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December 21 - 27

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

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, ...

Unity of Gainesville Christmas Concert

The community is invited to celebrate the season at Unity of Gainesville, Florida's Annual Christmas Concert. An inspiring musical event ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Unity of Gainesville, Florida - 8801 NW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free to attend, but space is limited. Families and community members are encouraged to reserve their tickets in advance
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Studio TM: Christmas Ornaments

It’s time to put some joy on the tree - come join us for some early ornament making that will ...

  • 12:00 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

Last Minute Lucy-Holiday Shopping Event

Join us for a holiday shopping event supporting local small businesses!

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 ...

  • 2:00 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

Fathom presents The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker

The magician Herr Drosselmeyer is on a quest to save his nephew. Hans-Peter has been transformed into a Nutcracker doll ...

Star Center Theatre presents Soulful Holiday

Soulful Holiday is a Motown fairytale — Cinderella’s courage, Christmas Carol’s redemption, and Hallmark’s heart — where the magic isn’t ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Tickets on Sale Soon!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Community Menorah Lighting at Congregation B'nai Israel

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

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gainesville Juniors Volleyball Club Holiday 4 v. 4 Tournament

Back by popular demand! Holiday 4 v. 4 Tournament for youth and adult players.

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: GJ Main Gym 3606 SW 34th Street, Gainesville, Florida
  • Cost: $25 per player
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Fathom presents The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker

The magician Herr Drosselmeyer is on a quest to save his nephew. Hans-Peter has been transformed into a Nutcracker doll ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Candy Cane Cafe

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

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.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.

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center: UMOJA A Kwanzaa Celebration

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at UMOJA! Bring the family to enjoy games, crafts, and delicious food in a ...

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 ...

Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 12:00 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

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 ...

  • 2:00 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

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 ...

December 21 - 27