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Family events, kids activities and parenting resources in the Gainesville area!

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Family events, kids activities and parenting resources in the Gainesville area!

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August 3 - 9

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03August

B. Jones Ent: Back to School Backpack Drive

Calling all Levy/Alachua County and surrounding areas. Come out to the 2nd annual Back to School Backpack drive. We’ll have ...

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: New Hope AME Church 515 School Street, Bronson, FL 32621
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Camp CCC End of Summer Party

Mark your calendars for our Camp CCC End of Summer Party: Sunday, August 3rd from 4-6pm. Water bounce houses, food and ...

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Christ Community Church 1603 SW 122nd St Gainesville, FL 32607
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

04August

Cuscowilla 4-H Club Open House

Join us for a fun and family-friendly Cuscowilla 4-H Club Open House! This is a great opportunity to explore what ...

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

05August

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Lorcana League

Teens and tweens, of all experience levels, are invited to join us for the monthly meeting of our Lorcana League. ...

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Tower Road Branch (Teen Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
Cost: free
Website: attend.aclib.us
Category: Free

High Springs National Night Out

Join the High Springs Police Department for National Night Out 2025 – a fun-filled evening celebrating community and public safety ...

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: High Springs Civic Center 19107 NW 240th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
Cost: FREE
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

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 ...

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: First Baptist Church of Alachua 14005 NW 146th Ave, Alachua, FL
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

06August

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 ...

11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
Cost: Free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

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 ...

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
Cost: free
Website: attend.aclib.us
Category: Free

Alachua County Library Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

An opportunity for teens to make a difference in their library and advise library staff on teen programming, resources, and ...

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Tower Road Branch (Teen Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
Cost: free
Website: attend.aclib.us
Category: Free

Gainesville Church of God Back to School Block Party

Back to School just got better! We’re kicking off the school year with TWO epic events you won’t want to ...

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Gainesville Church of God 7003 NW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32606
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Matheson History Museum Discover 200: A History of Gainesville and Alachua County

Join founding Matheson board president Dr. Mark V. Barrow for an enlightening presentation on the history of Gainesville and Alachua ...

7:00 pm
Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

07August

First Presbyterian Preschool Open House

Meet the teachers, see the classrooms! Open tours- meet the director! Drop in between 10 am-12 pm. Refreshments provided.

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: 106 SW 3rd St. Gainesville, FL 32601
Cost: free
Website: www.1stpc.org
Category: Free

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

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools. Participants will learn about the tools Scientists to ...

10:30 am
Location: see description for exact locations
Cost: free
Website: attend.aclib.us
Category: Free

Trinity's Day Spa presents Back 2 School Braid Bash at MLK Center

We’re excited to announce our 5th Annual Back-to-School Braid Bash is officially happening! Let’s get our girls ready to head ...

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: MLK Center 1028 Northeast 14th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32601
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Okito America Open House

School is right around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you back! Join us for our Open House.. ...

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Three Locations See Description, Gainesville, FL
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Cameron Dancenter NW Open House

We can’t wait for our new season of dance starting August 18! Visit us for Open House Thursday, August 7, ...

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Dancenter NW Studio, Ridgeway Village, 5003 NW 34th Blvd. Suite 120, Gainesville, FL 32605
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Micanopy Academy Open House

August is almost here, and we are so excited to see you all! Tour the school, meet teachers, and ask ...

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Micanopy Academy 708 NW Okehumkee St., Micanopy, FL, 32667
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

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 ...

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: First Baptist Church of Alachua 14005 NW 146th Ave, Alachua, FL
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Edison Kids Homeschool Open House Information Night

Explore STEM and Robotics with Edison Kids! Curious about STEM and robotics for kids? Wondering how to add it to ...

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Good Life Station 14933 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

08August

Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Open House

Get ready to soar into a new school year! Come meet your teachers, explore your new classroom! We can't wait ...

9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Gainesville Christian Preparatory School 2500 NE 15th St. Gainesville, FL 32609
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Okito America Open House

School is right around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you back! Join us for our Open House.. ...

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Three Locations See Description, Gainesville, FL
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Cameron Dancenter SW Open House

We can’t wait for our new season of dance starting August 18! Visit us for Open House Thursday, August 7, ...

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Haile Village Center Dancenter SW Studio: 5211 SW 91st Terr. Gainesville, FL 32608
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

The Ice Cream Vault Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and Teen Hangout

Upstairs every Friday and Saturday from 4 pm-11 pm. Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and teens. Hangout area for the TEENS ...

4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 14841 Main Street Alachua, FL 32615
Cost: See menu for details!
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

North Central Florida Community Center School Supplies Giveaway

Pull up school supplies giveaway until supplies run out! Adult/parent must be present with child/youth. Thank you for all that you ...

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
Cost: FREE
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Spooks N Sips Night Market

A free evening market at Heartwood on the lawn featuring 70+ spooky-themed vendors. All ages!

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S. Main St. Gainesville, FL 32601-6700
Cost: Free
Website: www.prekindle.com
Category: Free

09August

Divine Destiny International Ministries,INC. Take It to the Head Back to School Community Outreach

FREE Back to School Event – You’re Invited! Divine Destiny International Ministries presents: “Take It to the Head” – Back ...

10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Criswell Park 15490 NW 133rd Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration

Register on Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 10 am-12 pm! Bowling Saturday mornings 9:30 am-12 pm 2 Divisions Bantams: Ages 6-12 | Weekly ...

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
Cost: Free bowling and pizza during registration!
Website: bowlsplitz.com
Category: Free

Waldo Community New Vision Coalition presents Back to School Drive/Walk Thru Supply Drive

It’s That Time Again, Come Bring The Kids. Donations accepted. At least one parent must be present for child to ...

10:00 am
Location: 13558 NE 148th Ave, Waldo, FL 32694
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Back to School Bash at Willie Mae Stokes Community Center

It's almost time to kick off the school year with a celebration! We're thrilled to invite you to a FREE ...

11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Willie Mae Stokes Community Center 355 NW Eestalustee Ave, Micanopy, FL, 32667
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. Celebr-EIGHT Anniversary Party

Cypress & Grove is turning EIGHT — and you’re invited to the party of the summer! Join us Saturday, August ...

2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. 1001 NW 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Cost: Free Admission
Website: www.instagram.com
Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Back to School Bash

Have one final summer of fun before school starts back!

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Alachua Branch (Snuggle-Up Center) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
Cost: free
Website: attend.aclib.us
Category: Free