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Gainesville Family Events Calendar

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Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...

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 ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

Join James Albury, host of “The Sky Above Us” and former co-host of the PBS TV Show “Star Gazers” as ...

  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $6.17 - $8.22
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Fall Wildflower Walks

When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. Put on your comfortable walking shoes and ...

Living History Saturday at Morningside Nature Center

First Saturday of the month September–May, from 9 am–1 pm at the Living History Farm. Step back in time at ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Community Health Expo

Join us for this free community focused health event including: Free Information about God's health principles, pet care, and mental health. 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: Tours/Informational

Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...

Kids’ Fall Wildflower Walk

When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. New this fall, we're hosting a shorter, kid-focused ...

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 ...

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

Fall Wildflower Walks

When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. Put on your comfortable walking shoes and ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Gainesville Cars and Coffee

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

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beyoncé

As one of the most awarded and best-selling artists of all time, Beyoncé is acclaimed for her thrilling vocals, videos ...

  • 3:00 pm - 3:55 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $19.52
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Bowie

Laser Bowie celebrates the musical legacy of the enigmatic chameleon of music David Bowie. Enjoy the glam and spectacle of ...

  • 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $19.52
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Beatles

From their beginnings revolutionizing rock n roll, to their psychedelic era, Laser Beatles visualizes The Beatles’ music with energy and ...

  • 5:00 pm - 5:55 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $19.52
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

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: Tours/Informational

Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...

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 ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

Join James Albury, host of “The Sky Above Us” and former co-host of the PBS TV Show “Star Gazers” as ...

  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $6.17 - $8.22
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Queen

Queen's epic songs provided a soundtrack to the 70s and 80s. Laser Queen was inspired by these Rock and Roll ...

  • 9:00 pm - 9:45 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $19.52
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Fall Wildflower Walks

When the air becomes cool and crisp, find what blooms among the pines. Put on your comfortable walking shoes and ...

Rum 138 Fungi Fest

Rum 138 Fungi Fest 2026–RUM 138's 5th annual North Florida Fungi Fest– will be held on Saturday October 17th and ...

  • 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Location: RUM 138: 2070 SW County Rd 138, Ft. White, FL 32038
  • Cost: Ticket Price: $15, Children 12 and under free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Open House & Fall Plant Sale

Each October, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens holds an Open House & Fall Plant Sale, inviting visitors to see the facility. Kanapaha Botanical ...

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville FL 32608
  • Cost: Suggested donation $5 for entry
  • Website: kanapaha.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

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

Rum 138 Fungi Fest

Rum 138 Fungi Fest 2026–RUM 138's 5th annual North Florida Fungi Fest– will be held on Saturday October 17th and ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: RUM 138: 2070 SW County Rd 138, Ft. White, FL 32038
  • Cost: Ticket Price: $15, Children 12 and under free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

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: Tours/Informational

Healthy Afternoons with Fire Rescue

Join Gainesville Fire Rescue every month to participate in fun, family-friendly activities, learn valuable health and safety information and connect ...

Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

CANCELLED! Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with ...

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 ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

Join James Albury, host of “The Sky Above Us” and former co-host of the PBS TV Show “Star Gazers” as ...

  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $6.17 - $8.22
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Queen

Queen's epic songs provided a soundtrack to the 70s and 80s. Laser Queen was inspired by these Rock and Roll ...

  • 9:00 pm - 9:45 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $19.52
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Alachua County Public Schools Annual Magnet Showcase

Families and students interested in taking advantage of one of the district's highly-successful academic or career-tech magnet programs are invited ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Old Wire Stables Open House & Halloween Spooktacular

We're having an open house at Old Wire Stables at 1 pm on Saturday, October 24th! Ever wonder what it's ...

  • 1:00 pm
  • Location: 160 SW Brahman Glen, Fort White, FL 32038
  • Cost: $5 admission for the Halloween Spooktacular only & please bring a covered dish for the potluck dinner.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

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 ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Laser Halloween

Get ready for a spooktacular experience like no other! Laser Halloween is a mesmerizing laser light show that will cast ...

  • 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $19.52
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Disco Party - Join Girl Scouts in Lake City

Come meet new friends, do crafts and learn how you can join a Girl Scout Troop in Gainesville! Staff will be ...

Cornerstone Academy Open House

Discover the Cornerstone Difference! Are you searching for a Christ-centered education for your child for the 2027–2028 school year? We invite ...

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: Administrative Offices (Front House) at our Grammar Campus Living Faith Fellowship Church 5510 NW 39th Ave., Gainesville
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot-FREE Day!

Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:45 am
  • Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
  • Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
  • Category: Tours/Informational

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: Tours/Informational

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

Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

Join us for our weekly Thursday night Parent Academy webinars. The free webinars are intended to provide you with information ...

Civil Air Patrol: Career Opportunities US Air Force & US Space Force

Inspire your teen to dream big! Youth ages 12–18 and their families are invited to a FREE special event hosted ...

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 ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Halloween Tours

Booking is now open for Halloween Drive-Thru. Our only drive-thru of the year! Will you survive Halloween at Carson Springs ...

History Bike Gainesville Haunted Hogtown

October is finally upon us, which means it’s time for Haunted Hogtown…where we explore Gainesville’s haunted past by bike under ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Autumn)

Join James Albury, host of “The Sky Above Us” and former co-host of the PBS TV Show “Star Gazers” as ...

  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: $6.17 - $8.22
  • Website: www.showpass.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Artwalk Gainesville

Artwalk Gainesville is a self-guided art experience of local galleries, artist studios, and cultural events in beautiful Gainesville, Florida. The ...

Pancakes with a Ranger

On Halloween morning, enjoy free pancakes and coffee prepared by a park volunteer and ranger. This all-ages gathering is a ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park Visitor Center 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
  • Cost: Program is free with park admission.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

Walk or ride the tour. Great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big cat feeding ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

Come visit the Historic Haile Homestead! Learn about the history of the 1856 Homestead, the enslaved people who lived and ...

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Ranger-Led Tour

Guided walks with a ranger are available every Saturday at 10 am. Special guided walks for groups are available by ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653
  • Cost: Included with park admission. $4 per vehicle, up to eight visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

Carson Springs Wildlife Halloween Tours

Booking is now open for Halloween Drive-Thru. Our only drive-thru of the year! Will you survive Halloween at Carson Springs ...