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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.


Bristol Oaks Fall on the Farm

Bristol Oaks Fall on the Farm

October 17th - November 8th. Saturdays 10-7 | Sundays 12-6 Fall fun is back at Bristol Oaks! Bring the family and enjoy hayrides, farm animals, pumpkins, sunflowers, our maze, corn pit, duck races, games, photo spots, local vendors, food & more! NEW: Cow Snuggle Sessions! Snuggle, brush, take photos and make memories with our cows. Limited availability, so add your session when purchasing tickets! Click to learn more.
The Curious Child Open Studio | Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays | $12/Hour per child

The Curious Child Open Studio | Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays | $12/Hour per child

A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access to all art supplies, child enrichment toys, sensory tables, dramatic play areas, and much more! All ages are welcome, from 12 months to teens. Click to learn more.
Harn Museum Nights: | Thursday, November 12th, 6-9pm

Harn Museum Nights: | Thursday, November 12th, 6-9pm

Join us for an evening of art and activities connecting us to the places — in and outside of Florida — that make us who we are. Experience the interactive musical light instrument designed and played by local composer Riey Ferretti. Rediscover Harn artworks through student-led highlight tours. Dive into water sanitation with Eastside High students in the Life at Sea gallery. Pose in the Florida photobooth and create a personalized frame. And enjoy light bites while chatting with our campus and community tabling partners. Click to learn more.
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Open to ALL Alachua County families with homeschooled and virtual schooled children. Join Fun 4 Gator Kids each month as we plan activities designed for kids learning at home. We will go on field trips, join homeschool programs around town, and plan special workshops and presentations just for our group. MUST RSVP for each program as spaces are limited. Click to learn more.
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4:00 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Pop-up Museum: Not-So-Scary-Spiders
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8:00 pm Haunted Trail In Search For Blackbeard’s Ghost
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12:00 pm Wild Adventures Kids Free for Halloween
 
11:00 am Exquisite Corpse Art-A-Thon at GFAA
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11:00 am Exquisite Corpse Art-A-Thon at GFAA
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3:30 pm City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
6:30 pm North Central Baptist Church Trunk or Treat
6:00 pm First Christian Church of Lake Butler Trunk or Treat
10:00 am Trek Bicycle Gainesville Halloween Treats and Deal
 
 
 
 
 
 
11:30 am Public & General Family Friendly Halloween
 
 
 
 
 
 
2:00 pm Sweetwater Square Community Center: Fall Festival & Trick or Treat
 
 
 
 
 
 
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01Oct

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
02Oct

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
07Oct

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
13Oct

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 ...

14Oct

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
15Oct

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
17Oct

Haunted Trail In Search For Blackbeard’s Ghost

Come if you dare- on the haunted trail as we search for Blackbeard’s Ghost. Times run from 8 pm to ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 19358 SW State Road 47, Fort White, FL 32038-3406
  • Cost: $15 admission/ $5 for kids under 12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
18Oct

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

Haunted Trail In Search For Blackbeard’s Ghost

Come if you dare- on the haunted trail as we search for Blackbeard’s Ghost. Times run from 8 pm to ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 19358 SW State Road 47, Fort White, FL 32038-3406
  • Cost: $15 admission/ $5 for kids under 12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
21Oct

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
23Oct

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
24Oct

Haunted Trail In Search For Blackbeard’s Ghost

Come if you dare- on the haunted trail as we search for Blackbeard’s Ghost. Times run from 8 pm to ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 19358 SW State Road 47, Fort White, FL 32038-3406
  • Cost: $15 admission/ $5 for kids under 12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
25Oct

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Walking Tours

Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Join experienced rangers on a guided hike to learn about the park’s ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 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

Joy's Annual Arts & Crafts Show

Join us for Joy’s 14th Annual Arts & Crafts Show — a day full of handmade treasures, community fun, and ...

  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Alachua County Senior Recreation Center 5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Skate Station Funworks Halloween Candy Scramble

Candy Scramble and Costume Party! Prizes and candy for all! Candy Scramble at 3:30 pm

  • 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cross Connect Sports Kickoff Event

For ages K-8 | Indoor games and fun!

Haunted Trail In Search For Blackbeard’s Ghost

Come if you dare- on the haunted trail as we search for Blackbeard’s Ghost. Times run from 8 pm to ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 19358 SW State Road 47, Fort White, FL 32038-3406
  • Cost: $15 admission/ $5 for kids under 12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
26Oct

Wild Adventures Kids Free for Halloween

Free admission for kids! That’s right – Children 9 and under get in FREE this Sunday, October 26! Enjoy the ...

  • 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 3766 Old Clyattville Road, Valdosta, GA, 31601
  • Cost: Kids 9 & Under FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
28Oct

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 ...

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
29Oct

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 ...

North Central Baptist Church Trunk or Treat

Join us on Wednesday, October 29th, for Trunk or Treat! It’s trick or treating in the church parking lot – ...

  • 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 8001 NW 23rd Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free entry, Food truck purchases not included
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
30Oct

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 ...

First Christian Church of Lake Butler Trunk or Treat

Come join us for our trunk or treat event! We’ll have decorated trunks, bunches of candy and a bounce house ...

31Oct

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

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

Public & General Family Friendly Halloween

It's that time of the year when the moon glows brighter, ghosts whisper louder, and the world turns a little ...

  • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 1000 Northeast 16th Avenue, Building H Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission, Food and drink specials
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sweetwater Square Community Center: Fall Festival & Trick or Treat

This Halloween, Ice Ice Baby Express is rolling out for some Trick-or-Treating at Sweetwater Square’s Fall Festival! Come grab a ...

Cowart Farms LLC Trick or Treat

Help yourself to something sweet. Please be kind and leave something behind.

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