Ocala Comic Con
Ocala Florida's LARGEST convention returns on September 20th-21st, 2025 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL! Kids 10 and ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: World Equestrian Expo 1 Building 1284 NW 87th Ct RD Ocala, FL 34482
- Cost: $56.13 weekend pass, $45.31 Saturday only, $39.90 Sunday only, Children 10 & under are free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Climate Reality Project: Sing for the Sun
This concert will be held by Climate Reality Gainesville, partnering with CLEO Institute to participate in Third Act's nationwide SUN ...
- 1:30 pm
- Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 826 NW 23rd Avenue, Gainesville, Florida
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup High Springs Fire Station
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at High Springs Fire Station. Free bicycle helmets, free car seat checks, and of ...
- 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL 32643-0043
- Cost: Free playgroup, but space is limited. Let us know if you plan to join us!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
We'll sing songs about various animals and move like they do. Come learn a new song to sing with your ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Early Explorers - Prehistoric Life
Gear up for fun and learning with your littles! Our Prehistoric Life series shows us the fascinating animals that roamed ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library Children's Area 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools. Participants will learn about the tools Scientists to ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A, Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Railroad Day at the Archer Market
Railroad day at the Archer Market on Tuesday September 23rd in Archer. Calling all artisans - makers, bakers, growers and ...
- 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Family Fun
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Home School Junior Naturalist: All about Butterflies
September 24:Powerful Pollinators Flutter by the vibrant world of pollinators at our homeschool workshop! Students will explore the crucial roles of ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: $4 resident/ $5 non resident
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Veterans Memorial Park
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Veterans Memorial Park. Come meet other homeschool families with Carolina ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free playgroup. Let us know if you plan to join us!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz
Come join us for the Parks for Pollinators 2025 BioBlitz in the City of Gainesville! Bring your family, friends, or ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Depot Park Pavilions 874 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: FREE & open to all!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cone Park Branch 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
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: Family Fun
Roscoe’s Gold Star Rockers: Gold Star Family Festival
Join us as we host our biggest event yet! Celebrate and honor some of our Gold Star Families of Florida ...
- 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: The Santa Fe Festival Field 26900 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: See website for details, open to the public!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Studio TM Spooky Afternoons: Pumpkins
We know you love carving pumpkins, and wish you could keep them all year-round, so this is just the thing ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $60 per adult, $20 for the first child, $30 for each additional child via add-on
- Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools. Participants will learn about the tools Scientists to ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Swamp Head Brewery Oktoberfest
German beers, big steins, and Lederhosen galore! Mark your calendars for this year's annual Oktoberfest party at Swamp Head brewery, ...
- 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Newberry Cornfield Maze at Hodge Farm
Step into the shadows of the Newberry Cornfield Maze—where every twist and turn could be your last! But the terror ...
- 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 20015 West Newberry Road, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: See costs in description
- Website: newberrycornfieldmaze.com
- Category: Family Fun
Newberry Parks & Rec Community Movie Night
Panther Crawl JUST GOT BETTER! Guess what, Newberry?! Right after the Homecoming Parade tomorrow, Newberry Parks & Rec is hosting ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Municipal Building 25420 W Newberry Road, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Peanut Patch and Corn Maze Halloween Festival
We are more than just a corn maze. We are a place where families can come and have a good ...
- 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 8656 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: General Admission: $20 cash only at the event, $25 online through ticketleap, Child Admission (10 & Under): $15 cash only at the event, $18 online through ticketleap
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Waldo Homecoming Festival
Waldo Community New Vision Coalition presents Waldo’s 3rd Annual Homecoming – September 26–28, 2025 This 3-day event will feature: - Live music ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: 14705 NE Waldo Road, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Art Walk at First Magnitude
It’s not every day that your beer comes with a side of live art, music, and creative connection, but it ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Denmark Acres Fall Festival
Join us for a day of fun at Denmark Acres! Denmark Acres is a seasonal farm, currently open only during ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Denmark Acres 825 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
- Cost: Opening Night Special! Friday, September 26 ONLY for just $10 entry!
- Website: denmarkacres.com
- Category: Family Fun
Skate Station Funworks Gross Out Party
Gross Out Party! Gross contests and crazy prizes. Dead fish toss. Belching contest, fish eating contest, baby food blast and ...
- 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Homestead Haunt: Cavern of Cosmic Horrors
An Alien Encounter You Won't Forget! Prepare for an out-of-this-world experience as Homestead Park proudly announces the highly anticipated return ...
- 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
- Cost: $25 per entry, $5 re-entry fee
- Website: www.homesteadhaunt.com
- Category: Family Fun
UF Astronomy Public Night Observatory
The Department of Astronomy operates an on-campus Teaching Observatory for educational and public programs. These events are all free to ...
- 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: UF Astronomy Teaching Observatory, 211 Bryant Space Science Center, Gainesville, FL 3261
- Cost: free
- Website: astro.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History: Early Bird Gets the Band with the UF Bird Observatory
Join us and the UF Bird Observatory at Prairie Creek Conservation Cemetery to learn about all the fascinating work that ...
- 7:30 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Prairie Creek Conservation Cemetery 7204 SE County Road 234, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: Tickets are $5
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
FCA D&S Classic Cars & Antique Tractors Show
Join us on Saturday, September 27! All ages welcome. FREE admission and parking for spectators. Guests will also have the ...
- 8:00 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: 16811 NW County Road 241, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: FREE admission and parking for spectators.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fall Wildflower Walks
Saturdays this fall (September 27, October 4, October 11, October 18) from 9 am-10:30 am. Kid-friendly Wildflower Walk October 17th ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Morningside Nature Center, 3540 E. University Ave., 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville YBC Walk – LaChua Trail
The Gainesville YBC is a birdwatching club for students aged 9-18 seeking to explore local natural areas and learn more ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: LaChua Trail Micanopy, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Prairie Babies Outdoor Play Class
This is an outdoor play classes for babies and toddlers ages 0-2. Other aged siblings are also welcome. Come join ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 per family per session. Or sign up for all 4 sessions for $90 ($10 savings)
- Website: prairiesedgeforestschool.com
- Category: Family Fun
Prairie Babies Outdoor Play Class
This is an outdoor play classes for babies and toddlers ages 0-2. Other aged siblings are also welcome. Come join ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 per family per session. Or sign up for all 4 sessions for $90 ($10 savings)
- Website: prairiesedgeforestschool.com
- Category: Family Fun
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Walking Tours
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Join experienced rangers on a guided hike to learn about the park’s ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), No additional fee for tour.
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Fire Truck Visit
Join us for a visit from Gainesville Fire Rescue! Meet our local firefighter heroes and see a fire truck up ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic Open House
Hey horse lovers and small pet parents! We're throwing a big open house event and you are invited. Being your ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic 22837 NW 22 Ave, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Waldo Homecoming Festival
Waldo Community New Vision Coalition presents Waldo’s 3rd Annual Homecoming – September 26–28, 2025 This 3-day event will feature: - Live music ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 14705 NE Waldo Road, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Young Leaders for Wild Florida and Creek Family Fest
What to Bring: Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Bring water, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen, and hat.
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Bubbie's Secret Garden 1225 NW 4th Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun
STEM on the Lawn
We’re excited to invite you to participate in STEM on the Lawn, hosted by the Florida Semiconductor Institute at the ...
- 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
- Location: Reitz Union North Lawn, 655 Reitz Union Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Free
- Website: fsi.institute.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Branford Farm Stand Fall Harvest
Our Fall Festival will be bigger and better than ever. Live music every weekend. We have a super awesome surprise ...
- 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 27687 US-129, Branford, FL, 32008
- Cost: Admission to the festival is $12 for adults, $10 kids(3-12), 2 & under are free!
- Website: www.branfordfarmstand.com
- Category: Family Fun
Hollow Oaks Corn Maze
Come spend some family fun time at Hollow Oaks Corn Maze this fall. We will have several fun activities for ...
- 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: 18005 NW 190th Avenue, High Springs, FL, 32643
- Cost: $15 Adults (Age 13 & Older), $12 for Ages 4-12 Years Old, FREE for 3 Years Old and Younger
- Website: www.hollowoakscornmaze.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mayhem Ranch Fall Festival
Come join us for our Fifth annual Fall Festival from September 27-November 2, 2025, every Saturday and Sunday! This year we ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: Tickets: $15 Online or $17 at the gate (2 and under free)
- Website: mayhemranchfl.com
- Category: Family Fun
Roscoe’s Gold Star Rockers: Gold Star Family Festival
Join us as we host our biggest event yet! Celebrate and honor some of our Gold Star Families of Florida ...
- 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: The Santa Fe Festival Field 26900 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: See website for details, open to the public!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
First Magnitude Oktoberfest
Dust off your dirndl, lace up your lederhosen, scrub out your stein, it’s Magtoberfest time! Join us on Saturday, September ...
- 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Porters Quarters Health Fair and Celebration
This event is designed to support and celebrate families as they prepare for the new school year, while also connecting ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 522 SW 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601-6661
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Prairie’s Edge Forest School Presents: Prairie Buds
We are a newly formed nature immersion program located in Gainesville, FL. Our Prairie Buds program is designed for children ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 per family per session. Or sign up for all 4 sessions for $90 ($10 savings).
- Website: prairiesedgeforestschool.com
- Category: Family Fun
Prairie’s Edge Forest School: Prairie Babies Sessions
We are a newly formed nature immersion program located in Gainesville, FL. Our Prairie Babies program is designed for children ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
- Location: Location varies each week (see description), Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 per guided nature-based immersion and sensory play session (or $90 for all 4 sessions)
- Website: prairiesedgeforestschool.com
- Category: Family Fun
Skate Station Funworks Family Day
Family Day Skate! Celebrate your sons and daughters
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Oktoberfest at Cypress & Grove
Join us for our Oktoberfest Celebration at the Well! Traditional German Beers: TBA SOON! STEINS: More Details Soon! FOOD TRUCKS | 2 - 9 Stubbies Sausages Flouthern ...
- 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. 1001 NW 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Butler Town Center Fall Festival
CHANGE OF TIME! Due to expected rain and thunderstorms tomorrow morning, we have made the decision to push our event ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Throughout Butler Town Center 3217 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Tioga Town Center Car Show
The 2025 Tioga Town Center Car Show be held on Saturday, September 27th from 4-8pm. Come check out an amazing ...
- 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Tioga Town Center, 13085 SW 1 Ln, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Newberry Cornfield Maze at Hodge Farm
Step into the shadows of the Newberry Cornfield Maze—where every twist and turn could be your last! But the terror ...
- 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 20015 West Newberry Road, Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: See costs in description
- Website: newberrycornfieldmaze.com
- Category: Family Fun
Peanut Patch and Corn Maze Halloween Festival
We are more than just a corn maze. We are a place where families can come and have a good ...
- 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 8656 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: General Admission: $20 cash only at the event, $25 online through ticketleap, Child Admission (10 & Under): $15 cash only at the event, $18 online through ticketleap
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Denmark Acres Fall Festival
Join us for a day of fun at Denmark Acres! Denmark Acres is a seasonal farm, currently open only during ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Denmark Acres 825 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
- Cost: Adults (ages 13 & up): $14.95, Children (ages 3–12): $12.95, Ages 2 & under: Free
- Website: denmarkacres.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville Latino Film Festival Rhythms of the World: International Night of Folk Dance
Join us for an amazing evening of folkloric dance celebrating the festival’s 2025 theme: “Enriching Cultures, Empowering Communities.” Experience the powerful ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College, Lyceum Concert Hall 3000 NW 83 St Building E, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free with registration
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Studio TM Anniversary Party
We're so excited to welcome you to Studio T/M's second anniversary party and to celebrate alongside you and our community. ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Kirby Family Farm Lost Railroad Scary Train
A Scary Train ride and more nerve rattling, heart pumping, exciting experiences including woods trails, haunted houses, and other mazes ...
- 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 19630 NE 30th Street, Williston, FL, 32696
- Cost: $20 in advance or $25 at the gate | Fast passes available at the gate for $10
- Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
- Category: Family Fun
Homestead Haunt: Cavern of Cosmic Horrors
An Alien Encounter You Won't Forget! Prepare for an out-of-this-world experience as Homestead Park proudly announces the highly anticipated return ...
- 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
- Cost: $25 per entry, $5 re-entry fee
- Website: www.homesteadhaunt.com
- Category: Family Fun
