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October 20 - 26

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 ...

Kanapaha Botantical Orchid Show

Each October, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens holds an Open House & Fall Plant Sale, in conjunction with the Gainesville Orchid Society, ...

Fit2Run and Celebration Pointe: Spooktacular Fun Run/Walk

Get ready for a frighteningly good time at the Spooktacular Fun Run by Fit2Run X On. Join us for a ...

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

Fall Dog Days at The Bryer Patch

Bring your furry four-legged friend and join us for a Dog Day's at The Patch! We will have pumpkins & ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $10/per person. 2 & under are free. Dogs are free. Military discount available.
  • 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 ...

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

Frosty Fantasy with the Ice Queen

Indulge in the cooling off of the fall season at our “Frosty Fantasy with the Ice Queen.” During this magical ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Teatime Tranquility & Treasures 14603 Main Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: Tickets start at $45 | Includes 1 adult & 1 child
  • Website: brittreneecreative.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Stomping Grounds Game Center Magic the Gathering Regional Championship Qualifier 1-Slot

Format: Modern Entry - $35 Cash Only Doors open at 10:00 AM Event starts at 12:00 PM Cap: 32 players Competitive REL Event - Deck Lists ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Stomping Grounds Game Center 501 NW 23rd Avenue, Suite F, Gainesville, Florida, 32609
  • Cost: Entry - $35 Cash Only
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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 Conservation Trust Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice

Join us for pumpkin carving and tasty treats at Rockwood Park for ACT’s annual Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice event. ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library Chess Club - Millhopper Branch

Join us for the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play, practice or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

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 ...

PunkOuter Games Pokemon Play & Trade

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

GNV Arts: Gainesville Steppin’ Into Dance

Learn and dance a variety of dance styles including Line Dance, Chicago Swing and Urban Ballroom Sundays at Rosa B. ...

Jazz at The Plaza featuring US Air Force Academy Band The Falconaires

The Falconaires, the big band of the United States Air Force Academy Band, will present a performance in Gainesville, FL ...

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

Kids' Fall Wildflower Walks

When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. New this fall, there will be shorter, ...

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 ...

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, October 21st through Sunday, October ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:45 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other
  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $13.95
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans

Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, on Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended ...

Texas Roadhouse: Trunk or Treat

Texas Roadhouse is hosting a Trunk or Treat on Tuesday, October 22!

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: 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 ...

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, October 21st through Sunday, October ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:45 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Alachua County Library Baby Time - Tower Road Branch

Please come sing, move, and learn with your little ones. This program is aimed at children under one year old, ...

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: Dungeons & Dragons Roll With It

Kids age 8–14 will learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons from an experienced Dungeon Master and make new friends ...

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Headquarters Library

Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend. Dodi, a miniature Dachshund therapy ...

GNV Arts: Bollywood with Arya Dance Academy

Bollywood is a style of dance used in Indian films and is a fusion of different dance styles including bhangra, ...

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 ...

Porters Community Center After-school Program Open House

Attention families! Join us on Tuesday, October 22 from 5-7 p.m. for a meet and greet at Porters Community Center. ...

P.K. Yonge Middle School Admission Night

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

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 ...

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 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 - G is for Ghost

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

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Pumpkin Patch Story Time at Newberry United Methodist Church

At this special Story Time, kids can sit amongst the pumpkins and listen to seasonal stories at the Newberry United ...

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, October 21st through Sunday, October ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:45 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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.

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 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, ...

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 ...

Ghouls, Goblins, and Greeks

Join the University of Florida's Panhellenic Council for our annual Ghouls, Goblins, and Greeks! Our eighteen chapters will be on ...

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: Instructor Led Virtual Breastfeeding and Pumping

Breastfeeding and Pumping Combo - (4-hr class) This class covers breastfeeding basics and includes access to our free online breastfeeding ...

Humane Society of Marion County Florida Howl-oween Pawty

We hope to see you at our 6th Annual Howl-o-ween Pawty! Tickets will go live 9/1/24! Free hotdog, drink & snack ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2188 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL, 34470
  • Cost: $7 per adult online and $10 at the door (includes up to 2 kids). $15 family packs online and $20 at the door (includes 2 adults and up to 3 kids). $3 additional child tickets online & at the door.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Santa Fe Saints Volleyball vs. Daytona 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

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 ...

Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots Skate

Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission includes roller skating, soft ...

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, ...

Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Day at Cade Museum

Join us (and over two million readers and thousands of classrooms, libraries and communities) to celebrate early literacy by reading ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: This program is included in the cost of admission, no pre-registration required.
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - M is for Monsters

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

Storytime and Hike with a Ranger

A park ranger will read tales about wildlife, mindfulness and environmental stewardship then take everyone on a short walk on ...

Alachua County Library Music & Movement at the Park

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

Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch

It's Story Time! Bring your little ones and join us for stories, songs, and a craft as we introduce literacy ...

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, October 21st through Sunday, October ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:45 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: All About Snakes

Come join us as we learn all about Florida's snakes through discussions and crafts! From popular myths to conservation we'll ...

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 ...

Screaming for Safety

Join us for our annual spooktacular Screaming for Safety trunk or treat! Screaming for Safety is a fun and free ...

Children's Trust of Alachua County: Lights on Afterschool Celebration Fall Festival

Join the Children's Trust of Alachua County and Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida for a fall festival in ...

Magnolia Ridge Rehab Trunk or Treat

Please join us for our 3rd annual Trunk or Treat we will have several vendors, food trucks, games and lots ...

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 ...

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 ...

Celebration Pointe Trick or Treating

Get ready for some spook-tacular fun at Celebration Pointe's annual Safe Trick-or-Treat! Join us on Thursday, October 24th, at 6 ...

Community Event: Writer's Well at Good News Arts (Every 4th Thursday)

Join us at Good News Arts for monthly open writing session for anyone interested in stringing together a few sentences! ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

GNV Arts: Gainesville Swing Dance

Learn and dance swing dance to vintage and big band music Thursdays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for all ...

Soldiers Freedom Outdoors Haunted Trail

1 mile hike haunted trail at Soldiers Freedom Outdoors. All proceeds go back to supporting veterans and active duty military. ...

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 ...

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: Collages, Scrap booking, and Zine Making (Every 4th Friday)

Join us every 4th Friday for the joys of scrapbooking, collaging, and zine making! Materials are provided or you can ...

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - X is for X-ray

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

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 Newberry Branch: Spanish for Kids

Preschool kids will get an early start on learning Spanish as a secondary language with guidance from a fluent Spanish ...

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, October 21st through Sunday, October ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:45 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Roots Plant Studio Halloween Party

Come have some festive fun at our Halloween party! Halloween mini Paint-A-Pots, Mini spooky terrarium building, DIY witch cactus. All ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Roots Plant Studio 4780 Northwest 39th Avenue Suite 5, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free, activities $10 each
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Loomis Bros. Circus Gone Country Tour

Yeehaw! Join us for a family-friendly Country themed adventure like no other as the Loomis Bros. Circus rolls into town ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:45 pm 
  • Location: Gilchrist County Agriculture Complex 4050 S US Hwy 129, Bell, FL
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Blocktoberfest at Blackadder Brewing Company

Break out your lederhosen and dirndls! It's time for our 8th Annual Blocktoberfest! Roll out the barrels because this year will ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th St, Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Hawthorne Woman’s Club presents Hawthorne Community Halloween Howl

Please join us for this year's Halloween Howl! -Dunk Tank: Cornelius Ingram of the Hawthorne Hornets AND Principal Ed Haukland -Miniature Ponies: ...

Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show

October 25-27, 2024! APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!

Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show

The 70th Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 25, 2024, and run through Sunday, ...

Haile Village Center Oktoberfest

A family-friendly community event including live music and entertainment, games, bounce house, food, beer, and more!

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

Plaza Health and Rehab Spooktacular Trunk or Treat

Plaza Health and Rehab 3rd Annual Halloween Spooktacular: a Spooky Pumpkin Patch Trunk or Treat -Free to the public -Kid-friendly trunk or ...

Slightly Frightly at The Bryer Patch

Come join us for our first Slightly Frightly weekend at The Bryer Patch! Our Slightly Frightly weekend will ...

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

Terrace Health and Rehab Trunk or Treat

You are invited to our annual Trunk or Treat event on October 25th from 5 pm-7 pm. Kid-friendly event. Healthcare ...

The Balloon Glow & Laser Show Hot Air Balloon Festival

Coming to Clay County! October 25th & 26th 2024! Get the whole family out for a great family fun time! ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Clay County Fairgrounds 2493 State Road 16 W, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043-4818
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: www.freshtix.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Trick or Treat at The Shoppes at Thornebrook

Get spooky with Thornebrook! Stroll our well-lit sidewalks for trick or treating from participating shops and vendors. Local vendors will ...

Trunk or Treat at the North Central Florida YMCA

Trunk or Treat at the Y! Join us for a spooktacular evening of fun at the North Central Florida YMCA's ...

Easton Newberry Sports Archery Tournament 101

Once a month we’ll be having a special Funtastic Friday where coaches teach students the basics of competition and give ...

Trinity United Methodist Church: Parents Night Out

This is the perfect opportunity to drop off your children (aged 3 years to 5th grade) for a fun night ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Trinity United Methodist Church 4000 NW 53rd Ave Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: $20
  • Website: trinitygnv.org
  • Category: Other

Alachua County Sheriff Trunk or Treat

From 6:00 - 8:00pm on Friday, October 25, 2024 come to ASO for a FREE family friendly Halloween event. The ...

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 ...

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.

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Haile Equestrian Friday Night Lights

Join us to ride and play mounted games while riding to music under the lights! Each month features different mounted ...

Pinspiration Gainesville: Halloween Squishmallow Bash

Join us on Friday, October 25th from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm for a Squishmallow-themed Halloween Bash! Your $40 ticket includes: – A mini ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Pinspiration Gainesville 1132 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $40 per child (Each child MUST be at least 5 years of age)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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

Artwalk Gainesville

Artwalk Gainesville is a self-guided art experience of local galleries, artist studios, and cultural events in beautiful Gainesville, Florida. The ...

Flip Factory Zone Friday Night Lights

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

Florida Gators Volleyball vs. University of Tennessee

The Florida Gators Volleyball team takes on Tennessee Lady Vols Volleyball on Friday, October 25th at 7 pm! The first ...

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 ...

Playlist at Celebration Pointe

A music event that offers an eclectic mix of music from a variety of genres – country, rock, soul and ...

Dance Alive National Ballet presents Dracula & Vampyra

A Vampire Double-Header! For those of you who love all things vampire, this is the show for you. The vampire ...

Loomis Bros. Circus Gone Country Tour

Yeehaw! Join us for a family-friendly Country themed adventure like no other as the Loomis Bros. Circus rolls into town ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:15 pm 
  • Location: Gilchrist County Agriculture Complex 4050 S US Hwy 129, Bell, FL
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Soldiers Freedom Outdoors Haunted Trail

1 mile hike haunted trail at Soldiers Freedom Outdoors. All proceeds go back to supporting veterans and active duty military. ...

Tioga Movie Night: Casper

It’s almost Halloween! Come get in the spirit and join us on Friday, October 25th at 7:30 pm for our ...

CountryWay Town Square Newberry Pro-Rodeo

Get ready for the wildest rodeo in town at the 7th Annual CountryWay Town Square Pro Rodeo - it's gonna ...

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 ...

Depot Park parkrun

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

Depot Park parkrun Costume Party

Join us for a spooktacular free 5K! Let’s try to break last year’s record shenanigans with everyone decked out for ...

Flatwoods 5K at UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest

The Flatwoods 5K is touted by many local runners as Gainesville’s most beautiful, memorable 5K venue, run just after sunrise ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest 10625 NE Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Registration is $20. Runners 12 years and under race for free.
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show

APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!

High Springs First United Methodist Church: Fall Flea Market and Trunk or Treat

Here are a few details: - The Flea Market will be open to shoppers at 8 AM - Breakfast, lunch, beverages, and ...

Halloween Habitat Hustle 5K Run/Walk

It's time for the 13th Annual Habitat Hustle 5K Run/Walk! This event benefits UF Habitat for Humanity. Wear your favorite ...

  • 8:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Boulware Springs Park, 3400 SE 15 Street Gainesville, FL US 32641
  • Cost: $25 | Children 5 years old and under run for FREE!
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs

399 Sports: Shoot for Success Basketball Camp

399 sports introduces Shoot for Success Basketball Camp for FREE on October 26! Featuring our best coaches! Come join us ...

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 ...

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Largest Book Sale of its kind in Florida - More than 500,000 books, records, games, CDs, DVDs, audio, paintings, posters, ...

  • 9:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 430-B North Main Street, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free admission
  • Website: www.folacld.org
  • Category: Other

International Car Show at Butler Town Center

Butler Enterprises is excited to announce the Fourth Annual International Car Show! The show will feature over 120 cars and ...

Micanopy Fall Festival

Micanopy is the town that time forgot. This quiet little town bustles with activity as the vendors pour into town ...

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 ...

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 ...

University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students

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

Waldo Farmer's and Flea Market Haunted Halloween Fest

Costume Contest for kids (16 and under -- w/ prizes in all three categories!), Candy given out by vendors, Crafts ...

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 ...

108 Vine: The Happy Haunting Event

Join us for our annual Happy Haunting on October 26th from 10 AM to 2 PM at 108 Vine! Enjoy ...

Audi Gainesville: Authentic German Oktoberfest

Audi Gainesville presents the 6th annual Oktoberfest. Join us for a day of fun with authentic German food, craft beer ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Audi Gainesville, 1920 N Main Street, Gainesville, Florida 32609
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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

Cade Museum Sparks and Spooks

Our Sparks & Spooks event returns for another year! Join us on Saturday, October 26 from 10 am to 4 ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Children (17 years & under) get in free in costume
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events, 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 ...

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 ...

Florida Bat Festival at Lubee Bat Conservancy

Calling All Bat Enthusiasts, Animal & Nature Lovers, Festival Partakers, and Curious Minds! For two decades, the Florida Bat Festival has ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Lubee Bat Conservancy 1309 NW 192nd Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $5 AGES 5-12, $10 AGES 13 +, KIDS 4 and under are FREE, $30 BEER GARDEN includes general festival entry. Must be 21+ to participate. Online tickets available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fundamental Therapy Solutions Fall Festival

Please bring your family and friends to enjoy games, food, crafts, prizes, auction, and more! The festival is FREE for everyone ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Fundamental Therapy Solutions, 250 NW 76th Drive, Gainesville FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

GNV Arts: Gainesville Expressive Song and Dance

Dance classes for youth in various styles including ballet and hip hop, Saturdays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Classes intended ...

Halloween Archery Shoot at Easton Newberry Archery Center

Spooky season is here! Kick off indoor season and celebrate with us in true Halloween-style with your best costume and ...

High Springs Great Pumpkin Decorating Contest

The Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe together with High Springs Park & Recreation and Community Redevelopment Agency presents The Great ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Moonshine Acres RV Park Halloween Event

It's about that time of year again! Our favorite holiday is approaching, and once again Moonshine Acres RV Park will ...

Ocala Arts Festival

October 26 & 27, 2024 in Downtown Ocala 10 am-5 pm. Enjoy the artwork of over 155 artists from around ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1 NE 1st Ave., Ocala, FL, 34470
  • Cost: free
  • Website: fafo.org
  • Category: Family Fun, 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 ...

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

Read, sing, and play for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.

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 ...

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

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, October 21st through Sunday, October ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:45 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Pinspiration Gainesville Cookie Decorating Workshop Halloween Themed

We are so excited to have Kim from “Eat the Darn Cookie” back in Gainesville for more cookie decorating! Join ...

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 ...

University of Florida Molecular Mania at the Oaks Mall

Unleash your inner scientist with ghoulishly delightful activities! From creating fake snow to oobleck, you’ll have tons of fun while ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Oaks Mall Belk Food Court 6419 Newberry Road Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Admission is free for the brave souls who dare to join!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

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 ...

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 ...

Halloween at Haile Equestrian

Come enjoy our annual FREE EVENT This event will feature: -FREE pony rides -Costumed horses -Horse grooming & feeding stations -Trick or Treat -Games & More! Exclusive ...

IndepenDance Studio Boo Bash Halloween Pop-Up Camp

Come BOOgie with us! Join IndepenDANCE Studio for a Special Pop-Up Camp! -Dancing & Partying -Arts & Crafts -Games & Contests -Wear Your Halloween ...

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 Creativity Lab - Archer Branch

Have fun exploring a different project each month: arts, crafts, monsters, fossils, or dinosaurs - you never know what we'll ...

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 ...

Cupcakes & Conversations: Cribs and Credit

Calling all girls between the ages of 11-18! Join Dream on Purpose to learn about credit and how to prepare for ...

Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show

The 70th Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 25, 2024, and run through Sunday, ...

Santa Fe Saints Volleyball vs. Eastern Florida State College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Volleyball team!

  • 2:00 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

Slightly Frightly at The Bryer Patch

Come join us for our first Slightly Frightly weekend at The Bryer Patch! Our Slightly Frightly weekend will ...

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

Parenting for Heaven’s Sake!

It's not too late to join the events for our new parenting ministry. All parents with school-aged children are invited to ...

Newberry Main Street Scarecrow Road Halloween Event

Trick or Treat, Halloween Costume Contest, Pumpkin Carving Contest: October 26, 2024 from 3 PM – 6 PM. Free to ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Kiki’s Delivery Service 35th Anniversary

Celebrate this beloved coming-of-age story from the legendary Studio Ghibli and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki, about a resourceful young ...

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 ...

City of Waldo Fall Festival

This City of Waldo tradition will once again transform Waldo City Square into a Fall Festival ! Stop by to ...

Hawthorne Woman’s Club presents Hawthorne Community Halloween Howl

Please join us for this year's Halloween Howl! -Dunk Tank: Cornelius Ingram of the Hawthorne Hornets AND Principal Ed Haukland -Miniature Ponies: ...

Brooker Community School Fall Festival and Parade

Join us for a day of fun, food, and festivities at Brooker Community School's Fall Festival on October 26th! The excitement ...

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 ...

Balance 180 Flip or Treat

You are invited to Balance 180's Annual Flip-or-Treat Event! Join us for a gymnastics open house event full of SPOOKtacular ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Balance 180 Gymnastics & Sports Academy 6527 NW 18th Dr, Gainesville, FL, 32653
  • Cost: $20 for the first child and $5 for every additional sibling. Free entrance for trunks, adults and children ages 2 and under.
  • Website: balance180.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Chiefland Methodist Church Fall Festival

Come and enjoy this free family community event on Saturday, October 26th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. There will ...

City of Chiefland Trunk or Treat

Join us for safe and sweet Halloween treats. Free for all to enjoy.

Deeper Purpose Community Trunk or Treat & Kids Fest

Join us for an Area Community Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 26th, 2024 from 5 pm to 8 pm. ...

Greater Bethel AME Church Trunk or Treat

Spooky treats, hayrides and games! Costumes encouraged.

Greenfield Preschool Fall Festival

Come join for a night of free, fall, family fun! We are excited to kick off fall with all your ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 Northwest 16 Avenue, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Haunted Orange Lake Overlook Festival

Join ACT for a spooky night of fun! We will have Halloween themed games and activities for the whole family ...

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 ...

Oaks Mall Monster Mash and Trick Or Treat

Monster Mash Is Here Again! Join us at The Oaks Mall on October 26, 2024. Music, dancing, prizes and more! ...

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

The Balloon Glow & Laser Show Hot Air Balloon Festival

Coming to Clay County! October 25th & 26th 2024! Get the whole family out for a great family fun time! ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Clay County Fairgrounds 2493 State Road 16 W, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043-4818
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: www.freshtix.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua Trick or Treat on Main Street

Trick or Treat on Main Street is coming! Bring your kids to Downtown Alachua to trick or treat in a ...

History Bike Gainesville Haunted Hogtown

Haunted Hogtown 2024 is nigh! Come along as we draw back the veil to expose the ghostly history and haunted ...

Buck Bay Neighborhood Trick or Treat

Join us for a fun night of trick or treating. Located in the Buck Bay Neighborhood. Take Manatee Rd to ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Mistletoe Subdivision Trick or Treating

Hey y’all come join us for our annual neighborhood trick-or-treat event! Bring the whole family and enjoy seeing the Halloween ...

Ravine Gardens Halloween Spooktacular

Prepare yourself for a spine-tingling adventure at Ravine Gardens State Park, where the beauty of nature meets the thrill of ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park, 1600 Twigg St., Palatka, Florida 32177
  • Cost: $5.00 per person (cash only). Kids under 3 get in free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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

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 ...

Loomis Bros. Circus Gone Country Tour

Yeehaw! Join us for a family-friendly Country themed adventure like no other as the Loomis Bros. Circus rolls into town ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:45 pm 
  • Location: Gilchrist County Agriculture Complex 4050 S US Hwy 129, Bell, FL
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Soldiers Freedom Outdoors Haunted Trail

1 mile hike haunted trail at Soldiers Freedom Outdoors. All proceeds go back to supporting veterans and active duty military. ...

CountryWay Town Square Newberry Pro-Rodeo

Get ready for the wildest rodeo in town at the 7th Annual CountryWay Town Square Pro Rodeo - it's gonna ...

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