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.
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
Harn Museum Tot Time
Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2 – 5 and their ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Homeschool Creators - High Springs Branch
Art and science explorations will be offered for homeschool children and teens on the first Friday of the month. These activities ...
- 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
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
Water Lettuce Warriors: National Public Lands Day
We need your help! A nuisance plant known as water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) is on the rise within Ichetucknee Springs ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: Park fee is waived for water lettuce volunteers. Staff will confirm that vehicle passengers who had fee waived did participate in volunteer event.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Mega Test and Tune at Gainesville Raceway
It’s like a normal test and tune – on steroids! Check out our bolstered test and tune date featuring a ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $25 for participants | $15 for crew | $10 for spectators
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Central Florida Peanut Festival
The first Saturday in October join us as we celebrate the peanut industry and harvest. Over 100 vendors featuring arts, ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Heritage Park, 116 N Main St, Williston, FL 32696
- 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
Alachua County Youth Triathlon Club: Youth Triathlon
Youth triathlon right here in Gainesville! Event is open to those 4-12 years old. No previous triathlon experience required! Participants ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $25
- Website: acytc.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions
Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions Birthday Sessions Portrait Days Fall Harvest Costume Mini Superhero Session Holiday Sessions Pajama Mini Tree Farm Stand Santa's Workshop Santa Experience
- 9:00 am
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street, Suite 33, Gainesville, FL, 32609
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Highland Games World Championship
Come to the 2024 Masters World Championship Highland Games (October 5-6, 2024) where over 200 athletes from 9 countries will ...
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Clay County Fairgrounds 2493 State Road 16 W, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043-4818
- Cost: $20 pre sale general admission
- Website: www.2024mwc.com
- Category: Family Fun, Sporting Events
Dance Alive Great Halloween Costume Sale
Dance Alive and The Next Generation present The BEST EVER Great Halloween Costume Sale. September 28 & 29th and October ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Pofahl Studios 1325 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Fantastic prices! From $5-$15.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Archer Community Center 16671 SW 137th Avenue, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Hollow Oaks Corn Maze
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a day of fun at Hollow Oaks Corn Maze. So many fun activities, pumpkin ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 18005 NW 190th Ave High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Adults $15 (ages 13+), kids $12 (ages 4-13), under 3 free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours
Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...
- 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
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Archer Community Center 16671 SW 137th Avenue, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, Free
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 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
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 - 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 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
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Archer Community Center 16671 SW 137th Avenue, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, 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 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
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Archer Community Center 16671 SW 137th Avenue, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, Free
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
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
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Archer Community Center 16671 SW 137th Avenue, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, Free
UF Health Childbirth and Newborn Education Class
The Childbirth and Newborn Education Class is intended to prepare expectant parents for labor, birth, the post-partum period, and caring ...
- 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Cost: free
- Website: ufhealth.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meet up Mayhem Ranch
All the Fall Feels! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Mayhem Ranch. Activities Included: U-Pick Pumpkin Patch (Pumpkins cut ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Mayhem Ranch 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL 32668
- Cost: $12.00 (3 years & Older - 2 and under free)
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Alachua County Library Fall Teen Art Show at Headquarters Branch
Alachua County Library District is pleased to announce we will be hosting the Fall Teen Art Show! This is a ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Headquarters Library Meeting Room A, 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts, Library Programs, Pageants/Competitions, Free
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 ...
- 7:20 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! ...
- 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
Limitless Legends FC Soccer Saturday
Time TBD! Soccer Saturday will be a game like setting playing on the same day as our area ACTFOR soccer ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: 19499 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events , Special Needs, Free
Import Face-Off at Gainesville Raceway
Import Face-Off (IFO) originated in 2001 and is the largest, continually running national Import show and race series in the ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adult admission $25 | Children 10 and under FREE
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Sporting Events
High Springs Lions Club Music Fundraiser Benefit for Janna Roberts
Bounce house, face painting, 50/50 raffle, auction, chicken & pork dinners, live music and more! Live music from 1 pm-8 pm
- 12:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: 26900 W US Highway 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Alachua County Library Fall Teen Art Show at Headquarters Branch
Alachua County Library District is pleased to announce we will be hosting the Fall Teen Art Show! This is a ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Headquarters Library Meeting Room A, 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts, Library Programs, Pageants/Competitions, Free
Gainesville Cars and Coffee
We meet the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Whole Foods parking lot look for the BMWCCA tent to ...
- 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
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival - Adopt-A-Pet
Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Adopt a ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Online Tickets: $14.95 | In-Person: $16.95 | Children (2 & under) Free
- Website: www.simpletix.com
- Category: Family Fun
Coon Hollo Farm Fall Festival - Homeschool Day
Everybody loves homeschool days! -October 14, 2024 OR November 6, 2024 -9:30 AM to 2 PM -Purchase tickets at the gate, cash ...
- 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 22480 N Hwy 441, Micanopy Fl 32667
- Cost: $8 for ages 4 and up
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Trick or Treat at Charter Senior Living
Get your Halloween costume ready! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Charter Senior Living for trick or treating. We ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: 1001 SW 62nd Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Free but registration is required
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 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
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. $4 per family per class suggested donation.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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
Home School Junior Naturalist: Wild Wetlands
Come explore Cuscowilla’s Black Swamp and learn all about the critters that call Cuscowilla home! Students hike our swamp wetlands ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: $4 resident/ $5 non resident
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 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
Fall Homeschool Day at The Bryer Patch
Calling all Homeschool families! Come join us for our "Fall on the Farm" Homeschool Day at the Patch! Included with admission ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5700 SW 250th Street, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $10 admission fee per person. 2 & under free. Military discount available.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 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
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup The Bryer Patch
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at The Bryer Patch in Newberry. Students receive 1 free mini ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $10 per person
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
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 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
Spooky Springs Ichetucknee Springs State Park
Spooky Springs is an annual, family friendly, fundraising event coordinated by the Friends of Ichetucknee Springs State Park and Cape ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Parks South Entrance 12087 SW Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32038
- Cost: Park Admission $6 per vehicle (up to 8 people) Additional costs per activity, see description
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
UF Homecoming & Gator Growl- Gator Gallop 'Fun Run'
The Gator Gallop Fun Run is a 2.2 mile run where students and the Gainesville community join together to race ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Plaza of the Americas (University of Florida) Gainesville, FL 32603
- Cost: Registration will be accepted day of with the price increase of $27 for individuals ages 5-15 and $37 for all ages 16 and up.
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Family Fun, Races/Walks/Runs
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival - Oktoberfest
Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Oktoberfest Specialty ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Online Tickets: $14.95 | In-Person: $16.95 | Children (2 & under) Free
- Website: www.simpletix.com
- Category: Family Fun
Spooky Springs Ichetucknee Springs State Park
Spooky Springs is an annual, family friendly, fundraising event coordinated by the Friends of Ichetucknee Springs State Park and Cape ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Parks South Entrance 12087 SW Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32038
- Cost: Park Admission $6 per vehicle (up to 8 people) Additional costs per activity, see description
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday 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
Water Lettuce Warriors at Ichetucknee Springs State Park
We need your help! A nuisance plant known as water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) is on the rise within Ichetucknee Springs ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: Park fee is waived for water lettuce volunteers. Staff will confirm that vehicle passengers who had fee waived did participate in volunteer event.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Alachua County Farmers' Market Fall in the Stalls
Save the date for Fall in the Stalls at Alachua County Farmers' Market! Local goods, music, food and fun!
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Farmers' Market 5920 NW 13th St. Gainesville, FL 32653
- 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
Kanapaha Botantical Orchid Show
Each October, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens holds an Open House & Fall Plant Sale, in conjunction with the Gainesville Orchid Society, ...
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: kanapaha.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Fit2Run and Celebration Pointe: Spooktacular Fun Run/Walk
Get ready for a frighteningly good time at the Spooktacular Fun Run by Fit2Run X On. Join us for a ...
- 9:45 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 4871 Celebration Pointe Ave. Space T610, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Braze Ranch Fall Festival
Join us for a fun-filled day at our Fall Festival! With admission, you can explore our maze, visit our pumpkin ...
- 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
- Cost: General Admission: $5 Online | $7 Onsite Ages 3 and Under: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival - Oktoberfest
Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Oktoberfest Specialty ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Online Tickets: $14.95 | In-Person: $16.95 | Children (2 & under) Free
- Website: www.simpletix.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Grace Haven Homestead
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Grace Haven Homestead. Meet and interact with friendly farm animals ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 19027 NW 69th Ln, Starke, FL 32091-5881
- Cost: Admission is $8 per person in advance online, or $12 CASH only at the gate.
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Kids' Fall Wildflower Walks
When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. New this fall, there will be shorter, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Morningside Nature Center, 3540 E. University Ave., 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, 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
Skate Station Funworks School's Out Skate
School's Out Skate!
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $13.95
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic
The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...
- 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
Texas Roadhouse: Trunk or Treat
Texas Roadhouse is hosting a Trunk or Treat on Tuesday, October 22!
- All Day Event
- Location: 3984 SW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. $4 per family per class suggested donation.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 - 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 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 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
Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival Homeschool Day
Bring your homeschoolers to enjoy a day at the Fall Festival at the farm! Homeschoolers will choose a mini pumpkin ...
- 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: 3831 NW 156th Ave., Gainesville, Florida 32609
- Cost: $12 per person, 2 year old & younger free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Day at Cade Museum
Join us (and over two million readers and thousands of classrooms, libraries and communities) to celebrate early literacy by reading ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: This program is included in the cost of admission, no pre-registration required.
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun
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 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
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - X is for X-ray
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
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
High Springs First United Methodist Church: Fall Flea Market and Trunk or Treat
Here are a few details: - The Flea Market will be open to shoppers at 8 AM - Breakfast, lunch, beverages, and ...
- 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 17405 NW US Highway 441 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
- 8:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: showfchc.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Flatwoods 5K at UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest
The Flatwoods 5K is touted by many local runners as Gainesville’s most beautiful, memorable 5K venue, run just after sunrise ...
- 8:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest 10625 NE Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Registration is $20. Runners 12 years and under race for free.
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
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
Starlight Pumpkin Patch Pageant
Starlight Pumpkin Patch Pageant
- All Day Event
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Pageants/Competitions
Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
- 8:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: showfchc.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Micanopy Fall Festival
Micanopy is the town that time forgot. This quiet little town bustles with activity as the vendors pour into town ...
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Downtown Micanopy, Micanopy, FL, 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.micanopyfallfestival.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival - Touch a Tractor
Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Touch a ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Online Tickets: $14.95 | In-Person: $16.95 | Children (2 & under) Free
- Website: www.simpletix.com
- Category: Family Fun
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. $4 per family per class suggested donation.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
UFPA Engagement with Clayton Stephenson
A UFPA Arts Engagement Event with Clayton Stephenson Clayton Stephenson is not just a remarkable virtuoso, but also a poet and ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 pm
- Location: Phillips Center - Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611-2750
- Cost: Free
- Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
- 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
Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
Largest Book Sale of its kind in Florida - More than 500,000 books, records, games, CDs, DVDs, audio, paintings, posters, ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 430-B North Main Street, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free admission
- Website: www.folacld.org
- Category: 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
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
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. $4 per family per class suggested donation.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 - 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 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
UF Women's Basketball vs Flagler College (Exhibition)
Come out and support your Gators Women's Basketball team as they take on Flagler College (Exhibition)!
- All Day Event
- Location: Exactech Arena at UF Stephen C. O'Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Sporting Events
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
P.K. Yonge Tours
Are you interested in applying to P.K. Yonge? Admission sessions and tours are available for prospective middle and high school ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School 1080 SW 11th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: pkyonge.ufl.edu
- Category: Tours/Informational, 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
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup o2b KIDS
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at o2b KIDS for some fun on Halloween. Costumes are encouraged! Morning magic, tumblebees, ...
- 9:45 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7383 SW 17th Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607-1028
- Cost: Admission is one bag of candy!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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 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
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
