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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.


Harn Museum Art Cart - Thursday, September 19th 3-5pm

Harn Museum Art Cart - Thursday, September 19th 3-5pm

Participate in an art experience! The Art Cart offers art activities, tactile opportunities, games and more for visitors of all ages inspired by objects on view and in our collection. Click to learn more.
High Springs BMX Saturday Nights | Gates open at 6:30pm. Registration and practice until 7:30pm

High Springs BMX Saturday Nights | Gates open at 6:30pm. Registration and practice until 7:30pm

Racing under the lights! Summer Racing Fun on select nights. Race 6 in the series to earn a limited edition High Springs BMX hoodie just in time for fall! $8 to race - including ribbon award. ($10 on Aug 10th). SPECTATORS ARE FREE. Must be a USABMX member to race. Never tried BMX - use our FREE one-day membership! Click to learn more.
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Open to ALL Alachua County families with homeschooled and virtual schooled children. Join Fun 4 Gator Kids each week as we plan activities designed for kids learning at home. We will go on field trips, join homeschool programs around town, and plan special workshops and presentations just for our group. MUST RSVP for each program as spaces are limited. Click to learn more.
Alachua County Library Storytime with the Gators | Sept 17th, OCt 1st and 15th, and Nov 5th

Alachua County Library Storytime with the Gators | Sept 17th, OCt 1st and 15th, and Nov 5th

Bring your child to enjoy one-on-one reading time with members of the University of Florida sports teams. Meet some of the Gators from across sports disciplines to read and do a craft together. Click to learn more.
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Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.

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Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.

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Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.

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Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category

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Sporting events and home games for local sports teams

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One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families. 

Holiday Events

Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.

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Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.

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Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.

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5:00 pm Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show
5:00 pm Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show
11:00 am Gainesville Opportunity Center Fall Festival and Open House
9:00 am Gatorball Baseball Academy College Camp
 
 
 
7:00 pm Fathom presents Godzilla 2000
6:30 pm Pinspiration Crafts and Drafts – Mini Pumpkin DIY
3:00 pm Cone Park Fall Festival
9:00 am Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment Living History Weekend
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Gainesville Improv Guild Benefit Show for World Children Resources
5:00 pm Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show
9:00 am Kickin' It Martial Arts Tournament Benefiting Stop Children's Cancer, Inc.
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Florida Gators Men's Basketball Orange and Blue Scrimmage
6:30 pm Family Movie Night - A Thornebrook First Fridays Event
10:00 am Alachua County Farm Bureau Food and Agriculture Festival
 
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Fiesta Latina at St Patrick Interparish School
11:00 am Trinity MCC Fall Festival
 
 
 
 
 
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7:00 am Sunrise Hike on La Chua Trail
6:00 am Draw Your Migration Story Workshop: Persepolis
6:00 am Migration in Film: Persepolis
8:00 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Feathered Friends Table
UF Women's Basketball vs Bethune-Cookman University
Florida Gators Cross Country- NCAA South Regional
9:00 am Joy's Annual Arts & Crafts Show Veterans Pinning Ceremony
9:00 am Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment Living History Weekend
 
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time on the Green
10:30 am Tiny Village Play Cafe Story & Craft Time
9:00 am Run with the Cops at Santa Fe College
7:00 am Gilchrist County Woman's Club Veteran’s Day Breakfast
9:00 am Holiday Marketplace at First UMC
10:00 am Meet The Gators at CVS!
 
4:00 pm Alachua County Library Teen 3D Print Club Christmas Ornaments
2:00 pm Build it Day at The Repurpose Project
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Skate Station Funworks
8:00 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Great Birding Trail Day
9:00 am High Springs Craft Show and Upscale Yard Sale
11:00 am Bhaktivedanta Academy Fall Festival Fundraiser
 
6:30 pm Santa Fe College Student Piano Recital
2:30 pm UF Baseball Fall Practice
4:00 pm UF Baseball Orange and Blue World Series
10:00 am Gilchrist County presents Veterans Day Parade – City of Trenton
9:00 am GROW HUB November Pop-Up Event
11:00 am Archaeology of UF Campus with History Bike Gainesville and the Florida Florida Museum of Natural History
 
 
3:30 pm Alachua County Library Puppet Story Time - High Springs Branch
4:00 pm Alachua County Library Teen 3D Print Club Christmas Ornaments
12:00 pm Scrapternoon at The Repurpose Project
9:00 am GROW HUB Fall Pop-Up Shop
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10:00 am UF Baseball Orange and Blue World Series
UF Women's Basketball vs Stetson University
9:00 am Pelvic Floor 101 Class at Tiny Village
6:00 pm UF Softball vs. College of Central Florida (Fall Exhibition Game)
9:00 am Caring and Sharing Learning School Ribbon Cutting
UF Women's Basketball vs Florida State University
8:00 am Bikers on Parade - Honoring Veterans and First Responders
10:00 am Time Machine Tour at Ichetucknee Springs State Park
 
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time on the Green
 
10:15 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Brave Harvest
2:00 pm Tie Dye at The Repurpose Project
8:30 am Thanksgiving Market at Alachua County Farmers' Market
11:00 am Life Unplastic Puzzle and Board Game Swap
 
 
 
3:00 pm Harn Museum Art Cart
3:00 pm Allie Allure Boutique Holiday Party
9:00 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Pokemon at the Park
11:30 am Holiday Marketplace at First UMC
 
 
 
4:00 pm GNV Market Floribbean Festival
3:30 pm Newberry Parks & Recreation Game Room Grand Opening
9:00 am Celebration UMC Gently Used Clothing Sale
12:00 pm Junk Jam Instrument Making at The Repurpose Project
 
 
 
6:00 pm Alachua County Public Schools High School Magnet Showcase
5:30 pm Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Winter Wonderland
9:00 am Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. Bundle of Joy: Diaper Distribution Program
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10:00 am Florida Tiny House Festival
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Sweetwater Wetlands Park
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time on the Green
11:00 am Bragging Rights Amusements Half Off Wednesday
7:30 am Thanksgiving Day, 5K parkrun
9:00 am Elite Baseball Black Friday Camp
8:00 am CluedUpp Games: Beauty and the Beast Experience
11:00 am Thanksgiving In The Park
12:00 pm Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Holiday Sessions
11:30 am Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. Bundle of Joy: Diaper Distribution Program
12:00 pm Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Holiday Sessions
8:30 am Turkey Trot Trail 5k & 10k
10:00 am Revolution Before Evolution Festival and East Gainesville Community Parade
9:00 am Step 317 Photography Holiday Sessions
11:00 am Life Unplastic Puzzle and Board Game Swap
5:00 pm RADDSports Cheer Holiday Turkey Tumble Clinic
12:00 pm Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Holiday Sessions
2:00 pm Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch- Fabric Pumpkins Craft- Fall Table Decoration
9:00 am Outdoor Thanksgiving S.W.E.A.T.
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Thanksgiving Tours
10:00 am Morningside Nature Center's Cane Boil and Fiddle Fest
11:00 am Hammer & Stain: Stuff A Squishy with Santa
 
2:00 pm Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Rock N Roll Sushi
 
11:00 am Trinity Episcopal Church Melrose: Thanksgiving in the Park
10:00 am Aimee's Acres Holiday Event
10:00 am Aimee's Acres Holiday Event
12:00 pm Skate Station Funworks Hunger Games Skate Party
 
3:00 pm Family Game Night at The Repurpose Project
 
1:00 pm High Springs Lions Club Thanksgiving Feast
11:00 am High Springs Brewing Company Hops and Shop on Black Friday
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Thanksgiving Tours
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10:00 am Aimee's Acres Holiday Event
5:00 pm Fun Fall Fest at Señor Bubbles
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time on the Green
8:30 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Tiny Village Play Cafe
2:30 pm Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Read with a Dog
 
 
10:00 am University of Florida Cheerleading Fall Stunt Clinic
 
3:00 pm Rock Painting at The Repurpose Project
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Celebrate the Season Tree Decorating
3:00 pm United Country Real Estate Smith & Associates Pictures with Santa
 
 
11:00 am Mayhem Ranch Winter Festival
 
5:00 pm PEAK Literacy Family Fun Fest
6:00 pm Ignite Life Center Festival of Trees
4:00 pm GNV Market Holiday Markets
 
 
11:00 am Life Unplastic Puzzle and Board Game Swap
 
5:00 pm City of Alachua Education Task Force Public Workshop
6:00 pm Fat Tuscan Cafe: Pasta Making: Gnocchi & Sauce
5:00 pm Gainesville Woman's Club Festival of Trees Holiday Open House
 
 
1:30 pm Alachua County Library Chess Club - Millhopper Branch
 
6:00 pm High Springs Lions Club Here Comes Santa Claus
6:00 pm High Springs Lions Club Here Comes Santa Claus
5:30 pm University of Florida: Lighting of the Holiday Gator
 
 
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01Nov

Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show

The 69th Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 27, 2023, and run through Sunday, ...

  • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds 438 SW State RD 247, Lake City, FL 32025
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fathom presents Godzilla 2000

Get ready to crumble! The king of all monsters is back and bigger than ever! The action heats up when ...

02Nov

Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show

The 69th Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 27, 2023, and run through Sunday, ...

  • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds 438 SW State RD 247, Lake City, FL 32025
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pinspiration Crafts and Drafts – Mini Pumpkin DIY

Join us Thursday, November 2nd for a fun family-friendly craft! Create your own mini pumpkins, perfect for a fall centerpiece, shelf ...

Gainesville Improv Guild Benefit Show for World Children Resources

Come out for a night of family-friendly interactive comedy to raise funds for World Children Resources to aid the people ...

Florida Gators Men's Basketball Orange and Blue Scrimmage

Orange and Blue Scrimmage

03Nov

Gainesville Opportunity Center Fall Festival and Open House

Who’s planning our Fall Festival open house? We all are. Members and staff walked our property today to discuss where ...

Cone Park Fall Festival

Come join us for an afternoon of fall festivities! There will be food, crafts, and performances to enjoy with the ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Cone Park Branch 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show

The 69th Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 27, 2023, and run through Sunday, ...

  • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds 438 SW State RD 247, Lake City, FL 32025
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Movie Night - A Thornebrook First Fridays Event

Enjoy Disney's Encanto in the outdoor plaza of Thornebrook! Bring your own chairs and blankets to enjoy this family-friendly, free, ...

Fiesta Latina at St Patrick Interparish School

Come and join us on November 3rd for our 5th Fiesta Latina. You will enjoy food sampling from more than ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: St. Patrick Interparish School 550 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: No admission fee, donations welcome!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
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04Nov

Gatorball Baseball Academy College Camp

This event is an opportunity for the top high school baseball players in North Central Florida and beyond to showcase ...

Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment Living History Weekend

Experience a step back in time to a bygone day at the 39th Annual Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Reenactment ...

Kickin' It Martial Arts Tournament Benefiting Stop Children's Cancer, Inc.

9th Annual Kickin' It Martial Arts Tournament Benefiting Stop Children's Cancer, Inc. Saturday, November 4, 2023 Children and youth, 16 and under, ...

Alachua County Farm Bureau Food and Agriculture Festival

Do you know what agricultural commodities are grown right here in the state of Florida? Come join us and several ...

Trinity MCC Fall Festival

Join us for a day of wholesome fun and community spirit at our second annual fall Festival! This vibrant and ...

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05Nov

Sunrise Hike on La Chua Trail

We know how much you love ranger-led adventure so prepare yourselves for the Sunrise Hike on La Chua Trail! This ...

Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment Living History Weekend

Experience a step back in time to a bygone day at the 39th Annual Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Reenactment ...

Meet The Gators at CVS!

Head over to the CVS on Sunday morning to meet 40+ UF student-athletes including: Graham Mertz, Trevor Etienne, Trinity Thomas, ...

Bhaktivedanta Academy Fall Festival Fundraiser

Bhaktivedanta Academy Fall Festival Fundraiser Please join us for a family-friendly fun fall day on Sunday, November 5 11 am-2 pm. Activities: Magic ...

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Bhaktivedanta Academy, 17414 NW 112th Blvd, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: At the Door Admission: $10 adults | $5 Youth (4-18) | Under 3 free. Pre-register & Save (see description for details)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Archaeology of UF Campus with History Bike Gainesville and the Florida Florida Museum of Natural History

Take a ride through history! Experience the University of Florida from a completely different perspective on this FREE tour exploring ...

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06Nov

Draw Your Migration Story Workshop: Persepolis

The Center for Arts, Migration and Entrepreneurship is teaming up with The Sequential Artists Workshop (SAW) to lead a drawing ...

07Nov

Migration in Film: Persepolis

Join the Center for Arts, Migration, and Entrepreneurship for our next showing in our Migration in Film series Persepolis (2007) is ...

Alachua County Library Story Time on the Green

Children can listen to nature-themed stories in an outdoor social setting, weather permitting. This program takes place at Lois Forte ...

Alachua County Library Teen 3D Print Club Christmas Ornaments

This week we will be using Tinkercad to create Christmas ornaments. Join us in using Tinkercad to learn the basics of ...

Santa Fe College Student Piano Recital

Come hear the progress of SF Piano students performing selections of classical and contemporary piano compositions, under the direction of ...

08Nov

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Feathered Friends Table

Stop by to learn about the feathered friends that we love so much! Not all feathers are the same, not ...

  • 8:00 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational

Tiny Village Play Cafe Story & Craft Time

Join us for a fun storytime about the very first scarecrow and make a cute scarecrow to take home! Included ...

  • 10:30 am
  • Location: Tiny Village Play Cafe 9124 SW 51st Rd B-102, Gainesville FL, 32608
  • Cost: Play sessions start at $12 (6 months and up)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Build it Day at The Repurpose Project

Our last Lego build-it day was so much fun! So we are hosting it again! Stop by after work or ...

  • 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: The Repurpose Project 1920 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Free, Donations are appreciated!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UF Baseball Fall Practice

The Florida baseball team closes out its fall practice season with the Orange & Blue Series at Condron Family Ballpark ...

Alachua County Library Puppet Story Time - High Springs Branch

Join us for an interactive puppet storytime. Stories, songs, and more will all be done using puppets. This program is designed ...

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09Nov

UF Women's Basketball vs Bethune-Cookman University

Come out and support your Gators Women's Basketball team as they take on Bethune-Cookman University!

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Exactech Arena at UF Stephen C. O'Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Run with the Cops at Santa Fe College

Are you ready for a morning of fun and fitness? Run with the Cops returns Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 9 ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Skate Station Funworks

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at the Tiny Tots program at Skate Station! This program is for 6 years ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission is $10 per child. Pre-registration required!
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UF Baseball Orange and Blue World Series

Florida's fall season will conclude with the Orange & Blue World Series.

Alachua County Library Teen 3D Print Club Christmas Ornaments

This week we will be using Tinkercad to create Christmas ornaments. Join us in using Tinkercad to learn the basics of ...

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10Nov

Florida Gators Cross Country- NCAA South Regional

Nov 10 (Fri) TBA vs NCAA South Regional

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Mark Bostick Golf Course 2800 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: More details released soon
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Gilchrist County Woman's Club Veteran’s Day Breakfast

In honor of those who have served our country, The Gilchrist County Woman's Club is hosting a Veteran’s Day Breakfast All ...

  • 7:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: 2107 S Bronson Memorial Hwy, Co Rd 339, Trenton, FL 32693
  • Cost: Veterans and active members of The Armed Forces and a Guest are invited to a free breakfast. General public is also invited and asked to make a donation.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Great Birding Trail Day

Sweetwater Wetlands Park has been selected as a new location for FWC's Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail! Join us ...

  • 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: The event is free with the park admission fee ($5/vehicle)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational

Gilchrist County presents Veterans Day Parade – City of Trenton

Gilchrist County presents Veterans Day Parade – City of Trenton Parade begins at US Hwy 129 and 307A

Scrapternoon at The Repurpose Project

Come craft, collage, and scrapbook with us! Scrapternoons are a chance to build community and do something fun with your ...

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11Nov

Joy's Annual Arts & Crafts Show Veterans Pinning Ceremony

Joy’s Annual Arts & Crafts Show is BACK, and this year, we’re not just knitting scarves and molding pottery; we ...

Holiday Marketplace at First UMC

Join us for the 2023 holiday shopping event of the year on Friday, November 10, Saturday, November 11, and Sunday, ...

High Springs Craft Show and Upscale Yard Sale

A yard sale just before Christmas. Christmas items and more. Coffee, hot chocolate, and Danish pastry will be served. More information ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Behind the Chamber Office at the High Springs Farmer’s Market Pavilion 23517 NW 185th Rd, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

GROW HUB November Pop-Up Event

Our November Pop-up shop is just around the corner! Bring your friends and family out for this free event to ...

GROW HUB Fall Pop-Up Shop

Join GROW HUB on the second Saturday of October and November for their Pop-Up Shop series! The event is free, ...

  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: GROW HUB Nursery, 2900 NE 8th Avenue, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.grow-hub.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
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12Nov

UF Baseball Orange and Blue World Series

Florida's fall season will conclude with the Orange & Blue World Series.

Time Machine Tour at Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Take a fascinating journey by van to the site of the 17th-century Mission de San Martin de Timucua in the ...

Life Unplastic Puzzle and Board Game Swap

Puzzle + Board Game Swaps are back (yay!). Join us every Sunday for our puzzle and board game swap - where ...

Holiday Marketplace at First UMC

Join us for the 2023 holiday shopping event of the year on Friday, November 10, Saturday, November 11, and Sunday, ...

Junk Jam Instrument Making at The Repurpose Project

Do you like music? Do you want to build your own instrument? Join us at our monthly Art Soup! where ...

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13Nov

UF Women's Basketball vs Stetson University

Come out and support your Gators Women's Basketball team as they take on Stetson University!

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Exactech Arena at UF Stephen C. O'Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
14Nov

Pelvic Floor 101 Class at Tiny Village

Kris Krishingner, PT, DPT, PPCES Pelvic Floor 101 Class at Tiny Village Check out Tiny Village Play Cafe with your kids ...

Alachua County Library Story Time on the Green

Children can listen to nature-themed stories in an outdoor social setting, weather permitting. This program takes place at Lois Forte ...

15Nov

UF Softball vs. College of Central Florida (Fall Exhibition Game)

Fall Exhibition Game vs College of Central Florida

16Nov

Caring and Sharing Learning School Ribbon Cutting

Join us in celebrating Caring & Sharing Learning School's new additions! Caring & Sharing Learning School's vision is to provide the ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Brave Harvest

CANCELLED due to the weather! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Brave Harvest. This is a fun and interactive ...

Harn Museum Art Cart

Participate in an art experience! The Art Cart offers art activities, tactile opportunities, games and more for visitors of all ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

GNV Market Floribbean Festival

Explore the cultural and culinary linkages between Florida and the Caribbean. This festival will be held at Heartwood Soundstage with ...

Alachua County Public Schools High School Magnet Showcase

Attention 8th Graders. Learn about all 18 magnet programs! Visit program representatives any time between 6 pm and 8 pm. ...

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17Nov

UF Women's Basketball vs Florida State University

Come out and support your Gators Women's Basketball team as they take on Florida State University!

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Exactech Arena at UF Stephen C. O'Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Tie Dye at The Repurpose Project

Looking for something fun to do with your kids? Something low-cost to do with your friends? Cute gifts for the ...

Allie Allure Boutique Holiday Party

Save the Date for a festive event at Allie Allure Boutique! Explore the Holiday Collections with a warm cup of hot ...

Newberry Parks & Recreation Game Room Grand Opening

Come join us for the grand opening of our new game room!

Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Winter Wonderland

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Family Day in Winter Wonderland. Twinkle Nights Holiday Lights is bringing a most ...

  • 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Fun 4 Gator Kids special discount, general admission is $12 per person, (ages 3 and under are FREE)
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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18Nov

Bikers on Parade - Honoring Veterans and First Responders

Bikers on Parade is North Central Florida's largest motorcycle charity ride. Bikers on Parade is a motorcycling fundraiser to raise ...

  • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Begins at Santa Fe College 3000 Northwest 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free to watch parade - $25-$40 to ride in
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Thanksgiving Market at Alachua County Farmers' Market

Gobble gobble, Alachua County! Our biggest weekly market of the year is often the market before Thanksgiving. Keep an eye ...

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Pokemon at the Park

Gotta catch 'em all! Come out for Pokemon at the Park and earn points for teams Valor, Mystic, and Instinct! ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Event is free with park admission- $5 for vehicles, $2 for pedestrians.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Celebration UMC Gently Used Clothing Sale

Celebration UMC will be having it's first Gently Used Clothing Sale on Saturday, November 18th from 9am - Noon in ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Celebration United Methodist Church 9501 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. Bundle of Joy: Diaper Distribution Program

The Bundle of Joy: Diaper Distribution Program is a heartwarming endeavor that offers a helping hand to families in need, ...

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19Nov

Florida Tiny House Festival

Back for its 8th consecutive year, the largest tiny house event on record in the World returns to Florida! ...

Thanksgiving In The Park

You are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving with our town! This worship service and a free meal is our gift to ...

Life Unplastic Puzzle and Board Game Swap

Puzzle + Board Game Swaps are back (yay!). Join us every Sunday for our puzzle and board game swap - where ...

Hammer & Stain: Stuff A Squishy with Santa

Join us Sunday, November 19th at 11 am where your child will stuff their very own Squishy and Paint a ...

Skate Station Funworks Hunger Games Skate Party

Archery contests, tracker jacker tag, design a capitol costume. May the odds be ever in your favor!

  • 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Skate Station Funworks, 1311 Northwest 76th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $13.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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20Nov

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. We will get a special guided tour! Planning to see ...

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Holiday Sessions

Thanksgiving Holiday Matinees!

RADDSports Cheer Holiday Turkey Tumble Clinic

Ages 6 to 18 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Levels 1 & 2) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Levels 3 to 5)

  • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Alachua County Sports & Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: $45 for both days OR $25 per day
  • Website: alachua-sports.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
21Nov

Alachua County Library Story Time on the Green

Children can listen to nature-themed stories in an outdoor social setting, weather permitting. This program takes place at Lois Forte ...

Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. Bundle of Joy: Diaper Distribution Program

The Bundle of Joy: Diaper Distribution Program is a heartwarming endeavor that offers a helping hand to families in need, ...

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Holiday Sessions

Thanksgiving Holiday Matinees!

Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Rock N Roll Sushi

Come rock and roll out your own sushi at Rock N Roll Sushi of Gainesville. Moms and Dads order your ...

Family Game Night at The Repurpose Project

Want to try a new game? Build a puzzle with friends? Need a space for D&D or Magic session? We ...

  • 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: The Repurpose Project 1920 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Free, Donations are appreciated
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
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22Nov

Bragging Rights Amusements Half Off Wednesday

Half-Off all-day unlimited game play on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 ONLY from 11 am-10 pm!

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 113 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: Arcade entry only $12.50 plus tax
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Holiday Sessions

Thanksgiving Holiday Matinees!

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch- Fabric Pumpkins Craft- Fall Table Decoration

All supplies will be provided to create fall-themed item to decorate your table. Registration is not required.

23Nov

Thanksgiving Day, 5K parkrun

Join us at the East Overlook at Depot Park for a FREE 5K on Thanksgiving morning! Please register online and ...

Turkey Trot Trail 5k & 10k

We are back with our annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day! On July 9th, an electrical fire broke out at ...

Outdoor Thanksgiving S.W.E.A.T.

Come join me Thanksgiving THURSDAY at 9 am at Hampstead Park (by the playground) for a FREE outdoor Thanksgiving S.W.E.A.T ...

Trinity Episcopal Church Melrose: Thanksgiving in the Park

Thanksgiving in the Park will be held on Thanksgiving Day, November 23

High Springs Lions Club Thanksgiving Feast

Let's Give Thanks Together. You have been invited to Join us at The High Springs Lions Club for a Thanksgiving ...

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24Nov

Elite Baseball Black Friday Camp

Drop off the kids and head into town! Elite Baseball is hosting its very first Black Friday Baseball Camp and ...

Revolution Before Evolution Festival and East Gainesville Community Parade

Join us in celebrating creativity, community, and culture in Gainesville’s largest-district, presented by Swarthy East GNV and the East Gainesville ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Thanksgiving Tours

Join us this Thanksgiving! November 24 & 25 at 10 am Witness over 100 wild and rare animals, hear every animal’s ...

Aimee's Acres Holiday Event

Kick off the holiday season with us on Black Friday! Santa & Mrs. Claus are coming to Aimee's Acres! What ...

High Springs Brewing Company Hops and Shop on Black Friday

It's that time of year again! Time for our annual Black Friday Hops & Shop event. Support local business, get ...

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25Nov

CluedUpp Games: Beauty and the Beast Experience

Get ready for a twisted take on a classic tale, as this brand new Beauty and the Beast experience hits ...

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: (exact starting location will be emailed to you 2 weeks prior to your event), Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $80/team ticket
  • Website: www.cluedupp.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Step 317 Photography Holiday Sessions

The Holidays are quickly approaching! We have a variety of backgrounds available to brighten your holiday season! All sessions include ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Location: 3131 NW 13th Street, Suite 33, Gainesville, FL, 32609
  • Cost: varies by session
  • Website: step317.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Other

Morningside Nature Center's Cane Boil and Fiddle Fest

Come on down to the Morningside Nature Center Living History Farm for our 2023 Cane Boil and Fiddle Fest celebration! ...

Aimee's Acres Holiday Event

Kick off the holiday season with us on Black Friday! Santa & Mrs. Claus are coming to Aimee's Acres! What ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Thanksgiving Tours

Join us this Thanksgiving! November 24 & 25 at 10 am Witness over 100 wild and rare animals, hear every animal’s ...

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26Nov

Aimee's Acres Holiday Event

Kick off the holiday season with us on Black Friday! Santa & Mrs. Claus are coming to Aimee's Acres! What ...

University of Florida Cheerleading Fall Stunt Clinic

Join The Florida Gators Cheerleaders at our annual Fall Stunt Clinic! Our Fall Stunt Clinic offers athletes ages 14 & up ...

Mayhem Ranch Winter Festival

Santa and his Reindeer will be at Mayhem Ranch starting November 25 through December 23, 2023! Our Winter Festival will ...

Life Unplastic Puzzle and Board Game Swap

Puzzle + Board Game Swaps are back (yay!). Join us every Sunday for our puzzle and board game swap - where ...

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.

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27Nov

Fun Fall Fest at Señor Bubbles

Food, music, games and many more! Where else can you do your laundry, have food, dance and get bubbly deals ...

28Nov

Alachua County Library Story Time on the Green

Children can listen to nature-themed stories in an outdoor social setting, weather permitting. This program takes place at Lois Forte ...

Rock Painting at The Repurpose Project

Come paint rocks with us! Or other things, we have lots of things here! Chill event, bring snacks if you ...

  • 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: The Repurpose Project 1920 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Free, Donations are appreciated
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

PEAK Literacy Family Fun Fest

In a small town that believes in the power of education, a unique event is about to unfold, all for ...

City of Alachua Education Task Force Public Workshop

Parents, teachers, administrators, students…all are welcome!

High Springs Lions Club Here Comes Santa Claus

First Sighting of Santa in High Springs, will be on November 28th and 29th 6-9 p.m. (Tuesday and Wednesday) When Santa ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: High Springs Lions Club: 26900 W US Highway 27, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: Free, Donations are Welcome
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free
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29Nov

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Tiny Village Play Cafe

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Tiny Village Play Cafe! This unique establishment offers an array of engaging toys, ...

  • 8:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: 9124 SW 51st Rd B-102, Gainesville FL, 32608
  • Cost: Admission is $12 per child.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Celebrate the Season Tree Decorating

Enjoy holiday music as we use the ornaments you created yesterday (and more) to decorate the library tree and prepare ...

Ignite Life Center Festival of Trees

Get ready to spread holiday cheer at the Festival of Trees 2023! Mark your calendars for November 29th, 30th, and ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Ignite Life Center 404 Northwest 14th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for kids aged 3-12, and it includes a FREE raffle ticket for your chance to win amazing prizes!
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Fat Tuscan Cafe: Pasta Making: Gnocchi & Sauce

Hands-On Class – Vegetarian Friendly – Kid Friendly – Gluten Free Friendly Enjoy an evening learning to form and make fresh ...

High Springs Lions Club Here Comes Santa Claus

First Sighting of Santa in High Springs, will be on November 28th and 29th 6-9 p.m. (Tuesday and Wednesday) When Santa ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: High Springs Lions Club: 26900 W US Highway 27, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: Free, Donations are Welcome
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free
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30Nov

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Read with a Dog

Join us at the Tower Road Branch and read your favorite book to one of our fuzzy volunteers! IMPORTANT - This ...

United Country Real Estate Smith & Associates Pictures with Santa

Pictures with Santa and special appearance by the Grinch and Cindy Lou-Who! Please bring a new unwrapped toy for Toys ...

GNV Market Holiday Markets

Join the GNV Market and South Main Station as we head into the holidays. We have added extra artists, fun ...

Gainesville Woman's Club Festival of Trees Holiday Open House

There are a few tickets left for this festive event on November 30 to kick off the holidays, help send ...

  • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Woman's Club: 2809 West University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: $40 in advance | $45 at the door
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

University of Florida: Lighting of the Holiday Gator

Come celebrate the end of the semester with seasonal treats, performances, and more at the lighting of the Holiday Gator!

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