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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.


Harn Museum Tot Time - First Friday of the Month: Friday, December 5th

Harn Museum Tot Time - First Friday of the Month: Friday, December 5th

Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy an age-appropriate Docent-led tour then create art in the classrooms. Click to learn more.
Chomp the Block

Chomp the Block

Before the Gators take to the Swamp on Saturday, join us at Celebration Pointe on Friday night. Chomp the Block, the official block party of the Florida Gators®, is the pre-game event no Gator should miss. Fun, food, drinks, music, Gator legends and good times are everywhere from 6 to 10 pm. Kids activities from 6 pm – 8 pm Entertainment Zone with bounce houses, balloon animals, face painting and more Click to learn more.
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Open to ALL Alachua County families with homeschooled and virtual schooled children. Join Fun 4 Gator Kids each week as we plan activities designed for kids learning at home. We will go on field trips, join homeschool programs around town, and plan special workshops and presentations just for our group. MUST RSVP for each program as spaces are limited. Click to learn more.
F4GK Playgroup

F4GK Playgroup

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids as we explore family fun destinations around Gainesville! New playgroups EVERY week! Click to learn more.
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7:30 pm Gainesville Master Chorale presents Hurry Up, Holidays
7:30 pm Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach
7:00 pm Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas
12:00 pm Regal My Way Matinee: Sensory-Friendly Movies: Zootopia 2
 
 
 
 
7:30 pm Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays
7:00 pm Heartwood Presents Fall-La-La: A Holiday A Cappella Showcase
1:00 pm The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
 
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Gainesville POPS Christmas Concert
1:00 pm Momentum Dance Presents Winter Recital – Holiday Fantasy
 
 
 
 
 
7:30 pm Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach
1:00 pm Fathom presents The Magic Flute Encore
 
 
 
 
 
7:30 pm Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays
2:00 pm High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows
 
 
 
 
 
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1:00 pm The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
 
7:00 pm 1000 Voices of Florida, INC: Holiday Unity Orchestra and Choral Concert
 
7:30 pm Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach
7:00 pm The Pentecostals of Gainesville: Unto Us – A Christmas Concert
1:00 pm The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
1:55 pm UF Carillon Annual Holiday Concert
 
 
 
7:30 pm Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays
7:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Winter)
1:00 pm Danscompany presents Cinderella
2:00 pm Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Gainesville Dance Academy presents Christmas in Ireland
2:00 pm High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows
2:00 pm Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Danscompany presents Cinderella
3:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Let It Snow
2:00 pm Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Annasemble Holiday Concert
3:00 pm Barbergators Chorus and Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus presents Holiday Harmonies XII - A Musical Celebration
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1:00 pm The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Christmas with the Currys at Heartwood Soundstage
1:00 pm The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
2:00 pm High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Winter)
2:00 pm High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows
2:00 pm Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Concert Series with KISS 105.3 at Celebration Pointe
2:00 pm Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Nutcracker
2:00 pm Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays
 
 
 
 
7:30 pm High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows
3:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Let It Snow
2:00 pm Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon
 
 
 
 
7:30 pm Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Nutcracker
5:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Music 360 - Gustav Holst's The Planets
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1:00 pm The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol
7:00 pm Fathom presents The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker
 
 
 
7:00 pm Playlist at Celebration Pointe
 
2:00 pm Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Nutcracker
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Gainesville Master Chorale presents Hurry Up, Holidays

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

04Dec

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach

Words & Music by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul Book by Timothy Allen McDonald Based on the book by Roald Dahl Directed by ...

  • 7:30 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets $25, Senior/Student Tickets $20, Children 12 and under Tickets $15
  • Website: app.arts-people.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays

By Flip Hobler & Cindy Marcus | Directed by Claude Smith After a blizzard shuts down the roads on Christmas Eve ...

05Dec

Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas

The Gainesville Big Band, under the direction of Marco Thomas, presents a Big Band Christmas with TWO performances this year! ...

Heartwood Presents Fall-La-La: A Holiday A Cappella Showcase

The holidays are almost here! And you know what they say, “The best way to spread [Holiday] cheer is singing ...

Gainesville POPS Christmas Concert

Join us for Gainesville POPS' annual Christmas Concert. Admission is free and all are welcome. Christmas Concert 1 - Friday, December ...

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach

Words & Music by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul Book by Timothy Allen McDonald Based on the book by Roald Dahl Directed by ...

  • 7:30 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets $25, Senior/Student Tickets $20, Children 12 and under Tickets $15
  • Website: app.arts-people.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays

By Flip Hobler & Cindy Marcus | Directed by Claude Smith After a blizzard shuts down the roads on Christmas Eve ...

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06Dec

Regal My Way Matinee: Sensory-Friendly Movies: Zootopia 2

Regal’s My Way Matinee gives everyone the opportunity to experience a movie with the lights turned up and the volume ...

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

“A Christmas Carol” presented by the Hippodrome Theatre Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, ...

Momentum Dance Presents Winter Recital – Holiday Fantasy

Momentum Dance Presents 5th Annual “Holiday Fantasy” Recital

Fathom presents The Magic Flute Encore

The Met made history in December 2006 when it presented its first Live in HD transmission to movie theaters worldwide ...

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows: World War II Radio Christmas Play By Pat Kruis Tellinghusen Christmas Thieves By Greg ...

View All 13 Events For December 06
07Dec

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

“A Christmas Carol” presented by the Hippodrome Theatre Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, ...

UF Carillon Annual Holiday Concert

The UF Carillon Studio Concert Series offers a chance to hear the UF Carillon during a forty-five minute recital. Listeners ...

Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas

The Gainesville Big Band, under the direction of Marco Thomas, presents a Big Band Christmas with TWO performances this year! ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon

Christmas: a time for magic. A time for the traditions we cherish. A time to watch as many original TV ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays

By Flip Hobler & Cindy Marcus | Directed by Claude Smith After a blizzard shuts down the roads on Christmas Eve ...

View All 9 Events For December 07
09Dec

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, ...

11Dec

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach

Words & Music by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul Book by Timothy Allen McDonald Based on the book by Roald Dahl Directed by ...

  • 7:30 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets $25, Senior/Student Tickets $20, Children 12 and under Tickets $15
  • Website: app.arts-people.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays

By Flip Hobler & Cindy Marcus | Directed by Claude Smith After a blizzard shuts down the roads on Christmas Eve ...

12Dec

The Pentecostals of Gainesville: Unto Us – A Christmas Concert

Welcome to the fourth year of our annual Christmas concert! Our annual Christmas Concert is a joyful celebration for the ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Winter)

Join James Albury, host of "The Sky Above Us" and former co-host of the PBS TV Show "Star Gazers" as ...

Gainesville Dance Academy presents Christmas in Ireland

Gainesville Dance Academy’s elegant Christmas show is proud to be Gainesville’s most unique holiday dance production. Our rousing Irish Dance ...

Danscompany presents Cinderella

Save the Dates for Cinderella 2025! Showtimes are December 12 at 7 pm and December 13 at 1 pm and ...

Annasemble Holiday Concert

Please join us for some Holiday Spirit and Cheer!

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13Dec

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

“A Christmas Carol” presented by the Hippodrome Theatre Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, ...

Danscompany presents Cinderella

Save the Dates for Cinderella 2025! Showtimes are December 12 at 7 pm and December 13 at 1 pm and ...

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows: World War II Radio Christmas Play By Pat Kruis Tellinghusen Christmas Thieves By Greg ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Let It Snow

Come enjoy a "Music 360" experience for the whole family with Music 360: Let It Snow! This 30-minute full-dome show features ...

Barbergators Chorus and Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus presents Holiday Harmonies XII - A Musical Celebration

Together again for our twelfth holiday concert, Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus and Barbergators Chorus unite to share four-part and eight-part ...

  • 3:00 pm
  • Location: Grace Presbyterian Church 3146 Northwest 13th Street Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $35 for premium (front rows), $20 for adults, and $15 for students and seniors general admission.
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
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14Dec

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

“A Christmas Carol” presented by the Hippodrome Theatre Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, ...

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows: World War II Radio Christmas Play By Pat Kruis Tellinghusen Christmas Thieves By Greg ...

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Roald Dahl’s James And The Giant Peach

Words & Music by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul Book by Timothy Allen McDonald Based on the book by Roald Dahl Directed by ...

  • 2:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets $25, Senior/Student Tickets $20, Children 12 and under Tickets $15
  • Website: app.arts-people.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Chief Theatre presents Closed for the Holidays

By Flip Hobler & Cindy Marcus | Directed by Claude Smith After a blizzard shuts down the roads on Christmas Eve ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon

Christmas: a time for magic. A time for the traditions we cherish. A time to watch as many original TV ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
View All 7 Events For December 14
19Dec

Christmas with the Currys at Heartwood Soundstage

The Currys return to Heartwood for their beloved Christmas with The Currys tour — a heartwarming night of harmonies, storytelling, ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Winter)

Join James Albury, host of "The Sky Above Us" and former co-host of the PBS TV Show "Star Gazers" as ...

Concert Series with KISS 105.3 at Celebration Pointe

Get ready for a night of incredible live music at Celebration Pointe. Co-hosted with KISS 105.3 FM, Gainesville’s No. 1 ...

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows: World War II Radio Christmas Play By Pat Kruis Tellinghusen Christmas Thieves By Greg ...

Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Nutcracker

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again! Everyone needs a hero, and in this ...

View All 6 Events For December 19
20Dec

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

“A Christmas Carol” presented by the Hippodrome Theatre Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, ...

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows

High Springs Playhouse presents Old Time Christmas Radio Shows: World War II Radio Christmas Play By Pat Kruis Tellinghusen Christmas Thieves By Greg ...

Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Nutcracker

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again! Everyone needs a hero, and in this ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Let It Snow

Come enjoy a "Music 360" experience for the whole family with Music 360: Let It Snow! This 30-minute full-dome show features ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show - Music 360 - Gustav Holst's The Planets

Join us for an immersive journey of sight and sound as you experience the majesty of Gustav Holst’s orchestral suite ...

View All 10 Events For December 20
21Dec

The Hippodrome presents A Christmas Carol

“A Christmas Carol” presented by the Hippodrome Theatre Adapted by Niall McGinty from Charles Dickens Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, ...

Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Nutcracker

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again! Everyone needs a hero, and in this ...

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon

Christmas: a time for magic. A time for the traditions we cherish. A time to watch as many original TV ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

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 ...

22Dec

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 ...

26Dec

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 ...