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
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.
Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.
Events and programs for kids with special needs
Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.
Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.
Family friendly shows and concerts
Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.
Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.
Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category
Sporting events and home games for local sports teams
One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families.
Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.
Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.
Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.
Family friendly sales events such as consignment sales, book sales, and plant sales
UF Gator Football Camp
CAMP IS FULL 1 Day Camp (June 2, 9, 16, 2025) This camp is for all position players who are entering the ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Florida Gators Indoor Practice Facility 2201 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, Florida, 32611
- Cost: $40 – Camp and Lunch, $25 – Camp Only
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Chick-fil-A at Archer Road Father's Day Family Night
We are so excited to announce our family night NEXT Tuesday, June 3rd! Join us from 5pm-7pm for crafts and ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Only at dine-in location! 3938 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free kids meals with purchase of an entree!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Junior Elite Future Ballers ID Free Soccer Clinic
We invite you to join our Junior Elite Future Ballers ID Free Soccer Clinic! Tuesday, June 3rd & Wednesday, June 4th ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Abby Wambach Park 4501 SW 20th Ave Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Reading Skills Summer Group
Our reading skills summer group is the perfect opportunity for young and struggling readers to keep learning during the summer! ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $80/class
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
ColdStone Creamery Summer Ice Cream Social
Looking for somewhere to take your kids for an hour this summer. Well, here you go. We are doing our ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations
- Cost: Each child will receive 1 created ice cream of their choice and a balloon $3
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Summer at the Library Sign-up
An opportunity for teens to make a difference in their library and advise library staff on teen programming, resources, and ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Branch (Teen Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Junior Elite Future Ballers ID Free Soccer Clinic
We invite you to join our Junior Elite Future Ballers ID Free Soccer Clinic! Tuesday, June 3rd & Wednesday, June 4th ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Abby Wambach Park 4501 SW 20th Ave Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Heartwood Soundstage & South Main Station: Community Nights
Community Nights at Music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Free event, all ages, pet friendly! Featuring live music, drink discounts, and ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S. Main St. Gainesville, FL 32601-6700
- Cost: FREE
- Website: heartwoodsoundstage.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Gainesville Summer Fun Open House
Get ready for a day full of fun, learning, and adventure! Event Highlights: -Come Meet Bluey & Bingo LIVE! Say hello to ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 2500 NE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities: Addressing Picky Eating
Is your child or student a picky eater? Join us for this informative session to learn how to assess picky ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Online Event
- Cost: free
- Website: card.ufl.edu
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Tours/Informational, Free
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
Newberry RC Park Friday Night Lights
Let’s get some racing in!
- 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Newberry RC Track: 24880 NW 16th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Free to spectate
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Carolina Kids Co-op: Gainesville Meet and Greet
Curious about Carolina Kids Co-op? Come see why this community is the place to be! Join us for this meet ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
High Springs Playhouse presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare
By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winifield. Directed by Amber Zekic. Originally produced by Reduced Shakespeare Company The Complete Works ...
- 7:30 pm
- Location: 130 NE First Avenue, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: TBA
- Website: app.arts-people.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
5v5 Soccer Tournament in Gainesville
5v5 tournaments are taking Florida by storm! With fast-paced action and registration open to players of all ages and ability ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Park 14100 N.W. 32nd Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32669
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: soccer.exposureevents.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Momentum Dance Arts Tiny Dancers Auditions
We are pleased to be able to offer a low commitment starter program for our Tiny Dancers ages 6-8. Our ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 13100 Tech City Circle, Suite 400, Building C Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free
Momentum Dance Arts Competitive Dance Company Auditions
We are always trying to push the boundaries for our dancers both artistically and technically. We are excited to announce ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 13100 Tech City Circle, Suite 400, Building C Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free
Pinspiration Gainesville Cookie Decorating Workshop + Crafting for Father’s Day
We are so excited to have Kim from “Eat the Darn Cookie” back in Gainesville for more cookie decorating. Our ...
- 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Pinspiration Gainesville 1132 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $65 ticket
- Website: gainesville.pinspiration.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sequential Artists Workshop SAW Draw Jam
Join us for SAW's IN-PERSON Draw Jam hosted at the SAW Oasis. This is a FREE event that occurs on ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1314 South Main Street #2, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
UF Gator Football Specialist KPS Camp
This camp is for specialist players who are entering the 9th grade and above. Camp will feature instruction that provides ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Florida Gators Indoor Practice Facility 2201 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, Florida, 32611
- Cost: $50 – Camp and Lunch
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Momentum Dance Arts Tiny Dancers Auditions
We are pleased to be able to offer a low commitment starter program for our Tiny Dancers ages 6-8. Our ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 13100 Tech City Circle, Suite 400, Building C Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free
Momentum Dance Arts Competitive Dance Company Auditions
We are always trying to push the boundaries for our dancers both artistically and technically. We are excited to announce ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 13100 Tech City Circle, Suite 400, Building C Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free
Cozy Classroom Homeschool Co-Op Open House
You’re invited to our Cozy Classroom Open House! Come tour our homeschool co-op, meet our amazing teachers, and see what ...
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 18643 NW 231st Street, Unit 10, High Springs, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
High Springs Playhouse presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare
By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winifield. Directed by Amber Zekic. Originally produced by Reduced Shakespeare Company The Complete Works ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 130 NE First Avenue, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: TBA
- Website: app.arts-people.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
UF Gator Football Camp
CAMP IS FULL 1 Day Camp (June 2, 9, 16, 2025) This camp is for all position players who are entering the ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Florida Gators Indoor Practice Facility 2201 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, Florida, 32611
- Cost: $40 – Camp and Lunch, $25 – Camp Only
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Smart Start at Zion Summer Sessions
“Tell Me a Story” is the theme for summer where we’ll be long story songs! This class is EARLY to ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 for the week session
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library: Teen D&D: Team A at Library Partnership Branch
You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall Mother Son Date Night
It’s time to slip on your favorite cowboy boots and saddle up for our Mother-Son Roundup! Join us on Monday, ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall 6419 W Newberry Rd, Ste G8, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event
Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Possum Creek Park, 4009 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gsgateway.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Library Partnership Resource Center: Books and Cooks
Free Books & Fun Activities! Our friends at Library Partnership Resource Center are teaming up with Books and Cooks and ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: 912 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-3765
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
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
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Battle Royal
A special summer D&D event! Tweens and teens can explore combat in Dungeons & Dragons while learning from an experienced ...
- 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event
Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gsgateway.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Reading Skills Summer Group
Our reading skills summer group is the perfect opportunity for young and struggling readers to keep learning during the summer! ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $80/class
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
IMPACT GNV Open House
Join the City of Gainesville as we celebrate the opening of the new IMPACT GNV office space! “This new space is ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: IMPACT GNV Office, 401 NW Sixth St., Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue and IMPACT GNV Open House
Join GFR’s Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue as we celebrate the opening of the new IMPACT GNV space! -Touch a Truck ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 401 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Free
Heartwood Soundstage & South Main Station: Community Nights
Community Nights at Music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Free event, all ages, pet friendly! Featuring live music, drink discounts, and ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S. Main St. Gainesville, FL 32601-6700
- Cost: FREE
- Website: heartwoodsoundstage.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Calvary Baptist Church of Alachua: 3x3 Basketball Tournament
3x3 Basketball Tournament Prizes for winners! Challenge your game. Then let God challenge your heart. Hosted by Calvary Baptist Church of Alachua at ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Hal Brady Rec Center 14300 NW 146th Terrace, Alachua, FL
- Cost: Free, donations welcome
- Website: forms.gle
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events , Free
Preschool Party Time
Thursdays in June, 9:30-11:30 am, all preschoolers and their parents are invited to a fun time of stories, crafts, games, ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 3530 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: FREE
- Website: servants.ccbchurch.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event
Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gsgateway.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
NCF Stars Baseball Fall Tryouts
Competitive baseball in the North Central Florida area this fall season. Register for our Fall 2025 9u-12u tryouts. Founded in 2024, ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Champions Park Of Newberry 24617 SW 30th Ave, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free tryout
- Website: www.ncfstars.com
- Category: Auditions/Tryouts, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab: A Summer Art Pop-Up
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Birthday Bash
Sensory & Art Workshop: Birthday Bash! (Ages 5 & Under) Get ready to celebrate with our Birthday Bash Sensory & ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Akomalu Festival
One of the largest African Ancestral Veneration Festivals in the USA - This years theme is victory! Bring Juneteenth in ...
- 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4307 NE 70th Place, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville Circus Center Summer Camp Showcase
Each Friday over the summer, the Gainesville Circus Center youth summer camp produces a 45 minute circus show featuring arial ...
- 2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
- Location: 1925 NW 2nd Street, Suite B, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $5 General admission. Free for kids 5 and under!
- Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Jaguars Flag Football Free Skills Camp
Exciting news! Jaguars Flag Football is hosting another free skills camp on June 13th from 6-8 pm AND offering a ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: High Springs Civic Center 19107 NW 240th St, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Newberry Parks & Recreation: First Down Flag Football Camp with NFL Giants player Corey Durden
We’re teaming up with NFL Giants player Corey Durden to bring an EPIC First Down Flag Football Camp to the ...
- 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Father's Day Fest at Alachua County Farmers' Market
Join us for a fun filled day celebrating dads with music, food and local vendors!
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Farmers' Market 5920 NW 13th St. Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
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, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
J. Crew Factory Celebrates Anniversary
Join J.Crew Factory, Butler Plaza, to celebrate their 2nd Anniversary! Celebrate with refreshments, giveaways, & more! J. Crew Factory is proud ...
- 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 3910 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Boswells Dream: Father's Day Basketball Tournament
Calling all father figures! Time is running out! Come solidify your spirt before registration ends. Sign up and bring your ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16 Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $50 per person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Amvets Post 88 of Florida Fathers Day Breakfast
Bring Dad down for a good home-cooked breakfast cooked by the Ladies Auxiliary 9 am-11 am. All are welcome to ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 10050 SR-24, Archer, FL 32618-7187
- Cost: Dads eat free!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
J. Crew Factory Celebrates Anniversary
Join J.Crew Factory, Butler Plaza, to celebrate their 2nd Anniversary! Celebrate with refreshments, giveaways, & more! J. Crew Factory is proud ...
- 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 3910 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Super Saturdays: Father's Day at Coliseum of Comics
Make Dad the Star of His Own Comic Book! -Bring the kids to Coliseum of Comics to create a FREE custom ...
- 10:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Gainesville (4401 NW 25th Place, Suite G - Gainesville FL 32606)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Dave and Buster's: The Dad Games!
Calling all legendary dads! Gather your family crew, suit up, and get ready for the 2nd Annual DAD GAMES Competition ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: Dave and Buster's - Gainesville 3023 SW 45th St. Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See website for prices
- Website: www.prekindle.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. Father's Day
Let Chef JJ Creations take care of the cooking this Father's Day! Start the day with Mimosa Brunch from 11 ...
- 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 325 NW 10th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-4236
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
UF Gator Football Camp
CAMP IS FULL 1 Day Camp (June 2, 9, 16, 2025) This camp is for all position players who are entering the ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Florida Gators Indoor Practice Facility 2201 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, Florida, 32611
- Cost: $40 – Camp and Lunch, $25 – Camp Only
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Smart Start at Zion Summer Sessions
“Tell Me a Story” is the theme for summer where we’ll be long story songs! This class is EARLY to ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 for the week session
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library: Midsummer Fairy Adventures at Headquarters Branch
Put some sparkle in your summer with a very special fairy program! We’ll listen to a fairy story, then make ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area, HQ Makerspace Room 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library: Teen D&D: Team A at Library Partnership Branch
You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Akomalu Festival
One of the largest African Ancestral Veneration Festivals in the USA - This years theme is victory! Bring Juneteenth in ...
- 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4307 NE 70th Place, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Contact for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library: Skill Issue-Meal Planning and Home Care at Headquarters Branch
Our “Skill Issue” series for teenagers features fun and hands-on activities designed to build skills for getting out into the ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library Teen Space 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Edison Kids Alachua Open House
Edison Kids and Swampbots Robotics Present: Alachua Open House! We’re excited to invite you to a fun and informative Open House ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: 14933 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615-8542
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Speech4Kids of Gainesville Reading Skills Summer Group
Our reading skills summer group is the perfect opportunity for young and struggling readers to keep learning during the summer! ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 13577 NW 2nd Lane Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $80/class
- Website: speech4kidsgroups.as.me
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
ColdStone Creamery Summer Ice Cream Social
Looking for somewhere to take your kids for an hour this summer. Well, here you go. We are doing our ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations
- Cost: Each child will receive 1 created ice cream of their choice and a balloon $3
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Aqua Angels: Free Artistic Swimming Day
We’re offering free trial sessions for kids ages 3–18—no experience needed! Swimmers must be able to swim unassisted and feel comfortable ...
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: aquaangelsas.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Heartwood Soundstage & South Main Station: Community Nights
Community Nights at Music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Free event, all ages, pet friendly! Featuring live music, drink discounts, and ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S. Main St. Gainesville, FL 32601-6700
- Cost: FREE
- Website: heartwoodsoundstage.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Preschool Party Time
Thursdays in June, 9:30-11:30 am, all preschoolers and their parents are invited to a fun time of stories, crafts, games, ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 3530 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: FREE
- Website: servants.ccbchurch.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Williston Community Juneteenth Celebration
Fun, music, kickball game, food and fellowship! Thursday, June 19th at 10 am Opening ceremony at the Heritage Park Pavillion Saturday, June 21st ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: See Descriptions for Locations, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Free admission and parking
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Family & Friends Try Archery
Interested in trying archery? Join us for this special discounted group event and experience a beginner archery class everyone can ...
- 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Archery Center, 24880 NW 16th Ave. Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $15
- Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Uniquely Abled Family Night
This event is open to the Public! All families with neurodivergent kids/family members are welcome! Doors open at 5:30 pm ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Canvas Church Lobby 15551 NW US Highway 441 Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: Free and Open to the Public
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Special Needs, Free
Kaleigh Baker & Hannah Harber at Heartwood
Kaleigh Baker writes songs and plays them for a livin'. With a gutsy belt that could shake walls, this powerfully ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S. Main St. Gainesville, FL 32601-6700
- Cost: $18-$27, Kids 12 and under are free.
- Website: www.prekindle.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Fun 4 Gator Kids Family Day Keystone Heights Mini Golf
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Family Day at Keystone Heights Mini Golf. We are having a summer party! ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Keystone Mini Golf 7154 SE County Rd, Keystone Heights, FL
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab: A Summer Art Pop-Up
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Outdoor Kitchen Play
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gainesville Circus Center Summer Camp Showcase
Each Friday over the summer, the Gainesville Circus Center youth summer camp produces a 45 minute circus show featuring arial ...
- 2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
- Location: 1925 NW 2nd Street, Suite B, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $5 General admission. Free for kids 5 and under!
- Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Greater Gainesville International Center: Exceptional Countries International Food Festival
Come celebrate World Refugee Day with GGIC and your community. We will have food from Afghanistan, Cuba, Haiti, Laos, Venezuela, ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free Admission, Food Sold!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Anthony Richardson Football Skills Camp
NFL quarterback Anthony Richardson is bringing his passion for the game and heart for the community to his hometown with ...
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Fred Cone Park 2841 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32641
- Cost: Free
- Website: anthonyrichardsonfoundation.org
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
NHS Volleyball Clinic
NHS Volleyball camp is just around the corner! This volleyball clinic is for 3rd-6th graders to learn the basic fundamentals: ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: NHS Gym 400 SW 258th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $30 per player
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Solstice Herbal Gathering
Come join us for a day filled with herbal wisdom and community connection at 17308 Co Rd 2082. This event ...
- 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Location: 17308 County Road 2082 Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: General Admission $50, Children ages 5-14 $10, Children Ages 0-4 Free
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
399 Sports & recreation presents Juneteenth Celebration
Join us at the Hal Brady Recreation Complex, June 21st from 10 am-2 pm for a Juneteenth Celebration presented by ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Hal Brady Recreation Complex 14300 NW 146th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Ravine Gardens State Park Get Crafty with Vicki
Get Crafty with Vicki at Ravine Gardens State Park June 14, 21, July 12 and 26 from 10 am-11:30 am Meet at ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
- Cost: Program free with park entry, $5 per vehicle or $2 person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
High Springs Playhouse presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare
By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winifield. Directed by Amber Zekic. Originally produced by Reduced Shakespeare Company The Complete Works ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 130 NE First Avenue, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: TBA
- Website: app.arts-people.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Little Shop of Horrors
Book by Howard Ashman Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman Based on the film by Roger Corman, screenplay by Charles Griffith Directed ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Student $20, Adult $25, Senior/Hero $20
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Smart Start at Zion Summer Sessions
“Tell Me a Story” is the theme for summer where we’ll be long story songs! This class is EARLY to ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 for the week session
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event
Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gsgateway.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Ocean Adventures
Dive into the ocean at the Library with activities, crafts, and tales about common and mythical sea creatures. You might ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Headquarters Branch (Youth Services Area, Meeting Room B) 401 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library: Teen D&D: Team A at Library Partnership Branch
You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event
Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gsgateway.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Library Partnership Resource Center: Books and Cooks
Free Books & Fun Activities! Our friends at Library Partnership Resource Center are teaming up with Books and Cooks and ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: 912 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-3765
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Dungeons & Dragons Battle Royal
A special summer D&D event! Tweens and teens can explore combat in Dungeons & Dragons while learning from an experienced ...
- 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
The Knot Climbing Gym Kids Climb Free
From now through July 31st, kids can climb free every Wednesday between 10 AM and 2 PM. Must be accompanied ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 704 S Main St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: Kids can climb free with adult with either a day pass or active membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
City of Gainesville Eco Buddies
Eco Buddies: hands-on education for toddlers and preschoolers. Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Heartwood Soundstage & South Main Station: Community Nights
Community Nights at Music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Free event, all ages, pet friendly! Featuring live music, drink discounts, and ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Heartwood Soundstage 619 S. Main St. Gainesville, FL 32601-6700
- Cost: FREE
- Website: heartwoodsoundstage.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Preschool Party Time
Thursdays in June, 9:30-11:30 am, all preschoolers and their parents are invited to a fun time of stories, crafts, games, ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 3530 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: FREE
- Website: servants.ccbchurch.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Hawthorne’s Homecoming
It still takes a village. Hawthorne’s 93rd Homecoming! Family Event! Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27 from 10 am-10 pm ...
- 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Location: 21633 65th Ave, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Watershed's Anniversary Weekend
Can you believe we have been open for 2 YEARS?! We have come a long way and for that we ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: 23591 NW 184th Road, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event
Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gsgateway.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Hawthorne’s Homecoming
It still takes a village. Hawthorne’s 93rd Homecoming! Family Event! Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27 from 10 am-10 pm ...
- 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Location: 21633 65th Ave, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab: A Summer Art Pop-Up
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Friday Fun in the Backyard
Fun Friday in the Backyard! The trough and Sensory areas will be set up for a fun day in the ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $13, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gainesville Circus Center Summer Camp Showcase
Each Friday over the summer, the Gainesville Circus Center youth summer camp produces a 45 minute circus show featuring arial ...
- 2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
- Location: 1925 NW 2nd Street, Suite B, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $5 General admission. Free for kids 5 and under!
- Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts
Watershed's Anniversary Weekend
Can you believe we have been open for 2 YEARS?! We have come a long way and for that we ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: 23591 NW 184th Road, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer Soccer Smash 3v3
Mark your calendars! -Build your own team. -Pick your team name. -Take the medal! Open to ages 7-17 Early registration discount! 4-15 minute games per team ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: SW Vixen Lane, Fort White, Florida 32038
- Cost: $120 per team
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Young Eagles Builder Workshop
Build a glider! Learn about rivets, resistors, and why pilots file a flight plan.
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Cannon Creek Airpark Chapter 977 Hangar 288 SW Challenger Ln. Lake City, FL 32025
- Cost: $15 is for materials
- Website: events.eaachapters.org
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
North Central Florida Cup 3v3 - Soccer Tournament - AirPitch USA
Mark your calendars for the most exciting soccer event of the year! What’s in Store: 5 games guaranteed for every team! ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Jonesville Soccer Park, 3401 NW 143rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Before June 23: $250/Team, $50/Individual, After June 24: $300/Team, $60/Individual
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Hawthorne’s Homecoming
It still takes a village. Hawthorne’s 93rd Homecoming! Family Event! Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27 from 10 am-10 pm ...
- 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: 21633 65th Ave, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Buchanan Trails Community Event Kid and Dog Park Grand Opening
Come celebrate the official grand opening of the Buchanan Trails Kid & Dog Park this Saturday from 10 AM to ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Buchanan Trails Neighborhood 1393 NW 127th Drive, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
High Springs Playhouse presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare
By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winifield. Directed by Amber Zekic. Originally produced by Reduced Shakespeare Company The Complete Works ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: 130 NE First Avenue, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: TBA
- Website: app.arts-people.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Little Shop of Horrors
Book by Howard Ashman Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman Based on the film by Roger Corman, screenplay by Charles Griffith Directed ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Student $20, Adult $25, Senior/Hero $20
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Smart Start at Zion Summer Sessions
“Tell Me a Story” is the theme for summer where we’ll be long story songs! This class is EARLY to ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $25 for the week session
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Popsicles in the Park: Girl Scouts Sign Up Extravaganza Event
Cool down, make new friends, and explore the exciting world of Girl Scouts at our free Popsicles in the Park ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gsgateway.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Water Day with Gainesville Fire Rescue
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids and the Gainesville Fire Rescue at Safety City to celebrate America's Birthday! First we'll have ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 1025 NE 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32601-4673
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Library: Teen D&D: Team A at Library Partnership Branch
You've joined Spelljammer Academy, a training ground for spellcasters and swords-for-hire seeking to venture into outer space. It might be ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm
- Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Momentum Dance Arts Open Tumbling
Open Tumbling for Ages 7-9 & 10+)
- 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 15634 NW US Hwy 441, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: $30
- Website: www.momentumdancearts.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
