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June 29 - July 5

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Little Shop of Horrors

Book by Howard Ashman Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman Based on the film by Roger Corman, screenplay by Charles Griffith Directed ...

High Springs Playhouse presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare

By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winifield. Directed by Amber Zekic. Originally produced by Reduced Shakespeare Company The Complete Works ...

Smart Start at Zion Summer Sessions

“Tell Me a Story” is the theme for summer where we’ll be long story songs! This class is EARLY to ...

Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event

Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Orisirisi - African Folklore

Share the beauty of African life and culture through a unique folkloric performance filled with drumming, dance and storytelling. For thousands ...

Summer at the Library: Quite a Catch

Prepare to be amazed and entertained with a juggler who is dressed to impress! Ron Anglin is a professional clown ...

Alachua County Library: Teen D&D: Team A at Library Partnership Branch

You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Cartoons and Crafts

Come join us every Monday as we watch popular cartoons, chat, and craft together! This program uses popular cartoon series from ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch (Teen Space) 2801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: All About Snakes with UF IFAS

Get ready to slither into the fascinating world of snakes! From diverse species and cool adaptations to conservation efforts and staying ...

Momentum Dance Arts Open Tumbling

Open Tumbling for Ages 7-9 & 10+)

Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event

Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: Animal Tales Zoofari Earth

Join Animal Tales for our Zoofari Earth program! Be transported around the globe to six different continents with six different ...

Alachua County Library: Skill Issue-Car Repair

Our “Skill Issue” series for teenagers features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Teen Space 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Chick-fil-A at Archer Road Family Night-Cow Party

Summer of Cows is just around the corner! Here’s our first event of the season! Cow Party: Family Night Edition! ...

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

Speech4Kids of Gainesville Reading Skills Summer Group

Our reading skills summer group is the perfect opportunity for young and struggling readers to keep learning during the summer! ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Regal Royal Park : Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

The Knot Climbing Gym Kids Climb Free

From now through July 31st, kids can climb free every Wednesday between 10 AM and 2 PM. Must be accompanied ...

City of Gainesville Eco Buddies

Eco Buddies: hands-on education for toddlers and preschoolers. Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around ...

ColdStone Creamery Summer Ice Cream Social

Looking for somewhere to take your kids for an hour this summer. Well, here you go. We are doing our ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: see description for exact locations
  • Cost: Each child will receive 1 created ice cream of their choice and a balloon $3
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Summer at the Library: Magically Ever After

Enjoy a fabulous magic show with James Songster and his bunny sidekick, ChaChing, the Amazing Bunny! Spend a magical evening with ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Art Club

Join us every week to create art! Supplies provided, just bring your creativity. We provide materials for you to make any ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Theatre Club

Catch the acting bug as we have fun with improv, scene study and more!

Alachua County Library Drawing Club: Newberry Branch

Come hang out and draw with new friends. Get sketchy and practice your drawing skills at the Newberry Branch Library.

Alachua County Library Mario Kart Tournament-Teen Gaming

Join us for a special edition of Teen Gaming. Bring your friends and compete in our Mario Kart 8 tournament ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Summer Programming

Join us for unforgettable summer programming! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025 5 pm-6 ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Youth Summer Wednesday Nights

We are a safe space, everyone is welcome! 9th-12th grade! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, ...

Heartwood Soundstage & South Main Station: Community Nights

Community Nights at Music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Free event, all ages, pet friendly! Featuring live music, drink discounts, and ...

Family and Freedom Fun Night

Join us for a night of food, fun, and fellowship! Grilled food, bounce houses, family games, water slides, and more!

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Summer at the Library: Library Pokedex Scavenger Hunt

Join us this summer for a Pokémon scavenger hunt! Calling all Pokémon trainers, its time again to fill those Pokédexes! Every week ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Summer at the Library: See and Touch Live Insects-Florida Museum of Natural History

Enjoy visiting with bug scientists and explore living insects from the Florida Museum of Natural History.

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

Alachua County Library: Sunprints at Hawthorne Branch

Create a unique print with the help of the sun! Learn about the cyanotype method of photography and how it ...

Summer at the Library: ArtSpace

Join us for Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

UF Fanfares and Fireworks

Enjoy an evening of live music and spectacular fireworks presented by WUFT-FM, WUFT-TV, and WUFT Classic. WUFT-FM Morning Edition and WUFT ...

Tri County Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 4th of July Celebration

Free community event. Fireworks, Games, Vendors, Food. The entire event is free to the public! Come enjoy the biggest party ...

Keystone Heights July 4th Celebration

Keystone Heights features fun for the whole family at our 57th Annual Sounds of Freedom Independence Day Celebration! 5K run/walk, ...

Interlachen 4th of July Celebration

Family, freedom and fun…Independence Day 2025! Come join us for a day of fun, food and entertainment! Fireworks at 9 ...

Jack Gamble Melon Run

It's the best July 4th tradition in Gainesville...The 47th Annual Jack Gamble Melon Run! This three-mile run hosted by the Florida ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Westside Park, 1001 NW 34th Street, Gainesville FL 32605
  • Cost: $25-$35
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

July 4th Freedom 5k

Please Join us for the Freedom 5k in Keystone Heights, FL! This year the first 250 finishers will be getting ...

Starke Splash Bash

It's almost time for the 2nd annual Starke Splash Bash Parade and we are getting excited! Come out and join ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation July 4th Weekend Tours

Friday, July 4 & Saturday, July 5 Tours begin at 10 am Outdoor fun for all ages- ride or walk tours

Melrose Lake Santa Fe July 4th Boat Parade

Melrose Bay Promenade 10 am-11 am Lake Santa Fe Boat Parade starts at 11 am To participate, decorate your boat and be ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Red White and Blue

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

Melrose Art Walk 4th of July

Art Walk and Music All Day, Dinner starting at 5 pm!

Town of Micanopy 4th of July Celebration

Parade information: Starts at 11 am Start line: Tuscawilla Rd and Cholokka Blvd Theme: Red, White and Blue Ballpark Fun from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm Carson ...

Alachua County Library TinkerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration! Put your building and engineering skills to ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Children's Area) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

City of Alachua Fourth of July Celebration

Join us on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Legacy Park for the City of Alachua's annual Fourth of July Celebration! Gates ...

Lake City Independence Day Fireworks

4th of July Celebration 2025 "More Than Just Fireworks" Join us for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration filled with food, ...

Wild Adventures Splash Island Nights

When the sun goes down, the party cranks up with the return of Wild Adventures Splash Island Nights! Swim, slide & ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Wild Adventures Theme Park 3766 Old Clyattville Road, Valdosta, GA 31601
  • Cost: See website for ticket options
  • Website: www.wildadventures.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cedar Key Independence Day Fireworks

Cedar Key Eagles Club Parade. Decorate your golf cart, bike or just walk with us to celebrate the birthday of ...

Lake Butler Independence Celebration and Fireworks

The Lake Butler Rotary Club is pleased to announce that it will host the Independence Day Celebration at Lakeside Park ...

Depot Park Red, White and Blue Parkrun (free 5K)

Stars & Strides – July 4th parkrun (on the 5th!) Break out your red, white & blue and join us ...

Easton Newberry Archery Center: USAA Florida State Outdoor 720 Championship

This competition is an outdoor target archery event sanctioned through USA Archery. The competition will be run by the Easton ...

Starke Splash Bash

It's almost time for the 2nd annual Starke Splash Bash Parade and we are getting excited! Come out and join ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY Index-Card-A-Day (ICAD) Challenge

Join the Archer community as we participate in the 15th Annual ICAD Challenge. Started by Daisy Yellow, the ICAD challenge is ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Explore Archer

These are self-guided art activities based on the Archer Branch Summer Reading theme: Explore Archer. Each week, the Archer Branch celebrates ...

Branford 4th of July River Reunion Festival

Come over to Branford for the annual 4th of July celebration hosted by the Branford Florida River Reunion! You won't ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: ARC Discovery DIY-Printmaking

Open Studio! These are weekly self-guided printmaking projects in the CreateSpace. Every Saturday, the CreateSpace is open for self-guided printmaking projects. ...

Sequential Artists Workshop SAW Draw Jam

Join us for SAW's IN-PERSON Draw Jam hosted at the SAW Oasis. This is a FREE event that occurs on ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Exploring New Horizons

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the fly-by of Pluto by the New Horizons spacecraft! "Exploring New Horizons" looks at Pluto. ...

Two Hawk Hammock Happy Hour in the Barnyard

Happy Hour in the Barnyard Every Saturday from June 14-August 30, 2025 Open Mic, Jam, Food, Beer, Wine Kid Friendly and ...

June 29 - July 5