Gainesville Family Events Calendar
The Fun 4 Gator Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Gainesville area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event
PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.
Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.
Events and programs for kids with special needs
Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.
Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.
Family friendly shows and concerts
Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.
Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.
Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category
Sporting events and home games for local sports teams
One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families.
Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.
Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.
Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.
Family friendly sales events such as consignment sales, book sales, and plant sales
JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale
Presale November 11th | Public Sale November 12-15 | Legacy Park in Alachua | Save up to 90% below retail ...
- 8:30 am
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: Free- $45 Depending On Time/Day
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Morning Baby Play
Morning Baby Play for those under 2 years old
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under) - Millhopper Location
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4010 N.W. 27th Lane Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days JBF Sale at Legacy Park
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Fall Fun Days! We are going shopping with JBF at Legacy Park!. What is ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd, Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: If you sign up, you will get FREE admission!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale
Presale November 11th | Public Sale November 12-15 | Legacy Park in Alachua | Save up to 90% below retail ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: Free- $45 Depending On Time/Day
- Website: www.jbfsale.com
- Category: Other
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 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 Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (Main Entrance) Friday, November 6, 2026 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Tuscawilla Preserve Friday, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child
- Website: www.facebook.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
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Joey's Wings 5K & Bubble Crane Kids Run
Join us in Gainesville, Florida, for the 12th Annual Joey’s Wings 5K! For 12 years, this community has come together in ...
- 7:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Santa Fe College (Charles R. Perry Construction Institute) Building O, NW 91st St Gainesville, FL US 32606
- Cost: Starting at $25
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Family Fun, Races/Walks/Runs
Children's Miracle Network Dash & Bash 5K
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health, will be on November 14th, 2026 ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Stadium North Lawn - 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: May 1-31: $25, June 1-August 14: $30, June 15-November 13: $35
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child: Pumpkin Run 5K
Get ready for an extraordinary event this year – the Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child initiative presents the Pumpkin ...
- 8:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Town of Tioga 13085 SW 1st Lane, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $40 (Price increases after October 30, 2026)
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
Florida Diabetes Camp 5K Color Run
Next Sunday, November 15th, we are hosting our annual FDC 5K Color Run supporting Florida Diabetes Camp! Florida Diabetes Camp is ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Flavet Field- University of Florida Woodlawn Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $35 for runners and $15 for general attendees
- Website: givebutter.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Orange Creek Restoration Area
Join Scott Robinson at Orange Creek Restoration Area! This is the area where Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, and Ring-neck Duck were ...
- 8:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: 5273-5305 E Hwy 318, Citra, FL 32113
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale
Presale November 11th | Public Sale November 12-15 | Legacy Park in Alachua | Save up to 90% below retail ...
- 8:30 am
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: Free- $45 Depending On Time/Day
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Haile Equestrian Home Show
Join us for our Haile Equestrian Home Show on Sunday, May 17th! This is the perfect opportunity to ride, learn, and ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Haile Equestrian Center: 7680 SW 46th Blvd · Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free to Spectators
- Website: www.haileequestrian.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Gators March For Babies
This is a volunteer-Led, Community Walk to support March for Babies. The event will be held on November 15, 2026. ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.marchforbabies.org
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
Our new Fall Session begins Monday! We’ll meet in the open air patio of the new sanctuary for class at ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free- range Process art and Sensory rooms are always set up ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $15, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Unc's Collectibles Game Nights
We’re bringing the Gainesville TCG community together with weekly events, tournaments, trading, and more! - Monday: Riftbound 3 pm Learn to ...
- 3:00 pm
- Location: 1017 N Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Play Tennis Gainesville High-Performance Yellow Ball 2
For players aiming to play tournaments, high school tennis, or higher. Emphasizes match play and competitive readiness. Monday 4:30 PM to ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $24.00/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 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
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days at The Harn Museum of Art
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Fall Fun Days at The Harn Museum of Art. We will go on an ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Parking is $4. Once you get to the museum, you will need to download the app to pay.
- Website: www.signupgenius.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 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Toddler Time
Join us as we learn through play! Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates babies' ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
P.K. Yonge Tours
Tours High School Tours Wednesday, November 18, 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 9, 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 27, 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 27, 1:00 p.m. Middle School ...
- 9:00 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
Working Food Garden Tots
Join us for fun-filled mornings of gardening, nature, and hands-on discovery! Designed for children ages 2-5, Garden Tots offers sensory ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Working Food’s Giving Garden Farm 225 NW 12th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Sliding scale $5-$15
- Website: workingfood.org
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 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
Sun Country Sports Center Little Climbers
Introduce your little adventurer to the exciting world of climbing! Little Climbers is a fun, safe, and nurturing experience designed ...
- 9:30 am - 10:25 am
- Location: Sun Country Sports 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Morning Baby Play
Morning Baby Play for those under 2 years old
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under) - Millhopper Location
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4010 N.W. 27th Lane Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Sprouts at Zion
Sprouts is a parent-and-child enrichment program designed for children ages 0–5 and the adults who love them. Each session features ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL, 32605
- Cost: $5 registration fee per class per family
- Website: ziongainesville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Thanksgiving
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup. We have some fun Thanksgiving themes planned! This is a FREE ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Kiwanis Challenge Park 2002 NW 36th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (Main Entrance) Friday, November 6, 2026 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Tuscawilla Preserve Friday, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Otter Springs Park & Campground: The Otter Jubilee
Join us for a fun-filled day at Otter Springs Park & Campground featuring: - 5K - Car Show - Vendors - Food Vendors - Live ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Otter Springs Park & Campground 6470 SW 80th Ave, Trenton, FL 32693
- Cost: TBA
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Races/Walks/Runs
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Otter Springs 5k Run/Walk
Join us for an invigorating 5K trail run/walk through the beautiful natural terrain of Gilchrist County. Whether you're a seasoned ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Otter Spring Campground and Park 6470 SW 80th Ave, Trenton, FL 32693
- Cost: $15 for Ages 5-17, $25 for Ages 18+
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Haile Farmer's Market Fall Harvest Festival
Our annual Fall Harvest Festival will take place on Saturday, November 21st, from 8:30 a.m. to noon and will feature ...
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 5213 Southwest 91 Terrace Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.instagram.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Victory Chapel CFM Thanksgiving Family Dinner
We’d love to have you at our table! Join us at Victory Chapel Gainesville for Thanksgiving dinner on Sunday, November ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Victory Chapel CFM, 2108 SW 13th Street Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Thanksgiving In The Park
You are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving with our town, Sunday, November 22nd at 11 am. This worship service and a ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: Lois Forte Park 120 NW 260th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Mayhem Ranch Fall Festival
Join us September 26th through November 22nd, every Saturday & Sunday, for our biggest and best Fall Festival yet! We ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: Online Admission Tickets: $17.00 Online (2 and under free) Gate Admission Tickets $20.00 (2 and under free)
- Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
- Category: Family Fun
Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: coliseumofcomics.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
One-Day Kids Camp! for Young Animal Lovers
Spend a fun, hands-on day at the Humane Society of North Central Florida! Explore shelter life, learn about dogs and ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Humane Society of North Central Florida, 4205 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $65
- Website: humanesocietyncfl.givecloud.co
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
Our new Fall Session begins Monday! We’ll meet in the open air patio of the new sanctuary for class at ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Public Reopening Day!
The Florida Museum is delighted to be opening our doors to the public again and we can’t wait to welcome ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free- range Process art and Sensory rooms are always set up ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $15, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days Books, Balls & Blocks
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Fall Fun Days! Books, Balls & Blocks. We are teaming up with Help Me ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Hawthorne Branch
Story Time for babies is designed to engage very young children with language-building play, music, and stories. Pre-literacy activities are ...
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Location: Hawthorne Branch 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Toddler Time
Join us as we learn through play! Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates babies' ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Sports Center Little Climbers
Introduce your little adventurer to the exciting world of climbing! Little Climbers is a fun, safe, and nurturing experience designed ...
- 9:30 am - 10:25 am
- Location: Sun Country Sports 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 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
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Starke Community Thanksgiving Run/Walk Turkey Trot
Get the family together, grab your friends, and bring your pups to kick off Thanksgiving with a fun morning of ...
- 7:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Starke Downtown Music Pavilion 538 East Call Street Starke, FL 32091
- Cost: 1 Free childs ticket per 2 canned goods (under 12). Adults $33.85
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
Thanksgiving Day, 5K parkrun
Come chase the turkey at our Thanksgiving Day parkrun! The fun begins at 7:30 am near the pavilion at Depot ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park (East Overlook) 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Cedar Key Turkey Trot
Join us for the 3rd Annual Cedar Key Turkey Trot!
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Prickly Palm 495 2nd St, Cedar Key, FL
- Cost: Donations only - cash or Venmo! Donations are optional and this year they will go to the Cedar Key Summer Youth Program.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Turkey Trot Trail 5k & 10k
This year we are once again partnering with Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary to host our 5k & 10k trail race ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW Co Rd 231 Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $30-$40
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Morning Baby Play
Morning Baby Play for those under 2 years old
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Black Friday Doorbuster Madness at Tiny Tot Bundles
We're bringing back the Black Friday shopping experience we all know and love at Tiny Tot Bundles! Remember waking up ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Sales Events
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (Main Entrance) Friday, November 6, 2026 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Tuscawilla Preserve Friday, ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
License Free Fishing Day
License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take ...
- All Day Event
- Cost: free
- Website: myfwc.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Prairie Creek Preserve Banding Station
Charlie Muise welcomes Alachua Audubon Society to the Prairie Creek Banding Station! Duration: 2-3 hours Trail Conditions: short walk from parking ...
- 7:15 am - 10:15 am
- Location: 7204 Co Rd 234, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
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
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
Warhammer 40k Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
Warhammer 40k Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: coliseumofcomics.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show
Buy • Sell • Trade Trading Cards & Collectibles Slabs • Sealed • Singles • & More Something for every kind of collector. Featured ...
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: coliseumofcomics.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Unc's Collectibles Game Nights
We’re bringing the Gainesville TCG community together with weekly events, tournaments, trading, and more! - Monday: Riftbound 3 pm Learn to ...
- 3:00 pm
- Location: 1017 N Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Play Tennis Gainesville High-Performance Yellow Ball 2
For players aiming to play tournaments, high school tennis, or higher. Emphasizes match play and competitive readiness. Monday 4:30 PM to ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $24.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade
Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Gatorball Spring Travel Baseball Tryouts
Monday, November 30 8U: 6:00-8:00pm Tuesday, December 1 9u/10u: 5:30-8:00 Wednesday, December 2 11u/12u 5:30-8:00 Thursday, December 3 13u/14u: 5:30-8:00
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Park: 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: No cost for tryout
- Website: gatorballtraining.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free
