Gainesville Family Events Calendar
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Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.
UF Performing Arts presents Kings Return: We Four Kings
Sponsored by : Russell and Brenda Robinson | Heather Harrell and Pauline Lawrence Kick off the holiday season with the viral ...
- 7:30 pm
- Location: Phillips Center 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $30-$40 | UF Students $15
- Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley-Preview
A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, ...
- 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: There will be a $10 preview performance on Thursday, December 3rd, at 8PM.
- Website: www.acrosstown.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas
The Gainesville Big Band, under the direction of Marco Thomas, presents a Big Band Christmas with TWO performances this year! ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Meizon Church 3411 Northwest 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Harn Museum Tot Time
Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Polar Express and Santa Claus
The "Polar Express: will be running this Christmas. Real live-running toy trains. The High Springs Museum and St. Bartholomew's will ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Shoppes at Thornebrook Holiday Market and Santa
Thornebrook will be decorated in winter wonderland fun as we herald the holiday season. Celebrate with local shops and vendors, ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Shoppes at Thornebrook: 2441 NW 43rd St. Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: shoppesatthornebrook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Lake Butler Christmas at Lakeside Park
The time is here… we can’t keep it a secret any longer! Join us for Christmas at Lakeside Park on Saturday, ...
- 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Location: 155 NW 3rd St Lake Butler, FL 32054
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Kennedy Collective Co.: Christmas Thrift & Gift Crawl
Get into the holiday spirit at the Christmas Thrift & Gift Crawl, presented by Kennedy Collective Co. and hosted by ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 18559 High Springs Main St, High Springs, FL 32643-0003
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Hawthorne Christmas Parade & Festival
Join us for a magical day of fun in Downtown Hawthorne! Vendors, Santa’s workshop, bounce house, games, holiday cheer and ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Downtown, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Town of Bell Christmas Festival and Parade
A Storybook Christmas is coming to Bell! This year, we want to see ALL KINDS of entries in our Christmas Parade! ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: 3240 W Railroad Ln, Bell, FL 32619
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Polar Express and Santa Claus
The "Polar Express: will be running this Christmas. Real live-running toy trains. The High Springs Museum and St. Bartholomew's will ...
- 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Winter Market at Homestead Park
Crafts, boutique, farmer’s market and more! December 6, 13, 20, 2026 | 12 pm-4 pm
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd, Williston, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
ACRES Foundation: Family Joy Market
Parents and caregivers are invited to shop free of charge for holiday gifts for their family members aged 0-18. All items ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: Hilda Hair Salon 534 N Main Street, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
UF Carillon Annual Holiday Concert
The UF Carillon Studio Concert Series offers a chance to hear the UF Carillon during a forty-five minute recital. Listeners are ...
- 1:30 pm
- Location: Century Tower Carillon, 375 Newell Dr, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: free
- Website: arts.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
- Website: www.acrosstown.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Gainesville Big Band presents A Big Band Christmas
The Gainesville Big Band, under the direction of Marco Thomas, presents a Big Band Christmas with TWO performances this year! ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Meizon Church 3411 Northwest 83 Street Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
1000 Voices of Florida, INC: Holiday Concert
4th Annual Holiday Community Concert! Concert Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at 7 pm Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Phillips Center 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: free
- Website: www.1000voicesofflorida.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
North Central Florida Community Center: Friday Night at the Center-Christmas Village, Tree Lighting & Winter Wonderland
Bring your picnic blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy an evening with your neighbors. We will have food trucks, entertainment, ...
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 5201 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Polar Express and Santa Claus
The "Polar Express: will be running this Christmas. Real live-running toy trains. The High Springs Museum and St. Bartholomew's will ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Winter Wonderland Elf Fest
Get ready for a weekend of Christmas magic, family fun, and winter wonder! Experience a festive snow play area, dazzling ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 28957 West Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: TBA
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train
We welcome you to the 2026 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 15th year hosting this Holiday fun ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
- Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Chiefland Christmas Festival and Parade
Annual Christmas Festival, 5K Rudolph Run and Lighted Christmas Parade. Free activities for the kids with meet and greet with ...
- 7:00 am
- Location: Chiefland Trailhead 121 Trailhead Park 209 SW 1st Ave. Chiefland, FL 32626S Main St, Chiefland, FL 32626
- Cost: free, donations for parking
- Website: www.chieflandchamber.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Cracker House Winery: Christmas on the Ranch Returns
We’re excited to announce the return of our annual Christmas on the Ranch event at Cracker House Winery! Petting zoo, ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 522 SE 897th St, Old Town, FL 32680-7373
- Cost: Free admission
- Category: Holiday Events
Kiwanis Christmas Parade & Market at Keystone Heights
The Christmas Market will be chock-full of vendors, food trucks, live music, and holiday cheer! And don’t miss the Kiwanis Christmas ...
- 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Location: Downtown 555 S. Lawrence Blvd, Keystone Heights, FL, 32656
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.keystoneheights.us
- Category: Holiday Events
Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church: The Polar Express and Santa Claus
The "Polar Express: will be running this Christmas. Real live-running toy trains. The High Springs Museum and St. Bartholomew's will ...
- 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church (next to City Hall) 18615 NW 238th St, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Holiday Pop-Up Markets at the AUK Market
Holiday Pop Up Market Saturday, December 12, 2026 Evergreen Holiday Market Saturday, December 19, 2026
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: The AUK Market 2031 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.theaukmarket.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Winter Market at Homestead Park
Crafts, boutique, farmer’s market and more! December 6, 13, 20, 2026 | 12 pm-4 pm
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd, Williston, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Alachua Conservation Trust Holiday Mingle
Bring your friends and family for a celebration of this year's conservation victories! Enjoy light food, drinks, and plenty of ...
- 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Prairie Creek Lodge 7204 SE County Road 234, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.alachuaconservationtrust.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
- Website: www.acrosstown.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Hoggtowne Bronze presents Christmas at the Matheson concert: Music with the Masters
Hoggtowne Bronze presents its 2nd Annual Christmas at the Matheson concert, "Music with the Masters," on December 13 at 4:00 ...
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Live Nativity at Morgan Road Baptist Church
Live Nativity- Experience the Story of Christmas. Walk-through experience. December 17, 18 & 19, 2026 | 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Morgan Road Baptist Church, 3748 NW County Road 233, Starke, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Christmas in the Quarry at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens
Experience a Holiday Wonderland in Central Florida. Celebrate the holiday season at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens! Gather your family ...
- 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens, 4990 NE 180th Ave., Williston, Florida
- Cost: Adults: $10 | Kids (6–13): $5 | 5 & under: Free
- Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Live Nativity at Morgan Road Baptist Church
Live Nativity- Experience the Story of Christmas. Walk-through experience. December 17, 18 & 19, 2026 | 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Morgan Road Baptist Church, 3748 NW County Road 233, Starke, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train
We welcome you to the 2026 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 15th year hosting this Holiday fun ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
- Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Wild B Boutique Christmas At The Park
Another look into future events… our 5th Annual Christmas in the Park! Join us December 19th for our last event of ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Heritage Park Williston 116 N. Main St, Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Holiday Pop-Up Markets at the AUK Market
Holiday Pop Up Market Saturday, December 12, 2026 Evergreen Holiday Market Saturday, December 19, 2026
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: The AUK Market 2031 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.theaukmarket.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Nutcracker with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra
Supported by PNC Foundation. It just isn’t the Holidays without The Nutcracker! Family-friendly. Funded in part by Visit Gainesville.
- 2:00 pm
- Location: Phillips Center 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $67-$47 | Seniors and Students $47
- Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
Voices Rising Holiday Concert
Holiday Concert - "Joy to the Holidays" Friday, December 18, 2026 7:30 pm Saturday, December 19, 2026 3:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
- Location: First United Methodist Church, 419 Northeast 1st Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: TBA
- Website: www.vrccgainesville.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Winter Market at Homestead Park
Crafts, boutique, farmer’s market and more! December 6, 13, 20, 2026 | 12 pm-4 pm
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Homestead Park Williston 1050 NE 6th Blvd, Williston, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Dance Alive National Ballet presents The Nutcracker with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra
Supported by PNC Foundation. It just isn’t the Holidays without The Nutcracker! Family-friendly. Funded in part by Visit Gainesville.
- 2:00 pm
- Location: Phillips Center 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $67-$47 | Seniors and Students $47
- Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre presents Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite O , Gainesville, FL 32607
- Cost: $25 for adults and $20 for students, seniors, and heroes (military/teachers/first responders).
- Website: www.acrosstown.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Dance Alive National Ballet presents Class with Clara
Join the charming ‘Clara’, heroine of The Nutcracker ballet for a fun filled ballet class onstage! All ages are welcome.
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Phillips Center 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: $25 tickets only need to be purchased for class participants, spectators may attend for free.
- Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train
We welcome you to the 2026 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 15th year hosting this Holiday fun ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
- Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Christmas in the Quarry at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens
Experience a Holiday Wonderland in Central Florida. Celebrate the holiday season at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens! Gather your family ...
- 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens, 4990 NE 180th Ave., Williston, Florida
- Cost: Adults: $10 | Kids (6–13): $5 | 5 & under: Free
- Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train
We welcome you to the 2026 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 15th year hosting this Holiday fun ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
- Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Christmas in the Quarry at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens
Experience a Holiday Wonderland in Central Florida. Celebrate the holiday season at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens! Gather your family ...
- 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens, 4990 NE 180th Ave., Williston, Florida
- Cost: Adults: $10 | Kids (6–13): $5 | 5 & under: Free
- Website: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train
We welcome you to the 2026 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 15th year hosting this Holiday fun ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
- Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Living Water Life Center: Walk to Bethlehem
Get excited for the Best FREE Family Event for December 2026! Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 4551 SE State Road 121, Morriston, FL 32668-3757
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- 4:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center Festival of Lights - Silent Night
The 2026 Festival of Lights will begin on Friday, December 4 and end Thursday, December 24. December 4 through the 23 ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096
- Cost: $4.00 per person and children under 3 are free
- Website: stephenfostercso.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour
The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big ...
- 1:00 pm
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $55 Adults, $25 - 3 years-11 years, Under 2 Years: Free
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Carson Springs Wildlife Christmas Walk or Ride Tour
The Christmas-Themed Walk or Ride Tour is great, outdoor fun for the whole family, guided by professional zoologists. Witness big ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 8528 East County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $55 Adults, $25 - 3 years-11 years, Under 2 Years: Free
- Website: www.carsonspringswildlife.org
- Category: Holiday Events
Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train
We welcome you to the 2026 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 15th year hosting this Holiday fun ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 19630 NE 30th St. Williston, FL 32696
- Cost: $19.99 contribution per person in advance, ages 10 and up, $25 at the gate if available. Children ages 3-9 are $12.99 in advance and $15 at the gate if available. Children 2 and under are FREE, no contribution is requested.
- Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Fathom’s Big Screen Classics It’s A Wonderful Life 80th Anniversary
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece now celebrates 80 years with ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Select Regal Locations Gainesville, FL
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: www.fathomentertainment.com
- Category: Holiday Events
