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November 29 - December 5

Gainesville Post Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K

Thanksgiving attire, furry friends, and canned goods donations welcome! 8:30 am Registration | 9 am Start

Gainesville Garden Club Holiday Market

Shop for the holidays! Featuring: local artisans, crafters, plant and food vendors.

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Garden Club, 1350 NW 75th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ggcfl.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jolly’s Home for the Holidays Market

Join us for Home for the Holidays – a Christmas market filled with antiques, unique collectibles, delicious baked goods, and ...

The Home Depot Kids Workshops-Teddy Bear Ornament

Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us from 9 am-12 pm for this fun, ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Thanksgiving Tours

Booking Holiday tours now on our website. This Thanksgiving, experience the magic! Walk or Ride Tours on Friday, November 28 ...

Gainesville Fine Arts Association: MADE Art Market

On Small Business Saturday, buy local artist made gifts this holiday season! Local art for sale with 26 artist vendors: ceramics, ...

AUK Market Small Biz Saturday Event

Goods, gifts and more on display by talented local vendors + makers at our open-air oasis on November 29! Come ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The AUK Market 2031 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Painting with a Twist: Kid's Class! Winter Magic

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

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Let It Snow

Come enjoy a "Music 360" experience for the whole family with Music 360: Let It Snow! This 30-minute full-dome show features ...

Studio TM: Thankful Mugs

It’s time to bring your imagination to life - it’s time to celebrate thankfulness! What are you thankful for? Maybe ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $80 (1 adult and child, additional children are $30 and can be added via add-on)
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2025 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 14th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cross Point Church of God Thanksgiving & Christmas Dinner

Join us for our Thanksgiving & Christmas Dinner at Cross Point Church of God on Sunday, November 30th at 5 ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Cross Point Church of God 1001 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission, all are welcome!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

Christmas Tales with Santa! Every Tuesday, starting November 4th! One reservation is needed per family.

V Pizza V for Victory Holiday Pizza Party

This year marks our 9th Annual V for Victory Holiday Pizza Party, a night of joy, community, and giving back! ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: V Pizza 115 SE 1 St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: Adult: $40, Kids Age 11-20: $25, Child Age 10 and under: $15
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - The Gingerbread Man

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
  • Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gainesville Master Chorale presents Hurry Up, Holidays

Free holiday choral concert featuring the University of Florida Choral Union and the Gainesville Master Chorale.

Impact Health 360: Holiday Market

Join us for our Annual Holiday Market — a festive celebration of Small Business Saturday and our incredible community of ...

United Country Real Estate Smith & Associates Pictures with Santa

Picture time is getting closer! Be sure you have your calendars marked for our annual Pictures with Santa event. Plus ...

Ravine Gardens State Park Christmas Tree Lighting

Please come to our Christmas Tree Lighting to celebrate the beginning of the Holiday Season. Free to everyone.

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Yellow Acres Boutique: Christmas Open House With Santa

Join us for a magical evening of vintage Christmas charm! - Giveaways every 15 minutes - Hors d’oeuvres & wine - A real ...

UF Center for Autism and Related Disabilities presents Ringing in the Season with the Annasemble Chamber Orchestra

University of Florida Center for Autism and Related Disabilities presents Ringing in the Season with the Annasemble Chamber Orchestra. Free ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Celebration United Methodist Church 9501 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays

By Flip Hobler & Cindy Marcus | Directed by Claude Smith After a blizzard shuts down the roads on Christmas Eve ...

Toys Tour

Join the largest Toys Collection Charity/Event on the water! Toys Tour is a nonprofit company 501(3)C helping children who are ...

Christkindlmarkt at Blackadder Brewing

It's the most wonderful time of the year...Time for our 9th Annual Christkindlmarkt! Join us for our outdoor holiday market featuring ...

Artisans' Guild Gallery Holiday Open House & Ornament Sale

It is that wonderful time of year! Celebrate with us at our 55th Annual Holiday Open House.. this year it ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Artisans' Guild Gallery 224 NW 2 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Chiefland Farmers Flea Market Christmas Event

Get ready for a magical night of holiday cheer at the Annual Christmas Event at the Chiefland Farmers Flea Market! ...

City of Alachua Christmas on Main Street and Tree Lighting

Join us for Christmas on Main Street Tree Lighting, a festive evening filled with holiday cheer and family fun! This FREE ...

High Springs Holiday Candlelight Shopping

Join us for a magical evening of holiday cheer as downtown businesses open their doors for a special Candlelight Shopping ...

Shoppes at Thornebrook Holiday Market and Santa

Thornebrook will be decorated in winter wonderland attire as we herald the holiday season. Celebrate with local shops and vendors, ...

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights

The 2025 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 5, and end on December 24. December 5 through the 23 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
  • Website: stephenfostercso.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2025 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 14th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Westside Baptist Church - Family Christmas Movie Night

Like popcorn and movies? Join our kids and families for Family Christmas Movie Night on Friday, December 5th, at 6:30 ...

Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas

The Gainesville Big Band, under the direction of Marco Thomas, presents a Big Band Christmas with TWO performances this year! ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Meizon Church 3411 Northwest 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $15 General Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gainesville POPS Christmas Concert

Join us for Gainesville POPS' annual Christmas Concert. Admission is free and all are welcome. Christmas Concert 1 - Friday, December ...

Heartwood Presents Fall-La-La: A Holiday A Cappella Showcase

The holidays are almost here! And you know what they say, “The best way to spread [Holiday] cheer is singing ...

Trenton Train Depot Movie Night: Polar Express

Join us for a movie night! We will be showing Polar Express. Entrance is free. Bring your blankets, pillows or chairs. ...

Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays

By Flip Hobler & Cindy Marcus | Directed by Claude Smith After a blizzard shuts down the roads on Christmas Eve ...

Gainesville Youth Chorus Holiday Concert

Join us for our annual Holiday Concert!

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows: World War II Radio Christmas Play By Pat Kruis Tellinghusen Christmas Thieves By Greg ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon

Christmas: a time for magic. A time for the traditions we cherish. A time to watch as many original TV ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
November 29 - December 5