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Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show

The Alachua County Youth Fair & Livestock Show Association is a non-profit organization that conducts and operates public fairs and ...

  • 7:30 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Agricultural & Equestrian Center: 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.acyfls.com
  • Category: 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: 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: Free

Fort White Car Show for Cystic Fibrosis

Our Annual Car Shows are back! New location- Open Door Church Ministry on Hwy 27 next to Fort White Farm ...

  • 8:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Open Door Church Ministry - 8939 US-27, Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: Spectators are free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Exploring Aviation Young Eagles Rally

Bring the family out for some aviation fun! Free airplane rides for kids 8-17! Static aircraft to see up close, ...

  • 8:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 2397 SW Sisters Welcome Rd, Lake City, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: eaachapters.org
  • Category: 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 ...

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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 150 SW 129th Ter, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Habitat Ocala Strawberry Festival

A Berry-Good Time! Festival hosted by Habitat for Humanity of Marion County featuring live music, entertainment, vendors, food, & STRAWBERRIES. ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: McPherson Complex 601 SE 25th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: FREE admission, Parking is $5 per vehicle
  • Website: habitatocala.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Morningside Nature Center 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Free

Partnership for Strong Families, Inc. Foster and Adoptive Parent Training Classes

We are now enrolling families in our 2026 classes! This training fulfills the state requirement for all foster and adoptive ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Online Event
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.pfsf.org
  • Category: Free

The Home Depot Kids Workshops

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

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Local Home Depot Store Locations
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.homedepot.com
  • Category: Free

UF IFAS Family Day at the Dairy Farm

Join us on March 7th at the UF/IFAS Family Day at the Dairy Farm! This FREE event welcomes you and ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 13515 NW County Road 237, Alachua, FL 32615-5834
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students

The University of Florida Math Circle is a free service to the Gainesville community that offers fun math activities for ...

  • 9:00 am -  9:55 am 
  • Location: Little Hall-Room 225, 1400 Stadium Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: circle.math.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Young Birders Club Walk (Alachua Audubon Society) - Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve

Meet trip leader Maggie Paxson in the parking area for Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve, Co Rd 325, South of State Rd ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve, Co Rd 325, South of State Rd 20, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: alachuaaudubon.org
  • Category: Free

CP Soccer North Florida

CP Soccer is building a national league for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic brain injury, who are ambulatory ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Abby Womback Park 4501 SW 20th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

India Fest

A fun-filled, day-long celebration showcasing Indian culture through vibrant food, music, and dance—an event not to be missed.

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

UF College of Nursing: North Central Florida Health Festival

The University of Florida College of Nursing is proud to announce the inaugural North Central Florida Health Festival, a free, ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

University of Florida Math Circle: Main Circle

The University of Florida Math Circle is a free service to the Gainesville community that offers fun math activities for ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Little Hall-Room 225, 1400 Stadium Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: circle.math.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

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, ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Future Healers & Change-Makers: A Panel for STEM Careers in Health & Action

There is something powerful about a young girl seeing a woman who looks like her thriving in science or medicine. It ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Get ready for a musical extravaganza! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses music to ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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. ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3728 SW Archer Rd Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

City of Gainesville Summer Blitz

Find the right summer program in one place, with more than 30 organizations offering enrollment opportunities. Programs span arts, STEM, ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center, 1028 NE 14th St., Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Colsie Mom Meet Up and Easter Kids Craft

Come hang out with us for a relaxed morning together! This meetup is all about connecting with other moms, enjoying ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Colsie Coffee 23519 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 20307 NW C.R. 235A, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: bring carrots to feed the horses
  • Website: millcreekfarm.org
  • Category: Free

SWAG Community Family Fun Day

Join us for Family Fun Day- an afternoon of games, activities, food, music and family-friendly fun! This event is a ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: SWAG Resource Center 807 SW 64th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Little Party People Expo

Calling all parents, party planners, and fun-seekers! Join us on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 11 AM–3 PM at The ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Luxe Creative Space 2444 NE 1st Blvd. Suite 800, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Mount Carmel Baptist Church 2505 NE 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Headquarters Library

Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend. Ripley, a chihuahua therapy dog, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Youth Services Area) 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Archer Cultural Progressive Organization: Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Banquet

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of honoring service, leadership, and community excellence. Food, prizes, children’s book signing and more! Program ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Community Center 16671 SW 137th Ave, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

UF Women's Lacrosse vs Mercer University

Florida Gators Women's Lacrosse vs Mercer University

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Donald R. Dizney Stadium Hull Rd & Natural Area Dr, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Free

Nowruz and International Festival

Join us for the 4th Nowruz & International Festival on March 7, 2026, from 1 pm to 6 pm! Last ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606-6676
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Repurpose Project Clothing Swap

Join us Saturday, March 7th from 1:00-4:00 at the Repurpose Project Community Center for our monthly Clothing Swap! Bring up to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1920 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: Free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Santa Fe Saints Softball vs. Indian River State College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Softball team! Games 1 pm and 3 pm

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.santafesaints.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Play-Doh Power-Light Up Circuits

Join us for a fun afternoon of STEAM activities led by students from the University of Florida! We will have ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch Library (Room A) 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

City of Gainesville Downtown Spring Market Series

Join us this spring at The Streatery for Gainesville’s Downtown Spring Market Series. Beginning Friday, March 6, area vendors, food, ...

Bristol Oaks: Family Movie Night on the Farm

Join us for an unforgettable evening of fresh air, farm charm, and family fun at Bristol Oaks! Bring your lawn chairs ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1800 State Road 100, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: $10 per person; $32 Family 4 Pack, Children 2 & under are FREE. Advance tickets only.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Buchholz Bobcat Bonanza

Join Tioga Town Center and Buchholz High School on Saturday, March 7th for Bobcat Bonanza, a fundraising event for Dance ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Tioga Town Center Stage, 13085 SW 1 Ln, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.tiogatowncenter.com
  • Category: Free

Music and Food Truck Festival

Live music, family games, pop-up market, and more!

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Celebration Pointe, 4249 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

Star Center Theatre Gypsy: A Musical Fable Auditions

The celebrated score by Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim boasts one glorious hit after another, including “Everything's Coming Up Roses,” ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Center Theatre, 11 NE 23rd Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32609
  • Cost: No cost to audition
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free