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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: Holiday Events

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

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

Chick-fil-A at Archer Road Holiday Family Night

See you tonight from 5-7 pm for our Christmas Family Night. We can’t wait to usher in the Christmas Spirit ...

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

V Pizza V for Victory Holiday Pizza Party

This year marks our 9th Annual V for Victory Holiday Pizza Party, a night of joy, community, and giving back! ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: V Pizza 115 SE 1 St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: Adult: $40, Kids Age 11-20: $25, Child Age 10 and under: $15
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

Gainesville Master Chorale presents Hurry Up, Holidays

Free holiday choral concert featuring the University of Florida Choral Union and the Gainesville Master Chorale.

Impact Health 360: Holiday Market

Join us for our Annual Holiday Market — a festive celebration of Small Business Saturday and our incredible community of ...

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: Holiday Events

United Country Real Estate Smith & Associates Pictures with Santa

Picture time is getting closer! Be sure you have your calendars marked for our annual Pictures with Santa event. Plus ...

Ravine Gardens State Park Christmas Tree Lighting

Please come to our Christmas Tree Lighting to celebrate the beginning of the Holiday Season. Free to everyone.

Yellow Acres Boutique: Christmas Open House With Santa

Join us for a magical evening of vintage Christmas charm! - Giveaways every 15 minutes - Hors d’oeuvres & wine - A real ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

Santa Paws 5k-9 & 10k-9

The 4th Annual Santa Paws 5K-9 & 10K-9 is coming to town December 6th at Westside Park in Gainesville, Florida! We’re ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: $38-$48
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

High Springs Holly Jolly Thrift Crawl

I’m so excited to present a local thrift crawl in our small town. This crawl will start at Colsie Coffee, ...

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: 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 ...

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. ...

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

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, ...

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

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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

Archer Farmers Market: Holiday Market

Mark your December calendars for the Holiday Festival. Farmers | Artisans | Crafters | Food | Family Friendly

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: Holiday Events

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

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

1000 Voices of Florida, INC: Holiday Unity Orchestra and Choral Concert

Third Annual Holiday Unity Community Concert, a complimentary event open to the public, is scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2025, ...

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: Holiday Events

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

Gainesville Fire Rescue Fire Station Holiday Open House with Santa

Join us for a festive and family-friendly evening at the fire station! This free community event is the perfect way ...

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

Santa At Stay & Play

Santa is coming to Stay & Play — and he’s bringing a special guest! Mark your calendars for December 12 ...

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: Holiday Events

Camp Kulaqua Road to Bethlehem

Come walk the Road to Bethlehem and experience a Live Production of the night of Jesus' birth. The “Road to Bethlehem” ...

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: Holiday Events

Trenton Jingle Bell Jog 5K

Celebrate the holiday season with a fun, festive & energetic morning on the Nature Coast Trail! The Jingle Bell Jog ...

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 ...

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, ...

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: 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 ...

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

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 ...

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

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

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

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

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

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - 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: Holiday Events

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

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

Downtown Chanukah Festival

Join in the lighting of a giant menorah! Featuring: Live Music Band and Stage Performance, Children's Crafts, Hot Latkes, Sufganiyot, Menorah ...

  • 5:00 pm
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • Cost: free, donations appreciated
  • Website: jewishgator.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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.

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: Holiday Events

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

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

Painting with a Twist: Mr. Snowy

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

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

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

Fort White Soccer Inc. Christmas Market at the Field

Come join us for a day of fun in Fort White! Fort White Soccer Club is hosting a Christmas Market ...

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

Unity of Gainesville Christmas Concert

The community is invited to celebrate the season at Unity of Gainesville, Florida's Annual Christmas Concert. An inspiring musical event ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Unity of Gainesville, Florida - 8801 NW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free to attend, but space is limited. Families and community members are encouraged to reserve their tickets in advance
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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, ...

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: Holiday Events

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Paint a Gingerbread Man

Customize your own clay gingerbread man with paint and other craft supplies. Once you’re done, he can be fashioned into ...

  • 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Headquarters Library (HQ Makerspace Room) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

Bass Pro Shops Christmas Tales with Santa

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

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: Holiday Events

Painting with a Twist: Holiday Buddies Pick One

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

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: Holiday Events

Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour

3 Christmas Tours, including Christmas afternoon. Book now and have a WILD Christmas. The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is ...

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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour

3 Christmas Tours, including Christmas afternoon. Book now and have a WILD Christmas. The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is ...

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour

3 Christmas Tours, including Christmas afternoon. Book now and have a WILD Christmas. The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is ...

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

Studio TM: Gingerbread Houses

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

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

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: Holiday Events

Studio TM: Holiday Frames

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

  • 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: Holiday Events

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: 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

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

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: 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, ...

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: Holiday Events