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.
Family friendly sales events such as consignment sales, book sales, and plant sales
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 - 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
City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
UF School of Music presents Jacare Brazil Meets the Community
Vocal, Instrumental & Guitar, Bossa Nova, Samba-Jazz, Choro, Waltz
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Samba Brazilian Kitchen 5141 SW 91st Way, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free and Open to the Public
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Matheson History Museum Timucua Language and Culture: Understanding Alachua County's Native Heritage
SOLD OUT! Who were the Native people of Alachua County? The correct answer depends on the time period, but when ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
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
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
Roots Plant Studio: Taylor Swift Listening Party TS12
Join us for a listening party for Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl! We will have themed ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Roots Plant Studio 4780 Northwest 39th Avenue Suite 5, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free to attend, crafts $15
- Website: rootsplantstudio.com
- Category: Family Fun
Roots Plant Studio Taylor Listening Party
Save the date! Join us for fun, themed plant activities, snacks, and friendship bracelets, while we listen to Taylor’s new ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Roots Plant Studio 4780 Northwest 39th Avenue Suite 5, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
High Springs Brewing Company Oktoberfest
Join us on October 3rd for Oktoberfest! The Good Life Eats & Treats will be serving up a very special ...
- 4:00 pm
- Location: High Springs Brewing Company 18562 NW 237th St, High Springs, FL, 32643
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fathom presents Spider-Man
Average teenager Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) is transformed into an extraordinary superhero after he is accidentally bitten by a radioactive ...
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
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
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
Swamp City Fitness Swamp Monsters II
Swamp City Fitness is hosting the Swamp Monsters II STRONGMAN event presented by Strength By Barbell. A full day extravaganza will ...
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 4315 SW 29th Ave Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free to spectate
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, 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
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
Moonpreneur Free Robotics Workshop
Join us for an exciting, free Robotics workshop designed for kids aged 7-14. This in-person Robotics workshop includes: ...
- 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: Hampton Inn, 4225 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: moonhub.moonpreneur.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Alachua Pumpkin Patch Tractor Rides and Children's Story Time
Saturdays and Sundays through October Hay Rides 1 pm-4 pm Children’s Story Time 2 pm-4 pm
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 15710 NW US Hwy 441, Alachua, 32615
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Drawtober
Teens and Tweens are invited to join us for a drawing session—and get creative together. Join us this October 5th for ...
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Holiday Events, Library Programs, Free
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
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
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
National Taco Day at Chuy's
Taco lovers, get ready! Taco Tuesday just got better. National Taco Day is Tuesday, October 7th, and we’re cooking up ...
- 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
- Location: 3410 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: m.chuys.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other
Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant's National Taco Day
Mark your calendars, familia, National Taco Day is coming this Tuesday, October 7! Join us for $3 Street Tacos ALL DAY ...
- 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Location: Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $3 Street Tacos ALL DAY
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other
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
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
Alachua County Park Play Pals
Join the fun with this FREE playgroup tailored for awesome youth with special needs, led by our pals from Alachua ...
- 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: alachua.recdesk.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Special Needs, Free
City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - October Mud Kitchen
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. This week, come play in our Backyard! Class will be ...
- 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
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
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
UF Gators Swimming and Diving vs University of Virginia
Come watch your Florida Gators Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving teams!
- 11:00 am
- Location: Natatorium at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Sporting Events , Free
High Springs Orchard & Market: Fall Harvest Market
High Springs Orchard & Market is hosting our Fall Harvest Market on Friday, October 10th, from 4 PM to 8 ...
- 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 10804 NW SR 45, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other
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
Grow Hub: Disability Awareness Market
Grow Hub is having another Disability Awareness Market this fall! Come out to our plant nursery on October 11th, 9 AM ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Grow Hub 2900 Northeast 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational
Free Teen Workshop: Designing Your Future
Feeling unsure about life after high school? Explore career options through fun, interactive activities in a supportive environment. Gain clarity ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Virtual (On Zoom)
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.lyfehouse.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Empower Womens Physical Therapy: Postpartum Bootcamp
Katie Heard (Doula, Nurse Educator, and Lactation Consultant) and Dr. Payton McWilliams (Pelvic Physical Therapist) are excited to present this ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: University City Church of Christ - Family Life Center - classroom TBD
- Cost: $125
- Website: www.empowerwomenspt.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
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
Thriller Dance Performance and Market
Join us for this Fall Fest featuring two showtimes of a Thriller Dance Performance with zombies galore! Also check out ...
- 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 2031 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary Halloween Farmers Moo-ket
During our October 12th moo-ket we will be passing out plant-based treats to visiting children! Bringing a small treat bag ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW Co Rd 231 Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Suggested $5 Donation
- Website: crittercreekfarmsanctuary.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Alachua County Library Fall Teen Art Show at Headquarters Branch
The Alachua County Library District is pleased to announce the 2025 Fall Teen Art Show on Saturday, October 11, and ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Meeting Room A, 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts, Library Programs, Pageants/Competitions, Free
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
Florida Museum of Natural History Pop-up Museum: Not-So-Scary-Spiders
Meet us at the farmers market this spooky season! While you’re browsing local vendors and artisans at the Grove Street ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Grove Street Farmers Market 1001 NW 4th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Tours/Informational, Free
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
City of Gainesville: Indigenous Peoples Day
The City of Gainesville, the Indigenous Peoples Task Force, and community partners invite all neighbors to celebrate the vibrant culture, ...
- 5:30 pm
- Location: City Hall Plaza, 200 E. University Ave. Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
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
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
City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville presents Homeschool Community Days: Pumpkin Patch Tuesdays
All homeschoolers welcome! Let’s explore local pumpkin patches together this pumpkin season! Grab your favorite pumpkin spice drink, and join ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Abiding Savior Lutheran Church Pumpkin Patch, 9700 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $12 per person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Fossils
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Fossils. In this program, participants will learn about fossils. The Fossils! Program ...
- 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room, HQ Makerspace Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Library Programs, Free
City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Jonesville Baptist Church Glow Night
Bring your kids to this special Wednesday Night service! Shine your light! Let’s light up the night and reveal how ...
- 5:30 pm
- Location: Jonesville Baptist Church 17722 SW 15th Avenue, Newberry, FL
- Cost: Free and Open to the Public
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
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
All Tech Raceway Powell Family Memorial
We are inching closer to the 30th running of the Powell Family Memorial. Needless to say, we are excited to ...
- 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 1024 SW Howell Rd, Lake City, FL
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Chief Theatre presents Footloose The Musical
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment ...
- 7:30 pm
- Location: 25 E Park Ave Chiefland, FL 32626
- Cost: $17
- Website: app.arts-people.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
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
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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Witchy Soup
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Come stir up some Witchy Soup in our outdoor kitchen! ...
- 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
Skate Station Funworks UF Homecoming Skate
UF Homecoming Skate! Best Chomp, Feed the Gator & More! 12-6 pm and 7:30-11 pm
- 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Day: $15.95, Evening: $16.95
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
GHS Drama: Halloween Garage Sale
From costumes to curtains, your purchase makes a difference! Join us for our Halloween Garage Sale — filled with treasures ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 1900 NW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Free Admission
- 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
Hart Springs RV Campground: BBQ from the Hart
We invite you and your family come on out for the 5th Annual BBQ from the Hart! All Games & ...
- 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Hart Springs RV Campground 4009 SW 80th Way, Bell, FL 32619
- Cost: Free General Admission
- Website: bbqfromthehart.com
- Category: Family Fun, 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
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
GHS Drama: Halloween Garage Sale
From costumes to curtains, your purchase makes a difference! Join us for our Halloween Garage Sale — filled with treasures ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 1900 NW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Free Admission
- 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
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
Alachua Conservation Trust Pride at Prairie Creek
Join ACT for the fifth annual Pride at Prairie Creek! An outdoor celebration of the LGBTQ+ community for family, friends, ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Prairie Creek Lodge 7204 SE County Road 234, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, 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
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
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
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
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch Slime Factory
Learn how to make colorful slime! Recommended for children ages 6–11. Kids will get step-by-step instructions to make a batch of ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
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
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Spine Tingling Bookmarks
Join us at the Newberry Branch Library for a creative and spooky workshop designed to get your Halloween spirit brewing ...
- 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Holiday Events, Library Programs, Free
City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Ghouls, Goblins, and Greeks
Join the University of Florida's Panhellenic Council for our annual Ghouls, Goblins, & Greeks! Our chapters will be on Sorority ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: UF Sorority Row, located on East and West Panhellenic Dr., between 8th and 9th Ave. Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Dance Marathon at UF Moralloween
See you at Moralloween, the celebration of our Transform Today efforts, at 5:30 PM in Plaza of the Americas on ...
- 5:30 pm
- Location: Plaza of the Americas (University of Florida) Gainesville, FL 32603
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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
Children's Trust of Alachua County: Lights on Afterschool
The Children's Trust of Alachua County and Gainesville Circus Center present, Lights on Afterschool, a national event to celebrate the ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Circus Center 1925 Northwest 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Terrace Health & Rehabilitation’s Fall Festival
Join us at Terrace Health & Rehabilitation’s Fall Festival! Admission is free — bring your family and friends for an ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 7207 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Admission is FREE!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Florida Museum of Natural History Bugs, Bones, and Brews
We’re heading to the brewery to celebrate spooky season! Sip special beer at First Magnitude Brewing Co. while checking out ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company: 1220 SE Veitch St. Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Event activities are FREE
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, 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
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
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Creature Feature
Spiders and snakes and lizards, oh my! Come learn about these and other cool creatures and get an up-close look ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, 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
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
Gatorhead Regatta
The annual Gatorhead Regatta returns to Newnan’s Lake on Saturday, October 25, 2025, hosted by Gainesville Area Rowing (GAR). Participants: ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Newnan’s Lake, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.regattacentral.com
- Category: Sporting Events
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
Halloween Habitat Hustle 5K Run/Walk
It's time for the 14th Annual Habitat Hustle 5K Run/Walk! This event benefits UF Habitat for Humanity. Wear your favorite ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Boulware Springs Park, 3400 SE 15 Street Gainesville, FL US 32641
- Cost: $25 | Children 5 years old and under run for FREE!
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
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
Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show
Save the dates for the 71st Annual Florida Gateway Fair & Livestock Show — and we can’t wait to see ...
- 12:00 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
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
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
Fathom presents ParaNorman
From the visionary makers behind Coraline, ParaNorman returns to theatres this Halloween in stunningly remastered 3D! Celebrate the 13th anniversary of ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Regal Butler Town Center & Regal Royal Park, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $5 first youth, $2.50 each additional youth in same group
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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
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
Bass Pro Shops Gainesville Flannel Fest Halloween
Receive a free digital download! October 25 & 26 from 11 am-2 pm October 30 & 31 from 4 pm-8 pm
- 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Bass Pro Shops 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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
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
Trek Bicycle Gainesville Halloween Treats and Deal
Bring the kids by this Friday and Saturday, October 31st and November 1st, for some Halloween treats! Any adult who ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1700 NW 13th St Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
