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Joey’s Wings 5k and Kids Obstacle Run

The 11th annual Joey’s Wings 5k & Obstacle Run will be on November 15th, 2025, at Santa Fe College! Race starts ...

  • 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

Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child: Pumpkin Run 5K

100% of the proceeds from the Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child® goes to feed hungry children in Alachua County ...

Market On Main: Meet and Greet with Santa

Holiday cheer is rolling into Market On Main! Bring the whole family for a magical meet-and-greet with Santa on November ...

Stride Color 5K

STR;DE is a 5k color run arranged by Buchholz High School DECA. This run is in honor of Ryan Howell ...

The Children's Table: Free Gardening Class

FREE Gardening Classes – Join Us at Two Hawk Hammock! We’re thrilled to announce that The Children’s Table is hosting FREE ...

Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration

Bowling Saturday mornings 9:30 am-12 pm 2 Divisions Bantams: Ages 6-12 | Weekly Fee $8 Youth Classic: Ages 13-20 | Weekly Fee $10 Membership ...

Cade Museum Community Day: STEM & Language

Come one, come all, to our Community Day and enjoy FREE admission to the museum. Step into a world of ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Community Market & Kid-Preneur Pop-up

We’re excited to announce our 1st Kid-Preneur Vendor Market — an amazing opportunity for kids ages 12 & under to ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Shrine Club 8100 SW Archer RD Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free Admission, $10 Registration fee is required; which is non-refundable for vendors
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies

Now available by reservation every Saturday morning (September-May)! Child participants get to brush a pony, experience a 20-minute leadline ride, ...

Gainesville Downtown Festival and Art Show

Join us for North Florida's Largest Free Street Festival! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 15, and Sunday, November 16, from ...

Infinity Con Gainesville

Infinity Con returns to the Alachua County Sports and Events Center in 2025 for 2 days of comic books, art, ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Newberry Main Street's Fall Festival

Get ready for one of Newberry’s most anticipated annual traditions! Come spend the day strolling through our charming downtown filled with ...

North Florida Sewing Center: Beginner Sewing Class

No experience is necessary and all materials and sewing machine will be provided for students. Learn to use a sewing machine ...

Ocala Holiday Craft Show

The 3rd Annual Ocala Holiday Craft Show Returns for Three Days! Ocala’s largest indoor Holiday Craft Show is back November ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center Expo Center 1 1284 NW 87th Court Rd, Ocala FL, 34482
  • Cost: Advance Tickets: $6, Box Office Tickets: $8, Kids 12 & Under: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Ravine Gardens State Park Ranger Read Along- Where the Wild Things Are

At the Historic Garden Club cabin here at the park. The book is Where the Wild Things are by Maurice ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: Free with park Admission, $5 per vehicle
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rim Ramble Hike at Paynes Prairie

Paynes Prairie is a 23,000-acre preserve managed by the Florida Park Service. In 1774, William Bartram, a naturalist from Philadelphia, ...

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Member Appreciation Day

Celebrate your connection to the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo with a day full of exclusive experiences, activities, and extra ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free for members! Contact for membership details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Bilingual Story Time

Come join the Latina Women's League for bilingual storytime.

Anderson Memorial Church of God in Christ Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner

Anderson Memorial Church of God in Christ will be serving free Thanksgiving Dinners to the community!

Gift Certificates and More Pizza Week

GCM Pizza Week is back! Starting Monday, November 10th-Sunday, November 16th enjoy GREAT Pizza deals ALL over Gainesville. Here are the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Matheson History Museum: Art from the Archives

In celebration of the Downtown Festival and Art Show, we are excited to welcome visitors to a one-day exhibit at ...

UF Baseball Fall Practice and Orange & Blue Series

Florida's fall baseball season concludes in week six with the annual Orange & Blue Series slated for Wednesday (3:30 p.m.), ...

MC Gainesville: Intergenerational Jam Band

Have you ever dreamed of playing in a band? The Intergenerational Jam Band is for musicians of all ages and ...

Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program

Join us for the Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program at the Headquarters Library, Cone Park Library, and Clarence R. ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Clarence R Kelly Center 1701 NE 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

Free Saturday sessions from 11:30 am-1:30 pm (when school is held on Fridays). Starting on September 13, 2025-May 16, 2026 What ...

1000 Voices of Florida, INC: Veteran's Day Celebration Luncheon

We invite all local veterans and their families to be honored on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 12 pm. This ...

Books & Cooks Pop-Up Lesson

Books & Cooks is hosting a Pop-Up Lesson on Friday, November 15th from 12–1 PM at Faith Mission — right ...

Downtown High Springs Artwalk

Join us in 2025 for ArtWalk on the 3rd Saturday of March, April, May, October, November and December. Come browse ...

Dillard's National Prince and Princess Day Event

Join us for a day of Story Telling, Snacks and a Grand Fashion Show!

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Oaks Mall Dillard's 6495 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: theoaksmall.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Pizza Parlor

Welcome to the Sensory Studio. The theme this week is Pizza Parlor. Process art areas and Sensory stations will be ...

Studio Ghibli Fest presents The Boy and the Heron

After losing his mother during World War II, young Mahito moves to his family’s estate in the countryside. There, a ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Creativity Lab

Have fun exploring a different project each month: arts, crafts, science - you never know what we'll delve into next...Geared ...

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch Clay Turkey Craft

Bring your child to the Micanopy Branch Library at 2:00 p.m. on November 15th to make a special Thanksgiving craft. ...

Boathouse Riverfront: Milk and Cookies with Santa on the Water

All aboard the Pride of Palatka for a 45-minute river adventure with the jolliest captain of them all — Santa ...

Career Launch Intensive

Ready to launch into your DREAM career? Join Dream on Purpose and LYFEhouse as we host our seventh annual Career ...

Eastside presents The Crucible

Eastside presents The Crucible November 6-9, 13-15, 2025 | Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7 pm, Sunday & Saturday, November 15 ...

Fall Into Fun-Growing Greatness Festival & Fundraiser

Join the Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center for our Fall Into Fun – Growing Greatness Together Festival! Enjoy an afternoon ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Zone 1250 NE 18th Ave. G'ville 32609
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Florida Truth Center presents Charlotte's Web

Charlotte’s Web Based on the book by E.B. White Adapted by Joseph Robinette

Harn Museum Weekend Tours

3rd Saturday of Every Month from 2-3 pm Enjoy a friendly discussion about the museum’s exhibitions with a free Docent-led tour. ...

Santa Fe Saints Women's Basketball vs. Edward Waters JV

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Women's Basketball team!

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Gymnasium 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $5 General Admission | $3 Children under 12, Senior Citizens (55+), Veterans, UF & other college students w/ID | Free - SF Faculty, Staff, Students, & Retirees (W/ID) | Cash Only
  • Website: www.santafesaints.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Let It Snow

Come enjoy a "Music 360" experience for the whole family with Music 360: Let It Snow! This 30-minute full-dome show features ...

Pokemon TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Pokemon TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Balance 180 Forward Skill Clinic

Ready to roll forward into new skills? Join us on Saturday, November 15th from 4:00-6:00 PM for our Forward Skill ...

Makerie Workshop & Teen Program Open House

Our Teen Program / Makerie Workshop's Open House – THIS SATURDAY! Drop-in Anytime. If your family missed our Halloween build… ...

Mayhem Ranch Rodeo Fest

Join us for Mayhem Ranch Rodeo Fest, Professional Bull Riding, Bronc Riding & Mutton Bustin! Sanctioned by the Elite Bullriders ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: General Admission: $20 Online, $25 at the Gate (5 and under free for General Admission Only - Limited tickets sold each Day). Preferred Seating and VIP Experience also available.
  • Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball vs. The Potters House

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball team!

The Ice Cream Vault Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and Teen Hangout

Upstairs every Friday and Saturday from 4 pm-11 pm. Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and teens. Hangout area for the TEENS ...

Frog Song Organics Meet & Greet Fall Farm Dinner

Join us for an evening of grilling and chilling at the farm at our next Meet & Greet. It's a ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Mars One Thousand One

Mars One Thousand One is an immersive cinematic experience that follows an international crew of astronauts that is about to ...

Burn Survivor Benefit at Cypress & Grove Brewing Co.

Burn Benefit Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. is going to be epic this year! Featuring The Savants and Brian Ernst. Local ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. 1001 NW 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rosemary Hill Observatory Public Night Open House

Join the University of Florida Department of Astronomy for a night of stargazing and a tour of the observatory.

Eastside presents The Crucible

Eastside presents The Crucible November 6-9, 13-15, 2025 | Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7 pm, Sunday & Saturday, November 15 ...

Florida Truth Center presents Charlotte's Web

Charlotte’s Web Based on the book by E.B. White Adapted by Joseph Robinette

Gainesville Hurricane Players presents Clue on Stage: High School Edition

Murder, mystery, and mayhem come to Gainesville High! Join the Hurricane Players for Clue: On Stage (High School Edition) — ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Daughter of the Stars

Daughter of the Stars takes the audience on a journey with a First Nation, Native American story teller showcasing various ...

UF School of Music presents: Pirates and Other Adventures on the High Seas Opera

The School of Music presents: Pirates and Other Adventures on the High Seas Opera Thursday, November 13, 2025 7:20pm to 8:40pm Saturday, ...

Star Center Theatre presents The Trip to Bountiful

The Trip to Bountiful by Horton Foote Direction by Christian St. John Horton Foote’s moving play tells the story of Carrie Watts, ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609-3642
  • Cost: $22 General Admission, $20 Seniors/Military, $15 Students
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts