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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 Nights: | Thursday, February 19th 5-9pm

Harn Museum Nights: | Thursday, February 19th 5-9pm

The Harn galleries are open every Thursday evening until 9 pm, providing an opportunity to browse current exhibitions on a weekday evening. Take this opportunity find inspiration is our collection of Japanese prints with the Japanese Abstraction exhibition, showcasing works that about personal expression and aesthetic experimentation as Japanese artists embraced sōsaku hanga 創作版画; or travel through different decades of Asian art with the works on display at the Cofrin Asian Wing. Click to learn more.
High Springs BMX | Thursday Night Races

High Springs BMX | Thursday Night Races

Registration and practice until 7PM. $5 Race Entry fee. SPECTATORS ARE FREE. Must be a USABMX member to race. Never tried BMX - use our FREE one-day membership! 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.
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.
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Family Fun

Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.

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Events and programs for kids with special needs

Races/Walks/Runs

Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.

Tours/Informational

Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.

Shows, Movies & Concerts

Family friendly shows and concerts

 

Library Programs

Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

Auditions/Tryouts

Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.

Other

Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category

Sporting Events

Sporting events and home games for local sports teams

Classes/Workshops/Clinics

One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families. 

Holiday Events

Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.

Pageants/Competitions

Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.

Ongoing Programs

Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.

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10:00 am Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Otter Farewell Weekend
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am College Gameday - Live from Gainesville
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am O2B Kids Alachua Community Connection: A Family Fun Day
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Jonesville's Big Family Fest
 
 
 
 
 
 
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9:00 am BrickUniverse Jacksonville LEGO Imagine Tour
3:30 pm Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program
11:30 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Tower Road Library Branch
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Mardi Gras
 
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Outdoor Kitchen Play
9:00 am Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour- Ornaments
10:00 am Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Otter Farewell Weekend
6:00 pm City of Alachua Education Task Force Public Workshop
 
3:00 pm Prom Dress Sale
 
2:00 pm Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Frogs and Friends Morningside Nature Center
10:00 am Museum Fest: Explore What's Next at the Florida Museum
11:00 am UF Dazzlers College Dance Team Prep Clinic
 
 
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Women’s History Month MakerSpace
 
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Florida Museum Library Showcases-Incredible Insects
10:00 am Luther Springs Open House Family Camp
12:00 pm Southeast Adventure Vehicle Expo
 
 
 
 
6:00 pm Uplift GNV: An Upbeat GNV Benefit Show
10:00 am La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting
1:00 pm Hippodrome Cinema presents NY Dog Film Festival
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Spring)
10:00 am Black Family Wellness Expo
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10:00 am City of Gainesville Perspectives in the Parks
3:30 pm Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program
 
9:00 am Homeschool Junior Naturalist: Trees
10:15 am O2B Kids Morning Magic Playgroups Open House
11:00 am Infant CPR & Choking Prevention Class
7:00 am Ichetucknee Springs 5K Trail Run
10:00 am High Springs Parks & REC Youth Flag Football Camp
5:00 pm Girl Scout Daisies, Unicorn Party in Gainesville
 
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Pizza Parlor
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Hunt for Treasure
6:00 pm Shooting The Rock: Basketball Shooting Camp
7:30 am Sunrise Ranger Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
12:00 pm NFL Mock Combine at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center
 
 
3:15 pm Alachua County Newberry Branch Inchies and Twinchies
3:30 pm Alachua County Newberry Branch MakerSpace Robot Games
6:00 pm Newberry Parks and Recreation presents Moana 2 Movie Night
8:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Fishing for Success
1:00 pm Star Wars: Unlimited TCG Jump to Lightspeed Pre-Release Event at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville
 
 
4:30 pm Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Healthy Teens Workshop-Communication and Decision Making
 
6:00 pm Dust the Rust Off Cheer Clinic
9:30 am Teaching Garden Planting at Two Hawk Hammock
 
 
 
7:00 pm Opening Reception for The Alachua Phenomenon Exhibition
 
7:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Spring)
10:00 am Gainesville Street Rods Car Show
 
 
 
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10:00 am St. Patrick’s Day Kids' Day at 4th Ave Food Park
12:00 pm Skate Station Funworks Shamrock and Roll Skate
10:00 am Bryer Patch Spring Break Picnic
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - At the end of the Rainbow
11:00 am Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Goat Story Time
11:00 am Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Spring Break Makerspace DIY Terrariums
9:00 am Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour- Bells and Rattles
1:00 pm Hippodrome Cinema presents Family Matinee: The Princess Bride
2:00 pm Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Spring Break Movie Matinee-The Wild Robot
10:00 am SWAG Community Teen Takeover Day
3:00 pm Volleyball Advanced Hitting Clinic
12:00 pm GROW HUB's Learn to Grow Food
2:00 pm Alachua County Library TinkerSpace - Millhopper Branch
9:30 am Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: MakerSpace Grand Opening
3:00 pm Gainesville Community Band Saint Patrick’s Day Concert
3:30 pm Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program
3:00 pm Volleyball Beginner Passing Clinic
4:00 pm Volleyball Hitting for Beginners
4:00 pm Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Mario Kart Tournament-Teen Gaming
2:30 pm Harn Museum Art Cart
10:00 am St. Patrick Interparish School: Pot of Gold
 
 
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Taskmaster
5:30 pm Gainesville Gaviatas Spring Break Try Artistic Swimming - Free!
6:00 pm Pinspiration Gainesville: Spring Break Squishmallow Party
5:30 pm Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Longest Table
1:00 pm Junior Ranger Hangout: Build-a-bird
 
 
3:30 pm Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Nintendo Switch Tournament Super Smash Bros.
 
 
8:00 pm Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime: The Musical
2:00 pm Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Lucky Crafts String Art Shamrock
 
 
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7:00 am World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe
7:00 am World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe
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SwampCon Cirque du Gator
11:00 am Free Ceramics Painting at One Love Cafe
9:00 am Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo
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7:00 am World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe
1:00 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Last Day Open Before Expansion
3:30 pm Tonewood Family Music Rhythm Kids
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: World Theatre Day
10:00 am UF Gator Market at the Reitz Union
3:00 pm Harn Museum Art Cart
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:00 am Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo
2:00 pm Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime: The Musical
3:30 pm Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program
3:30 pm Tonewood Family Music Rhythm Kids
10:30 am Smart Start at Zion Spring Sessions
7:00 pm Fort White High School Theatre presents The Lion King, Jr.
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Westside Park
9:00 am Interlachen Heritage Festival
2:00 pm (Natural) History Bike Gainesville
 
3:30 pm Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Painted Planet
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Diggin in the Dirt
7:00 pm Alachua County Bands proudly present the Middle and High School Honor Bands
10:30 am La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting
10:00 am Anchor Mortgage Lending Services Touch a Truck
 
 
 
 
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01Mar

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Otter Farewell Weekend

The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is preparing to bid a bittersweet farewell to its beloved Asian small-clawed otter family ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

College Gameday - Live from Gainesville

ESPN's College GameDay Covered by State Farm will return to Gainesville on Saturday, March 1, ahead of the No. 2 ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Stephen C. O'Connell Center 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Unit 2110, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Admission for the event is free, and no tickets are required.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Sporting Events , Free

O2B Kids Alachua Community Connection: A Family Fun Day

All are welcome for a morning where families, friends, and learning come together! Come meet our teachers, explore our school, ...

Jonesville's Big Family Fest

Come bring your family to the Big Family Fest! We will have Food Trucks, Vendors, and Live Music! Not to ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 17722 SW 15th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Day - Try Archery Event

Interested in trying archery? Join us for this special discounted group event and experience a beginner archery class the whole ...

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02Mar

BrickUniverse Jacksonville LEGO Imagine Tour

On March 1-2, the BrickUniverse 2025 Imagine Tour will present a major exhibition of works by celebrated artists from around ...

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Jacksonville Fairgrounds 510 Fairground Place, Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: From $14.99
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Otter Farewell Weekend

The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is preparing to bid a bittersweet farewell to its beloved Asian small-clawed otter family ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UF Dazzlers College Dance Team Prep Clinic

Thank you for your interest in Florida Dance Team clinics! College prep clinics are a great way to get a ...

Southeast Adventure Vehicle Expo

At the Southeast Adventure Vehicle Expo, the biggest overlanding event in the southeast, the overlanding community comes together to showcase ...

Hippodrome Cinema presents NY Dog Film Festival

Sun, Mar 2 at 1:00 PM, Sat, Mar 8 at 3:30 PM The NY Dog Film Festival is a medley of ...

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03Mar

Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program

Our Community Resource Navigation program is hosting Peaceful Paths to offer a range of engaging and interactive events during March! ...

City of Alachua Education Task Force Public Workshop

You have a unique opportunity to help us improve the quality of childhood education in The Good Life Community! Join ...

04Mar

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Tower Road Library Branch

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Tower Road Branch Library. Bring the kids to enjoy one-on-one reading time with ...

05Mar

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Mardi Gras

Welcome to the Sensory Studio. Today's theme is Mardi Gras! Come join us for messy fun! Process art areas and Sensory ...

Prom Dress Sale

Recognizing that many high school students may not have the means to shop for their dream dresses for prom, Santa ...

  • 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College, Northwest Campus (Building S, Room 29) 3000 NW 83 Street, Gainesville, Florida 32606
  • Cost: Dresses will be sold for $25. Shoes and accessory prices will vary.
  • Website: www.sfcollege.edu
  • Category: Other

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Women’s History Month MakerSpace

Women’s History Month: Inspired by women in science STEAM crafts Celebrating Women's History Month we will be learning about Margaret Hamilton ...

07Mar

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Outdoor Kitchen Play

Welcome to the Sensory Studio @ Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Frogs and Friends Morningside Nature Center

MEETUP IS FULL! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup with Frogs and Friends at Morningside Nature Center. ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Florida Museum Library Showcases-Incredible Insects

Come join us as we learn about pollination & insects through fun activities & discussion! This program is in partnership with ...

  • 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Cone Park Branch (Training Room, Outdoor Program Area) 801 E. University Avenue, Gainesville FL 32641
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Uplift GNV: An Upbeat GNV Benefit Show

Raise a glass to mental wellness, Alachua County! We are back, this time partnering with Music GNV, to throw Uplift ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Spring)

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

08Mar

Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour- Ornaments

Our Family Clay and Stay workshop is a fun project for you to create with your child! We provide all ...

Museum Fest: Explore What's Next at the Florida Museum

Celebrate with us as we embark on a new journey! Enjoy everything the Florida Museum is today and learn how ...

Luther Springs Open House Family Camp

Join Luther Springs for some outdoor family fun! Luther Springs is located in Hawthorne, Florida, just east of Gainesville. Activities ...

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Toddler Meeting Second Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Series Meeting Fourth Friday of the month at ...

Black Family Wellness Expo

Join the Gainesville (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and our community partners Saturday, March 8, 2025 for our annual ...

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09Mar

City of Gainesville Perspectives in the Parks

This monthly program features experts in their field sharing information on a variety of topics including science, nature, history and ...

High Springs Parks & REC Youth Flag Football Camp

We are pleased to announce this exciting opportunity for our youth! Sign-up today for this FREE camp with the Jaguars ...

NFL Mock Combine at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center

Ready to test your speed, power, and agility like the pros? Join us for our NFL Mock Combine at the ...

Star Wars: Unlimited TCG Jump to Lightspeed Pre-Release Event at Coliseum of Comics Gainesville

Join us for Coliseum of Comics Gainesville's Fantasy Flight Games Star Wars: Unlimited TCG Jump to Lightspeed Pre-Release Event!

  • 1:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville (4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606)
  • Cost: Entry: $35
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
10Mar

Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program

Our Community Resource Navigation program is hosting Peaceful Paths to offer a range of engaging and interactive events during March! ...

Girl Scout Daisies, Unicorn Party in Gainesville

Calling Kindergarten & 1st grade girls & their families: Become a Daisy Girl Scout & Join Us at a Unicorn ...

12Mar

Homeschool Junior Naturalist: Trees

How does an acorn become a tree? Why are some leaves green and others brown? With the help of a ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Pizza Parlor

Welcome to the Sensory Studio. The theme this week is Pizza Parlor. Process art areas and Sensory stations will be filled ...

Alachua County Newberry Branch Inchies and Twinchies

What is an inchie? A twinchie? Find out more about these tiny tradeable pieces of art at the Newberry Branch ...

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Healthy Teens Workshop-Communication and Decision Making

A community health educator will present a workshop designed to increase teens' confidence in reaching their goals, enhance their communication, ...

Opening Reception for The Alachua Phenomenon Exhibition

Join us for the grand opening of our newest exhibition "The Alachua Phenomenon: Two Centuries in Florida's Eden." Meet the ...

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13Mar

O2B Kids Morning Magic Playgroups Open House

Join us for the Morning Magic Open House! Children 5 and younger bring your grown-ups for a fun morning of ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Hunt for Treasure

Come hunt for treasure in our water play area! Dress for wet! Bring a towel and sunscreen!

Alachua County Newberry Branch MakerSpace Robot Games

Play games with robots! Kids can have some fun with our Ozobots, which are small robots that can detect colors. Children ...

14Mar

Infant CPR & Choking Prevention Class

Unintentional injury is one of the leading causes of death in children in the United States. In this class you ...

Shooting The Rock: Basketball Shooting Camp

This is a great camp for those who would like to increase their efficiency in shooting. On Friday the 14th, ...

Newberry Parks and Recreation presents Moana 2 Movie Night

Newberry Parks and Recreation presents Moana 2 Movie Night

Dust the Rust Off Cheer Clinic

Get ready to Dust the Rust Off! Join our Cheer Clinic on March 14 designed exclusively for middle and high ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Spring)

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

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15Mar

Ichetucknee Springs 5K Trail Run

Enjoy a beautiful trail run at Ichetucknee Springs State Park! Come for the run and stay for the fun! Following ...

  • 7:00 am
  • Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park, 12087 S.W. U.S. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: Registration opens soon! $6 entrance fee per car to enter the park. Race fee is not included in the entry fee.
  • Website: sommersportsevents.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Sunrise Ranger Hike at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Join a ranger on a 30-45 minutes walk into the wetlands while you enjoy the sunrise and learn about the ...

  • 7:30 am - 8:00 am
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Fishing for Success

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Family Day of Fishing! Catch and Release fishing is a Free event sponsored ...

Teaching Garden Planting at Two Hawk Hammock

BIG DAY at The Children's Table Teaching Garden! This Saturday, March 15, at 9:30 AM, we’re inviting YOU to be ...

Gainesville Street Rods Car Show

Gainesville Street Rods invites the public to our 43rd annual Car Show, benefitting Stop Children's Cancer. Classic cars, hot rods, ...

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16Mar

St. Patrick’s Day Kids' Day at 4th Ave Food Park

Come out to 4th Ave Food Park for some family fun. There will be activities for kids and food for ...

Hippodrome Cinema presents Family Matinee: The Princess Bride

A bedridden boy’s grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies and allies in his ...

Gainesville Community Band Saint Patrick’s Day Concert

Come enjoy and celebrate Saint Patrick’s day with the Gainesville Community Band! We will play a great variation of songs ...

17Mar

Skate Station Funworks Shamrock and Roll Skate

Shamrock and Roll Skate

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Spring Break Movie Matinee-The Wild Robot

Kick off Spring Break with a viewing of The Wild Robot in the kids' area! This film is rated PG ...

Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program

Our Community Resource Navigation program is hosting Peaceful Paths to offer a range of engaging and interactive events during March! ...

18Mar

Bryer Patch Spring Break Picnic

Looking for something fun to do next week? Well, look no further. Join us for Spring Break Picnic at The ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 5700 SW 250th Street, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

SWAG Community Teen Takeover Day

Join us on March 18th from 10 am to 1 pm for a Teen Takeover Day! SWAG community teens will ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: SWAG Resource Center 807 SW 64th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Volleyball Beginner Passing Clinic

Are you ready to take your volleyball skills to the next level? Our beginner-friendly passing training is designed to help ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Taskmaster

Join us for an exciting afternoon of Taskmaster, library edition! Based on the Hit British Reality Show, participants will engage ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch Library (Room A, Room B) 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Nintendo Switch Tournament Super Smash Bros.

Get ready to rumble! Tweens and teens will compete in elimination brackets for a chance to prove their fighting skills ...

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19Mar

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - At the end of the Rainbow

Welcome to the Sensory Studio. This week's theme is At the end of the Rainbow! Process art and Sensory stations are ...

Volleyball Advanced Hitting Clinic

Are you ready to elevate your volleyball skills? Our advanced volleyball hitting training is designed to help you build a ...

Volleyball Hitting for Beginners

Are you ready to elevate your volleyball skills? Our beginner-friendly volleyball hitting training is designed to help you build a ...

Gainesville Gaviatas Spring Break Try Artistic Swimming - Free!

Spring Break Fun Alert! Staying in town for spring break? Give your child a chance to try something new and ...

20Mar

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Goat Story Time

Goats at the library! Come to hear a story about goats and then interact with real dairy farm goats. Whiteacre's Dairy ...

GROW HUB's Learn to Grow Food

Join us this spring at Grow Hub on the third Thursday of each month at 12 PM for an interactive ...

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: Mario Kart Tournament-Teen Gaming

Join us during Spring Break for a special edition of Teen Gaming. Bring your friends and compete in our Mario ...

Pinspiration Gainesville: Spring Break Squishmallow Party

Join us for a Squishmallow celebration! Your $40 ticket includes: -A mini mystery Squishmallow (they get to take them home!), and together ...

21Mar

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Spring Break Makerspace DIY Terrariums

Join us for an exciting morning of making! Local Plant Shop, Plantstay, will provide supplies and instructions for making your ...

Alachua County Library TinkerSpace - Millhopper Branch

Join us in the kid's area for an exciting afternoon of hands-on STEAM exploration! Put your building and engineering skills ...

Harn Museum Art Cart

Participate in an art experience! The Art Cart offers art activities, tactile opportunities, games and more for visitors of all ...

  • 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Longest Table

On Friday, March 21st, in beautiful downtown Gainesville, the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce will be hosting The Longest Table. This ...

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime: The Musical

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime! This Tony Award-winning musical weaves together the lives of three diverse families at the turn ...

  • 8:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets: $24 | Senior Tickets $20 | Student Tickets $12
  • Website: www.gcplayhouse.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
22Mar

Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour- Bells and Rattles

Our Family Clay and Stay workshop is a fun project for you to create with your child! We provide all ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: MakerSpace Grand Opening

The Alachua County Library District is excited to announce the Grand Opening of the new MakerSpace at HQ. Join us ...

St. Patrick Interparish School: Pot of Gold

The day is open to the public and is a fun day for the entire St. Patrick’s Community! There will ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 550 NE 16th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.spsgnv.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Junior Ranger Hangout: Build-a-bird

Calling Junior Rangers! Birds live in lots of different habitats. At Ichetucknee, we have at least 13 different types of ...

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park, South Entrance, 12087 SW Highway 27 Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: $6 per vehicle for park entry; No additional fees for program participation
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Lucky Crafts String Art Shamrock

Enjoy creating a Shamrock using hand sewing and string art techniques. We'll have fun making a lucky shamrock to hang up ...

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23Mar

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Free Ceramics Painting at One Love Cafe

As we celebrate the beginning of Spring, join us for a fun day painting beautiful ceramic flowers! This is a ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Last Day Open Before Expansion

This is the LAST CHANCE to visit before the expansion begins! Stroll through a one-of-a-kind living Butterfly Rainforest, take a ...

  • 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: General admission is FREE, although donations are gladly accepted. There is a cover charge for special exhibits and the Butterfly Rainforest. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime: The Musical

Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Ragtime! This Tony Award-winning musical weaves together the lives of three diverse families at the turn ...

  • 2:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida 32605
  • Cost: Adult Tickets: $24 | Senior Tickets $20 | Student Tickets $12
  • Website: www.gcplayhouse.org
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

(Natural) History Bike Gainesville

It's the first ever "Natural" History Bike Gainesville! Archaeology will share the stage with other oligies! Come along and learn ...

24Mar

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Tonewood Family Music Rhythm Kids

These free classes are for 4- to 8-year-olds and was designed to be a drum- and rhythm-centered variation of the ...

Peaceful Paths Teens and Tweens Program

Our Community Resource Navigation program is hosting Peaceful Paths to offer a range of engaging and interactive events during March! ...

25Mar

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: World Theatre Day

Celebrate World Theatre Day by playing imrov games, doing stage design crafts, and drawing Shakespeare comics. World Theatre Day was started ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Tonewood Family Music Rhythm Kids

These free classes are for 4- to 8-year-olds and was designed to be a drum- and rhythm-centered variation of the ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Painted Planet

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Painted Planet School of Art. This is a Children’s drawing ...

26Mar

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

UF Gator Market at the Reitz Union

Gator Market is a monthly market that offers students, university departments, local businesses, and student organizations the chance to showcase ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Reitz Union North Lawn 655 Reitz Union Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: union.ufl.edu
  • Category: Other

Smart Start at Zion Spring Sessions

Spring Session begins! Class times are Wednesdays at 10:30 am! March 26, April 2, 9, 16 and 23 with a ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Diggin in the Dirt

Welcome to the Sensory Studio. This week's theme is Diggin in the Dirt! Process art and Sensory stations are set up ...

27Mar

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Harn Museum Art Cart

Participate in an art experience! The Art Cart offers art activities, tactile opportunities, games and more for visitors of all ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Fort White High School Theatre presents The Lion King, Jr.

Join us for an unforgettable journey to the Pride Lands! The Lion King Jr. brings the beloved Disney classic to ...

Alachua County Bands proudly present the Middle and High School Honor Bands

Alachua County Bands proudly present the Middle School Honor Band and the High School Honor Band on Thursday, March 27th, ...

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28Mar

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our adorable farm animals! ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Westside Park

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Playgroup in the Park. Pack a lunch and come to Westside Park. We ...

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Toddler Meeting Second Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Series Meeting Fourth Friday of the month at ...

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29Mar

SwampCon Cirque du Gator

For Swampcon 2025, we're pleased to invite you to a one-of-a-kind trip to Wonderland. Every mad soul's welcome in this ...

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Tonewood Family Music Parent/Child Demo

These free classes are our chance to introduce you to the Music Together® method of early childhood education. Be prepared ...

Interlachen Heritage Festival

Bring your old Interlachen pictures and historical North Florida stuff to share a day of local heritage. Music! Vendors! Fun! ...

Anchor Mortgage Lending Services Touch a Truck

Looking for a fun and budget-friendly way to spend time with your family? Well, look no further! Our completely free ...

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30Mar

SwampCon Cirque du Gator

For Swampcon 2025, we're pleased to invite you to a one-of-a-kind trip to Wonderland. Every mad soul's welcome in this ...

World Masters Championship at Celebration Pointe

Have you heard about the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championship (WMAC2025) event coming to Celebration Pointe this month? Never before ...

Splish 'n' Dash hosted by the ACYTC

A swim - run event hosted by the Alachua County Youth Triathlon Club (ACYTC). Race is open to kids ages ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: North Central Florida YMCA 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: $15 per registrant (advance); $20 day of
  • Website: acytc.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Gator Band 5K & Field Day

Join us for the Gator Band 5K and Field Day, an annual event put on by the brothers of the ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: Gator Band Practice Field 1273 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: $35 for community members, $30 for students with a valid UF ID. Prices increase on the day of the event! Field Day cost is included in the registration for either option of the 5K, or it can be purchased separately for $10.
  • Website: kkpsiah.org
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Ripple Rum 138 Merfolk Fest

Attention all sea creatures, water spirits, sirens, mermaids, mermen and half human/half fish people. Join us and vendors of phishy ...

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31Mar

Ripple Rum 138 Merfolk Fest

Attention all sea creatures, water spirits, sirens, mermaids, mermen and half human/half fish people. Join us and vendors of phishy ...