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July 26 - August 1

Naturals Baseball Fall Tryouts

Naturals baseball fall tryouts! July 26th in Newberry, FL. Teaching young men the fundamentals of baseball, how to work hard, ...

Depot Park parkrun

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

West End Community parkrun

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

UF Health Orthopaedics: Heat, Heart, Head Sports Injury Symposium

Calling all athletes, coaches, and sports enthusiasts! Don't miss this unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in handling ...

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 ...

Autism & UF Conference

This year's Autism & UF Conference 2025 will be held on July 25 & 26, 2025. This FREE two-day conference ...

Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall: Breakfast with the Cow

Join us for a morning of family and fun! Enjoy breakfast in the food court on Saturday, July 26th, 9:00 ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall 6419 W Newberry Rd, Ste G8, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: $12 per person, Family bundle (4 tickets) for $35, Kids under 2 attend for FREE!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Florida Museum of Natural History Family Discovery Camp: Bees

Take a peek into the secret lives of bees with Kaitlin Deutsch, a post-doctoral researcher at UF’s Honey Bee Research ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: $15 for non-members and $12 for members, per participant.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Micanopy Academy School Clean Up Day

Join us in making our community schools sparkling clean for the upcoming academic year! Together, lets create a pristine environment ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 708 NW Okehumkee St Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Stop the Violence Back to School Rally

It’s that time again! Our 26th Annual Stop The Violence Back To School Rally! Saturday, July 26th, Doors Open at ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center Open House

Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center (GEZFLC) will host an open house to kick off its new school year on ...

Hawthorne Area Chamber of Commerce Community Fun Bowl

The most fun bowling event of the year! Be sure to register early as space is limited! You don't ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
  • Cost: $25 (price includes sales tax) per Bowler
  • Website: www.hawthorneareachamber.org
  • 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 ...

Ravine Gardens State Park Get Crafty with Vicki

Get Crafty with Vicki at Ravine Gardens State Park June 14, 21, July 12 and 26 from 10 am-11:30 am Meet at ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: Program free with park entry, $5 per vehicle or $2 person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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! ...

Wild Adventures Theme Park Back to School Splash

Make a splash this weekend as we honor our educational heroes – teachers and school support staff – with FREE ...

  • 10:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Wild Adventures Theme Park 3766 Old Clyattville Road, Valdosta, GA 31601
  • Cost: Teachers and School Staff Free! All guests can receive 50% off Single-Day Admission with a donation of school supplies!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

Super Saturdays: Sonic the Hedgehog at Coliseum of Comics

Sonic, Knuckles and Tails need your help! Dr. Eggman's robots are wreaking havoc at your local Coliseum and it's up ...

Alachua County Library Archer 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 Partnership Branch: Story Time at the Library

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

Cookie Decorating Workshop with Eat the Darn Cookie

We are so excited to have Kim from “Eat the Darn Cookie” back in Gainesville for more cookie decorating on ...

Food Truck Rally at Peanut Patch & CornMaze

Food trucks, contests, games, and more!

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 8656 SW 75th Street Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

Pentecostal Praise Deliverance Church Inc Back to School Bash

Free backpacks and school supplies will be given! Come enjoy food, games and bounce houses! We are welcoming all families ...

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 ...

The Repurpose Project Book & Puzzle Swap

Come exchange books (and puzzles!) and discuss your favorite reads with your fellow community members on Saturday, July 26th from ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: The Repurpose Project 1920 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

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 ...

Lake City Mall: Movin’ & Groovin’ Back-to-School Event

Mark your calendar for a groovy event filled with activities, local organizations, great deals and more to help you get ...

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 Junior

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

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 ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Printmaking

Open Studio! These are weekly self-guided printmaking projects in the CreateSpace. Every Saturday, the CreateSpace is open for self-guided printmaking projects. ...

Alachua County Library Explore Archer-Fingerprint Art Magnets

Use your fingerprints to create a nature art magnet! What do you see in your backyard: a flower, a dog, a ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Marley the Messenger's N.I.C.E. Navigating Inspiration, Creativity & Expression

Marley The Messenger invites you to join the conversation! Explore exciting ideas and unlock your creativity. Connect, share and discover ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Teen Space 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Books-A-Million: Celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday

Join us for an early celebration of Harry Potter's Birthday! Come join us at Books-A-Million for a magical celebration of ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Books-A-Million 6111 Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Summer at the Library: ArtSpace

Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

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 Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...

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 ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Exploring New Horizons

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the fly-by of Pluto by the New Horizons spacecraft! "Exploring New Horizons" looks at Pluto. ...

Two Hawk Hammock Happy Hour in the Barnyard

Happy Hour in the Barnyard Every Saturday from June 14-August 30, 2025 Open Mic, Jam, Food, Beer, Wine Kid Friendly and ...

Summer Race Series at High Springs BMX

Join us for our summer series! BMX racing under the lights all summer long! On select nights now through September ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 19449 NW 238th Street, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $8 to race/$5 for balance bikes, spectators are free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Blackadder Brewing Company: Accio! It's Harry Potter Trivia Night!

Attention all Witches & Wizards (Muggles, too)! Once again Blackadder Brewing will be transformed into the magical world of Hogwarts. Join ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th Street, Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free admission
  • 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 ...

Chief Theatre presents The Jungle Book

One of literature's most enduring classics is brought vividly to the stage in this exciting adventure of Mowgli, the Indian ...

High Springs Playhouse presents The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Book by Joe Tracz, music & lyrics by Rob Rokicki Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Nocturnal Neighbors: Celebrating National Moth Week

Celebrate National Moth Week with Museum experts and discover the wild variety of local moth species! Learn about the history ...

Ocala Collectorfest

Florida Toy Shows Visits Ocala, Florida in 2025. We are bringing our show to Ocala! Toys, Comics, Games, Cards & ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Hilton Ocala (Right off I-75) 3600 Southwest 36th Avenue, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $10 All Day, Kids Under 12 Free + Free HW Giveaway or Pokemon Cards
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays

Community Days Are Back at River Ranch! Grab your swimsuits and sunscreen—River Ranch Water Park is opening its gates for ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: Admission is $19 per person, and children 3 years old and under get in for free.
  • Website: www.kulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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! ...

Wild Adventures Theme Park Back to School Splash

Make a splash this weekend as we honor our educational heroes – teachers and school support staff – with FREE ...

  • 10:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Wild Adventures Theme Park 3766 Old Clyattville Road, Valdosta, GA 31601
  • Cost: Teachers and School Staff Free! All guests can receive 50% off Single-Day Admission with a donation of school supplies!
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

Coterie Market Felt Art Charm Workshop

Includes: colored phone charm/beaded keychain attachments and all supplies needed for the craft (can make as many as you would ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Watson Realty Corp. Gainesville School Supply Drive

Join us for a back to school supply drive as we celebrate Watson’s 60th anniversary! We’re collecting supplies for Alachua ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Sensory Story Time

Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of ...

Corks and Colors: All Ages Butterfly

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

Painting with a Twist: Bright Cactus

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

School Rocks Backpack Giveaway

On Sunday, July 27 at 1 PM, participating TCC stores around the country will be hosting an in-store backpack giveaway ...

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.

Chief Theatre presents The Jungle Book

One of literature's most enduring classics is brought vividly to the stage in this exciting adventure of Mowgli, the Indian ...

High Springs Playhouse presents The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Book by Joe Tracz, music & lyrics by Rob Rokicki Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan ...

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 ...

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 ...

Coterie Market Modeling Clay Trinket Dish Workshop

Includes: Three Model Magic Packs and Painting Materials Make your own catch-all/trinket tray! FYI parking is free on weekends!

Gator Junior Golf: Summer Junior Golf Tour

The Gator Junior Golf Tour is excited to continue offering junior golf tournaments in Gainesville, Live Oak, Dunnellon, and Lake ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: see description for exact locations
  • Cost: 9 hole flights: $35 per event ($50 for Juliette Falls), 18 hole flights: $50 per event ($70 for Juliette Falls)
  • Website: gjgt.org
  • Category: Pageants/Competitions

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Cartoons and Crafts

Come join us every Monday as we watch popular cartoons, chat, and craft together! This program uses popular cartoon series from ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch (Teen Space) 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: CreateSpace

Teens and tweens can choose their own designs to make with perler beads. Show off your favorite fandom or create ...

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 ...

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar

Looking to get in some extra reps or just play for fun? Join us this July for open gym sessions ...

NAMI Family Support Group

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

Greater Gainesville Youth Energy Academy

FULL! Calling all 7th-12th graders in the Gainesville area! Join us for the 3rd Annual Greater Gainesville Youth Energy Academy ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

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, ...

Summer at the Library: Mark Alan Magic

Come join Mark Alan and his travel buddy Bixby for an colorful and FUN interactive comedy magic show that you ...

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 & ...

Spirit Led Art Therapy: The Art of Spiritual Growth For Girls Workshops

Spirit Led Art Therapy is offering FREE workshops for girls ages 9-15, designed to help inspire the next generation of ...

Gators Dockside Kids Night

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

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar

Looking to get in some extra reps or just play for fun? Join us this July for open gym sessions ...

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Josh’s Place, Inc. Community Outreach

Make sure to visit Josh's Place a community outreach for people to feel welcome and safe. It is a place ...

Chick-fil-A at Archer Road: Breakfast with the Cow

Happy Summer of Cows! Join us the next 3 Wednesday Mornings for breakfast with the Cow! - July 16th, 23rd, 30th - ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: 3938 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: See menu for details!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

The Knot Climbing Gym Kids Climb Free

From now through July 31st, kids can climb free every Wednesday between 10 AM and 2 PM. Must be accompanied ...

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 ...

City of Gainesville Eco Buddies

Eco Buddies: hands-on education for toddlers and preschoolers. Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around ...

ColdStone Creamery Summer Ice Cream Social

Looking for somewhere to take your kids for an hour this summer. Well, here you go. We are doing our ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: see description for exact locations
  • Cost: Each child will receive 1 created ice cream of their choice and a balloon $3
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming

Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

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 Cone Park Branch: Art Club

Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity. We provide materials for you to make any ...

Alachua County Library: LegoSpace at Headquarters Branch

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Summer at the Library: Zookeeping 101

Join the zookeepers for a 30-minute program and meet animals from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo to learn about ...

Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class

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

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Teen/Tween Book Club

Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month! The Teen/Tween Book Club ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Summer Programming

Join us for unforgettable summer programming! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025 5 pm-6 ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Youth Summer Wednesday Nights

We are a safe space, everyone is welcome! 9th-12th grade! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, ...

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar

Looking to get in some extra reps or just play for fun? Join us this July for open gym sessions ...

Heartwood Soundstage & South Main Station: Community Nights

Community Nights at Music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Free event, all ages, pet friendly! Featuring live music, drink discounts, and ...

Teen Open Mic Night at Heartwood Soundstage

Calling all teen musicians, poets, and performers—step into the spotlight at Heartwood! Join us for a special Teen Open Mic ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

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 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 with art, music, science, stories, and more Fun interactive program with fingerplays, music, art, and puppets. This ...

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 at Micanopy Branch

Join us at the Micanopy Library for a fun Story Time. Join us for songs, stories, puppets, bubbles, and activities at ...

Summer at the Library: Bats at the Library

Visit with real, live bats and flying foxes from the Lubee Bat Conservancy! Lubee Bat Conservancy is a non-profit organization ...

Summer at the Library: Science Surprises

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomenon and how they ...

Alachua County Library: Teen D&D: Team B at Library Partnership Branch

You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be ...

Help Me Grow Alachua: Books, Balls and Blocks Event

Help Me Grow Alachua will host its first-ever Books, Balls and Blocks event. Families with children ages 0–8 are encouraged to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Majestic Oaks Community Room 5800 SW 20th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Summer of Science

Come join us as we discover adventure through science! This summer we'll explore the science of colors & the stars. Each ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch Meeting Room: 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: ArtSpace

Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Graphic Novel Book Club

Join us for fun, lively discussions at the Hawthorne Branch Library! Share your favorites and what you're currently reading with ...

Unique Expressions Art Therapy Summer Camp

Spirit Led Art Therapy is excited to offer a FREE summer camp for uniquely abled individuals and a caregiver/family member. ...

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

Josh’s Place, Inc. Community Outreach

Make sure to visit Josh's Place a community outreach for people to feel welcome and safe. It is a place ...

High Springs Playhouse presents The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Book by Joe Tracz, music & lyrics by Rob Rokicki Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan ...

Gainesville Summer Fire Games

Highlights: -Free for spectators to watch the action! -Competition Events: Firefighter Rescue Drill, Rapid Dress Challenge, MCI Relay, Knots Relay, Bucket Brigade, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Alachua County Sports & Events Center 4870 Celebration Point Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: Free for spectators
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events , Free

Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab: A Summer Art Pop-Up

Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...

Harn Museum Tot Time

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

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! ...

Safe Kids North Central Florida: Safety City Car Seat Check Up

Safe Kids NCFL Coalition Car Seat Safety Check Appointment at GFR Safety City. About this event • Event lasts 2 hours *Car seat ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1025 Northeast 13th Street Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Tu Fiesta Radio 95.7FM: Back To School

Back-to-school celebrations are a big one with this event filled with joy, music, food, and FREE backpacks with supplies included! We ...

Alachua County Library TinkerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration! Put your building and engineering skills to ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Children's Area) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Dave's New York Deli Chess Club

Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...

PunkOuter Games Kids D&D Adventure League

Kids Dungeons & Dragons Adventure League – Every Friday at PunkOuter Games! Calling Gainesville's young heroes! Join our weekly Kids D&D ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 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 (four sessions)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Other

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

Just Between Friends of Gainesville Teen Thrift Night

Tickets include free shopping bag, drinks and pizza while supplies last for participants of this event! Score unbelievable deals up to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 15400 Peggy Rd., Gainesville, FL 32615
  • Cost: Free ticket online
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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. ...

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 ...

Gainesville Frisbee

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

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)

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

Pastor Andrew Miller presents Back 2 School Concert

Back-to-School Bash & Free Backpacks! Alachua, get ready! I'm thrilled to share an event that's going to uplift our community ...

High Springs Playhouse presents The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Book by Joe Tracz, music & lyrics by Rob Rokicki Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan ...

Young at Heart Open Mic & Karaoke Night

Calling all performers! Join us for an unforgettable evening of creativity and talent at Unity of Gainesville's Young at Heart ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Puffs

Puffs is coming soon to the Acrosstown Repertory Theatre. For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain ...

Teen Midnight Basketball

The Teen Midnight Basketball 3-on-3 program offers monthly athletic opportunities for youth during late night, weekend hours when they might ...

July 26 - August 1