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.
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
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
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
Help Me Grow Alachua: Books, Balls and Blocks Event
Free screening event, developmental and milestones for ages 0-8. Family activities, food, resources, giveaways, and more!
- 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa
Christmas Tales with Santa! Every Tuesday, starting November 4th! One reservation is needed per family.
- 5:00 pm
- Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Skate Station Funworks Tiny Tots & Homeschoolers Skate
Calling all Homeschoolers, Tiny Tots is now new and improved! We have expanded the age to now include anyone 10 ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10 regular admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sweet Berry Farms Christmas Market and Santa
The Christmas Market at Sweet Berry Farms LLC is a shopping experience that provides a spectacular one stop shopping event ...
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 4851 NE 190th Ave, Williston, Florida 32696
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dudley Farm Fall Farm and Cane Festival
See an original Florida working farm from the post-Civil War to the 1940s as they grind sugar cane and boil ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W. Newberry Road Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: $8 per vehicle
- Website: www.friendsofdudleyfarm.org
- Category: Family Fun
Celebration UMC Christmas Bazaar
Celebration UMC will be hosting our Annual Christmas Bazaar on December 6th from 9am - 1pm. We will have homemade ...
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Celebration United Methodist Church 9501 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
Prairie’s Edge Forest School: Prairie Babies Sessions
We are a newly formed nature immersion program located in Gainesville, FL. Our Prairie Babies program is designed for children ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
- Location: Location varies each week (see description), Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 per guided nature-based immersion and sensory play session (or $90 for all 4 sessions)
- Website: prairiesedgeforestschool.com
- Category: Family Fun
Appleton Museum of Art: Signing Santa: A Deaf-Friendly Holiday Event
Join us for a memorable ASL experience featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus! Get your photo taken and receive a downloadable ...
- 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, FL 34470
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville Oddities Market with Santa
Bring the Kids Free Photos With Santa! Join us at the iconic Bo Diddley Plaza for a free, all-ages event ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2025 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 5, and end on December 24. December 5 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2025 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 5, and end on December 24. December 5 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun
Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa
Christmas Tales with Santa! Every Tuesday, starting November 4th! One reservation is needed per family.
- 5:00 pm
- Location: 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2025 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 5, and end on December 24. December 5 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Mayhem Ranch Breakfast with Santa
Experience the magic of the season at our Breakfast with Santa & his Reindeer! Join us for a cozy morning, ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
- Cost: $34.95 (2 and under are free)
- Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
- Category: Family Fun
Christmas in Columbia Holiday Market
The City of Lake City will hold its Annual Christmas in Columbia Market on Saturday, December 13th, 2025. The Festival ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 169 N Marion Ave, Lake City, FL 32055-3916
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Cracker House Winery: Christmas on the Ranch
We’re excited to announce the return of our annual Christmas on the Ranch event at Cracker House Winery! Petting zoo, ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 518 SE 897th St, Old Town, FL 32680-7373
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary December Farmers Moo-ket
A 100% plant-based farmers moo-ket! Join the pigs in their pasture, feed the cows treats (including Andre, the water buffalo), ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW Co Rd 231, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $5 suggested donation per person upon entry to the moo-ket
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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 ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: SW First Avenue, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2025 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 5, and end on December 24. December 5 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun
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
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue: Health Over the Holidays
Join us for the last Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue for 2025! We will have all sorts of tips for staying ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
Story Time at the Zoo
Join Us for Story Time at the Zoo! The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and the Alachua County Library invite ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo (On the lawn in front of the zoo) 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Storytime is free. See description for zoo prices.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
Library Partnership Family Resource Center: Family Holiday Party
Join us at the Library Partnership Family Resource Center for their annual Family Holiday Party! There will be activities, holiday ...
- 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Library Partnership Resource Center 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2025 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 5, and end on December 24. December 5 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun
Christmas in the Quarry at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens
Step into a Winter Wonderland in Central Florida! Stroll through our glowing 20-acre botanical garden filled with sparkling lights, waterfalls, ...
- 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens, 4990 NE 180th Ave., Williston, Florida
- Cost: Adults: $10 | Kids (6–13): $5 | 5 & under: Free | Military/First Responders: $5 | Cedar Lakes Members (before 12/1): Free | (after 12/1): $5
- Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
- Category: Family Fun
Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train
It’s our 14th year hosting this Holiday fun for the whole family. It's a Christmas tradition for SO MANY families ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
- Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
- Category: Family Fun
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Walk to Bethlehem – Free Event for All! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate the season ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun
Tioga Town Center Grinch Visit
Have you heard?? The Grinch will be out and about at Tioga Town Center this Tuesday, December 23, starting at ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Tioga Town Center, 13085 SW 1 Ln, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights - Silent Night
The 2025 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 5, and end on December 24. December 5 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun
Josh’s Place, Inc. Community Outreach
Make sure to visit Josh's Place a community outreach for people to feel welcome and safe. It is a place ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Baptist Church of Alachua 14005 NW 146th Ave, Alachua, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Studio TM: Gingerbread Houses
Let’s keep the gingerbread house year-round - sweet, pretty, and perfect front entry decoration! Come join us as a part ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $80 (1 adult and child, additional children are $30 and can be added via add-on)
- Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
Studio TM: Holiday Frames
Now’s your chance to make your custom frame to hold your favorite pictures and place them on display just in ...
- 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
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 ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: SW First Avenue, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
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
PunkOuter Games Pokemon League Casual
Join PunkOuter's Pokémon League Sunday and Monday for casual Pokémon play! One of our Pokémon Professors will lead Trainers in setting ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
Josh’s Place, Inc. Community Outreach
Make sure to visit Josh's Place a community outreach for people to feel welcome and safe. It is a place ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Baptist Church of Alachua 14005 NW 146th Ave, Alachua, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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
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
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
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
