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.
Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.
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: Tours/Informational
Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County: Alachua Information Session
Reminder for Families & Community Members! ELC Alachua will be hosting an Info & Resource Session in person. Join us ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: One Community Resource Center 1725 SE 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: Maternity Unit Tour
Welcome to the HCA Florida North Florida Hospital family! Join us on a tour of our Labor and Delivery and ...
- 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.hcafloridahealthcare.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
P.K. Yonge All About High School Night
Join us for an evening to learn more about the P.K. Yonge High School programs and about the admissions process. ...
- 5:30 pm
- Location: P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School 1080 SW 11th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: pkyonge.ufl.edu
- Category: Tours/Informational
The Frazer School K-5 Open House
The Frazer School Elementary (grades K-5) will hold an Open House this Tuesday, January 13th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. The event ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 4700 NW 89th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: frazerschool.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Tram Tours (Accessible)
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Visitors with mobility challenges and their companions can join ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Tours/Informational
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: Tours/Informational
The Rock School Vision Visits
Choosing a school is a big decision, and we believe it starts with understanding the heart behind it. Join us for ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 9818 SW 24th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
The Frazer School Middle and High School Open Hpuse
The Frazer School Middle/High Open House will be hosted on Wednesday, January 14th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. The event will be ...
- 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: 4700 NW 89th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free
- Website: frazerschool.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars
Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Online Zoom
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaschools.net
- Category: Tours/Informational
Raid of Otter Springs
On January 16th, 2026, we will have an educational day for school children. On January 17th and 18th, 2026 the ...
- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Otter Springs Park and Campground: 6470 SW 80th Ave, Trenton, FL 32693
- Cost: $5 per person, Children 7 and younger FREE, Veterans with ID FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Friday, January 9, 2026 Serenola Preserve Friday, January 16, 2026 Santa Fe River Preserve ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Florida Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
Free native trees of all shapes and sizes, as well as fruit trees will be given out while supplies last!
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: TB McPherson Recreation Complex 1717 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Raid of Otter Springs
On January 16th, 2026, we will have an educational day for school children. On January 17th and 18th, 2026 the ...
- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Otter Springs Park and Campground: 6470 SW 80th Ave, Trenton, FL 32693
- Cost: $5 per person, Children 7 and younger FREE, Veterans with ID FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours
Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $55 | Kids (2-11): $20 | Under 2 Years: Free
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour
Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Raid of Otter Springs
On January 16th, 2026, we will have an educational day for school children. On January 17th and 18th, 2026 the ...
- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Otter Springs Park and Campground: 6470 SW 80th Ave, Trenton, FL 32693
- Cost: $5 per person, Children 7 and younger FREE, Veterans with ID FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
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: Tours/Informational
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: Maternity Unit Tour
Welcome to the HCA Florida North Florida Hospital family! Join us on a tour of our Labor and Delivery and ...
- 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.hcafloridahealthcare.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
FrogWatch USA Training Workshop
Join FrogWatch USA and Make a Difference in Your Community! Do you love frogs? Are you curious about the wetlands in ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.showpass.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Guided Walking Tours
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Join experienced rangers on a guided nighttime hike, to learn ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Tours/Informational
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: Tours/Informational
Children's Chorus at Zion Trial
Did you know that last semester we formed our first children's chorus? This group was made up of all children ...
- 5:15 pm
- Location: 1700 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL, 32605
- Cost: Free Trial! $120 for the semester, need based scholarships available. Zion members: Free!
- Website: docs.google.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Night Hikes at Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Join us on a night tour of the park! Join a ranger on a night adventure at Sweetwater Wetlands Park! Participants ...
- 6:10 pm
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5/person to be paid by credit card when you arrive at the event. You must still register!
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Storytime and Hike with a Ranger
A ranger will read tales about wildlife, mindfulness and environmental stewardship then take everyone on a short walk on our ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: Program is free with $6/vehicle park admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
St. Patrick Catholic School Open House
Discover all that St. Patrick Catholic School has to offer at our open house on Thursday, January 22. Tour our ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: St. Patrick Catholic School 550 NE 16th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars
Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Online Zoom
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaschools.net
- Category: Tours/Informational
Sunshine State Book Festival
Come and enjoy a day of book browsing. Meet 100 local and regional authors at the Seventh Annual Sunshine State ...
- 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.sunshinestatebookfestival.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Friday, January 9, 2026 Serenola Preserve Friday, January 16, 2026 Santa Fe River Preserve ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Pancakes with a Ranger
Join us for a cozy morning at Ichetucknee Springs State Park with free pancakes, fresh coffee, and orange juice—all lovingly ...
- 9:00 am - 10:15 am
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park Visitor Center 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: Event is free with $2/person park admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Persimmon Elementary Open House
Open enrollment for 2026-27 school year begins soon. Come see what we are all about at the open house for ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 2211 NW 40th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
High Springs Parks & REC: Arbor Day Tree Planting and Giveaway
Join us on January 24th, 2026 from 10 am-12 pm at the High Springs Civic Center for our Arbor Day ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: High Springs Civic Center 19107 NW 240th St, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours
Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $55 | Kids (2-11): $20 | Under 2 Years: Free
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour
Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
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: Tours/Informational
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: Maternity Unit Tour
Welcome to the HCA Florida North Florida Hospital family! Join us on a tour of our Labor and Delivery and ...
- 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.hcafloridahealthcare.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Night Tram Tours (Accessible)
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park at night. Visitors with mobility challenges and their companions can join ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Tours/Informational
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: 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
Children's Chorus at Zion Trial
Did you know that last semester we formed our first children's chorus? This group was made up of all children ...
- 5:15 pm
- Location: 1700 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL, 32605
- Cost: Free Trial! $120 for the semester, need based scholarships available. Zion members: Free!
- Website: docs.google.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
FrogWatch USA Training Workshop
Join FrogWatch USA and Make a Difference in Your Community! Do you love frogs? Are you curious about the wetlands in ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.showpass.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars
Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Online Zoom
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaschools.net
- Category: Tours/Informational
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Friday, January 9, 2026 Serenola Preserve Friday, January 16, 2026 Santa Fe River Preserve ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Walking Tours
Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Join experienced rangers on a guided hike to learn about the park’s ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 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: Tours/Informational
Historic Haile Homestead Tour
Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 8500 Archer Road, Gainesville, Fl 32608
- Cost: $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.
- Website: www.hailehomestead.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Highland Farm Tours at Mayhem Ranch
This is a group tour. Limited tickets are available for each time slot. You must purchase your tickets in advance. ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Mayhem Ranch 17830 SE 40th Street, Morriston, FL 32668
- Cost: $45 for Adults (13 & up) | $35 Kids (3-12)
- Website: mayhemranch.ticketspice.com
- Category: Tours/Informational
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour
Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours
Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road, 225. Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $55 | Kids (2-11): $20 | Under 2 Years: Free
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
