Calendar - Fun 4 Gator Kids

Family events, kids activities and parenting resources in the Gainesville area!

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot

Florida Museum of Natural History Reopening

Florida Museum of Natural History Plant for Pollinators 2026

Florida Credit Union Youth Accounts 2026

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Family events, kids activities and parenting resources in the Gainesville area!

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October 9

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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

UF Homecoming & Gator Growl- Gator Gallop 'Fun Run'

Gator Gallop is a 2-mile fun run through the University of Florida’s campus and along the parade route before the ...

9:00 am
Location: Plaza of the Americas (University of Florida) Gainesville, FL 32603
Cost: $18: Ages 5-15 | $27: Ages 16 100
Website: www.gatorgrowl.org
Category: Family Fun

UF Homecoming Festival

The Homecoming Festival is a campus tradition that brings together the Gainesville community and UF students to celebrate and support ...

9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Plaza of the Americas (University of Florida) Gainesville, FL 32603
Cost: free
Website: www.gatorgrowl.org
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 per hour
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, October 2, 2026 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Prairie Creek Preserve ...

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
Cost: free
Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
Category: Family Fun

Kids’ Fall Wildflower Walk

When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. New this fall, we're hosting a shorter, kid-focused ...

10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Morningside Nature Center, 3540 E. University Ave., 32641
Cost: free
Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
Category: Family Fun

Newberry Lions Roaring Retro Market

Antiques, uniques, collectibles, crafts and more!

10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Location: Alachua County Agriculture & Equestrian Center, 23100 W. Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL
Cost: Free parking and admission
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun

UF Homecoming Parade

Here at the University of Florida, we are excited to present the largest student-run parade in the nation! This year’s ...

12:00 pm
Location: 13th St. and University Ave., Gainesville, FL
Cost: free
Website: www.gatorgrowl.org
Category: Family Fun

Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days at Hollow Oaks Corn Maze

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

1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669-5219
Cost: Adults $15, children (ages 4-12) $12. Under 3 free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun

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 ...

3:00 pm - 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

North Central Florida Community Center: Friday Night at the Center-UF Homecoming Night

Bring your picnic blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy an evening with your neighbors. We will have food trucks, entertainment, ...

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
Cost: Free Admission
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun

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 ...

5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 20015 West Newberry Road, Newberry, Florida 32669
Cost: See costs in description
Website: newberrycornfieldmaze.com
Category: Family Fun

Chomp the Block at Celebration Pointe

Football season is BACK, and Celebration Pointe is ready to kick it off with six unforgettable Friday nights of Gator ...

5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Celebration Pointe Northwest Corner of I-75 And Archer Rd, Gainesville, Florida 32608
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun

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

Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays

Join us every Friday for a great night of shooting and games! Tic-Tac-Toe, Battle Ship, Bowling with Bows, you name ...

6:00 pm - 7:45 pm
Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
Cost: Funtastic Rate $15, Equipment Rental $8 (Sold at Check-in), Facility Members and Club Members shoot free, price will be discounted at checkout.
Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
Category: Family Fun

Historic Micanopy Ghost Tour

Join us for a spooky evening exploring the haunted streets of Micanopy. Our knowledgeable guide will lead you on a ...

6:00 pm
Location: 706 Northeast Cholokka Boulevard Micanopy, FL 32667
Cost: $9-$18
Website: www.eventbrite.com
Category: Family Fun

Hollow Oaks Corn Maze

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

6:00 pm - 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

Zip at Haile Quarry Haunted HayRide

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

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: 3975 NW County Road 235, Newberry, FL 32669
Cost: $10, $5 for children 12 and under
Website: www.ziphailequarry.com
Category: Family Fun

Flip Factory Zone Friday Night Lights

Friday Teen Night! New trampolines, rolling log, balance beam, battle beam, Euro trampolines, basketball, wipeout, kidzone, target dodgeball, sky coaster, ...