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September 18 - 24

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Bird Ramble-Prairie Creek Preserve

Bird Ramble on Thursday, September 18th, from Prairie Creek Lodge at the Alachua Conservation Trust property. Once you turn into ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 7204 SE County Road 234, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: alachuaaudubon.org
  • Category: Free

Story Time at Depot Park

Join us for story time in the park - we'll see you on the main stage inside the playground! Weather ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Depot Park, 874 SE 4th Street, Gainesville FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • 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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • 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

GNV Arts: Gainesville Swing Dance

Beginner and intermediate swing dance lessons followed by an evening of social dancing to lively vintage tunes—learn new moves, then ...

  • 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Free

Tri-County World's Greatest Baby Shower

Are you expecting a baby? Are you the parent of a child under the age of one? If so, and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 311 NE 9th St, Chiefland, FL 32626-1060
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Library: Talk Like A Pirate Day

Join us for a fun story time and craft to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day. This program will include some ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • 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 ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • 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

Tioga Movie Night: Wicked

Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: 13085 SW 1st Lane Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: UF Astronomy Teaching Observatory, 211 Bryant Space Science Center, Gainesville, FL 3261
  • Cost: free
  • Website: astro.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

UF Run 4 Recovery

This event is free, but we ask that you please consider making a donation along with your RSVP to help ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: ufhealth.org
  • Category: Free

Southeastern Wood Producers Association Logging Expo

The Southeastern Wood Producers Association event showcases equipment, simulators, technology, competitions, touch-a-truck, live music, food, and more.

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Putnam County Fairgrounds, Palatka, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Williston Fiesta

The 4th Annual Williston Fiesta is a vibrant and lively celebration of Latin culture, cuisine, and community. Attendees will be ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 132 NW Main St, Williston, FL 32696-2042
  • Cost: Williston Fiesta is a FREE event to the public.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

CDS Self-Care at the Fair

Self-Care at the Fair is a free, family-friendly community event designed to promote mental wellness, healthy habits, and access to ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

Free Saturday sessions from 11:30 am-1:30 pm (when school is held on Fridays). Starting on September 13, 2025-May 16, 2026 What ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Mount Carmel Baptist Church 2505 NE 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Espíritu Latino

Espíritu Latino 2025 is a vibrant and joyous Hispanic Christian festival celebrating faith, culture, and community. This event brings together ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Creativity Lab

Have fun exploring a different project each month: arts, crafts, science - you never know what we'll delve into next...Geared ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Beaded Friendship Bracelets with Linda at Micanopy Branch

During this fun craft, kids will learn how to make a Friendship Bracelet using beautiful beads. Give one to a ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Micanopy Branch 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Gainesville Latino Film Festival Family Film Afternoon: Pachamama

Bring your kids for a magical, colorful adventure that celebrates friendship, bravery, and the beauty of our planet! In Pachamama, two ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Charles L. Blount Center 401 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free admission – open to all ages.
  • 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

Gal Pal Picnic Park presents Family Frights & Delights Trunk or Treat

Everyone is welcome for an evening full of Halloween fun! Dress up in your best costume and bring the whole ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 202 NE 1st St, Chiefland, FL 32626-0918
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Trails

Park at the museum at 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611 where you will meet trip leaders Christine Zamora and ...

Climate Reality Project: Sing for the Sun

This concert will be held by Climate Reality Gainesville, partnering with CLEO Institute to participate in Third Act's nationwide SUN ...

  • 1:30 pm 
  • Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 826 NW 23rd Avenue, Gainesville, Florida
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

UF Carillon Studio Concert Series

The UF Carillon Studio Concert Series offers a chance to hear the UF Carillon during a forty-five minute recital. Listeners ...

  • 1:55 pm 
  • Location: Century Tower Carillon, 375 Newell Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: free
  • Website: arts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Family Fun Day at Celebration Pointe

Starting this September, something new (and fun!) is coming to Celebration Pointe. Introducing Family Fun Day—happening the 3rd Sunday of ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Celebration Pointe, Northwest Corner of I-75 And Archer Rd, Gainesville, Florida 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Florida Gators Soccer vs. University of South Carolina - Sunday Funday 2

Help cheer on the Gators Soccer team! Get a balloon animal and let the young Florida fans play in the ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Donald R. Dizney Stadium Hull Rd & Natural Area Dr, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Free

GNV Arts: Gainesville Steppin’ Into Dance

Learn and dance a variety of dance styles including Line Dance, Chicago Swing and Urban Ballroom. First, second and fourth ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Free

Safe Kids North Central Florida: Baby Gator Car Seat Check

Car seat checkup appointments are designated for families who are already have a car seat. Car seats will not be ...

  • 7:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: 793 Corry Circle, Gainesville, FL 32603
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Florida Museum of Natural History Early Explorers - Prehistoric Life

Gear up for fun and learning with your littles! Our Prehistoric Life series shows us the fascinating animals that roamed ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch Library Children's Area 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • 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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A, Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Railroad Day at the Archer Market

Railroad day at the Archer Market on Tuesday September 23rd in Archer. Calling all artisans - makers, bakers, growers and ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

College 101 Webinars with Santa Fe College

Planning for life after high school? Santa Fe College is here to help! Attend a free webinar series designed to ...

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

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Artful Adventures and Hidden Clues

It's early release day. Are you looking for adventure? Visit the Archer Branch Library each Wednesday afterschool to search for ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library ArtSpace - Tower Road Branch

Join us for arts and crafts for ages 5 and up. We are celebrating famous artist Louise Nevelson's birthday. She ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Meeting Room) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free
September 18 - 24