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11August

Friday Night 5G Lights Competition

Join us as we celebrate the kickoff of the 2026 Friday Night 5G Lights Competition and the opportunity for a ...

  • 9:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: T-Mobile, 2 NW 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 & 14126 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.t-mobile.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Tiny Tot Bundles: Tiny Tales Storytime Event-The Magic School Bus Adventure

All aboard! Get ready to hop on the Magic School Bus for a morning of stories, imagination, and discovery! Join ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
  • Cost: FREE to attend! RSVP is encouraged so we can prepare enough craft supplies.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, 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' ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Hawthorne Branch

Story Time for babies is designed to engage very young children with language-building play, music, and stories. Pre-literacy activities are ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Library Partnership Branch

Come jam out and dance with your little one! Music and Movement is great for children. It enables children to learn ...

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 ...

Regal Summer Movie Express

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

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, ...

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 & ...

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 ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Future Stars: Orange Ball 1

Clinic for older beginners or those new to the game. Focus on correct grips, ready position, shadow strokes, forehands, backhands, ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions: Yellow Ball 1

For players aiming to play tournaments, high school tennis, or higher. Emphasizes match play and competitive readiness. Tuesday 5:00 PM to ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball

Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...

Disney Lorcana TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Disney Lorcana TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

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 ...

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

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 ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Only Yesterday

Aug 9, Aug 11 It’s 1982, and Taeko (Daisy Ridley) is 27 years old, unmarried, and has lived her whole life ...

12August

Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...

Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids

Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library Music Time - Millhopper Branch

Music Time is an interactive program for toddlers and their caregivers that supports early literacy through singing, talking, and playful ...

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 ...

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 ...

Regal Summer Movie Express

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

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 ...

Splitz Bowling Wednesdays & Thursdays

$3.75 Kid Games | $3 Kid Shoes (10 Years and Younger)* *Not Valid on Alachua County School Holidays and Breaks $3 Senior ...

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 ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library: LegoSpace at Headquarters Branch

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Alachua County Library: STEAMspace at Alachua Branch

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

Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class

Children’s drawing class every Wednesday from 3:30 pm-4:30 pm. For ages 6 and up.

Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball

A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...

Cameron Dancenter NW Open House

Open House! The Dancenter has been serving Gainesville, FL, and surrounding communities since 1983. We are conveniently located in two ...

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2

Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...

Aces in Motion Open House & Orientation

Free food, music, games, and a great community! We would love to see all of our families and any interested ...

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: Instructor Led VIRTUAL Newborn Care Class

This class covers feeding, bathing, diapering, health, comforting, and safety. It provides demonstration and will help to increase your confidence ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball

Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...

Aqua Angels: Free Artistic Swimming Day

Try Artistic Swimming for FREE! Join the Aqua Angels for a fun, splash-filled introduction to artistic swimming — where dance, ...

One Piece TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

One Piece TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

13August

Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)

Stay and Play will be held at our Millhopper location on Thursday, August 13 from 9:30 am-11:30 am! Enjoy a fun-filled ...

Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab

Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

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. ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Regal Summer Movie Express

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

Splitz Bowling Homeschool Field Trip Days

Homeschool Field Trip Days! On the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, we offer special homeschool rates from 12:00 ...

Splitz Bowling Wednesdays & Thursdays

$3.75 Kid Games | $3 Kid Shoes (10 Years and Younger)* *Not Valid on Alachua County School Holidays and Breaks $3 Senior ...

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 ...

Healthy Start: Infant Massage

Infant massage soothes, supports sleep & digestion, and strengthens bonding through gentle, nurturing touch for you and your baby. Infant massage ...

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Big Kid Book Club

Big Kid Book Club engages young readers to have fun sharing activities based on books they choose. This fosters an ...

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: Library Programs, 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: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

Join us every Thursday and Saturday to learn about different artists, art techniques, or crafts for ages 5 and up. ...

Cameron Dancenter SW Open House

Open House! The Dancenter has been serving Gainesville, FL, and surrounding communities since 1983. We are conveniently located in two ...

Gainesville Youth Chorus Auditions

Join the Gainesville Youth Chorus! Auditions are open for the 2026-2027 Season. Meet new friends and enjoy the Gainesville Youth Chorus ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Future Stars: Orange Ball 1

Clinic for older beginners or those new to the game. Focus on correct grips, ready position, shadow strokes, forehands, backhands, ...

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights

The Harn galleries are open every Thursday evening until 9 pm, providing an opportunity to browse current exhibitions on a ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions: Yellow Ball 1

For players aiming to play tournaments, high school tennis, or higher. Emphasizes match play and competitive readiness. Tuesday 5:00 PM to ...

Skate Station Funworks Half-Price Thursdays

Thursdays just got twice as nice — it’s Half-Price Thursday! More fun. More skating. Half the price! Grab your friends ...

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 ...

Back to School Backwards 4D Barrel Race

Exhibitions 5:30 pm-7 pm | Race 7:30 pm

Crafty Gemini Youth Development, Inc. presents the Annual Preseason Showdown

Crafty Gemini Youth Development, Inc. presents the 3rd Annual Preseason Showdown! Get ready for an exciting evening of high school volleyball ...

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: $10 Adults | $5 Students
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball

Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...

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 ...

Magic the Gathering CCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Magic the Gathering CCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Pokemon TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Pokemon TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

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 ...

14August

Advance Auto Parts Newberry Grand Opening

3 big days! One big celebration! August 14-16, 2026 Friday at 7:30 am Free Two Sisters Coffee Pull raffle winner for the Zip at ...

Balance180 Gym Open Play

Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Due to ...

Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...

Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab

Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...

Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville’s Back to School Fair

Supporting Our Community Together! Join us for our Back-to-School Fair, a fun-filled community event that brings families and local businesses ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 7400 SW 41st Place, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Event is free for everyone!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, 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 • ...

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 ...

Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2

Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...

Sunny’s Try-It! Day

Wondering which program is the perfect fit for your child? Sunny’s Try-It Day is the perfect chance for kids ages ...

  • 4:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: Cost is $4 per 20-minute sample class–sign up for multiple sessions!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays

Join us every Friday for a great night of shooting and games! Tic-Tac-Toe, Battle Ship, Bowling with Bows, you name ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:45 pm 
  • Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: Funtastic Rate $15, Equipment Rental $8 (Sold at Check-in), Facility Members and Club Members shoot free, price will be discounted at checkout.
  • Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Star Martial Arts Parent’s Night Out Minion Mayhem

Need a night off? We’ve got you covered! Parent’s Night Out is one of our most popular events- a themed, ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Star Martial Arts 500 NW 60th St, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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. ...

Flip Factory Zone Friday Night Lights

Friday Teen Night! New trampolines, rolling log, balance beam, battle beam, Euro trampolines, basketball, wipeout, kidzone, target dodgeball, sky coaster, ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)

Join James Albury, host of "The Sky Above Us" and former co-host of the PBS TV Show "Star Gazers" as ...

MTG FNM Draft at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

MTG FNM Draft at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Tioga Concert Night - Steel Kickin

Join us at Tioga Town Center for our Live Music Concert Series, and enjoy live music under the stars from ...

Skate Station Funworks Back to School Party

Back to School Party!

  • 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $16.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents 13 (An ART Youthtroupe Production)

Evan Goldman is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following ...

Splitz Bowling Funtastic Friday

Every 2nd & 4th Friday each month from 8 pm-10 pm

15August

Advance Auto Parts Newberry Grand Opening

3 big days! One big celebration! August 14-16, 2026 Friday at 7:30 am Free Two Sisters Coffee Pull raffle winner for the Zip at ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

West End Community parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

UF IFAS Family Fishing Days - Back to School Bonanza

FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours

Come out and play this Saturday, 9 am-12 pm! Call today to reserve a spot; space is limited!

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $12.00 per child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

Dance!nk by Davis El!te Company Auditions

Dance!nk El!tes is the new performance and competitive program here in Gainesville, FL. It is for the more serious dancer. ...

Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park: Smokey Bear’s Birthday

Come celebrate Smokey Bear's 82nd Birthday at Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park! We will have several activities to ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park (picnic area) 6239 State Road 21, Keystone Heights FL 32656
  • Cost: Event is free with paid park entry of $5 per vehicle.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

North Central Florida Outdoor Expo

Join us for the 8th Annual North Central Florida Outdoor Expo on August 15th from 9am-4pm in Expo Center 2 ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center Ocala 1390 NW 80th Avenue Ocala, FL 34482
  • Cost: $5 cash only at the door, 17 & under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tiny Tot Game Day Launch Party

Football season is almost here... and we're kicking it off in the best way we know how! Join us for our ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL 32616
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sales Events

Williston School of Dance Studio Registration Event

Please check the website for our schedule. Please join us on Saturday, August 15th for our Studio Registration Event. We train ...

Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration

We’re looking for new bowlers to join our youth league! 1st day of league: August 15, 2026 at 9:30 am Juniors $12/week Bantams ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball

A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...

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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

Florida Hardballers Tryouts

The countdown is on! If you’re looking for more than just a team, this is your opportunity to become part ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Oak Hall School, 1700 SW 75th St, Gainesville FL 32607
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Lowe's Kids Workshops

Attend a monthly Kids' Workshop with your mini-DIYer (while supplies last). Register your mini-DIYer for upcoming workshops (registration required). Each workshop ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Music Time

Songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for toddlers and caregivers that build early literacy through music and playful participation. Music Time is an ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Future Stars: Orange Ball 1

Clinic for older beginners or those new to the game. Focus on correct grips, ready position, shadow strokes, forehands, backhands, ...

Alachua County Library Saturday Story Time

Story Time is a fun-filled and interactive program with activities such as storytelling, rhymes, dance, singing, sign language, and more. ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Skate Station Funworks Roller Skating Lessons

You are never too young or old to Learn to Skate! Skate Station Funworks offers a skating lesson program on ...

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 • ...

St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church Community Event and Backpack Giveaway

This two day community outreach event is designed to bring together families across Alachua County by providing resources, fellowship (gospel ...

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Family Art Time

Art explorations for children and their parents and caregivers. Join us on the third Saturday of every month to explore different ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball

Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...

Sun Country Sports Center Splash Jam

All kids aged 3 and above are invited to join us at Splash Jam for some additional pool time! Splash ...

Clambassador’s Cedar Key Shark Swim

Beginning at 11:00 AM and continuing until 11:45 PM, boats will ferry swimmers for free to Atsena Otie. The swim ...

Kick-Off Party at Alumni Hall

We're getting ready for Florida football season with a KICK OFF PARTY Saturday, August 15th from 12-2pm! Join us at ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Alumni Hall 3730 SW Archer Rd, Ste 220, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Sun Country Sports Center Ninja Jam

Ninja Jam is the perfect option for your child if you don’t want to commit to regularly scheduled class or ...

Sun Country Sports Center Gym Jam

Gym Jam and Gym Jam Jr. are perfect gymnastic options for your child if you don’t want to commit to ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions: Yellow Ball 1

For players aiming to play tournaments, high school tennis, or higher. Emphasizes match play and competitive readiness. Tuesday 5:00 PM to ...

The Nutcracker Auditions

Dance Alive National Ballet, now in its 61st year, is pleased to announce auditions for Dance Alive National Ballet, Nutcracker ...

Alachua County Library Partnership Branch: 3D Design Afternoons- Beginners

Learn to design 3D items with us. Kids can come and learn new computer skills. They will create 3D models using ...

Gainesville Juniors Volleyball Club: Boys Volleyball Clinic

Whether you're brand new to the game or looking to sharpen your skills, our Boys Volleyball Clinic is the perfect ...

Painting with a Twist: Strawberry Squishy

Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

Join us in our unique Waldo ArtSpace for arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Teen Movie Club

Join us for a showing of a PG-13 movie from the library's collection. Each month on the first and third Saturday, ...

Harn Museum Weekend Tours

3rd Saturday of Every Month from 2-3 pm Enjoy a friendly discussion about the museum’s exhibitions with a free Docent-led tour. ...

Pokemon TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Pokemon TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...

M2 Battle Sports Newberry Open Play Saturdays

Open Play at 4:45 pm and 7:45 pm. M2 Battlesports Newberry is located at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex and offers ...

Gainesville Mom Walk

Calling all moms in the Gainesville/Alachua County area! Hi! I am your Miss Plus Florida U.S. United 2026, and my platform ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Birth of Planet Earth

"Birth of Planet Earth" is a planetarium fulldome show that tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins. Scientists now ...

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

High Springs BMX Summer Series

Gates open at 6:30 pm. Registration and practice until 7:30 pm Racing under the lights! Summer Racing Fun on select nights. ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 19449 NW 238th Street, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.usabmx.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents 13 (An ART Youthtroupe Production)

Evan Goldman is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following ...

16August

Advance Auto Parts Newberry Grand Opening

3 big days! One big celebration! August 14-16, 2026 Friday at 7:30 am Free Two Sisters Coffee Pull raffle winner for the Zip at ...

Florida Gators Lacrosse Prospect Camp

Come join us for the 2026 Prospect Summer Lacrosse Camp! Enjoy some high level lacrosse instruction with top Division I ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Warhammer 40k Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Warhammer 40k Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Sun Country Dance Theatre Open Auditions

Sun Country Dance Theatre (SCDT), founded in August 2008, will hold Open Auditions for their 19th Season (2026-2027) on Sunday, ...

  • 12:15 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 SW 140 Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: Audition fee is $25 per dancer, due at the time of registration.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Pathfinder Society for Teens

Come participate in a fantasy world where you take control of your actions in a story! You can play as ...

  • 12:30 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Branch Meeting Room B: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Corks and Colors: All Ages Duck

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! This class is step-by-step and includes all materials ...

Painting with a Twist: Chaos Hippo

Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...

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.

Florida Gators Lacrosse Prospect Camp

Come join us for the 2026 Prospect Summer Lacrosse Camp! Enjoy some high level lacrosse instruction with top Division I ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents 13 (An ART Youthtroupe Production)

Evan Goldman is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following ...

Bragging Rights Arcades Kids Karaoke

Bring your kids every Sunday from 2pm-6pm for Kids Karaoke! Every kid who participates will get one $5 game redemption ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Bragging Rights 113 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Every kid who participates will get one $5 game redemption card.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Florida Gators Volleyball Gators vs. Gator Greats

Florida volleyball will kick off the 2026 season with the first "Gators vs. Gator Greats" event, where nine alumni will ...

Hack Shack Gainesville Grand Opening Celebration

The wait is almost over. Hack Shack is officially hosting its Grand Opening Celebration! Come check out the facility, see the ...

High Tea at Sweetwater Branch Inn

High Tea is back at Sweetwater! Join us for an elegant afternoon of tradition, tea, and garden charm at Sweetwater Branch ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Sweetwater Branch Inn 625 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: $40 per person and include tea service and six food items per person.
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

PunkOuter Games Pokemon League Casual

Join PunkOuter's Pokémon League every Sunday for casual Pokémon play! One of our Pokémon Professors will lead Trainers in setting up ...

Gainesville Juniors Youth Volleyball Mini Club Tryouts

The best players don't stop training! Keep improving this fall with Gainesville Juniors Fall Mini Club! Designed for athletes ages ...

Gainesville Juniors Youth Volleyball Club: Boys Club Season Tryouts

Think you have what it takes? Now's your chance to prove it. The future of Gainesville Juniors Boys Volleyball starts ...

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Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Smart Start at Zion Summer Sessions

Smart Start at Zion is a music and movement program serving Gainesville since 2015. We love building community through song ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball

A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...

Tonewood Family Music Rhythm Kids

These free classes are for 4- to 8-year-olds and was designed to be a drum- and rhythm-centered variation of the ...

Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2

Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball

Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...

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 ...

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