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Gainesville Family Events Calendar

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

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.


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Harn Museum Tot Time

Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...

Alachua County Library Homeschool Creators - High Springs Branch

Art and science explorations will be offered for homeschool children and teens on the first Friday of the month. These activities ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Dave's New York Deli Chess Club

Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros

Children's Day/Book Day is a celebration of children, families, and reading that culminates every year on April 30th. The idea ...

  • 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

West End Community parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

Interlachen Heritage Festival

Music, art, food, homemade goodies, reenactors, UF Native American curator display and identification booth, local history and more!

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 170 County Road 315, Interlachen, FL 32148
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

Gainesville Cars & Coffee at Tioga

Join us the first Saturday of every month from 9-11 am for Gainesville Cars & Coffee! This family-friendly car meet ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: 150 SW 129th Ter, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Santa Fe College CIED: May 4th Social

Two days. Two vibes. One epic weekend! Saturday, May 2 — Hype Day Lineup 10 am – Doors Open 10 am – 12 ...

  • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Blount Hall, Santa Fe College (Downtown) 530 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Hand-Built Pottery Workshop at The Repurpose Project

We’ll be hosting a collaborative hand-built pottery workshop alongside Living Display! RSVP using our sign-up link and come get creative ...

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: The Repurpose Project 1920 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show

This will be the first event at our new location! Saturday & Sunday | May 2 & 3, 2026 Buy • Sell ...

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ontreasure.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Chess Club - Millhopper Branch

Join us for the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play, practice or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

  • 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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 - 7:00 pm
  • Location: First Magnitude Brewing Company, 1220 SE Veitch Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free event
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Girl Scout Troop Interest Meet Up

Are you interested in starting a Girl Scout troop this summer or fall? Meet me for coffee and I can ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Panera Bread 6017 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.gsgateway.org
  • Category: Free

Gainesville Thrives: Dolly Parton Imagination Library Sign Up

Gainesville Thrives is registering parents/caregivers/children for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides one free book ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Santa Fe Saints Softball vs. Eastern Florida State College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Softball team! Games 2 pm and 4 pm

  • 2:00 pm
  • Location: Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.santafesaints.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch May the 4th: Crafts Inspired by Star Wars

May the 4th Be With You! Join us for crafts inspired by Star Wars. Enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Meeting Room A) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Inter Gainesville KF Soccer Tryouts- Boys & Girls

We welcome all players who are seeking a soccer environment that challenges them to grow beyond their current level. Inter ...

  • 5:15 pm - 7:15 pm
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: no cost to register
  • Website: system.gotsport.com
  • Category: Free

Tiny Tot Bundles: Tiny Tales Story Time – Mother's Day

Join us for a magical morning at Tiny Tales Story Time inside Tiny Tot Bundles! On Tuesday, May 5th, from ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
  • Cost: Free in-store event
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch

Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

High Springs Bike Bus

Bike and Roll to School Day is on Wednesday, May 6th! This year, Safe Kids North Central Florida, along with ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - High Springs Branch

Toddlers and preschool age children will enjoy music, dance, and play while bonding with their caregivers. Music plays an essential role ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: High Springs Branch Meeting Room 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...

Healthy Start Program! Grow & Groove

Bring your yoga mat and a little one under 2 years old for a parent-and-me music and development class.

  • 10:30 am
  • Location: 4881 Northwest 8th Avenue, Unit 4, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

SWAG Family Resource Center Mother's Day Celebration

Join us at the SWAG Family Resource Center for a Mother's Day Celebration! Gift bags will also be provided to ...

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: SWAG Resource Center 807 SW 64th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Dave's New York Deli Chess Club

Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

West End Community parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

UF IFAS Family Fishing Days - Mother’s Day

FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 7922 NW 71st Street, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Mother’s Day Market at The Alachua County Farmers Market

PSA: Make this Mother’s Day the best yet at The Alachua County Farmers Market. Join us for The Mother’s Day ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 13900 Tech City Circle, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

Greater Gainesville Pickleball Open: Mother’s Day Lounge

Because moms deserve to be celebrated—even on game day. Join us for a FREE special Mother’s Day experience created just ...

  • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Legacy Park Recreation Complex 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
  • Cost: FREE for all moms — compliments of Pepine Gives
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Gainesville Cars and Coffee

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

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Location: Whole Foods Market Parking Lot 3490 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Meet the Purple Martins of Orange Lake Overlook

Alachua Audubon has been responsible for adding housing for Purple Martins at multiple locations and all have been wildly successful. ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook, 19865 US-441, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
  • Category: Free

GGIC International Market

Come support our local international and refugee neighbors while sampling food, crafts and games from around the world! All proceeds ...

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Category: Free

Artisans' Guild Gallery: Mother's Day Muffins and Mimosas Art Market

Join us for a very special Mother's Day Event! Muffins and Mimosas! Puzzling on our front porch too. Guest artist ...

  • 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Artisans' Guild Gallery 224 NW 2 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Gainesville Thrives: Dolly Parton Imagination Library Sign Up

Gainesville Thrives is registering parents/caregivers/children for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides one free book ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Inter Gainesville KF Soccer Tryouts- Boys & Girls

We welcome all players who are seeking a soccer environment that challenges them to grow beyond their current level. Inter ...

  • 5:15 pm - 7:15 pm
  • Location: Veterans Memorial Park: 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Cost: no cost to register
  • Website: system.gotsport.com
  • Category: Free

Partnership for Strong Families, Inc. Foster Care & Adoption Info Sessions

There is a huge need in our communities for more foster and adoptive parents/families. Join us at one of the ...

NAMI Family Support Group

Meets Second and Fourth Monday of each month. NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with ...

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts

Leg-A-Z soccer tryouts will be held May 12-14, 2026, at Forest Park in Gainesville.

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Forest Park 4501 SW 20th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Hawthorne Branch

Story Time for babies is designed to engage very young children with language-building play, music, and stories. Pre-literacy activities are ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Hawthorne Branch 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts

Leg-A-Z soccer tryouts will be held May 12-14, 2026, at Forest Park in Gainesville.

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Forest Park 4501 SW 20th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

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

Car seat checkup appointments are designated for families who are already have a car seat. Car seats will not be ...

  • 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 18586 Northwest 238th Street High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts

Leg-A-Z soccer tryouts will be held May 12-14, 2026, at Forest Park in Gainesville.

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Forest Park 4501 SW 20th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Kids Corner with a Purpose

2nd & 4th Thursdays from 10 am to 11:30 am. Starting Thursday, March 26th! A welcoming space where young children learn ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: 19975 NW 244th Street Unit 30, High Springs, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Baby Time - High Springs Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Homeschool MakerSpace

Join us for a fun morning of making and meet other homeschoolers!

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Room A) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Dave's New York Deli Chess Club

Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Kids Can Sew

Kids can sew, too! We’ll be walking through the basics of various techniques in machine and hand sewing with fun, ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Limitless Legends FC Friday Night Soccer

Get ready for a great time Friday, May 15th at 6 pm! Limitless Legends FC is the first all-inclusive Adaptive soccer ...

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

West End Community parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

Newberry Watermelon Festival

The 81st Annual Newberry Watermelon Festival will be held at the Countryway Town Center. With lots of vendors, there will ...

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Countryway Town Square, 1739 SW 248th Dr. Suite 20, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

Haile Equestrian Home Show

Join us for our Haile Equestrian Home Show on Sunday, May 17th! This is the perfect opportunity to ride, learn, and ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: Haile Equestrian Center: 7680 SW 46th Blvd · Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free to Spectators
  • Website: www.haileequestrian.com
  • Category: Free

Kids' Day at 4th Ave Food Park

This month’s Kids’ Day has a special treat for the grown-ups! Along with face painting, balloon animals, and live music, ...

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

Alachua Raiders Youth Football & Cheer Alachua Raiders Registration Day

Join the Alachua Raiders at the Good Life Festival! We will be offering: • In-person football registration • In-person cheerleading registration • Answers to ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Main Street in Alachua, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua Growing the Good Life Festival

Get ready for a day of fun, creativity, education and growing the good life community as we line Main Street ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Main Street, Alachua, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Gainesville Thrives: Dolly Parton Imagination Library Sign Up

Gainesville Thrives is registering parents/caregivers/children for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides one free book ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Fun Day with the Kids

We will have: food, games, basketball, water balloon fights and more! Building trust and understanding between young people and police officers ...

  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: High Springs Civic Center 19107 NW 240th St, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Tower Road Branch

Please join us for Music and Movement where you can jam out and dance to some fun songs with your ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Fingerpaint Fun

Joyful experiments and play with fingerpaint for babies, toddlers, and caretakers. Fingerpaint Fun helps babies, toddlers and caretakers to interact ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Hawthorne Branch MakerSpace 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary FREE Day

Bring the kids and enjoy a FREE farm visit on May 20th from 10 AM – 12 NN at Rooterville ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 1208 N County Road 315C, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Journey to Juneteenth: Flag Raising and City of Gainesville Kickoff

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

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: City Hall Plaza, 200 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Story Time at Depot Park

Join us for story time in the park - we'll see you on the main stage inside the playground! Weather ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Depot Park, 874 SE 4th Street, Gainesville FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Professional Academies Magnet at Loften High School Art Exhibition

The Fandom that Raised Me, IGAD's 22nd Annual Art Exhibition on Friday, May 22nd, from 9 am to 6 pm. This ...

  • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 3000 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...

Playgroup and Parent Connections hosted by UF North Central Early Steps & Healthy Families

We invite you and your little one(s) for a fun-filled time of connection, learning, and play. Connect with other parents ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Tower Road Branch (Children's Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

High Springs Community Drum Circle and Music Jam

Calling all drummers, musicians, singers, dancers, and music lovers! Whether you’re experienced, brand new to drumming, or just curious and ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 23535 NW 182 Rd, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free

Dave's New York Deli Chess Club

Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

West End Community parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

Journey to Juneteenth: Florida Emancipation Celebration

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

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center, 837 SE 7th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

D1 Training Gainesville Murph Challenge

Join us on Saturday, May 23 for a fun, high-energy community workout as we take on the Murph Challenge together! Traditional ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 426 SW 140th Ter, Suite 1, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

High Springs Community Drum Circle and Music Jam

Calling all drummers, musicians, singers, dancers, and music lovers! Whether you’re experienced, brand new to drumming, or just curious and ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 23535 NW 182 Rd, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free

Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show

This will be the first event at our new location! Saturday & Sunday | May 23 & 24, 2026 Buy • Sell ...

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ontreasure.com
  • Category: Free

Palatka Blue Crab Festival

This year’s festival marks a fresh start for a hometown classic — revived by local volunteers, for the local and ...

  • 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Downtown Palatka, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Sensory Story Time

Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of ...

  • 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room, Meeting Room B) 401 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Chess Club - Millhopper Branch

Join us for the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play, practice or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

  • 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

High Springs Community Drum Circle and Music Jam

Calling all drummers, musicians, singers, dancers, and music lovers! Whether you’re experienced, brand new to drumming, or just curious and ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 23535 NW 182 Rd, High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Category: Free

Memorial Day Tribute Bluegrass Porch Pickin

3rd annual Bluegrass Porch Pickin’. We are on this year's Bluegrass Memorial Day Tribute! More information to come as I receive ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Lochloosa Harbor Fish Camp 15008 US-301, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

NAMI Family Support Group

Meets Second and Fourth Monday of each month. NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with ...

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Library Partnership Branch

Come jam out and dance with your little one! Music and Movement is great for children. It enables children to learn ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Library Partnership Branch 912 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Hawthorne Branch

Story Time for babies is designed to engage very young children with language-building play, music, and stories. Pre-literacy activities are ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Hawthorne Branch 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: High Springs Branch 23779 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area: 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Homeschool Makerspace

Please join us for makerspace programs designed to support homeschool families, though they are open to everyone. On the second ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: Headquarters Library (HQ Makerspace Room) 401 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Deeper Purpose Family Resource Center- TRC Grand Re-Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Join us for our Grand Re-Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at our Family Resource Center - TRC. Now proudly funded ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: 19975 NW 244th Street Unit 30, High Springs, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Kids Corner with a Purpose

2nd & 4th Thursdays from 10 am to 11:30 am. Starting Thursday, March 26th! A welcoming space where young children learn ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: 19975 NW 244th Street Unit 30, High Springs, FL
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Headquarters Library Youth Services Area 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Tower Road Branch 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch Story Time

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story times led by library staff in the Alachua Branch Library. ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Alachua Branch (Meeting Room) 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (South Entrance) Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Blues Creek Ravine ...

Healthy Start Program! Nursing & Nurture Support

A welcoming space for moms to connect, share, and receive gentle, peer-driven support and education. You don’t have to do ...

  • 10:30 am
  • Location: 4881 Northwest 8th Avenue, Unit 4, Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Dave's New York Deli Chess Club

Did you know?? Dave's New York Deli has started a Chess Club, each and every Friday, from 3:00-5:00 pm! Please ...

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 12921 SW 1st Rd Suite 105 Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Healthy Start Program! Free Class: Infant CPR & Choking Prevention

Join us for a hands-on, in-person session where you'll learn essential skills to keep infants safe! This free class covers ...

  • 4:00 pm
  • Location: 4010 Northwest 25th Place Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Elite Baseball 8u-14u Tryouts

The Spring season has flown by! We're gearing up for the Summer season and planning for the Fall. Register for ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: Depot Park, 200 SE Depot Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

West End Community parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
  • Location: 12830 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.parkrun.us
  • Category: Free

Soccer Shots North Central Florida Free Fun Day

Free Fun Day for children ages 2-8 to try out our program for the upcoming summer season! Mini (children ages 2-3) ...

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

Momentum Team Cheer Auditions

Have you been thinking about joining a competitive cheer team but don't want the overwhelming commitment? Momentum Team Cheer is ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: 13100 Tech City Circle, Suite 400, Building C Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

GFAA Artist Studio Tour

The Gainesville Fine Arts Association presents its annual GFAA Artist Studio Tour during the weekend of May 30th and 31st, ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: GFAA Main Gallery, 1314 S Main St., Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.gfaastudiotour.org
  • Category: Free

Poke’Ville Pokémon Card Show

This will be the first event at our new location! Saturday & Sunday | May 30 & 31, 2026 Buy • Sell ...

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 215 NW 10th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ontreasure.com
  • Category: Free

Alachua County Library Chess Club - Millhopper Branch

Join us for the Millhopper Chess Club. Learn to play, practice or improve your skills. All ages welcome.

  • 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Location: Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Free

World Fusion Classroom: Community Drum and Dance Circle

Grab your drum and join us for a full blue moon community drum & dance circle!

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 5402 SW 105th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free