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December 22 - 28

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 ...

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 ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays

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

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 ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

PunkOuter Games Pokemon Play & Trade

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

Fathom presents The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker

Be enchanted by The Royal Ballet in this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Join Clara at a delightful ...

Dance Alive National Ballet presents Class with Clara

Join the charming ‘Clara’, heroine of the Nutcracker Ballet for a princess style ballet class onstage in the Kingdom of ...

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. ...

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

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 ...

Liberté Equestrian Theater Performance

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Liberté Equestrian Performance! Get ready to be mesmerized by the incredible skills ...

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: Family Fun, 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: Family Fun, 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 ...

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: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Christmas from the Hart

Come out to Hart Springs Park on the 3rd Weekend from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm and experience the wonder and joy ...

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: Family Fun, 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Read With A Horse

Come read a story with a special guest from Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses! We'll also have a fun horse-themed ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Branch Courtyard: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

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: Family Fun, 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 ...

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: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Fathom presents The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker

Be enchanted by The Royal Ballet in this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Join Clara at a delightful ...

NAMI Family Support Group

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

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 ...

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 ...

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights- Silent Night

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: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour

Come enjoy a White Christmas with us and see Lotis- the Baby White Lioness! The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is ...

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 ...

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: 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: 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 ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Library Kid Time

Join us for games, arts and crafts projects, and MakerSpace explorations. Children are welcome to hang out, play games, create arts ...

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 ...

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: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Junior Elite Ballers Technical Skills Soccer Training

I’m excited to announce our Junior Elite Ballers Technical Skills Training starting this week Friday, October 25th 2024 and will ...

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: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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.

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 ...

A History of Kwanzaa at A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center

Join us for a history of Kwanzaa with local historian and storytellers Kali Blount and Turbado Marabou. Dance to the ...

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

Playlist at Celebration Pointe

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

Sunrise 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 ...

Depot Park parkrun

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour

Come enjoy a White Christmas with us and see Lotis- the Baby White Lioness! The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is ...

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 ...

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 ...

Repurpose Project Kids Club

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

Rim Ramble Hike at Paynes Prairie

Paynes Prairie is a 23,000-acre preserve managed by the Florida Park Service. In 1774, William Bartram, a naturalist from Philadelphia, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 Waldo Branch: Story Time- New Years

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 ...

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Storytime

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

High Springs Museum Open Day

It is Saturday and our museum is open from 11 AM to 4 PM every Saturday. Come and see what ...

Mill Creek Farm Retirement Home for Horses

Bring a bag (or bags) of carrots to feed the horses on Saturdays! The Retirement Home for Horses provides lifetime ...

Skate Station Funworks Roller Skating Lessons

You are never too young or old to Learn to Skate! Skate Station Funworks offers a skating lesson program on ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

Flying Pig Parade

Gainesville’s greatest event, the Flying Pig Parade, is stepping out. Once again it will celebrate all that is wild and ...

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 ...

Liberté Equestrian Theater Performance

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Liberté Equestrian Performance! Get ready to be mesmerized by the incredible skills ...

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 ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

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: Family Fun, Holiday Events
December 22 - 28