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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.


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.
Harn Museum Nights: | Thursday, January 22nd 5-9pm

Harn Museum Nights: | Thursday, January 22nd 5-9pm

The Harn galleries are open every Thursday evening until 9 pm, providing an opportunity to browse current exhibitions on a weekday evening. Celebrate the Harn’s 35 anniversary with selected photographs from our collection addressing history, memory, identity, innovation, dreaming, war, the environment, family and joy with The Harn at 35: Recent Photography Acquisitions; or travel through Florida’s landscapes and explore the swamp with the works on display in the Florida Impressions: Gift of Samuel H. and Roberta T. Vickers exhibition. 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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10:30 am Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch
8:00 am Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Orange Lake Overlook-PUMA Nest Check Ramble
Gainesville Hoopfest
 
 
 
 
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
8:00 am Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series
 
 
 
 
11:00 am Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch
10:00 am Arts4All Florida Youth Arts Showcase
8:00 am Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Bolen Bluff Trail
 
 
 
 
4:00 pm Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts
10:30 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup High Springs Library Branch
8:30 am City of Alachua Great American Cleanup
 
 
 
 
5:15 pm Inter Gainesville KF Soccer Tryouts- Boys & Girls
11:00 am Infant CPR & Choking Prevention Class
9:00 am Island Grove Blueberry Festival
 
 
 
 
 
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Gainesville Hoopfest
11:00 am The Ice Cream Vault Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
3:00 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
10:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Mother's Day Fun in the Park
9:00 am Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
8:30 am Haile Farmer's Market Mother’s Day Weekend
7:00 am Alachua Audubon Field Trip: A Little Sit
4:30 pm Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!
4:00 pm Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Mexico
10:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers
5:00 pm Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts
8:30 am Mother’s Day Market at The Alachua County Farmers Market
8:00 am Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series
5:15 pm Inter Gainesville KF Soccer Tryouts- Boys & Girls
4:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Painting Class
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch
5:00 pm Friday Night Street Legal Madness
9:00 am Windsor Fire Department Zucchini Festival
9:00 am Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Amphibian Week
6:00 pm Copa Cinco de Mayo 3v3
5:00 pm Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts
4:00 pm Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
5:30 pm D1 Training Gainesville - Moms Train FREE!
9:00 am Gainesville Garden Club Mother's Day Garden Tour and Luncheon
9:30 am Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Spring Festival
 
5:15 pm Inter Gainesville KF Soccer Tryouts- Boys & Girls
5:00 pm Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts
11:00 am Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch
6:00 pm Archer Cultural Progressive Organization: Mother’s Day Weekend Extravaganza-A Mother’s Night Out
9:00 am Leslie Tharpe Designs: Lamp Base with Karen Tharp
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9:00 am Leslie Tharpe Designs: Brick Vase with Karen Tharp
 
3:00 pm Safe Kids North Central Florida High Springs - Station 29 Car Seat Check Up
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - To the Moon
IndepenDance Studio Competitive Dance Company Auditions
NCAA Regional Softball Championship
NCAA Regional Softball Championship
9:30 am Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Mother's Day Weekend
 
3:00 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
3:15 pm Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Op Art Hand Drawings
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch
IndepenDance Studio Competitive Dance Company Auditions
IndepenDance Studio Competitive Dance Company Auditions
10:00 am Highland Farm Tours at Mayhem Ranch for Mother's Day
 
3:30 pm Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Roll With It
7:00 pm Young Annasemble Orchestra Spring Concert
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
8:00 am Florida Gators Soccer Elite ID Camp
10:00 am Gainesville Mother's Day Craft and Vendor Market
 
4:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Painting Class
 
11:00 am Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch
6:00 pm GFAA Artist Studio Tour Kick-Off Party
8:30 am Newberry Watermelon Pageant
10:00 am High Springs Pioneer Days Festival
 
6:00 pm Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning
 
12:00 pm Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Grow Hub
6:00 pm Cypress Valley Farm Homeschool Prom-Open to all homeschoolers
9:00 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day SF College Teaching Zoo
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NCAA Regional Softball Championship
10:30 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup indepenDANCE studio
10:00 am Journey to Juneteenth: Flag Raising and City of Gainesville Kickoff
10:30 am Story Time at the Zoo
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:00 am Leslie Tharpe Designs Blacksmith Workshop - Belt Buckle - Forged and Welded
10:00 am Summer Kids' Day at 4th Ave Food Park
6:00 pm Elite Baseball 8u-14u Tryouts
10:00 am Bryer Patch Flower Season Homeschool Day with a Splash
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Veterinarian's Office
10:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers
10:30 am La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting
9:00 am Journey to Juneteenth: Florida Emancipation Celebration
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
6:00 pm City of Gainesville Adventures in Play and Teen Life Summer Day Camps Virtual Open House
1:30 pm Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup D1 Training
12:00 pm Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: A Worldwide Story Time- Join A Simultaneous Storytime from Australia & New Zealand
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch
11:00 am Gators Softball hosts NCAA Super Regional
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
10:00 am GFAA Artist Studio Tour
 
2:00 pm La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming
11:00 am Splitz Bowling Homeschool Field Trip Days
3:00 pm Alachua County Library: Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead at Cone Park Branch
11:00 am Alachua County Library: Saturday Story Time at Micanopy Branch
10:00 am 5th Avenue Arts Festival
 
3:00 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
5:30 pm Gatorball Fall Baseball Tryouts
11:00 am Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch
5:00 pm Friday Night Street Legal Madness
11:00 am Alachua County Library Archer Branch Saturday Story Time
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Gators Softball hosts NCAA Super Regional
9:30 am CrossFit Lead presents Memorial Day Murph
3:00 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
9:30 am Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Sun Country Sports Center
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:00 am Leslie Tharpe Designs Blacksmith Workshop - Belt Buckle - Forged and Welded
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
10:00 am Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays-Memorial Day Weekend
3:30 pm Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Roll With It
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Summer
10:30 am Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch
10:00 am Suwannee Spirit Kids Music Camp
9:00 am Studio TM Stay n' Clay Hour
10:00 am Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays-Memorial Day Weekend
10:00 am Flip Factory Zone Memorial Day
4:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Painting Class
5:00 pm Melrose United Methodist Church Youth Summer Wednesday Nights
11:00 am Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch
6:00 pm SPARC Place: Artist Residency Kick-off Event
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
11:00 am Sequential Artists Workshop Comics for Teens
10:00 am Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation Memorial Day Weekend Tours
5:30 pm RADD Cheer Competitive Tryout Clinics
5:00 pm Melrose United Methodist Church Summer Programming
11:00 am Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Rabbit Story Time
6:00 pm 2nd Act Productions presents Aladdin Jr.
10:00 am Alachua County Fire Rescue Station 21 Open House and Family Day
11:00 am One Love Cafe Rock Painting
12:00 pm Memorial Day Tribute Bluegrass Porch Pickin
6:00 pm Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning
5:30 pm RADD Cheer Competitive Tryout Clinics
3:00 pm Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Blooms with Paper Plate Weaving
7:00 pm Artwalk Gainesville
10:00 am Campusview Church My School Open House
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01May

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch

It's Story Time! Bring your little ones and join us for stories, songs, and a craft as we introduce literacy ...

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts

Leg-A-Z soccer tryouts will be held on May 1st, May 6th, May 7th, and May 8th at Forest Park in ...

Inter Gainesville KF Soccer Tryouts- Boys & Girls

Calling all young athletes! Inter Gainesville is holding open tryouts for boys and girls born 2007–2017. Whether you’re just starting ...

02May

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Orange Lake Overlook-PUMA Nest Check Ramble

Join us at Orange Lake Overlook where AAS has installed a new Purple Martin (PUMA) nest gourd array that is ...

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! ...

Arts4All Florida Youth Arts Showcase

Students share original art from the A. Quinn Jones Museum collections.

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup High Springs Library Branch

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at High Springs Branch Library. Art and science explorations will be ...

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 ...

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03May

Gainesville Hoopfest

YBOA Gainesville HoopFest is coming to the Alachua County Sports & Events Center! Join us May 3-4, 2025, for an ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: scorbot.app
  • Category: Sporting Events

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2025 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway: 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Adult Spectators $20 | Children under 12 FREE with paying adult
  • Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Bolen Bluff Trail

Meet Maggie Paxson in the lot. Access trailhead off of 441 south of Gainesville: With over 230 unique species on ...

City of Alachua Great American Cleanup

Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025, starting at 8:30 a.m. for the City of Alachua's annual Great American Cleanup ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: City of Alachua City Hall 15100 NW 142 Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Island Grove Blueberry Festival

Annual fundraising Blueberry Festival in Island Grove, FL. All funds raised will contribute directly to the maintenance and improvement of ...

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04May

Gainesville Hoopfest

YBOA Gainesville HoopFest is coming to the Alachua County Sports & Events Center! Join us May 3-4, 2025, for an ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: scorbot.app
  • Category: Sporting Events

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: A Little Sit

What is a “Big Sit”? It’s a birding event where teams try to see how many species they can spot ...

Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series

The 2025 Scorpion Racing E.T. Bracket Series at Gainesville Raceway will feature 6 classes of racing, including Super Pro, Pro, ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway: 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Adult Spectators $20 | Children under 12 FREE with paying adult
  • Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Amphibian Week

Hop on Over for Amphibian Week! Join the SF Teaching Zoo and the United States Geological Survey (USGS) on Sunday, May ...

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Regular admission applies.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Spring Festival

Join us for our highly anticipated tenth annual Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens Spring Festival, taking place on May 3rd ...

  • 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $5 | Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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05May

The Ice Cream Vault Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting

Join us for a sweet grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Alachua Chamber of Commerce on Monday, May 5th ...

Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!

Do you ever just wish your kids would make their own dinner?! Your wish is our command! Give your kids ...

Inter Gainesville KF Soccer Tryouts- Boys & Girls

Calling all young athletes! Inter Gainesville is holding open tryouts for boys and girls born 2007–2017. Whether you’re just starting ...

Copa Cinco de Mayo 3v3

Mark your calendars for the most exciting soccer event of the year! Get ready to compete in Copa Cinco de ...

06May

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the ...

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts

Leg-A-Z soccer tryouts will be held on May 1st, May 6th, May 7th, and May 8th at Forest Park in ...

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts

Junior Elite Soccer Academy is excited to announce its 2025/26 Competitive Soccer Tryouts on May 6-9 from 5 pm-8 pm ...

Inter Gainesville KF Soccer Tryouts- Boys & Girls

Calling all young athletes! Inter Gainesville is holding open tryouts for boys and girls born 2007–2017. Whether you’re just starting ...

07May

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Mother's Day Fun in the Park

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for some Mother's Day Fun in the Park. We'll have games, crafts, and a popcorn ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Mexico

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

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming

Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts

Leg-A-Z soccer tryouts will be held on May 1st, May 6th, May 7th, and May 8th at Forest Park in ...

Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts

Junior Elite Soccer Academy is excited to announce its 2025/26 Competitive Soccer Tryouts on May 6-9 from 5 pm-8 pm ...

View All 6 Events For May 07
08May

Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal

Calling all nature park heroes! Join us for our next give back Thursday event at Cofrin Nature Park this Thursday ...

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers

Waldorf inspired outdoor play. Child-led nature play around the fun treehouse and big sand pit. We will walk in nature, ...

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch

It's Story Time! Bring your little ones and join us for stories, songs, and a craft as we introduce literacy ...

View All 13 Events For May 08
09May

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! ...

Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts

Junior Elite Soccer Academy is excited to announce its 2025/26 Competitive Soccer Tryouts on May 6-9 from 5 pm-8 pm ...

Friday Night Street Legal Madness

Gates Open at 5 pm. Track is hot from 6:30 pm-11 pm. For street legal portion of the night any Licensed ...

  • 5:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Spectators (13yrs & up) $20, Children (12 & under) Free
  • Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

D1 Training Gainesville - Moms Train FREE!

Moms Train FREE This Friday! Friday, May 9 | 5:30 PM Strong, supportive, unstoppable—this one’s for YOU, Mom. Come lift, sweat, and ...

Archer Cultural Progressive Organization: Mother’s Day Weekend Extravaganza-A Mother’s Night Out

A Mother’s Night Out Friday, May 9th from 6 pm-10 pm Line dancing, music and food! $25 Donation Archer Community Center 16671 SW ...

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10May

Haile Farmer's Market Mother’s Day Weekend

Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Come by the farmers market this Saturday morning and pick up fresh flowers, ...

Mother’s Day Market at The Alachua County Farmers Market

Give your Mom the gift of time together! Come spend time with Mom at Alachua County Farmers’ Market. You can ...

Windsor Fire Department Zucchini Festival

40th Annual Zucchini Festival! Vendors, food trucks, fried zucchini, live music and more! Kiwanis will be frying the Zucchini again ...

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Windsor Fire Department-1401 SE County Road 234 Gainesville ( between Gainesville and Melrose)
  • Cost: Free entry or donate $5
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Garden Club Mother's Day Garden Tour and Luncheon

A great gift for Mom & Everyone Who Has a Mom! • Enjoy a tour of three distinct and unique home ...

Leslie Tharpe Designs: Lamp Base with Karen Tharp

A material fee of $70 is due upon arrival to class. In this workshop, students will create a beautiful black porcelain ...

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11May

Leslie Tharpe Designs: Brick Vase with Karen Tharp

A $50 material fee is due upon arrival to class Build a gorgeous bouquet vase using textured slabs of black porcelain. ...

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Mother's Day Weekend

Mother's Day is this weekend! Don't forget to take your lovely mothers on a walk in this beautiful garden with ...

  • 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $7 | Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Highland Farm Tours at Mayhem Ranch for Mother's Day

Spend Mothers Day Weekend on the farm cuddling mini cows, mini donkeys and more! Farm Tour tickets are limited! Book ...

Gainesville Mother's Day Craft and Vendor Market

Celebrate Moms at the Gainesville Mother's Day Craft & Vendor Market! Dates & Times: Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10am - 5pm Sunday, ...

High Springs Pioneer Days Festival

The 48th Annual High Springs Pioneer Day Festival Days Festival will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025 and Sunday, ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Greenway behind The Chamber of Commerce, 23517 Nw 185th Road, High Springs, FL, 32643
  • Cost: free admission
  • Website: highsprings.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
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13May

Safe Kids North Central Florida High Springs - Station 29 Car Seat Check Up

A car seat is one of the most effective ways to keep your child safe while on the road, but ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Location: 18586 Northwest 238th Street High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Roll With It

THIS EVENT IS FULL! Tweens and teens can play through a Dungeons & Dragons campaign with guidance from an experienced ...

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

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14May

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - To the Moon

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

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Op Art Hand Drawings

Trick the eye with a simple drawing of a hand.

Young Annasemble Orchestra Spring Concert

The Young Annasemble will give its annual spring concert at the Thomas Center. The orchestra of around 25 young players ...

15May

IndepenDance Studio Competitive Dance Company Auditions

Calling all Alachua County & Surrounding Dancers: Auditions are coming up this month of May! New parent interest meeting: May 9th! Season ...

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch

It's Story Time! Bring your little ones and join us for stories, songs, and a craft as we introduce literacy ...

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Grow Hub

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Grow Hub. We will meet on Thursday, May 15th for ...

View All 10 Events For May 15
16May

NCAA Regional Softball Championship

The Gators have been selected to host an NCAA Regional at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium May 16-18. Joining us in ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

IndepenDance Studio Competitive Dance Company Auditions

Calling all Alachua County & Surrounding Dancers: Auditions are coming up this month of May! New parent interest meeting: May 9th! Season ...

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! ...

GFAA Artist Studio Tour Kick-Off Party

The GFAA Artist Studio Tour returns with new dates in May! This self-guided tour through working artist studios in and ...

Cypress Valley Farm Homeschool Prom-Open to all homeschoolers

Attention homeschoolers! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, dancing, and friendship at the Cypress Valley Farm Homeschool Prom! ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 8390 NE 150th Ave Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $80 Per Student
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other
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17May

NCAA Regional Softball Championship

The Gators have been selected to host an NCAA Regional at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium May 16-18. Joining us in ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

IndepenDance Studio Competitive Dance Company Auditions

Calling all Alachua County & Surrounding Dancers: Auditions are coming up this month of May! New parent interest meeting: May 9th! Season ...

Florida Gators Soccer Elite ID Camp

The Florida Gators Soccer Program is excited to welcome you to a full day of soccer at the Donald R. ...

Newberry Watermelon Pageant

Deadline April 25th 0-4 years old (boys and girls) 5-13yrs old 14-16yrs old Big Queens (17-22 yrs old)

  • 8:30 am
  • Location: Oak View Middle School 1203 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Admission is $1.00 at the door and under 5 FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Pageants/Competitions

Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day SF College Teaching Zoo

Bring the whole family out to the SF College Teaching Zoo for World Kangaroo Day. On Saturday, May 17 from ...

  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Admission is $10 adults, $6 children ages 4-12, Free for children 3 and under.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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18May

NCAA Regional Softball Championship

The Gators have been selected to host an NCAA Regional at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium May 16-18. Joining us in ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: see website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Summer Kids' Day at 4th Ave Food Park

Storytime, balloon animals, face painting, Gainesville Goo, and more!

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 4th Ave Food Park 409 SW 4th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Entry. Fee for some vendors.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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! ...

GFAA Artist Studio Tour

The GFAA Artist Studio Tour returns with new dates in May! This self-guided tour through working artist studios in and ...

5th Avenue Arts Festival

Celebrate the rich culture, history, and vibrant community of Gainesville at the 45th Annual 5th Avenue Arts Festival! This beloved ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College Blount Center 401 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
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19May

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup indepenDANCE studio

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at IndepenDANCE Studio. Come for a FREE iBaby & Me Pop-Up Class at the ...

Elite Baseball 8u-14u Tryouts

Register your child now to join our tryouts for the Fall 2025 season, available for players aged 8u-14u. We look ...

City of Gainesville Adventures in Play and Teen Life Summer Day Camps Virtual Open House

Are you interested in learning more about our summer camps? If so, join us on Zoom for a Virtual Open ...

20May

Journey to Juneteenth: Flag Raising and City of Gainesville Kickoff

The City of Gainesville embarks on our month-long Journey to Juneteenth celebration. Beginning from Florida Emancipation Day (May 20) through ...

Bryer Patch Flower Season Homeschool Day with a Splash

Calling all Homeschool families! Come join us for our Flower Season Homeschool Day at the Patch! Our upick flower homeschool ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: $8 admission fee per person. 2 & under free. Military discount available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup D1 Training

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at D1 Training. For our youngest athletes, ages 7-11, we offer ...

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. | Fourth Friday at 10:30 a.m. Zoom

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the ...

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21May

Story Time at the Zoo

Join Us for Story Time at the Zoo! The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and the Alachua County Library invite ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo (On the lawn in front of the zoo) 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Storytime is free. See description for zoo prices.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Veterinarian's Office

Welcome to the Sensory Studio. This week's theme is Veterinarian's Office! Process art and Sensory stations are set up for exploring ...

Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch: A Worldwide Story Time- Join A Simultaneous Storytime from Australia & New Zealand

Read the same book at the same (adjusted) time as children from Australia and New Zealand! We will read The ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming

Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

Gatorball Fall Baseball Tryouts

May 20-22 8U Advanced Academy: May 20 5:30 pm-7:30 pm 9U: May 20 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm 10U: May 20 7:00 pm-8:30 ...

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22May

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers

Waldorf inspired outdoor play. Child-led nature play around the fun treehouse and big sand pit. We will walk in nature, ...

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

Splitz Bowling Homeschool Field Trip Days

Homeschool Field Trip Days! On the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, we offer special homeschool rates from 11:00 ...

Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch

It's Story Time! Bring your little ones and join us for stories, songs, and a craft as we introduce literacy ...

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23May

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

CLOSED FOR WEDDING! You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled 2 hrs getting to know our ...

La Leche League State-wide Virtual Meeting

State-wide Virtual Zoom Meetings: Third Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. | Fourth Friday at 10:30 a.m. Zoom

Gators Softball hosts NCAA Super Regional

The Gators have advanced from the Gainesville Regional and are set to host Georgia in an NCAA Super Regional at ...

  • 11:00 am
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Reserved: $25 | General Admission: $10
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Alachua County Library: Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead at Cone Park Branch

Come join us as we learn the basics of computer coding and internet safety! With this program, build both your ...

Friday Night Street Legal Madness

Gates Open at 5 pm. Track is hot from 6:30 pm-11 pm. For street legal portion of the night any Licensed ...

  • 5:00 pm
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Spectators (13yrs & up): $20 | Children (12 & under): Free
  • Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
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24May

Leslie Tharpe Designs Blacksmith Workshop - Belt Buckle - Forged and Welded

Saturday, May 24 & 31 from 9 am-12 pm The weekend will be broken into 2 parts - The Saturday session ...

Journey to Juneteenth: Florida Emancipation Celebration

The Florida Emancipation Celebration is a one-day festival celebrating the emancipation of enslaved people in Florida on May 20, 1865. ...

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! ...

Alachua County Library: Saturday Story Time at Micanopy Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...

Alachua County Library Archer Branch Saturday Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Join us for fun activities for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. ...

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25May

Gators Softball hosts NCAA Super Regional

The Gators have advanced from the Gainesville Regional and are set to host Georgia in an NCAA Super Regional at ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Reserved: $25 | General Admission: $10
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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! ...

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays-Memorial Day Weekend

Dive into fun this May at River Ranch Water Park! Join us for three exciting Community Event dates where you ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: Admission is $19 per person, and children 3 years old and under get in for free.
  • Website: www.kulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Sequential Artists Workshop Comics for Teens

Do you have a teen artist in GNV who loves comics? Whether they’re just getting started or already deep into ...

One Love Cafe Rock Painting

Calling all plant lovers! Let's decorate our beautiful pots with painted rocks. Join us this Sunday, 11 am-2 pm at ...

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26May

CrossFit Lead presents Memorial Day Murph

Join us as we honor the fallen with our annual Memorial Day Murph workout. Open to the public—everyone is welcome! The Workout: • ...

Kulaqua River Ranch Water Park Community Sundays-Memorial Day Weekend

Dive into fun this May at River Ranch Water Park! Join us for three exciting Community Event dates where you ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Location: River Ranch Water Park, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
  • Cost: Admission is $19 per person, and children 3 years old and under get in for free.
  • Website: www.kulaqua.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Flip Factory Zone Memorial Day

Let's celebrate Memorial Day!

Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation Memorial Day Weekend Tours

Outdoor Fun For All Ages, Ride or Walk Tours, See Cheetah Cubs and Baby Lemurs, Witness Big Cat Feedings, Over ...

Memorial Day Tribute Bluegrass Porch Pickin

Second annual Memorial Day Tribute to all veterans! Yall come out and join us! This in dedication to Robert Strickland ...

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27May

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Splash Into Science. In this program, participants will learn about the ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Roll With It

THIS EVENT IS FULL! Tweens and teens can play through a Dungeons & Dragons campaign with guidance from an experienced ...

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

RADD Cheer Competitive Tryout Clinics

Joining our all-star cheer gym isn’t just about learning routines; it’s about embarking on an exciting journey of self-discovery, growth, ...

Alachua Raiders Preseason Football Conditioning

Preseason Football Conditioning kicks off May 13th and we want to see YOU out there putting in that work! Tuesdays & ...

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28May

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Sun Country Sports Center

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Sun Country Sports Center. The Stay and Play program is for kids 5 ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Sun Country Sports Center, 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
  • Cost: $14 Member Rate | $17.50 Non-Member Rate (+ tax) per child. Use code: S&PF4G for $2 off!
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Summer

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

Melrose United Methodist Church Youth Summer Wednesday Nights

We are a safe space, everyone is welcome! 9th-12th grade! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, ...

Melrose United Methodist Church Summer Programming

Join us for unforgettable summer programming! May 28- June 4, 11, 18, 25- July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025 5 pm-6 ...

RADD Cheer Competitive Tryout Clinics

Joining our all-star cheer gym isn’t just about learning routines; it’s about embarking on an exciting journey of self-discovery, growth, ...

29May

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch

It's Story Time! Bring your little ones and join us for stories, songs, and a craft as we introduce literacy ...

Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Rabbit Story Time

Hop on over to the library! Gainesville Rabbit Rescue will be bringing rabbits to this special Story Time event. Spend some ...

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch: Blooms with Paper Plate Weaving

Come and join us as we weave flowers using a paper plate loom! All materials will be provided for during the ...

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30May

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! ...

Suwannee Spirit Kids Music Camp

Underneath the Spanish moss and the live oak trees, in the world’s greatest music venue, is a place where all ...

SPARC Place: Artist Residency Kick-off Event

Join SPARC352 as we kickoff SPARC Place: an artist residency pilot program providing studio space for community artists and musicians ...

2nd Act Productions presents Aladdin Jr.

2nd Act Productions is proud to present Aladdin Jr., a magical musical adventure brought to life by a talented cast ...

Artwalk Gainesville

Artwalk Gainesville is a self-guided art experience of local galleries, artist studios, and cultural events in beautiful Gainesville, Florida. The ...

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31May

Leslie Tharpe Designs Blacksmith Workshop - Belt Buckle - Forged and Welded

Saturday, May 24 & 31 from 9 am-12 pm The weekend will be broken into 2 parts - The Saturday session ...

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 ...

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! ...

Alachua County Fire Rescue Station 21 Open House and Family Day

Join Us for an Open House! We’re excited to welcome ACFR Station 21 to the Alachua community! Come celebrate with ...

Campusview Church My School Open House

Celebrating 50+ years of excellence in early childhood education for children 18 months to five years old! Come meet our ...

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