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09December

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Sandy's Place Santa and Mrs. Claus Visit

Bring the kids in to meet Santa & Mrs. Claus! They will be in from 6-8 pm tonight! We also ...

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

10December

Smart Start at Zion Christmas

Christmas Sing-A-Long Music and Movement Classes Tuesday, December 3 at 10 am Tuesday, December 10 at 10 am Christmas Party Saturday, December 14 ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Suggested donation: $5 per family
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bass Pro Shops Storytime with Santa

Join us every Tuesday from November 5th through December 17th at 5 pm for a fun holiday book reading with ...

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

1000 Voices of Florida, INC: Holiday Unity Orchestra and Choral Concert

Join the Holiday Unity Chorus and Orchestra, inspired by Tacachale, for this free concert to get in the spirit of ...

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

11December

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Letters to Santa

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

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Cookie Decorating at The Windsor of Gainesville

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup for some holiday fun at The Windsor of Gainesville. We will decorate cookies, listen ...

Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County Christmas Pajama Party

Exclusive Christmas Pajama Party for ELCAC Book Club Members! We’re thrilled to host an exclusive event for our ELCAC Book ...

  • 11:30 am 
  • Location: Cone Park Library, 2801 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: Free but registration is required! Registration closes Monday, December 9th
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Trinity UMC: Christmas Dinner, Cantata and Live Nativity

An Advent Celebration December 11, 2024 | Trinity’s Worship Center Enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by Chef Missi, LIVE Nativity, and hot ...

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: Trinity United Methodist Church: 4000 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Reservations required/$15 per person
  • Website: trinitygnv.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Healthy Learning Academy Holiday Performance at Tioga

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and come enjoy a Holiday Performance, featuring Healthy Learning Academy on Wednesday, December 11th ...

Spring Ridge First Church of God: Bethlehem VBS

Wednesdays-Decembers 4th, 11th, and 18th. 6:30-7:30 pm. Ages K-6th grade! Journey to Bethlehem and experience “The Reason For The Season.”

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

The Hippodrome presents Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show

Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show Presented by the Hippodrome By Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen A Christmas Carol is transformed into ...

12December

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Candy Cane Cafe

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

Fun 4 Gator Kids Cookie Decorating Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency! We will decorate cookies and do a Holiday Craft. ...

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

The Hippodrome presents Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show

Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show Presented by the Hippodrome By Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen A Christmas Carol is transformed into ...

Chief Theatre presents A Christmas Carol

In this fresh, fun and lively adaptation of A Christmas Carol, you'll meet Mr. Bentley, learn about the letters Scrooge ...

13December

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - J is for Jingle Bells

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

Santa At Stay & Play

Come meet Santa at this Friday's Stay & Play! We will begin at 11 am and finish at 11:30 am ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 333 SW 140th Terr, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: $13.50/member, $16.75 non-members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Amber Brooke Farms Winter Festival

Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: TBA
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bryer Patch: Christmas at The Patch

We are so excited to announce our first annual Christmas at The Patch season! Come spread Christmas cheer with us! Enjoy ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Age 13 & up- $10 per person | Age 3-12- $8 per person | 2 & under free | Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Train Guys and Santa Claus

What would the 1896 railroad workers think? Toy trains running on the very grounds they used to build the oldest ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Winter Wonderland at The North Central Florida YMCA

Experience Winter Wonderland: A Magical Holiday Spectacle in Gainesville, FL. Ignite Your Holiday Spirit with over 100,000 Dazzling Lights at ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Early Bird Pricing until November 1st, General Admission is only $12! (Standard ticket price $15)
  • Website: winterwonderlandfl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gilchrist County Old Fashioned Christmas Festival

Mark your calendars and join us for the annual Gilchrist County Old Fashioned Christmas Festival! In true Christmas spirit, local ...

High Springs Brewing Company Whoville Village

Join us December 13th and 14th from 6-9 pm for Whoville Village! Come take your pictures with the Grinch and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2024 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 13th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Limitless Legends Football Club Practice/Scrimmage Holiday Meet Up

Holiday meet up! Let’s get together before the holidays and have some soccer fun! Email for more information.

Morning Star Church presents a Walk to Bethlehem

Every year Morning Star Baptist Church puts on a beautiful walk through Bethlehem highlighting the story of Jesus’s birth! Event ...

Servants of Christ Anglican Church Gingerbread Family Night

Join us for a fun gingerbread night! All children, youth and their families are invited. There will be stations to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3530 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Annasemble Holiday Concert

Come out and enjoy Holiday Tunes from Around the World! Presented by Annasemble Community Orchestra of Gainesville. Bring the family ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Gainesville 4225 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.annasemble.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

City of Gainesville presents Movie Night at Bo Diddley Plaza featuring Disney's Frozen

City of Gainesville presents Movie Night at Bo Diddley Plaza featuring Disney's Frozen Movie begins at 7 p.m. Refreshments are available for ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Danscompany presents Cinderella

Join the Danscompany of Gainesville for the magical ballet and holiday tradition of Cinderella

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: General Admission $15, Children 10 and under free with new, unwrapped toy or book (while supplies last)
  • Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Holiday Events

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

The Pentecostals of Gainesville: Joy — A Christmas Concert

Welcome to the third year of our annual Christmas concert! This is a year of rejoicing, this is a year ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Pentecostals of Gainesville 8105 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Chief Theatre presents A Christmas Carol

In this fresh, fun and lively adaptation of A Christmas Carol, you'll meet Mr. Bentley, learn about the letters Scrooge ...

High Springs Playhouse presents Farndale Avenue: A Christmas Carol

High Springs Playhouse presents Farndale Avenue: A Christmas Carol By David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin, Jr. Loosely based on Charles Dickens' A ...

The Hippodrome presents Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show

Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show Presented by the Hippodrome By Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen A Christmas Carol is transformed into ...

14December

Gainesville Dunkin® and The Grinch Event

To spread holiday cheer, the Gainesville Dunkin’® at 3710 NW 13th Street is hosting a special event this Saturday, December ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3710 NW 13th St, Gainesville, FL, 32609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Category: Holiday Events

Merry Melrose Christmas Parade

Holiday cheering and fun for everyone! Please come join us for our merry Melrose Christmas parade. A Story Book Christmas! 8 am-9 ...

Mr and Mrs Claus Visit Deep Creek Game Farm

We will have a face painter, and Mr & Mrs. Clause will be handing out cookies and will be available ...

Ray's Reindeer Rumble- 3v3 Soccer Tournament

3v3's are great events, with fast-paced small-sided action where all of the players get a ton of touches on the ...

Santa Paws 5k-9 and 10K-9

This race benefits the North Central Florida Humane Society.Their vision and purpose is to help create a vibrant, animal welfare-focused ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: $35-$44.96
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Candy Cane Lane Winter Festival at The Alachua County Farmers' Market

Come join us at Alachua County Farmers Market for our Big Winter Festival, and take a walk down “Candy Cane ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Farmers' Market 5920 NW 13th St. Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holly Jolly Breakfast with Santa at Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall

Come Enjoy a Holly Jolly Breakfast with Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall! Join us in the food court on December 14th, 9:00 ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Oaks Mall: 6419 W Newberry Rd Ste G8, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, Family bundle (4 tickets) for just $30!
Kids under 2 attend for free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mayhem Ranch Breakfast with Santa

Experience the magic of the season at our Breakfast with Santa & his Reindeer! Join us for a cozy morning, ...

Otter Creek: Christmas at the Creek

Bring the kids to visit with Santa & Mrs Claus from 10 am-5 pm then head to Santa’s workshop where ...

Town of Fort White Breakfast with Santa

FREE Breakfast with Santa for all kids through 8th grade. Kids must be accompanied by a parent/guardian!

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Fort White Community Center - 17579 SW State Road 47 Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.fortwhitefl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Brown's Country Buffet: Breakfast and Photos with Santa

Join us for a fun-filled morning with Santa! Enjoy our delicious Saturday meal and make memories with family and friends. ...

Northwood Oaks Veterinary Hospital Pictures with Santa!

Please join us for pictures with Santa as he makes a special trip to Northwood Oaks Veterinary Hospital! Furry and ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Northwood Oaks Veterinary Hospital, 5331 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Ravine Gardens State Park Marketplace in the Gardens

Join us for Marketplace in the Gardens! Vendors, Music, Santa, Kid’s Crafts, Gingerbread House Competition, Food Trucks and More!

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: $5 per vehicle
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Smart Start at Zion Christmas Party

Christmas Sing-A-Long Music and Movement Classes Tuesday, December 3 at 10 am Tuesday, December 10 at 10 am Christmas Party Saturday, December 14 ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Suggested donation: $5 per family
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead

Come visit the 1856 Historic Haile Homestead and enjoy our Vintage Holidays decorations on our guided tours! Come see the ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
  • Cost: $5 per person, under 12 free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Alachua Christmas Parade

Join us on Alachua's beautiful Main Street for our beloved Annual Christmas Parade, a festive celebration that brings the enchanting ...

All About Elephants presents Elephant Appreciation Christmas Fundraiser

All About Elephants presents Elephant Appreciation Christmas Fundraiser at Two Tails Ranch Food, special guests, educational animal talks, and animal interactions ...

Amber Brooke Farms Winter Festival

Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...

  • 11:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $14.95 per person Ages 3 and Up | Ages 2 and Under Free
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Archer St. Phillip’s Lodge 55 Christmas Toy Drive Event

Food, drinks, music and entertainment. Kids must be present to receive toys.

Mayhem Ranch Winter Festival

Santa and his Reindeer will be at Mayhem Ranch starting December 14-22, 2024! Our Winter Festival will be open on ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: $15.00 Per Person, 2 & under FREE!
  • Website: mayhemranchfl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa at Hitchcock's Markets

Sleigh, what?! Santa Claus is coming to Hitchcock's? Come in and get your picture taken with the big guy on ...

Holiday Marketplace at Swamp Head Brewery

The holidays are brewing! Join Shop Otis's Closet Boutique and Swamp Head Brewery at the brewery Saturday, December 14th for ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Pop-Up Markets at the AUK Market

One of our biggest markets of the year where spectacular makers + artists share thoughtfully-made & truly unique goods! During this ...

Town of Fort White Christmas Parade

See floats and parade participants celebrating the holiday season on their route through the Town of Fort White, FL! The ...

Two Hawk Hammock Country Circus

It's time for the 14th annual Two Hawk Country Circus! Live music, Arts & Crafts vendors, Circus Arts, Trick Riding ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Two Hawk Hammock 17950 Northeast 53rd Lane Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Tickets $15 Advanced | $20 Door | $12 Senior/Military Discount | Kids 12 and under FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Danscompany presents Cinderella

Join the Danscompany of Gainesville for the magical ballet and holiday tradition of Cinderella

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: General Admission $15, Children 10 and under free with new, unwrapped toy or book (while supplies last)
  • Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Bah Humbug to dashing through the snow in Florida, join the ghosts ...

Shining Star Music Academy Jingle on the Lawn at Town of Tioga

Exciting things are happening! Bring a blanket and join us on the lawn!

  • 1:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Town of Tioga 104 SW 131st Street, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Train Guys and Santa Claus

What would the 1896 railroad workers think? Toy trains running on the very grounds they used to build the oldest ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Westside Baptist Church Christmas Concert- A Westside Christmas

Join us for our multi-generational Christmas Concert, A Westside Christmas! There will be three showings at our Newberry Road campus ...

Barbergators Chorus and Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus presents Holiday Harmonies XI - A Musical Celebration

The Barbergators Chorus and the Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus join together for a Gainesville holiday tradition! Our 11th annual holiday ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $20 adults, $15 Students and Seniors
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bronson Winter Wonderland at the Park

Children can visit with Santa, play mini-games, and make holiday crafts. Christmas fun to be had by all. Goodies and ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Let It Snow

Come enjoy a "Music 360" experience for the whole family with Music 360: Let It Snow! This 30-minute full-dome show features ...

4th Ave Food Park presents UF Driveway Theatre Project: A Christmas Carol

Catch a live radio play of "A Christmas Carol" by the University of Florida Performing Arts Driveway Theatre Project.

Future Endeavors Christmas Fair & Market

Come out and spend some family time while enjoying local crafts from our vendors, games, face painting, food trucks, and ...

Studio TM Ceramics December Holiday Family Parties

Looking for things to do this Holiday Season for you and the family? We’ve got just the thing! Our Holiday ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1854 NE 2nd St, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $75 per 2 (1 adult, 1 child) Each additional child is $30.
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Bah Humbug to dashing through the snow in Florida, join the ghosts ...

Bryer Patch: Christmas at The Patch

We are so excited to announce our first annual Christmas at The Patch season! Come spread Christmas cheer with us! Enjoy ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Age 13 & up- $10 per person | Age 3-12- $8 per person | 2 & under free | Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Open House at Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park

The annual holiday event at the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park will be held on Saturday, December 14 and ...

Newberry Movie in the Park: Elf, Kids Activities & Golf Cart Decorating Contest!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Join us on Saturday, December 14th from 5-8 pm at Barry Park ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Barry Park next to the Newberry Municipal Building 25440 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Quarry at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens

Join us for Christmas in the Quarry, where the gardens transform into a dazzling winter wonderland for seven nights in ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens, 4990 NE 180th Ave., Williston, Florida
  • Cost: Adults: $10 | Kids Age 6-13: $5 | Kids Age 5 & Under: Free | Members: Free
  • Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Winter Wonderland at The North Central Florida YMCA

Experience Winter Wonderland: A Magical Holiday Spectacle in Gainesville, FL. Ignite Your Holiday Spirit with over 100,000 Dazzling Lights at ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Early Bird Pricing until November 1st, General Admission is only $12! (Standard ticket price $15)
  • Website: winterwonderlandfl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

High Springs Brewing Company Whoville Village

Join us December 13th and 14th from 6-9 pm for Whoville Village! Come take your pictures with the Grinch and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

High Springs Nutcracker Christmas Parade

Lineup will be from 4-5:30 pm at the Civic Center where you will receive your number. All participants/floats entering the ...

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2024 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 13th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Kiwanis Christmas Parade at Keystone Heights

Christmas Cheer throughout the Years!

Lake Butler Christmas Parade

The 2024 City of Lake Butler, Florida Christmas Parade has been set for Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 6:00 pm! The ...

Morning Star Church presents a Walk to Bethlehem

Every year Morning Star Baptist Church puts on a beautiful walk through Bethlehem highlighting the story of Jesus’s birth! Event ...

RADD Sports Charity Reindeer Fun Run

Join us at the Alachua County Sports and Events Center, and Celebration Pointe, on December 14th, 2024 to kick off ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Rudolph Dash - Free | Reindeer Run - $20
  • Website: bondsports.co
  • Category: Holiday Events

Westside Baptist Church Christmas Concert- A Westside Christmas

Join us for our multi-generational Christmas Concert, A Westside Christmas! There will be three showings at our Newberry Road campus ...

Danscompany presents Cinderella

Join the Danscompany of Gainesville for the magical ballet and holiday tradition of Cinderella

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: General Admission $15, Children 10 and under free with new, unwrapped toy or book (while supplies last)
  • Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Holiday Events

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

McIntosh: Keeping McIntosh Merry and Bright

Join the Fun on December 14, 2024! Santa Claus comes to town on a firetruck led by a parade of ...

Chief Theatre presents A Christmas Carol

In this fresh, fun and lively adaptation of A Christmas Carol, you'll meet Mr. Bentley, learn about the letters Scrooge ...

High Springs Playhouse presents Farndale Avenue: A Christmas Carol

High Springs Playhouse presents Farndale Avenue: A Christmas Carol By David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin, Jr. Loosely based on Charles Dickens' A ...

The Hippodrome presents Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show

Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show Presented by the Hippodrome By Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen A Christmas Carol is transformed into ...

15December

Holiday Kid's Day at 4th Ave Food Park

Bring the family for a fun-filled holiday kids' day from 10 AM-2 PM! We'll have snow, balloon animals, face painting, ...

Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead

Come visit the 1856 Historic Haile Homestead and enjoy our Vintage Holidays decorations on our guided tours! Come see the ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
  • Cost: $5 per person, under 12 free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

All About Elephants presents Elephant Appreciation Christmas Fundraiser

All About Elephants presents Elephant Appreciation Christmas Fundraiser at Two Tails Ranch Food, special guests, educational animal talks, and animal interactions ...

Amber Brooke Farms Winter Festival

Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...

  • 11:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $14.95 per person Ages 3 and Up | Ages 2 and Under Free
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mayhem Ranch Winter Festival

Santa and his Reindeer will be at Mayhem Ranch starting December 14-22, 2024! Our Winter Festival will be open on ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: $15.00 Per Person, 2 & under FREE!
  • Website: mayhemranchfl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary December Farmers Moo-ket

Join us for our December Farmers Moo-ket! Meet the adorable critters of Critter Creek, savor delicious plant-based goodies, and shop ...

  • 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: Holiday Events

Fathom's Big Screen Classics: White Christmas 70th Anniversary

Two talented song and dance men (Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye) team up after the war to become one of ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Regal Butler Town Center 14 3101 SW 35 Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Child $12.90 | $15.05 General Admission
  • Website: www.fathomevents.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Studio TM Ceramics December Holiday Family Parties

Looking for things to do this Holiday Season for you and the family? We’ve got just the thing! Our Holiday ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1854 NE 2nd St, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $75 per 2 (1 adult, 1 child) Each additional child is $30.
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Sunburst Beauty Gainesville Christmas Pageant

Celebrate this joyous season with us in The Oaks Mall. A must do event with your family! Gorgeous awards to ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Oaks Mall 6419 Newberry Road Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Alachua Conservation Trust Holiday Mingle

Bring your friends and family for a celebration of this year's conservation victories! Enjoy light food, drinks, and plenty of ...

Chief Theatre presents A Christmas Carol

In this fresh, fun and lively adaptation of A Christmas Carol, you'll meet Mr. Bentley, learn about the letters Scrooge ...

Community Hanukkah Party

Come join us for an afternoon of fun and celebration at the Annual Community Hanukkah Party! Typically hosted by the ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Please consider supporting this event and the JCNCF with a suggested donation of $18
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

High Springs Playhouse presents Farndale Avenue: A Christmas Carol

High Springs Playhouse presents Farndale Avenue: A Christmas Carol By David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin, Jr. Loosely based on Charles Dickens' A ...

The Hippodrome presents Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show

Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show Presented by the Hippodrome By Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen A Christmas Carol is transformed into ...

Westside Baptist Church Christmas Concert- A Westside Christmas

Join us for our multi-generational Christmas Concert, A Westside Christmas! There will be three showings at our Newberry Road campus ...

Gainesville Community Band: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Come celebrate the holidays with the Gainesville Community Band, in our season long 50th Anniversary celebration! We will be playing ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Jackson N Sasser Fine Arts Hall 3000 NW 83 St E-127, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $5 donation at the door
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Sunday with Santa at Blackadder Brewing

Santa is back at Blackadder Brewing! Have your wish lists ready for the big guy in the red suit and ...

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Quarry at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens

Join us for Christmas in the Quarry, where the gardens transform into a dazzling winter wonderland for seven nights in ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens, 4990 NE 180th Ave., Williston, Florida
  • Cost: Adults: $10 | Kids Age 6-13: $5 | Kids Age 5 & Under: Free | Members: Free
  • Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Winter Wonderland at The North Central Florida YMCA

Experience Winter Wonderland: A Magical Holiday Spectacle in Gainesville, FL. Ignite Your Holiday Spirit with over 100,000 Dazzling Lights at ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Early Bird Pricing until November 1st, General Admission is only $12! (Standard ticket price $15)
  • Website: winterwonderlandfl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Herlong Mansion Bed and Breakfast presents A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol Live Period Radio Play. Live on the lawn!

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2024 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 13th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Morning Star Church presents a Walk to Bethlehem

Every year Morning Star Baptist Church puts on a beautiful walk through Bethlehem highlighting the story of Jesus’s birth! Event ...

North Central Baptist Church: Smoky Mountain Christmas

North Central Baptist is excited to announce Smoky Mountain Christmas with the Privettes on December 15th at 6 pm! This ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: North Central Baptist Church 8001 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: northcentral.life
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Pentecostals of Gainesville: Joy — A Christmas Concert

Welcome to the third year of our annual Christmas concert! This is a year of rejoicing, this is a year ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Pentecostals of Gainesville 8105 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Bah Humbug to dashing through the snow in Florida, join the ghosts ...

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