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Trinity's Day Spa presents Back 2 School Braid Bash at MLK Center

Get ready for school in style! Join us for our 4th Annual Back-to-School Braid Bash! We’re excited to welcome amazing ...

  • 8:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: MLK Center 1028 Northeast 14th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Matheson History Museum Democracy Explorers

We'll play games and create crafts based on the "Voices and Votes" exhibition. Let's explore democracy together!

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Admission and activities are free; no registration required
  • Website: mathesonmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Newberry Main Street Organization: Summer Splash Days

Come cool off while you splash and play in the splash park created for this event. There will be music, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Tioga Movie Night: Little Giants

It’s officially August, which means it’s almost Football Season! Come get in the spirit and join us on Friday, August ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:15 pm 
  • Location: Tioga Town Center, 13085 SW 1 Ln, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ravine Gardens State Park Just Bats

A special park program for all ages about bats who make their home at Ravine Gardens.

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: Free with park admission. $5 per vehicle or $2 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens: Yoga In The Gardens

Join us on Saturday, August 10th from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM on the lower level for a rejuvenating yoga ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $20 per person and includes day admission to the gardens (free for members)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Gainesville Circus Center 1925 Northwest 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Sliding scale fee $5 - $20 pays for child and 1 adult visitor
  • Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Birthday Celebration

Come join Florida Park staff as we celebrate the 128th birthday of award-winning author, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings. Eat some homemade ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park 18700 S. CR 325 Cross Creek, FL 32640
  • Cost: Free with $3.00 per vehicle park admission
  • Website: marjoriekinnanrawlings.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Ravine Gardens State Park Awesome Opossum

A special park program for all ages about opossums- a wildly unique creature from our own backyard.

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park (Under the big pavilion) 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: Free with park admission. $5 per vehicle or $2 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Back to School Bash at Willie Mae Stokes Community Center

Join us on August 10, 2024 from 11 am - 2 pm (or until supplies last) for the annual Back ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Willie Mae Stokes Community Center 355 NW Eestalustee Ave, Micanopy, FL, 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Storytime

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

JCPenney Back to School Kids Zone Event

Bring the kiddos by for our Kids Zone Event! Kids will be coloring their own pencil pouch! Free craft, ID ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: JCPenney Kids Department, Oaks Mall, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.jcpenney.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

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

Clambassador’s Cedar Key Shark Swim

Beginning at 10:30 AM and continuing until 11:30 AM, boats will ferry swimmers for free to Atsena Otie. The swim ...

Freddie Warmack Park Back to School Bash

Come celebrate the end of summer! Food, kickball, volleyball, waterslide and much more!

  • 12:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Freddie Warmack Park 24505 Newberry Lane, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Williston We Soar Back to School Drive Thru Bash

We are excited to host this Annual event for our students as they prepare for a new school year! Saturday, August ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Skate Station Funworks Rollympics Family Fun Day

Rollympics Family Fun Day! Compete in the funworks. Triathlon for prizes!

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $13.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bass Pro Shops Customer Appreciation Cookout

Join us on Saturday, August 10th, for our Customer Appreciation Cookout event. We'll be serving up hot dogs and beverages, ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Bass Pro Shops 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Matheson History Museum Democracy Explorers

We'll play games and create crafts based on the "Voices and Votes" exhibition. Let's explore democracy together!

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Admission and activities are free; no registration required
  • Website: mathesonmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Mayhem Ranch Farm Sunset Tours

Mayhem Ranch is a 170 acre family-owned agritourism farm located in Morriston, Fl., and is home to over 50 different ...

Haile Equestrian Center Movie Nights

Haile Equestrian is hosting monthly Movie Nights. Join us the 2nd Saturday of every month from 6-8 pm. From classic ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7680 SW 46 Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free for Haile Equestrian Members | $40 for non-members
  • Website: www.haileequestrian.com
  • Category: Family Fun

North Central Florida YMCA Back to School Bash

Get ready for an exciting evening of fun as we gear up for the new school year! Jois us for ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • 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 ...

Museum for Me Sensory-Friendly Event at the Florida Museum

Join us for a morning at the Museum for adults and children on the autism spectrum and their friends, families ...

First Presbyterian Church of Gainesville: Back to School Sunday

Join us in worship for Back to School Sunday as we pray over our school, students, families, and all those ...

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, ...

  • 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

Redemption Church Back to School Bash

Join us for our Back To School Bash! Worship starts at 11:00 am and the bash will follow directly after ...

Gainesville Gamers Sundays at Newk's Eatery

What can be better the good games with good friends and good food? Starting at noon we will be playing ...

  • 12:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Newk's Eatery 4041 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Williston We Soar Back to School Drive Thru Bash

We are excited to host this Annual event for our students as they prepare for a new school year! Saturday, August ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.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

High Springs Back To School Giveaway

Spirit of Excellence & High Springs Chamber presents Back to School Giveaway Free backpacks, free supplies and free haircuts! To donate: Call ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Museum, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: highsprings.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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 ...

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

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

Matheson History Museum Democracy Explorers

We'll play games and create crafts based on the "Voices and Votes" exhibition. Let's explore democracy together!

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Admission and activities are free; no registration required
  • Website: mathesonmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Matheson History Museum Democracy Explorers

We'll play games and create crafts based on the "Voices and Votes" exhibition. Let's explore democracy together!

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Admission and activities are free; no registration required
  • Website: mathesonmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Good News Arts, 18555 High Springs Main Street, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun