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Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

West End Community parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Alachua County Heart Walk

Please join us on Saturday, October 3, for the 2026 Alachua County Heart Walk, chaired by Steve Datkuliak, City President ...

American Legion Auxiliary Newberry Unit #149 Fall Craft Fair

We are a nonprofit organization that works with veterans and the community. We would love to do this event for ...

Exploring Aviation Young Eagles Rally

EAA Chapter 797 is having another Young Eagles Rally! We will have the rockets and simulator on site to make ...

Florida Gators Softball Elite Prospect Camp

The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following Fall and Winter Camps for 2026 at the home ...

Kids4Kids Triathlon

Come join us on October 3, 2026, for the 16th Kids4KidsTriathlon at Albert "Ray" Massey Park (currently Westside Park) to ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Albert Ray Massey (Westside) Park, 1001 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: $50 a child, $45 additional child. After 9/18/26- All entries $60
  • Website: www.kids4kidstri.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Newberry Run Club: Fun Run (All runners)

It's official! The Newberry Run Club will start meeting next week. There will be 2 programs for the community. The ...

Pigs & Pumpkins Sanctuary Open House

Don't forget to bring a pumpkin to share with our rescued residents! It's the highlight of the day for many ...

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 ...

Alachua Conservation Trust Freshwater Fish and Critters of North Central Florida

Come and join Alachua Conservation Trust at Santa Fe River Preserve to learn about the freshwater fish and critters of ...

Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch

Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child returns October 2nd-31st. For years, our community has proven that a simple pumpkin can ...

  • 9:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
  • Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats

A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

Fall Wildflower Walks

When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. Put on your comfortable walking shoes and ...

Gainesville Cars & Coffee at Tioga

Join us the first Saturday of every month from 9-11 am for Gainesville Cars & Coffee! This family-friendly car meet ...

Living History Saturday at Morningside Nature Center

First Saturday of the month September–May, from 9 am–1 pm at the Living History Farm. Step back in time at ...

Plant for Pollinators: Bees and Trees

We’re joining the City of Gainesville at Evergreen Cemetery & Arboretum for a special edition of Plant for Pollinators! We’re ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Evergreen Cemetery 401 SE 21st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32627-0490
  • Cost: This event is FREE but pre-registration is required.
  • Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Saturday Nature Walk at Wildflowers Park

Start your weekend with a peaceful morning in the woods. Every Saturday at 9 am, WildFlowers Park in Melrose welcomes ...

The Home Depot Kids Workshops - Witch Candy Box

Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month ...

Wilmot Botanical Gardens Fall Plant Sale

Please join us for family fun at the Fall Plant Sale at Wilmot Botanical Gardens. We will have a variety ...

Easton Newberry Sports Archery Tournament 201

T201 - Learning Competition This free training opportunity is open to all students currently registered for classes. Coaches will be available ...

Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration

We’re looking for new bowlers to join our youth league! 1st day of league: August 15, 2026 at 9:30 am Juniors $12/week ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball

A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...

The Lynx Tails Story Time

Join us for our weekly family story time, The Lynx Tails! We'll open our doors a few minutes early and ...

We Are Free Power Hour: A Family Celebration of Reading, Creativity, And Free Expression

Join author and attorney Dr. Allison Matulli ("Dr. Ally" as the kiddos call her) and PEN America for an interactive, ...

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 per hour
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

2nd & Charles Fall Reveal

Kids Halloween Books 5 for $15 Fiction 5 for $15 Spooky Season Deals Pop Culture collectibles and blind packs Vinyl albums

  • 10:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2nd & Charles 2601 NW 13th St, # 2601, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sales Events

Bryer Patch Fall Fun on the Farm

Your weekend plans are looking a little more pumpkin-filled! Join us at The Bryer Patch or fall fun on the ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $10 for ages 13 and up, $8 for children ages 3–12, and free for children 2 and under!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Central Florida Peanut Festival

Mark your calendars for our 37th annual Peanut Festival. Things to look forward to: Photo contest Peanut King & Queen Pageant BIG CASH GIVEAWAY Train ...

  • 10:00 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

Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival and Corn Maze

Join us on the farm for food, fun, and games! Farmstore: - Honey - Handmade Crafts - DeConna Ice Cream Bee Encounter - A ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies

PeeWee Adventures Return to Saturdays on the Farm! Perfect for our littlest guests! Enjoy time grooming and feeding treats to ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour

We have a guided tour the first Saturday of every month at 10 am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Oktoberfest at Cypress & Grove

Raise a stein at Cypress & Grove’s all-day Oktoberfest! Start with brunch and coffee, catch the Gators on the road, ...

  • 10:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. 1001 NW 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Red House Ranch Fall Festival

With 25 Activities Included in admission! New! RC Power Pit -Karson’s Wild West Show and Pig Races -Crop Maze -Pony Rides -Hayride to Feed Cows -Pasture ...

Studio TM Mommy + Me: Spooky Season Pumpkins

Saturday, October 3 at 10 am Saturday, October 17 at 10 am Saturday, October 24 at 10 am Parents - bring your little ...

The Autumn Edit at CountryWay

The Autumn Edit is coming to CountryWay Town Square this fall. Join us Saturday, October 3rd from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM for ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1739 SW 248th Dr. Suite 20, Newberry, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Thornebrook Fall Arts Festival

Experience the Magic of Art in the Heart of Gainesville! Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Thornebrook Village, 2441 NW 43rd Street in Gainesville FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement (Saturday Special) - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Saturday Special Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Future Stars: Orange Ball 1

Clinic for older beginners or those new to the game. Focus on correct grips, ready position, shadow strokes, forehands, backhands, ...

Tioga Oktoberfest at West End Tavern

West End Tavern will be hosting Oktoberfest again this year, on Saturday, October 3rd, starting at 10:45 am!

Alachua County Library Saturday Story Time

Story Time is a fun-filled and interactive program with activities such as storytelling, rhymes, dance, singing, sign language, and more. ...

Alachua County Newberry Branch Spanish for Kids

Toddlers and preschoolers can take their first steps toward learning Spanish! A fluent Spanish speaker will teach the basics using ...

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Storytime

Join us for our weekly children's storytime event at 11 AM every Saturday morning! We will read a favorite picture ...

Branford Farm Stand Fall Harvest

We Can’t Wait To Show You What We Have Planned This Year! Mark your calendars for our Fall Harvest Festival, ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 27687 US-129, Branford, FL, 32008
  • Cost: $12 for adults, $10 kids (3-12), 2 & under are free!
  • Website: www.branfordfarmstand.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fall Festival at Landscapes Unlimited Nursery

Join us for live music, local vendors, The Greek's Grill food truck and of course..plants!

Fresh Pick’n U-PIK

Welcome to Fresh Pick’n U-PIK — a place to pick fresh, pick local & make memories! We will have live ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 237 NE 11th Ave., Trenton, FL, 32693
  • Cost: $12 general admission. Two and under Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

High Springs Museum Open Day

The High Springs Historical Society Museum is open every Saturday 11 am to 4 pm. The museum is located behind ...

Hollow Oaks Corn Maze

Come spend some family fun time at Hollow Oaks Corn Maze this fall. We will have several fun activities for ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 18005 NW 190th Avenue, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: $15 age 13-Adult, $12 ages 4-12, Free ages 0-3
  • Website: www.hollowoakscornmaze.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Milky Moo Grand Opening at the Oaks Mall

Milky Moo is officially opening at The Oaks Mall on Saturday, October 3rd, and they’re celebrating big! Grand Opening Special! Buy 1 ...

Mill Creek Farm Retirement Home for Horses

Bring a bag (or bags) of carrots to feed the horses on Saturdays! The Retirement Home for Horses provides lifetime ...

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

School is back in session for Alachua County, and the Saturday Academy at Mount Carmel Baptist Church is preparing to ...

Promise & Purpose Foundation: Family Wellness & Resource Day

Promise & Purpose Foundation is excited to announce our upcoming Family Wellness & Resource Day, proudly sponsored by the Children’s ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Eastside Rec Center 2883 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641-6034
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Skate Station Funworks Roller Skating Lessons

You are never too young or old to Learn to Skate! Skate Station Funworks offers a skating lesson program on ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball

Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...

Sun Country Sports Center Splash Jam

All kids aged 3 and above are invited to join us at Splash Jam for some additional pool time! Splash ...

Community Spring Block Party

Get ready, Gainesville! Community Spring is throwing our first Annual Block Party, and you’re officially invited to the bash of ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: NW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: General Admission $5 | VIP Experience $25
  • Website: www.csgnv.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Pride Festival

Get ready Gainesville! Join us at Bo Diddley Plaza for our annual day-long Pride Festival as we gather to celebrate, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Oktoberfest at Homestead Park

Fun for all ages! • Festive food and drink specials • Pint holding contest • Beer flights • Cigars!

  • 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd, Williston, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ontreasure.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Sun Country Sports Center Ninja Jam

Ninja Jam is the perfect option for your child if you don’t want to commit to regularly scheduled class or ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions: Yellow Ball 1

For players aiming to play tournaments, high school tennis, or higher. Emphasizes match play and competitive readiness. Tuesday 5:00 PM to ...

Cade Museum Engineering Workshop

Embark on a journey of innovation and exploration with The Engineering Workshop at the Cade Museum. Each session brings a ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Each session is $15 per student with Members receiving a discount.
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Fly-In Studio Saturdays

Welcome to our new Saturday Workshop in Downtown Newberry! Open Studio Come find out what fun stuff will be available ...

IndepenDance Studio Squishy Day

IndepenDANCE Studio is hosting our 1st Annual Squishy Day and we’re bringing together all the squishing, swapping, collecting and fun ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 13537 NW 1st Ln, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $39 per participant
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Painting with a Twist: Glow Animals

Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...

Repurpose Project Clothing Swap - Halloween Edition

October’s Clothing (and Costume!) Swap is just around the corner! This is a free event where folks can bring up ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

Join us in our unique Waldo ArtSpace for arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

Santa Fe Saints Volleyball vs. Miami Dade College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Volleyball team!

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Gymnasium 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $5 for general admission; children under 12, senior citizens, veterans, and UF and other college students with ID get in for $3; and SF students, faculty, staff and retirees are free with a valid SFID card.
  • Website: www.santafesaints.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Studio TM Spooky Nights Family Parties-Monster Mugs

Saturday, October 3 (Monster Mugs) at 2 pm Friday, October 23 (Haunted Houses) at 2 pm Saturday, October 24 (Pumpkins) at 2 ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: DINOSAURS A Story of Survival

Like almost all children, Celeste is fascinated with dinosaurs. She is preparing a talk for her class about how they ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beyoncé

As one of the most awarded and best-selling artists of all time, Beyoncé is acclaimed for her thrilling vocals, videos ...

Pokemon TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Pokemon TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beatles

From their beginnings revolutionizing rock n roll, to their psychedelic era, Laser Beatles visualizes The Beatles’ music with energy and ...

M2 Battle Sports Newberry Open Play Saturdays

Open Play at 4:45 pm and 7:45 pm. M2 Battlesports Newberry is located at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex and offers ...

Marion County Parks & Recreation Carnival

Come one, come all to Marion County Parks & Recreation's 8th Annual Carnival! Join us for an evening of fall fun ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Newberry Cornfield Maze at Hodge Farm

Step into the shadows of the Newberry Cornfield Maze—where every twist and turn could be your last! But the terror ...

Peanut Patch and Corn Maze Season of Screams

Season of Screams at The Peanut Patch & Corn Maze, Gainesville Florida's Haunted House, Haunted Hayride & Haunted Corn Maze. ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 8656 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: Adult Admission: $20 cash at event or $25 online | Children under 11: $15 cash at the event or $18 online
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Denmark Acres Fall Festival

Lots of fun for all of the family. Gem Mining with a great selection of gems, petting zoo with pony ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Denmark Acres 825 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
  • Cost: $15 per person (tax included) Ages 2 & under free
  • Website: denmarkacres.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Florida Gators Softball Fall Camps

The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following Fall and Winter Camps for 2026 at the home ...

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Zip at Haile Quarry Haunted HayRide

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER! Join us for a frightfully fun night! Happening every Friday and Saturday in October.

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents Songs for a New World

It's about one moment. It's about hitting the wall and having to make a choice... or take a stand... or ...

Kirby Family Farm Lost Railroad Scary Train

A Scary Train ride and more nerve rattling, heart pumping, exciting experiences including woods trails, haunted houses, and other mazes ...

Nightmare Oaks Haunted Trail

Journey through haunted woods, abandoned buildings, and forgotten places where live actors, cinematic sets, immersive sound, and unexpected scares bring ...

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Finding Neverland

FINDING NEVERLAND is a breathtaking musical adventure about the power of imagination and the courage to dream. Inspired by the ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets $25, Senior/Student Tickets $20, Children 12 and under Tickets $15
  • Website: app.arts-people.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Tachonhy Entertainment presents Fear Circus

Step into the darkness and experience Fear Circus a thrilling live production where circus entertainment meets the world of horror. ...

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