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The Fun 4 Gator Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Gainesville area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event

PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.


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

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

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

Chomp the Block

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

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

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

F4GK Playgroup

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids as we explore family fun destinations around Gainesville! New playgroups EVERY week! Click to learn more.
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10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
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7:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)
10:00 am Open House at O2B Kids Newberry Park
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
6:00 pm Cuscowilla 4-H Club Open House
 
3:30 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
10:00 am First Presbyterian Preschool Open House
9:00 am Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Open House
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
12:00 pm Historic Haile Homestead Tour
 
 
 
10:30 am Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
10:00 am Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour
5:45 pm Birds and Brews Guided Walks at First Magnitude
 
 
 
3:00 pm Okito America Open House
3:00 pm Okito America Open House
10:00 am Ravine Gardens State Park Awesome Opossum
 
 
 
 
4:00 pm Cameron Dancenter NW Open House
4:00 pm Cameron Dancenter SW Open House
10:00 am Historic Haile Homestead Tour
 
 
 
 
5:00 pm Micanopy Academy Open House
7:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)
1:00 pm Homeschool Resource Fair at Millhopper Branch
 
 
 
 
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9:00 am Gainesville Cars and Coffee
5:00 pm Momentum Dance Arts In Person Registration
5:00 pm Momentum Dance Arts In Person Registration
3:30 pm Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Splash Into Science
10:30 am Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
9:00 am Williston School of Dance Studio Open House and Registration Event
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
 
 
5:00 pm Momentum Dance Arts In Person Registration
5:00 pm Momentum Dance Arts In Person Registration
7:00 pm Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
12:00 pm Historic Haile Homestead Tour
 
 
 
6:00 pm The High Springs Historical Society Summer Speaking Series: The American Civil War
 
10:00 am Historic Haile Homestead Tour
2:00 pm UF Game Lab: Feathers and Friends
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:00 am D1 Training Gainesville - Homeschool Open House & Free Trial Classes
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
7:00 am Alachua Audubon Field Trip: UF (Hague) Dairy Unit Field Trip
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10:30 am Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series
 
10:00 am Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Historic Haile Homestead Tour
 
 
 
 
 
 
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7:00 am Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Chapman’s Pond and Nature Trails
10:00 am St Francis Vet Care Open House Block Party
 
 
 
6:00 pm Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars
7:00 pm Artwalk Gainesville
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01Aug

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! ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)

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

  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $7.19 for Adults (13-59), $6.17 for Children (4-12), Seniors (60+), UF Affiliates, Military and First Responders
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational
02Aug

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! ...

Open House at O2B Kids Newberry Park

We’re so excited to show the Newberry community our beautiful new expansion and introduce families to our brand-new Afterschool Program ...

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour

We have a guided tour the first Saturday of every month at 10 am. Regular admission price for non-members.

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 4700 S.W. 58th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Adults: $12, Children (ages 5-13): $7, Children under 5: Free (when accompanied by parent)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational
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03Aug

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! ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Birds and Brews Guided Walks at First Magnitude

First Magnitude and the Alachua Audubon Society have teamed up to host monthly bird walks! This event meets the first Sunday ...

  • 5:45 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company, 1220 SE Veitch Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free event
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational
04Aug

Cuscowilla 4-H Club Open House

Join us for a fun and family-friendly Cuscowilla 4-H Club Open House! This is a great opportunity to explore what ...

06Aug

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 ...

07Aug

First Presbyterian Preschool Open House

Meet the teachers, see the classrooms! Open tours- meet the director! Drop in between 10 am-12 pm. Refreshments provided.

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools. Participants will learn about the tools Scientists to ...

Okito America Open House

School is right around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you back! Join us for our Open House.. ...

Cameron Dancenter NW Open House

We can’t wait for our new season of dance starting August 18! Visit us for Open House Thursday, August 7, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Dancenter NW Studio, Ridgeway Village, 5003 NW 34th Blvd. Suite 120, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Micanopy Academy Open House

August is almost here, and we are so excited to see you all! Tour the school, meet teachers, and ask ...

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08Aug

Gainesville Christian Preparatory School Open House

Get ready to soar into a new school year! Come meet your teachers, explore your new classroom! We can't wait ...

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! ...

Okito America Open House

School is right around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you back! Join us for our Open House.. ...

Cameron Dancenter SW Open House

We can’t wait for our new season of dance starting August 18! Visit us for Open House Thursday, August 7, ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)

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

  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $7.19 for Adults (13-59), $6.17 for Children (4-12), Seniors (60+), UF Affiliates, Military and First Responders
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational
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09Aug

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! ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Ravine Gardens State Park Awesome Opossum

A special park program for all ages about opossums- a wildly unique creature from our own backyard.

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Ravine Gardens State Park (Under the big pavilion) 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177
  • Cost: Free with park admission. $5 per vehicle or $2 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Homeschool Resource Fair at Millhopper Branch

Join us for the third annual homeschool resource fair at Millhopper Branch. This will be a chance for families and ...

  • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Children's Area, Room A, Room B, Teen Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.aclib.us
  • Category: Tours/Informational
10Aug

Gainesville Cars and Coffee

Gainesville Cars and Coffee is a gathering for automotive enthusiasts of all types from exotics and classics to imports and ...

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! ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

UF Game Lab: Feathers and Friends

Feathers and Friends fundraising event will be held at First Magnitude on Sunday, August 10th from 2 pm-6 pm; we ...

11Aug

Momentum Dance Arts In Person Registration

We are excited for our new season! We're using this moment to raise the bar, refine curriculum, and expand what’s ...

12Aug

Momentum Dance Arts In Person Registration

We are excited for our new season! We're using this moment to raise the bar, refine curriculum, and expand what’s ...

13Aug

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 ...

Momentum Dance Arts In Person Registration

We are excited for our new season! We're using this moment to raise the bar, refine curriculum, and expand what’s ...

14Aug

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools. Participants will learn about the tools Scientists to ...

Momentum Dance Arts In Person Registration

We are excited for our new season! We're using this moment to raise the bar, refine curriculum, and expand what’s ...

The High Springs Historical Society Summer Speaking Series: The American Civil War

Our first event: "The American Civil War," The presenter, John P Walsh is an experienced historian about the American Civil ...

15Aug

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! ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Summer)

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

  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $7.19 for Adults (13-59), $6.17 for Children (4-12), Seniors (60+), UF Affiliates, Military and First Responders
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational
16Aug

Williston School of Dance Studio Open House and Registration Event

Please check the website for our schedule. Please join us on Saturday, August 16th for our Studio Registration Event. We ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Williston School of Dance 153 NW 6th Street, in Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: See description for details
  • Website: willistondance.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

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! ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Guitar Center Open House

Guitar Center will host its next Open House on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Guests can enjoy free trial lessons and free ...

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17Aug

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! ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

20Aug

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 ...

21Aug

D1 Training Gainesville - Homeschool Open House & Free Trial Classes

Homeschool Families — You’re Invited to Our Open House! Join us at D1 Training Gainesville for a special Homeschool Open House ...

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools. Participants will learn about the tools Scientists to ...

22Aug

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! ...

23Aug

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: UF (Hague) Dairy Unit Field Trip

Join Alachua Audubon Society to kick off the first fall weekend field trip of 2025! Meet field trip leader Tim Hardin ...

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! ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Abacus Learning Center Open House and Back to School Ice Cream Social

Join us Saturday, August 23 from 10 am–2 pm for a sweet time! Enjoy free ice cream, fun for the whole ...

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24Aug

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! ...

St Francis Vet Care Open House Block Party

St. Francis Vet Care, a nonprofit veterinary clinic dedicated to making pet care accessible for all, is thrilled to announce ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

27Aug

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 ...

28Aug

Florida Museum of Natural History Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools Series

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises: Engineering Scientist Tools. Participants will learn about the tools Scientists to ...

Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...

29Aug

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! ...

Artwalk Gainesville

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

30Aug

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Chapman’s Pond and Nature Trails

Meet Ben Fick in the grassy parking lot. The lot is across from the GRU - Kanapaha Water Reclamation Facility, ...

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! ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

31Aug

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! ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...