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Dad, Can We Talk? Dad Walk

Calling all dads, uncles, granddads, stepdads, and role models. We’re taking it outside again. Can’t wait for tomorrow. 3 straight years ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Fred Cone Park 2841 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Nowruz and International Festival

The Nowruz and International Festival celebrates both the Persian New Year as well as all cultures in attendance. Wear your ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Shoppes At Thornebrook 2441 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

One Love Cafe Rock Painting

Spring is almost here and it's beautiful to do some art outside! Bring your family and have a great time ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.instagram.com
  • Category: Family Fun

St. Patrick’s Day Kids' Day at 4th Ave Food Park

It’s time to get lucky at Kid’s Day! We’ll have balloon animals, face painting, live music, jewelry making, Lulu’s Gelato, ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4th Ave Food Park 409 SW 4th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Entry. Fee for some vendors.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

March Moo-dness at Critter Hills

We are THRILLED to announce our first-EVER public event at Critter Hills! Please join us on Sunday, March 17, from ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Critter Hills is 26022 NW CR 239, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: $12 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
  • 12:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $13.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kindred Homestead: Sunday Buttermilk Potluck

Come share food, fellowship, and the future with Magnus Dantzler and Elena Rosa of Kindred Homestead. We just moved in ...

The Hatchetbury Family Day

50% off for entire family with at least one thrower, age 17 or less. Use code: FAM50 at checkout If you’re ...

  • 1:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: The Hatchetbury Axe Throwing Bar: 213 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: 50% off for entire family with at least one thrower, age 17 or less. Use code: FAM50 at checkout
  • Website: thehatchetbury.com
  • Category: Family Fun

PunkOuter Games Pokemon Play & Trade

Join us new players and casual players for some easy to dive into Pokemon game play. All ages welcome!

  • 2:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: PunkOuter Games 13 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Archer First UMC WIC Cooking Class

Master WIC shopping with practical cooking! Attend our classes at Archer First UMC every 1st and 3rd Sunday, 4 pm. ...

Haile Village Bistro & Queen’s Arms Pub’s St. Patrick’s Day Block Party

Join us for our Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party! We can’t wait to host you on Sunday, March 17th ...

High Springs Brewing Company Monday Movie Night

Join us on Monday Nights for Monday Movie Night under the stars happening weekly!

  • 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot

Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
  • Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

La Leche League Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy Meeting

LLL Monthly Meetings 2024 Weekday Meeting - First Wednesday 9:30 a.m. One Love Cafe Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy Meeting - Third Tuesday 9:30 ...

  • 9:30 am 
  • Location: Trinity United Methodist Church 4000 NW 53rd Ave Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

LLL Monthly Meetings 2024 Weekday Meeting - First Wednesday 9:30 a.m. One Love Cafe Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy Meeting - Third Tuesday 9:30 ...

Alachua County Library Music & Movement at the Park

Join us at the Hogtown Creek Headwaters Park, inside the Nature Center to sing, dance, and make music at our ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park, 1500 Northwest 45th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Family Fun

Mossman Hall Every Tuesday Market

Join the Melrose community for a farmers market at Mossman Hall each Tuesday afternoon! Fruits and veggies, Meat and eggs, Baked ...

Gators Dockside Kids Night

Kids eat free per paying adult from 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm every Tuesday!

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Gators Dockside: 3842 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal
  • Website: gatorsdockside.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Grand Opening of Barnes & Noble At Butler Plaza

We're thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of Barnes & Noble (Barnes & Noble Gainesville FL) on Wednesday, March 20th! ...

O2BKids Homeschool Wednesday Program

Homeschool Wednesdays are back! The homeschool program is FREE to O2B Kids Family Members. They will enjoy meet-ups with other members ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: FREE to O2B Kids Family Members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Story Time at the Zoo

Join the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and the Alachua County Library every 3rd Wednesday of the month for Story ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Storytime is free. $10 for adults, $6 for children ages 4-12 and Seniors 60+, and free for children 3 and under. UF Students/Staff with Gator 1 card are also $6, and Zoo Members and Santa Fe College students, staff and faculty with SF ID are free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Skate Station Funworks Free Skating Wednesday in March

Something exciting for the month of March! Enjoy FREE SKATING Wednesdays, 3-5 pm for everyone 13 and under. Whether you're trying ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free for everyone 13 and under!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Community Visioning Workshop

Calling all neighbors!Join us for a workshop where your voice matters. It's time to shape the future of our community ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Mount Carmel Baptist Church 2505 NE 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Story Time at Depot Park

Join us for story time in the park - we'll see you on the main stage inside the playground! Weather ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Depot Park, 874 SE 4th Street, Gainesville FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Harn Museum Art After Dark

Enjoy extended hours at the Harn every Thursday until 9 pm. Dive into one of our exhibitions, unleash your creativity ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

Magnolia Ridge Easter Egg Hunt

This will be our 2nd annual Community Easter Egg Hunt Event Guaranteed to be bigger an better than the first. ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Magnolia Ridge Health & Rehabilitation 6517 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Santa Fe College Sing Into Spring

Our talented student chorus, ensembles and soloists will be accompanied by live music performed by our student musicians in an ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Fine Arts, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $9-$15
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Family Fun

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

LLL Monthly Meetings 2024 Weekday Meeting - First Wednesday 9:30 a.m. One Love Cafe Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy Meeting - Third Tuesday 9:30 ...

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER! Join ACT weekly for a walk and talk every Friday from 3 pm-4 pm at one ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: Funtastic Rate: $15, Equipment Rental: $8 (Sold at Check-in), Members shoot free
  • Website: www.eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Frisbee

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

  • 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate Station Funworks, 1311 Northwest 76th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $14.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bradford Strawberry Festival

The Annual Bradford County Strawberry Festival has food, entertainment, and fun!

Gilchrist County Chamber of Commerce: Suwanee Valley Quilt Festival

Quilts, Quilts, Quilts with Old Time Crafts, Demonstrations, Antiques, Food Trucks and much more!

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Trenton Train Depot SW corner of N Main St. & NW 4th Ave, Trenton, FL 32693
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kanapaha Botanical Spring Garden Festival

This is Gainesville's premier horticultural event. The Spring Garden Festival features over 100 booths offering plants, landscape displays, garden accessories, ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville FL 32608
  • Cost: $10 adults, $5 ages 5-13. Cash Only. $2 discount for members of Kanapaha. Admission is only good for one day and can not be used for both days.
  • Website: kanapaha.org
  • Category: Family Fun

O2B Kids- Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza

Join us for a family fun event and egg hunt! Family fun, carnival games, loads of candy and egg hunts ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: O2B Kids Supercenter, 7383 SW 17th Road Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free for members, $15/child for non-members, Adults free with child admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pancakes with a Ranger

This Saturday is FREE "Pancakes with a Ranger" at Ichetucknee Springs State Park from 9 AM to 10:30 AM. You ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park (south entrance) 12087 SW US Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
  • Cost: While breakfast is free, the $6/vehicle park entry fee is still required.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

STOMP the SWAMP for Autism

Join us at Gate 7 in the Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for the 15th Annual Stomp the Swamp for Autism! At ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: $20 (12 and Under Free)
  • Website: web.cvent.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Amber Brooke Farms Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt

Join us to celebrate Easter during our Easter Celebration on March 23rd, 24th, and 30th! The day will be filled ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Children 3-17: $15 - Advance purchase | $18 - The day of and at the door | 2 & Under & Adults are FREE
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bryer Patch Strawberry Festival

Come join us for our 1st Annual Strawberry Festival at The Bryer Patch! Our Strawberry Festival will be Saturday, March ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $10 admission fee per person. 2 & under are free. Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dudley Farm Historic State Park Tour

4th Saturday Tour -- Join us and discover an authentic working farm owned by the Dudleys from post Civil War ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Admission $5/per vehicle
  • Website: www.friendsofdudleyfarm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Easter Egg Hunt at Westside Baptist Church

This year’s Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, March 23rd. There are egg hunts for toddlers, preschool students, and elementary ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Westside Baptist Church, 10000 W. Newberry Road Gainesville Florida 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: westsidebaptist.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Florida Museum of Natural History Water Shapes Florida Exhibit Opening Celebration

Join us for the opening of our new permanent exhibit! Enjoy live entertainment, take part in water workshops, grab a ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

India Fest

Cultural event with food, fashion and cultural performances. The theme of India Fest 2024 is Sky is the limit. Come ...

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

Kirby Family Farm's Rock n Roll Easter Train

Join us for the 9th Rock-N-Roll Easter Train! Climb aboard our full size historical locomotive on Florida's largest private railroad, ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL. 32696
  • Cost: $15.99 contribution per person for ages 11 and up, $20 at the gate if available. For ages 3-10, $10.99 in advance, $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

PunkOuter Games Free RPG Day

Join us every Saturday for Free RPG Day. Play one-shot adventures from both Pathfinder and D&D Adventure League. Beginners and ...

Repurpose Project Kids Club

Join us for RP Kids Club, which includes storytime, a dance break, and open play and crafting time! Children of ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Repurpose Project Community Center - 1920 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Donations are welcome but not required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Star Martial Arts Easter Egg Hunt

Ready for Gainesville’s biggest egg hunt? Let's be honest, when you were a kid, you would go to an easter egg ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Martial Arts 500 NW 60th St, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free but registration is required!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Williston Spring Fest with Easter Bunny

The 2nd Annual Williston Spring Fest at Heritage Park in Downtown Williston promises a delightful day of family-friendly festivities. Amid ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Heritage Park in Downtown Williston 116 N Main Street, Williston, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

"Get After It" Performance Day + Grand American Launch Party

Let's Get AFTER IT! Bring the kiddos for the experience of watching the WHEELIE WIZARD do his magic! Live Motorcycle ...

AUK Market Kids Art Fest

AUK Market is excited to host our first ever Kids Art Fest pop-up event! Come check out stellar, creative goods ...

Amvets Post 444: Kids Easter Party

Kid's Easter Party from 11 am to 1:30 pm. We will have Bell's Barnyard Babies Petting Zoo on site from ...

Careers in Green Jobs

Join us this Saturday, March 23rd, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for this community event at the SWAG Family ...

Face Painting & Arthur Story Time at Barnes & Noble

What's D.W. up to this time? Find out at Story Time with Arthur at Barnes & Noble, Butler Plaza! Plus, ...

Mayhem Ranch - Easter on the Farm

Join us for our Third Annual Easter on the Farm! Get ready for a day filled with egg-citing activities, from ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Mayhem Ranch, 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL 32668
  • Cost: Pre-Sale Tickets: $12 per person, 2 and under Free! $15 at the gate, if available. Tickets will be limited each day!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Northwest Baptist Church Easter Eggstravaganza

Families bring your children, grandchildren and friends to NW Baptist’s Easter Eggstravaganza! Join us for an Easter egg hunt, candy, ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Northwest Baptist Church 5514 NW 23rd Avenue, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Regal Saturday Morning Kids Flicks: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

Regal is making it easier than ever to plan a fun Saturday morning with your kids. On Saturdays, we’re showing ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Local Regal Locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $2 a ticket at the first showtime of the day
  • Website: www.regmovies.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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $9/skater
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Latina Women’s League Bilingual Children's Storytelling

Did you know that children have the ability to learn another language at a young age? Latina Women’s League offers ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: UF HealthStreet 2411 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608-1305
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Raceway Easter Egg Hunt

Hop into the fun! Join us for our eggs-traordinary Easter Egg Hunt! Get ready for an exciting day filled with ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Community Egg Hunt

Bring the Kids for an egg hunt at the church and Enjoy Fellowship with our Church Family! Invite your friends ...

Chiefland Methodist Church Easter Carnival

A Free Community Event! Inflatables, Candy, Easter Egg Hunt (4:45 pm), Games, Popcorn and more! Spread the word and let's ...

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 ...

Taste The World - International Food Festival at First Magnitude

Come take a culinary trip with us right from our beer garden at our first ever Taste the World International ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Tickets are $50 ($25 students/limited)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Frisbee

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