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
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under) - Millhopper Location
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4010 N.W. 27th Lane Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Sprouts at Zion
Sprouts is a parent-and-child enrichment program designed for children ages 0–5 and the adults who love them. Each session features ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL, 32605
- Cost: $5 registration fee per class per family
- Website: ziongainesville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetup Mayhem Ranch
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for a Homeschool Meetup at Mayhem Ranch! Activities Included: U-Pick Pumpkin Patch, Crop Maze, Corn ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Mayhem Ranch 17830 SE 40th Street, Morriston, FL 32668
- Cost: $15 for ages 3 years & Older; 2 and under free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Wilmot Botanical Gardens Fall Plant Sale
Please join us for family fun at the Fall Plant Sale at Wilmot Botanical Gardens. We will have a variety ...
- 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Wilmot Botanical Gardens 2023 Mowry Road Gainesville, FL 32610
- Cost: FREE!
- Website: wilmotgardens.med.ufl.edu
- Category: Sales Events
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Exploring Aviation Young Eagles Rally
EAA Chapter 797 is having another Young Eagles Rally! We will have the rockets and simulator on site to make ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 13302 80th Terr, Live Oak, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: eaachapters.org
- Category: Other, Free
Alachua County Heart Walk
Please join us on Saturday, October 3, for the 2026 Alachua County Heart Walk, chaired by Steve Datkuliak, City President ...
- 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
American Legion Auxiliary Newberry Unit #149 Fall Craft Fair
We are a nonprofit organization that works with veterans and the community. We would love to do this event for ...
- 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 26821 West Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Florida Gators Softball Elite Prospect Camp
The Florida Gators Softball Program is pleased to offer the following Fall and Winter Camps for 2026 at the home ...
- 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: REGISTRATION COMING SOON!
- Website: floridagators.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Sporting Events
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Thornebrook Fall Arts Festival
Experience the Magic of Art in the Heart of Gainesville! Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Thornebrook Village, 2441 NW 43rd Street in Gainesville FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary: Highland Cow Bath & Fluff Day
Looking for a new way to connect with the animals you love? Our Highland Cow Bath & Fluff Day is ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315C, Melrose, FL 32666
- Cost: $25 per guest
- Website: shop.beyonk.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free- range Process art and Sensory rooms are always set up ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $15, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Haven Homeschoolers: The Lost Boys of Sudan-A Story of Hope
Join us as Dr. Jacob Atem, one of the original Lost Boys of Sudan, shares his powerful story of overcoming ...
- 10:45 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: CLF Church 154 NW 257th St, Newberry, FL 32669-4183
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts, Free
Youth Arts & Well-being for Safer Communities, ONOP GNV Final Symposium
We're excited to invite you to attend There's No Place Like Home: Youth Arts & Well-being for Safer Communities, ONOP ...
- 11:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Location: Hilton University of Florida Conference Center 1714 SW 34th St. Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Other, Free
ONOP GNV Final Symposium
We're excited to invite you to attend There's No Place Like Home: Youth Arts & Well-being for Safer Communities, ONOP ...
- 11:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Location: Hilton University of Florida Conference Center 1714 SW 34th St. Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: Please note, this event is free and open to the public; however, seats are limited and pre-registration online is required.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Tours/Informational, Other, Free
O2B Kids Morning Magic presents Little Explorers
O2B Kids is excited to welcome your family every Tuesday from 9:15–11:30 AM for a fun-filled morning of learning, playing, ...
- 9:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter, 7383 SW 17th Road Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20/child per visit
- Website: o2bkids.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Firefighter Story Time
In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week, join the Alachua County Fire Rescue for Story Time and Fire Truck Tour. Experience ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Waldo Branch 15150 NE US Highway 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Toddler Time
Join us as we learn through play! Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates babies' ...
- 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 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.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Sprouts at Zion
Sprouts is a parent-and-child enrichment program designed for children ages 0–5 and the adults who love them. Each session features ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL, 32605
- Cost: $5 registration fee per class per family
- Website: ziongainesville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under) - Millhopper Location
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4010 N.W. 27th Lane Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
UF Homecoming Festival
The Homecoming Festival is a campus tradition that brings together the Gainesville community and UF students to celebrate and support ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Plaza of the Americas (University of Florida) Gainesville, FL 32603
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gatorgrowl.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
UF Homecoming & Gator Growl- Gator Gallop 'Fun Run'
Gator Gallop is a 2-mile fun run through the University of Florida’s campus and along the parade route before the ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: Plaza of the Americas (University of Florida) Gainesville, FL 32603
- Cost: $18: Ages 5-15 | $27: Ages 16 100
- Website: www.gatorgrowl.org
- Category: Family Fun, Races/Walks/Runs
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Gainesville vs. Tucson Sweetwater Wetlands
Join Alachua Audubon Society for World Migratory Bird Day at Sweetwater Wetlands! We are teaming up with our friends at ...
- 7:30 am
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Pay $5/vehicle via Passport app or honor box OR annual pass
- Website: alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Newberry Lions Roaring Retro Market
Antiques, uniques, collectibles, crafts and more!
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture & Equestrian Center, 23100 W. Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL
- Cost: Free parking and admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Other, 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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
Gainesville Big Band presents Jazztober
The Gainesville Big Band kicks off their 2026-2027 concert season with Jazztober! Featuring big band standards and vocals.
- All Day Event
- Location: Meizon Church 3411 Northwest 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
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: Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Bryer Patch Pumpkin Festival
Join us for our 4th annual Pumpkin Festival will take place on Saturday, October 10th, and Sunday, October 11th, 2026, ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: Ages 13 & up: $12, Ages 3-12: $10, Ages 2 & under: Free, Military discount is available with ID
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free- range Process art and Sensory rooms are always set up ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $15, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics
Gatorball Baseball Hitting Clinics are coming this September! Designed for 9U–14U athletes looking to get extra reps, improve their approach ...
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Park: 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $40/session
- Website: gatorballtraining.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
PunkOuter Games Tabletop Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night! Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending library. For ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade
Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
O2B Kids Morning Magic presents Little Explorers
O2B Kids is excited to welcome your family every Tuesday from 9:15–11:30 AM for a fun-filled morning of learning, playing, ...
- 9:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter, 7383 SW 17th Road Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20/child per visit
- Website: o2bkids.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Toddler Time
Join us as we learn through play! Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates babies' ...
- 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 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.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Big Dreamers
Our Waldorf-inspired, nature-based days are all about creativity, connection, exploration, handwork, movement, farm life, and giving children the space to ...
- 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 17450 NW County Road 239, Alachua, FL
- Cost: $40 per child (Step Up eligible)
- Website: bellaterrahills.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival Homeschool Day
Homeschoolers, come join us on October 14th and 28th for Fall Festival fun! Our concession stand will be open. No registration ...
- 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: 3831 NW 156th Ave., Gainesville, Florida 32609
- Cost: $12 per person, 2 years old and younger free
- Website: www.crossroadsfarmandapiary.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under) - Millhopper Location
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4010 N.W. 27th Lane Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Sprouts at Zion
Sprouts is a parent-and-child enrichment program designed for children ages 0–5 and the adults who love them. Each session features ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL, 32605
- Cost: $5 registration fee per class per family
- Website: ziongainesville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days at Red House Ranch
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids at Red House Ranch on Friday, September 16th from 9:30 am-1 pm. 25 activities included ...
- 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 22480 N Hwy 441 , Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: $8 per person
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Newberry Parks & Recreation’s Fall Host Day
Our Fall Host Day is bringing a full day of sports, family, and community fun to Easton! Come cheer on ...
- 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Easton-Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16 Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Cancer Chomp
Get ready to CHOMP for a cause! Join us for the 5th Annual Cancer Chomp—a high-energy day packed with fun, ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: UF Cancer & Genetics Research Complex: 2033 Mowry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610
- Cost: Free to attend. Small fee for the 5K
- Website: neurosurgery.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
McIntosh 1890s Festival
The McIntosh 1890s Festival welcomes a wide variety of vendors to participate in one of Florida’s most established and well-attended ...
- 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 5835 Avenue G, McIntosh Florida 32664
- Cost: FREE
- Website: mcintosh1890sfestival.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Young Birders Club Walk (Alachua Audubon Society) - Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Visitor Center
The Gainesville Young Birders Club is a birdwatching club for students aged 9 to 17 seeking to explore local natural ...
- 8:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: La Chua Trail 4270 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: $6 per vehicle or free with a Florida State Parks Pass
- Website: alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Newborn Care Class
This class covers all things newborn! Including feeding, bathing, diapering, health, comforting, and safety. It provides hands on demonstration and ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: HCA Florida North Florida Hospital 6400 West Newberry Rd, Ste 107, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $20
- Website: www.hcafloridahealthcare.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cedar Key Seafood Festival
55 years. One island. The best seafood weekend in Florida is back! Since 1968, the Cedar Key Lions Club has turned ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: State Route 24 & 2nd Street, Cedar Key, FL, 32625
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Fall Dog Day at The Bryer Patch
Bring your furry four-legged friend and join us for a Dog Day at The Patch! We will have pumpkins & and ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Bryer Patch 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $10/per person. 2 & under are free. Dogs are free. Military discount available with ID.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free- range Process art and Sensory rooms are always set up ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $15, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics
Gatorball Baseball Hitting Clinics are coming this September! Designed for 9U–14U athletes looking to get extra reps, improve their approach ...
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Park: 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $40/session
- Website: gatorballtraining.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
PunkOuter Games Tabletop Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night! Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending library. For ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade
Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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
O2B Kids Morning Magic presents Little Explorers
O2B Kids is excited to welcome your family every Tuesday from 9:15–11:30 AM for a fun-filled morning of learning, playing, ...
- 9:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter, 7383 SW 17th Road Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20/child per visit
- Website: o2bkids.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Pumpkin Homeschool Day at The Bryer Patch
Calling all homeschool families! Join us for our Pumpkin Homeschool Day at The Bryer Patch! Spend the day enjoying pumpkin fun, ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5700 SW 250th Street, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $10 per person, Ages 2 and under are FREE, Military discount available with valid ID
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days at The Bryer Patch
Spend the day enjoying pumpkin fun, exploring the farm, visiting our animals, and making sweet fall memories together! Admission includes: Pumpkin ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5700 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669-5219
- Cost: $10 per person. Ages 2 and under are FREE. Military discount available with valid ID
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Toddler Time
Join us as we learn through play! Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates babies' ...
- 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 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.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Sprouts at Zion
Sprouts is a parent-and-child enrichment program designed for children ages 0–5 and the adults who love them. Each session features ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 1700 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL, 32605
- Cost: $5 registration fee per class per family
- Website: ziongainesville.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Homeschool Junior Naturalist: October Crawly Creatures
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 10 am: Crawly Creatures Homeschoolers can enjoy our Homeschool Naturalist program, a monthly educational series. Program ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 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
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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under) - Millhopper Location
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4010 N.W. 27th Lane Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Story Time
Fun with art, music, science, stories, and more. Fun interactive program with fingerplays, music, art, and puppets. This program is ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Hawthorne Branch Children's Area 6640 SE 221 Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Gainesville Volleyball hosts AVP Grass Nationals
We’re all for maximum opportunities for players but let’s not act like grass nationals is new. The 2026 AVP Grass ...
- 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Location: High Springs Sports Complex 19499 NW 238th Street, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Spectators are welcome and admission is free.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Waldo MX & Event Grounds Trunk or Treat
Tricks, treats, and tracks. Fun for the whole family! Best decorated trunk contest, costume contest, vendors, music, and free parking! FL ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 17000 N.E. U.S. Hwy 301, Waldo, FL 32694
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Sporting Events
Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
- 8:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: showfchc.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Gainesville Night of Fire at Gainesville Raceway
Light up the night sky with us at Gainesville Raceway’s third annual Night of Fire to be held on Saturday, ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $25 Spectator Admission
- Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
- Category: Sporting Events
ACYTC: Not So Scary Triathlon
Think a triathlon sounds intimidating? Think again! The Not So Scary Triathlon is the perfect introduction to the world of ...
- 8:00 am - 9:00 am
- Location: North Central Florida Community Center 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: $25
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Races/Walks/Runs
Florida Color Horse Club Spooktacular Colors Show
APHA, APHC, and All Breed Show. Barn Party, Games, Costume Contest, Random Draw Prizes and More!
- 8:00 am
- Location: Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: showfchc.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Alachua Audubon Field Trip: San Felasco Hammock-Yellow Trail
Join Maggie Paxson at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park! This 7,000-acre state park is known for sandhills, mature hardwood ...
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park, 11101 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $4 per vehicle
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Gainesville Volleyball hosts AVP Grass Nationals
We’re all for maximum opportunities for players but let’s not act like grass nationals is new. The 2026 AVP Grass ...
- 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Location: High Springs Sports Complex 19499 NW 238th Street, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Spectators are welcome and admission is free.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Pageants/Competitions, Sporting Events
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free- range Process art and Sensory rooms are always set up ...
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Dirty Bird Art Co 25355 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: $15, Must sign up on the website!
- Website: www.dirtybirdartco.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Special Needs
Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics
Gatorball Baseball Hitting Clinics are coming this September! Designed for 9U–14U athletes looking to get extra reps, improve their approach ...
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Jonesville Park: 3401 NW 143rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $40/session
- Website: gatorballtraining.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
PunkOuter Games Tabletop Game Night
Join us for our weekly tabletop game night! Please bring your favorite tabletop game or borrow one from our lending library. For ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade
Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
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
O2B Kids Morning Magic presents Little Explorers
O2B Kids is excited to welcome your family every Tuesday from 9:15–11:30 AM for a fun-filled morning of learning, playing, ...
- 9:15 am - 11:30 am
- Location: O2B Kids Supercenter, 7383 SW 17th Road Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $20/child per visit
- Website: o2bkids.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Fun 4 Gator Kids Fall Fun Days Trick or Treating at The Windsor
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids for Fall Fun Days at The Windsor of Gainesville. We are going trick-or-treating! Come in ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Windsor of Gainesville 3605 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: FREE but space is limited, make sure to sign up!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, 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 am
- Location: Millhopper Branch (Combined Meeting Room) 3145 NW 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Toddler Time
Join us as we learn through play! Each week, we will have fun and learn through play that stimulates babies' ...
- 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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society as they take guests on a walk through the park while identifying the ...
- 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.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Tours/Informational
Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Big Dreamers
Our Waldorf-inspired, nature-based days are all about creativity, connection, exploration, handwork, movement, farm life, and giving children the space to ...
- 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 17450 NW County Road 239, Alachua, FL
- Cost: $40 per child (Step Up eligible)
- Website: bellaterrahills.com
- Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Crossroads Farm & Apiary Fall Festival Homeschool Day
Homeschoolers, come join us on October 14th and 28th for Fall Festival fun! Our concession stand will be open. No registration ...
- 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: 3831 NW 156th Ave., Gainesville, Florida 32609
- Cost: $12 per person, 2 years old and younger free
- Website: www.crossroadsfarmandapiary.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Stephen Foster Rural Folklife Day
Demonstrators will be on hand showcasing Florida traditions of yesterday and today during this event. Rural Folklife Days celebrates the ...
- 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $5 per person
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under) - Millhopper Location
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 4010 N.W. 27th Lane Gainesville, Florida 32606
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
Unleash your creativity with a drop-in art experience for all ages. Throughout the day, we’ll offer a variety of pop-up ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...
- 10:15 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free with museum admission
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
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: Ongoing Programs, Library Programs, Free
Chiefland Farmers Flea Market: Free Haunted House & Treats
A walk-through Haunted House for all ages; costumes are requested but not required. Free Candy for the kiddies. Admission is ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Chiefland Farmers Flea Market 1206 N Young Blvd (US19/98), Chiefland, FL
- Cost: free
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free
Balance180 Gym Open Play
Big news, little explorers! Our brand-new Open Play program will be held every Friday from 9 am-12 pm! Little ones ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Balance 180 Gym: 6527 NW 18th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics
Sun Country Open Gym Stay & Play (Ages 5 & Under)
Enjoy a fun-filled open play session in a safe, engaging environment! *Every Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning (Millhopper Location), Friday Morning, and ...
- 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 333 SW 140th Terrace, Jonesville, FL 32669
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: suncountrysports.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks
Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks Upcoming schedule: Santa Fe River Preserve (Main Entrance) Friday, October 2, 2026 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Prairie Creek Preserve ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational, Free
The Curious Child Learning Studio: Open Studio Hours
A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 125 NW 23 Ave #6, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $12.00 per child per hour
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, 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: Ongoing Programs, Races/Walks/Runs, Free
Flatwoods 5K & Forest Critter Costume Contest at UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest
Trick or treat! Come dressed as your favorite forest critter and run, walk, or stroll with us through Austin Cary ...
- 8:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest 10625 NE Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Registration is $20. Runners 12 years and under race for free.
- Website: runsignup.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Races/Walks/Runs
The Great Pumpkin Festival at The Alachua County Farmers' Market
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween at the Farmers Market! Bring your family, your friends, and your furry companions for ...
- 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Alachua County Farmers' Market 5920 NW 13th St. Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free, Sales Events
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 ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Aikido of Gainesville, 4424 SW 35th Terrace, Gainesville FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aikidoofgainesville.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes/Workshops/Clinics, Free
