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Alachua Audubon Field Trip: World Equestrian Center—Ocala

Join us for our first-ever field trip to the World Equestrian Center in Ocala! Meet at (free) parking at main ...

Gift Certificates and More Chicken Week

Chicken Week starts Next Monday! Get GREAT deals on chicken sandwiches, chicken fingers, rotisserie chicken, chicken wings, chicken tenders, smoked ...

  • 8:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Living Chessboard Auditions

Come audition for the Thieves Guilde Productions, Inc. Living Chessboard for the 2025 Hoggetowne Medieval Faire! We're looking for a diverse ...

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 ...

One Love Cafe Rock Painting

Bring your family and have a great time while you paint rocks on select Sundays. All materials will be supplied, ...

Barnes and Noble Harry Potter- Free LEGO Build Event

Join us for our 2nd LEGO build of the year! We have a FREE LEGO build to give out and ...

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 ...

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 ...

Painting with a Twist: The Avatar's Love

Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...

PunkOuter Games Pokemon Play & Trade

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

Studio Ghibli Fest Whisper of the Heart

When quiet bookworm Shizuku follows a mysterious cat to an antique shop, she meets Seiji, a classmate who is determined ...

UF Health Breastfeeding Class

The Breastfeeding Class is intended to provide important information about the basics of breastfeeding. Please schedule your childbirth classes so that ...

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

SASS Go and GoodNature Pet Store: Self-Defense Class for Women

Are you ready for it? SASS Go and GoodNature Pet Store are proudly hosting our highly-anticipated self-defense class for women! ...

Florida Gators Soccer vs. UCF

Help cheer on the Gators Soccer team!

Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program

Join us for the Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program at the Headquarters Library and Clarence R. Kelly Center in ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, 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 ...

Sun Country Sports Center Boys Gymnastics Club Track

Join us in the gym! The Boys Gymnastics Club Track is an ideal choice for energetic boys ages 5-9 who ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: Tryout Cost: $35.00
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts

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 Sports and Events Center Pickleball Open Gym Calendar

This month we have a lot of Open Gym sessions for you to come and work on your skills and ...

High Springs Brewing Company Monday Movie Night

Join us on Monday Nights for Monday Movie Night happening weekly! Bring a comfy chair and be ready to enjoy ...

RADD Elite Boys Club Volleyball Tryouts

Take your game to a new level with our RADD Elite program! This program is designed for athletes who already ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: $50
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Cheer Open Gym Calendar

This month we have a lot of Open Gym sessions for you to come and work on your skills and ...

NAMI Family Support Group

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

Studio Ghibli Fest The Cat Returns

On her way home from school, Haru spots a cat with a small gift box in its mouth attempting to ...

Smart Start at Zion Late Summer Sessions

Smart Start at Zion presents Late Summer Sessions: Water, Wind and Weather starting Tuesday, August 13 at 9:30 am!

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.

Hippodrome State Theatre Christmas Carol and Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show Auditions

The Hippodrome State Theatre is looking for non-union, local actors for a "Christmas Carol" and "Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas ...

  • 2:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
  • Cost: See website for details
  • Website: thehipp.org
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts

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 Tower Road Branch: Introduction to Cajon with Shawn Manley

Learn the basics of playing the cajon and the history behind the instrument! The cajon, otherwise known as the box drum ...

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 ...

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Pickleball Open Gym Calendar

This month we have a lot of Open Gym sessions for you to come and work on your skills and ...

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Volleyball Open Gym Calendar

This month we have a lot of Open Gym sessions for you to come and work on your skills and ...

Gainesville Gaviatas Mermaid Camp

Join us this summer for our Summer Mermaids program! No experience necessary, this is the perfect opportunity for new athletes ...

Santa Fe Saints Volleyball vs. Florida State College at Jacksonville

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

Studio Ghibli Fest Whisper of the Heart

When quiet bookworm Shizuku follows a mysterious cat to an antique shop, she meets Seiji, a classmate who is determined ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

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

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Stories and music for children and their caregivers, plus you'll learn a sign or ...

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: School Age Program Passport to your library

Solve clues and earn stamps in your passport book. Adventure around the library solving clues to destinations and earn stamps ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Children's Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Hippodrome State Theatre Christmas Carol and Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas Show Auditions

The Hippodrome State Theatre is looking for non-union, local actors for a "Christmas Carol" and "Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Gainesville Christmas ...

  • 2:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville FL 32601
  • Cost: See website for details
  • Website: thehipp.org
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts

Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue: Back to School

Join us at the playground for this FREE event to learn about all kinds of back to school resources! There ...

Matheson History Museum Democracy Explorers

We'll play games and create crafts based on the "Voices and Votes" exhibition. Let's explore democracy together!

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: The Fold

At last, the monthly origami program you have been waiting for! The Fold is a monthly program where we will ...

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 ...

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 ...

RADD Elite Boys Club Volleyball Tryouts

Take your game to a new level with our RADD Elite program! This program is designed for athletes who already ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: $50
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Cheer Open Gym Calendar

This month we have a lot of Open Gym sessions for you to come and work on your skills and ...

Studio Ghibli Fest The Cat Returns

On her way home from school, Haru spots a cat with a small gift box in its mouth attempting to ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

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

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

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

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Story Time

Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun. Story Time is a ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

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

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

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

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

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

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Library Partnership Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us for 30 minutes of fun! Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at ...

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch Story Time at the Library

Join us for Story Time at the Micanopy Library with songs, stories, and a fun preschool craft to take home. ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Amazing Mazes

Solve and make amazing mazes! Attendees can solve and draw 2D mazes and build 3D mazes using our Q-BA-MAZE MakerSpace. This ...

Matheson History Museum Democracy Explorers

We'll play games and create crafts based on the "Voices and Votes" exhibition. Let's explore democracy together!

Summer at the Library: Summer STEAM Time

Join us in the Storywoods room every Thursday for Summer STEAM Time! Play, learn, and create with us as we keep ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

Play Tennis Gainesville Orange Ball Clinic

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

Tailgate Party at The Shoppes at Thornebrook

Fun for the whole family at the Shoppes at Thornebrook! Join us to celebrate the return of football season with ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Shoppes at Thornebrook 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 Gaviatas Mermaid Camp

Join us this summer for our Summer Mermaids program! No experience necessary, this is the perfect opportunity for new athletes ...

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 ...

Summer Race Series at High Springs BMX

High Springs BMX Saturday Nights | Gates open at 6:30 pm. Registration and practice until 7:30 pm Racing under the lights! ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 19449 NW 238th Street, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $8 to race, spectators are free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Civil Air Patrol Gainesville Composite Squadron Open House

Please join us for our open house at the Gainesville Composite Squadron on Thursday, August 29th at 7 pm! Everyone is ...

Camp Kulaqua Labor Day Family Camp Weekend

Get Ready for a Weekend of Fun, Friendship, and Fellowship! We’re gearing up for a fantastic Spirit-filled, inspirational weekend, and ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Camp Kulaqua, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: www.kulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Harn Museum Art Cart

Participate in an art experience! The Art Cart offers art activities, tactile opportunities, games and more for visitors of all ...

  • 2:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Alachua County Library: Kids Crafts at Cone Park Branch

Come join us as we explore the fun of arts and crafts! In this program we'll utilize MakerSpace and Creativebug to ...

Matheson History Museum Democracy Explorers

We'll play games and create crafts based on the "Voices and Votes" exhibition. Let's explore democracy together!

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Cheer Open Gym Calendar

This month we have a lot of Open Gym sessions for you to come and work on your skills and ...

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 ...

Artwalk Gainesville

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

City of Gainesville Free Fridays Concert Series

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series returns on April 5, and features local and regional musical talent ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Stomping Grounds Game Center 501 NW 23rd Avenue, Suite F, Gainesville, Florida, 32609
  • Cost: Bloomburrow Draft - $20
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Throwback 90’s-2000’s Tioga Concert Night featuring Chillula

Get ready! For the very first time ever, Chillula will be performing live at Tioga Town Center for a very ...

Camp Kulaqua Labor Day Family Camp Weekend

Get Ready for a Weekend of Fun, Friendship, and Fellowship! We’re gearing up for a fantastic Spirit-filled, inspirational weekend, and ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Camp Kulaqua, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: www.kulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Soccer Shots North Central Florida Free Fun Day

Free Fun Day for children ages 2-8 to try out our program for the upcoming Fall season! August 31, 2024 at ...

Sweet Meat Butcher Shop Anniversary Celebration

We are celebrating our 1 year anniversary. Cake and cupcakes will be provided. The kids can stay entertained with a ...

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 Labor Day Weekend

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with us! Saturday, August 31 at 10:00 am Monday, September 2 at 10:00 am Outdoor fun for all ages ...

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 ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - 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 ...

Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program

Join us for the Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program at the Headquarters Library and Clarence R. Kelly Center in ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, 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 ...

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Storytime

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

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 ...

Moonpreneur Free Robotics Workshop

Join us for a free robotics workshop designed for kids aged 7-14. This in-person robotics workshop includes: -75-min interactive session on ...

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 ...

T.B. McPherson Center Open House

T.B. McPherson is live and our community will thrive! Come to the open house and check out the amazing programming ...

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 ...

Beast Mode Kids Day Camp

Starting this Saturday, August 31st and Sunday, September 1st Beast Mode Boxing and Fitness - Gym Gainesville is $25 for ...

Love Has No Color- Twila Love Fest

Live DJ, games, bounce houses, water slide and on-site vendors. Bring your tent, chairs, blanket or lounge chairs.

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Maddox Park 17100 SW Archer Rd, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Trading Day UF vs Miami at The Meelypops Shop

Trading Day Is Back! Come on out to trade/sell/buy with tons of collectors from north/central Florida & South Georgia! 12-6 ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Meelypops Shop, 3700 NW 91st St, Ste E-100, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

Painting with a Twist: Glow Animals - Rubber Duck

Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...

Painting with a Twist: Snuggle Bug

Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...

Stomping Grounds Game Center Standard Showdown

Play three rounds of Standard Showdown for special promos and prize packs to top finishers.

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Stomping Grounds Game Center 501 NW 23rd Avenue, Suite F, Gainesville, Florida, 32609
  • Cost: Entry Fee: $5
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium - Space Park 360: Infinity

SpacePark360: Infinity The long-awaited sequel to the original "Space Park 360" has arrived at the Kika Silva Pla Planetarium! "Space ...

Matheson History Museum Democracy Explorers

We'll play games and create crafts based on the "Voices and Votes" exhibition. Let's explore democracy together!

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 ...

UF Football: Gators vs. University of Miami

Gates open 1 1/2 hours prior to kickoff.

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 ...