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Alachua County Library Newberry Branch America 250: American Discovery Scavenger Hunt

Daily July 1 through July 31 (Ages 3-11) Visit once per week in July to try and find various American iconic ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Springs Hopper Shuttle

These are the OFFICIAL 2026 Springs Hopper Shuttle dates: July: 7/3 • 7/4 • 7/10 • 7/11 • 7/17 • 7/18 • ...

Bricks & Minifigs Gainesville Summer Activities

Summer just got WAY more fun! FREE summer activities for elementary + middle school kids! June 15-August 3, 2026 | 1 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 1281 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free but registration is required
  • Website: linktr.ee
  • Category: Free

Dave's New York Deli Chess Club

Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Friday Night Market: Red, White & Rooster Celebration

Join us for a special Independence Day edition of our monthly Friday Night Market at the Chiefland Farmers Flea Market! Bring ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Melrose Art Walk 4th of July

Art Walk – dinner proceeds support The Melrose Center and its programs. Dinner and Art begins at 5pm and the ...

Mossman Hall First Friday Art Walk

July 3rd Artwalk! Dinner starts at 5pm! Live Music By Mismanagement starting at 6pm!

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Mossman Hall 301 FL-26, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Archer Church of the Nazarene Family Fun Zone

We will be having a wonderful patriotic themed time together that involves free food, meaningful fellowship, and family-friendly, beginner-friendly line ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 13327 SW State Road 45, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

City of Newberry: Fourth of July Fireworks Show

Stars, Stripes & 250 Years of Freedom! Newberry is lighting up the sky as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Country Way Town Square 1739 SW 248th Dr. Suite 20 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Flavet Field at the University of Florida, 605 Woodlawn Drive, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.wuft.org
  • Category: Free

City of Gainesville Free Fridays Concert Series

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features local and regional musical talent at the Bo Diddley Plaza. ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Free

Williston 4th of July Independence Celebration

Get ready, Williston… the City of Williston, Florida, is going BIG this year! Join us as the City of Williston celebrates ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Williston Horseman's Park 803 SW 19th Avenue, Williston, Florida, 32696
  • Cost: Free, $3 Parking Donation
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Tri County Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 4th of July Celebration

Join us for a special 250th Anniversary Independence Day Celebration! Join us for an evening of fun, food, and community, including: - ...

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

Break out your red, white & blue and join us for a star-spangled Depot Park parkrun on Saturday, July 4th! ...

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

West End Community Red, White & Blue Watermelon ParkRun

It’s not every day that parkrun lands on America’s Semiquincentennial - but it does Saturday! Let’s celebrate! Break out your ...

  • 7:30 am -  9:00 am 
  • Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Interlachen 4th of July Celebration

All-American Blast in a small town! Bike race, fishing tournament, veteran’s ceremony, parade, cake contest, foam party, and more! Parade begins ...

  • 8:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Interlachen 311 Atlantic Ave. Interlachen, FL 32148
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.interlachen-fl.gov
  • Category: Free

Lake Butler America’s 250 Independence Celebration and Fireworks

Lake Butler… get ready for a Fourth of July like never before! This year, Lake Butler Rotary’s Independence Day Celebration is ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: Lakeside Park, 155 NW 3rd Street, Lake Butler, Florida, 32054
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Newberry Parks & Recreation Open Gym

Join us EVERY Saturday for Open Gym at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex all summer long! Pickleball 8AM to 11:30AM Basketball 12PM ...

  • 8:00 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Haile Farmer's Market 4th of July Celebration

Join us for our 4th of July celebration! - Red, White, & Blue Pet Costume Contest - Kid’s Corner - Extra Vendors - Live ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 5213 Southwest 91 Terrace Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

City of Newberry: 4th of July Parade

We will be celebrating America's 250th with a Macy's style parade showcasing 100 significant American Events and Inventions. This parade ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 25520 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Gainesville Cars & Coffee at Tioga

Join us the first Saturday of every month from 9-11 am for Gainesville Cars & Coffee! This family-friendly car meet ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 150 SW 129th Ter, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Starke Splash Bash

Join us for our annual July 4th celebration as we kick off our nation's 250th birthday with our parade that ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: 2300 N Temple Ave. Starke, FL 32901
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Home Depot Kids Workshops

Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Local Home Depot Store Locations
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.homedepot.com
  • Category: Free

World Cup Soccer Pups

Free Intro to Soccer Session with Coaches Timmy Guinn and Amanda Guevara. Participants dressed in their favorite patriotic costume/outfit have ...

  • 9:00 am -  9:45 am 
  • Location: 710 NW 4th St High Springs, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Lynx Tails Story Time

Join us for our weekly family story time, The Lynx Tails! We'll open our doors a few minutes early and ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 601 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: thelynxbooks.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch America 250: American Discovery Scavenger Hunt

Daily July 1 through July 31 (Ages 3-11) Visit once per week in July to try and find various American iconic ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Melrose Bay Park 25500 Devonia St, Melrose, Florida, 32666
  • Cost: free
  • Website: melrosefl.com
  • Category: Free

Town of Micanopy 4th of July Celebration

4th of July Parade and Fireworks! Morning parade at 10 am Evening fireworks begin at dusk Best dressed contest-prizes for most patriotic attire!

Barnes & Noble Kid's Saturday Storytime

Join us for our weekly children's storytime event at 11 AM every Saturday morning! We will read a favorite picture ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3728 SW Archer Rd Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

High Springs Museum Open Day

The High Springs Historical Society Museum is open every Saturday 11 am to 4 pm. The museum is located behind ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Melrose Independence Day Celebration

Come celebrate Independence Day with us! Live Music By Billy Ennis! BBQ Dinner! Starts at 11 am July 4th!

  • 11:00 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: 307 State Road 26, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mill Creek Farm Retirement Home for Horses

Bring a bag (or bags) of carrots to feed the horses on Saturdays! The Retirement Home for Horses provides lifetime ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 20307 NW C.R. 235A, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: bring carrots to feed the horses
  • Website: millcreekfarm.org
  • Category: Free

Spring Ridge First Church of God 4th of July Celebration

Spring Ridge First Church of God invites you to a 4th of July Celebration! Hot dogs, yard games, water slide ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 5529 NE 52nd Place, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Springs Hopper Shuttle

These are the OFFICIAL 2026 Springs Hopper Shuttle dates: July: 7/3 • 7/4 • 7/10 • 7/11 • 7/17 • 7/18 • ...

Woman’s Club of Hawthorne 4th of July

Join us for a free day of food and fun with the American Veterans at the American Legion Post 230. ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 20370 SE Hawthorne Rd, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Branford 4th of July River Reunion Festival

Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary! Fireworks, parade, kids' games, car show, duck race, cornhole, watermelon-spitting contest, food, live music, vendors, and ...

  • 12:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Green Way next to Town Hall 502 SW Suwannee Ave, Branford, FL, 32008
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show

Buy • Sell • Trade Trading Cards & Collectibles Slabs • Sealed • Singles • & More Something for every kind of collector. Featured ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ontreasure.com
  • Category: Free

Repurpose Project Clothing Swap

July is nearly here, which means it’s almost time for the Clothing Swap! The Clothing Swap occurs on the first Saturday ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1920 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: Free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

City of Palatka 4th of July Celebration

Join us on the Palatka Riverfront for the City of Palatka’s Annual 4th of July Celebration, happening Saturday, July 4, ...

  • 4:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Riverfront Park 319 River Street Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.palatka-fl.gov
  • Category: Free

Victory Chapel Gainesville Family Fun Day

It is that time again for our annual Family Fun Day. Saturday, July 4th, starting at 4 p.m. at Squirrel ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Squirrel Ridge Park 1603 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

City of Alachua Fourth of July Celebration

Join us for the City of Alachua's Fourth of July Celebration. Celebrate Independence Day with food, music, family fun, and ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd., Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.cityofalachua.com
  • Category: Free

Lake City Independence Day Fireworks

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of patriotism, excitement, and spectacular fireworks! On Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 5:00 pm, ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Lake City Fair Grounds 156 SW Bamboo Way, Lake City, FL 32025
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Town of Bronson Rock & Roll Fireworks Fun

Parade at 5 pm | Festivities at James H Cobb Park at 6:30 pm Celebrate the Fourth in Bronson with a ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: James H Cobb Park 275 Picnic St, Bronson, FL 32621
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.visitlevy.com
  • Category: Free

Defending Democracy Concert

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Bo Diddley Plaza in the heart of downtown Gainesville. Join us for an evening of ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: mikeklein4congress.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Baby Time - Tower Road Branch

Please come sing, move, and learn with your little ones. This program is aimed at children under one year old, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Meeting Room) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch America 250: American Discovery Scavenger Hunt

Daily July 1 through July 31 (Ages 3-11) Visit once per week in July to try and find various American iconic ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show

Buy • Sell • Trade Trading Cards & Collectibles Slabs • Sealed • Singles • & More Something for every kind of collector. Featured ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ontreasure.com
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts

Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Michaels Sunday Makebreak: Fan Fanatics Banners and Bracelets

Come in-store for a fun free event. Make a free fan bracelet made with your favorite team’s colors, and watch ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Michaels, 3644 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.michaels.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Chess Club - Millhopper Branch

Join us for the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play, practice or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

  • 1:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Birds and Brews Guided Walks at First Magnitude

First Magnitude and the Alachua Audubon Society have teamed up to host monthly bird walks! This event meets the first Sunday ...

  • 5:45 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company, 1220 SE Veitch Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free event
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch America 250: American Discovery Scavenger Hunt

Daily July 1 through July 31 (Ages 3-11) Visit once per week in July to try and find various American iconic ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts

Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show

Buy • Sell • Trade Trading Cards & Collectibles Slabs • Sealed • Singles • & More Something for every kind of collector. Featured ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ontreasure.com
  • Category: Free

Bricks & Minifigs Gainesville Summer Activities

Summer just got WAY more fun! FREE summer activities for elementary + middle school kids! June 15-August 3, 2026 | 1 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 1281 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free but registration is required
  • Website: linktr.ee
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Zookeeping 101 with Santa Fe Zoo

Join the zookeepers for a 30-minute program and meet animals from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo to learn about ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch Library (Room A,Room B) 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Monday Night Rally Run Club

Join us every Monday at The Queen's Arms Pub in Gainesville for a shaded 5k loop around Haile Plantation. All ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 5323 SW 91st Ter, Gainesville, FL 32608-7164
  • Cost: Free run, meal after run $7.99
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch America 250: American Discovery Scavenger Hunt

Daily July 1 through July 31 (Ages 3-11) Visit once per week in July to try and find various American iconic ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts

Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Toddler Time

Join us as we learn through play! Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates babies' ...

  • 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: Pajama Story Time

Put on your pajamas and join us for a cozy morning full of stories, songs, and smiles! Pajama Story Time is ...

  • 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

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Get ready for a musical extravaganza! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses music to ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Bricks & Minifigs Gainesville Summer Activities

Summer just got WAY more fun! FREE summer activities for elementary + middle school kids! June 15-August 3, 2026 | 1 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 1281 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free but registration is required
  • Website: linktr.ee
  • 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 Library Headquarters Branch America 250: USA Trivia Bingo

Think you know U.S. history? Come test your historical smarts at our trivia bingo game, and compete for cool prizes! ...

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

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Book Buzz

Kids share what they’re reading at Book Buzz! Bring a favorite book to recommend to the group and discover great ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Children's Area) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: Maternity Unit Tour

Welcome to the HCA Florida North Florida Hospital family! Join us on a tour of our Labor and Delivery and ...

Summer at the Library: Zookeeping 101 with Santa Fe Zoo

Join the zookeepers for a 30-minute program and meet animals from the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo to learn about ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Micanopy Branch 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: ChillSpace Jurassic Marathon

Join us for a Jurassic Series Marathon! Teens hangout, play games, build stuff, and more. Teens come hangout this summer. Play ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch (Meeting Room) 801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Teen Gaming at Headquarters Branch

Join us in the Teen Space on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 4 PM for Nintendo ...

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

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs - Because Every Superhero Deserves a Place to Shine Our free martial arts ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 404 SW 140th Terrace, Suite 30, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: 100% FREE (only cost is for equipment) – limited spots available!
  • Website: trainmatlife.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch America 250: American Discovery Scavenger Hunt

Daily July 1 through July 31 (Ages 3-11) Visit once per week in July to try and find various American iconic ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts

Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

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

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 - 11:30 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: Baby Time at Alachua 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 - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Clay Dinosaur Fossils

Dig into prehistoric creativity by making dinosaur fossil impressions in clay! Participants will create clay “fossils” by stamping dinosaur toys into ...

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

Safe Kids North Central Florida High Springs - Station 29 Car Seat Check Up

Car seat checkup appointments are designated for families who are already have a car seat. Car seats will not be ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 18586 Northwest 238th Street High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Wild Wonders

Come explore and experience extraordinary reptile encounters and learn about their world. This is an interactive program that is both educational ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Homeschool Makerspace

Please join us for makerspace programs designed to support homeschool families, though they are open to everyone. On the second ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (HQ Makerspace Room) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Bricks & Minifigs Gainesville Summer Activities

Summer just got WAY more fun! FREE summer activities for elementary + middle school kids! June 15-August 3, 2026 | 1 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 1281 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free but registration is required
  • Website: linktr.ee
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Open Studio - Open Hours at Archer CreateSpace

Open Studio time at the Archer Branch Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. The ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Alachua Branch

Our therapy dogs love to hear a good story! Children will have fun reading to a dog and will feel more ...

  • 2:15 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Snuggle-Up Center) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: W.A.C.K.Y. Wednesdays

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: arts & crafts, LEGOS, ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Perler Bead Creations

Make a fusible Perler bead creation that you can keep. Attendees will use patterns or their own designs to make fusible ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming

Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Millhopper Branch Children's Area 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: LegoSpace at Headquarters Branch

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Draw Dinosaurs With a Paleoartist

Learn to draw dinosaurs with expert paleoartist Dr. Emily Willoughby! Draw dinosaurs with an expert artist and scientist! Dr. Emily Willoughby ...

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

Summer at the Library: Wednesday Movie Matinee for Kids

A movie time for kids and tweens, to relax, chill, and watch great favorite films from over the years! Event ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Micanopy Branch Dance Hall 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Deeper Purpose Kids Academy After School Program Open House

If you have a child who attends school in the High Springs Area, and you need Out of School Time ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 19930 N US Hwy 441, High Springs, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch America 250: American Discovery Scavenger Hunt

Daily July 1 through July 31 (Ages 3-11) Visit once per week in July to try and find various American iconic ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts

Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

  • 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 Baby Time - High Springs 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 - 11:30 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 Hawthorne Branch: Story Time

Fun with art, music, science, stories, and more. Fun interactive program with fingerplays, music, art, and puppets. This program is ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Hawthorne Branch Children's Area 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

  • 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 Waldo Branch MakerSpace: Intro to 3D Printing

Discover the basics of 3D printing in this beginner-friendly class at the library. Learn how 3D printers work, explore simple ...

  • 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 Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will bounce, giggle, and clap as ...

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

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

  • 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

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Story Time

Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun. Story Time is a ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Newberry Branch Meeting Room 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Micanopy Branch

Join us at the Micanopy Library for a fun Story Time. Join us for songs, stories, puppets, bubbles, and activities at ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Micanopy Branch 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Read with a Ranger Story Time

Join a ranger for nature-themed story time! Each reading will be followed by a kid-friendly nature walk or crafts. Designed ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Bats at the Library

Visit with real, live bats from the Lubee Bat Conservancy! Lubee Bat Conservancy is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Hawthorne Branch 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Science Surprises

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Battle of the Books- Practice

Team preparation for the big Battle of the Books. Preparing team for the Battle of the Books being held at ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library District: LaCrosse Bookmobile Stop

Come and visit the Alachua County Library District's Bookmobile at one of our many stops across the region. The Bookmobile's goal ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 20613 North State Road 121, LaCrosse, FL 32658
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Bricks & Minifigs Gainesville Summer Activities

Summer just got WAY more fun! FREE summer activities for elementary + middle school kids! June 15-August 3, 2026 | 1 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 1281 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free but registration is required
  • Website: linktr.ee
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch America 250: ArtSpace- Cattle Brand Stamps

Brand your creativity! Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by designing your own cattle brand stamp and immerse yourself in Florida’s agricultural ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Summer Break Movie Matinee-GOAT

Want to beat the heat during Summer Break? Join us for an afternoon viewing of GOAT. Rated PG for rude ...

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

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Read with a Dog

Join us in the children’s area every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for our Read with a Dog ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Children's Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library America 250: Big Kid Book Club Celebrates America

Big Kid Book Club Celebrates America: sharing books about July 4, our flag, and things that make our country special. Big ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:45 pm 
  • Location: Hawthorne Branch MakerSpace 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Draw Dinosaurs With a Paleoartist

Learn to draw dinosaurs with expert paleoartist Dr. Emily Willoughby! Draw dinosaurs with an expert artist and scientist! Dr. Emily Willoughby ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Summer at the Library: Summer Art Sessions

Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month, exploring the rich world of ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library HQ Makerspace Room 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library America 250: ArtSpace- Cattle Brand Stamps - Waldo Branch

Brand your creativity! Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by designing your own cattle brand stamp and immerse yourself in Florida’s agricultural ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch America 250: ArtSpace- Cattle Brand Stamps

Brand your creativity! Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by designing your own cattle brand stamp and immerse yourself in Florida’s agricultural ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Liberty & Art For All

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, America250, at the Harn Museum of Art, reflecting on our diverse communities ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Early Steps Baby Time

Enjoy a gentle program with a librarian for babies and toddlers (including those with sensory sensitivities) followed by family time ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Branch (Storywoods Room) 401 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Newberry Parks & Recreation Open Gym Basketball

Join us for Open Gym Basketball! Every Thursday from 6-9 PM and Saturdays 12 PM-3:30 PM

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs - Because Every Superhero Deserves a Place to Shine Our free martial arts ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 404 SW 140th Terrace, Suite 30, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: 100% FREE (only cost is for equipment) – limited spots available!
  • Website: trainmatlife.com
  • Category: Free