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
Camp Kulaqua Labor Day Family Camp Weekend
We’re gearing up for a fantastic Spirit-filled, inspirational weekend, and we want you right in the middle of all the ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Camp Kulaqua, 23400 NW 212 Ave, High Springs FL 32643
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.kulaqua.com
- Category: Family Fun
Carson Springs Wildlife Labor Day Weekend
Taking a break from Saturday tours until August 30th. Come out Labor Day Weekend, Saturday or Monday when we start ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 E County Rd 225, Gainesville, FL, 32609
- Cost: Adults: $45 | Kids (2-11): $15 | Under 2 Years: Free
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Skate Station Funworks Labor Day
Kids dress like your parents' career and receive $2 off your admission!
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission Starts at $14.95
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Holiday Events
GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans
Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: Fee: $6
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo: Zookeeper for a Day
Have you ever wondered what a morning in the life of a zookeeper is like? Are you interested in animals ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL, 32606
- Cost: $35 + tax per day
- Website: www.showpass.com
- Category: Other
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A, Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Josh’s Place, Inc. Community Outreach
Make sure to visit Josh's Place a community outreach for people to feel welcome and safe. It is a place ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Baptist Church of Alachua 14005 NW 146th Ave, Alachua, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
LYFEhouse: Designing Your Future
Not sure what you want to do after high school? You're not alone. This virtual workshop is for high school-aged ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Virtual via Zoom
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.lyfehouse.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Nest Learning of Gainesville Math Explorers
Recommended for ages 5-7 - Take the stress out of building early math skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss ...
- 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $45 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Artful Adventures and Hidden Clues
It's early release day. Are you looking for adventure? Visit the Archer Branch Library each Wednesday afterschool to search for ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Tower Road Branch Rigamajig Engineering
Engineer and explore with our Rigamajig building set.
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Branch (Meeting Room) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Nest Learning of Gainesville Reading Adventures
Recommended for ages 5-7 - Ideal for children who recognize letters and sounds and are reading simple cvc words (ex. cat, ...
- 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $45 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cone Park Branch 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Josh’s Place, Inc. Community Outreach
Make sure to visit Josh's Place a community outreach for people to feel welcome and safe. It is a place ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: First Baptist Church of Alachua 14005 NW 146th Ave, Alachua, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Florida Gators Soccer vs. Florida Gulf Coast University
Help cheer on the Gators Soccer team!
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Donald R. Dizney Stadium Hull Rd & Natural Area Dr, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Sporting Events , Free
KBCH High School Social: Alley Gatorz Bowling
Want to meet other homeschooling high schoolers? See you at Alley Gatorz for bowling on Friday, September 5th at 3 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Alley Gatorz Bowling 2606 Waldo Road, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Sign up online for the KidsBowlFree program to receive a discount coupon!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
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 ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
The Ice Cream Vault Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and Teen Hangout
Upstairs every Friday and Saturday from 4 pm-11 pm. Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and teens. Hangout area for the TEENS ...
- 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 14841 Main Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: See menu for details!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Other, Free
Chomp the Block at Celebration Pointe
Who’s ready to CHOMP? Catch Albert & Alberta kicking off gameday weekend this Friday night at Chomp the Block! Kids Zone ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Celebration Pointe Northwest Corner of I-75 And Archer Rd, Gainesville, Florida 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, 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
UF Saving Smiles Dental Clinic
The Saving Smiles Program is a collaboration between UF Health, the UF College of Dentistry, the Rotary Club of Gainesville ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: UF HealthStreet 2401 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: dental.ufl.edu
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Other, Free
Sweet Berry Farms Fall Market
Join Us for the Fall Market at Sweet Berry Farms LLC! Mark your calendars for a delightful day at Sweet ...
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 4851 NE 190th Ave, Williston, Florida 32696
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
LYFEhouse Explore & Expand: Turning Interests Into Career Ideas
Have a hobby you love or a subject you enjoy, but not sure how it connects to a career? This ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Virtual via Zoom
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.lyfehouse.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Living History Saturday at Morningside Nature Center
First Saturday of the month September–May, from 9 am–1 pm at the Living History Farm. Step back in time at ...
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Morningside Nature Center 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
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
Weecycle Of Gainesville Costume Release
We will be open Saturday from 10-5 and Sunday from 11-4. We will have hundreds of New and Used costumes ...
- 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 1405 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Skate Station Funworks Candy Scramble
Candy Scramble! Prizes and candy for all!
- 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Admission starts at $14.95
- Website: funworks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville Oddities Market September! The Return to Bo Diddley
Calling all curious minds! After a 3-month break, the Gainesville Oddities Market is finally back — and we’re returning in ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
ARTSPEAKS: Bringing Poetry and People Together
13th Annual ARTSPEAKS: Bringing Poetry & People Together You're Invited To Experience Another Amazing ARTSPEAKS! ARTSPEAKS: "Bringing Poetry & People Together" is ...
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Thomas Center: 302 NE 6th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: This Event Is Free And Public!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans
Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: Fee: $6
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre Open Auditions: The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon
Auditions: September 7-8, 2025, 7 PM Open to ages 16+ Auditions will consist of cold readings. Fill out the audition form online. ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: ART Mainstage 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Auditions/Tryouts, Free
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot-FREE Day!
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Fire Station #1
FULL! Join Fun 4 Gator Kids at Fire Station #1. We will have a tour of the station and get ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Fire Station #1 525 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601-6721
- Cost: Free but registration is required
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Florida Museum of Natural History Early Explorers - Prehistoric Life
Gear up for fun and learning with your littles! Our Prehistoric Life series shows us the fascinating animals that roamed ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library Children's Area 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Library Programs, Free
KBCH Career Seminar Series
The KBCH Career Seminar Series is organized for middle and high schoolers to explore the fascinating ways people make a living. Invite your ...
- 1:15 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.homeschool-life.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A, Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center PEEPs: Shapes in Nature
Preschool series, parents stay with the child for interactive activities to explore the outdoors. Monthly Theme: Shapes in Nature This monthly program ...
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: $4 resident/ $5 non resident
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Leaf Laboratory
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, Special Needs
Nest Learning of Gainesville Math Explorers
Recommended for ages 5-7 - Take the stress out of building early math skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss ...
- 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $45 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
September 11 Memorial Event and Stair Climb
Join ACFR at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for a meaningful 9/11 Stair Climb as we honor and remember the lives ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
Bilingual Story Time at the Park
Join us for Bilingual Story Time at the Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center with Alachua County Library District. Interactive fun with ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park, 1500 Northwest 45th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Safe Kids North Central Florida: Millhopper Library Car Seat Check
Car seat checkup appointments are designated for families who are already have a car seat. Car seats will not be ...
- 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Other, Free
Nest Learning of Gainesville Reading Adventures
Recommended for ages 5-7 - Ideal for children who recognize letters and sounds and are reading simple cvc words (ex. cat, ...
- 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $45 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cone Park Branch 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 17th Annual Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend on September 12-14, ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
The Ice Cream Vault Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and Teen Hangout
Upstairs every Friday and Saturday from 4 pm-11 pm. Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and teens. Hangout area for the TEENS ...
- 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 14841 Main Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: See menu for details!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Other, Free
GNV Arts: Gainesville Gotta Drum
Learn Afro-Brazilian rhythms and play samba-reggae! Fridays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for ages middle school through adults.
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: Fee: $10
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Palm Point Park
Park in the parking lot of Palm Point Park or on the road’s shoulder. This will be a group led ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Palm Point Park 7401 Lake Shore Dr, Gainesville, FL 32641-0602
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Waldo Sweet Potato Festival & Car Show
Waldo’s 1st Annual Sweet Potato Festival! Hosted by the Waldo Area Historical Society Get ready to celebrate all things sweet potato ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Waldo City Square 14450 NE 148th Ave, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Gainesville Youth Bowling League Open Registration
Bowling Saturday mornings 9:30 am-12 pm 2 Divisions Bantams: Ages 6-12 | Weekly Fee $8 Youth Classic: Ages 13-20 | Weekly Fee $10 Membership ...
- 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Splitz Bowling 1301 NW 76th Blvd., Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: Weekly Fee: $8 Bantams, Youth Classic $10
- Website: bowlsplitz.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Gainesville Circus Center Toddler Time
Saturday morning classes from 9:30 am-11 am are for kids ages 2-5 & their adult caregiver to play. Come climb, ...
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Circus Center 1925 Northwest 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Sliding scale fee $5 - $20 pays for child and 1 adult visitor
- Website: www.gainesvillecircus.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
BAKK Ridge Farm: Back to School Community Event
We will be having a back to school event! For any parents who wishes to sell their kiddos gently used ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 12191 NE. 60th St, Williston, FL 32696-3711
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Bolen Bluff
Meet Maggie Paxson in the lot. Access trailhead off of 441 south of Gainesville. With over 230 unique species on ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Bolen Bluff Trail, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
High Springs Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival
Vendors, kids corral, activities, prizes, and more!
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Farmers Market Pavillion 23517 NW 185th Road, High Springs, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: highsprings.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
4th Ave Food Park Autumn Kids Day
Fall is here and we are ready for a fun-filled day of family fun at the Food Park. There will ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 4th Ave Food Park 409 SW 4th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 17th Annual Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend on September 12-14, ...
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Family Fun, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Gators Volleyball vs. Baylor University
Help cheer on the Gators Volleyball team! See you, only in the O'Dome!
- 1:00 pm
- Location: Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup Bella Terra Hills
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Bella Terra Hills. We're going on a Nature walk. Lots to see! The ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 17450 CR-239, Alachua, FL 32615-4502
- Cost: Admission is $5 per child.
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
We'll sing songs about various animals and move like they do. Come learn a new song to sing with your ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
GNV Arts Dance Camp: Dances of the Balkans
Learn ethnic line dances mostly from the Balkans and the Middle East, Mondays at Rosa B. Williams Center. Intended for ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Rosa B. Williams Center 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville 32601
- Cost: Fee: $6
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Nest Learning of Gainesville Readers in the Making
Recommended for ages 3-5 - Build pre-reading and early phonic skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss Elyse, a certified ...
- 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $35 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Early Explorers - Prehistoric Life
Gear up for fun and learning with your littles! Our Prehistoric Life series shows us the fascinating animals that roamed ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library Children's Area 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A, Room B) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Alachua County Library Newberry Branch: Pokémon TCG: Learn and Play
Kids will learn how to play Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and then pair up to battle one another. Calling all ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
P.K. Yonge Tours
High School Tours Join us for a short High School Admissions Session and Tour. Register to attend a High School Admissions ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School 1080 SW 11th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: pkyonge.ufl.edu
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
O2B Kids Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter 7383 SW 17th Road, Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Included with your O2B Membership
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Nest Learning of Gainesville Math Explorers
Recommended for ages 5-7 - Take the stress out of building early math skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss ...
- 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $45 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Archer Branch: Artful Adventures and Hidden Clues
It's early release day. Are you looking for adventure? Visit the Archer Branch Library each Wednesday afterschool to search for ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Bird Ramble-Prairie Creek Preserve
Bird Ramble on Thursday, September 18th, from Prairie Creek Lodge at the Alachua Conservation Trust property. Once you turn into ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 7204 SE County Road 234, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Car Show
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Process art and Sensory stations are always set up with a ...
- 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, Special Needs
Nest Learning of Gainesville Reading Adventures
Recommended for ages 5-7 - Ideal for children who recognize letters and sounds and are reading simple cvc words (ex. cat, ...
- 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $45 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cone Park Branch 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Tri-County World's Greatest Baby Shower
Are you expecting a baby? Are you the parent of a child under the age of one? If so, and ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 311 NE 9th St, Chiefland, FL 32626-1060
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Alachua County Library Headquarters Library: Talk Like A Pirate Day
Join us for a fun story time and craft to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day. This program will include some ...
- 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Free
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 ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
The Ice Cream Vault Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and Teen Hangout
Upstairs every Friday and Saturday from 4 pm-11 pm. Dirty Dawg Pop Shop and teens. Hangout area for the TEENS ...
- 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 14841 Main Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: See menu for details!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Other, Free
Friday Street Legal Madness
Gates Open at 5pm. Track is hot from 6:30pm-11pm. For street legal portion of the night any Licensed Driver (must show ...
- 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
Hogtown 5K Beer Run
Registration is now open for the 12th Annual Hogtown 5K Beer Run benefiting Climb for Cancer at beautiful Haile Plantation! ...
- 7:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Hampstead Park In Haile, 9538 SW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: 1/2 Pint Root Beer Run (Kids up to age 10) - $10
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
UF Run 4 Recovery
This event is free, but we ask that you please consider making a donation along with your RSVP to help ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: ufhealth.org
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Kids4Kids Triathlon
Come join us on September 20, 2025 for the 15th Kids4KidsTriathlon at Albert "Ray" Massey Park (currently Westside Park) to ...
- 8:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Albert Ray Massey (Westside) Park, 1001 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Triathlon- $50 a child / $45 additional child, After 9/5/25- All entries $60
- Website: www.kids4kidstri.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Crafty Gemini Rising Stars Classic
Join us this Saturday, September 20th at Legacy Park in Alachua for our 1st Annual JV Girls Volleyball Tournament! Come watch ...
- 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: $7 students, $10 for adults
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Sporting Events
Southeastern Wood Producers Association Logging Expo
The Southeastern Wood Producers Association event showcases equipment, simulators, technology, competitions, touch-a-truck, live music, food, and more.
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Putnam County Fairgrounds, Palatka, FL
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Trails
Park at the museum at 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611 where you will meet trip leaders Christine Zamora and ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational, Free
Ocala Comic Con
Ocala Florida's LARGEST convention returns on September 20th-21st, 2025 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL! Kids 10 and ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: World Equestrian Expo 1 Building 1284 NW 87th Ct RD Ocala, FL 34482
- Cost: $56.13 weekend pass, $45.31 Saturday only, $39.90 Sunday only, Children 10 & under are free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Studio Ghibli Fest presents Howl’s Moving Castle
As war brews between two kingdoms, the fate of the world may rest on Sophie, a quiet girl working in ...
- 1:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Climate Reality Project: Sing for the Sun
This concert will be held by Climate Reality Gainesville, partnering with CLEO Institute to participate in Third Act's nationwide SUN ...
- 1:30 pm
- Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 826 NW 23rd Avenue, Gainesville, Florida
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
UF Carillon Studio Concert Series
The UF Carillon Studio Concert Series offers a chance to hear the UF Carillon during a forty-five minute recital. Listeners ...
- 1:55 pm
- Location: Century Tower Carillon, 375 Newell Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: free
- Website: arts.ufl.edu
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week
Get your milk ready… because BOGO Cookie Week is BACK! Enjoy sweet cookie deals all over town, exclusively for GCM members! Here ...
- 6:00 am - 11:45 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: BOGO Cookie
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
We'll sing songs about various animals and move like they do. Come learn a new song to sing with your ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup High Springs Fire Station
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at High Springs Fire Station. Free bicycle helmets, free car seat checks, and of ...
- 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL 32643-0043
- Cost: Free playgroup, but space is limited. Let us know if you plan to join us!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Studio Ghibli Fest presents Howl’s Moving Castle
As war brews between two kingdoms, the fate of the world may rest on Sophie, a quiet girl working in ...
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week
Get your milk ready… because BOGO Cookie Week is BACK! Enjoy sweet cookie deals all over town, exclusively for GCM members! Here ...
- 6:00 am - 11:45 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: BOGO Cookie
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Safe Kids North Central Florida: Baby Gator Car Seat Check
Car seat checkup appointments are designated for families who are already have a car seat. Car seats will not be ...
- 7:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 793 Corry Circle, Gainesville, FL 32603
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Other, Free
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Nest Learning of Gainesville Readers in the Making
Recommended for ages 3-5 - Build pre-reading and early phonic skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss Elyse, a certified ...
- 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $35 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Early Explorers - Prehistoric Life
Gear up for fun and learning with your littles! Our Prehistoric Life series shows us the fascinating animals that roamed ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library Children's Area 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Library Programs, Free
Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week
Get your milk ready… because BOGO Cookie Week is BACK! Enjoy sweet cookie deals all over town, exclusively for GCM members! Here ...
- 6:00 am - 11:45 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: BOGO Cookie
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Safe Kids North Central Florida: Children's Trust Hosted Car Seat Safety Check Up Event
Car seat checkup appointments are designated for families who are already have a car seat. Car seats will not be ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 4010 Northwest 25th Place, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Other, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...
- 8:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park), no additional fee for tour
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Home School Junior Naturalist: All about Butterflies
September 24:Powerful Pollinators Flutter by the vibrant world of pollinators at our homeschool workshop! Students will explore the crucial roles of ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: $4 resident/ $5 non resident
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Veterans Memorial Park
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Veterans Memorial Park. Come meet other homeschool families with Carolina ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free playgroup. Let us know if you plan to join us!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week
Get your milk ready… because BOGO Cookie Week is BACK! Enjoy sweet cookie deals all over town, exclusively for GCM members! Here ...
- 6:00 am - 11:45 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: BOGO Cookie
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz
Come join us for the Parks for Pollinators 2025 BioBlitz in the City of Gainesville! Bring your family, friends, or ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Depot Park Pavilions 874 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: FREE & open to all!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Nest Learning of Gainesville Reading Adventures
Recommended for ages 5-7 - Ideal for children who recognize letters and sounds and are reading simple cvc words (ex. cat, ...
- 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $45 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cone Park Branch 2801 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week
Get your milk ready… because BOGO Cookie Week is BACK! Enjoy sweet cookie deals all over town, exclusively for GCM members! Here ...
- 6:00 am - 11:45 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: BOGO Cookie
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Alachua County Library: Baby Signs at Alachua Branch
Bring your young one and learn some simple signs to make communication easier. Join Ms. Ann for a lesson in ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Library Programs, Special Needs, Free
Roscoe’s Gold Star Rockers: Gold Star Family Festival
Join us as we host our biggest event yet! Celebrate and honor some of our Gold Star Families of Florida ...
- 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: The Santa Fe Festival Field 26900 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: See website for details, open to the public!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Studio TM Spooky Afternoons: Pumpkins
We know you love carving pumpkins, and wish you could keep them all year-round, so this is just the thing ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Studio TM Ceramics 1854 NE 2nd Street , Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $60 per adult, $20 for the first child, $30 for each additional child via add-on
- Website: www.studiotmceramics.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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 ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Newberry Branch 110 South Seaboard Drive Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
Education Equalizer Foundation: FAMU Fall Preview Day
The FAMU Fall Preview Day includes transportation to America’s #1 public HBCU. Confirmed students will enjoy a tour, learn about ...
- 5:45 am
- Location: 9200 NW 36th Ave Ste 130-3213, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $85 per person
- Website: educationequalizers.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week
Get your milk ready… because BOGO Cookie Week is BACK! Enjoy sweet cookie deals all over town, exclusively for GCM members! Here ...
- 6:00 am - 11:45 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: BOGO Cookie
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
Florida Museum of Natural History: Early Bird Gets the Band with the UF Bird Observatory
Join us and the UF Bird Observatory at Prairie Creek Conservation Cemetery to learn about all the fascinating work that ...
- 7:30 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Prairie Creek Conservation Cemetery 7204 SE County Road 234, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: Tickets are $5
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational
Florida Gators Softball Elite Prospect Camp
September 27, 2025 & September 28, 2025 (each day is a separate session) Girls entering 8th grade through 12th grade Gators Softball ...
- 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $275 each day
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Sporting Events
Alachua County Heart Walk
Here’s the deal. It only takes a few steps to save lives. How incredible is that? Join us for the Alachua ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Celebration Pointe, 4249 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Gift Certificates and More BOGO Cookie Week
Get your milk ready… because BOGO Cookie Week is BACK! Enjoy sweet cookie deals all over town, exclusively for GCM members! Here ...
- 6:00 am - 11:45 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: BOGO Cookie
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other
HPW 5K Color Fun Run - Run For Your Life 5K
Bring your family and friends (including the furry ones) to a fun run/walk for a cause at our 7th Annual ...
- 8:00 am - 10:25 pm
- Location: Depot Park 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free for kids 5 and under, Children (6-10) $18, Youth (11-17) $28, Students $35, Adults $40
- Website: raceroster.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Florida Gators Softball Elite Prospect Camp
September 27, 2025 & September 28, 2025 (each day is a separate session) Girls entering 8th grade through 12th grade Gators Softball ...
- 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $275 each day
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Sporting Events
Boomies 3v3 Street Ball Tournament
Today Is Boomie Wilson 3vs3 Street Ball 4 Different Age Groups. $45 a Team To Get Registered Win $300! Y’all ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 14705 NE Waldo Rd, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: $45 per team
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Alachua Conservation Trust: Morning Bug Walk at Tuscawilla Preserve
Join Dr. Jiri Hulcr and Dr. Andrea Lucky for this family-friendly bug ID event at Tuscawilla Preserve! Dr. Hulcr is the ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Micanopy Native American Heritage Preserve 406 SE Tuscawilla Road, Micanopy, FL, 32667
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Gym Schedule - Week of 9/29-10/5 Monday-Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm, Sunday 3 pm-8 pm
- 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Smart Start at Zion Fall Sessions
We'll sing songs about various animals and move like they do. Come learn a new song to sing with your ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Zion Lutheran Church (front lawn), 1700 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: No registration is required. Donation based classes. See description for details.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
Swamp Axe League Open House
Curious about axe or knife throwing leagues? Want to try something new in a fun, welcoming environment? Come join us ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Swamp Axe 213 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Alachua County Sports and Events Center Open Gym Calendar
Fall is the air and so are our September Open Gym sessions at Alachua County Sports & Events Center! We ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Sports and Events Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: $10 per athlete
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Sporting Events
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Open Gym
Legacy Park Multipurpose Center Gym Schedule - Week of 9/29-10/5 Monday-Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm, Sunday 3 pm-8 pm
- 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
Nest Learning of Gainesville Readers in the Making
Recommended for ages 3-5 - Build pre-reading and early phonic skills - 5 or fewer students - Learn with Miss Elyse, a certified ...
- 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Gainesville, FL
- Cost: $35 per class
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Florida Museum of Natural History Early Explorers - Prehistoric Life
Gear up for fun and learning with your littles! Our Prehistoric Life series shows us the fascinating animals that roamed ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch Library Children's Area 3145 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Library Programs, Free
Buy A Pumpkin Feed A Child Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy FREE activities while shopping for a pumpkin! Bounce Houses ~ Corn Hole & Football Toss ~ Safe Family Environment ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: Gainesville Church of God - 7003 NW 39th Ave Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Entrance is FREE | Pumpkins and other items are for sale
- Website: www.buyapumpkinfeedachild.com
- Category: Family Fun
Clarence R. Kelly Center After-School Program Open House
Join us for a meet and greet at your local city center and find out more about the After-School Program. ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Clarence R. Kelly Center 1701 NE 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
