Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo: Boo at the Zoo
F Teaching Zoo's 30th annual Boo at the Zoo is Gainesville's favorite Halloween treat for families. The students and staff ...
- Saturday, October 31, 2026 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo: 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission to the event is one canned good or non-perishable food item per person
- Website: www.sfcollege.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
Harn Museum Tot Time
Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy ...
- Friday, November 6, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas
The Gainesville Big Band, under the direction of Marco Thomas, presents a Big Band Christmas with TWO performances this year! ...
- Friday, December 4, 2026 - All Day Event
- Location: Meizon Church 3411 Northwest 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Harn Museum Tot Time
Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy ...
- Friday, December 4, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
City of Gainesville Holiday Kids' Dance Party
Get ready to boogie at the ultimate Holiday Kids' Dance Party with DJ E-Lo! Let's dance, sing and celebrate the holidays ...
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 1:30 pm
- Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 east University Gainesville Fl
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas
The Gainesville Big Band, under the direction of Marco Thomas, presents a Big Band Christmas with TWO performances this year! ...
- Monday, December 7, 2026 - All Day Event
- Location: Meizon Church 3411 Northwest 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Cracker House Winery: Christmas on the Ranch Returns
We’re excited to announce the return of our annual Christmas on the Ranch event at Cracker House Winery! Petting zoo, ...
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 522 SE 897th St, Old Town, FL 32680-7373
- Cost: Free admission
- Category: Holiday Events
Alachua Conservation Trust Holiday Mingle
Bring your friends and family for a celebration of this year's conservation victories! Enjoy light food, drinks, and plenty of ...
- Sunday, December 13, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Prairie Creek Lodge 7204 SE County Road 234, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- Friday, December 18, 2026 6:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Tioga Movie Night: The Grinch with Grinch Appearance
We’re so excited to feature our 2026 Tioga Town Center movie lineup! With some extra special magic, of course! 9/4 based ...
- Friday, December 18, 2026 7:30 pm
- Location: 13085 SW 1st Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
