Gainesville Family Events Calendar
The Fun 4 Gator Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Gainesville area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event
PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.
Family Fun includes festivals, carnivals, family fun nights, fairs and other types of fun family events.
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 ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: V Pizza 115 SE 1 St, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Cost: $20 includes one pizza per child/ticket and a beverage.
- Website: www.vpizza.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Tiny Tot Bundles Tiny Tales: Bubble Party
Pop on over for a bubbly good time at Tiny Tot Bundles! Join us on Tuesday, June 2nd, from 10:00–10:30 ...
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Tiny Tot Bundles 14874 Main Street, Alachua, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
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 - ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134 Avenue, Archer, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Chick-Fil-A Archer Road Fathers Day Family Night
Join us Tuesday, June 2nd 5pm-7pm for a night of fun celebrating Dad! Activities Include: Keychain Craft Gifts for Dad and much more!
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Chick-Fil-A 3938 SW Archer Road Gainesville FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Water Days Presented by Childrens Trust of Alachua County
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids and Children's Trust of Alachua County June 3rd-5th for 3 days of fun to celebrate ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Joint Chiropractic Gainesville Patient Appreciation Day
Join The Joint Chiropractic Gainesville – Archer Road on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 for a full day of wellness, giveaways, ...
- 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 3304 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608-2407
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Alachua County School Meals: Free Summer Meal Kick Off Event
Summer is just around the corner and our Food & Nutrition team is gearing up to feed all children 18 ...
- 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Horizon Center Farm to School Hub 2802 NE 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Humane Society of North Central Florida Storytime with Kittens (for kids ages 4-6)
Join us for another pop-up Storytime with Kittens! Children ages 4 to 6 are invited to relax in our Education ...
- 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Humane Society of North Central Florida, 4205 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32609
- Cost: $5/Donation
- Website: humanesocietyncfl.givecloud.co
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Water Days Presented by Childrens Trust of Alachua County
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids and Children's Trust of Alachua County June 3rd-5th for 3 days of fun to celebrate ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Skate Station Funworks Half-Price Thursdays
Thursdays just got twice as nice — it’s Half-Price Thursday! More fun. More skating. Half the price! Grab your friends ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL32606
- Cost: see website for pricing
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights
The Harn galleries are open every Thursday evening until 9 pm, providing an opportunity to browse current exhibitions on a ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: Free
- Website: harn.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Water Days Presented by Childrens Trust of Alachua County
Join Fun 4 Gator Kids and Children's Trust of Alachua County June 3rd-5th for 3 days of fun to celebrate ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
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: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Nintendo Switch Gaming and More!
Micanopy Branch Library is hosting a gaming hour, with a Nintendo Switch console! Come hang with us and play some ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Micanopy Branch Dance Hall 706 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Newberry Main Street Organization: Summer Splash Days
Newberry Main Street Organization is continuing the fun summer splash events during the summer. Join them on Fridays: June 5, ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: S. Seaboard Dr. Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
License Free Fishing Day
License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take ...
- All Day Event
- Cost: free
- Website: myfwc.com
- Category: Family Fun
Newberry Parks & Recreation Open Gym
Join us EVERY Saturday for Open Gym at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex all summer long! Pickleball 8AM to 11:30AM Basketball 12PM ...
- 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Chiefland Watermelon Festival
Join us for a day of fun, food, and festivities at the annual Watermelon Festival. A year will fly by ...
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 23 SE 2nd Avenue, Chiefland, FL, 32626
- Cost: free
- Website: chieflandwomansclub.org
- Category: Family Fun
The Home Depot Kids Workshops
Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Local Home Depot Store Locations
- Cost: free
- Website: www.homedepot.com
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville Cars & Coffee at Tioga
Join us the first Saturday of every month from 9-11 am for Gainesville Cars & Coffee! This family-friendly car meet ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 150 SW 129th Ter, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
License Free Fishing Day
License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take ...
- All Day Event
- Cost: free
- Website: myfwc.com
- Category: Family Fun
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary: Highland Cow Bath & Fluff Day
Looking for a new way to connect with the animals you love? Our Highland Cow Bath & Fluff Day is ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 1208 N County Road 315C, Melrose, FL 32666
- Cost: $25 per guest
- Website: shop.beyonk.com
- Category: Family Fun
School's Out Foam Party and Cookout
Celebrate the Start of Summer with a Foam Party and Cookout! It's like a pool party but with a pile of ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Burt Ames Scout Cabin, 127 NE 4th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.p127.org
- Category: Family Fun
Gainesville Garden Club: Story Time in the Garden
Join the Gainesville Garden Club for a Special Children’s Interactive Reading Event with Miss Florida 2025 & Author, Paris Richardson! • ...
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: 1350 NW 75th St, Gainesville, FL 32605-3168
- Cost: FREE event, but RSVP required!
- Website: www.ggcfl.org
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Summer Fun Days: Animal Theme
WE are so excited to announce Summer Fun Days! Sponsored by Children's Trust of Alachua County! Each Tuesday over the ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Westside Park 847 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Storm Ready Story Time and Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Is Your Family Storm Ready? Let’s Learn Together! Preparation starts with the whole family! Bring your kids to your local library ...
- 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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 - ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134 Avenue, Archer, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Storm Ready Story Time and Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Is Your Family Storm Ready? Let’s Learn Together! Preparation starts with the whole family! Bring your kids to your local library ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Splitz Bowling Wednesdays & Thursdays
$3.75 Kid Games | $3 Kid Shoes (10 Years and Younger)* *Not Valid on Alachua County School Holidays and Breaks $3 Senior ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Humane Society of North Central Florida Storytime with Kittens (for kids ages 4-6)
Join us for another pop-up Storytime with Kittens! Children ages 4 to 6 are invited to relax in our Education ...
- 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Location: Humane Society of North Central Florida, 4205 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32609
- Cost: $5/Donation
- Website: humanesocietyncfl.givecloud.co
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Storytime and Hike with a Ranger
A ranger will read tales about wildlife, mindfulness and environmental stewardship then take everyone on a short walk on our ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: Program is free with $6/vehicle park admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Storm Ready Story Time and Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Is Your Family Storm Ready? Let’s Learn Together! Preparation starts with the whole family! Bring your kids to your local library ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Read with a Ranger Story Time
Join a ranger for nature-themed story time! Each reading will be followed by a kid-friendly nature walk or crafts. Designed ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.gainesvillefl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Splitz Bowling Wednesdays & Thursdays
$3.75 Kid Games | $3 Kid Shoes (10 Years and Younger)* *Not Valid on Alachua County School Holidays and Breaks $3 Senior ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Easton Newberry Sports Archery Funtastic Fridays
Join us every Friday for a great night of shooting and games! Tic-Tac-Toe, Battle Ship, Bowling with Bows, you name ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:45 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: Funtastic Rate $15, Equipment Rental $8 (Sold at Check-in), Facility Members and Club Members shoot free, price will be discounted at checkout.
- Website: eastonnewberryarcherycenter.org
- Category: Family Fun
Wild Adventures Splash Island Nights
When the sun goes down, the energy turns all the way up. Wild Adventures Splash Island Nights returns for summer ...
- 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Wild Adventures Theme Park 3766 Old Clyattville Road, Valdosta, GA 31601
- Cost: See website for ticket options
- Website: www.wildadventures.com
- Category: Family Fun
Flip Factory Zone Friday Night Lights
Friday Teen Night! New trampolines, rolling log, balance beam, battle beam, Euro trampolines, basketball, wipeout, kidzone, target dodgeball, sky coaster, ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 7400 W. Newberry Road, Gainesville FL 32605
- Cost: $13 extreme package
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Splitz Bowling Funtastic Friday
Every 2nd & 4th Friday each month from 8 pm-10 pm
- 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Newberry Parks & Recreation Open Gym
Join us EVERY Saturday for Open Gym at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex all summer long! Pickleball 8AM to 11:30AM Basketball 12PM ...
- 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Town of McIntosh Parks & Recreation Water Day
It's that time again! Water Day is back! Keep an eye out for more information! Water slides, water balloons, food, ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 20400 10th Street (in the field) McIntosh, FL
- Cost: Free, dunk tank balls $2 each or 3 for $5
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Lynx Tails Story Time
Join us for our weekly family story time, The Lynx Tails! We'll open our doors a few minutes early and ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: 601 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: thelynxbooks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bass Pro Shops - Gone Fishing Kid Event
Join us for the free kids’ fishing event. Activities will vary by location. Free giveaway. Color your own slip bobber. While ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Bass Pro Shops, 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Family Fun
Awaken Chiropractic Summer Family Fun Fest
Bring the whole family out for a fun-filled day featuring local businesses, games, bounce houses, and lunch! Enjoy delicious treats ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 2321 NW 41st ST, Building B, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Wildflowers Music Park BioBlitz
Join Us for the WildFlowers Music Park Inaugural BioBlitz! On Sunday, June 14th, from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, we’ll come ...
- 7:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: WildFlowers Music Park 4107 NE 255th Drive, Melrose, FL 32666
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bass Pro Shops - Gone Fishing Kid Event
Join us for the free kids’ fishing event. Activities will vary by location. Free giveaway. Color your own slip bobber. While ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Bass Pro Shops, 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Family Fun
GGIC International Market
Come support our local international and refugee neighbors while sampling food, crafts and games from around the world! All proceeds ...
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603
- Cost: Free Admission
- Category: Family Fun
Bragging Rights Arcades Kids Karaoke
Bring your kids every Sunday from 2pm-6pm for Kids Karaoke! Every kid who participates will get one $5 game redemption ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Bragging Rights 113 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Every kid who participates will get one $5 game redemption card.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
PunkOuter Games Pokemon League Casual
Join PunkOuter's Pokémon League every Sunday for casual Pokémon play! One of our Pokémon Professors will lead Trainers in setting up ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: $10
- Website: facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
City of Newberry: Army’s 251st Birthday Celebration
Join the City of Newberry and the Gainesville Recruiting Company (3E3) as we celebrate 251 years of service, honor, and ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: Lois Forte Park, 25842 NW 3rd Ave, Newberry, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade
Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Outdoor Activities & Wellness Day
Tuesday June 16 - Day 2 of Anniversary Week Get ready for Outdoor Activities & Wellness Day, where recovery meets fresh ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 4114 NW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Summer Fun Days: Bug Theme
We are so excited to announce Summer Fun Days! Sponsored by Children's Trust of Alachua County! Each Tuesday over the ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Greentree Park 3700 NW 19th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Colsie Mom Meet Up and Kids Craft
Come hang out with us for a relaxed morning together! This meetup is all about connecting with other moms, enjoying ...
- 8:45 am - 9:30 am
- Location: Colsie Coffee 23519 W US HWY 27 High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Story Time at the Zoo
Join Us for Story Time at the Zoo! The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and the Alachua County Library invite ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo (On the lawn in front of the zoo) 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Storytime is free. See description for zoo prices.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Splitz Bowling Wednesdays & Thursdays
$3.75 Kid Games | $3 Kid Shoes (10 Years and Younger)* *Not Valid on Alachua County School Holidays and Breaks $3 Senior ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Sweetwater Wetlands Park: All About Tracks
Join us for educational and entertaining tabling events with different topics throughout the year! Learn about different animals, plants, and ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: $5 park entry per vehicle
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Storm Ready Story Time and Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Is Your Family Storm Ready? Let’s Learn Together! Preparation starts with the whole family! Bring your kids to your local library ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 pm
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Journey to Juneteenth: Storytime at Depot
Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at an outdoor story time led by library staff at Depot Park.
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Depot Park, 874 SE 4th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Journey to Juneteenth: Juneteenth Breakfast and Black Music Month Celebration
Breakfast celebration to honor and remember Juneteenth. Please note, this is a ticket event.
- 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Location: Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center, 837 SE 7th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: TBA
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Journey to Juneteenth: National Holiday Celebration
The City of Gainesville’s month-long “Journey to Juneteenth” celebration, from Florida Emancipation Day (May 20) through the widely-recognized Juneteenth holiday ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Crafty Gemini Youth Developments presents Juneteenth
Food, fun, interactive activities for all, music and spoken word, and community art. This is more than a gathering. It's connection, ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Legacy Park Multipurpose Center 15400 Peggy Rd. Alachua, Florida 32615
- Cost: Free entry, all are welcome!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
High Springs Museum: Juneteenth
Please join us on Friday, June 19th, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the High Springs African American Museum ...
- 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: High Springs African American Museum and High Springs Historical Society Museum
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
UF IFAS Family Fishing Days - Father’s Day
FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7922 NW 71st Street, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Free and Open to the Public
- Website: ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Newberry Parks & Recreation Open Gym
Join us EVERY Saturday for Open Gym at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex all summer long! Pickleball 8AM to 11:30AM Basketball 12PM ...
- 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Two Sisters Coffee Co: Father’s Day Kid’s Craft
Looking for the perfect, from-the-heart Father’s Day gift? We’ve got you covered—and the best part? It’s completely FREE for the ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 25250 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669-4182
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Lynx Tails Story Time
Join us for our weekly family story time, The Lynx Tails! We'll open our doors a few minutes early and ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: 601 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: thelynxbooks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bass Pro Shops - Gone Fishing Kid Event
Join us for the free kids’ fishing event. Activities will vary by location. Free giveaway. Color your own slip bobber. While ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Bass Pro Shops, 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Family Fun
Shoot GTR Father's Day Shoot
This Father's Day join us at Shoot GTR for a memory filled range day! Father's bring your kids and your ...
- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 1610 NW 65th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Kids shoot free!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dave and Buster's: The Dad Games!
Father’s Day? Challenge accepted. Grab Dad, compete, and win your way to free game play for a YEAR during Dad ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Dave and Buster's - Gainesville 3023 SW 45th St. Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: See website for prices
- Website: daveandbustersdadgames.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bass Pro Shops - Gone Fishing Kid Event
Join us for the free kids’ fishing event. Activities will vary by location. Free giveaway. Color your own slip bobber. While ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Bass Pro Shops, 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: www.basspro.com
- Category: Family Fun
Flip Factory Zone Father's Day
What perfect way for you to spend Father’s Day except at Flip Factory!
- 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: 7400 W. Newberry Rd,. Gainesville FL 32605
- Cost: Buy $20 game card to get an additional $10 game card
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Blackadder Brewing Company Happy Father's Day
Time to show Dad just how much you appreciate him and all those amazing Dad jokes he's been telling you ...
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Blackadder Brewing Company: 618 NW 60th St. Ste A, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: A free beer for dad
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: T-Rex Tea Party
Come put the tea in T-Rex with a very special dinosaur-themed tea party! We’ll have a special storytime, crafts, and ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Storm Ready Story Time and Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Is Your Family Storm Ready? Let’s Learn Together! Preparation starts with the whole family! Bring your kids to your local library ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade
Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot - FREE Day!
Get your toddler excited about exploring the great outdoors! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for a safe and interactive nature ...
- 9:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: UF NATL Natural Park Entrance (see map) Gainesville, FL 32611
- Cost: Members $6 | Non-Members $7 | Under 2 FREE (See description for FREE days!)
- Website: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Summer Fun Days: Super Hero Theme
We are so excited to announce Summer Fun Days! Sponsored by Children's Trust of Alachua County! Each Tuesday over the ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Possum Creek Park, 4009 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Operation Cool Down
Operation Cool Down is Coming to Your Neighborhood! The City of Newberry and our local Fire Department are teaming up ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: See schedule above
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Splitz Bowling Wednesdays & Thursdays
$3.75 Kid Games | $3 Kid Shoes (10 Years and Younger)* *Not Valid on Alachua County School Holidays and Breaks $3 Senior ...
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1301 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
- Cost: See description for details
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Pancakes with a Ranger
Join us for a cozy morning at Ichetucknee Springs State Park with free pancakes, fresh coffee, and orange juice—all lovingly ...
- 9:00 am - 10:15 am
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park Visitor Center 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: No additional fees to participate after park entry
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall Mom Walk
Beat the heat this summer and join The Mom Walk Co for a fun mall walk. Sample some of our ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Chick-fil-A Oaks Mall 6419 W Newberry Rd, Ste G8, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Storytime and Hike with a Ranger
A ranger will read tales about wildlife, mindfulness and environmental stewardship then take everyone on a short walk on our ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 12087 S.W. Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32608
- Cost: Program is free with $6/vehicle park admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Hawthorne’s Homecoming
Family-friendly event! There will be ASO Security enforcement for the safety of everyone. Thursday, June 25 at 2 pm Opening Ceremony Location ...
- 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Hawthorne, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Storm Ready Story Time and Safety Kit Fun for Kids
Is Your Family Storm Ready? Let’s Learn Together! Preparation starts with the whole family! Bring your kids to your local library ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: Multiple Locations (see description for details)
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Playgroup and Parent Connections hosted by UF North Central Early Steps & Healthy Families
We invite you and your little one(s) for a fun-filled time of connection, learning, and play. Connect with other parents ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Tower Road Branch (Children's Space) 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
- Website: attend.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Newberry Parks & Recreation Open Gym
Join us EVERY Saturday for Open Gym at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex all summer long! Pickleball 8AM to 11:30AM Basketball 12PM ...
- 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Location: Easton Newberry Sports Complex, 24880 NW 16th Ave Newberry, Florida 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Multicultural Fair
Food, culture, and community! Bring your family and friends to enjoy a multicultural experience filled with delicious food, music, and ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: IPUL Newberry 24845 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Lynx Tails Story Time
Join us for our weekly family story time, The Lynx Tails! We'll open our doors a few minutes early and ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: 601 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: free
- Website: thelynxbooks.com
- Category: Family Fun
Hawthorne’s Homecoming
Family-friendly event! There will be ASO Security enforcement for the safety of everyone. Thursday, June 25 at 2 pm Opening Ceremony Location ...
- 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Location: see description for exact locations, Hawthorne, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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: Family Fun
Eco-Maker Magic Stand at Albert Ray Massey Park
Join us to make, grow, and explore with fun activities including upcycling bottles into water soakers, adopt-an-herb stations, crafting aromatic ...
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Park 1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605
- Cost: free
- Website: www.instagram.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 12:00 pm
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Gwen’s Cleaning Queens Grand Opening Celebration
We are excited to officially invite our community to our Grand Opening Celebration! Come celebrate with us as we introduce ...
- 1:00 pm
- Location: 14311 Main Street, Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Bragging Rights Arcades Kids Karaoke
Bring your kids every Sunday from 2pm-6pm for Kids Karaoke! Every kid who participates will get one $5 game redemption ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Bragging Rights 113 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Every kid who participates will get one $5 game redemption card.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
1000 Voices of Florida presents A Little Princess
A Little Princess (Musical) by Brian Crawley & Andrew Lippa like you've never seen it before. Get ready for an unforgettable ...
- 3:00 pm
- Location: Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center: 837 SE 7th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: General Admission $15 / VIP Tickets $30
- Website: www.1000voicesofflorida.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
PunkOuter Games Beyblade Play and Trade
Join us for casual Beyblade play and trade starting at 6 pm on Mondays! This is a casual, free-to-play, beginner-friendly event. Players ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 2441 NW 43rd St Suite 27a, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun 4 Gator Kids Summer Fun Days: High Springs Fire Station
Summer Fun Days sponsored by Children's Trust of Alachua County. We are meeting every Tuesday over the summer at a ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Old School Community Center 23760 NW 187th Avenue, High Springs
- Cost: Sign up is full, please contact the email address to get on the waitlist!
- Website: www.signupgenius.com
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunts
Can you find all the iconic dinosaurs and their footprints? Ask at the circulation desk for an identification guide to begin ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Alachua Branch 14913 NW 140 Street Alachua, FL 32615
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
Summer at the Library: Can You Countosaurs? Guessing Jar Event
Guess how many dinosaurs are in the jar for a chance to win a dino-mite prize! This is a passive program. ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Archer Branch,13266 SW State Road 450, Archer, FL 32618
- Cost: free
- Website: www.aclib.us
- Category: Family Fun
America's 250th Birthday Bash at Camp Kulaqua
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at Camp Kulaqua with water park fun, go-karts, wildlife, and more! Join us at Camp Kulaqua as ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Camp Kulaqua 23400 NW 212th Ave, High Springs, FL 32643
- Cost: Early Bird Admission: $35/person. At-the-Door Admission: $45/person. Children 3 and under enter free. Veterans receive free admission with paying family members (valid military ID required).
- Website: americasbirthdaybash.eventbrite.com
- Category: Family Fun
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 - ...
- 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 16994 SW 134 Avenue, Archer, FL
- Cost: free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
