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.
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...
Bring your child to enjoy one-on-one reading time with members of the University of Florida sports teams. Meet some of ...
Hawthorne’s activity central every Tuesday after school 3 and 4 pm: Impossible to be late! Join us for arts/crafts, board & ...
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...
Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun. Story Time is a ...
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2 – 5 and their ...
PLAYGROUP IS FULL Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at High Springs Library Branch. This Homeschool Creators ...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
We need your help! A nuisance plant known as water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) is on the rise within Ichetucknee Springs ...
It’s like a normal test and tune – on steroids! Check out our bolstered test and tune date featuring a ...
The first Saturday in October join us as we celebrate the peanut industry and harvest. Over 100 vendors featuring arts, ...
Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...
Youth triathlon right here in Gainesville! Event is open to those 4-12 years old. No previous triathlon experience required! Participants ...
Step 317 Photography Mini Sessions Birthday Sessions Portrait Days Fall Harvest Costume Mini Superhero Session Holiday Sessions Pajama Mini Tree Farm Stand Santa's Workshop Santa Experience
Come to the 2024 Masters World Championship Highland Games (October 5-6, 2024) where over 200 athletes from 9 countries will ...
Dance Alive and The Next Generation present The BEST EVER Great Halloween Costume Sale. September 28 & 29th and October ...
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER! Rescheduled for 10/28. Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a day of fun at Hollow Oaks ...
The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...
This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...
Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
Come jam out and dance with your little one!
Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
CLOSED DUE TO WEATHER Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the ...
Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
CLOSED DUE TO WEATHER Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission ...
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
CLOSED DUE TO WEATHER Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts ...
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
Free Services for children under 18, by appointment only. Fillings and extractions, dental cleanings, fluoride and sealants, dental exams and ...
The Childbirth and Newborn Education Class is intended to prepare expectant parents for labor, birth, the post-partum period, and caring ...
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...
All the Fall Feels! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Mayhem Ranch. Activities Included: U-Pick Pumpkin Patch (Pumpkins cut ...
Join a ranger on a 30-45 minutes walk into the wetlands while you enjoy the sunrise and learn about the ...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...
Import Face-Off (IFO) originated in 2001 and is the largest, continually running national Import show and race series in the ...
This is the Gainesville community’s chance to get out and support the Boys & Girls Club and to make use ...
Bounce house, face painting, 50/50 raffle, auction, chicken & pork dinners, live music and more! Live music from 1 pm-8 pm
We meet the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Whole Foods parking lot look for the BMWCCA tent to ...
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Join us for a fun-filled day at our Fall Festival! With admission, you can explore our maze, visit our pumpkin ...
Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Adopt a ...
Everybody loves homeschool days! -October 14, 2024 OR November 6, 2024 -9:30 AM to 2 PM -Purchase tickets at the gate, cash ...
SIGN UP IS FULL Get your Halloween costume ready! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Charter Senior Living for ...
The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...
This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...
Age(s) 9-14 (open to any and all participants that meet age requirement) Coaches Stephen Barton and Austin Langworthy
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...
Bring your child to enjoy one-on-one reading time with members of the University of Florida sports teams. Meet some of ...
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
Come explore Cuscowilla’s Black Swamp and learn all about the critters that call Cuscowilla home! Students hike our swamp wetlands ...
Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
Calling all Homeschool families! Come join us for our "Fall on the Farm" Homeschool Day at the Patch! Included with admission ...
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at The Bryer Patch in Newberry. Students receive 1 free mini ...
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
The Gator Gallop Fun Run is a 2.2 mile run where students and the Gainesville community join together to race ...
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...
When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. New this fall, there will be shorter, ...
Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Oktoberfest Specialty ...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
We need your help! A nuisance plant known as water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) is on the rise within Ichetucknee Springs ...
Save the date for Fall in the Stalls at Alachua County Farmers' Market! Local goods, music, food and fun!
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...
Each October, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens holds an Open House & Fall Plant Sale, in conjunction with the Gainesville Orchid Society, ...
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Get ready for a frighteningly good time at the Spooktacular Fun Run by Fit2Run X On. Join us for a ...
Join us for a fun-filled day at our Fall Festival! With admission, you can explore our maze, visit our pumpkin ...
Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Oktoberfest Specialty ...
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Grace Haven Homestead. Meet and interact with friendly farm animals ...
When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. New this fall, there will be shorter, ...
Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, October 21st through Sunday, October ...
School's Out Skate!
The Florida Gators baseball team is set for its third week of fall practice beginning on Monday, October 21, highlighted ...
Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...
Come jam out and dance with your little one!
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...
Get ready, burger enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, October 21st through Sunday, October ...
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...
Bring your homeschoolers to enjoy a day at the Fall Festival at the farm! Homeschoolers will choose a mini pumpkin ...
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission includes roller skating, soft ...
Join us (and over two million readers and thousands of classrooms, libraries and communities) to celebrate early literacy by reading ...
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
Join the Gainesville Fine Arts Association in celebrating our next local art exhibition: NOSTALGIA. Opening reception during Artwalk: FRIDAY October ...
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
Join us for a spooktacular free 5K! Let’s try to break last year’s record shenanigans with everyone decked out for ...
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
Park at the Prairie Creek Lodge. This trip will be group led. We will split into two groups. Group one ...
The Flatwoods 5K is touted by many local runners as Gainesville’s most beautiful, memorable 5K venue, run just after sunrise ...
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
Micanopy is the town that time forgot. This quiet little town bustles with activity as the vendors pour into town ...
Bugs & Hisses to you, stop by for a "spell" and some candy. Celebrating our 8th annual Haunted House. Sponsored ...
Come Join us at our most popular event of the year- Fall Festival! This weekend you can expect: Weekend Theme: Touch a ...
Come trick-or-treat with the businesses at 4th Ave Food Park for our annual Halloween-themed Kids Day. There will be balloon ...
Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...
A UFPA Arts Engagement Event with Clayton Stephenson Clayton Stephenson is not just a remarkable virtuoso, but also a poet and ...
Largest Book Sale of its kind in Florida - More than 500,000 books, records, games, CDs, DVDs, audio, paintings, posters, ...
The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...
This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
Happy Fall! We are gearing up for another memorable session this month. With impending possible rain this week we will ...
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...
Largest Book Sale of its kind in Florida - More than 500,000 books, records, games, CDs, DVDs, audio, paintings, posters, ...
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...
Are you interested in applying to P.K. Yonge? Admission sessions and tours are available for prospective middle and high school ...
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...
Bring your little ghouls and goblins for trick-or-treating at CAMPUS USA Credit Union! For a complete list of all our ...
PLAYGROUP IS FULL! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at O2B Kids for some fun on Halloween. Costumes are encouraged! ...
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...