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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.


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January

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.

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Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

Dudley Farm Historic State Park Kids Day-Treasure Trek

Join us at the farm. Children and adults alike, ages 5 and up can join in the fun! There are ...

Huntington Learning Center Open House

Huntington is kicking off 2025 with an Open House! Join us to learn how the Huntington Learning Center helps students ...

Star Center Theatre Hairspray Auditions

Auditions: Sunday, January 12th 6 pm Callbacks: Monday, January 13th (time will be given if called back) Our first rehearsal will be ...

Gainesville Youth Hockey Free Clinics

Try out hockey for free here in Gainesville on January 13th and 20th from 6-7 pm! Doors open at 5:30 ...

Gainesville Circus Center Tiny Tots Program

A new six-week series for toddlers focuses on gross motor skills and playful exploration on the trapeze, aerial hammock, and ...

Easton Newberry Archery Center Homeschool Try Archery Class

Homeschool Try Archery Class Tuesday, January 14th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM Ages 7 - 17 | Cost: $15 per child This archery ...

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

NHS College Fair

The NHS College Fair '25 will be held in the NHS Gymnasium on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 5:30 pm ...

Story Time at the Zoo

Join Us for Story Time at the Zoo! The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and the Alachua County Library invite ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo (On the lawn in front of the zoo) 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Storytime is free. See description for zoo prices.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Process Art Play

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co! Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming

Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

Harn Museum Art Cart

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

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

Alachua County Library: Evolution at Cone Park Branch

Come join us as we explore how different organisms have developed and changed over millions of years through evolution. Culminating ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid's Jeopardy

Join us in the kid's area for a fun morning of trivia, hosted by library staff. Questions will be geared ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Free Family Fun Night

Come out and enjoy a free fun filled family night. Dinner with be provided to all that show up so ...

  • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Location: Melrose United Methodist Church 5802 Centre St, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Concert Series with KISS 105.3 at Celebration Pointe

Get ready for a night of incredible live music at Celebration Pointe. Co-hosted with KISS 105.3 FM, Gainesville’s No. 1 ...

The Gainesville Orchestra presents Mahler's 5th

Mahler's 5th: An epic journey through one of the most powerful and romantic symphonies ever written. Composed as a tribute ...

Level 6: 2025 HTC Junior Tennis Tournament

Welcome to the 30th Annual Heritage Tennis Classic Tournament in Gainesville Florida, hosted by our Each One Teach One foundation. ...

Rural King Supply Paws in the Park

Join us Saturday, January 18 for Paws in the Park. Bring your family - and your pets - for treats, ...

Pinspiration Gainesville Cookie and Craft Workshop

CLASS IS FULL! We are so excited to have Kim from “Eat the Darn Cookie” back in Gainesville for more ...

Free Car Seat Safety Event

High Springs Fire Department is collaborating with Safe Kids North Central Florida to host a free car seat check! Join us ...

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: High Springs Farmers Market 23517 NW 185th Rd, High Springs, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: forms.gle
  • Category: Other, Free

The Meelypops Shop: DJ Lagway Autograph Signing

DJ Lagway in the shop...for a public autograph signing with Gator Nation! The amazing QB phenom will be in the ...

Level 6: 2025 HTC Junior Tennis Tournament

Welcome to the 30th Annual Heritage Tennis Classic Tournament in Gainesville Florida, hosted by our Each One Teach One foundation. ...

Family Ceramics Workshop!

This two part Family Ceramics workshop will take place two Sunday afternoons, where kids + parents have fun making and ...

  • 1:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Location: Morning Meadow Preschool: 813 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: FIRST PAIR = $98 parent/child (2 people= Adult + Child =$98) for the two part workshop. EXTRA PARTICIPANTS = $42 Extra person (extra child or extra adult each =$42 each) for the two part workshop.
  • Website: www.joycirclearts.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Winter Wonderland Kids Day at 4th Ave Food Park

Brrr-ing on the fun! Join us for a Winter Wonderland Kids Day at the 4th Ave Food Park! We’ll have ...

Fathom’s Big Screen Classics: The Goonies 40th Anniversary

Steven Spielberg, Richard Donner (Lethal Weapon films) and Chris Columbus (Harry Potter films) collaborate to create an epic children’s adventure ...

Level 6: 2025 HTC Junior Tennis Tournament

Welcome to the 30th Annual Heritage Tennis Classic Tournament in Gainesville Florida, hosted by our Each One Teach One foundation. ...

Grandma's Kitchen: Where Dreams Rise! A Family Fun Puppet Play

Join Us for an Unforgettable Family Experience! A heartwarming family play filled with laughter, love, and inspiration! Step into Grandma’s kitchen, ...

Willie Mae Stokes Community Center Martin Luther King Jr Day of Celebration

The Town of Micanopy Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day Committee cordially invites you to join us on ...

Gainesville Youth Hockey Free Clinics

Try out hockey for free here in Gainesville on January 13th and 20th from 6-7 pm! Doors open at 5:30 ...

Night Hikes at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Thank you for joining us on a Night Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. We are hoping for pleasant weather and ...

  • 6:15 pm - 8:45 pm
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: $5/person to be paid by credit card when you arrive at the event. You must still register!
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Gainesville Circus Center Tiny Tots Program

A new six-week series for toddlers focuses on gross motor skills and playful exploration on the trapeze, aerial hammock, and ...

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 Newberry Branch: 100th Day of School Shirt Decorating

Get ready to celebrate the 100th day of school by decorating your own shirt for this special occasion. Kids can get ...

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Homeschool Day

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

Santa Fe Babe Ruth Baseball 10U Select Tryouts

Local tournaments, fundamentals focused, former MLB & D1 instruction Email to RSVP and for more information! Tryout Dates: January 23rd at 6 pm January ...

Santa Fe College Academy of Science and Technology Information Night

Santa Fe College’s Academy of Science and Technology will be accepting applications for current high school freshmen and sophomores interested ...

RADD Sports College Invitational and Multi-Event

RADD Sports College Invitational and Multi-Event

  • 8:00 am
  • 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

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

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Frosted Flakes

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

Harn Museum Art Cart

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

  • 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Haile Equestrian Friday Night Lights

Join us to ride and play mounted games while riding to music under the lights! Each month features different mounted ...

Sunrise Ranger 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: Tours/Informational

Depot Park Ye Olde parkrunne, Free 5K

Hark, noble folk of the realm! On the morn of January 25th, as the sun's first light doth grace the ...

RADD Sports College Invitational and Multi-Event

RADD Sports College Invitational and Multi-Event

  • 8:00 am
  • 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

University of Florida Club Cheerleading Program: GatorTown Showdown

On January 25th, the University of Florida Club Cheerleading Program is welcoming all FHSAA divisions, Game Day, Junior Varsity youth ...

  • 8:30 am
  • Location: University of Florida's Southwest Recreation Center, 3150 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: $15 per athlete, plus $75 for each additional routine (There will be no entry fee for spectators; however, donations are encouraged!)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events

Gainesville Amateur Radio Society Winter Field Day

Everyone who is interested in learning about Amateur (Ham) Radio, including kids, can come to Winter Field Day, visit the ...

  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: GARS Radio Room, Waldo City Square 14450 NE 148th Avenue, Waldo, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Gainesville Amateur Radio Society Winter Field Day

Everyone who is interested in learning about Amateur (Ham) Radio, including kids, can come to Winter Field Day, visit the ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: GARS Radio Room, Waldo City Square 14450 NE 148th Avenue, Waldo, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Harn Museum Fiber Arts Gathering

Learn about fiber arts and view spinning, needlepoint, tapestry, weaving, and other needle arts in action. Talk with experienced fiber ...

  • 11:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Gainesville Record Fair

Thousands of vinyl record albums, CDs, tapes, music memorabilia and music inspired art. 20+ vendors from around the state. Food ...

  • 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. 1001 NW 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free entry. Free parking.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Skate Station Funworks Dog Man Skate Party

Dog man trivia and crafts, pin the badge on dog man. Fun for the whole family!

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $14.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Barnes & Noble Dog Man Hero Party

Join us for Dog Man photo ops, cool giveaways, fun activities and more!

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Celebrating Literacy Week

Library Program in conjunction with the statewide initiative "Celebrate Literacy Week" designed to raise awareness about the importance of literacy ...

Gift Certificates and More Taco Week

Let's Taco about Taco Week coming up! If you like tacos, this is your week! Enjoy great deals at the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Gainesville Circus Center Tiny Tots Program

A new six-week series for toddlers focuses on gross motor skills and playful exploration on the trapeze, aerial hammock, and ...

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Celebrate Literacy Week Story Time

Join us for a construction-themed story time to celebrate Literacy Week. In partnership with the Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County ...

Gift Certificates and More Taco Week

Let's Taco about Taco Week coming up! If you like tacos, this is your week! Enjoy great deals at the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Sensory Soup

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

Gift Certificates and More Taco Week

Let's Taco about Taco Week coming up! If you like tacos, this is your week! Enjoy great deals at the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Alachua County Library: SUPA Epic Dog Man Party at Tower Road Branch

Join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities about our favorite crime-biting canine who is part dog, part man, ...

First Baptist of Newberry Connections Night

Join Us for Connections Night! Get ready for an evening of fun, food, and fantastic company! Chili Cook-Off: Bring your best ...

  • 5:30 pm
  • Location: First Baptist Church of Newberry's Fellowship Hall 25520 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Give Back Thursday at Bivens Arm Nature Park

Welcome to Give Back Thursday's! This week's event will take place at Bivens Arm Nature Park. Please meet your site ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Bivens Arm Nature Park 3650 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Volunteers do not need to pay for park entry.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Pajama Party

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

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 ...

Gift Certificates and More Taco Week

Let's Taco about Taco Week coming up! If you like tacos, this is your week! Enjoy great deals at the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Gift Certificates and More Taco Week

Let's Taco about Taco Week coming up! If you like tacos, this is your week! Enjoy great deals at the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County Touch-A-Truck Friday - Celebrate Literacy Week

Wrap up Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida with an exciting Touch-a-Truck event at Cone Park! Explore trucks, meet special guests, and ...

Gift Certificates and More Taco Week

Let's Taco about Taco Week coming up! If you like tacos, this is your week! Enjoy great deals at the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other