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

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


Harn Museum Tot Time - First Friday of the Month: Friday, October 2nd

Harn Museum Tot Time - First Friday of the Month: Friday, October 2nd

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

Bristol Oaks Fall on the Farm

October 10th-31st. Saturdays 10-7 | Sundays 12-6 Fall fun is back at Bristol Oaks! Bring the family and enjoy hayrides, farm animals, pumpkins, sunflowers, our maze, corn pit, duck races, games, photo spots, local vendors, food & more! NEW: Cow Snuggle Sessions! Snuggle, brush, take photos and make memories with our cows. Limited availability, so add your session when purchasing tickets! Click to learn more.
The Curious Child Open Studio | Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays | $12/Hour per child

The Curious Child Open Studio | Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays | $12/Hour per child

A time for children to play and explore in our Reggio-inspired process art and sensory learning environment. Children have free access to all art supplies, child enrichment toys, sensory tables, dramatic play areas, and much more! All ages are welcome, from 12 months to teens. Click to learn more.
Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Fun 4 Gator Kids Homeschool Meetups

Open to ALL Alachua County families with homeschooled and virtual schooled children. Join Fun 4 Gator Kids each month as we plan activities designed for kids learning at home. We will go on field trips, join homeschool programs around town, and plan special workshops and presentations just for our group. MUST RSVP for each program as spaces are limited. Click to learn more.
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10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
9:00 am Balance180 Gym Open Play
8:00 am Florida Gators Softball Elite Prospect Camp
 
 
 
 
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
9:00 am The Home Depot Kids Workshops - Witch Candy Box
 
 
 
 
10:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
 
 
 
 
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class
3:00 pm Dave's New York Deli Chess Club
10:00 am Studio TM Mommy + Me: Spooky Season Pumpkins
 
 
 
 
2:00 pm UF Health Lactation Drop-in Clinic
 
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8:00 am Florida Gators Softball Elite Prospect Camp
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Tinker Tuesdays
11:00 am The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
9:00 am Balance180 Gym Open Play
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
4:30 pm Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club
3:30 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Afternoon Art Club
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
10:00 am Michaels Lil’ Witching Hours: Yarn Wrapped Frame
12:30 pm Corks and Colors: All Ages Sea Turtles
5:00 pm Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics
5:30 pm Education Equalizer Foundation: ACT/SAT Virtual Cram Session
3:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays
10:00 am FREE Space Odyssey: An Inventivity Pop-Up Workshop with Cade Museum
1:00 pm Michaels Witching Hours: Pumpkin Fest
 
6:30 pm Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs
4:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Painting Class
1:00 pm Cade Museum SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures
3:00 pm Dave's New York Deli Chess Club
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays
1:30 pm University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students
 
 
5:00 pm Gatorball Academy Catching & Pitching Clinics
4:00 pm Ripple Theatricals Dance Classes
 
11:00 am Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy
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10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Tinker Tuesdays
9:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Big Dreamers
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
9:00 am Balance180 Gym Open Play
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
1:00 pm Painting with a Twist: Wings of Prophecy
5:00 pm Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club
11:00 am The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
10:00 am Studio TM Mommy + Me: Spooky Season Pumpkins
1:00 pm Michaels Witching Hours: Ghost in a Jar
 
6:30 pm Genesis Family Nurture Groups and Parenting
3:30 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Afternoon Art Club
10:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays
10:00 am Michaels Lil’ Witching Hours: Halloween Fest
6:00 pm Chomp in the Swamp: The Dazzlers Fall Series
 
6:30 pm Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs
3:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class
3:00 pm Dave's New York Deli Chess Club
10:00 am Lowe's Kids Workshops
 
 
 
4:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Painting Class
4:00 pm Ripple Theatricals Dance Classes
3:00 pm Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Kids Can Sew
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10:00 am HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Newborn Care Class
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Tinker Tuesdays
10:00 am Homeschool Junior Naturalist: October Crawly Creatures
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
3:00 am The Curious Child Learning Studio: Meet an Expert
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks - Sundays
5:00 pm Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club
11:00 am The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
9:00 am Balance180 Gym Open Play
10:00 am Studio TM Mommy + Me: Spooky Season Pumpkins
12:30 pm Corks and Colors: All Ages Ghost
 
6:30 pm Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs
3:30 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Afternoon Art Club
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
10:00 am Pinspiration Gainesville: Kids and Teens Pumpkin Acrylic Pour or Crayon Melt on a Pumpkin
1:00 pm Michaels Witching Hours: Halloween Lanterns
 
 
3:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class
1:00 pm Cade Museum SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays
10:00 am Michaels Lil’ Witching Hours: Chenille Stem Ghost or Spider
1:30 pm University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students
 
 
4:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Painting Class
4:00 pm Ripple Theatricals Dance Classes
2:00 pm Studio TM Spooky Nights Family Parties-Haunted Houses
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10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Messy Mondays
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Tinker Tuesdays
9:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Big Dreamers
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
9:00 am Balance180 Gym Open Play
9:00 am Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE
11:00 am Sequential Artists Workshop Comics for Teens
5:00 pm Gatorball Academy Monday Night Hitting Clinics
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club
11:00 am The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
10:15 am Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays
12:30 pm Corks and Colors: All Ages Snail
 
6:30 pm Genesis Family Nurture Groups and Parenting
3:30 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Afternoon Art Club
10:30 am Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers
10:30 am Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays
11:00 am Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy
1:00 pm Michaels Witching Hours: Last Minute Costume Demo
 
6:30 pm Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs
3:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class
1:00 pm The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class
2:00 pm Studio TM Spooky Nights Family Parties-Monster Mugs
11:30 am Sun Country Sports Center Splash Jam
2:30 pm University of Florida Math Circle: Main Circle
 
 
4:30 pm Painted Planet Children's Painting Class
4:00 pm Ripple Theatricals Dance Classes
3:00 pm Dave's New York Deli Chess Club
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01Oct

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 ...

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, ...

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers

Our Waldorf-inspired, nature-based days are all about creativity, connection, exploration, handwork, movement, farm life, and giving children the space to ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class

Children's art class ages 6 and up. Children will work with different mediums each week to create their own unique ...

UF Health Lactation Drop-in Clinic

The Drop-In Breastfeeding Clinic is here to address your concerns about breastfeeding your baby. Expectant parents are welcome to ask ...

View All 8 Events For October 01
02Oct

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: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays

Welcome to Free Bird Fridays! New space! Free-range Kids Studio Process art and Sensory stations set up for free exploration and ...

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 ...

03Oct

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 ...

The Home Depot Kids Workshops - Witch Candy Box

Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month ...

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 ...

Studio TM Mommy + Me: Spooky Season Pumpkins

Saturday, October 3 at 10 am Saturday, October 17 at 10 am Saturday, October 24 at 10 am Parents - bring your little ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

View All 13 Events For October 03
04Oct

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 ...

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, ...

Corks and Colors: All Ages Sea Turtles

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive 10 minutes early to choose your seat ...

Michaels Witching Hours: Pumpkin Fest

Come in-store for a fun event! Purchase a craft pumpkin of your choice, and then decorate using our supplies! We ...

University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students

The University of Florida Math Circle is a free service to the Gainesville community that offers fun math activities for ...

View All 6 Events For October 04
05Oct

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 ...

Junior Pizzaiolo Class: Let Your Kids Learn to Make Pizza!

Do you ever just wish your kids would make their own dinner?! Your wish is our command! Give your kids ...

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 ...

06Oct

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Tinker Tuesdays

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free-range process art and sensory rooms are always set up ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club

A club for children 11 and up to meet up and create awesome art. We will be learning the basics ...

Education Equalizer Foundation: ACT/SAT Virtual Cram Session

It is a 2-hour intense session with interactive activities and multiple breaks. Also, it’s best to study little by little ...

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs - Because Every Superhero Deserves a Place to Shine Our free martial arts ...

  • 6:30 pm
  • Location: 404 SW 140th Terrace, Suite 30, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: 100% FREE (only cost is for equipment) – limited spots available!
  • Website: trainmatlife.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
07Oct

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers

A time for children 3-5 to come into the studio and explore and learn through art and play. Children will ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Afternoon Art Club

Art class for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Each week, children will learn about different art mediums, artists, and ...

Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class

Children’s drawing class every Wednesday from 3:30 pm-4:30 pm. For ages 6 and up.

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

Gatorball Academy Catching & Pitching Clinics

Get extra work in this fall with Gatorball’s Catching & Pitching Clinics! Our Wednesday clinics give 9U–14U athletes focused training ...

View All 6 Events For October 07
08Oct

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 ...

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, ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class

Children's art class ages 6 and up. Children will work with different mediums each week to create their own unique ...

Cade Museum SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures

The SparkSeekers program is designed to empower homeschooled students (ages 7–11) by immersing them in the captivating intersection of science ...

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: $15 per student (ages 7–11)
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Ripple Theatricals Dance Classes

A new way to move, perform, and grow at Ripple Theatricals. We’re excited to officially introduce Ripple Dance, our newest department ...

View All 7 Events For October 08
09Oct

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: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays

Welcome to Free Bird Fridays! New space! Free-range Kids Studio Process art and Sensory stations set up for free exploration and ...

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 ...

10Oct

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 ...

Michaels Lil’ Witching Hours: Yarn Wrapped Frame

Come in-store and celebrate Caron Cakes 10th anniversary, we will have a special kids club yarn wrapped frame to celebrate ...

FREE Space Odyssey: An Inventivity Pop-Up Workshop with Cade Museum

Blast off into creativity with Cade Museum’s FREE Space Odyssey: Inventivity Pop-Up Workshop! Young explorers ages 7–11 are invited to discover ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

School is back in session for Alachua County, and the Saturday Academy at Mount Carmel Baptist Church is preparing to ...

View All 11 Events For October 10
11Oct

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, ...

Painting with a Twist: Wings of Prophecy

Recommended age is 6 and up to work independently on their canvas, but all children are welcome! Children under 12 ...

Michaels Witching Hours: Ghost in a Jar

Come in-store for a fun event! Just purchase your jar and all the supplies to create your ghost will be ...

Chomp in the Swamp: The Dazzlers Fall Series

Thank you for your interest in Only Gators: The Dazzlers Fall Series! Clinics are a great way to familiarize yourself ...

12Oct

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 ...

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 ...

13Oct

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Tinker Tuesdays

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free-range process art and sensory rooms are always set up ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club

A club for children 11 and up to meet up and create awesome art. We will be learning the basics ...

Genesis Family Nurture Groups and Parenting

Genesis Family Enrichment Center, Inc is committed to strengthening families and transforming communities using trauma-informed, evidenced based parenting, family-child groups ...

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs - Because Every Superhero Deserves a Place to Shine Our free martial arts ...

  • 6:30 pm
  • Location: 404 SW 140th Terrace, Suite 30, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: 100% FREE (only cost is for equipment) – limited spots available!
  • Website: trainmatlife.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
14Oct

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 ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers

A time for children 3-5 to come into the studio and explore and learn through art and play. Children will ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Afternoon Art Club

Art class for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Each week, children will learn about different art mediums, artists, and ...

Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class

Children’s drawing class every Wednesday from 3:30 pm-4:30 pm. For ages 6 and up.

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

View All 6 Events For October 14
15Oct

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 ...

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, ...

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers

Our Waldorf-inspired, nature-based days are all about creativity, connection, exploration, handwork, movement, farm life, and giving children the space to ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class

Children's art class ages 6 and up. Children will work with different mediums each week to create their own unique ...

Ripple Theatricals Dance Classes

A new way to move, perform, and grow at Ripple Theatricals. We’re excited to officially introduce Ripple Dance, our newest department ...

View All 7 Events For October 15
16Oct

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: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays

Welcome to Free Bird Fridays! New space! Free-range Kids Studio Process art and Sensory stations set up for free exploration and ...

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 ...

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, ...

17Oct

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 ...

Studio TM Mommy + Me: Spooky Season Pumpkins

Saturday, October 3 at 10 am Saturday, October 17 at 10 am Saturday, October 24 at 10 am Parents - bring your little ...

Michaels Lil’ Witching Hours: Halloween Fest

Come in-store for a fun free Halloween event! We will have crafts, games, giveaways, trick or treating and more!

Lowe's Kids Workshops

Attend a monthly Kids' Workshop with your mini-DIYer (while supplies last). Register your mini-DIYer for upcoming workshops (registration required). Each workshop ...

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital: In Person Instructor Led Breastfeeding and Pumping

In Person Breastfeeding and Pumping Combo - (4-hr class) This class covers breastfeeding basics, hand expression, latching your newborn, positioning at ...

View All 12 Events For October 17
18Oct

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 ...

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, ...

Corks and Colors: All Ages Ghost

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive 10 minutes early to choose your seat ...

Michaels Witching Hours: Halloween Lanterns

Come in store for a fun event, just buy your jar and the supplies to decorate will be provided! Make ...

University of Florida Math Circle for Elementary School Students

The University of Florida Math Circle is a free service to the Gainesville community that offers fun math activities for ...

View All 6 Events For October 18
19Oct

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 ...

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 ...

20Oct

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Tinker Tuesdays

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free-range process art and sensory rooms are always set up ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club

A club for children 11 and up to meet up and create awesome art. We will be learning the basics ...

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs - Because Every Superhero Deserves a Place to Shine Our free martial arts ...

  • 6:30 pm
  • Location: 404 SW 140th Terrace, Suite 30, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: 100% FREE (only cost is for equipment) – limited spots available!
  • Website: trainmatlife.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
21Oct

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 ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers

A time for children 3-5 to come into the studio and explore and learn through art and play. Children will ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Afternoon Art Club

Art class for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Each week, children will learn about different art mediums, artists, and ...

Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class

Children’s drawing class every Wednesday from 3:30 pm-4:30 pm. For ages 6 and up.

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

View All 8 Events For October 21
22Oct

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 ...

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, ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class

Children's art class ages 6 and up. Children will work with different mediums each week to create their own unique ...

Cade Museum SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures

The SparkSeekers program is designed to empower homeschooled students (ages 7–11) by immersing them in the captivating intersection of science ...

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: $15 per student (ages 7–11)
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

Ripple Theatricals Dance Classes

A new way to move, perform, and grow at Ripple Theatricals. We’re excited to officially introduce Ripple Dance, our newest department ...

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23Oct

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Meet an Expert

Come to The Curious Child to meet an Entomologist from UF who will be bringing in live insects and talking ...

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: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays

Welcome to Free Bird Fridays! New space! Free-range Kids Studio Process art and Sensory stations set up for free exploration and ...

Studio TM Spooky Nights Family Parties-Haunted Houses

Saturday, October 3 (Monster Mugs) at 2 pm Friday, October 23 (Haunted Houses) at 2 pm Saturday, October 24 (Pumpkins) at 2 ...

View All 6 Events For October 23
24Oct

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 ...

Studio TM Mommy + Me: Spooky Season Pumpkins

Saturday, October 3 at 10 am Saturday, October 17 at 10 am Saturday, October 24 at 10 am Parents - bring your little ...

Pinspiration Gainesville: Kids and Teens Pumpkin Acrylic Pour or Crayon Melt on a Pumpkin

Time to decorate for Halloween and kids love carving pumpkins but we aren’t going to carve THIS pumpkin! Instead, we ...

Michaels Lil’ Witching Hours: Chenille Stem Ghost or Spider

Come in-store for a fun free event! Use Chenille stems to make a plush spider or ghost!

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

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25Oct

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, ...

Sequential Artists Workshop Comics for Teens

Do you have a teen who loves comics? Whether they’re just getting started or already deep into creating their own ...

Corks and Colors: All Ages Snail

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive 10 minutes early to choose your seat ...

Michaels Witching Hours: Last Minute Costume Demo

Come in-store for a fun free event, learn so easy tricks to make a quick last minute costume just in ...

University of Florida Math Circle: Main Circle

The University of Florida Math Circle is a free service to the Gainesville community that offers fun math activities for ...

26Oct

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 ...

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 ...

27Oct

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Tinker Tuesdays

Welcome to the Sensory Studio at Dirty Bird Art Co. Free-range process art and sensory rooms are always set up ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Tween Art Club

A club for children 11 and up to meet up and create awesome art. We will be learning the basics ...

Genesis Family Nurture Groups and Parenting

Genesis Family Enrichment Center, Inc is committed to strengthening families and transforming communities using trauma-informed, evidenced based parenting, family-child groups ...

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs

Free Martial Arts for Kids with Special Needs - Because Every Superhero Deserves a Place to Shine Our free martial arts ...

  • 6:30 pm
  • Location: 404 SW 140th Terrace, Suite 30, Newberry, Florida 32669
  • Cost: 100% FREE (only cost is for equipment) – limited spots available!
  • Website: trainmatlife.com
  • Category: Classes/Workshops/Clinics
28Oct

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 ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Preschool Explorers

A time for children 3-5 to come into the studio and explore and learn through art and play. Children will ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Afternoon Art Club

Art class for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Each week, children will learn about different art mediums, artists, and ...

Painted Planet Children's Drawing Class

Children’s drawing class every Wednesday from 3:30 pm-4:30 pm. For ages 6 and up.

Painted Planet Children's Painting Class

Children’s Painting class every Tuesday from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. For ages 6 and up. By appointment Only!

View All 7 Events For October 28
29Oct

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 ...

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, ...

Treehouse School at Bella Terra Hills: Little Dreamers

Our Waldorf-inspired, nature-based days are all about creativity, connection, exploration, handwork, movement, farm life, and giving children the space to ...

The Curious Child Learning Studio: Art Class

Children's art class ages 6 and up. Children will work with different mediums each week to create their own unique ...

Ripple Theatricals Dance Classes

A new way to move, perform, and grow at Ripple Theatricals. We’re excited to officially introduce Ripple Dance, our newest department ...

View All 6 Events For October 29
30Oct

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: Classes/Workshops/Clinics

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 ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Art and Sensory Workshop - Free Bird Fridays

Welcome to Free Bird Fridays! New space! Free-range Kids Studio Process art and Sensory stations set up for free exploration and ...

Studio TM Spooky Nights Family Parties-Monster Mugs

Saturday, October 3 (Monster Mugs) at 2 pm Friday, October 23 (Haunted Houses) at 2 pm Saturday, October 24 (Pumpkins) at 2 ...

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 ...

31Oct

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 ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

Little Sparks is a fun and interactive program that introduces littles (ages 0-5) to science concepts through music, dancing, crafting, ...

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

School is back in session for Alachua County, and the Saturday Academy at Mount Carmel Baptist Church is preparing to ...

Sun Country Sports Center Splash Jam

All kids aged 3 and above are invited to join us at Splash Jam for some additional pool time! Splash ...

Sun Country Sports Center Ninja Jam

Ninja Jam is the perfect option for your child if you don’t want to commit to regularly scheduled class or ...

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