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20August

Safe Kids North Central Florida: UF Health Hosted - Car Seat Check Up Appt

Safe Kids NCFL Coalition car seat check up event led by UF Health. This event is generously sponsored by the Children's ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 3300 Southwest Williston Road Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

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 ...

Sprouts at Zion

Sprouts is a parent-and-child enrichment program designed for children ages 0–5 and the adults who love them. Each session features ...

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 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 ...

Story Time at Depot Park

Join us for story time in the park - we'll see you on the main stage inside the playground! Weather ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Story Time with Spider-Gwen

Kids can meet Spider-Gwen at this special Story Time event. Spider-Gwen will be swinging into Newberry Branch Library on Thursday, August ...

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 ...

Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots & Homeschoolers Skate

Calling all Homeschoolers, Tiny Tots is now new and improved! We have expanded the age to now include anyone 10 ...

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 ...

The Knot Gym for Homeschoolers-Try It!

The Knot Gym has set up a climbing time for homeschoolers! More details: • Supervision - This is not a drop-off program ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: The Knot Gym 704 S Main St., Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: August 20th is a free session for families to try the gym before signing up for the semester! $100/kid per semester (through the end of 2026)
  • Website: climbtheknot.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Read with a Dog

Come join us and read to a furry friend! This program is in partnership with HOPE Animal Assisted Crisis Response ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Summer STEAM

Join us in the HQ MakerSpace room every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, ...

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

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Film Club

At Film Club, we discuss all things film!

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Read with a Dog

Join us in the children's area for Read with a Dog! Therapy dogs love to hear a good story. Children will ...

Bragging Rights Arcades Homeschoolers Meetup

Bragging Rights is hosting homeschool days now! 3rd Thursday of each month from 3 pm-6 pm

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Bragging Rights 113 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: $12.50 Unlimited Play, Kids 3 & under free with paid adult, does not include players card.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

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. ...

Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Free Community Event: Meet Pete the Panda & Friends

Bring the whole family for an afternoon full of fun, learning, and adventure! - FREE Book Giveaway! From the Learning Partners ...

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, ...

Who We Play For: Heart Screening Event

In case you hadn’t heard, there’s a new Florida law that requires teens to get an EKG for their freshman ...

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 ...

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 ...

SWAG Family Resource Center Community Dinner

Families are invited to share a meal together, enjoy conversation, and connect with others in the community in a welcoming ...

Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...

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

Florida Gators Soccer vs. Coastal Carolina University

Help cheer on the Gators Soccer team!

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 ...

21August

Balance180 Gym Open Play

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

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 ...

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 ...

Free Florida Virtual Homeschool Summit

Planning your homeschool year? Looking for practical ideas, trusted resources, and encouragement from experienced homeschool educators? The Florida Virtual Homeschool Summit ...

Tonewood Family Music Babies Demo

Every child's development benefits from early exposure to music and movement. Families with children under 9 months old can take ...

Try It! Homeschool Art Class through Creative Learning

Homeschool families — come try us out! Our new Creative Learning homeschool art classes are officially open for registration at Pinspiration ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Homeschool MakerSpace

Join us for a fun morning of making and meet other homeschoolers!

Easton Newberry Archery Center Homeschool Try Archery Class

Looking for a fun and engaging activity to add to your homeschool schedule? Join us for Homeschool Try Archery, where ...

Healthy Start Program! Nursing & Nurture Support

A welcoming space for moms to connect, share, and receive gentle, peer-driven support and education. You don’t have to do ...

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 ...

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 ...

Archer Free Community Dinner and Family Friendly Karaoke & Back to School Supplies Drive

Dinner 5:30 pm-7 pm Family Friendly Karaoke 7 pm-9 pm Tacos and ice cream social! Beef and chicken tacos with all the ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Archer First United Methodist Church 17121 SW 137th Avenue, Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Trinity United Methodist Church: Parent’s Night Out

Parents Night Out is the perfect opportunity to drop off your child(ren) (ages 3 years old through 5th grade) for ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Trinity United Methodist Church 4000 NW 53rd Ave Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: $25 per child
  • Website: trinitygnv.org
  • Category: Other

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

Limitless Legends FC Soccer Back to School Meet Up

Limitless Legends will be back at it and we cannot wait to see you all! Mark your calendars and let's ...

Okito America Parents Night Out

Aug 21: Parents’ Night Out (6:00–9:00 PM) RSVP today! Available at all 3 locations After-school families: RSVP in the Okito Student App RSVP: ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: All Okito America Locations
  • Cost: $30/child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Corks and Colors Clay Day: Fairy House

Class is 6:30-8:30 pm is perfect for people with any level of experience— even if you’ve never touched clay before!. Arrive ...

Pitch Perfect at the Pointe

Friday Night Karaoke: Pitch Perfect at the Pointe! Warm up those vocal cords and grab the mic! Join us the third ...

Sun Country Sports Center Kids Night Out

Need some time to yourself? Let Sun Country be your babysitter for a couple of hours and enjoy some “me-time!” ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: Members: $28.50 | Non-Members $36.25 | Day of Event: $42.50
  • Website: suncountrysports.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

MTG FNM Draft at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

MTG FNM Draft at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Splitz Bowling Funtastic Friday

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

22August

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! ...

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 ...

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 ...

Easton Newberry Sports Archery Tournament 201

T201 - Outdoor Season Prep These free training opportunities are open to all students currently registered for classes. Coaches will be ...

FL Legends Card Show

Sports cards, Pokémon & TCG. A weekend event for collectors, traders, and enthusiasts for sports and trading card games.

  • 9:30 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports Center, 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: $5 for admission
  • Website: fllegends.com
  • Category: Other, Sales Events

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 ...

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 ...

Free Florida Virtual Homeschool Summit

Planning your homeschool year? Looking for practical ideas, trusted resources, and encouragement from experienced homeschool educators? The Florida Virtual Homeschool Summit ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Michaels Kids Club: Watercolor Chameleon

Come in-store for a fun and free kids event, make a beginner’s watercolor chameleon painting.

Pollinator Census Party

The Gainesville Garden Club invites you to come to their Butterfly Sanctuary at the Clubhouse Grounds to participate in a ...

Studio TM Mommy + Me: Zoo Pals

We’re bringing that nostalgic energy of Zoo Pals plates into the clay studio. Makers will use sturdy animal stencils to ...

Totally Rad Vintage Fest

Step into a time warp of style and nostalgia at Totally Rad Vintage Fest! Our totally radical vendors specialize in ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Stephen C. O'Connell Center 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Unit 2110, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: GA $8 in advance $10 day of the event. Kids 12 and under are FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Zion Lutheran Church Open House

If you’ve driven past Zion over the years and thought, “Wait… wasn’t there a sanctuary going up there before?” — ...

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, ...

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, ...

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 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 ...

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. ...

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Bilingual Story Time

Come join the Latina Women's League for bilingual storytime.

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 ...

Regal My Way Matinee: Sensory-Friendly Movies PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie

Regal’s My Way Matinee gives everyone the opportunity to experience a movie with the lights turned up and the volume ...

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 • ...

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 ...

Coterie Market DIY Tile Coasters Workshop

Includes: All the supplies needed for the craft Design your very own custom coaster. A great place to hold your ...

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 Junior

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 ...

Painting with a Twist: Wicked Melon Vibes

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 Archer Branch: Intro. to 3D Printing-Grades 3 and Up

The Archer Branch Library has a 3D printer! Learn how you can submit projects for printing. 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, ...

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 ...

Gainesville Mom Walk

(NEW DATE) Calling all moms in the Gainesville/Alachua County area! Hi! I am your Miss Plus U. S. United 2026, and ...

Saturday Shoppes Presents: Caribbean Street Fest

Caribbean Street Fest takes over Oaks Mall Gainesville! One island ain't enough. We're bringing the WHOLE Caribbean to Newberry Road ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Oaks Mall Gainesville 6419 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Studio Ghibli Fest Castle in the Sky 40th Anniversary

One night, Pazu spies a young girl floating down from the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Her name ...

The Top’s Anniversary Party

The Top is turning 26! Come help us celebrate 26 years of good food, good drinks and good times. -Golden baby ...

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 ...

Brazil Fest at Bo Diddley Plaza

Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of Brazilian culture at Bo Diddley Plaza in downtown Gainesville! This year’s Brazil Fest ...

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

Southern Heritage Farms Drive-In Movie Night

Reserve your pass for Southern Heritage Farms’ Drive-In Movie Night featuring Night at the Museum! Saturday, August 22 Gates open at 6:30 ...

Sun Country Sports Center Back Handspring and Tuck Boot Camp

Two of the biggest milestones in tumbling are mastering the back handspring and the back tuck. Sun Country hosts a ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Sun Country Sports Center: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: $43.25/members, $48.75/non-members, $54.00/Day of the Event Rate
  • Website: suncountrysports.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
23August

Mi Apa Latin Cafe National Cuban Sandwich Day

The countdown is ON! National Cuban Sandwich Day is almost here… and so is your favorite deal. Buy ONE Cuban ...

  • 7:00 am 
  • Location: see description for exact locations
  • Cost: Buy ONE Cuban Sandwich, get your SECOND one 50% OFF!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

FL Legends Card Show

Sports cards, Pokémon & TCG. A weekend event for collectors, traders, and enthusiasts for sports and trading card games.

  • 9:30 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports Center, 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: $5 for admission
  • Website: fllegends.com
  • Category: Other, Sales Events

The Legends Experience

It is a first of its kind, one day only unique Meet and Greet with your favorite University of Florida ...

  • 9:30 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports Center, 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Packages start at $550. Visit website for details
  • Website: fllegends.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Free Florida Virtual Homeschool Summit

Planning your homeschool year? Looking for practical ideas, trusted resources, and encouragement from experienced homeschool educators? The Florida Virtual Homeschool Summit ...

Greater New Salem Missionary Baptist Church: Family Fellowship, Food & Fun

Come hang out and make awesome memories with your favorite people at Family & Friends Weekend! Family Fellowship, Food & Fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Greater New Salem Missionary Baptist Church 5707 SW 62nd Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Admission is FREE
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays

Summer isn't over yet! AUGUST ● Sunday, August 23rd ● Sunday, August 30th Come out and enjoy a day filled with fun in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: $19 per person, children ages 3 and under are free
  • Website: www.campkulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

PunkOuter Games TCG Decorating Day

Join us for a day full of decorating your favorite cards and deck boxes to put them in! This event will ...

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, ...

Sabel Sanctuary: Free Kids Wellness Event

Free 90 minute kids wellness experience from 11:30am-1:00pm - Meet the horses and animals - Kid-friendly Reiki Demo - Relaxing sound bath meditation - ...

Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Coterie Market DIY Doormat Workshop

Includes: 1 Doormat, acrylic paint, and all the supplies needed for the craft Customize your walkway with your own doormat! ...

Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary Farmers Moo-ket

Moo-kets are BACK! What to expect- An event for the public to shop local vendors, enjoy delicious food, and meet rescued ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW Co Rd 231 Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: There is no required entry fee, but a suggested $5 donation is appreciated.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Sensory Story Time

Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of ...

Corks and Colors All Ages: Beach Umbrellas

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive 10 minutes early to choose your seat ...

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.

UF Carillon Studio Concert Series

The UF Carillon Studio Concert Series offers a chance to hear the UF Carillon during a forty-five minute recital. Listeners ...

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 Soccer vs. Florida State University

Help cheer on the Gators Soccer team!

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 ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Castle in the Sky 40th Anniversary

One night, Pazu spies a young girl floating down from the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Her name ...

The Star Center: Pre-Season Showcase

Step into the 2026–2027 season with a Pre-season Showcase! Enjoy an evening of song and story as we prepare for ...

24August

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours

Monday Open Studio-Ages 1 & up

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $12.00 per child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center Pool Homeschool Meet Up

Come Swim with your friends and enjoy some last bits of summer! All children must be accompanied by an adult. ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: $5 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, August 24th through Sunday, August ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: $5 Off
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

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 ...

Coterie Market Vision Board Collage Workshop

Includes: Crafting materials (thick paper, glue, scissors, magazines, vintage magazines, markers, etc.) Catch up with your besties or meet new ...

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 ...

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities: ESE 101

The purpose of the workshop is to provide information, resources, and support to parents and families of students with disabilities. ...

PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade

Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...

PunkOuter Games Tabletop Game Night

Join us for our weekly tabletop game night! Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending library. For ...

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 ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Castle in the Sky 40th Anniversary

One night, Pazu spies a young girl floating down from the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Her name ...

NAMI Family Support Group

Meets Second and Fourth Monday of each month. NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with ...

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Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days: Water Day

Fall Fun Days are HERE! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Water Day! No need to sign up! See you ...

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 ...

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, August 24th through Sunday, August ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: $5 Off
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class

Children's art class ages 6 and up. Children will work with different mediums each week to create their own unique ...

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, ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Teen Art Club

Teen Art Club ages 12 and up. Teens will work with different mediums each week to create their own unique ...

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 & ...

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Teen ArtSpace - Intro to 3D Printing

Learn how to create 3D models using Tinkercad. Staff will then 3D print the items to be picked up at ...

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, ...

Coterie Market Felt Pennant Workshop

Includes: All the supplies needed for the craft Design your own felt pennant flag! Create a unique decoration that showcases ...

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 Castle in the Sky 40th Anniversary

One night, Pazu spies a young girl floating down from the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Her name ...

26August

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 ...

Gift Certificates and More Burger Week

Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, August 24th through Sunday, August ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: $5 Off
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers

Preschool Explorers Ages 2-5

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 Tower Road Branch MakerSpace

Come, relax, and doodle away. Doodle art is all about freeform expression through line and pattern. Let your creativity flow ...

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, ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: The Fold

At last, the monthly origami program you have been waiting for! The Fold is a monthly program where we will ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Studio Ghibli Fest Castle in the Sky 40th Anniversary

One night, Pazu spies a young girl floating down from the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Her name ...

One Piece TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

One Piece TCG at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

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