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31December

NYE Tree Planting at Boulware Springs

Just in time for the New Year, from Gainesville Greenway Challenge! Join us December 31, next Tuesday, in our restoration ...

Carson Springs Wildlife New Year Walk or Ride Tour

The New Year Walk or Ride Tour is great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. It’s ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Race into 2025 New Years Playgroup

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup and RACE into 2025! We're counting down til noon in the park. On December ...

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Due to a power outage at the location, the Headquarters Library will be closed on December 31. Join us for a ...

Alachua County Library: Sensory Adventures at Alachua Branch

Join us as we learn through play! Each month we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the ...

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, ...

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 & ...

Gators Dockside Kids Night

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

Sparks in the Park at Depot Park

Sparks in the Park is back, come out and celebrate New Year's Eve in Depot Park. All festivities are free, ...

Spark Wonder New Year's Celebration at the Cade Museum

Reflect, celebrate, and anticipate the New Year with the Cade Museum. Watch Depot Park’s dazzling fireworks show from the comfort of ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Adults (18 and up): $40 | Youth (5-17): $30 | Youth (0-4): Free
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

Calvary Chapel Family New Years Bonfire

Gather around the fire with us on Tuesday, December 31st. We will enjoy smore’s and sweet fellowship as we say ...

Skate Station Funworks: New Year's Eve Late Skate

New Year's Eve Late Skate!

City of Gainesville Downtown Countdown

Get ready to ring in the New Year at Bo Diddley Plaza with the Downtown Countdown! Join us for a ...

01January

Alachua Audubon Society: Alachua County Big Day

Now starting at 7 am! On New Year's Day, kick off your birding year with our free, guided Alachua County ...

Depot Park New Years Day parkrun: Pajama Edition

Start the New Year the comfiest way possible! Join us on New Year’s Day at Depot Park for a special ...

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 ...

First Day Hike at Dudley Farm Historic State Park

First Day Hike-All 50 states are offering First Day Hikes in state parks across the country as a way to ...

First Day Hike with Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Guided Hike at Price’s Scrub Preserve State Park. Kick off the new year with a scenic 2-mile guided hike led ...

Frank Shorter Mile and Mustache Run Kids Race

Ring in the New Year with a fast mile! Our traditional Frank Shorter mile will kick off your new year ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Westside Park 1001 NW 31 Dr Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: FREE for current FTC members and kids; $15 for non-members.
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs, Free

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Carson Springs Wildlife New Year Walk or Ride Tour

The New Year Walk or Ride Tour is great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. It’s ...

First Day Hike at Fanning Springs State Park

Join Park Rangers for a guided hike along Fanning Springs State Park's 3/4-mile nature trail. Hikers will have a chance ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

02January

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center closed on December 31 and January 1 for New Years. December 30 from 10 am-5 pm January 2 ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

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

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - High Springs Branch

Toddlers and preschool age children will enjoy music, dance, and play while bonding with their caregivers. Music plays an essential role ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

Alachua County Library 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 ...

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Read with a Dog

Come join us and read to a furry friend! This program is in partnership with HOPE Animal Assisted Crisis Response ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: STEAM Crafts

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

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 ...

03January

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 ...

Alachua County Library Homeschool Creators - High Springs Branch

Art and science explorations will be offered for homeschool children and teens on the first Friday of the month. These activities ...

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Teddy Bear & Friends Clinic

Participants visit with a veterinarian while their stuffed animal friend gets a check up/minor repairs done. Children bring one of their ...

  • 12:30 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Frogs and Friends Friday at Morningside Nature Center

FREE. Every 1st Friday of the Month at 2 pm at Morningside Nature Center’s picnic pavilion (Screened pavilion located at ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Open Studio Art Self Expression

Let your creativity flow in our open art studio every Friday. Drop in any time between 1 and 4 pm ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

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 ...

Fort White Soccer Inc. Winter Social

Fort White Soccer Inc. invites your child and their friends to a night of dancing, music and community. Our 2025 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 17579 Fl-47, Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: $18.50, $25 tickets available at the door (space is limited)
  • Website: www.fortwhitesoccerclub.com
  • Category: Other

Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball vs. Southern Crescent Technical College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball team!

Flip Factory Zone Friday Night Lights

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

04January

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 ...

Iche Nippy Dip Day Swim and Paddle, Ichetucknee Headspring

Dive into the new year with a refreshing splash at Ichetucknee Springs State Park's annual tradition – Iche Nippy Dip ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Ichetucknee Headspring and Ichetucknee North Launch, Ichetucknee S.P. North Entrance, 8294 SW Elim Church Rd, Fort White
  • Cost: Outing is free to WWALS members, and $10 (ten dollars) for non-members. There is also a state park $6 per vehicle fee.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Living History Saturday at Morningside Nature Center

First Saturday of the month September–May, from 9 am–4:30 pm at the Living History Farm. C’mon home to the Living ...

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 ...

Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour

We can run kids clay hours with hands-on project you make WITH your kiddo! We have all the parts ready ...

The Home Depot Kids Workshops

Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month ...

Gainesville Circus Center Toddler Time

Saturday morning Toddler Time for ages 2-4 from 9:30 am-11 am. Stretch, strengthen and move your body in a semi-structured ...

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 ...

Soccer Shots North Central Florida Free Fun Day

Free Fun Day for children ages 2-8 to try out our program for the upcoming spring season! Mini (children ages 2-3) ...

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 ...

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour

We have a guided tour the first Saturday of every month at 10 am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Lowe's Kids Workshops

Time to get to work! Bring your mini-DIYer into Lowe’s at one of the select time slots. Workshops hosted by ...

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, ...

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 (Saturday Special) - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Saturday Special Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Saturday Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Join us on the first Saturday of January and February for a musical morning! Kids can sing and dance while ...

Alachua County Library Saturday Story Time - High Springs Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...

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 ...

Sun Country Sports Center Ninja Jam

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

Sun Country Sports Center Gym Jam

Gym Jam and Gym Jam Jr. are perfect gymnastic options for your child if you don’t want to commit to ...

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 Archer Branch: Creativity Lab

Have fun exploring a different project each month: arts, crafts, science - you never know what we'll delve into next... Geared ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

Sequential Artists Workshop SAW Draw Jam

Join us for SAW's IN-PERSON Draw Jam hosted by SAW Alumni Amy Lindroth and Elli Rhodes! This is a FREE ...

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 ...

05January

USAA Florida State Indoor Championship

This competition is an all ages indoor target archery event sanctioned through USA Archery. The competition will be run by ...

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, ...

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, ...

UF Women's Basketball vs University of Georgia

Come out and support your Gators Women's Basketball team as they take on the University of Georgia!

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Exactech Arena at UF Stephen C. O'Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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.

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Ranger Led Hikes

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

RSE Basketball Tryouts

RSE Basketball Tryouts Coming January 5th, 2025! Calling all top youth athletes ready to compete at the highest level! RSE ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: bondsports.co
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center closed on December 31 and January 1 for New Years. December 30 from 10 am-5 pm January 2 ...

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: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • 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

Liberté Equestrian Theater Performance

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

06January

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 ...

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 ...

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