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07September

Gainesville Oddities Market September! The Return to Bo Diddley

Calling all curious minds! After a 3-month break, the Gainesville Oddities Market is finally back — and we’re returning in ...

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun

Skate Station Funworks Candy Scramble

Candy Scramble! Prizes and candy for all!

12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
Cost: Admission starts at $14.95
Website: funworks.com
Category: Family Fun

09September

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot-FREE Day!

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

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Fire Station #1

FULL! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids at Fire Station #1. We will have a tour of the station and get ...

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Fire Station #1 525 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601-6721
Cost: Free but registration is required
Website: www.signupgenius.com
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

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

10September

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

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center PEEPs: Shapes in Nature

Preschool series, parents stay with the child for interactive activities to explore the outdoors. Monthly Theme: Shapes in Nature This monthly program ...

9:30 am - 11:00 am
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

11September

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

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Noche de Museo

¡Por la Cultura! Join us for the annual celebration of Latinx’s rich contributions to culture, music, dance and art at ...

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
Cost: Free
Website: harn.ufl.edu
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

12September

Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 17th Annual Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend on September 12-14, ...

11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
Cost: See website for pricing
Website: stephenfostercso.org
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

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

13September

Waldo Sweet Potato Festival & Car Show

Waldo’s 1st Annual Sweet Potato Festival! Hosted by the Waldo Area Historical Society Get ready to celebrate all things sweet potato ...

9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Waldo City Square 14450 NE 148th Ave, Waldo, FL 32694
Cost: Free admission
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Circus Center Toddler Time

Saturday morning classes from 9:30 am-11 am are for kids ages 2-5 & their adult caregiver to play. Come climb, ...

9:30 am - 11:00 am
Location: Gainesville Circus Center 1925 Northwest 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
Cost: Sliding scale fee $5 - $20 pays for child and 1 adult visitor
Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
Category: Family Fun

BAKK Ridge Farm: Back to School Community Event

We will be having a back to school event! For any parents who wishes to sell their kiddos gently used ...

10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 12191 NE. 60th St, Williston, FL 32696-3711
Cost: Free Admission
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun

Cade Museum Free Admission Day

Exciting news! Thanks to our partners at Vystar Credit Union, admission is FREE on Saturday, September 13. Come and experience ...

10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Cost: Free admission
Website: cademuseum.org
Category: Family Fun

High Springs Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival

Vendors, kids corral, activities, prizes, and more!

10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Farmers Market Pavillion 23517 NW 185th Road, High Springs, FL
Cost: free
Website: highsprings.com
Category: Family Fun

Matheson History Museum: Sarah’s Birthday Bash

Join us as we celebrate Sarah Hamilton Matheson’s birthday! We are excited to welcome local jazz band MoonDancer for an ...

10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-5451
Cost: free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun

Wild B Events & Boutique: Hello Fall Festival

Join us for the Hello Fall Festival located in downtown Williston at Heritage Park! We will have over 80 vendors, ...

10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Heritage Park Williston 116 N. Main St, Williston, FL 32696
Cost: Free admission
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Family Fun