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.
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids
Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Storywoods Room 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch Make-It Monday: Embroidery Bookmarks
Make your own winter bookmark using plastic canvas and yarn! Freestyle your design or use available patterns.
- 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!
Do you ever just wish your kids would make their own dinner?! Your wish is our command! Give your kids ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: V Pizza 115 SE 1 St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: $20 includes one pizza per child/ticket and a beverage.
- Website: www.vpizza.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby 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, Free
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 ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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. ...
- 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 17450 NW County Road 239, Alachua, FL
- Cost: $40 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Impact Health 360: Holiday Market
Join us for our Annual Holiday Market — a festive celebration of Small Business Saturday and our incredible community of ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 2550 SW 76th St, Gainesville, FL 32608-0346
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: B is for Baby! for new and expecting parents and caregivers
Join us for a deluxe version of our regularly scheduled Baby Time program! In addition, we will have community organizations ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Toys Tour
Join the largest Toys Collection Charity/Event on the water! Toys Tour is a nonprofit company 501(3)C helping children who are ...
- 8:30 am
- Location: Riverfront Park, Palatka Florida
- Cost: Free
- Website: thetoystour.com
- Category: Holiday Events
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Homeschool Creators - High Springs Branch
Art and science explorations will be offered for homeschool children and teens on the first Friday of the month. These activities ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Santa Paws 5k-9 & 10k-9
The 4th Annual Santa Paws 5K-9 & 10K-9 is coming to town December 6th at Westside Park in Gainesville, Florida! We’re ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $38-$48
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
Toys Tour
Join the largest Toys Collection Charity/Event on the water! Toys Tour is a nonprofit company 501(3)C helping children who are ...
- 8:30 am
- Location: Riverfront Park, Palatka Florida
- Cost: Free
- Website: thetoystour.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Saint Francis Catholic Academy: Breakfast with Santa
Join us for a magical morning at Saint Francis Catholic Academy on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 8:30 AM to ...
- 8:30 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Saint Francis Catholic Academy, 4100 NW 115th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $7 for adults and $5 for children (K-8th Grade)
- Website: www.sfcawolves.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Toys Tour
Join the largest Toys Collection Charity/Event on the water! Toys Tour is a nonprofit company 501(3)C helping children who are ...
- 8:30 am
- Location: Riverfront Park, Palatka Florida
- Cost: Free
- Website: thetoystour.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Florida Gators Softball Winter Camps
The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following camps for winter of 2025 at the home of ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Sporting Events
Sensory Santa at the Oaks Mall
Santa is making an early pit stop on Sunday, December 7th, sneaking in before the mall even yawns awake! It's ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Oaks Mall (Belk Court) 6419 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, Florida, 32605
- Cost: See website for prices
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Special Needs
GLAM Holiday Craft Show
Come join us on Sunday, Dec. 7 for the 17th annual winter edition of GLAM Craft Show, once again at ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: glamcraftshow.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Other, Free
Festival at Fort King
Step into the early 1800s at the Festival at Fort King! Historic themed crafts, games, demonstrations, reenactments, artillery, archaeology, artists, ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark and Visitor Center 3925 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34470
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids
Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball
Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Online Event
- Cost: $8
- Website: www.heateducation.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Hawthorne Branch 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby 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, Free
Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch
Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...
- 10:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center Homeschool Winterfest
Come make fun winter crafts, hands-on activities, and play games with your Homeschool Friends!
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Baby Time - High Springs Branch
Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Christmas on Bridge Street White Springs
Annual Christmas on Bridge Street. Christmas Parade 6 pm Food, Crafts, Vendors, Live Christmas Music, Kids Zone and Santa!
- 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Suwannee Hardware & Feed 10572 Bridge Street, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
RSVP encouraged but not required. WHAT TO BRING Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Bring water, snacks, bug spray, ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe River Preserve 27025 North State Road 121, Alachua, FL, 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Trenton Jingle Bell Jog 5K
Celebrate the holiday season with a fun, festive & energetic morning on the Nature Coast Trail! The Jingle Bell Jog ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Trenton Train Depot Park 111 NW 4th Ave Trenton, FL 32693
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Jingle Bell Jog 5k and Holiday Social
Oh What Fun! Join us this holiday season for a family-friendly 5k jog around Haile Plantation! It'll be followed by ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: see website for location, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: FREE for Florida Track Club Members and $20 for non-members.
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
Ray's Reindeer Rumble- 3v3 Soccer Tournament
The Reindeer Rumble is right around the corner! Ray’s Reindeer Rumble, named for the legendary Ray Rivera, highlights quick-paced 3v3 games. Each ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Soccer Park 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.sportinggainesville.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Breakfast with Santa at Dave and Buster's
It's Time for Dave & Buster's Annual Breakfast with Santa! A Holly Jolly Magical Morning filled with fun & festivities for ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Dave and Buster's 3023 SW 45th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Santa Ticket (Breakfast & Play) $36.45, Elf Ticket (Breakfast Only) $29.76
- Website: www.prekindle.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Local Provisions Brunch with Santa
Step into a holiday wonderland at Local Provisions as Santa stops by for a magical and delicious family brunch. Our ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Local Provisions: 13005 SW 1st Rd, Suite 129, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Kids are $19.95 and adults are $34.95
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Gainesville Cars and Coffee
Gainesville Cars and Coffee is a gathering for automotive enthusiasts of all types from exotics and classics to imports and ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Whole Foods Market Parking Lot 3490 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Free
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Swamp Axe Co. Family Day Sunday
Make Sunday a Family Fun Day at Swamp Axe! Looking for a unique way to spend quality time with your ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 213 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: 50% off walk-in axe throwing for families with kids under 18!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Chatterbox Kids
Chatterbox Kids (under 3 years old) 10 am Come join us for an hour of sensory play and language stimulation with ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $45
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Gift Certificates and More Chicken Tender Week
Calling all Chicken Tender lovers! Chicken Tender Week kicks off Monday, December 15th and runs through Sunday, December 21st. Enjoy FREE ...
- 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Location: Zaxbys 7300 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: FREE 5 fingers with any meal purchase!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Storywoods Room 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Gingerbread House Workshop
Still searching for that perfect holiday decoration? Come craft a gingerbread house with us to take home! All materials provided. Still ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (HQ Makerspace Room) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Holiday Events, Library Programs, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Ichetucknee Springs State Park's Christmas Bird Count
Save the Date! Ichetucknee Springs State Park's Christmas Bird Count will be December 16th. What is the Christmas Bird Count? This is ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: More info to come
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot-FREE Day!
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch
It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby 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, Free
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
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. ...
- 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 17450 NW County Road 239, Alachua, FL
- Cost: $40 per child
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Farm and Forest Friends at Morningside Nature Center
Third Friday of each month, September–May, from 10 am-11 am. Meet at the pavilion at Morningside Nature Center Venture through the ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Morningside Nature Center 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: Cost: $5 for first child, $2.50 for each additional child in your group (must be accompanied by an adult)
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 MakerSpace - Millhopper Branch
Join us for a fun morning of making and crafting! Supplies provided, ages 6-11.
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Town of Fort White Breakfast with Santa
Town of Fort White Pancake Breakfast with Santa. Free pancake breakfast and visit with Santa for Fort White Elementary and ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Fort White Community Center - 17579 SW State Road 47 Fort White, FL 32038
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.fortwhitefl.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
BJ’s Brewhouse’s Santa's Pancakes for a Purpose
BJ’s Restaurant is hosting a fundraiser for Foster Florida on December 20th! Join us for Breakfast with Santa and family ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 6611 W Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $10 adults, $5 kids | cash only
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Metro Diner: Brunch with Santa
Santa's coming to town! Join us from 10 am to 2 pm on Sunday, December 21st for Brunch with Santa! Stop ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Metro Diner 2130 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Meet Santa at Gainesville Harley-Davidson
Santa’s rolling into Gainesville Harley! Join us for pictures and games with Santa, burgers & hotdogs hot off the grill, ...
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville Harley-Davidson, 4125 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: gainesvilleharley.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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
Gift Certificates and More Chicken Tender Week
Calling all Chicken Tender lovers! Chicken Tender Week kicks off Monday, December 15th and runs through Sunday, December 21st. Enjoy FREE ...
- 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Location: Zaxbys 7300 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: FREE 5 fingers with any meal purchase!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Paint a Gingerbread Man
Customize your own clay gingerbread man with paint and other craft supplies. Once you’re done, he can be fashioned into ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (HQ Makerspace Room) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Holiday Events, Library Programs, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball
Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Online Event
- Cost: $8
- Website: www.heateducation.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Candy Cane Cafe
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: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby 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, Free
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch
Get ready for a musical extravaganza! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses music to ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center
Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing 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
Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour
The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. It’s a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $45 | Ages 3-11 are $15 | Under 2 FREE
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Tours/Informational
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Splitz Bowling Homeschool Field Trip Days
Homeschool Field Trip Days! On the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, we offer special homeschool rates from 11:00 ...
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Play Tennis Gainesville Future Stars: Orange Ball 1
Clinic for older beginners or those new to the game. Focus on correct grips, ready position, shadow strokes, forehands, backhands, ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Friday Morning, and Saturday Afternoon* Designed for kids ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour
The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. It’s a ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Adults $45 | Ages 3-11 are $15 | Under 2 FREE
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Tours/Informational
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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
- 10:30 am
- Location: Zoom
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Other, Free
Dave's New York Deli Chess Club
Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...
- 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Depot Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
West End Community parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.parkrun.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
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, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Dudley Farm Historic State Park Tour
Join a Park Ranger or volunteer on an hour-long tour. Step back in time at this authentic farm that is ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Admission $5/per vehicle
- Website: www.friendsofdudleyfarm.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational
Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration
Bowling Saturday mornings 9:30 am-12 pm 2 Divisions Bantams: Ages 6-12 | Weekly Fee $8 Youth Classic: Ages 13-20 | Weekly Fee $10 Membership ...
- 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: Weekly Fee: $8 Bantams, Youth Classic $10
- Website: bowlsplitz.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Swamp Axe Co. Family Day Sunday
Make Sunday a Family Fun Day at Swamp Axe! Looking for a unique way to spend quality time with your ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 213 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: 50% off walk-in axe throwing for families with kids under 18!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Vintage Holidays Guided Tours of the Historic Haile Homestead
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead decorated for the holidays! The 1856 plantation house is unique in the Nation for ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $5 per person, under 12 free! Group tours available. Private weekday tours available: Fewer than 10 people, $10 per person; 10 or more, group rate of $4 per person.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Corks and Colors: All Ages Bunny
Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive 10 minutes early to choose your seat ...
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 3415 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $25 per person
- Website: www.corkscolors.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Sensory Story Time
Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of ...
- 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room, Meeting Room B) 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Play Tennis Gainesville Tiny Toons: Red Ball
A continuation of Tiny Toons 1 for players who have shown proficiency in basic strokes and can focus for an ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville High Performance: Yellow Ball 2
Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Play Tennis Gainesville Champions Green Ball
Players work on all strokes and begin to understand different spins (flat and topspin). The focus is on understanding first ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $12.00/class
- Website: www.playtennisgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Online Event
- Cost: $8
- Website: www.heateducation.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Gators Men's Basketball vs. Dartmouth College
Come support the Gators Men's Basketball team as they take on Dartmouth College!
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Baby 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, Free
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 ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time
Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch
Get ready for a musical extravaganza! Kids can sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses music to ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Come Build with ME
Enjoy using our construction kits to create 2D and 3D models. Welcome to building models with our exciting construction kits. An ...
- 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - New Years Eve Party
Welcome to the Sensory Studio. Let's celebrate New Year's Eve together! Open to ages 7 and under this week! 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
Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center
Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Alachua County Library: LegoSpace at Headquarters Branch
Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
