May 3rd ...
- 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $5 | Children 5 and under: FREE
- Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
- Category: Family Fun
Blueberry Festival at Amber Brooke Farms
Get ready for a berry sweet celebration! Join us at Amber Brooke Farms for our Blueberry Festival, where we honor ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $14.95 online | $16.95 at the gate | Free admission for Ages 2 and Under
- Website: amberbrookefarms.ticketspice.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Ice Cream Vault Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
Join us for a sweet grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Alachua Chamber of Commerce on Monday, May 5th ...
- 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Location: 14841 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615-8539
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other
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
Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Make-It Monday - Beginner Crochet for Kids
Join us to learn the basics of crochet and create a simple project, or bring a personal project to work ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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
Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!
Do you ever just wish your kids would make their own dinner?! Your wish is our command! Give your kids ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: V Pizza 115 SE 1 St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: $20 includes one pizza per child/ticket and a beverage.
- Website: www.vpizza.com
- Category: Family Fun, 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
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 ...
- 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: 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 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 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
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
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Mother's Day Fun in the Park
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for some Mother's Day Fun in the Park. We'll have games, crafts, and a popcorn ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Northside Park 5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Free but registration is required
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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 for Preschool Story Time. 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
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
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
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
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
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Join ACT for a Walk and Talk each Friday at one of ACT's Preserves. You will be joined by staff, ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, 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 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- 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
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 ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- 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
Leslie Tharpe Designs: Lamp Base with Karen Tharp
A material fee of $70 is due upon arrival to class. In this workshop, students will create a beautiful black porcelain ...
- 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Fever Metal Art Center: 3003 NE 19th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $165
- Website: www.leslietharp.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gainesville Garden Club Mother's Day Garden Tour and Luncheon
A great gift for Mom & Everyone Who Has a Mom! • Enjoy a tour of three distinct and unique home ...
- 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: 1350 NW 75th Street, Gainesville, Florida 32605
- Cost: $30.00 per person, map provided with your ticket!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
GROW HUB's Spring Pop Up Markets
Join Grow Hub for our first spring pop-up market of 2025! What to expect: - Local vendors - Lots of plants - natives, ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Grow Hub 2900 Northeast 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, 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
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
Leslie Tharpe Designs: Brick Vase with Karen Tharp
A $50 material fee is due upon arrival to class Build a gorgeous bouquet vase using textured slabs of black porcelain. ...
- 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Fever Metal Art Center: 3003 NE 19th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $155
- Website: www.leslietharp.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Highland Farm Tours at Mayhem Ranch
Mayhem Ranch is a 170 acre family-owned agritourism farm located in Morriston, Fl., and is home to over 50 different ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Mayhem Ranch 17830 SE 40th Street, Morriston, FL 32668
- Cost: $45 for Adults (13 & up) | $35 Kids (3-12)
- Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational
Gainesville Mother's Day Craft and Vendor Market
Celebrate Moms at the Gainesville Mother's Day Craft & Vendor Market! Dates & Times: Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10am - 5pm Sunday, ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 5001 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
High Springs Pioneer Days Festival
The 48th Annual High Springs Pioneer Day Festival Days Festival will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025 and Sunday, ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Greenway behind The Chamber of Commerce, 23517 Nw 185th Road, High Springs, FL, 32643
- Cost: free admission
- Website: highsprings.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
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
Florida Museum of Natural History Pop-up Museum: Collections
Meet us at the farmers market! While you’re browsing local vendors and artisans at the Grove Street Farmers Market, look ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Grove Street Farmers Market 1001 NW 4th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Make-It Monday - Beginner Crochet for Kids
Join us to learn the basics of crochet and create a simple project, or bring a personal project to work ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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
Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics
Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Park: 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $40/session
- Website: gatorballtraining.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
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 ...
- 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: Music and Movement at Library Partnership Branch
Come jam out and dance with your little one! Music and Movement is great for children. It enables children to learn ...
- 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 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: 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
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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - To the Moon
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, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 - 11:00 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
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
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
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
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
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Join ACT for a Walk and Talk each Friday at one of ACT's Preserves. You will be joined by staff, ...
- 8:00 am - 9:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, 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 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- 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
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Amber Brooke Farms
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Amber Brooke Farms. Kids story time, breakfast, plus playtime on the farm. Story ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Story Time and Breakfast is included for Children with the purchase of a $10 farm fun pass, U-Pick blueberries - $4.95/lb
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
- Website: ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Florida Gators Soccer Elite ID Camp
The Florida Gators Soccer Program is excited to welcome you to a full day of soccer at the Donald R. ...
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Dizney Lacrosse Stadium/Soccer Practice Field Hull Rd & Natural Area Dr, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $225
- Website: campscui.active.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Newberry Watermelon Festival
80th Annual Newberry Watermelon Festival will be held at the Countryway Town Center. With over 100 vendors there will be ...
- 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Countryway Town Square, 1739 SW 248th Dr. Suite 20, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, 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
Sweet Corn Festival at Amber Brooke Farms
Get ready for a day full of farm-fresh fun at our 2nd Annual Sweet Corn Festival! Celebrate the sweetness of ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $14.95 online | $16.95 at the gate | Free admission for Ages 2 and Under
- Website: amberbrookefarms.com
- Category: Family Fun
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- 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
GFAA Artist Studio Tour
The GFAA Artist Studio Tour returns with new dates in May! This self-guided tour through working artist studios in and ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gfaastudiotour.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Cade Museum Exhibit Opening: Mindbender Mansion
Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, a quirky place full of puzzles, brainteasers, and interactive challenges guaranteed to ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
5th Avenue Arts Festival
Celebrate the rich culture, history, and vibrant community of Gainesville at the 45th Annual 5th Avenue Arts Festival! This beloved ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Blount Center 401 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
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: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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
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 ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Bryer Patch Flower Season Homeschool Day with a Splash
Calling all Homeschool families! Come join us for our Flower Season Homeschool Day at the Patch! Our upick flower homeschool ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, 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 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
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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Veterinarian's Office
Welcome to the Sensory Studio. This week's theme is Veterinarian's Office! Process art and Sensory stations are set up for exploring ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 - 11:00 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
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
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
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
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
Florida Folk Festival at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park invite you to come celebrate the diverse ...
- 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
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Join ACT for a Walk and Talk each Friday at one of ACT's Preserves. You will be joined by staff, ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, 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 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- 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
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 Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park invite you to come celebrate the diverse ...
- 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
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
Leslie Tharpe Designs Blacksmith Workshop - Belt Buckle - Forged and Welded
Saturday, May 24 & 31 from 9 am-12 pm The weekend will be broken into 2 parts - The Saturday session ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Fever Metal Art Center: 3003 NE 19th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $175
- Website: www.leslietharp.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Folk Festival at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park invite you to come celebrate the diverse ...
- 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
Sweet Corn Festival at Amber Brooke Farms
Get ready for a day full of farm-fresh fun at our 2nd Annual Sweet Corn Festival! Celebrate the sweetness of ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $14.95 online | $16.95 at the gate | Free admission for Ages 2 and Under
- Website: amberbrookefarms.com
- Category: Family Fun
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- 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 - 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 artist in GNV who loves comics? Whether they’re just getting started or already deep into ...
- 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
Newberry Veterans Memorial Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Join Us for the Veterans Memorial Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! The City of Newberry is proud to honor our local heroes with ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Lois Forte Park, 25842 NW 3rd Ave, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre Open Auditions: Puffs
Open Auditions for Puffs Or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic An ART Youthtroupe production Showing: ...
- 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: ART Annex: 3601 SW 2nd Ave Ste M, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free
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 ...
- 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: Sensory Adventures at Alachua Branch
Join us as we learn through play! Each month we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Library Partnership Branch
Come jam out and dance with your little one! Music and Movement is great for children. It enables children to learn ...
- 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: 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 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
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
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Sun Country Sports Center
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Sun Country Sports Center. The Stay and Play program is for kids 5 ...
- 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&PF4G for $2 off!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
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 for Preschool Story Time. 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
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
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
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
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Join ACT for a Walk and Talk each Friday at one of ACT's Preserves. You will be joined by staff, ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, 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 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- 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
Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Open Studio Art Self Expression
Let your creativity flow in our open art studio every Friday. Drop in any time between 1 and 4 pm ...
- 2:35 pm - 3:15 pm
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- 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
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, ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway: 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adult Spectators $20 | Children under 12 FREE with paying adult
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs, Sporting Events
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
Leslie Tharpe Designs Blacksmith Workshop - Belt Buckle - Forged and Welded
Saturday, May 24 & 31 from 9 am-12 pm The weekend will be broken into 2 parts - The Saturday session ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Fever Metal Art Center: 3003 NE 19th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $175
- Website: www.leslietharp.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
