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The Fun 4 Gator Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Gainesville area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event

PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.


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

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

Bring your child to enjoy one-on-one reading time with members of the University of Florida sports teams. Meet some of the Gators from across sports disciplines to read and do a craft together. Click to learn more.
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Open to ALL Alachua County families with homeschooled and virtual schooled children. Join Fun 4 Gator Kids each week as we plan activities designed for kids learning at home. We will go on field trips, join homeschool programs around town, and plan special workshops and presentations just for our group. MUST RSVP for each program as spaces are limited. Click to learn more.
Early Learning at the Harn Community Day | Saturday, November 9th 1-4pm

Early Learning at the Harn Community Day | Saturday, November 9th 1-4pm

Join us at the Harn Museum of Art for a family fun day! Experience interactive tours in the galleries, participate in an art activity, enjoy a free lunch and receive a free art kit to continue creating art at home. This free event is open to the public. No registration is required. Click to learn more.
F4GK Playgroup

F4GK Playgroup

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids as we explore family fun destinations around Gainesville! New playgroups EVERY week! Click to learn more.
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Family Fun

Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.

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Events and programs for kids with special needs

Races/Walks/Runs

Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.

Tours/Informational

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

Shows, Movies & Concerts

Family friendly shows and concerts

 

Library Programs

Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

Auditions/Tryouts

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

Other

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

Sporting Events

Sporting events and home games for local sports teams

Classes/Workshops/Clinics

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

Holiday Events

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

Pageants/Competitions

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

Ongoing Programs

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

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9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
9:00 am Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal
5th Avenue Arts Festival
5th Avenue Arts Festival
 
 
 
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:00 am Bartram Days at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
 
 
 
1:40 pm Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Fire Station #1
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
7:30 am Depot Park May the 4th parkrun, Star Wars Edition
 
 
 
5:00 pm Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
8:00 am Run with Purpose 5K
 
 
 
5:30 pm Gainesville Soccer Alliance (GSA) Competitive Team Tryouts
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
10:00 am Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays for Homeschoolers - Water Day
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5th Avenue Arts Festival
11:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
9:00 am Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal
8:00 am Easton Foundations Gator Cup
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
9:30 am Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Spring Festival
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help
3:30 pm Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons: Fairy Tale Heroes Group A
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Tea for Mommy and Me
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:00 am UF Health Childbirth and Newborn Education Class
8:00 am UF IFAS Family Fishing Days & Mother’s Day
10:00 am The Curlings Group, Real Broker LLC Blooms and Berries Bash
4:30 pm Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!
5:00 pm Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
8:00 am Mega Test and Tune at Gainesville Raceway
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
5:30 pm Gainesville Soccer Alliance (GSA) Competitive Team Tryouts
5:00 pm Gators Dockside Kids Night
11:00 am Fat Tuscan Cafe Jam Making Class – Quick Jams & Biscuits
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
10:00 am Homeschoolers Field Day
8:00 am Easton Foundations Gator Cup
11:00 am Denmark Acres Spring Festival
6:00 pm Alumni Hall: Florida Baseball Meet and Greet
5:00 pm Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts
1:40 pm Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch
10:00 am Community event: Donuts and Drawing at Good News Arts (Every 2nd Friday)
8:30 am Hawgs & Dawgs Youth Football Camp
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8:00 am Easton Foundations Gator Cup
11:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours
10:30 am Star Center Youth Theatre & Caring and Sharing School and UF present Disney Pixar Finding Nemo Jr
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
9:00 am Gainesville Cars and Coffee
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help
11:00 am Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Homeschool Hour
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
8:00 am Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series
9:30 am Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Mother's Day Weekend
5:15 pm Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help
1:40 pm Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
12:00 pm NCAA Regional Softball Championship
8:00 am Children's Miracle Network Dash & Bash 5K
10:00 am Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC Mother’s Day Trail Ride
5:30 pm RADD Cheer Evaluation Clinics
3:30 pm Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Bring on the Beads
2:00 pm Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch STEAM Activity
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Newberry Branch
3:00 pm iDANCE Competition Team Auditions
8:30 am Gainesville Opportunity Center Bike Day
10:00 am All You Ever Wanted Mother’s Day Community Days
6:00 pm High Springs Brewing Company Monday Movie Night
5:00 pm Gators Dockside Kids Night
5:15 pm Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch
5:00 pm Gainesville Summer Fun Open House
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
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NCAA Regional Softball Championship
9:00 am Journey to Juneteenth: Flag Raising and City of Gainesville Kickoff
11:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Alachua Splash Park
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
9:00 am Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal
Palatka Blue Crab Festival
Palatka Blue Crab Festival
8:00 am Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series
11:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours
2:00 pm La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
7:30 am Depot Park parkrun
9:00 am Leslie Tharpe Designs Blacksmith Workshop - Adventure Knife
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help
1:40 pm Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:00 am Volunteer Opportunity for Memorial Day
10:00 am Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays
5:15 pm Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys
3:30 pm Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons: Fairy Tale Heroes Group B
2:00 pm Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Library Partnership Branch
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
10:30 am La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
10:00 am Brick Fan Expo - A LEGO Fan event Jacksonville
5:30 pm RADD Cheer Evaluation Clinics
5:00 pm Gators Dockside Kids Night
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Intro to Dungeons and Dragons-Part One
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch
12:00 pm Gators Softball vs Baylor - NCAA Super Regional
9:00 am UF Health Childbirth and Newborn Education Class
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Auditions for The Wizard of Oz: Youth Audition at High Springs Playhouse
Auditions for The Wizard of Oz: Youth Audition at High Springs Playhouse
5:00 pm Gators Dockside Kids Night
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
9:00 am Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal
9:30 am Okito America Afterschool Open House
 
Palatka Blue Crab Festival
10:00 am Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Day- Memorial Day
5:15 pm Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:30 am Sun Country Stay and Play
 
Gators Softball vs Baylor - NCAA Super Regional
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation Memorial Day Weekend Tours
5:30 pm RADD Cheer Tryouts
1:40 pm Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
 
10:00 am Sweet Corn Festival at Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm)
10:00 am Archer Memorial Day
 
3:00 pm Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
10:00 am Flip Factory Zone Friday Summer Jump Party
 
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
11:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours
 
5:15 pm Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch
12:00 pm J. Crew Factory Turns 1
 
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01May

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting

Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...

Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts

Junior Elite Soccer Academy is excited to announce its 2024/25 Competitive Soccer Tryouts on May 1-9 at Forest Park Gainesville ...

Gainesville Soccer Alliance (GSA) Competitive Team Tryouts

Registration is now OPEN! Every year, hundreds of the most promising youth soccer players in the area are chosen to ...

02May

Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal

We're back for another invasive plant volunteer day! Loblolly Woods Nature Park needs our help pulling Coral Ardisia. Volunteers of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Loblolly Woods Nature Park 3315 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Fire Station #1

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup for a tour of Fire Station #1. Get your camera ready! Lots of photos ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Fire Station #1 525 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: FREE playgroup, but space is limited. Please sign up to attend.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

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03May

5th Avenue Arts Festival

The Annual Fifth Avenue Arts Festival began in the summer of 1979 when group University of Florida students and community ...

Bartram Days at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Although the scenery may have changed dramatically in the nearly 250 years since his first visit to Florida, the path ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

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 ...

Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays for Homeschoolers - Water Day

Join us for our last Friendship Friday of this school year...Water Day! Snacks & Activities Provided. Friendship Friday Activities are ...

View All 14 Events For May 03
04May

5th Avenue Arts Festival

The Annual Fifth Avenue Arts Festival began in the summer of 1979 when group University of Florida students and community ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Depot Park May the 4th parkrun, Star Wars Edition

May the 4th Parkrun: Star Wars Edition! Calling all Jedi, Sith, Wookiees, and droids! Join us for a galactic gathering ...

Run with Purpose 5K

Sign up to participate in the Inaugural 5K Run for Traumatic Injury Awareness presented by ProjectOne45. This event is hosted by ...

City of Alachua Great American Cleanup

Join us on Saturday, May 4, 2024, starting at 8:30 a.m. for the City of Alachua's annual Great American Cleanup ...

  • 8:30 am
  • Location: City of Alachua City Hall 15100 NW 142 Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free
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05May

5th Avenue Arts Festival

The Annual Fifth Avenue Arts Festival began in the summer of 1979 when group University of Florida students and community ...

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Spring Festival

Join us for the ninth annual Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens Spring Festival on May 4th and 5th, 2024! Explore ...

  • 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $5 | Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Curlings Group, Real Broker LLC Blooms and Berries Bash

Attention all Moms, Past Clients, Family and Friends, we cordially invite you to our Blooms & Berries Bash, hosted at ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun, 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 ...

Denmark Acres Spring Festival

Spring festival at Denmark Acres! Petting Zoo, Sunflowers, Vendors, Games, Food Trucks, Music and More! Saturday, April 27 & Sunday, April ...

  • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Denmark Acres 823 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
  • Cost: $12.95 + Tax (Ages 13 and up), $10.95 + Tax (Ages 3-12), 2 And Under FREE
  • Website: denmarkacres.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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06May

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help

In-person tutoring and homework help. Drop in for homework help with our volunteer tutors. Elementary, Middle, and High school students welcome. ...

Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!

Do you ever just wish your kids would make their own dinner?! Your wish is our command! Give your kids ...

Gainesville Soccer Alliance (GSA) Competitive Team Tryouts

Registration is now OPEN! Every year, hundreds of the most promising youth soccer players in the area are chosen to ...

Alumni Hall: Florida Baseball Meet and Greet

Come meet your favorite Gator Baseball players at Alumni Hall THIS MONDAY, May 6th! We have Florida autograph posters, baseballs, ...

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: Alumni Hall 3730 SW Archer Rd, Ste 220, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: No purchase is required to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free
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07May

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help

In-person tutoring and homework help. Drop in for homework help with our volunteer tutors. Elementary, Middle, and High school students welcome. ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons: Fairy Tale Heroes Group A

Kids age 8-14 will learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons from an expert Dungeon Master and make new friends ...

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts

May 2, 7, 9, 2024 from 5 pm-7 pm | Girls Only May 4, 2024 from 10 am-12 pm Boys and ...

Gators Dockside Kids Night

Kids eat free per paying adult from 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm every Tuesday!

Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts

Junior Elite Soccer Academy is excited to announce its 2024/25 Competitive Soccer Tryouts on May 1-9 at Forest Park Gainesville ...

View All 8 Events For May 07
08May

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Tea for Mommy and Me

Tea for Mommy and Me! On Wednesday, May 8th from 10am-noon. Come celebrate Mother's day with Fun 4 Gator Kids ...

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 ...

Fat Tuscan Cafe Jam Making Class – Quick Jams & Biscuits

Hands-on Cooking Class – Kids Welcome – Vegetarian Friendly – Aprons are recommended In this morning class join us to learn ...

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Fat Tuscan Cafe: 725 NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $65 per person, includes printed recipes, supplies, ingredients, class instruction as well as tastings/samples in class and take-home baked items prepared in class.
  • Website: fattuscan.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting

Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...

View All 10 Events For May 08
09May

Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal

We're back for another invasive plant volunteer day! Sweetwater Wetlands Park needs our help pulling Coral Ardisia. Volunteers of all ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch

Join us at the Alachua Branch for Story Time! Story Time is back at the Alachua Branch every Thursday! Children and ...

View All 20 Events For May 09
10May

Easton Foundations Gator Cup

For those of you who don't know, Gator Cup is a 3-day National outdoor archery tournament. If you do not ...

UF Health Childbirth and Newborn Education Class

The Childbirth and Newborn Education Class is intended to prepare expectant parents for labor, birth, the post-partum period, and caring ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

Homeschoolers Field Day

Save The Date! Field Day is a perfect opportunity for students to be active, practice good sportsmanship, and have fun ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Kirby Farm: 19630 NE 30th Street, Williston, Florida 32696
  • Cost: More details released soon
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Community event: Donuts and Drawing at Good News Arts (Every 2nd Friday)

Join us at Good News Arts for a casual open drawing session for all community members and artists of all ...

View All 15 Events For May 10
11May

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

UF IFAS Family Fishing Days & Mother’s Day

FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...

Mega Test and Tune at Gainesville Raceway

It’s like a normal test and tune – on steroids! Check out our bolstered test and tune date featuring a ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $25 for participants | $15 for crew | $10 for spectators
  • Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Easton Foundations Gator Cup

For those of you who don't know, Gator Cup is a 3-day National outdoor archery tournament. If you do not ...

Hawgs & Dawgs Youth Football Camp

The Alachua Raiders are hosting a FREE youth football camp Saturday May 11th, 2024 featuring special guests Vladimir Richard and ...

View All 47 Events For May 11
12May

Easton Foundations Gator Cup

For those of you who don't know, Gator Cup is a 3-day National outdoor archery tournament. If you do not ...

Gainesville Cars and Coffee

We meet the 2nd Sunday of each month at the Whole Foods parking lot look for the BMWCCA tent to ...

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Mother's Day Weekend

Treat Mom to a delightful outing at Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens this weekend! Join us on Saturday for savory ...

  • 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $7 | Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC Mother’s Day Trail Ride

Mother's Day is Almost Here! Come Celebrate Mom with us! Rides departing at 10 am, Noon, 2 pm, 4 pm, ...

All You Ever Wanted Mother’s Day Community Days

Coming up on Mother’s Day take an afternoon with mom, come out & take pictures with mom. Mother’s Day weekend we ...

View All 21 Events For May 12
13May

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help

In-person tutoring and homework help. Drop in for homework help with our volunteer tutors. Elementary, Middle, and High school students welcome. ...

Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys

Are you looking for top soccer training and amazing opportunities right here in Gainesville? Come tryout with Inter Gainesville KF ...

RADD Cheer Evaluation Clinics

Whether you're a seasoned cheerleader or a beginner with a passion for enthusiasm and teamwork, these tryouts are for you! Get ...

High Springs Brewing Company Monday Movie Night

Join us on Monday Nights for Monday Movie Night happening weekly! Bring a comfy chair and be ready to enjoy ...

View All 6 Events For May 13
14May

Star Center Youth Theatre & Caring and Sharing School and UF present Disney Pixar Finding Nemo Jr

Gather your friends, family, loved ones, and Swim Together to the Curtis. M. Phillips Center on May 16th, 2024 for ...

  • 10:30 am
  • Location: Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611-2750
  • Cost: General Public $18 | Children (Ages 12-3) $12 | Infants (Ages 2 & Under) Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Homeschool Hour

Please join us for an activity or craft with our homeschool friends.

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help

In-person tutoring and homework help. Drop in for homework help with our volunteer tutors. Elementary, Middle, and High school students welcome. ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Bring on the Beads

On the second Tuesday of each month, children and teens ages 5-16 can make jewelry or another fun creation out ...

Gators Dockside Kids Night

Kids eat free per paying adult from 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm every Tuesday!

View All 10 Events For May 14
15May

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting

Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch STEAM Activity

Join us for an art activity. We will decoupage a small jar with napkins or tissue paper.

Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys

Are you looking for top soccer training and amazing opportunities right here in Gainesville? Come tryout with Inter Gainesville KF ...

View All 7 Events For May 15
16May

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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Newberry Branch

Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.

Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch

Join us at the Alachua Branch for Story Time! Story Time is back at the Alachua Branch every Thursday! Children and ...

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17May

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

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 ...

NCAA Regional Softball Championship

Your Florida Gators softball team has been selected to host an NCAA Regional May 17-19. Joining the Gators in the Gainesville ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Reserved Seating: $60 per seat | General Admission (Plaza/Berm): $30 per seat
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

iDANCE Competition Team Auditions

Audition Info New Parent Interest Meeting: May 9th Auditions Skills & Choreography Clinic: May 10th Auditions Round 1: May 17th - 19th Auditions ...

Gainesville Summer Fun Open House

Join us for an exciting Summer Fun Open House Tour of our Gainesville Christian Preparatory School campus. Tour our school ...

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18May

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2024 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

Children's Miracle Network Dash & Bash 5K

This inaugural event, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health, will be on ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Stadium North Lawn - 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: $35 | REgister by April 15th to save $5
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Gainesville Opportunity Center Bike Day

Bike Day 2024, is a fun event for the entire family promoting awareness and support for people living with chronic ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: $20-$25
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

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19May

NCAA Regional Softball Championship

Your Florida Gators softball team has been selected to host an NCAA Regional May 17-19. Joining the Gators in the Gainesville ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Reserved Seating: $60 per seat | General Admission (Plaza/Berm): $30 per seat
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2024 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

Leslie Tharpe Designs Blacksmith Workshop - Adventure Knife

Saturday 9 am-5 pm (with a lunch break) and Sunday 9 am-noon On day one we dive into the forging of ...

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park is open to the public on community days. In an effort to support the families ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: Admission is $18 per person, and children 3 years old and under get in for free.
  • Website: www.kulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Brick Fan Expo - A LEGO Fan event Jacksonville

Show Hours: Saturday, May 18, 2024 10 AM - 5 PM Sunday, May 19, 2024 10 AM - 4 PM This is a ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, 1000 Water St, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: $19.95-$24.95
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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20May

Journey to Juneteenth: Flag Raising and City of Gainesville Kickoff

The City of Gainesville embarks on our month-long Journey to Juneteenth celebration. Beginning from Florida Emancipation Day (May 20) through ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help

In-person tutoring and homework help. Drop in for homework help with our volunteer tutors. Elementary, Middle, and High school students welcome. ...

Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys

Are you looking for top soccer training and amazing opportunities right here in Gainesville? Come tryout with Inter Gainesville KF ...

RADD Cheer Evaluation Clinics

Whether you're a seasoned cheerleader or a beginner with a passion for enthusiasm and teamwork, these tryouts are for you! Get ...

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21May

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Alachua Splash Park

Grab your sunscreen and water toys! Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup is going to Alachua Splash Park. We will bring ...

  • 11:00 am
  • Location: Alachua Splash Park 14300 NW 146th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: Free, let us know if you can come!
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. | Fourth Friday at 10:30 a.m. Zoom

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help

In-person tutoring and homework help. Drop in for homework help with our volunteer tutors. Elementary, Middle, and High school students welcome. ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons: Fairy Tale Heroes Group B

Kids age 8-14 will learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons from an expert Dungeon Master and make new friends ...

Gators Dockside Kids Night

Kids eat free per paying adult from 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm every Tuesday!

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22May

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting

Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Library Partnership Branch

Join us in reading your favorite story to a furry friend. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, join us in practicing ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Intro to Dungeons and Dragons-Part One

Step into the fantastic world of the classic tabletop game, Dungeons & Dragons! Welcome to Dungeons and Dragons, the popular tabletop ...

View All 9 Events For May 22
23May

Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal

We're back for another invasive plant volunteer day! Bivens Arm Nature Park needs our help pulling Coral Ardisia. Volunteers of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Bivens Arm Nature Park 3650 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch

Join us at the Alachua Branch for Story Time! Story Time is back at the Alachua Branch every Thursday! Children and ...

View All 17 Events For May 23
24May

Palatka Blue Crab Festival

Get ready to throw your claws in the air Memorial Day weekend 2024 at the annual Palatka Blue Crab Festival! Happening ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

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 ...

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. | Fourth Friday at 10:30 a.m. Zoom

Gators Softball vs Baylor - NCAA Super Regional

Florida (49-12) will host its first Super Region since 2021, with Baylor (35-21) coming to Gainesville. The Bears won the if ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: All Sessions: $45 Reserved (Sec. 101-105), $35 Reserved (Sec. 106-107), $20 General Admission | Single-Game: $25 Reserved, $10 General Admission
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
View All 11 Events For May 24
25May

Palatka Blue Crab Festival

Get ready to throw your claws in the air Memorial Day weekend 2024 at the annual Palatka Blue Crab Festival! Happening ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Volunteer Opportunity for Memorial Day

Each volunteer, or team of volunteers, will be assigned a small section of the cemetery and provided with flags for ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Evergreen Cemetery 401 SE 21st Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: Free, call to register!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

UF Health Childbirth and Newborn Education Class

The Childbirth and Newborn Education Class is intended to prepare expectant parents for labor, birth, the post-partum period, and caring ...

View All 27 Events For May 25
26May

Auditions for The Wizard of Oz: Youth Audition at High Springs Playhouse

Auditions are right around the corner! Mark your calendar! The Wizard of Oz: Youth Audition Ages 8-18 By L. Frank Baum With Music and ...

Palatka Blue Crab Festival

Get ready to throw your claws in the air Memorial Day weekend 2024 at the annual Palatka Blue Crab Festival! Happening ...

Gators Softball vs Baylor - NCAA Super Regional

Florida (49-12) will host its first Super Region since 2021, with Baylor (35-21) coming to Gainesville. The Bears won the if ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: All Sessions: $45 Reserved (Sec. 101-105), $35 Reserved (Sec. 106-107), $20 General Admission | Single-Game: $25 Reserved, $10 General Admission
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Sweet Corn Festival at Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm)

Join us for a celebration of sweet corn during our all-new festival. Enjoy fresh corn from the cob, take part ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $15 Online | $18 at the gate | 2 and Under Free
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.ticketspice.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

View All 12 Events For May 26
27May

Auditions for The Wizard of Oz: Youth Audition at High Springs Playhouse

Auditions are right around the corner! Mark your calendar! The Wizard of Oz: Youth Audition Ages 8-18 By L. Frank Baum With Music and ...

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Day- Memorial Day

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park is open to the public on community days. In an effort to support the families ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: Admission is $18 per person, and children 3 years old and under get in for free.
  • Website: www.kulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation Memorial Day Weekend Tours

Outdoor Fun For All Ages, Ride or Walk Tours, See Cheetah Cubs and Baby Lemurs, Witness Big Cat Feedings, Over ...

Archer Memorial Day

20496.jpg 10AM The community is invited to meet at Laurel Hill Cemetery, to receive small American flags, to place on the grave ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

View All 12 Events For May 27
28May

Gators Dockside Kids Night

Kids eat free per paying adult from 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm every Tuesday!

Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys

Are you looking for top soccer training and amazing opportunities right here in Gainesville? Come tryout with Inter Gainesville KF ...

RADD Cheer Tryouts

Whether you're a seasoned cheerleader or a beginner with a passion for enthusiasm and teamwork, these tryouts are for you! Get ...

  • 5:30 pm
  • Location: 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: see description for for prices
  • Website: bondsports.co
  • Category: Auditions/Tryouts
29May

Sun Country Stay and Play

Stay and Play class is offered on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! About Stay and Play: Children can have a blast with open ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting

Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...

Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue

Join us for Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue throughout 2024! These are monthly, family-friendly events to connect with community partners, ...

Inter Gainesville KF (known as Leg-AZ World FC) Soccer Tryouts- Boys

Are you looking for top soccer training and amazing opportunities right here in Gainesville? Come tryout with Inter Gainesville KF ...

View All 8 Events For May 29
30May

Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal

We're back for another invasive plant volunteer day! Hogtown Creek Headwaters Park needs our help pulling Coral Ardisia and Tuberous ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park, 1500 Northwest 45th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch

Join us at the Alachua Branch for Story Time! Story Time is back at the Alachua Branch every Thursday! Children and ...

View All 13 Events For May 30
31May

Okito America Afterschool Open House

Come see what you're missing out on! Okito is hosting an Open House this Friday. Come see all the fun ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

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 ...

Flip Factory Zone Friday Summer Jump Party

Summer Jump party is back this year! Every Friday, come out and jump with us for an hour at half ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 7400 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville FL 32605
  • Cost: 50% off 1 hour of jump time after You Mention JUMP 50
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

J. Crew Factory Turns 1

Join the fun! Celebrate J.Crew Factory's 1st Anniversary at Butler Plaza this Friday, May 31st from 12 PM to 3 ...

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