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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.


F4GK Playgroup

F4GK Playgroup

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids as we explore family fun destinations around Gainesville! New playgroups EVERY week! 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 week 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.
Harn Museum Nights: | Thursday, January 22nd 5-9pm

Harn Museum Nights: | Thursday, January 22nd 5-9pm

The Harn galleries are open every Thursday evening until 9 pm, providing an opportunity to browse current exhibitions on a weekday evening. Celebrate the Harn’s 35 anniversary with selected photographs from our collection addressing history, memory, identity, innovation, dreaming, war, the environment, family and joy with The Harn at 35: Recent Photography Acquisitions; or travel through Florida’s landscapes and explore the swamp with the works on display in the Florida Impressions: Gift of Samuel H. and Roberta T. Vickers exhibition. Click to learn more.
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Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.

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Events and programs for kids with special needs

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Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.

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Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.

Shows, Movies & Concerts

Family friendly shows and concerts

 

Library Programs

Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

Auditions/Tryouts

Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.

Other

Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category

Sporting Events

Sporting events and home games for local sports teams

Classes/Workshops/Clinics

One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families. 

Holiday Events

Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.

Pageants/Competitions

Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.

Ongoing Programs

Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.

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7:30 am Hero’s Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk
 
 
 
 
 
 
8:00 am Flatwoods 5K at UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest
 
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Empower Womens Physical Therapy: Birth Bootcamp
 
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
 
 
 
 
 
 
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8:00 am Florida Diabetes Camp 5K Color Run
3:00 pm Alachua County Library: Elementary Book Club at Headquarters Branch
9:00 am Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Guided Walking Tours
8:30 am JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale
9:00 am JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale
7:30 am Bikers on Parade - Honoring Veterans and First Responders
9:00 am Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment Living History Weekend
4:30 pm Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!
9:00 am Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
8:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
9:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
10:00 am Harn Museum Tot Time-Looking at Line
8:30 am Oak Hall Saturday Tours
9:00 am Micanopy Fall Festival
6:00 pm Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
9:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
8:30 am JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale
10:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers
10:00 am Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays for Homeschoolers - Fun at the Park
8:30 am Melrose Center Veterans Day
9:00 am Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
6:30 pm GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans
10:00 am Nest Learning of Gainesville Readers in the Making
9:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Big Dreamers
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Just Between Friends Legacy Park
9:00 am GROW HUB's Pop Up Markets
10:00 am CampusView Church Fall Festival
7:00 pm UF Women's Basketball vs University of North Florida
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Publix
10:00 am O2B Kids Homeschool Days
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Down on the Farm
10:30 am Alachua County Library Homeschool Creators - High Springs Branch
9:00 am City of Gainesville Veterans Day Flag Placing
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Haile Equestrian Cross Country Schooling
11:00 am Gift Certificates and More Pizza Week
9:00 am Veterans Day Celebration at Veterans Memorial Park
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Tram Tours (Accessible)
9:30 am Run with the Cops at Santa Fe College
9:00 am Balance180 Gym Open Play
7:30 am Joey’s Wings 5k and Kids Obstacle Run
8:00 am Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Boulware Springs Nature Park
4:00 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Pop-up Museum: Florida's First Feast
9:00 am City of Newberry Veterans Day Tribute
8:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
9:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Legos in the Park
8:00 am Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child: Pumpkin Run 5K
8:30 am JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale
6:00 pm Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball vs. Florida Gateway College
9:00 am Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
9:30 am Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center PEEPs: Leaves
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Outdoor Kitchen
10:00 am Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville presents Homeschool Community Day: Let’s Take a Hike
9:00 am The Children's Table: Free Gardening Class
9:00 am Gators March For Babies
6:00 pm Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
9:00 am High Springs Museum Veterans Day Service
10:00 am O2B Kids Homeschool Days
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
11:00 am Gift Certificates and More Pizza Week
9:00 am Market On Main: Meet and Greet with Santa
9:00 am Gatorball High School Summer Team Tryouts
6:30 pm GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans
9:30 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup at Red House Ranch (formerly Coon Hollo)
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Give A Hoot
11:00 am Gift Certificates and More Pizza Week
12:00 pm Ocala Holiday Craft Show
9:00 am Stride Color 5K
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8:00 am Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Lundgren Moccasin Creek Preserve
12:00 pm KBCH Career Seminar Series - Environmental Engineering
9:00 am Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Guided Walking Tours
Santa Fe Saints Women's Basketball vs. Wayne County Community College
9:00 am Balance180 Gym Open Play
8:00 am Deep Creek Game Farm Thanksgiving Farm Swap
8:15 am Pre-Nursing Student Association: Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk
3:00 pm Alachua County Library: Elementary Book Club at Headquarters Branch
9:00 am Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot-FREE Day!
8:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
6:00 am Chick-fil-A Alachua FL Cows Eat Free Opening Day
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Turkey Fun at the Park
8:00 am St Johns River Center FREE Kids Fishing Clinic
9:00 am Haile Equestrian Home Show
4:00 pm Studio Ghibli Fest presents The Boy and the Heron
9:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
9:00 am The Children's Table: Free Gardening Class
9:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Tram Tours (Accessible)
10:30 am Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park: Wood Stove Cooking
8:30 am Haile Farmer's Market Fall Harvest Festival
10:00 am Infinity Con Gainesville
5:00 pm Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. : Kids Yoga
10:30 am Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch
9:00 am P.K. Yonge Tours
10:15 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Cade Museum - Little Sparks
11:00 am Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: The Feeling Friends Puppet Show
8:30 am Friends of Feast Fest at Alachua County Farmers' Market
10:00 am Gainesville Downtown Festival and Art Show
6:00 pm Career Launch Intensive
10:30 am Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Sensory Adventures
9:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Big Dreamers
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch
11:00 am Alachua County Library Homeschool MakerSpace - Millhopper Branch
8:30 am Girls on the Run 5K
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8:00 am Chomp in the Swamp: The Dazzlers Fall Series
12:00 pm Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Break Skates
9:00 am Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox BIG Kids
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Tram Tours (Accessible)
7:30 am Thanksgiving Day, 5K parkrun
8:00 am D1 Training Gainesville Gobble & Grind
License Free Fishing Day
9:00 am Holy Trinity Holiday Bazaar
5:00 pm Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. : Kids Yoga
10:00 am Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Hawthorne Branch
8:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
8:00 am Cedar Key Turkey Trot
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Thanksgiving Tours
8:30 am Gainesville Post Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K
9:00 am Alachua County Forever Anniversary Hike at Watermelon Pond Preserve
5:30 pm Santa Fe Saints Women's Basketball vs. Tallahassee State College
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch
10:00 am O2B Kids Homeschool Days
8:30 am Turkey Trot Trail 5k & 10k
10:30 am La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting
9:00 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Walking Tours
10:30 am Victory Chapel CFM Thanksgiving Family Dinner
6:00 pm Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
10:30 am Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Sensory Adventures
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Gobble Gobble
11:00 am Trinity Episcopal Church Melrose: Thanksgiving in the Park
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Black Friday
9:00 am Gainesville Garden Club Holiday Market
11:00 am GGIC International Food and Craft Market
6:00 pm Easton Newberry Archery Center Archery Showcase
10:30 am Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch
12:00 pm Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Break Skates
1:00 pm High Springs Lions Club Thanksgiving Feast
11:00 am Aimee's Acres Meet & Greet Mr. & Mrs Santa
9:00 am Jolly’s Home for the Holidays Market
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12:00 pm Studio TM: Holiday Mugs
 
 
 
 
 
 
12:00 pm Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
 
 
 
 
 
 
12:30 pm Corks and Colors: All Ages Mushrooms
 
 
 
 
 
 
1:00 pm Painting with a Twist: Kid's Class! Cute Corgi
 
 
 
 
 
 
1:00 pm Girl Scout Daisies, Unicorn Party in Gainesville
 
 
 
 
 
 
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01Nov

Hero’s Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk

Join us for the first annual Hero’s Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk — a community celebration of wellness, unity, and gratitude! ...

Flatwoods 5K at UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest

The Flatwoods 5K is touted by many local runners as Gainesville’s most beautiful, memorable 5K venue, run just after sunrise ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest 10625 NE Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Registration is $20. Runners 12 years and under race for free.
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Empower Womens Physical Therapy: Birth Bootcamp

This class is open to anyone in the community who is pregnant and expecting a baby! A collaboration of Pelvic ...

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 ...

Easton Newberry Archery Center: Sunny 600 - National Scholarship Indoor Tour

Want to earn a scholarship or help support the next generation of archers? Register now for the Sunny 600! A portion ...

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02Nov

Florida Diabetes Camp 5K Color Run

The Florida Diabetes Camp 5K Color Run is Gainesville’s most colorful race of the year, designed to celebrate community, fitness, ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Flavet Field- University of Florida Woodlawn Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: www.aeduf.org
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment Living History Weekend

The 36th Annual Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment and Living History Weekend is almost here. This long-running re-enactment event ...

Micanopy Fall Festival

Micanopy is the town that time forgot. This quiet little town bustles with activity as the vendors pour into town ...

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 ...

CampusView Church Fall Festival

Come enjoy the fall weather this Sunday at our Fall Festival! We’ll have worship, games, food, and a bounce house ...

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03Nov

Alachua County Library: Elementary Book Club at Headquarters Branch

Please join a group from the University of Florida as we read and discuss popular books at the 3rd-5th grade ...

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 ...

Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans

Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for ...

UF Women's Basketball vs University of North Florida

Come out to the O’Dome on Monday, November 3rd as Gator Women’s Basketball takes on UNF! Tipoff is at 7:00 ...

  • 7:00 pm
  • Location: Exactech Arena at UF Stephen C. O'Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, Florida 32611
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
04Nov

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Publix

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a tour of Publix! We're going behind the scenes at Publix Westgate Shopping Center. ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Publix Westgate Shopping Center 3315 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607-2539
  • Cost: Free but registration is required
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
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05Nov

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Guided Walking Tours

Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Join experienced rangers on a guided nighttime hike, to learn ...

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 ...

JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale

Presale November 5th | Public Sale November 6-9 | Legacy Park in Alachua | Save up to 90% below retail ...

  • 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: Free- $45 Depending On Time/Day
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Big Dreamers

Our Waldorf inspired program aims at offering to the children opportunities to ignite their inner creativity and sense of wonder. ...

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 ...

View All 17 Events For November 05
06Nov

JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale

Presale November 5th | Public Sale November 6-9 | Legacy Park in Alachua | Save up to 90% below retail ...

  • 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: Free- $45 Depending On Time/Day
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers

Our Waldorf inspired program aims at offering to the children opportunities to ignite their inner creativity and sense of wonder. ...

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Down on the Farm

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

View All 13 Events For November 06
07Nov

JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale

Presale November 5th | Public Sale November 6-9 | Legacy Park in Alachua | Save up to 90% below retail ...

  • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: Free- $45 Depending On Time/Day
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Harn Museum Tot Time-Looking at Line

Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy ...

Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays for Homeschoolers - Fun at the Park

Friendship Fridays is a ministry of Gainesville Baptist Church with the purpose of giving homeschooling families in our community the ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Just Between Friends Legacy Park

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a day of shopping! We're heading to the JBF sale in Legacy Park with ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd, Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: If you sign up, you will get FREE admission!
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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08Nov

Bikers on Parade - Honoring Veterans and First Responders

American Hometown Veteran Assist is a dedicated nonprofit rooted in compassion and effectiveness. Through emergency assistance, outreach, scholarships, and data-backed ...

Oak Hall Saturday Tours

Each spring, Oak Hall hosts monthly Saturday Tours for families to visit campus for an immersive experience the whole family ...

Melrose Center Veterans Day

Join us Saturday, November 8th! 8:30 am Melrose Center for Meet and Greet 9:30 am Walk to Heritage Park Dedication. Ceremony for ...

GROW HUB's Pop Up Markets

Our events include art vendors, plenty of plants for sale, food, music, an opportunity to feed our donkeys, and more! All ...

City of Gainesville Veterans Day Flag Placing

Join us to honor the Veterans buried at Evergreen Cemetery. Help place a flag on each of the 1,100 graves ...

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09Nov

Haile Equestrian Cross Country Schooling

Come ride with us and build confidence out on course! Our Cross Country Schooling Day is perfect for riders of ...

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Boulware Springs Nature Park

Join Mia Keriazes and Preston Ballard for a sparrow walk at Boulware! Non-members are always welcome. Here are some items to consider ...

JBF Gainesville Kids and Maternity MEGA Fall Sale

Presale November 5th | Public Sale November 6-9 | Legacy Park in Alachua | Save up to 90% below retail ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: Free- $45 Depending On Time/Day
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Gators March For Babies

Attention all supporters of healthy babies and strong families in Gainesville, FL, and the surrounding areas. This is a volunteer-Led, Community ...

Gatorball High School Summer Team Tryouts

Summer Team Tryouts are set for Sunday, November 9th. Open to athletes graduating in 2026, 2027, 2028, or 2029 — come ...

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10Nov

Gift Certificates and More Pizza Week

GCM Pizza Week is back! Starting Monday, November 10th-Sunday, November 16th enjoy GREAT Pizza deals ALL over Gainesville. Here are the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Florida Museum of Natural History Pop-up Museum: Florida's First Feast

Meet us at the farmers market! While you’re browsing local vendors and artisans at the Grove Street Farmers Market, look ...

Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball vs. Florida Gateway College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Men's Basketball team!

Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans

Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for ...

View All 6 Events For November 10
11Nov

Veterans Day Celebration at Veterans Memorial Park

The Veteran Memorial Committee is excited to work with Alachua County Veteran Services again this year for a wonderful Veterans’ ...

City of Newberry Veterans Day Tribute

The City of Newberry invites you to our annual Veterans Day Tribute as we come together to honor the brave ...

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 ...

High Springs Museum Veterans Day Service

Location Changed to the High Springs Civic Center Due to Weather Concerns! 1918: The armistice to end World War I was ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup at Red House Ranch (formerly Coon Hollo)

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Homeschool day at Red House Ranch (formerly Coon Hollo) New name, but all the ...

  • 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 22480 Highway 441 N Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: Admission is $8 for ages 4 and up!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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12Nov

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Tram Tours (Accessible)

Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Visitors with mobility challenges and their companions can join ...

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 ...

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center PEEPs: Leaves

Welcome to our new preschool environmental education program series (PEEPs)! This monthly program offers an opportunity for preschool-aged kids to ...

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Give A Hoot

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

View All 18 Events For November 12
13Nov

Run with the Cops at Santa Fe College

Run with the Cops is back! Join us Thursday, November 13, at 9:30 a.m. on the Santa Fe College track ...

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Outdoor Kitchen

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

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Gift Certificates and More Pizza Week

GCM Pizza Week is back! Starting Monday, November 10th-Sunday, November 16th enjoy GREAT Pizza deals ALL over Gainesville. Here are the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other
View All 24 Events For November 13
14Nov

Balance180 Gym Open Play

Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones 5 ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Legos in the Park

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Greentree Park. We're playing with Legos! Bring your own, or ...

Carolina Kids Co-Op Gainesville presents Homeschool Community Day: Let’s Take a Hike

Join us for a slow-paced, kid-friendly hike to celebrate National Take A Hike Day! Let’s enjoy the beautiful Autumn weather ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Little Awesome Preserve 5682 SW County Road 138, Fort White, FL
  • Cost: Free and open to all homeschoolers
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Gift Certificates and More Pizza Week

GCM Pizza Week is back! Starting Monday, November 10th-Sunday, November 16th enjoy GREAT Pizza deals ALL over Gainesville. Here are the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
  • Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Ocala Holiday Craft Show

The 3rd Annual Ocala Holiday Craft Show Returns for Three Days! Ocala’s largest indoor Holiday Craft Show is back November ...

  • 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: World Equestrian Center Expo Center 1 1284 NW 87th Court Rd, Ocala FL, 34482
  • Cost: Advance Tickets: $6, Box Office Tickets: $8, Kids 12 & Under: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other
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15Nov

Joey’s Wings 5k and Kids Obstacle Run

The 11th annual Joey’s Wings 5k & Obstacle Run will be on November 15th, 2025, at Santa Fe College! Race starts ...

  • 7:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Santa Fe College (Charles R. Perry Construction Institute) Building O, NW 91st St Gainesville, FL US 32606
  • Cost: Starting at $25
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Races/Walks/Runs

Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child: Pumpkin Run 5K

100% of the proceeds from the Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child® goes to feed hungry children in Alachua County ...

The Children's Table: Free Gardening Class

FREE Gardening Classes – Join Us at Two Hawk Hammock! We’re thrilled to announce that The Children’s Table is hosting FREE ...

Market On Main: Meet and Greet with Santa

Holiday cheer is rolling into Market On Main! Bring the whole family for a magical meet-and-greet with Santa on November ...

Stride Color 5K

STR;DE is a 5k color run arranged by Buchholz High School DECA. This run is in honor of Ryan Howell ...

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16Nov

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Lundgren Moccasin Creek Preserve

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Alachua County Forever Program, the Alachua County Environmental Protection Department has invited Alachua ...

Pre-Nursing Student Association: Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk

Lace up your sneakers — it’s Turkey Trot time! Join us for the 5K Run & Walk hosted by the ...

Haile Equestrian Home Show

Join us for the Haile Equestrian Home Show – Fall Edition on Sunday, November 16th, 2025! - All riding levels welcome! - ...

Infinity Con Gainesville

Infinity Con returns to the Alachua County Sports and Events Center in 2025 for 2 days of comic books, art, ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Downtown Festival and Art Show

Join us for North Florida's Largest Free Street Festival! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 15, and Sunday, November 16, from ...

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17Nov

KBCH Career Seminar Series - Environmental Engineering

Join us at the Career Seminar Series, where teens explore the fascinating ways people make a living. Our November speaker, Jim ...

Alachua County Library: Elementary Book Club at Headquarters Branch

Please join a group from the University of Florida as we read and discuss popular books at the 3rd-5th grade ...

Studio Ghibli Fest presents The Boy and the Heron

After losing his mother during World War II, young Mahito moves to his family’s estate in the countryside. There, a ...

Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. : Kids Yoga

Join us for the Kids Yoga class on Mondays at 5:00 pm- 5:30 pm EST. This class is a great ...

Career Launch Intensive

Ready to launch into your DREAM career? Join Dream on Purpose and LYFEhouse as we host our seventh annual Career ...

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18Nov

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch

Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your ...

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, ...

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19Nov

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Guided Walking Tours

Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Join experienced rangers on a guided nighttime hike, to learn ...

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 ...

The Children's Table: Free Gardening Class

FREE Gardening Classes – Join Us at Two Hawk Hammock! We’re thrilled to announce that The Children’s Table is hosting FREE ...

P.K. Yonge Tours

High School Tours Join us for a short High School Admissions Session and Tour. Register to attend a High School Admissions ...

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Big Dreamers

Our Waldorf inspired program aims at offering to the children opportunities to ignite their inner creativity and sense of wonder. ...

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20Nov

Santa Fe Saints Women's Basketball vs. Wayne County Community College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Women's Basketball team!

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Santa Fe College Gymnasium 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $5 General Admission | $3 Children under 12, Senior Citizens (55+), Veterans, UF & other college students w/ID | Free - SF Faculty, Staff, Students, & Retirees (W/ID) | Cash Only
  • Website: www.santafesaints.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Chick-fil-A Alachua FL Cows Eat Free Opening Day

Get ready, Alachua – Chick-fil-A Alachua is opening on November 20! To celebrate, anyone who dresses in cow spots – ...

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 ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Cade Museum - Little Sparks

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at the Cade Museum! Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Admission $15 adults. Youth (ages 5-17) $10. Ages 0-4 years free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

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21Nov

Balance180 Gym Open Play

Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones 5 ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Turkey Fun at the Park

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup with Turkey Fun in the park. Turkey crafts, Turkey games. Come ...

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park: Wood Stove Cooking

Experience the sights, smells and sounds of cooking on a wood-burning stove in the kitchen where Cross Creek Cookery was ...

  • 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park ,18700 S. County Road 325, Cross Creek, FL 32640
  • Cost: Event is free with paid park entry fee of $3.00 per vehicle.
  • Website: marjoriekinnanrawlings.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: The Feeling Friends Puppet Show

Local author Karen White Porter will be presenting a puppet show featuring The Feeling Friends, characters from her "I Feel ...

Alachua County Library Homeschool MakerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us for a fun morning of making and crafting! Supplies provided, ages 6-11.

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22Nov

Deep Creek Game Farm Thanksgiving Farm Swap

Come spend the day with us and explore local gifts, food, fresh produce, and animals! We’ll have a delicious food ...

St Johns River Center FREE Kids Fishing Clinic

Join us here in the courtyard to experience a FREE Kids Fishing Clinic! On November 22nd, children ages 6 to ...

Haile Farmer's Market Fall Harvest Festival

It’s that time of the year again! Join us Saturday morning from 8:30 AM - Noon for our Fall Harvest ...

Friends of Feast Fest at Alachua County Farmers' Market

Join us for local goods to prepare your best meal yet, community vibes, live music, and shop other local vendors. ...

Girls on the Run 5K

Girls on the Run 5K - Greater Alachua

  • 8:30 am
  • Location: Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: 16 and Older $20, 15 and Younger $15
  • Website: www.gotrnefl.org
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs
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23Nov

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 ...

Holy Trinity Holiday Bazaar

Designer seasonal decorations, collectibles, attic treasures and gifts, jewelry, fine arts and pottery, baked good and more! November 21-23, 2025 Opening night, ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 100 NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601-5379
  • Cost: Friday Donations $5 at the door, Saturday and Sunday Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Other

Alachua County Forever Anniversary Hike at Watermelon Pond Preserve

Alachua County invites the community to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Alachua County Forever land conservation program with a ...

Victory Chapel CFM Thanksgiving Family Dinner

We want to invite you to our annual Thanksgiving Dinner at Church, November 23rd, following our morning service.

GGIC International Food and Craft Market

Enjoy traditional dishes from around the world prepared by local home chefs, art and games by local creators, and great ...

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
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24Nov

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Break Skates

Thanksgiving Break Skates November 24-26 & 28

Health Education and Training Center of Gainesville, Inc. : Kids Yoga

Join us for the Kids Yoga class on Mondays at 5:00 pm- 5:30 pm EST. This class is a great ...

Santa Fe Saints Women's Basketball vs. Tallahassee State College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Women's Basketball team!

  • 5:30 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College Gymnasium 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $5 General Admission | $3 Children under 12, Senior Citizens (55+), Veterans, UF & other college students w/ID | Free - SF Faculty, Staff, Students, & Retirees (W/ID) | Cash Only
  • Website: www.santafesaints.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Magic Monday-Magic: The Gathering CCG (Modern) at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Easton Newberry Archery Center Archery Showcase

At our showcase, you'll engage in archery just for fun and perhaps discover something more! Come and try the sport ...

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25Nov

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 ...

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Hawthorne Branch

Story Time for babies designed to engage very young children with language-building play, music, and stories. Pre-literacy activities presented in ...

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

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, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

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26Nov

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Tram Tours (Accessible)

Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Visitors with mobility challenges and their companions can join ...

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 ...

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Gobble Gobble

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

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Break Skates

Thanksgiving Break Skates November 24-26 & 28

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27Nov

Thanksgiving Day, 5K parkrun

Join us at the East Overlook at Depot Park for a FREE 5K on Thanksgiving morning! Please register online at ...

Cedar Key Turkey Trot

A 5k race (3.1 miles) where participants can either run or walk. The event is meant to be a fun ...

Turkey Trot Trail 5k & 10k

We are BACK with our annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day!! This year we are once again partnering with Critter ...

Trinity Episcopal Church Melrose: Thanksgiving in the Park

Welcome All Annual Celebration Thanksgiving Day. Thanksgiving Meals will be passed out in Heritage Park from 11:00-1:00 or until meals ...

High Springs Lions Club Thanksgiving Feast

You have been invited to Join us at The High Springs Lions Club for a Thanksgiving Feast. Club will be open ...

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28Nov

D1 Training Gainesville Gobble & Grind

Kick off your Black Friday morning with a sweat instead of shopping bags! Join D1 Training Gainesville on Friday, November 28 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Thanksgiving Tours

Booking Holiday tours now on our website. This Thanksgiving, experience the magic! Walk or Ride Tours on Friday, November 28 ...

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. | Fourth Friday at 10:30 a.m. Zoom

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Black Friday

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

Aimee's Acres Meet & Greet Mr. & Mrs Santa

Kick off the Christmas season at Aimees Acres! Santa & Mrs. Claus are stopping by for a special meet-and-greet! - Snap ...

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29Nov

License Free Fishing Day

License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take ...

Gainesville Post Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K

Thanksgiving attire, furry friends, and canned goods donations welcome! 8:30 am Registration | 9 am Start

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 ...

Gainesville Garden Club Holiday Market

Shop for the holidays! Featuring: local artisans, crafters, plant and food vendors.

Jolly’s Home for the Holidays Market

Join us for Home for the Holidays – a Christmas market filled with antiques, unique collectibles, delicious baked goods, and ...

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30Nov

Studio TM: Holiday Mugs

This is holidays, this is holidays, holidays, holidays! It’s time to decorate mugs with your favorite winter imaginations: even winter crossovers ...

Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Board Games Open Play at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Corks and Colors: All Ages Mushrooms

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive 10 minutes early to choose your seat ...

Painting with a Twist: Kid's Class! Cute Corgi

Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...

Girl Scout Daisies, Unicorn Party in Gainesville

Come play, do some crafts and learn about joining Girl Scouts! Step into a world of sparkle and imagination at ...

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free
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