Gainesville Family Events Calendar
The Fun 4 Gator Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Gainesville area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event
PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.
Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.
Events and programs for kids with special needs
Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.
Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.
Family friendly shows and concerts
Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.
Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.
Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category
Sporting events and home games for local sports teams
One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families.
Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.
Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.
Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.
Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays
In an effort to support the families of our community, Camp Kulaqua opens the River Ranch during specific Sundays during ...
- 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: Admission: $14 per person ➡️Children 3 years and under: FREE
- Website: www.kulaqua.com
- Category: Family Fun
City of Gainesville Summer Heatwave Teen Pool Party
Kick off the summer with our first Heatwave Pool Party! Enjoy free swimming, dancing, music and food hot off the ...
- 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool, 1717 SE 15th Street, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [Revised]
Celebrate our reopening with the return of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)[Revised], a comedy written by Adam Long, ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: Acrosstown Repertory Theater: 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $15-$20
- Website: acrosstown.ticketleap.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
High Springs Playhouse presents Little Women
Timeless and enduring classic about the March sisters’ journey from childhood to maturity during the American Civil War. Audiences of ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 130 NE First Avenue, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: All tickets $8
- Website: app.arts-people.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Summer Synchro Sundays
Learn synchronized swimming! Summer Synchro Sundays is open to boys and girls ages 4-18 (who are comfortable swimming in deep ...
- 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Northeast pool
- Cost: Kids can try their first sunday for FREE! Then any sunday attended after the first will be $15 per day
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gamesville Tabletop Board Game Day
Open Tables for Board Game Players. 20 person max
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Disney Music Party at Defy Gainesville
Come join us and get some energy out while listening to your favorite Disney songs :)
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Defy Gainesville: 6250 NW 23rd St., Gainesville, FL 32653
- Website: defy.com
- Category: Family Fun
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Regal Summer Movie Express at Royal Park Cinema
Summer movies for kids at Regal. Bring the family to the nearest Regal theater for our 2021 Summer Movie Express ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: ALL Gainesville Regal Cinemas locations
- Cost: $1
- Website: www.regmovies.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Gators Dockside Kids Night
A different kids craft offered every week, plus kid-friendly movies are displayed on the TVs.
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Gators Dockside: 3842 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal
- Website: gatorsdockside.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
F4GK Playgroup: Story Time On the Green at HQ Library
RSVP required. Please join us Wednesday, August 4th, at the Headquarters Library Courtyard for a Story Time on the Green ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 401 E. University Ave., Gainesville FL
- Cost: free, RSVP online
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Regal Summer Movie Express at Royal Park Cinema
Summer movies for kids at Regal. Bring the family to the nearest Regal theater for our 2021 Summer Movie Express ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: ALL Gainesville Regal Cinemas locations
- Cost: $1
- Website: www.regmovies.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Gamesville Tabletop D&D Night
4 Groups per 3hr time slot. Must reserve table and time slot before hand
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $3 per player
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
High Springs Playhouse presents Little Women
Timeless and enduring classic about the March sisters’ journey from childhood to maturity during the American Civil War. Audiences of ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: 130 NE First Avenue, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: All tickets $8
- Website: app.arts-people.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Trinity's Day Spa presents Back 2 School Braid Bash at MLK Center
Please call or email to pre-register for the Back to School Braid Bash! Free food and free manis for K-12.
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: MLK Center, 1028 NE 14th St, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
LifeSouth Community Blood Center's 5th Annual Backpack Giveaway in Palatka
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, LIBERTY Dental Plan of Florida, and other community partners invite elementary and middle school students and ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 6003 Crill Ave., Palatka, Fla. 32177
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play 2.0
Sun Country is excited to announce Stay and Play 2.0! Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13/member, $16 non-members
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Southwest United Methodist Church Back to School Block Party
Join us for our first annual Back To School Block Party! This event is completely free as a gift to ...
- 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Southwest United Methodist Church: 2400 SW Williston Rd. Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
UF Health Shands Breastfeeding Support Group
We meet every Friday. Bring your breastfeeding babies, regardless of where you delivered and the child's age (siblings welcome too) ...
- 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: Room 9433 at Shands North Tower: 1515 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free and lunch is provided
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Depot Park parkrun
Depot Park parkrun is a FREE, weekly, timed 5K open to all runners and walkers of all fitness levels and ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Gator Clot Trot
WALK and FUNDRAISE with us at Veteran's Park. Kids activities, crafts, and refreshments.
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Place, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: A donation of your choice
- Website: secure.qgiv.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Ranger Led Tour
Sweetwater Wetlands Park is hosting in-person, socially distant tours! Online pre-registration through Eventbrite is required. Only 10 spaces per tour ...
- 8:30 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes).
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Florida Museum hosts Family Discovery Camp: Water
**Due to minor flooding from Hurricane Elsa in the Natural Area Teaching Lab space, this event has been rescheduled for ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History
- Cost: $12 for non-members and $10 for members, per participant
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Ranger Led Tour
Sweetwater Wetlands Park is hosting in-person, socially distant tours! Online pre-registration through Eventbrite is required. Only 10 spaces per tour ...
- 8:30 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
- Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes).
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Gainesville Cars and Coffee
Gainesville Cars & Coffee is a gathering for automotive enthusiasts of all types from exotics and classics to imports and ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Whole Foods Butler Town Center, 3490 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
The Historic Haile Homestead is unique in the Nation for its "Talking Walls." For a reason lost to time, the Haile ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [Revised]
Celebrate our reopening with the return of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)[Revised], a comedy written by Adam Long, ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: Acrosstown Repertory Theater: 619 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $15-$20
- Website: acrosstown.ticketleap.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
High Springs Playhouse presents Little Women
Timeless and enduring classic about the March sisters’ journey from childhood to maturity during the American Civil War. Audiences of ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 130 NE First Avenue, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: All tickets $8
- Website: app.arts-people.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Okito America Open House for After-School
Come see what we're doing and how we can help keep your children's education going after the final school bell!
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Okito America: 6900 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.okitoamerica.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Gamesville Tabletop Board Game Day
Open Tables for Board Game Players. 20 person max
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Oaks Mall Carnival
Fun for the whole family. Enjoy the carnival midway with amusement rides and game concessions for all ages. Cotton candy, ...
- 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Oaks Mall, 6419 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See costs in description
- Website: MagicMidways.com
- Category: Family Fun
Naturals Baseball Tryouts
Love the Game! Come try out for Naturals Baseball Travel Teams and become part of the Nat's family. Our fast ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: South Columbia Sports Complex: 17579 SW State Rd 47, Fort White, FL 32038
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.nats-baseball.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
UF Health Online Town Hall: COVID 19 and Kids in the Classroom
As children head back to school, parents and guardians have questions about how to protect them from COVID-19. Many want ...
- 6:30 pm
- Location: Zoom
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Disney Music Party at Defy Gainesville
Come join us and get some energy out while listening to your favorite Disney songs :)
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Defy Gainesville: 6250 NW 23rd St., Gainesville, FL 32653
- Website: defy.com
- Category: Family Fun
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Oaks Mall Carnival
Fun for the whole family. Enjoy the carnival midway with amusement rides and game concessions for all ages. Cotton candy, ...
- 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Oaks Mall, 6419 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See costs in description
- Website: MagicMidways.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gators Dockside Kids Night
A different kids craft offered every week, plus kid-friendly movies are displayed on the TVs.
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Gators Dockside: 3842 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal
- Website: gatorsdockside.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Gamesville Tabletop D&D Night
4 Groups per 3hr time slot. Must reserve table and time slot before hand
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $3 per player
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Searchlight Yoga Kids Class
This class will get your little kid moving!!!! We’ll explore movement and breathing and centering exercises. It will be a ...
- 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville FL, 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.searchlightyoga.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Oaks Mall Carnival
Fun for the whole family. Enjoy the carnival midway with amusement rides and game concessions for all ages. Cotton candy, ...
- 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Oaks Mall, 6419 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See costs in description
- Website: MagicMidways.com
- Category: Family Fun
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Library Story Time at Bo Diddley Plaza
Join us for stories and songs outdoors with library staff at Bo Diddley Plaza in downtown Gainesville! Caregivers and families ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
UF HealthStreet: Our Community, Our Health Townhall Event Discussing Long COVID-19
University of Florida Health and University of Texas San Antonio Health will be discussing the lasting effects of COVID-19. We ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Virtual (Zoom)
- Cost: Free
- Website: healthstreet.program.ufl.edu
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Oaks Mall Carnival
Fun for the whole family. Enjoy the carnival midway with amusement rides and game concessions for all ages. Cotton candy, ...
- 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Oaks Mall, 6419 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See costs in description
- Website: MagicMidways.com
- Category: Family Fun
Sun Country Stay and Play 2.0
Sun Country is excited to announce Stay and Play 2.0! Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13/member, $16 non-members
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
UF Health Shands Breastfeeding Support Group
We meet every Friday. Bring your breastfeeding babies, regardless of where you delivered and the child's age (siblings welcome too) ...
- 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: Room 9433 at Shands North Tower: 1515 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free and lunch is provided
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Gamesville Tabletop Magic The Gathering Friday Commander League
Join us for Magic The Gathering! 20 people max per night
- 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Cameron Dancenter SW Open House
Come join us to learn more about our studio and how to start your dance journey, meet your teacher, finish ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Haile Village Center Location: 5211 SW 91st Terr. Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Oaks Mall Carnival
Fun for the whole family. Enjoy the carnival midway with amusement rides and game concessions for all ages. Cotton candy, ...
- 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: The Oaks Mall, 6419 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See prices in description
- Website: MagicMidways.com
- Category: Family Fun
Depot Park parkrun
Depot Park parkrun is a FREE, weekly, timed 5K open to all runners and walkers of all fitness levels and ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Free Comic Book Day
Free Comic books for all ages! All Star Sports Cards & Comics Mega Gaming and Comics 2nd and Charles
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: three locations in Gainesville - visit website for details
- Website: www.freecomicbookday.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Walking Tour: Adults $25 | Ages 2-11 are $10 | Under FREE | Motorized Vehicles: $45 (See website for limitations)
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Step 317 Back 2 School Mini Session
Bring along your school supplies to personalize your session, accent with our globe and vintage books! Each session includes: ~Session time on ...
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $29 session fee
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Step 317 Outdoor Corner Mini Sessions
Ever wish that you could have images with that outdoor feel without having to lug everyone around? Well now you ...
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $59
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Step 317 Birthday Mini Sessions
Celebrate your child’s birthday with a photo session! Each session includes: ~ Session time in studio ~ A special treat for the birthday ...
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $39
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Museum for Me Sensory-Friendly Event
oin us for a morning at the Museum for adults and children on the autism spectrum and their friends, families ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, Florida 32611
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Special Needs, Free
Oaks Mall Carnival
Fun for the whole family. Enjoy the carnival midway with amusement rides and game concessions for all ages. Cotton candy, ...
- 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Oaks Mall, 6419 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See costs in description
- Website: MagicMidways.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gamesville Tabletop Board Game Day
Open Tables for Board Game Players. 20 person max
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Disney Music Party at Defy Gainesville
Come join us and get some energy out while listening to your favorite Disney songs :)
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Defy Gainesville: 6250 NW 23rd St., Gainesville, FL 32653
- Website: defy.com
- Category: Family Fun
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Gators Dockside Kids Night
A different kids craft offered every week, plus kid-friendly movies are displayed on the TVs.
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Gators Dockside: 3842 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal
- Website: gatorsdockside.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
First Magnitude Brainaholics Trivia
Join us for the best and most unique trivia in town, Brainaholics! Come out to team trivia at First Magnitude ...
- 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: First Magnitude Brewery, 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Gamesville Tabletop D&D Night
4 Groups per 3hr time slot. Must reserve table and time slot before hand
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $3 per player
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Searchlight Yoga Kids Class
This class will get your little kid moving!!!! We’ll explore movement and breathing and centering exercises. It will be a ...
- 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville FL, 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.searchlightyoga.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Gamesville Tabletop Dungeons and Dragons for Kids
Ages 6-18. Must pre-register. Mask required.
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $3 per player
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Library Story Time at Depot Park
Join us at 10:30am for outdoor stories and songs with Alachua County Library staff! Caregivers and families can bring blankets ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Depot Park, 874 SE 4th Street, Gainesville FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
Community Wide Pep Rally
food, fun, performances, and an introduction of the 2021 NHS Panther Football team, cheerleaders and band! Food vendors and drink ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: NHS Football Stadium: 400 SW 258th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Sun Country Stay and Play 2.0
Sun Country is excited to announce Stay and Play 2.0! Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13/member, $16 non-members
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
F4GK Playgroup at the Cade Museum
RSVP required. Please join us for a fun learning-filled playgroup for ALL AGES at the Cade Museum! There will be ...
- 11:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, 811 S Main St, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: Cost of admission will be discounted by 50%(!) for children and adults over 5+ years, and children 0-4 years are admitted free of charge.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
UF Health Shands Breastfeeding Support Group
We meet every Friday. Bring your breastfeeding babies, regardless of where you delivered and the child's age (siblings welcome too) ...
- 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: Room 9433 at Shands North Tower: 1515 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free and lunch is provided
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Dance Team Skills Pop-Up Workshop at IndepenDance Studio
Do you have an aspiring dancer interested in learning more about JAZZ DANCE and other dance team skills? Maybe you have ...
- 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: IndepenDance Studio: 7050 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $39 members, $45 New iDancers
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Boots N' Suits
A Fun Festival for the Whole Family! Carnival Rides Inflatables Waterslides Concerts (Friday and Saturday Night) Food Trucks Beer Garden Fireworks Show Much more fun to come!
- 3:00 pm
- Location: The Post Farm: 28957 W Newberry Rd Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: There are several different ticket options and packages available. Visit website for details
- Website: www.vividskyvertical.com
- Category: Family Fun
Depot Park parkrun
Depot Park parkrun is a FREE, weekly, timed 5K open to all runners and walkers of all fitness levels and ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Cereal Rush Pop-Up at Caffe Sabroso
Join us Saturday, August 21st for some yummy in house cereal shakes and bowls! We will be running specials on ...
- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Caffe Sabroso: 404 SE 2nd St. Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free entry - menu items available for purchase
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Studio TM Kids Mommy and Me Workshops
Do you want to have a hands on morning project with your kiddo in clay, but would LOVE the guidance ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Studio TM Ceramics: 2618 NE 18th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Parent/Child $40 | $15 for each additional child
- Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Hunter Ventures Tot Time with Ponies
Bring your littles ages 7 and under to ride, craft and snack with adorable ponies and an awesome barn. Each ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Hunter Ventures Farm, 18004 SW 83 Ave., Archer, Florida 32618
- Cost: $40
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Crunch Fitness Family Fun Fitness Event
You asked & we listened! Introducing to you our Group Fitness Event:
- 5:00 am - 11:59 pm
- Location: Crunch Fitness: 2002 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL
- Cost: visit website for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
The Historic Haile Homestead is unique in the Nation for its "Talking Walls." For a reason lost to time, the Haile ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Boots N' Suits
A Fun Festival for the Whole Family! Carnival Rides Inflatables Waterslides Concerts (Friday and Saturday Night) Food Trucks Beer Garden Fireworks Show Much more fun to come!
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: The Post Farm: 28957 W Newberry Rd Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: There are several different ticket options and packages available. Visit website for details
- Website: www.vividskyvertical.com
- Category: Family Fun
Corks and Colors: All Ages Haunted House
Perfect for kids or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat and colors! Feel ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20-30
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gainesville Juniors Fall Mini Club Tryouts
*Open to all skill levels, boys and girls ages 6-15. *Everyone is placed on a team. *Practices will always be Sundays 2:00 ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: 3606 SW 34th Street, Gainesville, Florida
- Cost: See costs in description
- Website: www.gainesvillejuniorsvolleyball.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
Gamesville Tabletop Board Game Day
Open Tables for Board Game Players. 20 person max
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
NAMI Family Support Group
NAMI Family Support Group - Meets Second and Fourth Monday of each month. This is for adults that have a family ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: ONLINE
- Cost: free
- Website: www.namigainesville.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Disney Music Party at Defy Gainesville
Come join us and get some energy out while listening to your favorite Disney songs :)
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Defy Gainesville: 6250 NW 23rd St., Gainesville, FL 32653
- Website: defy.com
- Category: Family Fun
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Gators Dockside Kids Night
A different kids craft offered every week, plus kid-friendly movies are displayed on the TVs.
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Gators Dockside: 3842 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal
- Website: gatorsdockside.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
First Magnitude Brainaholics Trivia
Join us for the best and most unique trivia in town, Brainaholics! Come out to team trivia at First Magnitude ...
- 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: First Magnitude Brewery, 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Gamesville Tabletop D&D Night
4 Groups per 3hr time slot. Must reserve table and time slot before hand
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $3 per player
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Searchlight Yoga Kids Class
This class will get your little kid moving!!!! We’ll explore movement and breathing and centering exercises. It will be a ...
- 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville FL, 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.searchlightyoga.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Virtual Alachua County Library: Scratch Coding for Kids
Online program for school aged kids. Explore Scratch, an online coding site, to learn how to start making your own video ...
- 3:30 pm
- Location: online Zoom and Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Virtual Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time
Online program. Some books are funny, some books are quiet, and some books are bossy! Who is in charge, here? The ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: online- Zoom or Facebook
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
Florida Gators Soccer vs. Central Florida
Help cheer on the Gators Soccer team!
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Donald Dizney Stadium at UF
- Cost: free
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Sporting Events , Free
Sun Country Stay and Play 2.0
Sun Country is excited to announce Stay and Play 2.0! Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13/member, $16 non-members
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
F4GK Alachua SplashPark Playgroup
Join us for FREE water play fun at the Hal Brady Recreation Splash Park in Alachua! Located next to the ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Alachua Splash Park - 14300 NW 146th Terrace, Alachua FL
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
UF Health Shands Breastfeeding Support Group
We meet every Friday. Bring your breastfeeding babies, regardless of where you delivered and the child's age (siblings welcome too) ...
- 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: Room 9433 at Shands North Tower: 1515 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free and lunch is provided
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Gamesville Tabletop Magic The Gathering Friday Commander League
Join us for Magic The Gathering! 20 people max per night
- 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays
Join us every Friday for the most fun you can have with a bow. Bring a friend and see who ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $10 for non members, free for members
- Website: www.eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Depot Park parkrun
Depot Park parkrun is a FREE, weekly, timed 5K open to all runners and walkers of all fitness levels and ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
UF Health Childbirth and Newborn Education Class
The Childbirth and Newborn Education Class is intended to prepare expectant parents for labor, birth, the post-partum period, and caring ...
- 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Online
- Cost: FREE
- Website: ufhealth.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Studio TM Kids Mommy and Me Workshops
Do you want to have a hands on morning project with your kiddo in clay, but would LOVE the guidance ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Studio TM Ceramics: 2618 NE 18th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Parent/Child $40 | $15 for each additional child
- Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Hunter Ventures Tot Time with Ponies
Bring your littles ages 7 and under to ride, craft and snack with adorable ponies and an awesome barn. Each ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Hunter Ventures Farm, 18004 SW 83 Ave., Archer, Florida 32618
- Cost: $40
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Step 317 Back 2 School Mini Session
Bring along your school supplies to personalize your session, accent with our globe and vintage books! Each session includes: ~Session time on ...
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $29 session fee
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Step 317 Outdoor Corner Mini Sessions
Ever wish that you could have images with that outdoor feel without having to lug everyone around? Well now you ...
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $59
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Step 317 Birthday Mini Sessions
Celebrate your child’s birthday with a photo session! Each session includes: ~ Session time in studio ~ A special treat for the birthday ...
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $39
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Step 317 Photography: Sunflower Mini Sessions
Add some extra sunshine to your summer with an sunflower session photographed inside our studio! Each session includes: ~Session time on our ...
- 10:15 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3131 NW 13th Street Suite 33, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $39 session fee
- Website: step317.com
- Category: Other
Sun Country Dance Theatre Open Auditions
Sun Country Dance Theatre (SCDT), founded in August 2008, will hold OPEN AUDITIONS for their 14th Season (2021-2022) on SUNDAY, ...
- 12:15 pm - 5:45 pm
- Location: Sun Country Dance Theatre at Sun Country Sports – West location –
333 SW 140 Terrace, Jonesville, FL. - Cost: Audition fee is $25 per dancer, due at the time of registration.
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
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 ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 4923 NW 27th Court, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free, register online
- Website: www.tonewoodfamilymusic.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Gamesville Tabletop Board Game Day
Open Tables for Board Game Players. 20 person max
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Gamesville Tabletop, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Disney Music Party at Defy Gainesville
Come join us and get some energy out while listening to your favorite Disney songs :)
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Defy Gainesville: 6250 NW 23rd St., Gainesville, FL 32653
- Website: defy.com
- Category: Family Fun
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 ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 4923 NW 27th Court, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free, register online
- Website: www.tonewoodfamilymusic.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
MP Health Mommy and Me Class
Who needs a barbell when you have a baby? Butler Plaza Mommy and Me class. Workout mats provided. Tuesday: 10am on ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.ptwithmisha.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Storytime on the Green
Join us for outdoor stories and songs with library staff at Story Time on the Green four days a week ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Various locations around Gainesville - see description for details
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Gators Dockside Kids Night
A different kids craft offered every week, plus kid-friendly movies are displayed on the TVs.
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Gators Dockside: 3842 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal
- Website: gatorsdockside.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
