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Gainesville Family Events Calendar

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November

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

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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! ...

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

High Springs Veterans Day Celebration

Join us as the community comes together to honor those who have fought for our freedom. We will have a picnic ...

  • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Catherine Taylor Park 18100 SE Douglas St, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Painting with a Twist: Kid's Class! Holiday Friends

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

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: Holiday Events

Studio TM: Thankful Mugs

It’s time to bring your imagination to life - it’s time to celebrate thankfulness! What are you thankful for? Maybe ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $80 (1 adult and child, additional children are $30 and can be added via add-on)
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Chick-fil-A at Archer Road Thanksgiving Family Night

Gather around the table with us TONIGHT for Thanksgiving Family Night! Join us Tuesday, November 4th from 5:00–7:00 PM at our ...

  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Only at dine-in location! 3938 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free 5-count nugget meal for children under 10 with the purchase of a regular priced entree!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

Christmas Tales with Santa! Every Tuesday, starting November 4th! One reservation is needed per family.

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Apple Pie Adventure

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Today's theme is Apple Pie Adventure. Process art and Sensory stations ...

  • 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: Holiday Events

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 ...

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 ...

  • 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Amvets Post 88 of Florida 10050 Florida 24 Archer, FL 32618
  • Cost: Free to watch parade - $28.52-$44.52 to ride in
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

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 ...

Gainesville Garden Club: Veterans Garden Tour

Enjoy a patriotic-inspired day at 4 gardens in Fort White, Florida on Saturday, November 8 from 9 am to 12 ...

Studio TM: Thankful Mugs

It’s time to bring your imagination to life - it’s time to celebrate thankfulness! What are you thankful for? Maybe ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $80 (1 adult and child, additional children are $30 and can be added via add-on)
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gainesville Community Band Veterans Concert for a Cause

Come celebrate Veteran's Day with the Gainesville Community Band as we play songs in tribute to our Veterans and also ...

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 ...

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 ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: Newberry’s Veteran’s Memorial at Lois Forte Park, 120 NW 260th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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’ ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Place, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Williston Veteran’s Day Celebration

The City of Williston will be "Honoring all who Served" on Tuesday, November 11th at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Park. Please ...

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

Christmas Tales with Santa! Every Tuesday, starting November 4th! One reservation is needed per family.

Corks and Colors Clay Day: Snowman

Class is 6:30-8:30pm is perfect for people with any level of experience— even if you’ve never touched clay before!. Arrive 10 ...

BHS Jazz Bands Veterans Day Concert

Celebrate Veterans Day with the smooth sounds of the BHS Jazz Bands at Celebration Pointe! Join us Thursday, November 13 ...

Family Caregiver Conversations: Holidays

TOPIC: Holidays and Heartache: Navigating Emotions and Expectations as a Caregiver Feeling torn between caregiving and holiday expectations? You’re not alone. ...

Tioga Movie Night Experience: Frozen with Special Guest, Elsa

Join us for a very special movie night, starting with a guest Character visit featuring the one & only, ELSA! ...

Santa Fe College Songs of the Season

Get into the holiday spirit early as the Santa Fe Singers, joined by special guests from the Gainesville Youth Chorus, ...

  • 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College Fine Arts Hall: 3000 NW 83rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Town of Tioga 13085 SW 1st Lane, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $40 (Price increases after October 31, 2025)
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Market On Main, right next to Bev's Better Burgers, Main Street, Downtown Alachua, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Anderson Memorial Church of God in Christ Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner

Anderson Memorial Church of God in Christ will be serving free Thanksgiving Dinners to the community!

Studio TM: Gingerbread Houses

Let’s keep the gingerbread house year-round - sweet, pretty, and perfect front entry decoration! Come join us as a part ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $80 (1 adult and child, additional children are $30 and can be added via add-on)
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

1000 Voices of Florida, INC: Veteran's Day Celebration Luncheon

We invite all local veterans and their families to be honored on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 12 pm. This ...

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 ...

  • 8:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Pre-sale registration: $20
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Studio TM: Holiday Frames

Now’s your chance to make your custom frame to hold your favorite pictures and place them on display just in ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $80 (1 adult and child, additional children are $30 and can be added via add-on)
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Concerned Citizens of Newberry Thanksgiving Community Celebration

The Concerned Citizens of Newberry is hosting our annual Thanksgiving Community Celebration. Come out to share a delicious meal with ...

  • 3:00 pm
  • Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center 25515 NW 6th Ave Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Studio TM: Thankful Mugs

It’s time to bring your imagination to life - it’s time to celebrate thankfulness! What are you thankful for? Maybe ...

  • 4:00 pm
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $80 (1 adult and child, additional children are $30 and can be added via add-on)
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for more than 40 years! Grammy Award winner ...

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

Christmas Tales with Santa! Every Tuesday, starting November 4th! One reservation is needed per family.

Gainesville Woman's Club Festival of Trees Holiday Open House

2025 Festival of Trees "An Old-Fashioned Christmas"

UF School of Music presents Sounds of the Season - Traditions

77th Sounds of the Season: Traditions | For the very first time the Sounds of the Season will be presented ...

  • 7:30 pm
  • Location: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Free and open to the public. Ticket required.
  • Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Holiday Events

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, ...

  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 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

UF School of Music presents Sounds of the Season - Traditions

77th Sounds of the Season: Traditions | For the very first time the Sounds of the Season will be presented ...

  • 7:30 pm
  • Location: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Free and open to the public. Ticket required.
  • Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

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. ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Alachua County Farmers' Market 5920 NW 13th St. Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holy Family Catholic Church Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair

Holy Family Catholic Church Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair

Bass Pro Shops Yuletide Breakfast with Santa

Join us on November 22nd at 9 AM for a special free breakfast for families with Santa! One Yuletide Breakfast ...

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

Victory Chapel CFM Thanksgiving Family Dinner

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

Thanksgiving In The Park

You are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving with our town, Sunday, November 23rd at 11 am. This worship service and a ...

Sequential Artists Workshop Comics for Teens - Holiday Session

Do you have a teen artist in Gainesville who loves comics? Whether they’re just getting started or already deep into ...

  • 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Break Skates

Thanksgiving Break Skates November 24-26 & 28

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Break Skates

Thanksgiving Break Skates November 24-26 & 28

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

Christmas Tales with Santa! Every Tuesday, starting November 4th! One reservation is needed per family.

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 ...

  • 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: Holiday Events

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Break Skates

Thanksgiving Break Skates November 24-26 & 28

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Germain's Chicken Sandwiches Friendsgiving Event

The 3rd annual Friendsgiving event, a free event for the community. Music By: DJ R.U.S, DJ Zion Orpheus, Pepito Von Dracula ...

Thanksgiving Day, 5K parkrun

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

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: Depot Park (East Overlook) 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: The Prickly Palm 495 2nd St, Cedar Key, FL
  • Cost: Donations only. All proceeds will benefit Cedar Key School.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 8:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW Co Rd 231 Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $30-$45
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Melrose Heritage Park 300 FL-26, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: Free to all, everyone is welcome
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm
  • Location: High Springs Lions Club 26900 West US Hwy 27 High Springs, Florida 32643
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: D1 Training Gainesville, 4600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

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 ...

Skate Station Funworks Thanksgiving Break Skates

Thanksgiving Break Skates November 24-26 & 28

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $15.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Corks and Colors: Ornaments

Open 12-9pm Friday 11/28 for Walk Ins Paint your own pottery or canvas. Most people spend about 2 hours painting so ...

Gainesville Post Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K

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

The Home Depot Kids Workshops-Teddy Bear Ornament

Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us from 9 am-12 pm for this fun, ...

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 ...

Gainesville Garden Club Holiday Market

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

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Garden Club, 1350 NW 75th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ggcfl.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Cross Point Church of God Thanksgiving & Christmas Dinner

Join us for our Thanksgiving & Christmas Dinner at Cross Point Church of God on Sunday, November 30th at 5 ...

  • 5:00 pm
  • Location: Cross Point Church of God 1001 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission, all are welcome!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events