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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 ...

Maxine Parrish Garden & Homestead Sale

Fun for all! The entire community & surrounding communities are invited to join us for the “Maxine Parrish Garden & ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Trenton Community Park 214 SE 3rd Ave, Trenton, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dave's New York Deli Appreciation Bash

You're cordially invited to come celebrate with us for Dave's New York Deli's 15 Year Appreciation Bash on Sunday, April ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 213 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: 50% off walk-in axe throwing for families with kids under 18!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary Farmers Moo-Ket

Join us for Farmers MOO-KET on Sunday, April 6th from 12-4 PM! Come meet the critters at Critter Creek, enjoy ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 12626 NW CR 231, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $5 suggested donation per person upon entry to the moo-ket.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Oddities Market April Edition

Are you a curious explorer? Discover the Gainesville Oddities Market at the iconic Bo Diddly Plaza. This free, all-ages event ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Roots Plant Studio 4th Birthday

Save the date for this fun event you won’t want to miss! Join us in celebrating our 4th birthday with ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Roots Plant Studio, 4780 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

One Love Café Spring Fling Food Truck Rally

We are excited to announce our next food truck festival, The Springs Fling! Join us on Sunday, April 6th from ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Florida Museum of Natural History Splash into Science Series

Splash into Science with us at the library! Our neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands. Perfect ...

Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!

Do you ever just wish your kids would make their own dinner?! Your wish is our command! Give your kids ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: V Pizza 115 SE 1 St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: $20 includes one pizza per child/ticket and a beverage.
  • Website: www.vpizza.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gators Dockside Kids Night

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

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Gators Dockside: 3842 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal
  • Website: gatorsdockside.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: No registration is required. $4 per family per class suggested donation.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Frisbee

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

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $10 regular admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Storytime and Hike with a Ranger

A park ranger will read tales about wildlife, mindfulness and environmental stewardship then take everyone on a short walk on ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
  • Cost: Program is free with $6/vehicle park admission
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Pop-up Museum: Pollinators

Meet us at Marston! We’re bringing the Museum to you at the library and would love to meet you. Get ...

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 ...

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

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Finding Silver Linings

The Harn galleries will continue to be open after 5 pm. At 6 pm we invite you to celebrate our ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Various locations in Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: FREE and open to the public unless otherwise noted
  • Website: www.artspeaksgnv.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Amber Brooke Farms U-Pick Fridays-Homeschool 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, Adults FREE admission, Children 2 and under FREE | Optional Farm Fun Pass: $10 per child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Ice Cream Vault Grand Opening

Grand Opening of The Ice Cream Vault. We bring to you the largest ice cream selection in Florida. 140 flavors ...

  • 11:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 14841 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615-8539
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

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 ...

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

Gainesville Frisbee

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

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7400 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville FL 32605
  • Cost: $15 Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tu Fiesta Radio Presents Elio Piedra at Tioga Town Center

Tu Fiesta Radio Presents Elio Piedra at Tioga Town Center! Grab your dancing shoes, and come enjoy the music under ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Tioga Town Center, 13085 SW 1 Ln, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Splitz Bowling Funtastic Friday

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

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 ...

  • 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: UF Astronomy Teaching Observatory, 211 Bryant Space Science Center, Gainesville, FL 3261
  • Cost: free
  • Website: twitter.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Easter Farm Swap at Deep Creek Game Farm

Family fun with local vendors, food trucks, and photo opportunities.

UF IFAS Family Fishing Days- Easter Egg Hunt

FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...

Alachua Conservation Trust Pancakes on the Prairie

Join ACT for a pancake breakfast at the cabin on Tuscawilla Prairie. This event is free and open to the ...

Faith and Family Ag Festival

Come join us for a FREE event with farm animals, lunch and TONS of prizes! Please register to guarantee your ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Promised Land Family Ministries 6886 SW 74th Way Lake Butler, FL 32054
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

GROW HUB's Spring Pop Up Markets

Join Grow Hub for our first spring pop-up market of 2025! What to expect: - Local vendors - Lots of plants - natives, ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Grow Hub 2900 Northeast 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marion County Farmland Preservation Festival

The festival is an educational program sponsored by Save Our Rural Area (SORA). The volunteers who produce the Festival are ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4246 W Hwy 318, Citra, FL, 32113
  • Cost: $5 donation for parking, Free to get in
  • Website: sites.google.com
  • Category: Family Fun

O2B Kids- Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza

Hop into the fun! Save the date for our egg-citing event at our O2B Kids Supercenter Locations! Family fun, carnival ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: O2B Kids Supercenter, 7383 SW 17th Road Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free for members, $15/child for non-members, Adults free with child admission
  • Website: o2bkids.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UF Health Healthy Heroes Day

Formerly known as the UF Health Bike Rodeo. Join UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital, the University of Florida Police Department, ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: UF Health Professional Park 3300 SW Williston Rd Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ufhealth.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center Summer Camp Open House

Come check out our Summer Camp at Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center! Do some activities, take a tour and meet ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dudley Farm Historic State Park Kids Day-Blooms and Bees

Join us at the farm. Children and adults alike, ages 5 and up can join in the fun! There are ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $5 per vehicle up to 8 people
  • Website: www.friendsofdudleyfarm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Easter Egg Hunt at Westside Baptist Church

This year’s Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, April 12th. There are egg hunts for toddlers, preschool students, and elementary ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Westside Baptist Church, 10000 W. Newberry Road Gainesville Florida 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.westsidebaptist.org
  • Category: Family Fun
  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 14105 NW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Asian Festival

Experience a day of vibrant Asian performances at Bo Diddley Plaza! Enjoy taiko drumming, fan dancing, lion dancing, and more ...

Little Ears Field Day

Little Ears Field Day is back again for our annual field day! This year, the event will be held on ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Norman Field, Parking Garage 8, 1210 SW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pine Grove Baptist Church: A Kids Grove Easter

You're invited to A Kids Grove Easter, walkthrough the key scenes of the Easter story!

Regal My Way Matinee: Sensory-Friendly Movies A Minecraft Movie

Regal’s My Way Matinee gives everyone the opportunity to experience a movie with the lights turned up and the volume ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Regal Royal Park Cinema 3702 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: www.regmovies.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival

Santa Fe College is excited to host its 53rd Annual Spring Arts Festival on April 12 and 13, 2025 on ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Northwest Campus 3000 NW 83rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free admission
  • Website: www.sfcollege.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

Star Martial Arts Easter Egg Hunt

The countdown is ON for the FREE Easter Egg Hunt at Star Martial Arts! Here’s what’s happening: -Age-Based Egg Hunts Ages 3-5 from ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Martial Arts 500 NW 60th St, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free but registration is required!
  • Website: bit.ly
  • Category: Family Fun

Waldo Community Education Health Fair

We are thrilled to invite you to the 3rd Annual Waldo Community Health and Education Fair! This event brings together ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Waldo Community Center (WCC) 13558 NE 148th Avenue Waldo, Florida 32694
  • Cost: Free
  • Category: Family Fun

Wild B Events & Boutique Spring Festival and Easter Egg Hunt

Join us for 50+ vendors, food trucks, FREE admission for shoppers, FREE Easter egg hunt with over 2,000 eggs, kid ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Williston Horseman's Park 803 SW 19th Avenue, Williston, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

JCPenney Kids Zone Easter Finger Puppets

Pick up in store! Grab, shop, and go! Free crafts for kids, fast savings for parents. Kids get a free ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: JCPenney Kids Department, Oaks Mall, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.jcpenney.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mayhem Ranch - Easter on the Farm

Our 4th Annual Easter on the Farm is April 12, 13 & 19th! Hunt for over 10,000 Easter Eggs, visit ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Mayhem Ranch, 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL 32668
  • Cost: $13 General Admission Pre-Sale, Tickets purchased at the gate are $16, 2 and under Free
  • Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 20307 NW C.R. 235A, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: bring carrots to feed the horses
  • Website: millcreekfarm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Rotary Club of Williston Easter Egg Hunt

Activities start at 11 am and includes free hot dog, chips, drink and of course Easter Eggs!

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Williston Elementary School Playground 801 S Main St, Williston, FL, 32696
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $9/skater
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Ice Cream Vault Grand Opening

Grand Opening of The Ice Cream Vault. We bring to you the largest ice cream selection in Florida. 140 flavors ...

  • 11:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 14841 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615-8539
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spring Swing Golf Scramble

{THIS EVENT IS FULL} Register for a FREE parent-child golf scramble on April 12th at 11:30 am at Ironwood Golf ...

  • 11:30 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Ironwood Golf Course 2100 NE 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua Community Coalition Spring Picnic & Egg Hunt

Join us for an afternoon of free food, fun, and festivities! Painting, egg hunt, cupcake decorating, live music, and fun ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Criswell Park 15490 NW 133rd Terrace, Alachua, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bat Appreciation Day at Blackadder Brewing Company

Celebrating Bats Has Never Been Easier! We’re beyond excited to share that Lubee Bat Conservancy is the charity partner at ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th St, Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Easter Egg Hunt - University City Church of Christ

Join us for a community Easter Egg Hunt hosted by the University City Church of Christ Youth Group! Please enter ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: University City Church of Christ - 4626 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Chiefland Community Wide Egg Hunt

The largest community Easter Egg Hunt in the tri-county area is back and at a new location! This year’s event ...

Chiefland Methodist Church Easter Festival

Come and Spring into Easter on Saturday, April 12th for our annual free Easter Festival! There will be inflatables, food, ...

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 ...

Haile Equestrian Center Movie Nights

Haile Equestrian is hosting monthly Movie Nights. Join us the 2nd Saturday of every month from 6-8 pm. From classic ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7680 SW 46 Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free for Haile Equestrian Members | $40 for non-members
  • Website: www.haileequestrian.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Frisbee

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

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Various locations in Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: FREE and open to the public unless otherwise noted
  • Website: www.artspeaksgnv.org
  • Category: Family Fun