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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, November 7th

Harn Museum Tot Time - First Friday of the Month: Friday, November 7th

Tots will collage fall inspired colored tissue paper onto contact paper leaf cut outs to create autumn suncatchers. 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.
Chomp the Block

Chomp the Block

Before the Gators take to the Swamp on Saturday, join us at Celebration Pointe on Friday night. Chomp the Block, the official block party of the Florida Gators®, is the pre-game event no Gator should miss. Fun, food, drinks, music, Gator legends and good times are everywhere from 6 to 10 pm. Kids activities from 6 pm – 8 pm Entertainment Zone with bounce houses, balloon animals, face painting and more 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 week 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.
F4GK Playgroup

F4GK Playgroup

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids as we explore family fun destinations around Gainesville! New playgroups EVERY week! Click to learn more.
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Family Fun

Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.

Special Needs

Events and programs for kids with special needs

Races/Walks/Runs

Races, Walks, 5Ks includes listings for all types of athletic competitions that kids can participate in - not just watch.

Tours/Informational

Tours, & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.

Shows, Movies & Concerts

Family friendly shows and concerts

 

Library Programs

Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

Auditions/Tryouts

Casting calls and auditions for productions and performances or tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.

Other

Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category

Sporting Events

Sporting events and home games for local sports teams

Classes/Workshops/Clinics

One time classes, workshops, and clinics open to kids and families. 

Holiday Events

Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.

Pageants/Competitions

Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.

Ongoing Programs

Ongoing Programs includes any family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.

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8:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
Bard and Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival
UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi
UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi
 
 
 
10:00 am O2B Kids Homeschool Days
UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
9:00 am Living History Saturday at Morningside Nature Center
 
 
 
3:00 pm Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
 
10:00 am Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies
 
 
 
3:30 pm City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
2:00 pm UF Health Lactation Drop-in Clinic
 
11:30 am Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy
 
 
 
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2:00 pm Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum
8:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
10:00 am Alachua County Homeschool P.E. at Veterans Park
9:30 am Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center Homeschool Field Day
9:00 am GROW HUB's Pop Up Markets
 
 
3:30 pm City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
10:00 am O2B Kids Homeschool Days
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
10:00 am Newberry Main Street Spring Festival
 
 
 
3:00 pm Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center
3:00 pm Santa Fe Saints Baseball vs. St. Petersburg College
7:30 pm University of Florida Opera Theatre presents The Pirates of Penzance
10:00 am Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies
 
 
 
3:30 pm City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
3:30 pm SOAR: Science Oriented Activities and Recreation
 
11:00 am Santa Fe Springs Celebration
 
 
 
 
 
 
11:30 am Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy
 
 
 
 
 
 
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1:55 pm UF Carillon Studio Concert Series
 
UF Baseball vs. Bethune-Cookman University
8:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
UF Baseball vs. Auburn University
UF Baseball vs. Auburn University
 
 
2:00 pm Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum
10:00 am O2B Kids Homeschool Days
1:00 pm Safe Kids North Central Florida: Celebration Pointe State Farm Good Neighbor - Car Seat Check Up
10:00 am Farm and Forest Friends at Morningside Nature Center
10:00 am Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies
 
 
3:30 pm City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
1:30 pm Alachua County Park ‘N Play
 
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
11:00 am Savage Race JR
 
 
 
3:00 pm Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center
 
 
11:30 am Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy
 
 
 
3:30 pm City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
 
 
7:00 pm Outback Presents The Thorn
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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UF Baseball vs. Auburn University
7:30 pm UF Performing Arts presents Meredith Willson’s The Music Man
UF Baseball vs. Jacksonville Dolphins
8:30 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
UF Baseball vs. Texas A&M
UF Baseball vs. Texas A&M
 
 
2:00 pm Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum
10:00 am O2B Kids Homeschool Days
10:00 am Alachua County Homeschool P.E. at Veterans Park
10:00 am Cade Museum Design + Doodle Lab
8:30 am Oak Hall Saturday Tours
 
 
3:30 pm City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
3:00 pm Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center
 
 
9:00 am Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Walking Tours
 
 
 
3:30 pm City of Gainesville Eco Rangers
 
 
10:00 am Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies
 
 
 
 
 
 
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01Apr

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks

Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...

O2B Kids Homeschool Days

Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

World Ballet Company presents Swan Lake with a LIVE Orchestra

The World’s MOST Iconic Ballet – with a LIVE Orchestra! World Ballet Company’s Swan Lake is a breathtaking production featuring 50 ...

02Apr

Bard and Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival

BARD & Broadside: North Central Florida's Premier Poetry Festival The 4th Annual (2026) Festival Theme Is AMERICA 250! Celebrating 250 Years of ...

UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi

UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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 ...

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 ...

03Apr

UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi

UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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 ...

04Apr

UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi

UF Baseball vs. University of Mississippi

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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 ...

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies

Now available by reservation every Saturday morning (September-May)! Child participants get to brush a pony, experience a 20-minute leadline ride, ...

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

Free Saturday sessions from 11:30 am-1:30 pm (when school is held on Fridays). Starting on September 13, 2025-May 16, 2026 What ...

07Apr

Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum

Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

08Apr

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks

Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...

O2B Kids Homeschool Days

Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

09Apr

Alachua County Homeschool P.E. at Veterans Park

Get fit and socialize through various sports, games, and activities. • Feb 12 and 26 • March 12 and 26 • April 9 ...

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 ...

Santa Fe Saints Baseball vs. St. Petersburg College

Help cheer on the Santa Fe Saints Baseball team!

SOAR: Science Oriented Activities and Recreation

SOAR to discover science through this interactive program. On the second Thursday of the month during the school year, our ...

10Apr

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center Homeschool Field Day

Kick off spring with us! Outdoor activities, water games, and more! Pack a picnic and spend the day at Cusowilla! Grades ...

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 ...

University of Florida Opera Theatre presents The Pirates of Penzance

Set sail with the UF Opera Theatre and UF Symphony Orchestra for a night of laughter, romance, and rollicking pirates! ...

11Apr

GROW HUB's Pop Up Markets

Our events include art vendors, plenty of plants for sale, food, music, an opportunity to feed our donkeys, and more! All ...

Newberry Main Street Spring Festival

Spring Festival in Historic Downtown Newberry! Join us for a fun-filled day in charming downtown Newberry featuring: - Live Music from 11:30 ...

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies

Now available by reservation every Saturday morning (September-May)! Child participants get to brush a pony, experience a 20-minute leadline ride, ...

Santa Fe Springs Celebration

A FREE public event at Poe Springs Park, Saturday, April 11th, to celebrate the area's wonderful springs with vendors, food, ...

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

Free Saturday sessions from 11:30 am-1:30 pm (when school is held on Fridays). Starting on September 13, 2025-May 16, 2026 What ...

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12Apr

UF Carillon Studio Concert Series

The UF Carillon Studio Concert Series offers a chance to hear the UF Carillon during a forty-five minute recital. Listeners ...

14Apr

UF Baseball vs. Bethune-Cookman University

UF Baseball vs. Bethune-Cookman University

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum

Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

15Apr

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks

Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...

O2B Kids Homeschool Days

Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...

Alachua County Park ‘N Play

Get ready for outdoor fun and adventure! Join Parks and Open Space staff for free games, activities, crafts, sports, and tons ...

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

16Apr

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 ...

Safe Kids North Central Florida: Celebration Pointe State Farm Good Neighbor - Car Seat Check Up

Car seats are available to eligible caregivers. Please contact jordyn.zyngier@ufhealth.org if you are in need of car seat assistance. A car ...

17Apr

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Farm and Forest Friends at Morningside Nature Center

Third Friday of each month, September–May, from 10 am-11 am. Meet at the pavilion at Morningside Nature Center Venture through the ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Morningside Nature Center 3540 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
  • Cost: Cost: $5 for first child, $2.50 for each additional child in your group (must be accompanied by an adult)
  • Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
  • 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 ...

18Apr

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies

Now available by reservation every Saturday morning (September-May)! Child participants get to brush a pony, experience a 20-minute leadline ride, ...

Savage Race JR

We have a friendly and challenging course for your little Savage. Each wave is monitored by friendly and enthusiastic staff, ...

  • 11:00 am
  • Location: Barn at Rembert Farm 13126 NW 174th Ave, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: Registration: $40 online or $50 on-site. One spectator pass is included.
  • Website: savagerace.com
  • Category: Races/Walks/Runs

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Saturday Academy

Free Saturday sessions from 11:30 am-1:30 pm (when school is held on Fridays). Starting on September 13, 2025-May 16, 2026 What ...

Outback Presents The Thorn

The Thorn tells the epic story of God's love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity. The ...

19Apr

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

UF Baseball vs. Auburn University

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
20Apr

UF Performing Arts presents Meredith Willson’s The Music Man

There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson’s six-time, ...

21Apr

UF Baseball vs. Jacksonville Dolphins

UF Baseball vs. Jacksonville Dolphins

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum

Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

22Apr

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks

Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...

O2B Kids Homeschool Days

Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

23Apr

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 ...

Alachua County Homeschool P.E. at Veterans Park

Get fit and socialize through various sports, games, and activities. • Feb 12 and 26 • March 12 and 26 • April 9 ...

24Apr

UF Baseball vs. Texas A&M

UF Baseball vs. Texas A&M

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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 ...

25Apr

UF Baseball vs. Texas A&M

UF Baseball vs. Texas A&M

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Oak Hall Saturday Tours

Each spring, Oak Hall hosts monthly Saturday Tours for families to visit campus for an immersive experience the whole family ...

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Guided Walking Tours

Discover the natural beauty of Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Join experienced rangers on a guided hike to learn about the park’s ...

Equestrians Unlimited Riding Academy, LLC: PeeWee Ponies

Now available by reservation every Saturday morning (September-May)! Child participants get to brush a pony, experience a 20-minute leadline ride, ...

FREE College Readiness Workshops

Are you ready to take charge of your future? Join us for FREE College Readiness Workshops hosted by Oak Hall School, ...

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26Apr

UF Baseball vs. Texas A&M

UF Baseball vs. Texas A&M

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
28Apr

Archer Farmer's Market and Train Museum

Farmer's Market will be held every Tuesday from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum - ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

29Apr

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks

Calling all birders! Join us as we look for and learn about the marvelous birds at Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Co-hosted ...

O2B Kids Homeschool Days

Homeschool Days Are Back at O2B Kids! Looking for a fun and social way to enrich your homeschooler’s week? Join ...

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Come down to the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature ...

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...

30Apr

City of Gainesville Eco Rangers

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes! All ages are welcome! ...