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30March

SwampCon Cirque du Gator

For Swampcon 2025, we're pleased to invite you to a one-of-a-kind trip to Wonderland. Every mad soul's welcome in this ...

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Splish 'n' Dash hosted by the ACYTC

A swim - run event hosted by the Alachua County Youth Triathlon Club (ACYTC). Race is open to kids ages ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: $15 per registrant (advance); $20 day of
  • Website: acytc.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Gator Band 5K & Field Day

Join us for the Gator Band 5K and Field Day, an annual event put on by the brothers of the ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Gator Band Practice Field 1273 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $35 for community members, $30 for students with a valid UF ID. Prices increase on the day of the event! Field Day cost is included in the registration for either option of the 5K, or it can be purchased separately for $10.
  • Website: kkpsiah.org
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Bradford Strawberry Festival

The Annual Bradford County Strawberry Festival has food, entertainment, and fun!

Ripple Rum 138 Merfolk Fest

Attention all sea creatures, water spirits, sirens, mermaids, mermen and half human/half fish people. Join us and vendors of phishy ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...

St Augustine Lions Seafood Festival

St. Augustine Lions Spring Seafood Festival. April 6th-7th, 2024. Fun since 1981. Great Food, Live Music, Entertainment and Activities, Arts ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 25 W Castillo Dr, St Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: General Admission: $10, Children 12 & under FREE
  • Website: lionsfestival.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sunflower Festival at Amber Brooke Farms

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER! Our ALL-NEW Sunflower Festival is Here! Get ready for blooming fields, vibrant zinnias, and sun-soaked fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston FL 32696
  • Cost: $14.95 online (plus tax and processing fee) | $16.95 at the gate
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

Sequential Artists Workshop Comics for Teens

Do you have a teen artist in GNV who loves comics? Whether they’re just getting started or already deep into ...

Swamp Axe Co. Family Day Sunday

Make Sunday a Family Fun Day at Swamp Axe! Looking for a unique way to spend quality time with your ...

Florida Vintage Market

Free & Family Friendly Outdoor Event! "The Florida Vintage Market" is a unique outdoor shopping experience in the heart of ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Corks and Colors: All Ages Sloth

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive 10 minutes early to choose your seat ...

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.

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime: The Musical

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime! This Tony Award-winning musical weaves together the lives of three diverse families at the turn ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets: $24 | Senior Tickets $20 | Student Tickets $12
  • Website: www.gcplayhouse.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

PunkOuter Games Pokemon League Casual

Join PunkOuter's Pokémon League every Sunday for casual Pokémon play! One of our Pokémon Professors will lead Trainers in setting up ...

Dance Alive National Ballet and Pofahl Studios Present The Next Generation’s Spring Concert

The City of Alachua and Dance Alive National Ballet are pleased to present this first collaborative program between DANB’s Next ...

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 ...

Archer Vs Orange Lake Softball Tournament

Family fun, rain or shine!

A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center presents Blues on the Patio with Sheba The Mississippi Queen with Dr. Jules & Little David Thorton

Join the Queen of Blues Sheba the Mississippi Queen along with Dr. Jules and Little David Thornton for a rockin ...

31March

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 ...

Girl Scout Daisies, Unicorn Party in Gainesville

Calling Kindergarten & 1st grade girls & their families: Become a Daisy Girl Scout & Join Us at a Unicorn ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics

Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy

PunkOuter Games Board Game Night

Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...

01April

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym

Open gym schedule: Tuesday, April 1 from 9 am-5 pm Wednesday, April 2 from 9 am-5 pm Thursday, April 3 from 9 am-5 ...

Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids

Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch

Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

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, ...

Santa Fe Saints Softball vs. Seminole State College of Florida

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Softball team! Doubleheader at 2 pm & 4 pm

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 & ...

Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class

Children’s drawing class every Tuesday from 3:30 pm-4:30 pm. For ages 6 and up.

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up.

Chick-fil-A at Archer Road Family Night

Family night every first Tuesday of the month!

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 ...

Gators Dockside Kids Night

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

City of Gainesville Co-Ed Youth Volleyball Interest Meeting

Coaches and players needed! The City of Gainesville is looking to start a new sports program. If you or your ...

UF Baseball vs. North Florida

UF Baseball vs. North Florida

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

UF Performing Arts presents The Great Gatsby Ballet by the World Ballet Company

Something Great is coming to Gainesville this Spring! Join us for the World Premiere of The Great Gatsby Ballet! Step into ...

02April

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym

Open gym schedule: Tuesday, April 1 from 9 am-5 pm Wednesday, April 2 from 9 am-5 pm Thursday, April 3 from 9 am-5 ...

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 ...

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills

Waldorf inspired, child-led nature play around the fun treehouse and big sand pit. We will walk in nature, sing songs, ...

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 for Preschool Story Time. 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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Magical Flower Power Potions

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

Smart Start at Zion Spring Sessions

Spring Session begins! Class times are Wednesdays at 10:30 am! March 26, April 2, 9, 16 and 23 with a ...

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Alachua Branch

Our therapy dogs love to hear a good story! Children will have fun reading to a dog and will feel more ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming

Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

Alachua County Library: LegoSpace at Headquarters Branch

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Morningside Nature Center has a farm, ee—i—ee—i—oh! On this farm, ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Whatchamacallit Wednesdays

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: arts & crafts, MakerSpace, ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Puppet Story Time

Join us for an interactive puppet storytime. Stories, songs, and more will all be done using puppets. This program is ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Storywoods Room: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Minecraft Self-Portraits

Join us in the Children's Area to create your own Minecraft self-portrait! All supplies will be provided. If you have ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:30 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

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at High Springs Branch

Therapy dogs love to be read to, so bring in your favorite book to read or choose one of ours. Children ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Gatorball Academy Pitching Clinics

Wednesday Advanced Pitching Clinic 5:00 pm-6:30 pm: Ages 9-12 6:30 pm-8:00 pm: Ages 13-18 Saturday Pitching Clinic 9:00 am-10:30 am Ages 9-14 (open to ...

Alachua Raiders Free Conditioning and Registration

FREE football conditioning! Alachua Raiders. Next Wednesday, January 15th we’re back at it. Workouts on Wednesdays at Hal Brady Recreation ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

03April

Stephen Foster Antique Tractor and Engine Show

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 35th Annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show April 3-5, 2025. ...

  • 8:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: Admission to the public is $5 per vehicle with up to eight passengers.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym

Open gym schedule: Tuesday, April 1 from 9 am-5 pm Wednesday, April 2 from 9 am-5 pm Thursday, April 3 from 9 am-5 ...

Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids

Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...

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: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

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

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

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

Alachua County Library 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: 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 ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Early Explorers Protecting Pollinators Series

Gear up for fun and learning with your littles at your local library! Our Protecting Pollinators series shows us why ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Teddy Bear Picnic at MidiCi

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Pizza Picnic Playgroup at MidiCi. We'll play pizza bingo and eat pizza! And ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: MidiCi The Neapolitan Pizza Company (Celebration Pointe) 4949 Celebration Pointe Ave #100 Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: FREE playgroup, but please sign up to attend.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 Millhopper Branch: Read with a Dog

Join us in the children's area for Read with a Dog! Therapy dogs love to hear a good story. Children will ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the ...

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 Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball

Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...

UF Men's Tennis vs. University of Georgia

Join Florida Gators Men's Tennis as they take on the University of Georgia.

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 ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Eastside presents Pippin

Eastside presents Pippin Performances: April 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 at 7 pm | April 6, 13 at 2 pm

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime: The Musical

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime! This Tony Award-winning musical weaves together the lives of three diverse families at the turn ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets: $24 | Senior Tickets $20 | Student Tickets $12
  • Website: www.gcplayhouse.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Star Center Theatre presents Hairspray The Musical

Star Center Theatre is thrilled to present Hairspray The Musical! It’s 1962 in Baltimore, Maryland, at the height of the ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Adults $22, Senior/ Military/Students over 18 $18, Students 18 and under $15
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
04April

Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Fun Fridays

Program Feature: Tutoring, Sports, Play Based Learning, Arts and Crafts, Outdoor Play, STEM Activities and More! 6 am-3 pm, After Care ...

  • 6:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Christian Preparatory School 2500 NE 15th St. Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $15 a day, After Care Additional $5
  • Website: signupforms.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Other

Pepsi Florida Relays Track and Field

Tickets are on sale now for the Pepsi Florida Relays on April 4-5 at James G. Pressly Stadium. Tickets will be ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: James G. Pressly Stadium at Percy Beard Track 325 Woodlawn Dr, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Stephen Foster Antique Tractor and Engine Show

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 35th Annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show April 3-5, 2025. ...

  • 8:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: Admission to the public is $5 per vehicle with up to eight passengers.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational

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 ...

Amber Brooke Farms U-Pick Fridays-Senior Friday

Join us at Amber Brooke Farms for a berry-filled adventure! Pick your own fresh strawberries for $4.95 per pound. Make ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: U-Pick strawberries $4.95 per pound (guests aged 55 and up 10% off), Farm Fun Pass $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Friday for Homeschoolers - Water Day

Homeschool Families, plan to join us for our next Friendship Friday Activity! We will be having a "Water Day" so ...

Groundbreaking Ceremony at Tom Petty Park

Join us for a Groundbreaking Ceremony at Tom Petty Park! The City of Gainesville’s Wild Spaces & Public Places Department, ...

Harn Museum Tot Time

Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...

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 ...

McIntosh Seedlings Plant Show and Sale

Please join us for our 20th annual plant sale. Shop a great selection of plant and yard art, from vendors ...

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Join ACT for a Walk and Talk each Friday at one of ACT's Preserves. You will be joined by staff, ...

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 ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series

Step into the shoes of a scientist and make your own research tools at your local library! Out in the ...

Focused Fire Training Children's Gun Safety Course

Sign up today for the Focused Fire Training Kids’ Firearms Safety Program! Our primary goal is to empower children aged ...

Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center: Black Cowboys and Cowgirls in Florida - Then & Now

History of Black Cowboys & Cowgirls in Florida John H. Nix, President North Central Florida Black Farmers Association Panorama: A ...

Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays

Join us every Friday for a great night of shooting and games! Tic-Tac-Toe, Battle Ship, Bowling with Bows, you name ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:45 pm 
  • Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: Funtastic Rate $15, Equipment Rental $8 (Sold at Check-in), Facility Members and Club Members shoot free, price will be discounted at checkout.
  • Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

UF Softball vs. University of Arkansas

UF Softball vs University of Arkansas

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Gainesville Frisbee

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

UF Baseball vs. Vanderbilt

UF Baseball vs. Vanderbilt

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

2nd Act Productions Talent Show

Join us for the ‘2nd Act Talent Show’ presented by 2nd Act Productions, a local non-profit on a mission to ...

City of Gainesville Free Fridays Concert Series

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features local and regional musical talent at the Bo Diddley Plaza. ...

Eastside presents Pippin

Eastside presents Pippin Performances: April 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 at 7 pm | April 6, 13 at 2 pm

Flip Factory Zone Friday Night Lights

Unlimited Jump, Laser Tag, Skycoaster, Bumper Cars, Rocks Climbing, Jungle Gym & Rope Course Friday Nights from 7-9 pm. Customers ages ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Spring)

Join James Albury, host of "The Sky Above Us" and former co-host of the PBS TV Show "Star Gazers" as ...

Santa Fe College Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology Department presents Elements of Style

Santa Fe College’s annual dance showcase, “Elements of Style,” returns to the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall (3000 Northwest ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Fine Arts, 3000 NW 83 Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Tickets are $16 for adults, $10 for seniors, students, and military service members, and free for SF students, faculty, and staff with ID.
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

O'Leno State Park Firefly Encounter

Learn about fireflies and see thousands of them light up the night! This special after-hours program is a truly magical ...

  • 7:45 pm 
  • Location: O'Leno State Park 410 SE O'Leno Park Rd High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $15 After-Hours Parking Pass per vehicle (with up to 8 people) is required to attend this event. A $5 per vehicle State Park Entry Fee is also required.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime: The Musical

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime! This Tony Award-winning musical weaves together the lives of three diverse families at the turn ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets: $24 | Senior Tickets $20 | Student Tickets $12
  • Website: www.gcplayhouse.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Splitz Bowling Funtastic Friday

Join us every Friday for a FUNtastic night of games and giveaways for ALL!

Star Center Theatre presents Hairspray The Musical

Star Center Theatre is thrilled to present Hairspray The Musical! It’s 1962 in Baltimore, Maryland, at the height of the ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Adults $22, Senior/ Military/Students over 18 $18, Students 18 and under $15
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

UF Astronomy Public Night Observatory

The Department of Astronomy operates an on-campus Teaching Observatory for educational and public programs. These events are all free to ...

05April

License Free Fishing Day

License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take ...

Sunrise Ranger 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 ...

  • 7:20 am -  8:00 am 
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Depot Park parkrun

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

Free to Fly 5k Trail Race

Join us for the Free to Fly 5k Trail Race, an exciting event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park 13201 Progress Blvd, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Gainesville Opportunity Center Bike Day

Bike Day 2025, is a fun event for the entire family promoting awareness and support for people living with chronic ...

  • 8:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: $20-$25
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pepsi Florida Relays Track and Field

Tickets are on sale now for the Pepsi Florida Relays on April 4-5 at James G. Pressly Stadium. Tickets will be ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: James G. Pressly Stadium at Percy Beard Track 325 Woodlawn Dr, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2025 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

Stephen Foster Antique Tractor and Engine Show

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 35th Annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show April 3-5, 2025. ...

  • 8:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: Admission to the public is $5 per vehicle with up to eight passengers.
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational

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 ...

Dave & Buster's Bunny's Breakfast Bash

Hop on in for Bunny's Breakfast Bash and enjoy a family filled morning with exclusive early access to Dave & ...

Gainesville Cars & Coffee at Tioga

Join us the first Saturday of every month from 9-11 am for Gainesville Cars & Coffee! This family-friendly car meet ...

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 ...

McIntosh Seedlings Plant Show and Sale

Please join us for our 20th annual plant sale. Shop a great selection of plant and yard art, from vendors ...

Newberry Main Street Spring Festival

100+ vendors, food trucks, family fun zone, and live music! Save the Date for our Annual Spring Festival. A day ...

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- Easter Egg Rattles

Our Family Clay and Stay workshop is a fun project for you to create with your child! We provide all ...

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 ...

University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students

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

rideATAXIA Gainesville

et ready for an amazing day at Depot Park! Whether you're up for a 4 or 16-mile ride on the ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Spring Safari Open House

Don’t miss Spring Safari. Only time to self-tour, food trucks, vendors, and animal interactions. 4 hours of once-a-year fun.

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 ...

Cedar Key Old Florida Celebration of the Arts

Established in 1964 and formerly known as the Cedar Key Sidewalk Arts Festival, the Old Florida Celebration of the Arts ...

Celebrate the Child Event

The task force invites you to join in this free and family-friendly celebration to learn how child abuse can be ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Albert Ray Massey (Westside) Park, 1001 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

FL State Parks Love Fest at Payne's Prairie

Share the love of our parks on this guided hike. Join us for Florida State Parks Love Fest! Celebrate and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Bolen Bluff Trail, 10535 US-441, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

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.

Palms Medical Group Health Fair

Come out for a day of free health screenings, wellness resources, giveaways, and fun for the whole family! Meet our ...

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 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...

UF Entomology Club's Annual BUGFEST

Thrips Through Time is this year's BUGFEST theme, including some of everyone's favorite fables! Our annual event includes an arthropod ...

UF Vet Med Open House

Join us on Saturday, April 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for our annual Open House, a free event ...

UF Women's Lacrosse vs San Diego State University

Florida Gators Women's Lacrosse vs San Diego State University

University of Florida Math Circle: Main Circle

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

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

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

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

Get ready for a musical extravaganza! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses music to ...

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 Saturday 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. ...

April Spring Market at The Shoppes at Thornebrook

Fun for the whole family at the Shoppes at Thornebrook! Our April Spring Market brings a variety of food trucks, ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Shoppes At Thornebrook 2441 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Storytime

Join us for our weekly children's storytime event at 11 AM every Saturday morning! We will read a favorite picture ...

Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center: Black Cowboys and Cowgirls in Florida - Then & Now

ACTIVITIES ALL DAY - Inside and Outside / Fun for all ages. Meet and ride the horses. Care of horses: ...

High Springs Museum Open Day

The High Springs Historical Society Museum is reopening on Saturday, February 15th from 11AM to 4PM. The museum is located ...

Makin' Bacon Fest

Calling all bacon lovers! Don’t miss the 5th Annual Makin' Bacon Fest – a FREE, sizzling celebration of all things ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 132 NW Main St, Williston, FL 32696-2042
  • Cost: Free admission & Free Parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 Splash Jam

All kids aged 3 and above are invited to join us at Splash Jam for some additional pool time! Splash ...

Alachua County Library Spring Teen Art Show at Headquarters Branch

The Spring Teen Art Show is almost here! Teen participants (ages 16-19), can choose their favorite works and submit them ...

IndepenDance Studio Spring into April: Acro Skills Pop-Up Workshops

Let's Spring into April in our brand-new facility! A Professional Acrobatic Arts Workshop geared towards specific skills and the opportunity for ...

Pups & Pints at Swamp Head Brewery

Join us at Swamp Head Brewery for our Gainesville Friends of Dogs Inc fundraising event. This event will feature a ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Fe Saints Baseball vs. Florida Southwestern State College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Baseball team!

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 ...

UF Men's Tennis vs. University of Tennessee

Join Florida Gators Men's Tennis as they take on the University of Tennessee.

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 ...

Bard and Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival

From April 5-13, Bard & Broadside Poetry Festival is bringing together the North Central Florida community and artists for collaborative ...

Easter at Butler

Mark your calendars for Easter at Butler 2025! Join us for an afternoon of fun, Easter treasures, and Wonderland-inspired adventures! ...

Santa Fe Saints Softball vs. Polk State College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Softball team! Doubleheader at 1 pm & 3 pm

Viva Europe

Step into a world of color, culture, and creativity at Viva Europe! This lively celebration brings the rich traditions of ...

2025 National Math Competition (NMSC 2025) at Gainesville

2025 National Math Competition (NMSC 2025) The KSEA (Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association) Gainesville Chapter is pleased to announce the ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: University of Florida, Reitz Union, Room C330
  • Cost: $30 (However, if a participant’s parent is a KSEA member, the Gainesville Chapter will cover the fee.)
  • Website: nmsc.ksea.org
  • Category: Pageants/Competitions

Alachua County Library: Make a Popsicle Stick Kazoo at Micanopy Branch

Together We'll Create and Decorate a Kazoo! Kazoos are a simple instrument that make a pleasing buzzing sound when you ...

Gainesville Raceway Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny

April is just around the corner and our April Scorpion Racing Products E.T. Bracket Series wouldn't be complete without a ...

Haile Village Bistro: Afternoon Tea

Come join us for a traditional British afternoon tea party!! Enjoy a selection of delicious sandwiches, scones, and pastries whilst ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Haile Village Bistro 5323 SW 91st Ter, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Call to RSVP & Price
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium - Space Park 360: Geodesium Edition

SpacePark360: Geodesium Edition is an immersive entertainment show for fulldome theaters -- an amusement park with its rides placed throughout ...

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 Baseball vs. Vanderbilt

UF Baseball vs. Vanderbilt

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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 ...

UF Softball vs. University of Arkansas

UF Softball vs University of Arkansas

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Eastside presents Pippin

Eastside presents Pippin Performances: April 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 at 7 pm | April 6, 13 at 2 pm

Gainesville Youth Chorus Sweet Taste of Broadway Concert

This light theatrical show features songs from your favorite Broadway musicals, and is a highlight of our season! A performance ...

Dance Alive National Ballet presents Romeo and Juliet

The greatest love story ever told. The heartbreaking feud between the Capulets and Montagues results in the doomed lovers’ deaths ...

Gainesville Master Chorale & UF Choral Union presents Illuminare & Choruses Too Hot to Handel

Free Concert! Join the Gainesville Master Chorale and the UF Choral Union for a presentation of Hagenberg's lush Illuminare, dedicated ...

Santa Fe College Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology Department presents Elements of Style

Santa Fe College’s annual dance showcase, “Elements of Style,” returns to the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall (3000 Northwest ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Fine Arts, 3000 NW 83 Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Tickets are $16 for adults, $10 for seniors, students, and military service members, and free for SF students, faculty, and staff with ID.
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime: The Musical

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime! This Tony Award-winning musical weaves together the lives of three diverse families at the turn ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets: $24 | Senior Tickets $20 | Student Tickets $12
  • Website: www.gcplayhouse.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Star Center Theatre presents Hairspray The Musical

Star Center Theatre is thrilled to present Hairspray The Musical! It’s 1962 in Baltimore, Maryland, at the height of the ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Adults $22, Senior/ Military/Students over 18 $18, Students 18 and under $15
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
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