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Gainesville Cars and Coffee

We meet the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Whole Foods parking lot look for the BMWCCA tent to ...

GFAA Artist Studio Tour

The GFAA Artist Studio Tour returns this July. This self-guided tour through working artist studios in and around Gainesville, Florida ...

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park is open to the public on community days. In an effort to support the families ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: Admission is $18 per person, and children 3 years old and under get in for free.
  • Website: www.kulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

One Love Cafe Rock Painting

Bring your family and have a great time while you paint rocks on select Sundays. All materials will be supplied, ...

Trinity's Day Spa: Storytime, Meet & Greet with Mermaid Princess

Let your little ones experience the magic of meeting their favorite fairytale character and divide into a magical adventure at ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Trinity’s Day Spa Pampering For Kids (Thornebrook Village) 2441 NW 43rd St, Suite 11B, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $20 per child (+one free adult entry)
  • Website: www.brittreneecreative.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Alachua County Library: Marvelous Makers Craft Club at Alachua Branch

Have a crafting hobby that you enjoy? Come hang out with us while you work on a project! If you enjoy ...

Gainesville Bouncers Play with Bluey

Come Join us with Bluey and Play! At Gainesville Bouncers, we believe that play is a powerful tool for children's ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Bouncers 3401 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Day passes are $16 per child (online purchase save $2)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Painting with a Twist: Baby Gator

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

PunkOuter Games Pokemon Play & Trade

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

Star Center Theatre: Son vs Parents, An Original One-Act Play

SON VS PARENTS - an original short play - July 13 - 8 PM and July 14 - 3 PM An ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Princess Mononoke

From the legendary Studio Ghibli and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki comes an epic masterpiece that has dazzled audiences worldwide ...

PunkOuter Games Kids D&D Adventure League

Join us for magical adventures in Kids D&D Adventure League. Each week our DM will run an adventure gear towards ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: PunkOuter Games 13 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Entry is $15 per child for a single guest session or $50 per month league membership
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Other

Worldwide Rollout Day

It’s simple, all wheels, all inclusive, rolling together all over the world. Established by @Skatefantacee in 2020, during the height ...

Gator Junior Golf: Summer Junior Golf Tour

Gator Junior Golf is excited to continue offering junior golf tournaments in Gainesville, Live Oak, Dunnellon, and Lake City this ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: see description for exact locations
  • Cost: 9 hole flights: $35 per event ($50 for Juliette Falls) | 18 hole flights: $50 per event ($70 for Juliette Falls)
  • Website: gjgt.org
  • Category: Pageants/Competitions

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Every week this summer a different Pokémon will be hidden in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Summer at the Library: Fire Rescue Visit

The Alachua County Fire Rescue will be visiting the library to provide a safety presentation and bringing a Fire Rescue ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Children's Space, Outdoor Program Area) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Free Movie Day - Classic Musical Club Event

Join us for our first in-person Classic Musical Club event, open to anyone! We've been hosting these events online since ...

Gainesville Gaviatas Mermaid Camp

Join us this summer for our Summer Mermaids program! No experience necessary, this is the perfect opportunity for new athletes ...

High Springs Brewing Company Monday Movie Night

Join us on Monday Nights for Monday Movie Night happening weekly! Bring a comfy chair and be ready to enjoy ...

Newberry Parks and Recreation Open Gym Nights

Summer is here and we're excited to give kids an opportunity to stay active throughout their "off season" with our ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Studio Ghibli Fest Princess Mononoke

From the legendary Studio Ghibli and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki comes an epic masterpiece that has dazzled audiences worldwide ...

Summer at the Library: Florida Wildlife Safari Scavenger Hunt

Embark on an exciting adventure exploring Florida's wildlife and enjoy identifying some of our local animals with the Archer Branch ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Every week this summer a different Pokémon will be hidden in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch

Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Summer at the Library: Reading in Motion SeanTmusic

Blend poetry and rhythm with global drums for a captivating engagement with the written word. Reading in Motion is a dynamic ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Micanopy Branch Dance Hall 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Family Promise of Gainesville Youth Career Expo

Any high school or 1st year college students interested in the Medical Field don't miss out on the Career Expo ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Family Nutrition Workshops

Come explore nutrition and literacy through fun, family friendly activities in this four part series! This program is in partnership ...

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. | Fourth Friday at 10:30 a.m. Zoom

Summer at the Library: Reading in Motion SeanTmusic

Blend poetry and rhythm with global drums for a captivating engagement with the written word. Reading in Motion is a dynamic ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Hawthorne Hub

Hawthorne’s activity central every Tuesday after school 3 and 4 pm: Impossible to be late! Join us for arts/crafts, board & ...

Alachua County Library Partners in Crime-Solving

Prepare to investigate the unsolved mystery of the largest art heist in history. Join a Gainesville Police Department (GPD) Forensic ...

We Rock Gainesville- Camper Showcase

Camper showcase! Saturday 7/13 @4pm-6pm. Location: THE WOOLY

Gators Dockside Kids Night

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

Studio Ghibli Fest Princess Mononoke

From the legendary Studio Ghibli and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki comes an epic masterpiece that has dazzled audiences worldwide ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: Lil' Equestrians Pony Rides

Pony Rides Available by Registration Only! Ages 18 months to 8 years of age are welcome to participate! Pre-register your child ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 12227 SW 274th St. Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $15/participant. Must preregister, no day of drop ins!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Other

Summer at the Library: Florida Wildlife Safari Scavenger Hunt

Embark on an exciting adventure exploring Florida's wildlife and enjoy identifying some of our local animals with the Archer Branch ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Every week this summer a different Pokémon will be hidden in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Stories and music for children and their caregivers, plus you'll learn a sign or ...

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 - 11:00 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, Ongoing Programs, Free

Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Summer at the Library: Science Surprises

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomenon and how they ...

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Alachua Branch

Our therapy dogs love to hear a good story! Children will have fun reading to a dog and will feel more ...

Alachua County Library: LegoSpace at Headquarters Branch

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Summer at the Library: Science Surprises

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomenon and how they ...

Summer at the Library: Summer of Science

Come join us as we discover adventure through science! Each week will feature a scientific concept we'll explore through experiments ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch Meeting Room: 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Whatchamacallit Wednesdays

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: arts & crafts, MakerSpace, ...

Gainesville Gaviatas Mermaid Camp

Join us this summer for our Summer Mermaids program! No experience necessary, this is the perfect opportunity for new athletes ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Studio Ghibli Fest Princess Mononoke

From the legendary Studio Ghibli and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki comes an epic masterpiece that has dazzled audiences worldwide ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Summer at the Library: Florida Wildlife Safari Scavenger Hunt

Embark on an exciting adventure exploring Florida's wildlife and enjoy identifying some of our local animals with the Archer Branch ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Every week this summer a different Pokémon will be hidden in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

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

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Story Time

Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun. Story Time is a ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Library Partnership Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us for 30 minutes of fun! Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at ...

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch Story Time at the Library

Join us for Story Time at the Micanopy Library with songs, stories, and a fun preschool craft to take home. ...

Summer at the Library: Animal Tales Zoofari Earth

Join Animal Tales for our Zoofari Earth program! Be transported around the globe to six different continents with six different exotic ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A, Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Bats at the Library

Visit with real, live bats and flying foxes from the Lubee Bat Conservancy! Lubee Bat Conservancy is a non-profit organization ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch Meeting Room: 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Reading in Motion SeanTmusic

Blend poetry and rhythm with global drums for a captivating engagement with the written word. Reading in Motion is a dynamic ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Branch Meeting Room 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Reading in Motion SeanTmusic

Blend poetry and rhythm with global drums for a captivating engagement with the written word. Reading in Motion is a dynamic ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Read with a Dog

Join us in the children's area for Read with a Dog! Therapy dogs love to hear a good story. Children will ...

Harn Museum Art Cart

Participate in an art experience! The Art Cart offers art activities, tactile opportunities, games and more for visitors of all ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Summer at the Library: Animal Tales Zoofari Earth

Join Animal Tales for our Zoofari Earth program! Be transported around the globe to six different continents with six different exotic ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Summer STEAM Time

Join us in the Storywoods room every Thursday for Summer STEAM Time! Play, learn, and create with us as we keep ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up in our unique Waldo Artspace.

Micanopy Academy: Popsicles with the Principals

Join us for Popsicles with the Principals! Tour the campus! Mingle with current families! Meet your admin team!

Alachua County LIGHT Application

Want to earn money while you learn?! Will you be in 9th, 10th, or 11th grade for the 2024-2025 school ...

Community Event: Game Night at Good News Arts (Every 3rd Thursday)

Every Third Thursday All ages are welcome to join us for Game Night at Good News Arts! Bring your own ...

Newberry Parks and Recreation Open Gym Nights

Summer is here and we're excited to give kids an opportunity to stay active throughout their "off season" with our ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

Community Event: Good News Arts Fiber Arts Circle (Every 3rd Friday)

Join us at Good News Arts for a casual open session for anyone interested in knitting, crocheting, or doing embroidery ...

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: Lil' Equestrians Pony Rides

Pony Rides Available by Registration Only! Ages 18 months to 8 years of age are welcome to participate! Pre-register your child ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 12227 SW 274th St. Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $15/participant. Must preregister, no day of drop ins!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Other

Flip Factory Zone Friday Summer Jump Party

Summer Jump party is back this year! Every Friday, come out and jump with us for an hour at half ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 7400 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville FL 32605
  • Cost: 50% off 1 hour of jump time after You Mention JUMP 50
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Summer at the Library: Florida Wildlife Safari Scavenger Hunt

Embark on an exciting adventure exploring Florida's wildlife and enjoy identifying some of our local animals with the Archer Branch ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Every week this summer a different Pokémon will be hidden in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Animal Tales Zoofari Earth

Join Animal Tales for our Zoofari Earth program! Be transported around the globe to six different continents with six different exotic ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Meeting Room) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Fire Rescue Visit

The Alachua County Fire Rescue will be visiting the library to provide a safety presentation and bringing a Fire Rescue ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Scooby Doo, Where are you?

Zoinks! Let's solve a mystery, Scooby-style. Join the gang and we'll figure out the clues together, just like Mystery Incorporated.

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

Alachua County Library TinkerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration! Put your building and engineering skills to ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Children's Area) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library: Kids Crafts at Cone Park Branch

Come join us as we explore the fun of arts and crafts! In this program we'll utilize MakerSpace and Creativebug to ...

Plays in the Park presents Romeo and Juliet

The City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs: Cultural Affairs Division presents Plays in the Park with the youth ...

Summer at the Library: Animal Tales Zoofari Earth

Join Animal Tales for our Zoofari Earth program! Be transported around the globe to six different continents with six different exotic ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Newberry Branch Meeting Room 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Momentum Dance Arts Ariel and Back Handspring Camp

Ariels/Back handspring camp Ages 8+ This is specific training for back-handsprings and ariels. Child must currently have back/front walkover and ...

Summer at the Library: Amazing Animal Adaptations Santa Fe Zoo

Join the zookeepers and meet animals from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo to learn about the incredible traits animals ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Pickup Basketball Tournament

Join us for a free 3v3 pickup basketball tournament with music, food and drinks at Clarence R. Kelly! It will ...

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 ...

Wild Adventures Sweet Summer Nights

Friday Nights | June 7 - July 26 Discover the fun of Wild Adventures after dark during Sweet Summer Nights! Every ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Wild Adventures Theme Park 3766 Old Clyattville Road, Valdosta, GA 31601
  • Cost: See website for ticket options
  • Website: www.wildadventures.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sun Country Sports Center Kids Night Out

Need some time to yourself? Let Sun Country be your babysitter for a couple of hours and enjoy some “me-time!” ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: Members: $28.50 | Non-Members $36.25 | Day of Event: $42.50
  • Website: suncountrysports.com
  • Category: Family Fun

City of Gainesville Free Fridays Concert Series

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series returns on April 5, and features local and regional musical talent ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

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 ...

Spring Ridge First Church of God Family Fitness Conditioning Bootcamp

Family fitness boot camp- sponsored by Gilchrist Football and Cheer. At the ballfield. Fridays from 7 pm-8 pm, All summer ...

Depot Park parkrun

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

UF IFAS Family Fishing Days

FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...

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 ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Family Discovery Camp: Archaeology

SOLD OUT! Take a journey through past to the present with archaeologist Nigel Rudolph. Learn how Florida's native people used ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: $15 for non-members and $12 for members, per participant.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Fe College Zoo: Zookeeper Day

More than just monkeying around! Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to be a zookeeper? National Zookeeper Week is ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, Florida
  • Cost: $10- adults | $6- ages 4-12 | $3 - Electronics Benefits Transfer recipients | Free – ages 3 & under
  • Website: www.sfcollege.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Circus Center Toddler Time

Bounce, swing, climb and play with your mini-me at this semi-structured parent-child class. We have hula hoops, bouncy balls, tumble ...

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 ...

Gainesville Baptist Church Children's Extravaganza

Join us Saturday, July 20th for a FREE, fun-filled day! We are excited about this year's Children's Extravaganza which is designed ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Baptist Church, 3570 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: EVENT is FREE, but please take the time to REGISTER so we can adequately prepare.
  • Website: www.gainesvillebaptistchurch.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Gainesville Elks Lodge: Family Fun Day

Bring the whole family down for this great day at the Gainesville Elks Lodge. We will have a supersized waterslide, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 2424 NW 23rd Blvd, Gainesville FL 32605
  • Cost: donations accepted for CARD
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Gainesville Harley-Davidson Christmas In July

Christmas in July Jingle Jam at Gainesville Harley-Davidson! Join us for a fun and festive event with a holiday twist! ...

Gainesville Juniors Youth Volleyball Club Tryouts

2024-2025 Club Season Tryouts: Saturday, July 20: 10-13U: 10:00-11:30am 14-15U: 12:00-1:30pm 16-18U: 2:00-3:30pm Sunday, July 21: 10-13U: 4:00-5:30pm 14-15U: 6:00-7:30pm 16-18U: 8:00-9:30pm Sunday, July 28: 10-13U: 4:00-5:30pm 14-15U: 6:00-7:30pm 16-18U: 8:00-9:30pm Saturday, August ...

HBMS/CHS and EACN Health Expo

Empowering our community with important information and accessible healthcare is our top priority. Join us for a Free T-Dap vaccine, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Howard Bishop Middle School 1901 NE 9th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Lowe's Kids Workshops

Time to get to work! Bring your mini-DIYer into Lowe’s at one of the select time slots. Workshops hosted by ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Summer at the Library: Florida Wildlife Safari Scavenger Hunt

Embark on an exciting adventure exploring Florida's wildlife and enjoy identifying some of our local animals with the Archer Branch ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Every week this summer a different Pokémon will be hidden in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Toddler Time at Good News Arts

Parents and Tots (kids of any ages really) can join us for a morning of creative play! Expect hands on ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Good News Arts, 18555 High Springs Main Street, High Springs, FL 32643
  • 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 Cone Park Branch Story Time

Come join us for fun, interactive activities meant to reinforce early literacy skills! Perfect for toddlers and preschool aged children.

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Join us every other Saturday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses ...

Summer FAFSA Clinics

We are excited to partner with The Education Equalizer Foundation this summer to help college-going students complete their FAFSA. Join ...

Amvets Post 88 Back To School Jamboree

Amvets Post 88 Ladies auxiliary is Having a back to school Jamboree on July 20th from 11 am-2 pm. There ...

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Storytime

Join us every Saturday morning at the Storytime Stage for a reading of a favorite Children's book.

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 ...

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 ...

Summer at the Library: Pirate Tales! Storytelling Show

Florida was once crawling with pirates. Pirate Katie brings these stories to life with a treasure chest full of props ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Waldo Branch (Meeting Room) 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Bass Pro Shops Free Family Summer Event

Kids Conservation Workshop for kids of all ages! Plus a Hiking Fuel Station - make your own trail mix.

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 ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

Harn Museum Weekend Tours

3rd Saturday of Every Month from 2-3 pm Enjoy a friendly discussion about the museum’s exhibitions with a free Docent-led tour. ...

Matheson History Museum Opening Reception- Voices and Votes: Democracy in America

Join us for a ribbon cutting, refreshments, and tour the exhibition! The museum will be open from 11 am-4 pm ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free, no registration required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Summer at the Library: Pirate Tales! Storytelling Show

Florida was once crawling with pirates. Pirate Katie brings these stories to life with a treasure chest full of props ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Micanopy Branch Dance Hall 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Sun Country Stay and Play

End your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun environment. Stay and Play is ...

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 ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Mars One Thousand One

Mars One Thousand One is an immersive cinematic experience that follows an international crew of astronauts that is about to ...

Two Hawk Hammock Happy Hour in the Barnyard

Join us for Happy Hour in the Barnyard at Two Hawk Hammock on the Third Saturday of Each Month from ...

Summer Race Series at High Springs BMX

High Springs BMX Saturday Nights | Gates open at 6:30 pm. Registration and practice until 7:30 pm Racing under the lights! ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 19449 NW 238th Street, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $8 to race, spectators are free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Mesmerica 360

Mesmerica is a visual music journey that brings the mesmerizing music of Grammy-nominated composer and percussionist James Hood together with ...