Gainesville Family Events Calendar
The Fun 4 Gator Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Gainesville area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event
PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.
Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.
Events and programs for kids with special needs
Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.
Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.
Family friendly shows and concerts
Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.
Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.
Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category
Sporting events and home games for local sports teams
One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families.
Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.
Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.
Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.
Family friendly sales events such as consignment sales, book sales, and plant sales
Smart Start at Zion Christmas
Friends, November flew by and we are excited to announce our wait for the next class is almost over! Christmas ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Suggested donation: $5 per family
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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 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
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
Santa Fe Inferno Softball White 10U Tryouts
Do you currently play for us and want to come back in the spring for some more fun? Are you unhappy ...
- 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Champions Park Of Newberry 24617 SW 30th Ave, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free tryout
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts
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 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 am
- 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
Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum
Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134 Avenue, Archer, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Other, 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
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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - The Gingerbread Man
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 Park Play Pals
Join the fun with this FREE playgroup tailored for awesome youth with special needs, led by our pals from Alachua ...
- 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: alachua.recdesk.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Special Needs, Free
Matheson History Museum Cocoa & Culture: Sweet Stories from Trinidad to St. Augustine
Join Dr. Clarissa Carr and graduate researcher Anthea Grant of the University of Florida Historic Preservation Program for a fascinating ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Other, Free
Gainesville Master Chorale presents Hurry Up, Holidays
Free holiday choral concert featuring the University of Florida Choral Union and the Gainesville Master Chorale.
- 7:30 pm
- Location: University Auditorium 333 Newell Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym
Open Gym Schedule for the week of 12/01 - 12/07
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Trees
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, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Tiny Tot Bundles: Meet Santa & Holiday Photo Sessions
Santa is coming to Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us for a magical Meet & Greet + Photo Session with Santa ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free event · No registration required
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Skate Station Funworks
Calling all Homeschoolers, come to Skate Station. Tiny Tots is now new and improved! They have expanded the age to ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission is $10 per child.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
Tri-County Outreach Thrift Store Christmas Sidewalk Sale
Lots of Christmas decor, name brand jackets, coats and jeans. Don't forget Side Walk has been changed to Friday due ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 708 N Main St, Chiefland, FL 32626-1102
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays
Friendship Fridays is a ministry of Gainesville Baptist Church developed with the purpose of giving homeschooling families in our community ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Gainesville Baptist Church, 3570 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free and Open to the Public
- Website: www.gainesvillebaptistchurch.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Ongoing Programs, Free
Tiny Tot Bundles: Meet Santa & Holiday Photo Sessions
Santa is coming to Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us for a magical Meet & Greet + Photo Session with Santa ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free event · No registration required
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Christkindlmarkt at Blackadder Brewing
It's the most wonderful time of the year...Time for our 9th Annual Christkindlmarkt! Join us for our outdoor holiday market featuring ...
- 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Blackadder Brewing, 618-A NW 60th St, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.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
The Little Cafe Santa Visit
Quick Santa Update! We really wanted to offer tickets to reserve spots to see Santa, but with our little café ...
- 9:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 203 NW 1st ST Trenton, FL 32693
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Elite Baseball Tryouts
9u-10u Spring 2026 Tryouts Thursday, December 4 at 6 pm Champions Park 11u-12u Spring 2026 Tryouts Friday, December 5 at 6 pm Champions Park 13u-18u Spring/Summer ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: see description for exact locations, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.elitebaseballfl.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free
Florida Gators Baseball Winter Prospect Camp
The Florida Gators Baseball program is pleased to be offering our Winter Prospect Camp. This camp is designed to help ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Condron Ballpark 2800 Citrus Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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
CityLight's Christmas Celebration benefiting Alachua County Toys for Tots
We love partnering with Alachua County USMCR Toys For Tots and their goal to bring hope to children every Christmas. ...
- 9:15 am
- Location: CityLight Church 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: citylightgnv.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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
Lake Area Bible Church presents The Night to Remember
LABC’s annual Christmas production filled with music, captivating story, and dance! Join us and invite someone for The Night to Remember. Saturday, ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 7085 CR-214, Melrose, FL 32666-8941
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
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
Smart Start at Zion Christmas
Friends, November flew by and we are excited to announce our wait for the next class is almost over! Christmas ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Suggested donation: $5 per family
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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
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 am
- 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
Home With Dee Homeschool Services Holiday Classes
Come join us on an adventure back in time to discover how some of our most treasured holiday traditions were ...
- 11:30 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $82.50 per child for all 6 classes or $13.75 per class and you pick and choose what you can come to.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Archer Farmers Market: Holiday Market
Mark your December calendars for the Holiday Festival. Farmers | Artisans | Crafters | Food | Family Friendly
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Nintendo Switch Free Play
Battle, race, and dance your way through a lineup of fan-favorite Nintendo Switch games for two hours of nonstop fun. Grab ...
- 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: 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
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at The Windsor of Gainesville
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at The Windsor of Gainesville. Join us for Christmas music, crafts, and a visit ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Windsor of Gainesville 3605 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Jingle Bells
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
Home With Dee Homeschool Services Holiday Classes
Come join us on an adventure back in time to discover how some of our most treasured holiday traditions were ...
- 11:30 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $82.50 per child for all 6 classes or $13.75 per class and you pick and choose what you can come to.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Jeremiah's Italian Ice of Hunter's Crossing 1 Year Celebration
Time flies when you’re scoopin’ Ice, and we can’t believe it’s already a year here at Jeremiah’s Ice Hunter’s Crossing, ...
- 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 5200 NW 43rd Street Ste 508, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE Tadpole mini, small, AND medium treats all day long!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Letters to Santa
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
Tiny Tot Bundles: Meet Santa & Holiday Photo Sessions
Santa is coming to Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us for a magical Meet & Greet + Photo Session with Santa ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free event · No registration required
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Home With Dee Homeschool Services Holiday Classes
Come join us on an adventure back in time to discover how some of our most treasured holiday traditions were ...
- 11:30 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $82.50 per child for all 6 classes or $13.75 per class and you pick and choose what you can come to.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: After School Art Club
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Branch HQ Makerspace Room 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Get Merry with the Florida Museum
Celebrate the holiday season with your local Museum at First Magnitude Brewery! Sip on brews, purchase fun gifts and make ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Tiny Tot Bundles: Meet Santa & Holiday Photo Sessions
Santa is coming to Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us for a magical Meet & Greet + Photo Session with Santa ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free event · No registration required
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Santa At Stay & Play
Santa is coming to Stay & Play — and he’s bringing a special guest! Mark your calendars for December 12 ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terr, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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
City of Gainesville Downtown Winter Market Series
In time for the holidays and into the new year, The Streatery will be the site of Gainesville’s new Downtown ...
- 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: SW First Avenue, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Loomis Bros. Circus Santa's Big Top Circus
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...
- 4:30 pm - 9:15 pm
- Location: Two Tails Ranch 18655 NE 81st St, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $28 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
- Website: www.loomiscircus.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
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
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
Haile Farmer's Market Holiday Bazaar
Our annual Holiday Bazaar is on Saturday, December 13th! There’s no better place to get all of your holiday gifts, ...
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 5213 Southwest 91 Terrace Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Breakfast with the Cow and Easter Bunny at Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall
Hop don’t walk to Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall and enjoy a delicious breakfast with the Cow and the Easter Bunny. Join ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Oaks Mall: 6419 W Newberry Rd Ste G8, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $10 per person | Family bundle (4 tickets) for $30 | Kids under 2: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Breakfast with Santa Cow at Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall
Come Enjoy a Holly Jolly Breakfast with Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall! Join us in the food court for a festive morning ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Oaks Mall: 6419 W Newberry Rd Ste G8, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $10 per person, Family bundle (4 tickets) for just $30! Kids under 2 attend for free!
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: 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
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
Gainesville Church of God Christmas Extravaganza
December 14th is our Christmas Extravaganza Service! It’s going to be a wonderful Christmas celebration, and we want to invite ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Church of God 7003 NW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Unity Holiday Concert
Unity of Gainesville, Florida presents Kona Harp Ensemble, the magic of Harps, Woodwinds, Voices and Orchestration featuring world music and ...
- 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Unity of Gainesville, 8801 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville FL 32606
- Cost: Free / Monetary Donations Encouraged
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Buddy's Home Furnishings: Santa Sunday
Santa Sunday - December 14th! Bring the whole family out for a festive day of holiday cheer at Buddy’s! Join us ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: 1108 N Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601-4372
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Other, 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: 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
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 Gymnastics Hype Night
Hype Night
- 6:30 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: Family Fun, Sporting Events
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
UF Facilities Services Christmas Parade
Experience the excitement and joy of the holiday season at the 6th Annual UF Facilities Services Children’s Christmas Parade on ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: UF Campus, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: calendar.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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 - 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 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 am
- 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 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
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Do you want to build a Snowman?
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
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
Home With Dee Homeschool Services Holiday Classes
Come join us on an adventure back in time to discover how some of our most treasured holiday traditions were ...
- 11:30 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $82.50 per child for all 6 classes or $13.75 per class and you pick and choose what you can come to.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Ward's Supermarket Santa Visit
Join us at Ward’s on December 17th, 2025, for a magical visit from a very special guest! Santa will be here ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 515 SR-120, Gainesville, FL 32609-8527
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency Christmas Event
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency. We are getting ready for Christmas! Writing letters to ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 9145 SW 49th Pl, Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32608-8154
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Bronson United Methodist Church Santa Visit
Santa and Mrs. Clause are stopping by Bronson United Methodist Church for your photos. Bring the kiddos. Beautiful Setting.
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 235 S Court St, Bronson, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Frosted Flakes
Welcome to the Sensory Studio. This week's theme is Frosted Flakes. Do you want to paint a snowflake? Process art and ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Tiny Tot Bundles: Meet Santa & Holiday Photo Sessions
Santa is coming to Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us for a magical Meet & Greet + Photo Session with Santa ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free event · No registration required
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
LEGO League Regional Championship
The 2025 First LEGO League Regional Championship is happening Friday & Saturday, December 19-20 at Legacy Park in Alachua, FL- ...
- 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: FREE and open to the public
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Pageants/Competitions, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Reindeer Games in the Park
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup. We're playing Reindeer Games in the park. Fun Christmas-themed games and ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Green Tree Park 3600 NW 19th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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
Tiny Tot Bundles: Meet Santa & Holiday Photo Sessions
Santa is coming to Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us for a magical Meet & Greet + Photo Session with Santa ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free event · No registration required
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
Depot Park Holiday Ugly Sweater parkrun, FREE 5K
Join us on 12/20 with your ugliest mismatched holiday sweater. No color scheme is off the table! Event starts promptly ...
- 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, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
LEGO League Regional Championship
The 2025 First LEGO League Regional Championship is happening Friday & Saturday, December 19-20 at Legacy Park in Alachua, FL- ...
- 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: FREE and open to the public
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Pageants/Competitions, 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
December to Remember at The Alachua County Farmers' Market
Get ready for a December to Remember at the Alachua County Farmers Market! Join us and enjoy festive vendors, seasonal ...
- 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: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua County Forever Anniversary Hike
Alachua County invites the community to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Alachua County Forever land conservation program with a ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 14505 NW County Road 236, Alachua, FL 32615-3472
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Greenhouse Church Christmas Extravaganza
We’ve planned an amazing day for the whole family with holiday treats, an outdoor Christmas party with inflatables, a petting ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 11200 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606-4919
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
SonLife Church of Christ: Christmas Worship Service and Lunch Party with Santa
Please join us on Sunday, Dec 21st at 10am-noon for our Christmas worship service and lunch party with Christmas carols, ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.mysonlife.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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
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
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
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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
Gainesville Juniors Volleyball Club Holiday 4 v. 4 Tournament
Back by popular demand! Holiday 4 v. 4 Tournament for youth and adult players.
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: GJ Main Gym 3606 SW 34th Street, Gainesville, Florida
- Cost: $25 per player
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Fathom presents The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker
The magician Herr Drosselmeyer is on a quest to save his nephew. Hans-Peter has been transformed into a Nutcracker doll ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Regal Butler Town Center 14 3101 SW 35 Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
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 am
- 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
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 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
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum
Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134 Avenue, Archer, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Other, 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
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: After School Art Club
Come make art with us! We’ll be doing a new art activity twice a month exploring the rich world of ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Branch HQ Makerspace Room 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Light-up Homestead Park
Williston's Most Dazzling Tradition is Back! Get ready to step into a winter wonderland! The Light-up Homestead Park returns starting ...
- 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd Williston, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
City of Gainesville Downtown Winter Market Series
In time for the holidays and into the new year, The Streatery will be the site of Gainesville’s new Downtown ...
- 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: SW First Avenue, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Loomis Bros. Circus Santa's Big Top Circus
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...
- 4:30 pm - 9:15 pm
- Location: Two Tails Ranch 18655 NE 81st St, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $28 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
- Website: www.loomiscircus.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Haile Equestrian Friday Night Lights
Join us to ride and play mounted games while riding to music under the lights! Each month features different mounted ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Haile Equestrian Center, 7680 SW 46 Bivd., Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: $60 per person, Members Use Promo Code for 50% Off
- Website: www.haileequestrian.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center: UMOJA A Kwanzaa Celebration
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at UMOJA! Bring the family to enjoy games, crafts, and delicious food in a ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center, 837 SE 7th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.cottonclubmuseum.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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
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
Fort White Benefit Baseball Camp
Our baseball family suffered a tragic loss, the Giardina’s tragically lost there 2 year old daughter. We’re hosting a benefit ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: South Columbia Sports Complex 17762 FL 47, Fort White, FL 32038
- Cost: $75 per player
- Website: docs.google.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 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
Rim Ramble Hike at Paynes Prairie
Paynes Prairie is a 23,000-acre preserve managed by the Florida Park Service. In 1774, William Bartram, a naturalist from Philadelphia, ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: La Chua Trail 4801 Camp Ranch Road, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: Free with paid park admission.
- Website: www.prairiefriends.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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
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 ...
- 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: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 2:00 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: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Loomis Bros. Circus Santa's Big Top Circus
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...
- 3:00 pm - 7:45 pm
- Location: Two Tails Ranch 18655 NE 81st St, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $28 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
- Website: www.loomiscircus.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Fun 4 Gator Kids New Year's Family Day at Greentree Park
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a New Year's Family Day! We are Racing into 2026. We'll have fun games, ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Greentree Park 3600 NW 19th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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
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 am
- 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
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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
Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum
Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134 Avenue, Archer, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Other, Free
Carson Springs Wildlife New Year Walk or Ride Tour
The New Year Walk or Ride Tour is great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. It’s ...
- 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
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
Skate Station Funworks Winter Break Sessions
Winter Break Sessions. December 19, 2025-January 5, 2026 (Close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $15.95, $5 Spectator Fee
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Sparks in the Park at Depot Park
Sparks in the Park is back, come out and celebrate New Year’s Eve in Depot Park. This event is free, ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Spark Wonder New Year's Celebration at the Cade Museum
Reflect, celebrate, and anticipate the New Year with the Cade Museum! Watch Depot Park’s spectacular firework show from the comfort ...
- 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Adults (18 and up): $40 | Youth (5-17): $30 | Youth (0-4): Free
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
