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12April

Gainesville Cars and Coffee

Gainesville Cars and Coffee is a gathering for automotive enthusiasts of all types from exotics and classics to imports and ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Passport to the Universe

Now with updated visual effects, the breathtaking "Passport to the Universe" reveals the wonders of our universe in a way ...

Cedar Key Old Florida Celebration of the Arts

This beloved annual event brings together outstanding artists, unique handcrafted works, and the laid-back charm of historic Cedar Key. Stroll ...

Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival

One of the region’s largest art festivals is back for a weekend filled with art and artists, music, food and ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Northwest Campus 3000 NW 83rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free admission
  • Website: www.sfcollege.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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, ...

GGIC International Market

Come support our local international and refugee neighbors while sampling food, crafts and games from around the world! All proceeds ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Oasis in Space

Oasis in Space (2022) is a startling and beautiful voyage through the Universe, the Milky Way galaxy and our Solar ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Forward! To The Moon

Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future ...

Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary April Farmers Moo-ket

Join us at our last Farmers Moo-ket until we return after the Summer! This is a family-friendly event where you can ...

  • 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

Gainesville Oddities Market

Join us at the iconic Bo Diddley Plaza for a free, all-ages event that promises a delightfully strange and unforgettable ...

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

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

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 Mushroom Frog

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

Corks and Colors: All Ages Tree

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

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Daughter of the Stars

Daughter of the Stars takes the audience on a journey with a First Nation, Native American story teller showcasing various ...

Michaels Demo and Makebreak: Analog Bag Demo + Make a Bag Charm

Stop by your local Michaels to learn all about Analog bags, we will tell you what they are, and how ...

Painting with a Twist: Fox and Flower Sweeties

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

UF Women's Tennis vs. Missouri Tigers

Join Florida Gators Women's Tennis as they take on Missouri Tigers at Alfred A. Ring Tennis Complex.

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 ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Tales of the Maya Skies

Tales of the Maya Skies is a digital fulldome show that immerses the audience in Mayan astronomy, art and culture ...

P.K. Yonge Presents Mean Girls High School Edition

Synopsis: Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ...

Bard and Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival

BARD & Broadside: North Central Florida's Premier Poetry Festival The 4th Annual (2026) Festival Theme Is AMERICA 250! Celebrating 250 Years of ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Lucia, The Secret Of Shooting Stars

The sequel to “Polaris: The Space Submarine and the Mystery of the Polar Night” is finally at the Kika Silva ...

Star Center Youth Theatre presents Disney's Descendants

Direction by Marika Edward’s Choreography by Arienne Shelton In the kingdom of Auradon, all the classic Disney heroes now live in peace ...

  • Location: Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611-2750
  • Cost: General Admission $22, Student $18, Senior $20
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Music 360 - Horizons of the Future

Horizons of the Future is a fantastic journey into possibility! This comfortable, elevating fulldome work winds through endless immersive landscapes and ...

Corks and Colors Haile - Clay Day: Whale Shark Holder

This class is at our Haile location 4:30-6:30pm and perfect for ages 10+ with any level of experience— even if ...

High Springs BMX Egg Hunt and Race

Egg hunt starts after racing. Free for registered racers under 16 and their families

P.K. Yonge Presents Mean Girls High School Edition

Synopsis: Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ...

13April

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 ...

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 Champions Green Ball

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

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 ...

Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics

Gatorball’s 2026 Hitting Clinics start Monday, February 2nd at Jonesville Park. Open to players 9U–14U, these sessions focus on mechanics, timing, ...

Guitar Lessons by Gregorio

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

Happy Haven Homeschoolers, LLC: Social for Homeschooling Parents

Homeschool parents and guardians are invited to this free event and are asked to bring their curriculum resources to share! ...

PunkOuter Games Pokemon League Casual

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

14April

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby Adventures

Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the babies' and toddlers' senses of touch, hearing, ...

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 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 ...

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, ...

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 - ...

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. Dodi, a miniature Dachshund therapy ...

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

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 ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions: Orange Ball 2

Where real tennis starts. Players begin to compete, serve correctly, and engage in match play and competition. The program continues ...

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade

Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Tuesdays! This is a casual, free to play, ...

UF Baseball vs. Bethune-Cookman University

UF Baseball vs. Bethune-Cookman University

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
15April

JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Spring Sale

Presale April 15th |Public Sale April 16-19 | LEGACY PARK in Alachua | SAVE up to 90% BELOW retail on ...

  • 8:30 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: Free- $25 Depending On Time/Day. See description for details.
  • Website: gainesville.jbfsale.com
  • Category: Other

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks

Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...

Colsie Mom Meet Up and Spring Kids Craft

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

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 ...

Working Food Garden Tots

Join us for fun-filled mornings of gardening, nature, and hands-on discovery! Designed for children ages 2-5, Garden Tots offers sensory ...

O2B Kids Homeschool Days

Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

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

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 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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Frosted Flakes

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

Alachua County Library Music Lab - Library Partnership Branch

Kids can play with a variety of musical instruments in this "learn at your own pace" program. Instruments available include ...

Alachua County Park ‘N Play

Get ready for outdoor fun and adventure! Join Parks and Open Space staff for free games, activities, crafts, sports, and tons ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Artful Adventures and Hidden Clues

It's early release day. Are you looking for adventure? Visit the Archer Branch Library each Wednesday afterschool to search for ...

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 Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming

Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

Alachua County Library: LegoSpace at Headquarters Branch

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Duct Tape Workshop- Flower Edition

Participants, 5 and up, will learn how to create colorful, decorative flowers using duct tape. This fun, hands-on workshop encourages ...

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

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

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at High Springs Branch

Therapy dogs love to be read to, so bring in your favorite book to read or choose one of ours. Children ...

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

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 ...

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Waldo Branch

Read a book to Sally, a beautiful greyhound dog. Read with a Dog is a program that allows shy readers ...

UF Women's Lacrosse vs Jacksonville Dolphins

Florida Gators Women's Lacrosse vs Jacksonville Dolphins

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 Champions Green Ball

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

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 ...

Gatorball Academy Pitching Clinics

Wednesday Pitching Clinic 5:30 pm-6:30 pm: Ages 9-14 (open to 8 players max per clinic) Coaches Kris Armstrong Training Areas: Pre Throwing Warm ...

UF Softball vs. FGCU

UF Softball vs FGCU

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

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 ...

16April

Easton Foundations Gator Cup

The 17th annual Gator Cup is right around the corner! As the first stop in the 2026 United States Archery ...

JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Spring Sale

Presale April 15th |Public Sale April 16-19 | LEGACY PARK in Alachua | SAVE up to 90% BELOW retail on ...

  • 8:30 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: Free- $25 Depending On Time/Day. See description for details.
  • Website: gainesville.jbfsale.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Just Between Friends Legacy Park

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at the JBF sale at Legacy Park. What is JBF? Just Between Friends is ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd, Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: If you sign up, you will get FREE admission!
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 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.

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

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 Branch

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

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Safe Kids North Central Florida: Celebration Pointe State Farm Good Neighbor - Car Seat Check Up

Car seats are available to eligible caregivers. Please contact jordyn.zyngier@ufhealth.org if you are in need of car seat assistance. A car ...

Safe Kids North Central Florida: UF Health State Farm Good Neighbor - Car Seat Check Up

Safe Kids NCFL Coalition car seat check up event led by UF Health and sponsored by State Farm Good Neighbor. About ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 3300 Southwest Williston Road Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, 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: STEAM Crafts

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

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: $10 unlimited play (wristband valid until 10 pm), Kids 3 & under free with paid adult (does not include player's card)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Santa Fe Saints Baseball vs. Eastern Florida State College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Baseball team!

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. ...

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 Tower Road Branch: Lorcana League

Teens and tweens, of all experience levels, are invited to join us for the monthly meeting of our Lorcana League. ...

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 ...

GCM Food Festival

Bring Your Appetite, Gainesville! Come enjoy amazing food from 40+ restaurants all in ONE location! Purchase your tickets on the ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Celebration Pointe, Gainesville
  • Cost: FREE Admission, Food & Drink Tickets are just $3 each
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Champions: Orange Ball 2

Where real tennis starts. Players begin to compete, serve correctly, and engage in match play and competition. The program continues ...

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 ...

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 ...

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents Catch Me If You Can

Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy ...

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
17April

Easton Foundations Gator Cup

The 17th annual Gator Cup is right around the corner! As the first stop in the 2026 United States Archery ...

JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Spring Sale

Presale April 15th |Public Sale April 16-19 | LEGACY PARK in Alachua | SAVE up to 90% BELOW retail on ...

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: Free- $25 Depending On Time/Day. See description for details.
  • Website: gainesville.jbfsale.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Wilmot Botanical Gardens Spring Plant Sale

Please join us for family fun at the Spring Plant Sale at Wilmot Botanical Gardens. We will have a variety ...

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 ...

Farm and Forest Friends at Morningside Nature Center

Third Friday of each month, September–May, from 10 am-11 am. Meet at the pavilion at Morningside Nature Center Venture through the ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Morningside Nature Center 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: Cost: $5 for first child, $2.50 for each additional child in your group (must be accompanied by an adult)
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Florida Museum Spring Plant Sale

Our spring plant sale features more than 100 species of Florida- and pollinator-friendly plants. Discover which pollinator species you can attract ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History (UF Cultural Plaza in front of the Florida Museum) 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
  • Category: Other

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Martin Kids Dental

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup for a tour of Martin Kids Dental. This dental office is so fun! Bring ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Homeschool MakerSpace

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

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, April 3, 2026, 3:00 PM 4:00 PM Orange Lake ...

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Kids Can Sew

Kids can sew, too! We’ll be walking through the basics of various techniques in machine and hand sewing with fun, ...

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 ...

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 ...

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center: Black Cowboys and Cowgirls in Florida - Then & Now

Third Annual History of Black Cowboys & Cowgirls in Florida. Living history, activities, horseback rides, music, and food! Fun for ...

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

Just Between Friends of Gainesville Teen Thrift Night

Come join us for a fun-filled evening at Legacy Park for our Teen Thrift Night! Shop for trendy clothes, accessories, ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 15400 Peggy Rd., Gainesville, FL 32615
  • Cost: Free ticket online
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Levitt AMP Alachua Music Series

The countdown to a memorable season of free concerts under the stars in Alachua is underway! Today the Levitt AMP ...

UF Softball vs. Auburn

UF Softball vs Auburn

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

Bard and Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival

BARD & Broadside: North Central Florida's Premier Poetry Festival The 4th Annual (2026) Festival Theme Is AMERICA 250! Celebrating 250 Years of ...

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

Annasemble Chamber Orchestra Concert

The Annasemble Chamber Orchestra are a part of the larger Annasemble Community Orchestra. They will perform music of great variety, ...

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents Catch Me If You Can

Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy ...

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

Unlimited Jump, Laser Tag, Skycoaster, Bumper Cars, Rocks Climbing, Jungle Gym & Rope Course Friday Nights from 7-9 pm. Customers ages ...

Florida Truth Center presents The Trial of the Big Bad Wolf

Come see Alachua County Christian Theatre Company's Spring show!

Splitz Bowling Funtastic Friday

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

Star Center Youth Theatre presents Disney's Descendants

Direction by Marika Edward’s Choreography by Arienne Shelton In the kingdom of Auradon, all the classic Disney heroes now live in peace ...

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 ...

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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! ...

Easton Foundations Gator Cup

The 17th annual Gator Cup is right around the corner! As the first stop in the 2026 United States Archery ...

UF IFAS Family Fishing Days - Easter Egg Hunt

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

Get Your Rear in Gear 5K Run/Walk

Join us on April 18th as the colorectal cancer community gathers at Jonesville Park for the Inaugural Get Your Rear ...

  • 8:30 am 
  • Location: Jonesville Park: 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

Alachua County Community Reuse & Recycle Day

The Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery Department, in collaboration with the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo, invites residents ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: In honor of Earth Day and in conjunction with the Zoo’s Party for the Planet Weekend, donors will receive a discount voucher for Zoo Admission - while supplies last.
  • Website: alachuacountyrecycles.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

The Friends of the Library Alachua County Library District (FOLACLD) Spring Book Sale. Largest Friends of the Library sale in the ...

  • 9:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 430-B North Main Street, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Guano Run 5K Fun Run

3rd Annual Guano Run 5K - Run or Walk for Bats! It’s Guano Be Awesome! Join Lubee Bat Conservancy and Blackadder ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th Street, Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $38/person | Register after March 29th $48/person
  • Website: www.lubee.org
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Spring Sale

Presale April 15th |Public Sale April 16-19 | LEGACY PARK in Alachua | SAVE up to 90% BELOW retail on ...

  • 9:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: Free- $25 Depending On Time/Day. See description for details.
  • Website: gainesville.jbfsale.com
  • Category: Other

Partnership for Strong Families, Inc. Foster and Adoptive Parent Training Classes

We are now enrolling families in our 2026 classes! This training fulfills the state requirement for all foster and adoptive ...

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo: Party for the Planet

In honor of Earth Day, we are hosting Party for the Planet: Spring into Action! We will be celebrating right ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $10 - adults | $6 - ages 4-12 | Free – ages 3 & under
  • Website: www.sfcollege.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

UF Health Healthy Heroes Day

Join UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, the University of Florida Police Department, Safe Kids North Central Florida and several community ...

Wilmot Botanical Gardens Spring Plant Sale

Please join us for family fun at the Spring Plant Sale at Wilmot Botanical Gardens. We will have a variety ...

Bryer Patch Spring Flower Frenzy Festival

Come join us for our Spring Flower Frenzy Festival at The Bryer Patch! Our festival will be Saturday, April 18, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Age 13 & up $12, Age 3-12 $10, 2 & under free. Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

CP Soccer North Florida

CP Soccer is building a national league for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic brain injury, who are ambulatory ...

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 ...

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies

Now available by reservation every Saturday morning (September-May)! Child participants get to brush a pony, experience a 20-minute leadline ride, ...

Florida Museum Spring Plant Sale

Our spring plant sale features more than 100 species of Florida- and pollinator-friendly plants. Discover which pollinator species you can attract ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History (UF Cultural Plaza in front of the Florida Museum) 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
  • Category: Other

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 ...

North Florida Sewing Center: Beginner Sewing Class

Saturrday, 10 am- 1 pm with Gopi Flick No experience is necessary and all materials and sewing machine will be provided ...

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 ...

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, ...

University of Florida Math Circle

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

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 Music and Movement (Saturday Special) - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Saturday Special Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center: Black Cowboys and Cowgirls in Florida - Then & Now

Third Annual History of Black Cowboys & Cowgirls in Florida. Living history, activities, horseback rides, music, and food! Fun for ...

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 ...

Historic Haile Homestead Kitchen Grand Opening & Open House

The Grand Opening of the reconstructed Kitchen will be on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11 AM. An Open House ...

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 ...

Savage Race JR

We have a friendly and challenging course for your little Savage. Each wave is monitored by friendly and enthusiastic staff, ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Barn at Rembert Farm 13126 NW 174th Ave, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: Registration: $40 online or $50 on-site. One spectator pass is included.
  • Website: savagerace.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

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 ...

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 ...

Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program

Join us for the Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program at the Headquarters Library, Cone Park Library, and Clarence R. ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Cone Park Branch 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

Free Saturday sessions from 11:30 am-1:30 pm (when school is held on Fridays). Starting on September 13, 2025-May 16, 2026 What ...

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, ...

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 ...

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. Ripley, a chihuahua therapy dog, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Youth Services Area) 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Bat Appreciation Day at Blackadder Brewing Company

Celebrating Bats Has Never Been Easier! We’re excited to share that Lubee Bat Conservancy is the charity partner at Blackadder ...

Downtown High Springs Artwalk

Join us in 2026 for ArtWalk on the 3rd Saturday of March, April, May, October, November and December. Come browse ...

Santa Fe Saints Softball vs. Miami Dade College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Softball team! Games 12 pm and 2 pm

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 ...

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.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 ...

Painting with a Twist: Frankly Colorful Friends - Cat

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.

Florida Truth Center presents The Trial of the Big Bad Wolf

Come see Alachua County Christian Theatre Company's Spring show!

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. ...

UF Softball vs. Auburn

UF Softball vs Auburn

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 ...

Florida Springs Council: Save our Springs and Plant Your Seeds Earth Day Market

Join us on April 18, 2026 from 4-8 PM in the AUK Market courtyard for an evening of celebrating Mother ...

Mayhem Ranch Rodeo Fest

Join us for Mayhem Ranch Rodeo Fest, Bulls, Broncs & BBQ! Sanctioned by the Elite Bullriders Association, kicking off on ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: General Admission: $20 Online, $25 at the Gate (5 and under free for General Admission Only - Limited tickets sold each Day). Preferred Seating and VIP Experience also available.
  • Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Balance 180 Carnival Classic

Step right up for an evening of excitement at Balance 180 Gymnastics and Sports Academy! The Carnival Classic returns on ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Tickets are $20 per child with sibling discounts available. Admission is free for adults!
  • Website: balance180.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Bard and Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival

BARD & Broadside: North Central Florida's Premier Poetry Festival The 4th Annual (2026) Festival Theme Is AMERICA 250! Celebrating 250 Years of ...

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents Catch Me If You Can

Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy ...

Florida Truth Center presents The Trial of the Big Bad Wolf

Come see Alachua County Christian Theatre Company's Spring show!

Outback Presents The Thorn

The Thorn tells the epic story of God's love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity. The ...

Star Center Youth Theatre presents Disney's Descendants

Direction by Marika Edward’s Choreography by Arienne Shelton In the kingdom of Auradon, all the classic Disney heroes now live in peace ...

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