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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

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Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour- Easter Egg Rattles

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

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: 1 parent and 1 child is $60 dollars; each additional child/participant is $20
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dave's New York Deli Appreciation Bash

You're cordially invited to come celebrate with us for Dave's New York Deli's 15 Year Appreciation Bash on Sunday, April ...

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

O'Leno State Park Firefly Encounter

Learn about fireflies and see thousands of them light up the night! This special after-hours event is a truly magical ...

  • 7:45 pm
  • Location: O'Leno State Park 410 SE O'Leno Park Rd High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $15 After-Hours Parking Pass per vehicle (with up to 8 people) is required to attend this event. A $5 per vehicle State Park Entry Fee is also required.
  • Website: www.givesignup.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Faith and Family Ag Festival

Come join us for a FREE event with farm animals, lunch and TONS of prizes! Please register to guarantee your ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Promised Land Family Ministries 6886 SW 74th Way Lake Butler, FL 32054
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

B'nai Israel Passover Community Seder

Register now for the Passover Community Seder!

  • 7:00 pm
  • Location: CBI Social Hall 3830 NW 16th Blvd. Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

O'Leno State Park Firefly Encounter

Learn about fireflies and see thousands of them light up the night! This special after-hours event is a truly magical ...

  • 7:45 pm
  • Location: O'Leno State Park 410 SE O'Leno Park Rd High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $15 After-Hours Parking Pass per vehicle (with up to 8 people) is required to attend this event. A $5 per vehicle State Park Entry Fee is also required.
  • Website: www.givesignup.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Salon 119 is turning One

Salon 119 is turning one & you’re invited! Come celebrate with us and enjoy a day filled with exciting activities ...

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 2725 SW 91st St, Ste 160, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Basketball Cop Foundation High School All-Star Game

This Friday! Come on out to Gainesville High School and watch some of the best high school basketball players in ...

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville High School Auditorium 1900 NW 13th St, Gainesville, FL, 32609
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

O'Leno State Park Firefly Encounter

Learn about fireflies and see thousands of them light up the night! This special after-hours event is a truly magical ...

  • 7:45 pm
  • Location: O'Leno State Park 410 SE O'Leno Park Rd High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $15 After-Hours Parking Pass per vehicle (with up to 8 people) is required to attend this event. A $5 per vehicle State Park Entry Fee is also required.
  • Website: www.givesignup.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Bar O Vintage Market - Easter Edition

This will be the coolest Bar O Vintage Market we have ever had! Child and adult egg hunt! Cash and ...

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 126 Radcliff Road Palatka, FL, United States, Florida 32177
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour

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

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: 1 parent and 1 child is $60 dollars; each additional child/participant is $30
  • Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spring Dog Day at The Bryer Patch

Bring your furry four-legged friend and join us for a Dog Day at The Patch! Our spring flowers will in ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $10/per person. 2 & under are free. Dogs are free. Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Painted Melodies Music, Art and Craft Festival

Join us for a vibrant day of music, art, and community spirit at the Painted Melodies Arts & Music Festival! ...

  • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 15400 Peggy Rd, Alachua, FL 32615-5447
  • Cost: Free Admission. Cash and card accepted for art vendors and food trucks. $10 Armband for Kids Corner.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Jeremiah's Italian Ice of Hunter's Crossing Spring Fling

Celebrate the arrival of Spring at Jeremiah's Annual Spring Fling! Join the Frog Squad for HALF OFF all Tadpole Mini, ...

  • 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
  • Location: 5200 NW 43rd Street Ste 508, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Join the Frog Squad for HALF OFF all Tadpole Mini, Small & Medium Treats!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center Homeschool Earth Day Celebration

Join us for a free event celebrating Earth Day at Cuscowilla! Hands-on activities provided and a sneak peek at Cuscowilla’s ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: Free, registration encouraged!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Teen Night at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union

Level up your money game at our exclusive Teen Night banking bash! Swing by a MIDFLORIDA branch on Tuesday, April 22, ...

City Nature Challenge: Alachua County

Get ready to explore the wild side of Alachua County! Join the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo, UF Department of ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: see description for details, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Harn Museum Art Cart

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

  • 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

O'Leno State Park Firefly Encounter

Learn about fireflies and see thousands of them light up the night! This special after-hours event is a truly magical ...

  • 7:45 pm
  • Location: O'Leno State Park 410 SE O'Leno Park Rd High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: $15 After-Hours Parking Pass per vehicle (with up to 8 people) is required to attend this event. A $5 per vehicle State Park Entry Fee is also required.
  • Website: www.givesignup.org
  • Category: Family Fun

City Nature Challenge: Alachua County

Get ready to explore the wild side of Alachua County! Join the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo, UF Department of ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: see description for details, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Turns 10!

Join us for a morning of celebration as you learn about the park’s history, how it’s changed in the last ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Park entry fee is waived for the day!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dudley Farm Historic State Park Tour

CANCELLED Join us and discover an authentic working farm owned by the Dudleys from post Civil War to mid-1940s. We ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Free with Park admission of $5.00 per car (up to 8 people)
  • Website: www.friendsofdudleyfarm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

American Legion Post 230 Community Outreach Day

American Legion Post 230’s Community Outreach Day – Fun for the Whole Family! Join them for a day of giving back ...

City Nature Challenge: Alachua County

Get ready to explore the wild side of Alachua County! Join the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo, UF Department of ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: see description for details, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Florida Vintage Market

Free & Family Friendly Outdoor Event! The Florida Vintage Market is a unique outdoor shopping experience in the heart of ...

  • 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Midpoint Park and Eatery 931 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun