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The Legends of Alachua County

The Legends of Alachua County Invitational is for All athletes from High School through Masters. All athletes representing intercollegiate teams ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: Alachua County Sports & Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for details
  • Website: trcrace.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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, ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Due to the Extreme Cold advisory in our area, the Historic Haile Homestead will be CLOSED on Sunday, February 1st. Come ...

City of Gainesville Perspectives in the Parks

This monthly program features experts in their field sharing information on a variety of topics including science, nature, history and ...

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.

Alachua Conservation Trust Full Moon Hike

Join ACT staff for a hike under the full moon and starlit night sky. Spaces are limited so please RSVP ...

Smart Start at Zion Sessions

We are gearing up for a super session this Winter as we'll meet end of January through March. We hope ...

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center Homeschool Art

Join us for a fun art adventure designed for homeschoolers! Program is for ages 5-10. Feb 2 & 16: Clay March 9 ...

Guitar Lessons by Gregorio

Acoustic guitar lessons for beginner and intermediate level students. Classes will incorporate music theory, folk songs and jam sessions and ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum

Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Chick-fil-A at Archer Road Valentine's Family Night

Looking for a sweet way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Bring the family to Valentine’s Day Family Night on February 3, ...

P.K. Yonge All About Elementary School Night

Join us for an evening to learn more about the P.K. Yonge Elementary School programs and about the admissions process. ...

Taconhy Entertainment presents KPOP Warriors

KPOP Warriors is a high-energy, family-friendly live show inspired by the music and style of K-Pop. Featuring exciting choreography, colorful ...

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Guided Walking Tours

Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Join experienced rangers on a guided nighttime hike, to learn ...

Healthy Learning Academy Enrollment Tour

Kindergarten enrollment is just around the corner! The February 4th and February 18th tours are the last two before the ...

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

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Football

Sensory and Art Workshop at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with a ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Open Studio All Ages

Welcome to our new Afternoon Workshop for various ages! Open studio. Come find out what fun stuff will be available! Process ...

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 Alachua Branch: Whatchamacallit Wednesdays

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

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

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...

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 at Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

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 ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Headquarters Library

Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend. Tony, a Labrador Retriever therapy ...

Custom Keychain and Phone Charms: After-school Craft

Need an afterschool activity? Come down to Depot Park! Get creative, making custom keychains and phone charms with Michaela! Then ...

UF Health Lactation Drop-in Clinic

The Drop-In Breastfeeding Clinic is here to address your concerns about breastfeeding your baby. Expectant parents are welcome to ask ...

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 ...

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. ...

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 ...

Camp Makerie Teen DND Club

The infamous Karl, founder of the Camp Makerie Teen Summer program, will return to orchestrate epic battles and adventures week ...

Winter Flurry Thursday Nights Race Series at High Springs BMX

We’ve got lots of chilly nights at the track and what better way to stay cozy than a cool High ...

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

Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...

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 ...

Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays for Homeschoolers - Valentine's Party

Homeschool Families, plan to join us for a Valentine's Party! The event is FREE and open to the public, but we ...

Mom Walk with Hilda Hair Salon

Cozy steps, warm tea, and a little local love! At 10 am, meet in front of the pavilions where Hilda Hair ...

Wild West Education Day

Education Day is an immersive Wild West learning adventure designed for folks young and old — children of all ages! ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Kirby Farm: 19650 NE 30 St, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Student Ticket $11.80, Teacher/Chaperone Ticket $11.80
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carolina Kids Co-op Gainesville Homeschool Community Day: Dudley Farm Historic State Park

All homeschoolers welcome! Join us as we step back in time for a guided walking tour of Dudley Farm Historic State ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $5 per vehicle via honor box. Correct change is required.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Menchie’s National Frozen Yogurt Day Celebration

National Fro-Yo Day is almost here! Celebrate with Menchie's Frozen Yogurt at Butler North on February 6th, Enjoy Buy 1, ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Menchie's Frozen Yogurt at Butler North 2905 SW 42nd St, Suite 20, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Buy One Froyo, Get One FREE ALL DAY LONG!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: The Winter Library Olympics

Join us in celebrating the start of the 2026 Winter Olympics by creating your own mini-hockey rink, competing in curling ...

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 ...

PunkOuter Games Kids D&D Adventure League

Join us for Kid's Dungeons & Dragons Adventure League every Friday from 4 pm to 6 pm. Parents are required to ...

Bows & Besties: A Tween Girls Night (Day!) Out

Calling all tween girls! Bows & Besties is a fun, creative, in-store event made just for our bigger girls to ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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 Friday Night Soccer

CANCELLED! Come join us for some drills, games, and fun! Next soccer meet up February 6th at 6:00 pm Limitless Legends ...

Okito America Valentine's Theme Parents Night Out

Parents’ Night Out is back at Okito America (Valentine's theme). Drop the kids off for a fun movie night, just ...

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

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 (Winter)

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

South Main Station: Valentine's Movie on the Lawn

Join us at South Main Station for a FREE Valentine's Movie Night on the Lawn! We'll be screening the beloved ...

Star Center Youth Theatre presents Miscast Cabaret

In Star Center's Miscast Cabaret, performers take the stage in roles they'd never be traditionally cast in - and have ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Star Center Theatre 11 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: General Admission $22, Student $18, Senior $20
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

UF Astronomy Public Night Observatory

The Department of Astronomy operates an on-campus Teaching Observatory for educational and public programs. These events are all free to ...

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 College of Dentistry Super Sealant Saturday

Free Dental Exams, Sealants, and Fluoride Varnish for children ages 1-17; followed by a Toy Story themed carnival with fun ...

Pink & Blue 5K Run/Walk

The Greater North Central Florida Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. is hosting its 2nd Annual 5K Run ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: 5K Run & Walk (In person & virtual) $35, Children's Pink & Blue Fun Run Free
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

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 ...

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 ...

The Home Depot Kids Workshops-Valentines Penguin Mailbox

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

University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students

The University of Florida Math Circle is a free service to the Gainesville community that offers fun math activities for ...

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 ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour

We have a guided tour the first Saturday of every month at 10 am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Rim Ramble Hike at Paynes Prairie

Paynes Prairie is a 23,000-acre preserve managed by the Florida Park Service. In 1774, William Bartram, a naturalist from Philadelphia, ...

Swamp Splash - Gainesville Gaviatas Artistic Swimming Meet

Come watch the Gainesville Gaviatas and Land O'Lakes Florida Elite Warriors artistic swimming teams in the Swamp Splash artistic swimming ...

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, ...

Colsie Mom Meet Up and Valentine Kids Craft

Come hang out with us for a relaxed morning together! This meetup is all about connecting with other moms, enjoying ...

2nd Street Circus Spectacular

It's the 3rd annual 2nd Street Circus Spectacular at the Gainesville Circus Center! Come for Circus Art & Family Fun! It’s ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1925 NW 2nd Street, Suite B Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Entry to outdoor stages is FREE. Indoor performances are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

FREE College Readiness Workshops

Are you ready to take charge of your future? Join us for FREE College Readiness Workshops hosted by Oak Hall School, ...

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 Run 7.2K + Fest

Run, don’t walk — Springs Run 7.2k 2026 registration is open! Gainesville’s biggest race returns February 7th, for its 11th ...

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 ...

AUK Market Valentine Market

Welcome to the Valentine Market at The AUK Market, sharing expressions of love for our Gainesville community and creative folks! ...

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 ...

The Florida Invitational Step Show: The Stroll

Join us on Saturday, February 7 from 12 to 3 p.m. at Bo Diddley Plaza for a free celebration featuring ...

Harn Museum Sound Moves: Interdisciplinary Music + Dance Performance

Inspired by the Harn’s Florida Art Collection and the upcoming exhibition Florida in the Frame, nine student composers from the ...

Repurpose Project Clothing Swap

Join us Saturday, February 7th, from 1:00-4:00 at the Repurpose Project Community Center for our monthly Clothing Swap! Bring up to ...

UF Dazzlers College Dance Team Prep Clinic

Thank you for your interest in Florida Dance Team prep clinics! Prep clinics are a great way to familiarize yourself ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch Black History Month: The Real Rosewood

Lizzie Robinson Jenkins, the niece of Rosewood survivor Mahulda Gussie Brown Carrier, shares the history of a thriving predominantly Black ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

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

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium - Space Park 360: Geodesium Edition

SpacePark360: Geodesium Edition is an immersive entertainment show for fulldome theaters -- an amusement park with its rides placed throughout ...

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 ...

Balance 180 Moonlight Muscle Meet

We invite you to join us for a night under the stars and see our mission come to life! All ages ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: balance180.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Florida Blaze Basketball High School Tryouts

Florida Blaze is a non-profit, youth basketball organization based in Gainesville, FL. 4 pm-9th Grade 5:30 pm-10th Grade 7 pm-11th Grade

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 ...

Destiny Community Church Father and Daughter Dance

DCC is hosting our annual Father/Daughter dance on February 7th at 5 pm. For girls middle school and below.

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: 20820 West Newberry Rd. Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: The cost is $35 for a father/daughter combo and $15 for each additional daughter
  • Website: www.destinycommunitychurch.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Juniors Volleyball Club: Spread the Lovb Free Volleyball Clinic

Spread the lovb! With a donation of a non-perishable Item, come train with us and give back to our community! ...

P.K. Yonge Performing Arts Proudly Presents Disney Beauty and the Beast Jr.

P.K. Yonge’s 8th Grade Vocal & Dramatic Arts Program will be performing Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. The 60-minute ...

FAMU National Alumni Association Alachua County Chapter: Daddy Daughter Dance

Get ready for a magical evening at the 2026 Daddy Daughter Dance, hosted by the FAMU NAA of Alachua County. The ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Springhill Church 120 Southeast Williston Road, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: $55 for 1 dad/daughter pair, $15 each additional daughter
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Skywatchers of Africa

For thousands of years, Africans have used their knowledge of the sky to build their societies, shape their spiritual lives, ...