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16December

UF Facilities Services Christmas Parade

Experience the excitement and joy of the holiday season at the 6th Annual UF Facilities Services Children’s Christmas Parade on ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: UF Campus, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: calendar.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby Adventures

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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. ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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 - ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 16994 SW 134 Avenue, Archer, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Hawthorne Hub

Hawthorne’s activity central every Tuesday after school 3 and 4 pm: Impossible to be late! Join us for arts/crafts, board & ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Hawthorne Branch Meeting Room 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Newberry Branch Perler Bead Studio

Design art with Perler beads, either using a template or your imagination. At this program, participants will design custom works of ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

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

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • 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

Texas Roadhouse: Santa and the Grinch Event

Texas Roadhouse in Gainesville is excited to bring the holly jolly holidays to our most loyal VIPs! Join us on ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Texas Roadhouse 3984 SW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Community Christian Band Christmas Concert

Celebrating the big heart and sonorous tunes of the multi-generational Community Christian Band at our Christmas concert. Many of our ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Living Faith Fellowship Church 5510 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free
17December

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • 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

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Free

Ward's Supermarket Santa Visit

Join us at Ward’s on December 17th, 2025, for a magical visit from a very special guest! Santa will be here ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 515 SR-120, Gainesville, FL 32609-8527
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Downtown Chanukah Festival

Join in the lighting of a giant menorah! Featuring: Live Music Band and Stage Performance, Children's Crafts, Hot Latkes, Sufganiyot, Menorah ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: free, donations appreciated
  • Website: jewishgator.com
  • Category: Free

Bronson First Baptist Church: Christmas on Court Street

Bronson… your new favorite Christmas tradition is almost here. Christmas on the Court! On December 17 from 6–9 PM, we’ll be ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 460 S Court Street, Bronson, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Inter Gainesville Soccer School Interest Meeting

Inter Gainesville is launching… a SCHOOL — and we want YOU to be a part of it! Join us for ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Freedom Center at Kanapaha Veterans Memorial Park Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Holiday Movie Night at South Main Station

Free family movie night on the lawn with a screening of Dr. Suess' The Grinch on Wednesday, December 17th from ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: South Main Station - Heartwood Lawn 619 South Main Street Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Church at Triple Cross presents Birth of the Christ Child

Kings & Camels it’s a family affair. An outdoor event, bring a lawn chair. Concession stand available.

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Church At Triple Cross Ranch (NW Marion County), 20736 NW 100 Avenue Road, Shiloh, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free
18December

Bronson United Methodist Church Santa Visit

Santa and Mrs. Clause are stopping by Bronson United Methodist Church for your photos. Bring the kiddos. Beautiful Setting.

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 235 S Court St, Bronson, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency Christmas Event

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency. We are getting ready for Christmas! Writing letters to ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 9145 SW 49th Pl, Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32608-8154
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
  • Cost: Free event · No registration required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mandalas for All: DIY Holiday Mandala Ornament

Mandalas For All with Evelyn Gretchen presents a holiday mandala workshop where participants will paint a mandala ornament to keep ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch Library 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Safe Kids North Central Florida: Celebration Pointe State Farm Good Neighbor - Car Seat Check Up

Car seats are available to eligible caregivers. Please contact jordyn.zyngier@ufhealth.org if you are in need of car seat assistance. A car ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: North Parking Garage 5017 Southwest 27th Lane 3rd Floor Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Library Partnership Family Resource Center: Family Holiday Party

Join us at the Library Partnership Family Resource Center for their annual Family Holiday Party! There will be activities, holiday ...

  • 2:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Resource Center 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • 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

Grace Bible Church Gainesville Christmas Concert

We will be holding our GBC Christmas Concert at the Historic Thomas Center on Thursday, December 18th, 2025 at 7:00 ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Thomas Center 302 NE 6th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • 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
19December

LEGO League Regional Championship

The 2025 First LEGO League Regional Championship is happening Friday & Saturday, December 19-20 at Legacy Park in Alachua, FL- ...

  • 8:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: FREE and open to the public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Reindeer Games in the Park

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup. We're playing Reindeer Games in the park. Fun Christmas-themed games and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Green Tree Park 3600 NW 19th Street, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library MakerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us for a fun morning of making and crafting! Supplies provided, ages 6-11.

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
  • Cost: Free event · No registration required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

City of Gainesville Downtown Winter Market Series

In time for the holidays and into the new year, The Streatery will be the site of Gainesville’s new Downtown ...

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

Winter Solstice Sunset Walk at Barr Hammock Levy Loop

Alachua County Forever (ACF) invites residents to a winter solstice sunset stroll through the marsh at Levy Prairie. Participants will ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 14920 SE 11th Dr., Micanopy, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center: The Jolly Jammie Jam

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Dare to Be Different Youth Empowerment organization, along with MyTime Tutoring, are ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center 25515 NW 6th Ave Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Polar Express and Santa Claus

The High Springs Historical Society will partner for the third consecutive year with Saint Bartholomew's Church. Our volunteers are hard at ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Chick-fil-A Alachua FL Christmas Craft Party

Get into the holiday spirit with us! Join our Christmas Craft Party on Friday, December 19th from 6:00–7:30 pm at ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 16310 NW US HWY 441, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Family Life Church Christmas Event

Who is ready for a Friday night full of family Christmas fun!? We are! We hope you and your family ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: 17259 SW Archer Rd Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

High Springs Brewing Company Whoville Village

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

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Limitless Legends FC Soccer Meet Up

Can't wait to see you all for our December soccer meet-up! Indoor location! Limitless Legends FC is the first all-inclusive Adaptive ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Hawthorne Community Christmas Concert

Hawthorne’s Seventh Annual Christmas Concert is almost here — and this year’s event promises to be one of the most ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Lakeside Baptist Church 22027 65th Ave, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

St Patrick Catholic Church: Third Friday Concert Series-Hoggtowne Bronze Dancing Through the Snow

Join us at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church for the 3rd Friday Concert Series. Featuring Hoggtowne Bronze “Dancing Through the Snow.”

  • 6:40 pm 
  • Location: St Patrick Catholic Church 500 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: All concerts are FREE to the public.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free
20December

Depot Park Holiday Ugly Sweater parkrun, FREE 5K

Join us on 12/20 with your ugliest mismatched holiday sweater. No color scheme is off the table! Event starts promptly ...

  • 7:30 am -  9:00 am 
  • Location: Depot Park (East Overlook) 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

LEGO League Regional Championship

The 2025 First LEGO League Regional Championship is happening Friday & Saturday, December 19-20 at Legacy Park in Alachua, FL- ...

  • 8:00 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: FREE and open to the public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

December to Remember at The Alachua County Farmers' Market

Get ready for a December to Remember at the Alachua County Farmers Market! Join us and enjoy festive vendors, seasonal ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Farmers' Market 5920 NW 13th St. Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Town of Fort White Breakfast with Santa

Town of Fort White Pancake Breakfast with Santa. Free pancake breakfast and visit with Santa for Fort White Elementary and ...

  • 8:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Fort White Community Center - 17579 SW State Road 47 Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.fortwhitefl.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Forever Anniversary Hike

Alachua County invites the community to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Alachua County Forever land conservation program with a ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 14505 NW County Road 236, Alachua, FL 32615-3472
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fort White Soccer Inc. Christmas Market at the Field

Come join us for a day of fun in Fort White! Fort White Soccer Club is hosting a Christmas Market ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: SW Vixen Lane, Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Lake Butler: Mistletoe on Main Featuring The Grinch

Get ready for a day full of holiday cheer at Mistletoe on Main! Bring the family for photos with The Grinch, ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 275 W Main St, Lake Butler, FL 32054-1656
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Archer St. Phillip’s Lodge 55 Christmas Toy Drive Event

It’s that time of year again! Every year our organization strives for every child to have a wonderful holiday. This ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Wilson Robinson Park 13975 SW 174th St, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Guitar Center Open House

Jump-start your lessons journey with the support of other musicians just like you. Come to a Lessons Open House, take ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 3210 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608-2415
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.guitarcenter.com
  • Category: Free

Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Polar Express and Santa Claus

The High Springs Historical Society will partner for the third consecutive year with Saint Bartholomew's Church. Our volunteers are hard at ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
  • Cost: Free event · No registration required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Vecinos Gainesville: Daddy Claus Family Pics

We will be collecting gifts, wrapping and sorting while Daddy Claus takes pics with kiddos and families. There will be ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 208 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-5210
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program

Join us for the Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program at the Headquarters Library, Cone Park Library, and Clarence R. ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Clarence R Kelly Center 1701 NE 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.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

Downtown High Springs Artwalk

Join us in 2025 for ArtWalk on the 3rd Saturday of March, April, May, October, November and December. Come browse ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown High Springs Florida
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Town of Bronson: Cookies with Santa

Santa Claus is coming to Town! Come enjoy refreshments and have your photo taken with Santa Claus!

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Dogan S Cobb Municipal Building 660 E Hathaway Ave, Bronson, FL 32621
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Melrose Center Christmas Show & Santa

Celebrating the Holidays! 1:00 pm - UP Singers 1:20 pm - Mr. & Mrs. Claus (A Visit from St. Nicholas) 1:35 pm - ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 307 State Road 26 Melrose, FL 32666
  • 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

Harn Museum Weekend Tours

3rd Saturday of Every Month from 2-3 pm Enjoy a friendly discussion about the museum’s exhibitions with a free Docent-led tour. ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art - 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Town of Fort White Christmas Parade

The Town Of Fort White Will Host A Christmas Parade On Saturday, December 20th, Beginning At 2:00pm. Special Guests Include Santa ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 17828 SW State Road 47, Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.fortwhitefl.com
  • Category: Free

Bonnie Melrose Christmas Parade of Lights

Grand Marshal: Robin Chiappini Christmas Festival at Heritage Park 3 pm-8 pm Santa Cruise & Car Show 3 pm-5 pm Photos with Santa ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Heritage Park 300 FL-26, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

City of Gainesville Downtown Winter Market Series

In time for the holidays and into the new year, The Streatery will be the site of Gainesville’s new Downtown ...

Newberry Elf’s Big Give

Get ready for a night of holiday joy and giving at Newberry Elf’s Big Give on Friday, December 20th from ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: S Seaboard Dr, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Newberry Nana's Gingerbread Decorating Contest & Snowy Block Party

Gather your friends, family and coworkers and build the best Gingerbread House you can to compete in our 3rd annual ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Newberry Municipal 25420 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669-4254
  • 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

LyriCo Conservatory Holiday Concert & Party

Join us for a joyful afternoon of holiday music on December 20th at 4:30 PM in the LyriCo Courtyard! We’re ...

  • 4:30 pm 
  • Location: LyriCo Courtyard 3601 SW 2nd Ave Ste M Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Yule Community Feast

You and yours are warmly invited to our Yule Community Feast (vegetarian potluck style) & Pagan Carol Singalong to celebrate ...

  • 4:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The FOLC Farm - 3625 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Newberry Christmas Parade

There’s no better way to wrap up the season than with the annual Newberry Christmas Parade! Presented by the Newberry ...

Christmas from the Hart

Come out to Hart Springs Park on the 3rd Weekend from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm and experience the wonder ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Hart Springs 4240 SW 86th Ave, Bell, FL 32619
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: hartsprings.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas on the Square at CountryWay Town Square

Join us for a night of free community, family fun celebrating the Christmas season! With Santa, wagon rides, crafts, music, ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: CountryWay Town Square 1739 SW 248th Drive, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

High Springs Brewing Company Whoville Village

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

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free
21December

Greenhouse Church Christmas Extravaganza

We’ve planned an amazing day for the whole family with holiday treats, an outdoor Christmas party with inflatables, a petting ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: 11200 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606-4919
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Metro Diner: Brunch with Santa

Santa's coming to town! Join us from 10 am to 2 pm on Sunday, December 21st for Brunch with Santa! Stop ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Metro Diner 2130 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

SonLife Church of Christ: Christmas Worship Service and Lunch Party with Santa

Please join us on Sunday, Dec 21st at 10am-noon for our Christmas worship service and lunch party with Christmas carols, ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.mysonlife.com
  • Category: Free

GGIC International Food and Craft Market

Enjoy traditional dishes from around the world prepared by local home chefs, art and games by local creators, and great ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Meet Santa at Gainesville Harley-Davidson

Santa’s rolling into Gainesville Harley! Join us for pictures and games with Santa, burgers & hotdogs hot off the grill, ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Harley-Davidson, 4125 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: gainesvilleharley.com
  • Category: Free

City of Gainesville Downtown Winter Market Series

In time for the holidays and into the new year, The Streatery will be the site of Gainesville’s new Downtown ...

Ocala Downtown Market: Winter Wonderland

Step into a Winter Wonderland! Join us for a magical holiday market full of festive cheer, delicious food, and family ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Downtown Market 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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

The Barn at Lakeside Ranch: Milk, Cookies & the Message of Christ

Please join us for this FREE community event! - Bring the kiddos to visit with Santa Clause - Participate in holiday crafts ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: 167 Orange Ln, Hawthorne, FL 32640-4178
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.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

Community Menorah Lighting at Congregation B'nai Israel

Join us to light the menorah, enjoy a nosh and Hanukkah Festiveness on the 8th night!

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: B'nai Israel Lawn 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.bnaigainesville.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas from the Hart

Come out to Hart Springs Park on the 3rd Weekend from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm and experience the wonder ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Hart Springs 4240 SW 86th Ave, Bell, FL 32619
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: hartsprings.com
  • Category: Free

City of Trenton Christmas Story and Carols Event

We are so excited to invite you, your family, and friends from all across our neighboring communities to join us ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Gilchrist County Courthouse Lawn 112 S Main St #1004, Trenton, FL 32693
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

High Springs Brewing Company Whoville Village

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

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Micanopy Christian Fellowship Christmas Caroling Hayride and Bonfire

Everyone is invited to the Micanopy Christian Fellowship annual Christmas Caroling Hayride and Bonfire. We ride around the town of ...

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free
22December

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Paint a Gingerbread Man

Customize your own clay gingerbread man with paint and other craft supplies. Once you’re done, he can be fashioned into ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (HQ Makerspace Room) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free
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