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30November

Studio TM: Holiday Mugs

This is holidays, this is holidays, holidays, holidays! It’s time to decorate mugs with your favorite winter imaginations: even winter crossovers ...

Girl Scout Daisies, Unicorn Party in Gainesville

Come play, do some crafts and learn about joining Girl Scouts! Step into a world of sparkle and imagination at ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach

Words & Music by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul Book by Timothy Allen McDonald Based on the book by Roald Dahl Directed by ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets $25, Senior/Student Tickets $20, Children 12 and under Tickets $15
  • Website: app.arts-people.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Ripple Theatricals presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Step into a world of Pure Imagination on Gainesville’s Southwest side as Ripple Theatricals opens its doors with Charlie and ...

Studio TM: Holiday Frames

Now’s your chance to make your custom frame to hold your favorite pictures and place them on display just in ...

Star Center Theatre presents The Trip to Bountiful

The Trip to Bountiful by Horton Foote Direction by Christian St. John Horton Foote’s moving play tells the story of Carrie Watts, ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609-3642
  • Cost: $22 General Admission, $20 Seniors/Military, $15 Students
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Girl Scouts Recruitment Event

Join us for an afternoon of friendship, fun, and Girl Scout spirit at our “Where Friendship Grows!” event! For girls in ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

01December

Smart Start at Zion Christmas

Friends, November flew by and we are excited to announce our wait for the next class is almost over! Christmas ...

Alachua County Library: Elementary Book Club at Headquarters Branch

Please join a group from the University of Florida as we read and discuss popular books at the 3rd-5th grade ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch Make-It Monday: Embroidery Bookmarks

Make your own winter bookmark using plastic canvas and yarn! Freestyle your design or use available patterns.

Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. : Kids Yoga

Join us for the Kids Yoga class on Mondays at 5:00 pm- 5:30 pm EST. This class is a great ...

Santa Fe Inferno Softball White 10U Tryouts

Do you currently play for us and want to come back in the spring for some more fun? Are you unhappy ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Champions Park Of Newberry 24617 SW 30th Ave, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free tryout
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts
02December

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch

Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your ...

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 Waldo Branch: Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...

Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum

Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...

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

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

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

Chick-fil-A at Archer Road Holiday Family Night

See you tonight from 5-7 pm for our Christmas Family Night. We can’t wait to usher in the Christmas Spirit ...

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: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Newberry Parks & Recreation Basketball Skills Camp

Get ready — next week is all about basketball at the Easton Sports Complex! We’re opening the gym every single ...

POP Culture RAMA Gainesville: Gundam TCG Weekly Store Tournamnent

Gundam TCG every Tuesday at 7 PM.

03December

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Guided Walking Tours

Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Join experienced rangers on a guided nighttime hike, to learn ...

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 ...

Matheson History Museum Cocoa & Culture: Sweet Stories from Trinidad to St. Augustine

Join Dr. Clarissa Carr and graduate researcher Anthea Grant of the University of Florida Historic Preservation Program for a fascinating ...

Gainesville Master Chorale presents Hurry Up, Holidays

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

04December

Impact Health 360: Holiday Market

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

Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym

Open Gym Schedule for the week of 12/01 - 12/07

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Trees

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

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Skate Station Funworks

Calling all Homeschoolers, come to Skate Station. Tiny Tots is now new and improved! They have expanded the age to ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission is $10 per child.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tiny Tot Bundles: Meet Santa & Holiday Photo Sessions

Santa is coming to Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us for a magical Meet & Greet + Photo Session with Santa ...

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 ...

Gilchrist County Centennial Birthday Block Party

Gilchrist County is turning 100! We're just a few days away from the Centennial Birthday Block Party, and we can’t wait ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Gilchrist County Courthouse 112 S Main St #1004, Trenton, FL 32693
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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.

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Kpop Demon Hunters Art Workshop

Unleash your creativity with the Kpop Demon Hunters Art Workshop, designed for kids aged 5 and up! Choose your favorite ...

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 ...

Light-up Homestead Park

Williston's Most Dazzling Tradition is Back! Get ready to step into a winter wonderland! The Light-up Homestead Park returns starting ...

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 ...

05December

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 ...

Tri-County Outreach Thrift Store Christmas Sidewalk Sale

Lots of Christmas decor, name brand jackets, coats and jeans. Don't forget Side Walk has been changed to Friday due ...

Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays

Friendship Fridays is a ministry of Gainesville Baptist Church developed with the purpose of giving homeschooling families in our community ...

Tiny Tot Bundles: Meet Santa & Holiday Photo Sessions

Santa is coming to Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us for a magical Meet & Greet + Photo Session with Santa ...

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 ...

Loomis Bros. Circus Santa's Big Top Circus

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...

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 ...

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 ...

Light the Village at Haile Village Center

Save the Date! It’s time to light up the holidays! Join us at the Haile Village Center for Light the ...

Prescription Outdoors Photos with Santa

Step into the magic of Christmas at Prescription Outdoors! Join us for an evening filled with festive fun - photos ...

University of Florida: Lighting of the Holiday Gator

Students, faculty, staff, families, and friends are invited to the sixth annual “Lighting of the Holiday Gator” from 5:30 to ...

Canvas KIDS Jingle Jam

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and our Canvas Kids team has prepared an incredible night for you ...

Gainesville Circus Center Afterschool Showcase: Diwali - Circus of Lights

Celebrate Diwali like never before at the Gainesville Circus Center's Afterschool Showcase! Supported by the Children's Trust of Alachua County and ...

High Springs Brewing Company Whoville Village

Fun with Grinch & Whoville! First 3 weekends of Dec 5, 6, 7 & Dec 12, 13, 14 & Dec ...

UF RecSports: First Fridays Parent’s Night Out

Join us for First Fridays—a monthly night of games, crafts, active play, and more for kids ages 5–12. Pizza and ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Southwest Recreation Center 3150 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: recsports.ufl.edu
  • Category: Other

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 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 ...

Light-up Homestead Park

Williston's Most Dazzling Tradition is Back! Get ready to step into a winter wonderland! The Light-up Homestead Park returns starting ...

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. ...

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 ...

06December

Saint Francis Catholic Academy: Breakfast with Santa

Join us for a magical morning at Saint Francis Catholic Academy on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 8:30 AM to ...

  • 8:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Saint Francis Catholic Academy, 4100 NW 115th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $7 for adults and $5 for children (K-8th Grade)
  • Website: www.sfcawolves.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Florida Gators Baseball Winter Prospect Camp

The Florida Gators Baseball program is pleased to be offering our Winter Prospect Camp. This camp is designed to help ...

The Little Cafe Santa Visit

Quick Santa Update! We really wanted to offer tickets to reserve spots to see Santa, but with our little café ...

Alachua Conservation Trust: Trail Accessibility Event

On Saturday, December 6, Alachua Conservation Trust, the Florida Trail Association, and Florida State Parks will host a Trail Accessibility ...

Crafty Gemini Maker’s Market & Youth Biz Fair

We are hosting a fabric/sewing supply shopping event right here in Alachua, FL this weekend! And because we wanted to take ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Dixie J's Home Decor and Vintage Treasures Christmas Market

Come join us for our Christmas Market on December 6th from 10 am-2 pm. The vendors in the store will ...

Dock Street Christmas Market

Join us for a lively street festival featuring arts and crafts vendors, festive holiday cheer and fun activities for the ...

Fields of Grace Christmas Market

Join Us for the Fields of Grace Christmas Market! Get ready for a festive celebration at our Christmas Market, where ...

Girl Scout Saturdays: Nature Senses and Art

Your senses come alive in nature! Come participate in an exciting nature scavenger hunt, listen to nature sounds, sniff out ...

Holiday Kid's Craft Fair hosted by the United Church of Gainesville

Join us at the United Church of Gainesville on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 10 am-12 pm for UCG's Annual ...

Ravine Gardens State Park Marketplace in the Gardens & Santa

Market Place in the Gardens. In the auditorium (due to weather), Santa is flying in from the North Pole with ...

Rim Ramble Hike at Paynes Prairie

Paynes Prairie is a 23,000-acre preserve managed by the Florida Park Service. In 1774, William Bartram, a naturalist from Philadelphia, ...

Robertson Vet Clinic Open House

Join us for our exciting Grand Reopening Celebration on December 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., where friends, family, ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Robertson Vet Clinic 490 NW 60th Street, Suite 2 Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Saint Francis Catholic Academy Christmas Market

Celebrate the Season at Saint Francis Catholic Academy’s First-Ever Christmas Market! Join us on December 6 from 10 AM to 5 ...

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Holiday Storytime

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

D1 Training Gainesville Winter Combine

Calling all North Central Florida athletes — it’s time to see how you stack up! Join us for the D1 Training ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: D1 Training Gainesville, 4600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: $25 per athlete, FREE for current D1 Training Gainesville members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Micanopy Holiday Stroll

All-day holiday gathering, shopping, cafes, live music, plein air artists, museum tours. Santa and Mrs. Claus 2 pm to 4 pm. Community ...

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 ...

Kicking with Kindness - Malachi Lancaster Toy Drive

In honor of Malachi Lancaster join us for a community event celebrating the life, love, and kindess of Malachi; a ...

Regal My Way Matinee: Sensory-Friendly Movies: Zootopia 2

Regal’s My Way Matinee gives everyone the opportunity to experience a movie with the lights turned up and the volume ...

Fathom presents The Magic Flute Encore

The Met made history in December 2006 when it presented its first Live in HD transmission to movie theaters worldwide ...

Momentum Dance Presents Winter Recital – Holiday Fantasy

Momentum Dance Presents 5th Annual “Holiday Fantasy” Recital

Alachua County Library Micanopy Branch: Reading with A Ranger "The Secret River" by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

Join us for a special Story Time with Ranger Cook from the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park. Ranger Cook ...

Gainesville Circus Center Afterschool Showcase: Diwali - Circus of Lights

Celebrate Diwali like never before at the Gainesville Circus Center's Afterschool Showcase! Supported by the Children's Trust of Alachua County and ...

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 ...

Ripple Theatricals presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Step into a world of Pure Imagination on Gainesville’s Southwest side as Ripple Theatricals opens its doors with Charlie and ...

Studio TM: Gingerbread Houses

Let’s keep the gingerbread house year-round - sweet, pretty, and perfect front entry decoration! Come join us as a part ...

Gainesville POPS Christmas Concert

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

Loomis Bros. Circus Santa's Big Top Circus

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...

Coke Holiday Caravan at Celebration Pointe

We are excited to share the Coke Holiday Caravan will join us at Celebration Pointe on Saturday, December 6, 2025. ...

Gal Pal Beauty Lounge: Stuff Your Stocking Christmas Trunk-or-Treat

Grab your jammies and join us for a holly jolly night of Christmas fun! Kids, wear your favorite pajamas and bring ...

Holiday Lights Celebration at the Historic Thomas Center

Experience the magic of the season at the City of Gainesville's annual Holiday Lights Celebration! Join us for a festive evening ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: The Thomas Center, 302 NE 6th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Newberry Firehouse Gallery Puppet Show & Holiday Event

The Newberry Firehouse Gallery is hosting a kid-friendly puppet show on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 5 pm with one ...

Vecinos Gainesville: Dominican Christmas Party

Christmas is coming to Vecinos this Saturday! Join us for the Dominican Christmas Party in Gainesville and experience a festive ...

High Springs Brewing Company Whoville Village

Fun with Grinch & Whoville! First 3 weekends of Dec 5, 6, 7 & Dec 12, 13, 14 & Dec ...

Holy Family Catholic Church Christmas Cantata and Santa

We will have our free annual Christmas Cantata inside the church this year! Afterwards, we will have cookies and photos ...

Lake Area Bible Church presents The Night to Remember

LABC’s annual Christmas production filled with music, captivating story, and dance! Join us and invite someone for The Night to Remember. Saturday, ...

Light-up Homestead Park

Williston's Most Dazzling Tradition is Back! Get ready to step into a winter wonderland! The Light-up Homestead Park returns starting ...

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 ...

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