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11October

UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic

Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...

Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats

Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...

UF Health Childbirth and Newborn Education Class

The Childbirth and Newborn Education Class is intended to prepare expectant parents for labor, birth, the post-partum period, and caring ...

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 ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meet up Mayhem Ranch

All the Fall Feels! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Mayhem Ranch. Activities Included: U-Pick Pumpkin Patch (Pumpkins cut ...

Homeschool Day at Mayhem Ranch

Homeschool Field Trip at Mayhem Ranch! This event is open to all homeschool families, including Fun 4 Gator Kids & ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: Tickets: $12 (3 years & Older - 2 and under free)
  • 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 ...

Wilmot Botanical Gardens Fall Plant Sale

Please join us for family fun at the Fall Plant Sale at Wilmot Botanical Gardens. We will have a variety ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - N is for Nest

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Join ACT weekly for a walk and talk every Friday from 3 pm-4 pm at one of ACT Preserves. You ...

Coon Hollo Farm Fall Festival

It’s that time of year again folks! Coon Hollo is dusting off the burlap and ready to put on the ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 22480 N Hwy 441, Micanopy FL 32667
  • Cost: Only $14 admission with all activities included, 3 years of age and under are FREE.
  • Website: coonhollo.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 ...

Gray Family Halloween Festival

It’s that time again! Join us for Ocala’s biggest and Best Halloween festival! We’re going to have costume contests, Candy, ...

Newberry Cornfield Maze at Hodge Farm

Step into the shadows of the Newberry Cornfield Maze—where every twist and turn could be your last! But the terror ...

Peanut Patch and Corn Maze Halloween Festival

We are more than just a corn maze. We are a place where families can come and have a good ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 8656 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: Adults $20, Kids (3-11) $12, Kids (3 & Under) FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

KidStrong Halloween Slumber Party & Pumpkin Painting

Parents, it’s your night off! We’re excited to host a Halloween Slumber Party & Pumpkin Painting at KidStrong Gainesville! We’ll provide ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: KidStrong Gainesville 6020 NW 4 Pl Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $25 for Members, $35 for non-members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Other

Denmark Acres Fall Festival

We are busy getting the Farm ready for our fall Festival opening September 27th - October 19, 2024 Fridays and ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Denmark Acres 825 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
  • Cost: $14.95 per person Ages 3 and Up | Ages 2 and Under Free | Tickets available at Gate Only
  • Website: denmarkacres.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays

Friday nights have never been more fun—bring your family and friends for a great night of shooting, games, and trivia! With ...

Fall Pumpkins & Pajamas Girl’s Night In

Girls! Girls! Girls! Join us for our Pumpkins & Pajamas Night! Friday, October 11th from 6 pm to 8 pm. ...

GNV Arts: Gainesville Gotta Drum

Learn Afro-Brazilian rhythms and play samba-reggae! Fridays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for ages middle school through adults.

Hollow Oaks Corn Maze

Come spend some family fun time at Hollow Oaks Corn Maze this fall. We will have several fun activities for ...

  • 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 18005 NW 190th Avenue, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: $15 Adults (Age 13 & Older), $12 for Ages 4-12 Years Old, FREE for 3 Years Old and Younger
  • Website: www.hollowoakscornmaze.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Homestead Haunt Kid's Maze

Come to Homestead Haunt for a haunted house experience like you’ve never seen before. 4 unique, indoor mazes with a ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
  • Cost: The Haunted Maze 8 pm To 11 pm $20 Online | Kids (12 And Under) Maze 6:30 pm To 7:30 pm $5 Online
  • Website: www.homesteadhaunt.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

One Community Fall Festival

Free food, fun, games, prizes, dunk tank, bounce house, resource information and activities for the whole family!

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 1725 SE 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Flip Factory Zone Friday Night Lights

CLOSED DUE TO WEATHER Unlimited Jump, Laser Tag & Ropes Course Friday Nights from 7-9 pm. Customers ages 13-25

Florida Gators Volleyball vs. Mississippi State University

Due to inclement weather, Mississippi State will be postponed to Friday, Oct. 11th at 7pm ET! The Florida Gators Volleyball ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

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

Kirby Family Farm Lost Railroad Scary Train

Scary Train chugs Friday and Saturday nights from October 4-November 2, 2024! It’s a ScaryTrain ride and more nerve rattling, heart ...

Star Center Youth Theatre presents Six: Teen Edition

Six: Teen Edition written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, it is the modern retelling of the lives of the ...

Chief Theatre presents The Sound of Music

The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. Featuring a trove of ...

UF Astronomy Public Night Observatory

The Department of Astronomy operates an on-campus Teaching Observatory for educational and public programs. These events are all free to ...

12October

Sunrise Ranger Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Join a ranger on a 30-45 minutes walk into the wetlands while you enjoy the sunrise and learn about the ...

  • 7:20 am -  8:00 am 
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Depot Park parkrun

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

Import Face-Off at Gainesville Raceway

Import Face-Off (IFO) originated in 2001 and is the largest, continually running national Import show and race series in the ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Adult admission $25 | Children 10 and under FREE
  • Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

UF IFAS Family Fishing Days Spooky Candy

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

Millhopper Ramble

This is the Gainesville community’s chance to get out and support the Boys & Girls Club and to make use ...

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Ranger Led Hikes

Join our rangers on a 45 minute -1 hour ranger walking tour through the wetlands to learn all about the ...

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 ...

Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats

Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...

ELCAC Storybook Village: Old MacDonald Had a Farm

Get Ready for the ELCAC Storybook Village! Yeehaw! We’re excited to invite you to the ELCAC Storybook Village, a fantastic ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Thomas Life Center at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 2505 NE 8th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Hogtown 5K Beer Run

Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Hogtown 5K Beer Run benefiting Climb for Cancer at beautiful Haile Plantation! ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Hampstead Park In Haile, 9538 SW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: $10 for 1/2 Pint Root Beer Run (Kids up to age 10)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Hot Rodding for Heroes at High Springs Brewing Company

Join us for the 3rd annual Hot Rodding for Heroes car show co-hosted by the Marine Corps League! All proceeds go ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: Spectators are free! Car registration is $25.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Midland North Florida Baseball Fall Player Development Program

Midland North Florida is committed to focused skill development throughout the fall, with two player development packages outlined below. Single Clinic Choose ...

Mossman Hall Halloween Themed Market

I would like to invite everyone to come out to the Market At Melrose Farmers and Crafts Sales for a ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball

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

Rooted in Inclusion: Disability Awareness Pop-Up

On October 12th, from 9 AM to 3 PM, head over to Grow Hub for Rooted in Inclusion: a Disability ...

Wilmot Botanical Gardens Fall Plant Sale

Please join us for family fun at the Fall Plant Sale at Wilmot Botanical Gardens. We will have a variety ...

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 ...

Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration

Bowling Saturday mornings 9:30 am-12 pm 2 Divisions Bantams: Ages 6-12 | Weekly Fee $8 Youth Classic: Ages 13-20 | Weekly Fee $10 Membership ...

Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival - Adopt-A-Pet

Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Adopt a ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Online Tickets: $14.95 | In-Person: $16.95 | Children (2 & under) Free
  • Website: www.simpletix.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Braze Ranch Fall Festival

Join us for a fun-filled day at our Fall Festival! With admission, you can explore our maze, visit our pumpkin ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
  • Cost: General Admission: $5 Online | $7 Onsite Ages 3 and Under: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bryer Patch Pumpkin Festival

Come join us as we kick off our "Fall on the Farm" season at our Annual Pumpkin Festival at The ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $12 admission fee per person. 2 & under free. Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cade Museum Free Admission Day

Celebrate the fall season with free admission all day!

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 ...

Coon Hollo Farm Fall Festival

It’s that time of year again folks! Coon Hollo is dusting off the burlap and ready to put on the ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 22480 N Hwy 441, Micanopy FL 32667
  • Cost: Only $14 admission with all activities included, 3 years of age and under are FREE.
  • Website: coonhollo.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival and Corn Maze

Due to Hurricane Helene we will be ready to host your family and friends each weekend starting next Saturday, October ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

Dudley Farm Historic State Park Kids Day - Soapberries and Shampoo Ginger

Join us at the farm. Children and adults alike, ages 5 and up can join in the fun! There are ...

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Breastfeeding and Pumping

In Person Breastfeeding and Pumping Combo - (4-hr class) This class covers breastfeeding basics, hand expression, latching your newborn, positioning at ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Infinity Con Gainesville

RESCHEDULED TO OCTOBER 12th-13th. This two-day celebration of superheroes, villains, galactic games and timeless comics will transport attendees to new ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.infinitycon.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Reading with a Pediatrician Book Club

UF pediatricians are excited to start a new book club called Reading with your Pediatrician. We welcome any families to ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: UF Health Pediatrics - Gerold L. Schiebler CMS Center: 1699 SW 16th Ave Building A, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.instagram.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

Repurpose Project Kids Club

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

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 ...

Two Old Goats Farm and Playtime Open Day

After the stress of all the recent weather events, your family deserves some relaxation and fun. We are open Oct ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time & Family Crafting

Read, sing, and play for pre-schoolers and their caregivers followed by 30 minutes to do a craft after Story Time ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

1000 Voices of Florida presents Cultural Arts Youth Showcase

Attention Gainesville and surrounding areas! Are you ready for a fun-filled afternoon of art, culture, and community? 1000 Voices of ...

Alachua Community Coalition: Family & Friends Cookout

Come join us for some family fun at Hathcock Community Center October 12! Family & Friends Cookout presented by Alachua Community ...

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Family Crafting Witch Hats

30 minutes to do a craft after Story Time with Ms. Miranda.

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Storytime

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

Branford Farm Stand Fall Harvest

Due to Hurricane Helene our Fall Festival opening day will be October 5th! We will be open every weekend through ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 27687 US-129, Branford, FL, 32008
  • Cost: Admission to the festival is $12 for adults, $10 kids(3-12), 2 & under are free!
  • Website: www.branfordfarmstand.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Halloween Family Festival

HauntAED is a family halloween festival with spooky themed carnival games and a kid-friendly haunted house! Along with tons of ...

Hollow Oaks Corn Maze

Come spend some family fun time at Hollow Oaks Corn Maze this fall. We will have several fun activities for ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 18005 NW 190th Avenue, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: $15 Adults (Age 13 & Older), $12 for Ages 4-12 Years Old, FREE for 3 Years Old and Younger
  • Website: www.hollowoakscornmaze.com
  • Category: Family Fun

JCPenney Kids Zone

Pick up in store! Grab, shop, and go! Free crafts for kids, fast savings for parents. Kids get a free ...

Mayhem Ranch Fall Festival

Come join us for our Fourth annual Fall Festival from September 28-November 3, 2024, every Saturday and Sunday! This year ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: Tickets: $13 Online or $16 at the gate (2 and under free)
  • Website: mayhemranchfl.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 ...

North Florida Rocktoberfest

Experience the ultimate rock-n-roll celebration featuring a Battle of the Bands contest, arts and crafts vendors, delicious food, and a ...

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 ...

Tiny Tots Bundles Grand Opening

It’s finally here! Our new children’s boutique is opening its doors to the Gainesville community & its neighboring towns and ...

World Equestrian Center Ocala: Oktoberfest

Celebrate Oktoberfest in Exposition Center 1 for two, back-to-back Saturdays of German-themed fun October 5 and 12! Break out the ...

Cade Museum Maker Workshops Series

Embark on a journey of innovation and exploration with our Maker Workshops at the Creation Station. Each week brings a ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Orange Ball Clinic

This is the second stage of our youth tennis program. Ages typically include 10 and under, but youths of older ...

University of Florida Math Circle: Advanced Circle

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

Alachua County Library Fall Teen Art Show at Headquarters Branch

Alachua County Library District is pleased to announce we will be hosting the Fall Teen Art Show! This is a ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch MSWW: Harry Potter's Potions Halloween Edition

MSWW Potions class with Hands On Gainesville and UF Chemistry Outreach Join Hands On Gainesville and UF Chemistry Outreach for some ...

Anniversary Fall Bash at The AUK Market!

Anniversary Fall Bash is at The AUK Market on Saturday October 12th from 12-5 PM with a special trifecta of ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Sun Country Sports Center Dance Jam

Dance Jam is the perfect option for your child if you don’t want to commit to regularly scheduled class, or ...

Children's Painting Workshop at Morning Meadow Preschool

Four Saturday afternoons Starting on Saturday, October 5th, 2024. Does your child love to paint and make art? In this 4 ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch: Pom Pom Monsters A Halloween Craft

Let's craft pom pom monsters together. These cute crafty creations will be a hit with Halloween decorators! It's just a ...

Alachua Pumpkin Patch Tractor Rides and Children's Story Time

We will have Tractor Rides and Children's Story Time on Saturdays and Sundays from 2 pm to 5 pm. We ...

Tioga Oktoberfest

We’re so thrilled to announce our very first ever Tioga Town Center Oktoberfest! A big thanks to World of Beer ...

  • 2:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Tioga Town Center, 13085 SW 1 Ln, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Polaris The Space Submarine and the Mystery of the Polar Night

James, a traveling penguin from the South Pole, and Vladimir, a funny bear from the North Pole, meet on the ...

Star Center Youth Theatre presents Six: Teen Edition

Six: Teen Edition written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, it is the modern retelling of the lives of the ...

Star Martial Arts Trunk or Treat

When we were kids, Halloween was one of our most favorite holidays! And we’re pretty sure it’s your kids’, too. ...

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 ...

Studio TM Family Pumpkin Party

We love to host a good party, and our favorites are definitely a good pumpkin party! We’ve started our pumpkin ...

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 - Music 360 - Gustav Holst's The Planets

Join us for an immersive journey of sight and sound as you experience the majesty of Gustav Holst’s orchestral suite ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Newberry Cornfield Maze at Hodge Farm

Step into the shadows of the Newberry Cornfield Maze—where every twist and turn could be your last! But the terror ...

Peanut Patch and Corn Maze Halloween Festival

We are more than just a corn maze. We are a place where families can come and have a good ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 8656 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: Adults $20, Kids (3-11) $12, Kids (3 & Under) FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Denmark Acres Fall Festival

We are busy getting the Farm ready for our fall Festival opening September 27th - October 19, 2024 Fridays and ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Denmark Acres 825 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
  • Cost: $14.95 per person Ages 3 and Up | Ages 2 and Under Free | Tickets available at Gate Only
  • Website: denmarkacres.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Homestead Haunt Kid's Maze

Come to Homestead Haunt for a haunted house experience like you’ve never seen before. 4 unique, indoor mazes with a ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
  • Cost: The Haunted Maze 8 pm To 11 pm $20 Online | Kids (12 And Under) Maze 6:30 pm To 7:30 pm $5 Online
  • Website: www.homesteadhaunt.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Forward! To The Moon

Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future ...

Jazz on the Green at Celebration Pointe

Join us for Jazz on the Green, where we have live music, good food and drinks & more! Spread a ...

Kirby Family Farm Lost Railroad Scary Train

Scary Train chugs Friday and Saturday nights from October 4-November 2, 2024! It’s a ScaryTrain ride and more nerve rattling, heart ...

MCU Trivia Night

Avengers, assemble! Time for a little MCU trivia! We all know how vast the MCU is, so we will be ...

Star Center Youth Theatre presents Six: Teen Edition

Six: Teen Edition written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, it is the modern retelling of the lives of the ...

Chief Theatre presents The Sound of Music

The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. Featuring a trove of ...

13October

High Springs Lions Club Music Fundraiser Benefit for Janna Roberts

Bounce house, face painting, 50/50 raffle, auction, chicken & pork dinners, live music and more! Live music from 1 pm-8 pm

Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats

Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...

Gainesville Cars and Coffee

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

Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival - Adopt-A-Pet

Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Adopt a ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Online Tickets: $14.95 | In-Person: $16.95 | Children (2 & under) Free
  • Website: www.simpletix.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Braze Ranch Fall Festival

Join us for a fun-filled day at our Fall Festival! With admission, you can explore our maze, visit our pumpkin ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
  • Cost: General Admission: $5 Online | $7 Onsite Ages 3 and Under: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bryer Patch Pumpkin Festival

Come join us as we kick off our "Fall on the Farm" season at our Annual Pumpkin Festival at The ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $12 admission fee per person. 2 & under free. Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Newborn Care Class

This class covers all things newborn! Including feeding, bathing, diapering, health, comforting, and safety. It provides hands on demonstration and ...

Infinity Con Gainesville

RESCHEDULED TO OCTOBER 12th-13th. This two-day celebration of superheroes, villains, galactic games and timeless comics will transport attendees to new ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.infinitycon.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pride at Prairie Creek

Join ACT for the fourth annual Pride at Prairie Creek! An outdoor celebration of the LGBTQ+ community for family, friends, ...

Ripple Rum 138 Fungi Fest

2024 Fungi Fest with guest speakers, education, hikes, market vendors, food, and music. A full day of learning about the ...

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 ...

Sacred Sunday Ecstatic Dance

Presenting… Sacred Sundays! This is a morning version of our beloved Ecstatic Dance - now happening the second Sunday ...

Branford Farm Stand Fall Harvest

Due to Hurricane Helene our Fall Festival opening day will be October 5th! We will be open every weekend through ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 27687 US-129, Branford, FL, 32008
  • Cost: Admission to the festival is $12 for adults, $10 kids(3-12), 2 & under are free!
  • Website: www.branfordfarmstand.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mayhem Ranch Fall Festival

Come join us for our Fourth annual Fall Festival from September 28-November 3, 2024, every Saturday and Sunday! This year ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: Tickets: $13 Online or $16 at the gate (2 and under free)
  • Website: mayhemranchfl.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Fall Teen Art Show at Headquarters Branch

Alachua County Library District is pleased to announce we will be hosting the Fall Teen Art Show! This is a ...

Coon Hollo Farm Fall Festival

It’s that time of year again folks! Coon Hollo is dusting off the burlap and ready to put on the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 22480 N Hwy 441, Micanopy FL 32667
  • Cost: Only $14 admission with all activities included, 3 years of age and under are FREE.
  • Website: coonhollo.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary Farmers Halloween Moo-Ket

Meet the critters of Critter Creek and enjoy delicious plant-based foods while shopping with our 35+ awesome vendors! Kids will ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW Co Rd 231, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $5 suggested donation per person upon entry to the moo-ket
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Studio TM Family Pumpkin Party

We love to host a good party, and our favorites are definitely a good pumpkin party! We’ve started our pumpkin ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Sensory Story Time

Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of ...

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 ...

Florida Gators Volleyball vs. University of South Carolina

Help cheer on the Gators Women's Volleyball team!

Alachua Pumpkin Patch Tractor Rides and Children's Story Time

We will have Tractor Rides and Children's Story Time on Saturdays and Sundays from 2 pm to 5 pm. We ...

Chief Theatre presents The Sound of Music

The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. Featuring a trove of ...

Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival and Corn Maze

Due to Hurricane Helene we will be ready to host your family and friends each weekend starting next Saturday, October ...

Gainesville Big Band presents Jazztober: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Welcome to Jazztober with The Gainesville Big Band! Come join us on Sun, Oct 13, 2024 at Meizon Church at ...

Hollow Oaks Corn Maze

Come spend some family fun time at Hollow Oaks Corn Maze this fall. We will have several fun activities for ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 18005 NW 190th Avenue, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: $15 Adults (Age 13 & Older), $12 for Ages 4-12 Years Old, FREE for 3 Years Old and Younger
  • Website: www.hollowoakscornmaze.com
  • Category: Family Fun

High Springs BMX Halloween Race

Get an early start on the spooky season with our Halloween race! -Wear a race-friendly costume on the track -Enter the costume ...

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 Youth Theatre presents Six: Teen Edition

Six: Teen Edition written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, it is the modern retelling of the lives of the ...

City of Gainesville presents Alex Kaufman Big Band

The Alex Kaufman Big Band is an 18-piece jazz band consisting entirely of University of Florida college students. The band ...

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

Florida Gators Soccer vs. University of Georgia

Help cheer on the Gators Soccer team!

14October

Coon Hollo Farm Fall Festival - Homeschool Day

Everybody loves homeschool days! -October 14, 2024 OR November 6, 2024 -9:30 AM to 2 PM -Purchase tickets at the gate, cash ...

  • 9:30 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 22480 N Hwy 441, Micanopy Fl 32667
  • Cost: $8 for ages 4 and up
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Trick or Treat at Charter Senior Living

SIGN UP IS FULL Get your Halloween costume ready! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Charter Senior Living for ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics

Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy

PunkOuter Games Board Game Night

Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...

Gatorball Softball Monday Night Training

Mondays (September 9 – October 28) from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches ...

NAMI Family Support Group

NAMI Family Support Group - Meets Second and Fourth Monday of each month. This is for adults that have a family ...

15October

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 ...

Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions

Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...

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 Tower Road Branch: Storytime With The Gators

Bring your child to enjoy one-on-one reading time with members of the University of Florida sports teams. Meet some of ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Children's Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Tower Road Library

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup for Storytime with The Gators at Tower Road Branch Library. Bring your child to ...

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

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 Newberry Branch: Creature Feature

Spiders and snakes and lizards, oh my! Come learn about these and other cool creatures and get an up-close look ...

Gators Dockside Kids Night

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

Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball

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

P.K. Yonge High School Admission Night

Join us for an evening to learn more about the P.K. Yonge High School programs. Admissions night will begin with ...

16October

Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...

Home School Junior Naturalist: Wild Wetlands

Come explore Cuscowilla’s Black Swamp and learn all about the critters that call Cuscowilla home! Students hike our swamp wetlands ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - U is for Unicorn

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

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

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Tween Book Club

Join us to talk about all things books! You don’t need to have read the latest pick to attend; discuss your ...

Harn Museum: Music in the Museum

Enjoy an intimate in-gallery performance by Othnell Moyo, the multi-talented, internationally touring artist, teacher, ethnomusicological researcher and preservation activist, deeply ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Morningside Nature Center has a farm, ee—i—ee—i—oh! On this farm, ...

Alachua County Newberry Branch Year of the Book

2024 is the year of the book! Create a different book each month at the Newberry Branch Library.

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Night Bouncers

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Family Night at Bouncers. Indoor bounce houses and indoor climbing equipment. There will also ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Gainesville Gaviatas Try Artistic Swimming - Free!

Ready to make a splash? Join us for a FREE trial practice this Wednesday and see what being part of ...

Newberry United Methodist Church Family Game Night

Join us this Wednesday for Family Game Night! It is open to people of all ages! We hope to see ...

Santa Fe Saints Volleyball vs. Florida Southwestern State College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Volleyball team!

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Gymnasium 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $5 for general admission; children under 12, senior citizens, veterans, and UF and other college students with ID get in for $3; and SF students, faculty, staff and retirees are free with a valid SFID card.
  • Website: www.santafesaints.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
17October

Fall Homeschool Day at The Bryer Patch

Calling all Homeschool families! Come join us for our "Fall on the Farm" Homeschool Day at the Patch! Included with admission ...

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

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup The Bryer Patch

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at The Bryer Patch in Newberry. Students receive 1 free mini ...

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 ...

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: 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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - R is for Rainbow

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

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 ...

Cade Museum SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures

The SparkSeekers program is designed to empower homeschooled students (ages 7–11) by immersing them in the captivating intersection of science ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: STEAM Crafts

Join us in the Storywoods Room this fall for STEAM Crafts! Every other Thursday we’ll have new science and art ...

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

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

Play Tennis Gainesville Orange Ball Clinic

This is the second stage of our youth tennis program. Ages typically include 10 and under, but youths of older ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball

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

Santa Fe Saints Volleyball vs. Andrew College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Volleyball team!

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Gymnasium 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $5 for general admission; children under 12, senior citizens, veterans, and UF and other college students with ID get in for $3; and SF students, faculty, staff and retirees are free with a valid SFID card.
  • Website: www.santafesaints.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...

Campus USA Credit Union Movie on the Lawn Event

Campus USA Credit Union presents the 13th Annual Movie on the Lawn! Bring the family and enjoy a movie under ...

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Celebrating Indigenous People's Week

“Indigeneity” is word expressing the many ways in which an indigenous person’s identity links them to specific knowledge. It also ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Tri-county 10k Fiber Fest & Trunk-or-Treat

Join us to celebrate our 10,000th customer milestone! Fiber by Central Florida is expanding throughout the Tri-County area, and we’re ...

Heartwood Soundstage presents Moonlight Music & Arts Festival

Join us for a magical night where music meets the enchantment of fall. Moonlight Fest is bringing together the best ...

Chief Theatre presents The Sound of Music

The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. Featuring a trove of ...

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