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05October

Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats

A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...

Braze Ranch Fall Festival

An authentic family-friendly experience that includes an 8-acre sorghum pasture, pumpkin patch, touch-a-tractor, corn crib, farm games, and a chance ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
  • Cost: Adults $12 | Children 2-10 $8 | Infants Free
  • Website: brazeranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Branford Farm Stand Fall Harvest

Our Fall Festival will be bigger and better than ever. Live music every weekend. We have a super awesome surprise ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 27687 US-129, Branford, FL, 32008
  • Cost: Admission to the festival is $12 for adults, $10 kids(3-12), 2 & under are free!
  • Website: www.branfordfarmstand.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Moonpreneur Free Robotics Workshop

Join us for an exciting, free Robotics workshop designed for kids aged 7-14. This in-person Robotics workshop includes: ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Drawtober

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us for a drawing session—and get creative together. Join us this October 5th for ...

Alachua Pumpkin Patch Tractor Rides and Children's Story Time

Saturdays and Sundays through October Hay Rides 1 pm-4 pm Children’s Story Time 2 pm-4 pm

Cabot Creamery Cruiser Event at Whole Foods

Visit the Cabot Cruiser THIS SUNDAY, October 5th, from 1:30–6:00 PM at Whole Foods in Butler Town Center and enjoy ...

  • 1:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Whole Foods 3490 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Studio TM Spooky Afternoons: Monster Mugs

It’s time to bring your imagination to life - maybe you love watching or being spooked by Dracula, Michael Myers, ...

Fathom presents Spider-Man 3

Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) finally has the girl of his dreams, Mary Jane Watson (Kirsten Dunst), and New York City ...

North Central Florida Blues Challenge

The North Central Florida Blues Society is an affiliate of the Blues Foundation, which holds the International Blues Challenge every ...

06October

Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions

We'll sing songs about various animals and move like they do. Come learn a new song to sing with your ...

07October

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot

Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...

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 ...

Nest Learning of Gainesville Readers in the Making

Recommended for ages 3-5 - Build pre-reading and early phonic skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss Elyse, a certified ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Sensory Adventures

Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the babies' and toddlers' senses of touch, hearing, ...

Homeschool Family Program: Florida by the Foot

Homeschool Families - Join us for a wild adventure! Take a step into Florida’s natural world with our Homeschool Family ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant's National Taco Day

Mark your calendars, familia, National Taco Day is coming this Tuesday, October 7! Join us for $3 Street Tacos ALL DAY ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $3 Street Tacos ALL DAY
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

National Taco Day at Chuy's

Taco lovers, get ready! Taco Tuesday just got better. National Taco Day is Tuesday, October 7th, and we’re cooking up ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: 3410 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: m.chuys.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

KBCH Career Seminar Series

Meet Nate Kiker, First Officer at University Air Center Charter, sharing how to build a career as a commercial pilot ...

Alachua County Library All About Snakes - Newberry Branch

Slither into the fascinating world of snakes for a presentation and a craft. A presenter from UF/IFAS Extension will be teaching ...

Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville presents Homeschool Community Days: Pumpkin Patch Tuesdays

All homeschoolers welcome! Let’s explore local pumpkin patches together this pumpkin season! Grab your favorite pumpkin spice drink, and join ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Buy a Pumpkin Feed a Child at the Gainesville Church of God, 7003 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $12 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: The 4C's of School and Work: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking & Creativity

Through games and activities learn about communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity to become a better learner to prepare for ...

Chick-fil-A at Archer Road Halloween Family Night

Join us tonight for a Spooky Family Night! Activities include: making pine cone witches, spider pencil toppers and much more! ...

P.K. Yonge All About Middle School Night

Join us for an evening to learn more about the P.K. Yonge Middle School programs and about the admissions process. ...

POP Culture RAMA Gainesville: Gundam TCG Weekly Store Tournamnent

Gundam TCG every Tuesday at 7 PM.

08October

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks

Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...

O2B Kids Homeschool Days

Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Haunted Mansions

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. It's Haunted Mansions Week! Come join us for spooky, messy ...

Help Me Grow Alachua

This Wednesday, our Help Me Grow coordinators will be at The One Community Family Resource Center! They’re looking forward to ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 1725 SE 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Safe Kids North Central Florida High Springs - Station 29 Car Seat Check Up

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

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 18586 Northwest 238th Street High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Nest Learning of Gainesville Math Explorers

Recommended for ages 5-7 - Take the stress out of building early math skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss ...

Alachua County Park Play Pals

Join the fun with this FREE playgroup tailored for awesome youth with special needs, led by our pals from Alachua ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
09October

Community Conversation - Investing in Infrastructure: The Child Care Economy

Let's talk about child care: Join business leaders, parents, policy experts, and community stakeholders as we explore solutions to one of ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meet up Mayhem Ranch

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Homeschool Day at Mayhem Ranch! Activities Included: U-Pick Pumpkin Patch (Pumpkins cut off the ...

Homeschool Day at Mayhem Ranch

This event is open to all homeschool families, including Fun 4 Gator Kids & Fun 4 Ocala Kids Families. Tickets purchased ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: Tickets: $13 (3 years & Older - 2 and under free)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

NHRA Division 2 E.T. Bracket Finals

The NHRA Southeast Division bring the Summit Racing E.T. Finals back to Florida’s Home for Drag Racing October 9-11, 2025. ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - October Mud Kitchen

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. This week, come play in our Backyard! Class will be ...

Nest Learning of Gainesville Reading Adventures

Recommended for ages 5-7 - Ideal for children who recognize letters and sounds and are reading simple cvc words (ex. cat, ...

Screaming for Safety

Join us for our annual spooktacular Screaming for Safety trunk or treat! Screaming for Safety is a fun and free ...

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Celebrating Indigenous People's Week

In connection with the City of Gainesville’s recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Week and other programs across the university, the Harn ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Pinspiration Gainesville Guided Paint

Join us at Pinspiration for guided painting and unguided sipping! We will be creating this adorable highland cow, which can ...

10October

Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats

A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...

Gainesville Volleyball hosts AVP Grass Nationals

Gainesville Volleyball is the local host of the 2025 AVP Grass Nationals presented by Gainesville Sports Commission and Visit Gainesville ...

NHRA Division 2 E.T. Bracket Finals

The NHRA Southeast Division bring the Summit Racing E.T. Finals back to Florida’s Home for Drag Racing October 9-11, 2025. ...

Safe Kids North Central Florida: GFR Hosted Car Seat Check Up

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

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 606 Southeast Depot Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

UF Gators Swimming and Diving vs University of Virginia

Come watch your Florida Gators Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving teams!

High Springs Orchard & Market: Fall Harvest Market

High Springs Orchard & Market is hosting our Fall Harvest Market on Friday, October 10th, from 4 PM to 8 ...

Gray Family Halloween Festival

Welcome to the 4th annual Grays Halloween Festival! I am your host Matt Gray and we are hosting the ultimate ...

KidStrong Parents Night Out!

Kids get to: - Complete in games and challenges - Celebrate with a pizza party - Build their own course Parents get to: - Enjoy ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: KidStrong Gainesville 6020 NW 4 Pl Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $35 for members, $45 for non-members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Other

Archer UMC Paint and Praise

All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed for this fun night of painting and praise music! A $5 ...

Denmark Acres Grandparents Night

Grandparents Night – Friday, October 10th! (grandparent FREE with a child’s ticket)

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Denmark Acres 825 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
  • Cost: One grandparent receives FREE admission with each child ticket purchased!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Okito America Parents Night Out - Boo Bash Theme

Parents’ Night Out, Kids’ Night In! Join us Friday, October 10th for our Boo Bash PNO… a night of spooky ...

Otter Springs RV Park and Campground Fall Festival and Nightly Screams

Otter Springs Fall Festival- kick off the evening with family fun, games and delicious food starting at 6 pm. Nightly Screams ...

  • 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Otter Springs 6470 SW 80th Ave, Trenton, FL 32693
  • Cost: Festival and haunted event tickets sold separately. Festival TBA. Nightly Screams $10 per person, children 8 & under free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gainesville. ...

Bridge City Sinners - Outdoor Show at Heartwood

From the misty, pine-covered hills of the Pacific Northwest hail the Bridge City Sinners. Dark Folk? Americana? Folk Punk? Pre-war ...

IMPACT GNV: On Sight

Join IMPACT GNV on World Mental Health Day for a live one-person show by Dr. Micah Johnson. The core of ...

Chief Theatre presents Footloose The Musical

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment ...

Homestead Haunt: Cavern of Cosmic Horrors

An Alien Encounter You Won't Forget! Prepare for an out-of-this-world experience as Homestead Park proudly announces the highly anticipated return ...

Play Tennis Gainesville: XGlosive Tennis (Glow in the Dark Tennis)

XGLOsive Tennis is a fun, high-energy way to play tennis with black lights and neon colors. The glow-in-the-dark spectacular blends ...

11October

Depot Park Anniversary parkrun

Celebrate with us! Depot Park parkrun has been going strong - and growing! - since 9/29/2018. What an incredible journey ...

Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats

A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...

Empower Womens Physical Therapy: Postpartum Bootcamp

Katie Heard (Doula, Nurse Educator, and Lactation Consultant) and Dr. Payton McWilliams (Pelvic Physical Therapist) are excited to present this ...

Free Teen Workshop: Designing Your Future

Feeling unsure about life after high school? Explore career options through fun, interactive activities in a supportive environment. Gain clarity ...

Gainesville Volleyball hosts AVP Grass Nationals

Gainesville Volleyball is the local host of the 2025 AVP Grass Nationals presented by Gainesville Sports Commission and Visit Gainesville ...

Grow Hub: Disability Awareness Market

Grow Hub is having another Disability Awareness Market this fall! Come out to our plant nursery on October 11th, 9 AM ...

Kickin' It Martial Arts Tournament Benefiting Stop Children's Cancer, Inc.- 2025

North Central Florida, Kickin’ It! Marial Arts Tournament is coming Oct 11th! This is a wonderful fundraiser benefitting Stop Childer’s ...

Mossman Hall Halloween Themed Market

Halloween Themed Market. Costume contest for children only starting at 1 pm-2 pm.

O'Leno State Park Wildflower Hike

Join us Saturday, October 11th, at 9 am for a ranger-led hike to see the wildflowers blooming in some of ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: O'Leno State Park, 410 SE O'Leno Park Road, High Springs, Florida 32643
  • Cost: $5/car park entry fee
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Two Sisters Coffee Co: The Big Apple Craft A Thon

Join us for a FREE fall morning where we'll read the classic 10 Apples Up on Top! by Dr. Seuss, ...

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Fall Festival

Join us Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM for the perfect autumn day. Bring the whole ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $7 | Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Archer First United Methodist Church: Autumn Art & Crafts Festival

We are excited to welcome local artists to our first Autumn Art & Crafts Festival. In addition to unique creations, ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer First United Methodist Church 17121 SW 137th Avenue, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Braze Ranch Fall Festival

An authentic family-friendly experience that includes an 8-acre sorghum pasture, pumpkin patch, touch-a-tractor, corn crib, farm games, and a chance ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
  • Cost: Adults $12 | Children 2-10 $8 | Infants Free
  • Website: brazeranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

DADurday

Fall into family and fatherhood engagement at the DADurday event on Saturday, October 11th 10 am-12 pm at Citizen’s Park. ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Citizen’s Park 1208 NE 14th Street, Gainesville, FL 32602
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Dudley Farm Historic State Park Kids Day - Critter Crawl

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

Eco Farm Fall Festival

Mark your calendars — the Eco Farm Fall Festival is coming this October 11, 2025! A day of music, nature, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 17306 NW 112th Blvd Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: $5 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fields of Grace Farmhouse Fall Vendor Market

Join us for a family-friendly Fall Vendor Market filled with festive fun, shopping, and local charm! Celebrate the season with: - Handmade ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Fields of Grace Farmhouse by Lakeside Park 315 N Lake Avenue, Lake Butler, Fl 32054
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park: Presentation - Marjorie at War

Join us for a discussion about Marjorie Rawlings' experiences during World War II. This program will include a presentation about ...

NHRA Division 2 E.T. Bracket Finals

The NHRA Southeast Division bring the Summit Racing E.T. Finals back to Florida’s Home for Drag Racing October 9-11, 2025. ...

Branford Farm Stand Fall Harvest

Our Fall Festival will be bigger and better than ever. Live music every weekend. We have a super awesome surprise ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 27687 US-129, Branford, FL, 32008
  • Cost: Admission to the festival is $12 for adults, $10 kids(3-12), 2 & under are free!
  • Website: www.branfordfarmstand.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ghosts and Gators Fall Festival

Come join us for a full Gainesville Family Fun Fall Festival benefiting Florida Diabetes Camp! At the event we will have: • ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 3536 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Tickets: Only $7 each, Family bundles available, Children 3 & under are FREE, pets welcome!
  • Website: www.aeduf.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

JCPenney Kids Zone - Fire Safety Scene Craft & Fire Truck Visit

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

Newberry RC Park Saturday Club Showdown

Come test the latest layout! This will be a simple, quick club race. Come turn some laps and prepare for ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Newberry RC Track: 24880 NW 16th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free to spectate
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Alachua County Library Fall Teen Art Show at Headquarters Branch

The Alachua County Library District is pleased to announce the 2025 Fall Teen Art Show on Saturday, October 11, and ...

RideNow Gainesville Customer Appreciation Day

We’re celebrating YOU, our amazing RideNow family! Join us for an afternoon packed with fun, food, and giveaways. What to Expect: - ...

Alachua Pumpkin Patch Tractor Rides and Children's Story Time

Saturdays and Sundays through October Hay Rides 1 pm-4 pm Children’s Story Time 2 pm-4 pm

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch: Fairy House Jars

On Saturday, October 11 at 2:00 p.m., children can come to the Micanopy Branch Library and pick out their very ...

Tioga Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is back at Tioga Town Center! This year’s event will be held Saturday, October 11th from 2-8pm. Come join us ...

  • 2:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Tioga Town Center, 13085 SW 1 Ln, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UF Campaign for Charities Event

Come out to First Magnitude Brewing Company for a lively afternoon hosted by UF Campaign for Charities. Bring a canned ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity

Once in distribution to more than 25 fulldome theaters worldwide, narrated by Academy-Award nominated actor Liam Neeson, Black Holes: the ...

Gainesville POPS Fall Concert

Join us for our first concert of the 2025-2026 season - Opening Night on Broadway! The Gainesville Pops will be ...

Historic Micanopy Ghost Tour

Join us for a spooky stroll through Historic Micanopy as we explore the town's haunted past on our Ghost Tour! Welcome ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Phantom of the Universe

“Phantom of the Universe” is a planetarium show that showcases an exciting exploration of dark matter, from the Big Bang ...

Otter Springs RV Park and Campground Fall Festival and Nightly Screams

Otter Springs Fall Festival- kick off the evening with family fun, games and delicious food starting at 6 pm. Nightly Screams ...

  • 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Otter Springs 6470 SW 80th Ave, Trenton, FL 32693
  • Cost: Festival and haunted event tickets sold separately. Festival TBA. Nightly Screams $10 per person, children 8 & under free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

First Presbyterian Church Concert Series: Festival Singers of Florida

The Festival Singers of Florida, under the direction of Dr. Kevin Fenton, will be joined by the Eastside and Gainesville ...

Chief Theatre presents Footloose The Musical

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment ...

Homestead Haunt: Cavern of Cosmic Horrors

An Alien Encounter You Won't Forget! Prepare for an out-of-this-world experience as Homestead Park proudly announces the highly anticipated return ...

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