Calendar - Fun 4 Gator Kids

August 14

Advance Auto Parts Newberry Grand Opening

3 big days! One big celebration! August 14-16, 2026 Friday at 7:30 am Free Two Sisters Coffee Pull raffle winner for the Zip at ...

7:30 am
Location: 24093 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
Cost: Free Admission
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Balance180 Gym Open Play

Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...

9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics

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 ...

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
Cost: See website for pricing
Website: suncountrysports.com
Category: Ongoing Programs

Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab

Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...

10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
Cost: Free with museum admission
Website: cademuseum.org
Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville’s Back to School Fair

Supporting Our Community Together! Join us for our Back-to-School Fair, a fun-filled community event that brings families and local businesses ...

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 7400 SW 41st Place, Gainesville, FL 32606
Cost: Event is free for everyone!
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Other, Free

Springs Hopper Shuttle

These are the OFFICIAL 2026 Springs Hopper Shuttle dates: July: 7/3 • 7/4 • 7/10 • 7/11 • 7/17 • 7/18 • ...

11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Location: High Springs, FL
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free

Dave's New York Deli Chess Club

Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free

Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2

Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
Cost: $12.00/class
Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Sunny’s Try-It! Day

Wondering which program is the perfect fit for your child? Sunny’s Try-It Day is the perfect chance for kids ages ...

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
Cost: Cost is $4 per 20-minute sample class–sign up for multiple sessions!
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

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, Ongoing Programs

Star Martial Arts Parent’s Night Out Minion Mayhem

Need a night off? We’ve got you covered! Parent’s Night Out is one of our most popular events- a themed, ...

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Star Martial Arts 500 NW 60th St, Gainesville, FL 32607
Cost: $10
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Other

City of Gainesville Free Fridays Concert Series

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features local and regional musical talent at the Bo Diddley Plaza. ...

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
Cost: free
Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free

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, ...

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: 7400 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville FL 32605
Cost: $13 extreme package
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)

Join James Albury, host of "The Sky Above Us" and former co-host of the PBS TV Show "Star Gazers" as ...

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
Cost: $7.19 for Adults (13-59), $6.17 for Children (4-12), Seniors (60+), UF Affiliates, Military and First Responders
Website: www.showpass.com
Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Tours/Informational