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.
Williston Horseman's Park Christmas Chaos Fun Show
Fun for kids without horses and kids with horses!! Signs up at 10 a.m. - Show starts at 11 a.m.
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Williston Horseman's Park 1610 SW 8th Terrace, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Free admission for spectators
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Sporting Events
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Gainesville: Creative Cooks Messy Playdate
Join us for a Messy Playdate where creativity meets chaos (in the best way possible)! This time, we’re diving into ...
- 10:00 am - 1:45 pm
- Location: 4225 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
UF Craft Festival
The Craft Festival is an annual event that showcases crafts that are authentically made by talented artisans and crafters. The ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Stephen C. O’Connell Center 250 Gale Lemerand Drive Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $6 at the door, $5 with coupon, Children 13 & under FREE, Military with ID FREE | UF Students: $4 at the door
- Website: www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events, Other
Alachua County Library Baby Time - Tower Road Branch
Please come sing, move, and learn with your little ones. This program is aimed at children under one year old, ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Branch (Meeting Room) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities: Visual Supports Make and Take
Join us to learn how to make visuals for your home, school, or community environment. You will walk away with visuals ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: UF Center for Autism and Related Disabilities 4101 NW 89th Boulevard Room 1901, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: card.ufl.edu
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Tours/Informational, Special Needs, Free
Weecycle Of Gainesville Sip and Shop Event
Gather your favorite shopping buddy and treat yourselves to a night out! Enjoy: -Store-wide sales on your favorite items -Music to set the ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: 1405 NW 23rd Ave Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other
PunkOuter Games Board Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...
- 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Naturals Baseball Program Free Open Workouts
Free open workouts for the winter. Regardless of what organization you play for. Come and get some work in. Drills, ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Proball Academy 24815 NW 16th Ave, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
UF Women's Basketball vs Hofstra University
Come out and support your Gators Women's Basketball team as they take on Hofstra University!
- 7:00 pm
- 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
Bouncers Homeschool Play Date
Calling all homeschool friends! Join us this Tuesday for a homeschool play date from 9-12 with a discounted admission of ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Bouncers 3401 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $10 for home school friends!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Smart Start at Zion Christmas
Christmas Sing-A-Long Music and Movement Classes Tuesday, December 3 at 10 am Tuesday, December 10 at 10 am Christmas Party Saturday, December 14 ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Suggested donation: $5 per family
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Florida Museum of Natural History
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup. We are heading to Florida Museum of Natural History on Tuesday, ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Admission is free. Parking is $4 per vehicle.
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Perler Bead Studio - Newberry Branch
Design art with Perler beads, either using a template or your imagination. At this program, participants will design small works of ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
The Saving Smiles Program is a collaboration between UF Health, the UF College of Dentistry, the Rotary Club of Gainesville ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: T.B. McPherson Center 1717 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: dental.ufl.edu
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, Free
Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 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: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
P.K. Yonge Tours
Are you interested in applying to P.K. Yonge? Admission sessions and tours are available for prospective middle and high school ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School 1080 SW 11th Street, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Free
- Website: pkyonge.ufl.edu
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Stories and music for children and their caregivers, plus you'll learn a sign or ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
The Saving Smiles Program is a collaboration between UF Health, the UF College of Dentistry, the Rotary Club of Gainesville ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: T.B. McPherson Center 1717 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: dental.ufl.edu
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: B is for Baby! for new and expecting parents and caregivers
Join us for a deluxe version of our regularly scheduled Baby Time program! In addition, we will have community organizations ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Toys Tour
Join the largest Toys Collection Charity/Event on the water! Toys Tour is a nonprofit company 501(3)C helping children who are ...
- 7:00 am
- Location: Riverfront Park, Palatka Florida
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
The Saving Smiles Program is a collaboration between UF Health, the UF College of Dentistry, the Rotary Club of Gainesville ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: T.B. McPherson Center 1717 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: dental.ufl.edu
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays for Homeschoolers - Ornament Decorating & Holiday Games
Friendship Friday for Homeschoolers - Ornament Decorating & Holiday Games. Friendship Friday Activities are free, but we ask that you ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Gainesville Baptist Church, 3570 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free and Open to the Public
- Website: www.gainesvillebaptistchurch.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Free
Harn Museum Tot Time
Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2 – 5 and their ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Chiefland Christmas Festival and Parade
Join us in Chiefland for the Rudolph Run, Christmas Festival, and Parade! More details to come! 5K Rudolph Run 7:00 am ...
- 7:00 am
- Location: Chiefland Trailhead 121 Trailhead Park 209 SW 1st Ave. Chiefland, FL 32626S Main St, Chiefland, FL 32626
- Cost: free, donations for parking
- Website: www.chieflandchamber.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Toys Tour
Join the largest Toys Collection Charity/Event on the water! Toys Tour is a nonprofit company 501(3)C helping children who are ...
- 7:00 am
- Location: Riverfront Park, Palatka Florida
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park Holiday Jingle Bell parkrun, FREE 5K
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a Jingle Bell parkrun at Depot Park! Whether you're a seasoned ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park (East Overlook) 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Bikers on Parade - Honoring Veterans and First Responders
Bikers on Parade is a motorcycling fundraiser to raise awareness for Veterans & First Responders in need. This is a fundraiser ...
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Miller's Ale House 2881 Bass Pro Shops Boulevard Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free to watch parade - $25-$40 to ride in
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Other, Free
Toys Tour
Join the largest Toys Collection Charity/Event on the water! Toys Tour is a nonprofit company 501(3)C helping children who are ...
- 7:00 am
- Location: Riverfront Park, Palatka Florida
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Local Provisions Brunch with Santa
Join us at Local Provisions for Brunch with Santa! Join us Sunday, December 8th from 9 AM-2:30 PM for a ...
- 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Location: Local Provisions: 13005 SW 1st Rd, Suite 129, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $19.95 for kids 12 & under, $34.95 for adults
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Museum for Me Sensory-Friendly Event at the Florida Museum
Join 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
Festival at Fort King
Step into the 1800s at the Festival at Fort King! This two-day event will feature historic themed crafts, games, workshops, ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark and Visitor Center 3925 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34470
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Lake Area Bible Church presents Castaway Christmas: A Christmas Musical
Join us for a fun Christmas Island adventure as we discover the true meaning of Christmas! Performance times: Saturday, December ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 7085 CR-214, Melrose, FL 32666-8941
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
PunkOuter Games Board Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...
- 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Sandy's Place Santa and Mrs. Claus Visit
Bring the kids in to meet Santa & Mrs. Claus! They will be in from 6-8 pm tonight! We also ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 5001 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Naturals Baseball Program Free Open Workouts
Free open workouts for the winter. Regardless of what organization you play for. Come and get some work in. Drills, ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Proball Academy 24815 NW 16th Ave, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans
Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, on Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: Fee: $5
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Smart Start at Zion Christmas
Christmas Sing-A-Long Music and Movement Classes Tuesday, December 3 at 10 am Tuesday, December 10 at 10 am Christmas Party Saturday, December 14 ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Suggested donation: $5 per family
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Jeremiah's Italian Ice of Hunter's Crossing First Day Open!
Grab your squad and join in on the sweet fun for our FIRST DAY OPEN at our new store in ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: 5200 NW 43rd Street Ste 508, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Baby Time - Tower Road Branch
Please come sing, move, and learn with your little ones. This program is aimed at children under one year old, ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Branch (Meeting Room) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Headquarters Library
Join us in Youth Services where you can read your favorite story to a furry friend. Dodi, a miniature Dachshund therapy ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (Youth Services Area) 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 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: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Cookie Decorating at The Windsor of Gainesville
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup for some holiday fun at The Windsor of Gainesville. We will decorate cookies, listen ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Windsor of Gainesville 3605 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Stories and music for children and their caregivers, plus you'll learn a sign or ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Letters to Santa
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots Skate
Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission includes roller skating, soft ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10 regular admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Goat Story Time
Goats at the library! Come to hear a story about goats and then interact with real dairy farm goats. Whiteacre's Dairy ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Newberry Branch Library Green Space 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Baby Time - High Springs Branch
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 - 9:45 am
- Location: 4923 NW 27th Court, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free, register online
- Website: www.tonewoodfamilymusic.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Tonewood Family Music Babies Demo
Every child's development benefits from early exposure to music and movement. Families with children under 9 months old can take ...
- 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: 4923 NW 27th Court, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free, register online
- Website: www.tonewoodfamilymusic.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - J is for Jingle Bells
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Santa At Stay & Play
Come meet Santa at this Friday's Stay & Play! We will begin at 11 am and finish at 11:30 am ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terr, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: $13.50/member, $16.75 non-members
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Ray's Reindeer Rumble- 3v3 Soccer Tournament
3v3's are great events, with fast-paced small-sided action where all of the players get a ton of touches on the ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Soccer Park 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.gainesvillesoccer.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Mr and Mrs Claus Visit Deep Creek Game Farm
We will have a face painter, and Mr & Mrs. Clause will be handing out cookies and will be available ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: 412 CR-315 S, Interlachen, FL 32148
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Merry Melrose Christmas Parade
Holiday cheering and fun for everyone! Please come join us for our merry Melrose Christmas parade. A Story Book Christmas! 8 am-9 ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: SR 26, from Center Street to SR 21, Melrose, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: melrosefl.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Gainesville Dunkin® and The Grinch Event
To spread holiday cheer, the Gainesville Dunkin’® at 3710 NW 13th Street is hosting a special event this Saturday, December ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 3710 NW 13th St, Gainesville, FL, 32609
- Cost: Free Admission
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Florida Gators Softball All Skills Camp
The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following camps for fall and winter of 2024 at the ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Sporting Events
UF Softball Winter Camps
The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following Fall and Winter Camps for 2024 at the home ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Newborn Care Class
This class covers all things newborn! Including feeding, bathing, diapering, health, comforting, and safety. It provides hands on demonstration and ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: HCA Florida North Florida Hospital 6400 West Newberry Rd, Ste 107, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.hcafloridahealthcare.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Holiday Kid's Day at 4th Ave Food Park
Bring the family for a fun-filled holiday kids' day from 10 AM-2 PM! We'll have snow, balloon animals, face painting, ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 4th Avenue Food Park: 409 SW 4th Avenue, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
PunkOuter Games Board Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...
- 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball vs. North Florida Prep
Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball team!
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Gymnasium 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.santafesaints.com
- Category: Sporting Events
BJ’s Brewhouse’s Family Christmas Dinner Night
Join Us for BJ’s Brewhouse’s FIRST-EVER Family Christmas Dinner Night! Make this holiday season unforgettable with a night full of ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 6611 W Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $18.95 Adult, $14.95 Child. Pre-Purchase tickets only at restaurant!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Florida Gators Gymnastics Hype Night
Meet the latest edition of the Gators Gymnastics team at Hype Night! Gators Autographs: Stay after to get your 2025 ...
- 6:30 pm
- Location: Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Sporting Events
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot- FREE Day!
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Matheson History Museum
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Matheson History Museum. We will do some fun activities including ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
First Presbyterian Church Advent Organ Concert
The American Guild of Organists Gainesville Chapter presents Music of the Season at First Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, December 17, ...
- 12:15 pm
- Location: 106 SW 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Bass Pro Shops Storytime with Santa
Join us every Tuesday from November 5th through December 17th at 5 pm for a fun holiday book reading with ...
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Free
RADD Sunshine Showcase and US Pentathlon Challenge
RADD Sunshine Showcase and US Pentathlon Challenge
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports & Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $15 Single Day Ticket
- Website: alachua-sports.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Alachua Audubon Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 8:30 am - 11:30 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: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - I is for Igloo
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Stories and music for children and their caregivers, plus you'll learn a sign or ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Holiday Playgroup at Charter Senior Living
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Charter Senior Living in Gainesville. We will sing Christmas carols and make crafts ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1001 SW 92nd Blvd Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch
Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Mi Apa Latin Cafe Secret Santa Deal
Secret Santa Alert! This Friday, December 20th, we’ve got a holiday surprise just for YOU! Wear your ugliest sweater, visit ...
- 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library Homeschool MakerSpace - Millhopper Branch
Join us for a fun morning of making and crafting! Supplies provided, ages 6-11.
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Bah Humbug to dashing through the snow in Florida, join the ghosts ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $20-$50
- Website: thehipp.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Santa at Hitchcock's Markets
Sleigh, what?! Santa Claus is coming to Hitchcock's? Come in and get your picture taken with the big guy on ...
- 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Local Hitchcock's (see description for details)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Sunrise Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Join a ranger on a 30-45 minutes walk into the wetlands while you enjoy the sunrise and learn about the ...
- 7:20 am - 8:00 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: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Mayhem Ranch Breakfast with Santa
Experience the magic of the season at our Breakfast with Santa & his Reindeer! Join us for a cozy morning, ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: $30 (2 and under are free)
- Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration
Bowling Saturday mornings 9:30 am-12 pm 2 Divisions Bantams: Ages 6-12 | Weekly Fee $8 Youth Classic: Ages 13-20 | Weekly Fee $10 Membership ...
- 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: Weekly Fee: $8 Bantams, Youth Classic $10
- Website: bowlsplitz.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Gainesville Circus Center Toddler Time
Saturday morning Toddler Time for ages 2-4 from 9:30 am-11 am. Stretch, strengthen and move your body in a semi-structured ...
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Circus Center 1925 Northwest 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Sliding scale fee $5 - $20 pays for child and 1 adult visitor
- Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead
Come visit the 1856 Historic Haile Homestead and enjoy our Vintage Holidays decorations on our guided tours! Come see the ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person, under 12 free!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
SonLife Church of Christ Christmas Party
Please join us and invite friends this Sunday, December 22nd from 10-11 am for our first ever Church Christmas worship ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Mayhem Ranch Winter Festival
Santa and his Reindeer will be at Mayhem Ranch starting December 14-22, 2024! Our Winter Festival will be open on ...
- 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: $15.00 Per Person, 2 & under FREE!
- Website: mayhemranchfl.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Art Of You(th) and Best Deals Auto: Christmas Toy Drive
The Art Of You(th) and Best Deals Auto invite you to our Christmas Toy Drive on December 22nd! We ask ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 3432 N Main St, Gainesville, Florida 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Flip Factory Zone
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Flip Factory. Bumper cars, rock climbing walls, 4 story jungle gym, 45 arcade ...
- 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: Flip Factory Zone 7400 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Swamp Axe: Axe-Mas
Holiday Axe-citement at Swamp Axe! Looking for something fun to do before the Christmas festivities? Come to Swamp Axe on ...
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 213 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Bah Humbug to dashing through the snow in Florida, join the ghosts ...
- 1:00 pm
- Location: 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $20-$50
- Website: thehipp.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Read With A Horse
Come read a story with a special guest from Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses! We'll also have a fun horse-themed ...
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Branch Courtyard: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights- Silent Night
The 2024 Festival of Lights will begin on December 6 and end December 24. December 6 through the 23 will be ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free.
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Community Menorah Lighting at Congregation B'nai Israel
Join us as we light a giant menorah outside of B’nai Israel in celebration of the first night of Hanukkah. ...
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: B'nai Israel Lawn 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.bnaigainesville.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Holiday Tree Planting at Boulware Springs
Happy Holidays from Gainesville Greenway Challenge! Join us December 26th, next Thursday, in our restoration efforts at Boulware Springs Nature ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Boulware Springs Trail 3300 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots Skate
Tiny Tots Skate held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of Each month Ages 6 and Under Only Admission includes roller skating, soft ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10 regular admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour
Come enjoy a White Christmas with us and see Lotis- the Baby White Lioness! The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $45 | Ages 3-11 are $15 | Under 2 FREE
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Junior Elite Ballers Technical Skills Soccer Training
I’m excited to announce our Junior Elite Ballers Technical Skills Training starting this week Friday, October 25th 2024 and will ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Forest Park 4501 SW 20th Ave Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $45 Per Player/Session
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Sporting Events
Winter Wonderland at The North Central Florida YMCA
Experience Winter Wonderland: A Magical Holiday Spectacle in Gainesville, FL. Ignite Your Holiday Spirit with over 100,000 Dazzling Lights at ...
- 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Early Bird Pricing until November 1st, General Admission is only $12! (Standard ticket price $15)
- Website: winterwonderlandfl.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
GNV Arts: Gainesville Gotta Drum
Learn Afro-Brazilian rhythms and play samba-reggae! Fridays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for ages middle school through adults.
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: Fee: $10
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sunrise Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Join a ranger on a 30-45 minutes walk into the wetlands while you enjoy the sunrise and learn about the ...
- 7:20 am - 8:00 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: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration
Bowling Saturday mornings 9:30 am-12 pm 2 Divisions Bantams: Ages 6-12 | Weekly Fee $8 Youth Classic: Ages 13-20 | Weekly Fee $10 Membership ...
- 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: Weekly Fee: $8 Bantams, Youth Classic $10
- Website: bowlsplitz.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Gainesville Circus Center Toddler Time
Saturday morning Toddler Time for ages 2-4 from 9:30 am-11 am. Stretch, strengthen and move your body in a semi-structured ...
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Circus Center 1925 Northwest 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Sliding scale fee $5 - $20 pays for child and 1 adult visitor
- Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour
Come enjoy a White Christmas with us and see Lotis- the Baby White Lioness! The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $45 | Ages 3-11 are $15 | Under 2 FREE
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Tours/Informational
Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead
Come visit the 1856 Historic Haile Homestead and enjoy our Vintage Holidays decorations on our guided tours! Come see the ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person, under 12 free!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Florida Gators Men's Basketball vs. Stetson
Come support the Gators Men's Basketball team as they take on Stetson!
- 1:00 pm
- Location: Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Alachua County Library: Marvelous Makers Craft Club at Alachua Branch
Have a crafting hobby that you enjoy? Come hang out with us while you work on a project! If you enjoy ...
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 (closed 5 pm on Christmas Eve and all day Christmas)
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
PunkOuter Games Board Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night. Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending ...
- 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans
Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, on Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: Fee: $5
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
NYE Tree Planting at Boulware Springs
Just in time for the New Year, from Gainesville Greenway Challenge! Join us December 31, next Tuesday, in our restoration ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Boulware Springs Trail 3300 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Race into 2025 New Years Playgroup
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup and RACE into 2025! We're counting down til noon in the park. On December ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Kanapaha Veterans Memorial Park 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Carson Springs Wildlife New Year Walk or Ride Tour
The New Year Walk or Ride Tour is great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. It’s ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $45 | Ages 2-11 are $15 | Under 2 FREE
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library: Sensory Adventures at Alachua Branch
Join us as we learn through play! Each month we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch
Due to a power outage at the location, the Headquarters Library will be closed on December 31. Join us for a ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
