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December

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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 ...

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

Ocala Downtown Market: Winter Wonderland Kids Fun Fest

Come out and join us for another amazing Kids Fun Fest at the Ocala Downtown Market! This is a Winter ...

  • 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Ocala Downtown Market 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Garden Club Holiday Market & Sunday with Santa

Join the Gainesville Garden Club for some seasonal shopping at our Holiday Market! Join us at our festive event where you ...

  • 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Garden Club, 1350 NW 75th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ggcfl.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Studio TM Ceramics December Holiday Family Parties

Looking for things to do this Holiday Season for you and the family? We’ve got just the thing! Our Holiday ...

  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 1854 NE 2nd St, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $75 per 2 (1 adult, 1 child) Each additional child is $30.
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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

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

University of Florida: Lighting of the Holiday Gator

Join the Gator Marching Band, the UF Sunshine Steelers, and the UF Concert Choir for the annual Lighting of the ...

  • 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Location: University Auditorium 333 Newell Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Yellow Acres Boutique: Christmas Open House With Santa

Santa is coming to Newberry! Come shop our new rustic charm boutique for women & children! We will have amazing ...

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 ...

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

Christmas on Bridge Street White Springs

Annual Christmas on Bridge Street. Christmas Parade 6 pm Food, Crafts, Vendors, Live Christmas Music, Kids Zone and Santa!

  • 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Suwannee Hardware & Feed 10572 Bridge Street, White Springs, FL 32096
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

City of Alachua Christmas on Main Street and Tree Lighting

Take a stroll down Main Street in Alachua on Friday, December 6, as we kick off the Christmas season with ...

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

Town of Bell Christmas Festival and Parade

Event Details: 8 am-9 am-Booth Check in/set up; all vendors must be setup with their vehicles out of the festival area ...

Jingle Bell Jog 5k and Holiday Social

Oh What Fun! Join us this holiday season for a family-friendly 5k jog around Haile Plantation! It'll be followed by ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 3846 SW 98th Terrace, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: FREE for Florida Track Club Members and $20 for non-members.
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Breakfast with Santa at Dave and Buster's

Santa Claus is coming to Dave & Buster’s! Score a ho-ho-whole morning of family fun with exclusive early access to ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: Dave and Buster's 3023 SW 45th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Santa Ticket (Breakfast & Play) $32.88 | Elf Ticket (Breakfast Only) $26.57
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bass Pro Shops Yuletide Breakfast with Santa

Join us on November 16th, 23rd and December 7th at 9 AM for a special free breakfast for families with ...

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 ...

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

CityLight's Christmas Celebration benefiting Alachua County Toys for Tots

We love partnering with Alachua County USMCR Toys For Tots and their goal to bring hope to children every Christmas. ...

  • 10:15 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: CityLight Church 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: citylightgnv.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Amber Brooke Farms Winter Festival

Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...

  • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $14.95 per person Ages 3 and Up | Ages 2 and Under Free
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Oddities Market with Santa

Gainesville Oddities Market is all ages, with free admission, Free Photos With Santa and free parking! We will have over ...

  • 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • 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

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

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

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

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

Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County Christmas Pajama Party

Exclusive Christmas Pajama Party for ELCAC Book Club Members! We’re thrilled to host an exclusive event for our ELCAC Book ...

  • 11:30 am
  • Location: Cone Park Library, 2801 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: Free but registration is required! Registration closes Monday, December 9th
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Solstice Slowdown

Come get cozy and chill as we celebrate the Winter Solstice. This relaxing Equinox party is the perfect way to ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Solstice Slowdown

Come get cozy and chill as we celebrate the Winter Solstice. This relaxing Equinox party is the perfect way to ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

Bryer Patch: Christmas at The Patch

We are so excited to announce our first annual Christmas at The Patch season! Come spread Christmas cheer with us! Enjoy ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Age 13 & up- $10 per person | Age 3-12- $8 per person | 2 & under free | Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Train Guys and Santa Claus

What would the 1896 railroad workers think? Toy trains running on the very grounds they used to build the oldest ...

  • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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 ...

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

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Ranger Led Hikes

Join our rangers on a 45 minute -1 hour ranger walking tour through the wetlands to learn all about the ...

  • 8:30 am - 9:30 am
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: The walk is free with the cost of park admission ($5.00 per vehicle)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Candy Cane Lane Winter Festival at The Alachua County Farmers' Market

Come join us at Alachua County Farmers Market for our Big Winter Festival, and take a walk down “Candy Cane ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Alachua County Farmers' Market 5920 NW 13th St. Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Youth United Chili Lunch and Basket Raffle

Join us at the annual chili lunch fundraiser to help support United Church of Gainesville youth's summer Work Tour Sunday, ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:45 pm
  • Location: United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville FL 32603
  • Cost: $7 for adults (16 & older), $5 for children ages 3-15, Free for ages 2 & under
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Amber Brooke Farms Winter Festival

Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...

  • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $14.95 per person Ages 3 and Up | Ages 2 and Under Free
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

All About Elephants presents Elephant Appreciation Christmas Fundraiser

All About Elephants presents Elephant Appreciation Christmas Fundraiser at Two Tails Ranch Food, special guests, educational animal talks, and animal interactions ...

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

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

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

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

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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

Texas Roadhouse: Santa and the Grinch Event

Bring the family to Texas Roadhouse Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. for a holly jolly meet-and-greet with Santa and ...

  • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Texas Roadhouse 3984 SW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue: Health Over the Holidays

Join us for the last Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue for 2024! We will have all sorts of tips for ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Newberry United Methodist Church Family Game Night

Join us this Wednesday for Family Game Night! It is open to people of all ages! We hope to see ...

Bronson First Baptist Church: Christmas on Court Street

Come and join us for a fun filled Christmas experience! 6 pm-7:15 pm Train rides, cookie decorating, chili, hot chocolate, homemade apple ...

Church at Triple Cross presents Birth of the Christ Child

Kings & Camels it’s a family affair. An outdoor event, bring a lawn chair. Concession stand available.

  • 7:00 pm
  • Location: Church At Triple Cross Ranch (NW Marion County), 20736 NW 100 Avenue Road, Shiloh, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Micanopy Academy Movie Night & Parent Workshop

Join us for an evening of fun, connection, and inspiration! This free event is open to everyone—a perfect opportunity for ...

  • 5:30 pm
  • Location: Micanopy Academy, 708 NW Okeehumkee St, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas in the Quarry at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens

Join us for Christmas in the Quarry, where the gardens transform into a dazzling winter wonderland for seven nights in ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens, 4990 NE 180th Ave., Williston, Florida
  • Cost: Adults: $10 | Kids Age 6-13: $5 | Kids Age 5 & Under: Free | Members: Free
  • Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem

Free Family Event December 9th thru December 23 every night from 7 pm-9 pm for 15 Nights. Take a stroll ...

  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Grace to Overcome Inc., Christmas Magic

Grace to Overcome invites youth ages 4 to 12 to an unforgettable holiday celebration! Enjoy delicious treats, festive beverages like homemade ...

  • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 530 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Bryer Patch: Christmas at The Patch

We are so excited to announce our first annual Christmas at The Patch season! Come spread Christmas cheer with us! Enjoy ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Age 13 & up- $10 per person | Age 3-12- $8 per person | 2 & under free | Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Train Guys and Santa Claus

What would the 1896 railroad workers think? Toy trains running on the very grounds they used to build the oldest ...

  • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mayhem Ranch Breakfast with Santa

Experience the magic of the season at our Breakfast with Santa & his Reindeer! Join us for a cozy morning, ...

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

Ravine Gardens State Park Christmas Ranger Read Along

Christmas stories and Poems, Elf on a Shelf, A Christmas Tree Cake, handmade cookies, hot chocolate, and caroling at the ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: Free with park Admission, $5 per vehicle
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Families United Network, LLC & TeShaJConsulting Present Santa Coming 2 G’ville Holiday Block Party Toy Drive

Come For Free Community Event! Live Music provided by Deejayteeroc, Live Performances Macknificent Ent. Present “You Think it’s A Game” for ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Baxter Place 1704 SE 2nd Ave Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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 ...

PunkOuter Games Pokemon Play & Trade

Join us new players and casual players for some easy to dive into Pokemon game play. All ages welcome!

  • 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Location: PunkOuter Games 13 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Concerned Citizens of Newberry Toy Giveaway

Come join us at Lois Forte Park for some Christmas fun, music, and give away toys to the kids in ...

  • 3:30 pm
  • Location: Lois Forte Park 25842 NW 3rd Avenue, Newberry, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.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

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

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

Bryer Patch: Christmas at The Patch

We are so excited to announce our first annual Christmas at The Patch season! Come spread Christmas cheer with us! Enjoy ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Age 13 & up- $10 per person | Age 3-12- $8 per person | 2 & under free | Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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. ...

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

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

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2024 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 13th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

A History of Kwanzaa at A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center

Join us for a history of Kwanzaa with local historian and storytellers Kali Blount and Turbado Marabou. Dance to the ...

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

Dudley Farm Historic State Park Tour

Join a Park Ranger or volunteer on an hour tour and learn about some of Florida’s history. Farming, cattle, day-to-day ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Admission $5/per vehicle
  • Website: www.friendsofdudleyfarm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Flying Pig Parade

Gainesville’s greatest event, the Flying Pig Parade, is stepping out. Once again it will celebrate all that is wild and ...

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

PunkOuter Games Pokemon Play & Trade

Join us new players and casual players for some easy to dive into Pokemon game play. All ages welcome!

  • 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Location: PunkOuter Games 13 NW 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

PunkOuter Games Kids D&D Adventure League

Join us for magical adventures in Kids D&D Adventure League. Each week our DM will run an adventure gear towards ...

  • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Entry is $15 per child for a single guest session or $50 per month league membership
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Downtown Chanukah Festival Grand Family Celebration

Featuring: The Circus Dog Show by Menestrelli Entertainment Awardees & prize-winners of international circus festivals Live Klezmer Band Music Children’s Crafts Hot Latkes, Sufganiyot Menorah Kits, ...

  • 4:00 pm
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: free, donations appreciated
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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

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

Sparks in the Park at Depot Park

Sparks in the Park is back, come out and celebrate New Year's Eve in Depot Park. All festivities are free, ...

  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spark Wonder New Year's Celebration at the Cade Museum

Reflect, celebrate, and anticipate the New Year with the Cade Museum. Watch Depot Park’s dazzling fireworks show from the comfort of ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Adults (18 and up): $40 | Youth (5-17): $30 | Youth (0-4): Free
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Calvary Chapel Family New Years Bonfire

Gather around the fire with us on Tuesday, December 31st. We will enjoy smore’s and sweet fellowship as we say ...