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Gainesville Family Events Calendar

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January

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

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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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $5 per vehicle up to 8 people
  • Website: www.friendsofdudleyfarm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32606 United States
  • Cost: Free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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

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, ...

Alachua Community Coalition presents: Family Movie Night

A.C.C. (Alachua Community Coalition) presents: Family Movie Night! Featuring Inside Out 2 on January 18, from 4 p.m. to 8 ...

  • 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Hathcock Community Center 15818 NW 140th St Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 4th Avenue Food Park: 409 SW 4th Avenue, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center, 15400 Peggy Rd., Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.mapforyouth.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 11:00 am
  • Location: Willie Mae Stokes Community Center 355 NW 6th Avenue, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32606 United States
  • Cost: Free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Haile Equestrian Center, 7680 SW 46 Bivd., Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: $50 per person, Members Use Promo Code for 50% Off
  • Website: www.haileequestrian.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mid Florida Tractor Pullers Association Ocala Truck & Tractor Pull

Truck and tractor pulls featuring various classes, including Regional Mods, Blown Minis, Blown 2WD, Pro Stock 4X4 Trucks, Hot Farm ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:30 pm
  • Location: 2031 NW 4th Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Adults $20, 7-14 $10, Kids 6 & under are Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour- Valentine’s Themed Mugs

Our Family Clay and Stay workshop is a fun project for you to create with your child! We provide all ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: 1 parent and 1 child is $60 dollars; each additional child/participant is $20
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church High Springs Winter Festival

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church invites you to a weekend packed full of activities, fellowship, and a special word and worship. ...

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

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

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!

  • 2:00 pm
  • Location: Barnes & Noble 3728 SW Archer Rd Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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 ...

  • 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Cone Park, 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gilchrist County Centennial Celebration Fireworks

Join us for a spectacular evening filled with fun and excitement! Enjoy a free fireworks display, indulge in delicious food ...

  • 5:00 pm
  • Location: Hart Spings Baseball Field 4183 SW 80th Ct, Bell, FL 32619
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Category: Family Fun

Barnes & Noble Dog Man Hero Party

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

  • 2:00 pm
  • Location: Barnes & Noble 3728 SW Archer Rd Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun