Gainesville Family Events Calendar
The Fun 4 Gator Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Gainesville area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event
PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.
Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.
Events and programs for kids with special needs
Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.
Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.
Family friendly shows and concerts
Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.
Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.
Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category
Sporting events and home games for local sports teams
One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families.
Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.
Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.
Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Gym Schedule - Week of 9/29-10/5 Monday-Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm, Sunday 3 pm-8 pm
- 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - 5 Little Pumpkins
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Today's theme is 5 Little Pumpkins! Process art and Sensory ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Gators Game Day Locker Room Tour
Take part in a tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and south end zone football complex. Tours will ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: University of Florida (information delivered after RSVP)
- Cost: $20 (Children ages 5 and under are free and do not need a ticket)
- Website: swampmoments.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Sporting Events
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Gym Schedule - Week of 9/29-10/5 Monday-Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm, Sunday 3 pm-8 pm
- 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Itsy Bitsy Spider
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Gators Game Day Locker Room Tour
Take part in a tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and south end zone football complex. Tours will ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: University of Florida (information delivered after RSVP)
- Cost: $20 (Children ages 5 and under are free and do not need a ticket)
- Website: swampmoments.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Sporting Events
Cade Museum SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures
The SparkSeekers program is designed to empower homeschooled students (ages 7–11) by immersing them in the captivating intersection of science ...
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $15 per student (ages 7–11)
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Newberry Lions Roaring Retro Market
Antiques, uniques, collectibles, crafts and more!
- 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture & Equestrian Center, 23100 W. Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL
- Cost: Free parking and admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Harn Museum Tot Time: Autumn Leaf Suncatchers
Tots will collage fall inspired colored tissue paper onto contact paper leaf cut outs to create autumn suncatchers. Explore color, ...
- 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, Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Homeschool Creators - High Springs Branch
Art and science explorations will be offered for homeschool children and teens on the first Friday of the month. These activities ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Big Sit
What is a “Big Sit”? It’s a birding event where teams try to see how many species they can spot ...
- 6:45 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: See schedule above
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
OCR Overload
Get ready, Gainesville, FL, for 4.3 mile OCR with 23+ obstacles and the monster 140-foot finishers rig set in Gainesville ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: 3408 NW 166th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Newberry Lions Roaring Retro Market
Antiques, uniques, collectibles, crafts and more!
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture & Equestrian Center, 23100 W. Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL
- Cost: Free parking and admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Danscompany of Gainesville Halloween Costume Sale
Looking for a Halloween Costume? Thriller Costume? Competition Costume? Come shop our costume sale and support DGCS at the same ...
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Haile Farmer's Market 5213 Southwest 91 Terrace Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: All costumes only $25
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Braze Ranch Fall Festival
An authentic family-friendly experience that includes an 8-acre sorghum pasture, pumpkin patch, touch-a-tractor, corn crib, farm games, and a chance ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
- Cost: Adults $12 | Children 2-10 $8 | Infants Free
- Website: brazeranch.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mayhem Ranch Fall Festival
Come join us for our Fifth annual Fall Festival from September 27-November 2, 2025, every Saturday and Sunday! This year we ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: Tickets: $15 Online or $17 at the gate (2 and under free)
- Website: mayhemranchfl.com
- Category: Family Fun
Branford Farm Stand Fall Harvest
Our Fall Festival will be bigger and better than ever. Live music every weekend. We have a super awesome surprise ...
- 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 27687 US-129, Branford, FL, 32008
- Cost: Admission to the festival is $12 for adults, $10 kids(3-12), 2 & under are free!
- Website: www.branfordfarmstand.com
- Category: Family Fun
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids
Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
We'll sing songs about various animals and move like they do. Come learn a new song to sing with your ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gators Game Day Locker Room Tour
Take part in a tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and south end zone football complex. Tours will ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: University of Florida (information delivered after RSVP)
- Cost: $20 (Children ages 5 and under are free and do not need a ticket)
- Website: swampmoments.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Sporting Events
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
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 ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: V Pizza 115 SE 1 St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: $20 includes one pizza per child/ticket and a beverage.
- Website: www.vpizza.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Nest Learning of Gainesville Readers in the Making
Recommended for ages 3-5 - Build pre-reading and early phonic skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss Elyse, a certified ...
- 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $35 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Homeschool Family Program: Florida by the Foot
Homeschool Families - Join us for a wild adventure! Take a step into Florida’s natural world with our Homeschool Family ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.showpass.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Sensory Adventures
Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the babies' and toddlers' senses of touch, hearing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Haunted Mansions
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. It's Haunted Mansions Week! Come join us for spooky, messy ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 W. Newberry Rd. Newberry, FL
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Safe Kids North Central Florida High Springs - Station 29 Car Seat Check Up
Car seat checkup appointments are designated for families who are already have a car seat. Car seats will not be ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 18586 Northwest 238th Street High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Other, Free
Help Me Grow Alachua
This Wednesday, our Help Me Grow coordinators will be at The One Community Family Resource Center! They’re looking forward to ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 1725 SE 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
NHRA Division 2 E.T. Bracket Finals
The NHRA Southeast Division bring the Summit Racing E.T. Finals back to Florida’s Home for Drag Racing October 9-11, 2025. ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Community Conversation - Investing in Infrastructure: The Child Care Economy
Let's talk about child care: Join business leaders, parents, policy experts, and community stakeholders as we explore solutions to one of ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe Blount Hall, 530 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: members.gainesvillechamber.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Other, Free
Homeschool Day at Mayhem Ranch
This event is open to all homeschool families, including Fun 4 Gator Kids & Fun 4 Ocala Kids Families. Tickets purchased ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: Tickets: $13 (3 years & Older - 2 and under free)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meet up Mayhem Ranch
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Homeschool Day at Mayhem Ranch! Activities Included: U-Pick Pumpkin Patch (Pumpkins cut off the ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Mayhem Ranch 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL 32668
- Cost: $13 per person. 2 years and younger is free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Gainesville Volleyball hosts AVP Grass Nationals
Gainesville Volleyball is the local host of the 2025 AVP Grass Nationals presented by Gainesville Sports Commission and Visit Gainesville ...
- 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Park: 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free for spectators
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Safe Kids North Central Florida: GFR Hosted Car Seat Check Up
Car seat checkup appointments are designated for families who are already have a car seat. Car seats will not be ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 606 Southeast Depot Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Other, Free
NHRA Division 2 E.T. Bracket Finals
The NHRA Southeast Division bring the Summit Racing E.T. Finals back to Florida’s Home for Drag Racing October 9-11, 2025. ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315 Melrose, Florida 32666
- Cost: $15 donation per person | Kids 5 and under get in FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Depot Park Anniversary parkrun
Celebrate with us! Depot Park parkrun has been going strong - and growing! - since 9/29/2018. What an incredible journey ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Dance Alive Great Halloween Costume Sale
Dance Alive National Ballet is pleased to present its 26th annual Great Halloween Costume Sale! October 4th and 11th from ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Pofahl Studios 1325 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Fantastic prices! All costumes $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua Conservation Trust Freshwater Fish and Critters of North Central Florida
Come and join Alachua Conservation Trust at Santa Fe River Preserve to learn about the freshwater fish and critters of ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe River Preserve 27025 North State Road 121, Alachua, FL, 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Gainesville Volleyball hosts AVP Grass Nationals
Gainesville Volleyball is the local host of the 2025 AVP Grass Nationals presented by Gainesville Sports Commission and Visit Gainesville ...
- 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Park: 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free for spectators
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Gainesville Bird Expo
Lots of birds, toys, cages, stands, feed, and so much more. Your one-stop shop for all your feather friends' supplies.
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Holiday Inn Gainesville University Center, 1250 W. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Admission $5, Children under 10 Free
- Website: staugustineexoticbirdfair.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bryer Patch Pumpkin Festival
Come join us for the kickoff of our "Fall on the Farm" season at the Annual Pumpkin Festival at The ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Ages 13 & up: $12, Ages 3-12: $10, Ages 2 & under: Free, Military discounts are available.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Braze Ranch Fall Festival
An authentic family-friendly experience that includes an 8-acre sorghum pasture, pumpkin patch, touch-a-tractor, corn crib, farm games, and a chance ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
- Cost: Adults $12 | Children 2-10 $8 | Infants Free
- Website: brazeranch.com
- Category: Family Fun
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids
Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
We'll sing songs about various animals and move like they do. Come learn a new song to sing with your ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gators Game Day Locker Room Tour
Take part in a tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and south end zone football complex. Tours will ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: University of Florida (information delivered after RSVP)
- Cost: $20 (Children ages 5 and under are free and do not need a ticket)
- Website: swampmoments.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Sporting Events
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fathom presents The Dark Crystal
Another world, another time… in the age of Wonder. From genius filmmaker Jim Henson comes The Dark Crystal, a masterful ...
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Regal Butler Town Center & Regal Royal Park, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Nest Learning of Gainesville Readers in the Making
Recommended for ages 3-5 - Build pre-reading and early phonic skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss Elyse, a certified ...
- 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $35 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Hollow Oaks Corn Maze
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Hollow Oaks Corn Maze. Hay Rides, farm animals, corn maze, fall yard games, ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 18005 NW 190th Ave High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Admission is $10 per person. Ages 3 and under are free.
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Sensory Adventures
Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates the babies' and toddlers' senses of touch, hearing, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival Homeschool Day
Join us on the farm for food, fun, and games! Homeschool Days are October 15th and 29th.
- All Day Event
- Location: 3831 NW 156th Ave., Gainesville, Florida 32609
- Cost: TBA
- Website: www.crossroadsfarmandapiary.com
- Category: Family Fun
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 - Ghostly Gathering
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. This week, we are having a Ghostly Gathering! Join us ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Plantstay: Spooky Planting Workshop
Grab your beau or your bestie and join us for a laid-back, Halloween-inspired evening of magic-infused fun. We’ll supply the ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 3739 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25.99-$49.99
- Website: www.plantstay.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Gators Game Day Locker Room Tour
Take part in a tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and south end zone football complex. Tours will ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: University of Florida (information delivered after RSVP)
- Cost: $20 (Children ages 5 and under are free and do not need a ticket)
- Website: swampmoments.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Sporting Events
Cade Museum SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures
The SparkSeekers program is designed to empower homeschooled students (ages 7–11) by immersing them in the captivating intersection of science ...
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $15 per student (ages 7–11)
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Nest Learning of Gainesville Reading Adventures
Recommended for ages 5-7 - Ideal for children who recognize letters and sounds and are reading simple cvc words (ex. cat, ...
- 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $45 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
UF Homecoming Festival
The Homecoming Festival is a campus tradition that brings together the Gainesville community and UF students to celebrate and support ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Plaza of the Americas (University of Florida) Gainesville, FL 32603
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gatorgrowl.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
UF Homecoming & Gator Growl- Gator Gallop 'Fun Run'
Gator Gallop is a 2-mile fun run through the University of Florida’s campus and along the parade route before the ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Plaza of the Americas (University of Florida) Gainesville, FL 32603
- Cost: $18: Ages 0-13, $28: Ages 14-100, $30 + $2.80 SignUp Fee
- Website: www.gatorgrowl.org
- Category: Family Fun, Races/Walks/Runs
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Halloween Party
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup Halloween Party! We'll play games, have fun, and eat candy! Costumes ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Greentree Park 3600 NW 19th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free but registration is required
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville presents Homeschool Community Days: Trick-or-Treat Party at Altrusa House of Gainesville
Calling all monsters! Wear your costume and bring your treat bag, and join homeschool friends and soon-to-be friends at Altrusa ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 2000 NW 36th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605-2493
- Cost: Free and All Homeschoolers Welcome
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Turkey Creek Preserve
Meet trip leader Kristen Suggs in the parking lot. Preserved by Alachua County's Forever Program, 376 acres of diverse ecosystems ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Turkey Creek Preserve 6300 NW 93rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Gainesville Raceway: Fall Box/No Box Bracket Bash
Kick off Fall Racing with the 2025 Fall Bracket Bash at Gainesville Raceway on Saturday, October 18 – featuring box ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
1800s Pioneer Florida History Festival
Join us for a fun, educational day celebrating Florida’s rich 19th-century frontier heritage! - Showcase traditional crafts and heritage goods - Offer ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 397 E. Hathaway Ave., Bronson, FL
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
ACYTC: Not So Scary Triathlon
Second annual kids triathlon hosted by the Alachua County Youth Triathlon Club (ACYTC). The event will be at the North ...
- 8:00 am - 9:00 am
- Location: North Central Florida Community Center 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $25
- Website: acytc.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Chomp in the Swamp: The Dazzlers Fall Series
Thank you for your interest in Florida Dance Team clinics! Clinics are a great way to get a feel for ...
- 8:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Football Indoor Practice Facility 2101 SW Second Ave Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $70
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park
Meet trip leader Tim Hardin at the San Felasco State Park Moonshine Creek parking area for a fall migration birding ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 11101 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $2-$4 at the park or online
- Website: alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Archer Sabbath Mission Church Community Yard Sale
Bring a table (free) or come by and shop. Free kids' crafts, popcorn, and lemonade.
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Archer Sabbath Mission Church 10213 SW 170th St., Archer, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Braze Ranch Fall Festival Homeschool Field Trip Day
Calling all North Florida Homeschool Families & Co-ops! Turn our farm into your classroom for a day! By popular demand, we ...
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
- Cost: Adults $12 | Children 2-10 $8 | Infants Free
- Website: brazeranch.com
- Category: Family Fun
Red House Ranch (formerly Coon Hollo Farm) - Homeschool Day
We’re excited to welcome homeschool families for special days of farm fun and learning. Admission includes the wagon-ride to feed ...
- 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 22480 N Hwy 441, Micanopy Fl 32667
- Cost: $8 per person (ages 4 and up)
- Website: redhouseranch.org
- Category: Family Fun
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
We'll sing songs about various animals and move like they do. Come learn a new song to sing with your ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gift Certificates and More Burger Week
Get Ready, Burger Lovers! Burger Week is Back! The wait is over — Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, ...
- 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: $8 Burgers
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Gators Game Day Locker Room Tour
Take part in a tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and south end zone football complex. Tours will ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: University of Florida (information delivered after RSVP)
- Cost: $20 (Children ages 5 and under are free and do not need a ticket)
- Website: swampmoments.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Sporting Events
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park on our new accessible tram. Visitors with mobility challenges and their companions ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), No additional fee for tour.
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Bryer Patch
Calling all Homeschool families! Come to The Bryer Patch for FALL Homeschool Day on Tuesday, October 21st from 10 am-4 ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $10 admission fee per person. 2 & under free.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fall Homeschool Day at The Bryer Patch
Calling all Homeschool families! Come join us for our Fall Homeschool Day at the Patch! Our fall pumpkin-themed homeschool day ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5700 SW 250th Street, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $10 admission fee per person. 2 & under free. Military discount available. *ID Required
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Monster Mash
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. It's Monster Mash Day! Let's get in the Spooky Spirit! Process ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Gift Certificates and More Burger Week
Get Ready, Burger Lovers! Burger Week is Back! The wait is over — Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, ...
- 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: $8 Burgers
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Gators Game Day Locker Room Tour
Take part in a tour of the Bryan Kornblau Family Locker Room and south end zone football complex. Tours will ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: University of Florida (information delivered after RSVP)
- Cost: $20 (Children ages 5 and under are free and do not need a ticket)
- Website: swampmoments.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Sporting Events
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park on our new accessible tram. Visitors with mobility challenges and their companions ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), No additional fee for tour.
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Open House Halloween Party O2B Kids
Join Fun 4 Gator kids for Morning Magic Open House Halloween Party at o2b Kids Super Center. Dress up your ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 7383 SW 17th Rd, Gainesville, FL 32607-1028
- Cost: FREE for Members | Free with a bag of candy OR $15 at the door.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Splitz Bowling Homeschool Field Trip Days
Homeschool Field Trip Days! On the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, we offer special homeschool rates from 11:00 ...
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Gift Certificates and More Burger Week
Get Ready, Burger Lovers! Burger Week is Back! The wait is over — Burger Week is making a sizzling comeback! From Monday, ...
- 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: $8 Burgers
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
- 8:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: showfchc.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Southern Truck Showdown at Newberry RC Park
Get Ready for the Ultimate RC Truck Racing Event: The 2025 Southern Truck Showdown! Are you prepared to witness the most ...
- 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: Newberry RC Track: 24880 NW 16th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Free to spectate
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville presents Homeschool Community Days: Fall Farm Fun at Crossroads Farm & Apiary
Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville presents Homeschool Community Days: Fall Farm Fun at Crossroads Farm & Apiary All homeschoolers welcome! We’ll meet ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 3831 NW 156th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609-5028
- Cost: $12 per person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Trick or Treat at The Windsor of Gainesville
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids at The Windsor of Gainesville. Dress up your little one and bring your bag, we're ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Windsor of Gainesville 3605 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE but space is limited, make sure to sign up!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Southern Truck Showdown at Newberry RC Park
Get Ready for the Ultimate RC Truck Racing Event: The 2025 Southern Truck Showdown! Are you prepared to witness the most ...
- 7:00 am
- Location: Newberry RC Track: 24880 NW 16th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Free to spectate
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Gainesville Night of Fire at Gainesville Raceway
For the first time at Gainesville Raceway, the Night of Fire is held on Saturday, October 25th! Join us for ...
- 7:30 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $25 Spectator Admission
- Website: nhra.evenue.net
- Category: Sporting Events
Depot Park parkrun Costume Party
Join us for a spooktacular free 5K! Let’s try to break last year’s record shenanigans with everyone decked out for ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Cancer Chomp
Please join us for the 4th annual Cancer Chomp happening at the Cancer & Genetics Research Complex on the beautiful ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: UF Cancer & Genetics Research Complex: 2033 Mowry Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: donate.giving.ufhealth.org
- Category: Family Fun, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park
Meet trip leader Christine Zamora in the parking lot of Devil's Millhopper at 8 a.m. for an accessible and inclusive ...
- 8:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $2-$4 at the park or online
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
- 8:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: showfchc.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Fox Pen Preserve with Alachua Conservation Trust
Join Alachua Audubon Society and Alachua Conservation Trust (ACT) at Fox Pen Preserve during Birdability Week. Meet in the parking ...
- 8:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Near 10777 Holden Park Road Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Braze Ranch Fall Festival
An authentic family-friendly experience that includes an 8-acre sorghum pasture, pumpkin patch, touch-a-tractor, corn crib, farm games, and a chance ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 18716 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694-4690
- Cost: Adults $12 | Children 2-10 $8 | Infants Free
- Website: brazeranch.com
- Category: Family Fun
108 Vine: The Happy Haunting Event
Save the date for our annual Happy Haunting at 108 Vine + Plantstay! Join us Sunday, Oct 26 from 10–2 for ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 108 Vine 3739 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids
Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
Largest Friends of the Library sale in the state! In addition to books, we have art, comic books, manga, CDs, ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 430-B North Main Street, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free admission
- Website: www.folacld.org
- Category: Other
Safe Kids North Central Florida: ABA Results Gainesville Car Seat Check
Car seats are available to eligible caregivers. Please contact jordyn.zyngier@ufhealth.org if you are in need of car seat assistance. A car ...
- 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 3669 Southwest 2nd Avenue Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Other, Free
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show
Save the dates for the 71st Annual Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show — and we can’t wait to see ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds 438 SW State RD 247, Lake City, FL 32025
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: floridagatewayfairgrounds.org
- Category: Family Fun
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Chatterbox BIG kids (3-4 years old) Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with friends! Chatterbox ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot-FREE Day!
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park on our new accessible tram. Visitors with mobility challenges and their companions ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), No additional fee for tour.
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Nest Learning of Gainesville Readers in the Making
Recommended for ages 3-5 - Build pre-reading and early phonic skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss Elyse, a certified ...
- 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $35 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Trick or Treat at The Glenwood of Gainesville
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup for a morning of fun at The Glenwood of Gainesville. Dress up your little ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 1001 SW 62nd Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Free but registration is required
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival Homeschool Day
Join us on the farm for food, fun, and games! Homeschool Days are October 15th and 29th.
- All Day Event
- Location: 3831 NW 156th Ave., Gainesville, Florida 32609
- Cost: TBA
- Website: www.crossroadsfarmandapiary.com
- Category: Family Fun
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Crossroads Farm & Apiary
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Homeschool Day at Crossroads Farm & Apiary! Bounce pad, crop maze, hay ride, animals, ...
- 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: 3831 NW 156th Ave. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Admission is $12 per person ages 3 and up.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Bubble Bubble Boil and Trouble
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Come boil up some Trouble in our outdoor kitchen! Dress ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Stephen Foster Rural Folklife Days
Step back in time and experience Florida’s rural traditions during this hands-on celebration of heritage, history, and fun for all ...
- 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park on our new accessible tram. Visitors with mobility challenges and their companions ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), No additional fee for tour.
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Autumn Colors
This week, let's explore Autumn Colors and play in the leaves. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Exquisite Corpse Art-A-Thon at GFAA
From Tuesday to Thursday, October 28 to 30th, 2025, twenty-four artists will take over GFAA to participate in Exquisite Corpse ...
- 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1314 South Main Street Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
The Scoop Hawthorne Halloween Trick or Treat
Sweeten Your Halloween Night at The Scoop Hawthorne, FL! Hey, little monsters and candy lovers! The Scoop is joining the Halloween ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 6940 SE 221st St Suite 1 Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Mi Apa Latin Cafe Halloween Kids Eat Free
Trick or treat… how about free to eat? This Halloween, your little monsters (10 & under) eat FREE when they ...
- 7:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other
UF CARD Halloween Event
No Tricks, Only Treats! Join us for a fun, sensory-friendly Halloween experience! Who: UF CARD Constituents & families What: Trick-or-treating alternative with ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: UF CARD Office, 4101 NW 89 Blvd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Special Needs, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Creepy Crafting Fun
This spook-tacular event is perfect for unleashing your crafty side and creating eerie decorations and ghoulish fun to celebrate the ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Holiday Events, Library Programs, Free
