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29April

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Monday Morning Tours

Come and see the Cheetah Babies at Carson Springs. Check out our availability and book online! Experience a Zoologist guided tour ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help

In-person tutoring and homework help. Drop in for homework help with our volunteer tutors. Elementary, Middle, and High school students welcome. ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Alachua County Sports and Events Center Basketball Open Gym Calendar

We have some good news! Our Open Gym sessions are BACK for Basketball, Pickleball, and Volleyball! Here is the schedule ...

Florida Gators Spring Softball Pitching and Hitting Clinics

The Florida Gators Softball program will be offering Spring 2024 Pitching and Hitting Clinics at Katie Seashole Pressly Softball Stadium. ...

High Springs Brewing Company Monday Movie Night

Join us on Monday Nights for Monday Movie Night under the stars happening weekly!

30April

Florida Museum of Natural History Tot Trot- Free Day!

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

Smart Start at Zion: Music and Movement

We’ll be coming back to enjoy a fun ocean themed Spring Session: Songs from the Seashore! I’m writing some fun ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Newberry Branch

Join us every Tuesday and bring your rhythm! Kids sing and dance while learning early language skills. This program uses singing, ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Millhopper Branch

It's Storytime! Interactive fun with books, stories, songs and other activities. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Headquarters Branch

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers. Babies will ...

Alachua County Library Alachua Branch: Homework Help

In-person tutoring and homework help. Drop in for homework help with our volunteer tutors. Elementary, Middle, and High school students welcome. ...

Alachua County Library Hawthorne Branch: Hawthorne Hub

Hawthorne’s activity central every Tuesday after school 3 and 4 pm: Impossible to be late! Join us for arts/crafts, board & ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: El Dia de Los Ninos/El Dia de Los Libros (Dia)

We will be celebrating Children’s Day/Book Day or Día! Come join us in celebrating by playing a variety of fun ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters Library (Storywoods Room) 401 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: attend.aclib.us
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Mossman Hall Every Tuesday Market

Join the Melrose community for a farmers market at Mossman Hall each Tuesday afternoon! Fruits and veggies, Meat and eggs, Baked ...

UF Baseball vs. Florida Atlantic

UF Baseball vs. Florida Atlantic

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Gators Dockside Kids Night

Kids eat free per paying adult from 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm every Tuesday!

Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball Clinic

Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...

Education Equalizer Foundation: ACT/SAT Virtual Cram Session

The Education Equalizer Foundation can prepare you to take the ACT/SAT. It is a 3-hour intense session with interactive activities and ...

01May

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks

Discover the rich diversity of birds at one of north central Florida’s premier birding hotspots during a 2-3-hour guided walking ...

  • 8:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park, 325 SW Williston Road, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: Free with park admission ($5/vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, vans and bikes).
  • Website: alachuaaudubon.org
  • Category: Tours/Informational

La Leche League Breastfeeding In Person Meeting

Join us for breastfeeding support, friendship, and community building! First Wednesday of every month from 9:30 am at One Love Cafe If ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Starting January 10 we've added an additional Stay and Play class. Now you and your kiddo can come play Wednesdays, ...

O2BKids Homeschool Wednesday Program

Homeschool Wednesdays are back! The homeschool program is FREE to O2B Kids Family Members. They will enjoy meet-ups with other members ...

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - Millhopper Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music at our Music and Movement program. This program will be held from ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch: Preschool Story Time

Read, laugh, and sing with us on the red carpet. Librarians and library staff will read tales and lead activities perfect ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - High Springs Branch

Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing with us at our weekly story times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Join us ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Archer Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us! Stories and music for children and their caregivers, plus you'll learn a sign or ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Sensory and Art Workshops

Sensory and art workshops for ages 5 & under! Every Wednesday and Friday from 10:30 am-11:30 am.

Alachua County Library High Springs Branch: Crafternooners Knitting and Crocheting

Learn to knit and/or crochet with the Crafternooners. If you already know the craft, you are welcome to join and ...

Alachua County Library MakerSpace - Tower Road Branch

Please join us for an activity or craft appropriate for school-age children.

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at Alachua Branch

Our therapy dogs love to hear a good story! Children will have fun reading to a dog and will feel more ...

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch- Kid Gaming

Come play Nintendo Switch games with us!

Alachua County Library: LegoSpace at Headquarters Branch

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Barnyard Buddies at Morningside Nature Center

Every Wednesday, September–May, at 3 pm at the Living History Farm Morningside Nature Center has a farm, ee—i—ee—i—oh! On this farm, ...

Alachua County Library Drawing Club: Newberry Branch

Come hang out and draw with new friends. Get sketchy and practice your drawing skills at the Newberry Branch Library.

Alachua County Library: Read with a Dog at High Springs Branch

Therapy dogs love to be read to, so bring in your favorite book to read or choose one of ours. Children ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Green Ball Clinic

This is the third stage of our youth tennis program. Ages include 12 and under. This stage is played on ...

Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts

Junior Elite Soccer Academy is excited to announce its 2024/25 Competitive Soccer Tryouts on May 1-9 at Forest Park Gainesville ...

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

Gainesville Soccer Alliance (GSA) Competitive Team Tryouts

Registration is now OPEN! Every year, hundreds of the most promising youth soccer players in the area are chosen to ...

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents 9 to 5: the Musical

Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Advanced Sales $15, Students/Seniors $10 | At door $17, Students/Seniors $12
  • Website: www.buchholzdrama.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts
02May

Give Back Thursday Invasive Plant Removal

We're back for another invasive plant volunteer day! Loblolly Woods Nature Park needs our help pulling Coral Ardisia. Volunteers of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Loblolly Woods Nature Park 3315 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup at Fire Station #1

Join Fun 4 Gator Kids Playgroup for a tour of Fire Station #1. Get your camera ready! Lots of photos ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Fire Station #1 525 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: FREE playgroup, but space is limited. Please sign up to attend.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks- Thursdays

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

Alachua County Library Music and Movement - High Springs Branch

Toddlers and preschool age children will enjoy music, dance, and play while bonding with their caregivers. Music plays an essential role ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Tower Road Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us at the Tower Road Branch Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at story ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Alachua Branch

Join us at the Alachua Branch for Story Time! Story Time is back at the Alachua Branch every Thursday! Children and ...

Alachua County Library Story Time - Newberry Branch

Caregivers, bring your young children every Thursday to hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, and have fun.

Alachua County Library: Baby Time at Millhopper Branch

Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces and more! Geared for babies and their caregivers.

Alachua County Library: Music and Movement at Headquarters Branch

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program. Sing songs, dance and move, and play ...

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Hawthorne Branch

Join us for fun and interaction with art, music, stories, and more!

Alachua County Library: Story Time at Library Partnership Branch

Read, laugh, and sing with us for 30 minutes of fun! Children and caregivers can read, laugh, and sing at ...

Alachua County Library: Preschool Story Time at Micanopy Branch

It's Story Time! Bring your little ones and join us for stories, songs, and a craft as we introduce literacy ...

Premier Moms Information Session

Information session open to all moms! Lunch will be provided. We are interested in working moms, moms in school, moms ...

Cade Museum SparkSeekers: Homeschool Adventures

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

Alachua County Library Millhopper Branch: Read with a Dog

Join us in the children's area for Read with a Dog! Therapy dogs love to hear a good story. Children will ...

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

Arts and crafts for ages 5 and up in our unique Waldo Artspace.

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Library Kid Time

Join us for games, arts and crafts projects, and MakerSpace explorations. Children are welcome to hang out, play games, create arts ...

Alachua County Library Family Game Time- High Springs Branch

Bring the whole family for board games, card games, and fun! Engage in friendly competition and even cooperative gameplay. There ...

Corks and Colors Clay Day: Pottery Wheel

Classes at 4, 5, 6, & 7 pm! Only 2 people in each class. You must register and pay online to ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Orange Ball Clinic

This is the second stage of our youth tennis program. Ages typically include 10 and under, but youths of older ...

Harn Museum Art After Dark-Story of the Sky

The Center for Arts, Migration and Entrepreneurship presents Art After Dark: Eyes to the Sky at the Harn Museum Thursday ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Junior Elite Soccer Academy Competitive Soccer Tryouts

Junior Elite Soccer Academy is excited to announce its 2024/25 Competitive Soccer Tryouts on May 1-9 at Forest Park Gainesville ...

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts

May 2, 7, 9, 2024 from 5 pm-7 pm | Girls Only May 4, 2024 from 10 am-12 pm Boys and ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Junior Development (JD) Yellow Ball Clinic

Advanced beginner to intermediate level Jr. player. Players will be grouped together based on skill level. Players will develop basic ...

Alachua Raiders Free Football Conditioning

FREE football conditioning! Alachua Raiders. Workouts on Thursdays at Hal Brady Recreation Complex J.D. Malphurs Football Field from 5:30 pm-6:30 ...

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

Gainesville Soccer Alliance (GSA) Competitive Team Tryouts

Registration is now OPEN! Every year, hundreds of the most promising youth soccer players in the area are chosen to ...

Alachua County Public Schools: Parent Academy Webinars

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

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents 9 to 5: the Musical

Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Advanced Sales $15, Students/Seniors $10 | At door $17, Students/Seniors $12
  • Website: www.buchholzdrama.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

P.K. Yonge Performing Arts Proudly Presents Into the Woods

P.K. Yonge proudly presents Into the Woods! James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together ...

UF Baseball vs. University of Tennessee

UF Baseball vs. University of Tennessee

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events
03May

5th Avenue Arts Festival

The Annual Fifth Avenue Arts Festival began in the summer of 1979 when group University of Florida students and community ...

Bartram Days at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Although the scenery may have changed dramatically in the nearly 250 years since his first visit to Florida, the path ...

P.K. Yonge First Friday Tour

Are you interested in touring P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School? P.K. Yonge is the K-12 school that is part of ...

Sun Country Stay and Play

Every Friday morning you can end your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun ...

Gainesville Baptist Church Friendship Fridays for Homeschoolers - Water Day

Join us for our last Friendship Friday of this school year...Water Day! Snacks & Activities Provided. Friendship Friday Activities are ...

Harn Museum Tot Time

Explore color, shape, pattern and other “tot interests” during this free program for children ages 2 – 5 and their ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

Alachua County Library Homeschool Creators - High Springs Branch

Art and science explorations will be offered for homeschool children and teens on the first Friday of the month. These activities ...

Dirty Bird Art Co Sensory and Art Workshops

Sensory and art workshops for ages 5 & under! Every Wednesday and Friday from 10:30 am-11:30 am.

Frogs and Friends Friday at Morningside Nature Center

FREE. Every 1st Friday of the Month at 2 pm at Morningside Nature Center’s picnic pavilion (Screened pavilion located at ...

Alachua Conservation Trust Weekly Walk and Talks

Join ACT weekly for a walk and talk every Friday from 3 pm-4 pm at one of ACT Preserves. You ...

Alachua County Library: Kids Crafts at Cone Park Branch

Come join us as we explore the fun of arts and crafts! In this program we'll utilize makerspace and Creativebug to ...

Momentum Dance Arts Free Dance Classes

We are excited to announce MOMENTUM FOR THE ARTS 501(c)3 to our community! Sign up today for FREE dance classes ...

Mossman Hall First Friday Art Walk

The Mossman Home Preservation Foundation presents the First Friday Art Walk featuring The Florida Highwaymen: R.L. Lewis and Curtis Arnette. ...

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 ...

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

Archer Church of the Nazarene Fun Friday Nights

Archer Church of the Nazarene is resuming our original Fun Friday Nights. Nothing but Fun. Foosball, air hockey, hotshot basketball, ...

Friday Street Legal Madness

For street legal portion of the night any Licensed Driver (must show license to pass tech) those under 18 but ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Gainesville Raceway 11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: Spectators (13yrs & up): $15 | Children (12 & under): Free
  • Website: gainesvilleraceway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

UF Baseball vs. University of Tennessee

UF Baseball vs. University of Tennessee

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents 9 to 5: the Musical

Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Advanced Sales $15, Students/Seniors $10 | At door $17, Students/Seniors $12
  • Website: www.buchholzdrama.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

City of Gainesville Free Fridays Concert Series

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series returns on April 5, and features local and regional musical talent ...

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Show: Florida Skies (Spring)

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

Momentum Team Cheer: Competitive Cheer Parent Interest Meeting

Competitive Cheer Parent Interest Meeting May 3rd in Alachua, 7 pm 2024 Competitive Cheer Team Tryouts (Ages 4+) ​​June 1-2nd (Must attend both ...

P.K. Yonge Performing Arts Proudly Presents Into the Woods

P.K. Yonge proudly presents Into the Woods! James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together ...

UF Softball vs. Texas A&M University

UF Softball vs Texas A&M University

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Teen Midnight Basketball

The Teen Midnight Basketball 3-on-3 program offers monthly athletic opportunities for youth during late night, weekend hours when they might ...

04May

5th Avenue Arts Festival

The Annual Fifth Avenue Arts Festival began in the summer of 1979 when group University of Florida students and community ...

Depot Park May the 4th parkrun, Star Wars Edition

May the 4th Parkrun: Star Wars Edition! Calling all Jedi, Sith, Wookiees, and droids! Join us for a galactic gathering ...

Depot Park parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! ...

Run with Purpose 5K

Sign up to participate in the Inaugural 5K Run for Traumatic Injury Awareness presented by ProjectOne45. This event is hosted by ...

City of Alachua Great American Cleanup

Join us on Saturday, May 4, 2024, starting at 8:30 a.m. for the City of Alachua's annual Great American Cleanup ...

  • 8:30 am 
  • Location: City of Alachua City Hall 15100 NW 142 Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Newberry Watermelon Pageant

Age Divisions 0-4 Year old queen & king 5-13 Year old queen 13-15 Year old queen Ms. Teen Queen (16-18) (Age categories vary depending on ...

  • 8:30 am 
  • Location: Oak View Middle School 1203 SW 250th St, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Admission is $1.00 at the door and under 5 FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Pageants/Competitions

Oak Hall Saturday Tours

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

Aikido for Kids and Teens - FREE

Join us at Aikido of Gainesville, Inc. on Saturday for free Kids and Teens Aikido! Whats the catch? None, it's ...

Bartram Days at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Although the scenery may have changed dramatically in the nearly 250 years since his first visit to Florida, the path ...

Gainesville Cars & Coffee at Tioga

Join us and Gainesville Cars & Coffee on Saturday, May 4th from 9-11 am for our next meetup! This family-friendly ...

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Blooming Picture Frame for Mom

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

Island Grove Blueberry Festival

Annual fundraising Blueberry Festival in Island Grove, FL. All funds raised will contribute directly to the maintenance and improvement of ...

Living History Saturday at Morningside Nature Center

First Saturday of the month September–May, from 9 am–4:30 pm at the Living History Farm. C’mon home to the Living ...

MGV Plant Sale Alachua County

The Master Gardener Plant Sale will have a variety of herbs, annuals, perennials, natives, trees and more will be available ...

Service Academy Day

If you know a high school junior or senior interested in attending one of our nation's military academies, this event ...

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Spring Festival

Join us for the ninth annual Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens Spring Festival on May 4th and 5th, 2024! Explore ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $5 | Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gainesville Circus Center Toddler Time

Bounce, swing, climb and play with your mini-me at this semi-structured parent-child class. We have hula hoops, bouncy balls, tumble ...

Alachua County Library: Family MakerSpace Day at Micanopy Branch

This family MakerSpace is open all day from 10 am - 4 pm. Bring the whole family or just come ...

Carson Springs Wildlife Walk or Ride Saturday Morning Tours

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

City of Gainesville Summer Kickoff

Are you a parent looking for summer activities for your kids? Come learn about the many youth summer programs and ...

Free Comic Book Day at Alachua County Library

Come celebrate Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) at the Millhopper Branch on May 4, 2024. Feel free to come dressed ...

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour

We have a guided tour the first Saturday of every month at 10 am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Leg-A-Z International Soccer Tryouts- Girls Only

Girls Only May 4, 2024 from 10 am-12 pm Free and open to all ages!

Luther Springs' Living Lab Open House

Luther Springs' Living Lab is your natural location for environmental education! We invite you and your family to our Living ...

Perkins Home Exhibit at Dudley Farm Historic State Park

Join us as we recognize the Perkins Home being brought onto Dudley Farm as the first step in creating a ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Dudley Farm Historic State Park 18730 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Cost: Park admission is $5.00 per vehicle, up to 8 occupants per vehicle.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Tours/Informational

Regal Saturday Morning Kids Flicks

Regal is making it easier than ever to plan a fun Saturday morning with your kids. On Saturdays, we’re showing ...

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

The Oz Escape: An Interactive Gainesville Experience

A fun new outdoor event for people of all ages is coming to town! The streets of your city will ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Location to be sent via email before the event, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: 1 team ticket admits 2-6 adults, kids go for free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Two Old Goats Farm and Playtime Open Day

Our next Farm Day to May 4th from 10 am-2 pm! Petting zoo, pony rides, games, farm tour and hay ...

Cade Museum Little Sparks - Saturdays

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

Alachua County Library Cone Park Branch Story Time

Come join us for fun, interactive activities meant to reinforce early literacy skills! Perfect for toddlers and preschool aged children.

Alachua County Library Waldo Branch: Story Time

Read, sing, and play for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.

Kiwanis Kids and Family Mini Golf Tournament

Serving the Children of the World. Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe. Tournament starts at 10:30 am Prizes for 1st, 2nd ...

Play Tennis Gainesville Red Ball Clinic

The first stage of our youth tennis program is Red Ball. Ages include 8 and under. In this stage, participants ...

Alachua County Library My Shadow and Me - Waldo Branch

Arts and crafts for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.

Denmark Acres Spring Festival

Spring festival at Denmark Acres! Petting Zoo, Sunflowers, Vendors, Games, Food Trucks, Music and More! Saturday, April 27 & Sunday, April ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Denmark Acres 823 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
  • Cost: $12.95 + Tax (Ages 13 and up), $10.95 + Tax (Ages 3-12), 2 And Under FREE
  • Website: denmarkacres.com
  • Category: Family Fun

FREE College Readiness Workshops

Attention Gainesville Students! Are you ready to take charge of your future? Join us for FREE College Readiness Workshops hosted by ...

Matheson History Museum Floridiana Show

The Floridiana Show is back! Come to the Matheson to buy your own piece of Florida kitsch and vintage Florida. ...

Mill Creek Farm Retirement Home for Horses

Bring a bag (or bags) of carrots to feed the horses on Saturdays! The Retirement Home for Horses provides lifetime ...

Skate Station Funworks Roller Skating Lessons

You are never too young or old to Learn to Skate! Skate Station Funworks offers a skating lesson program on ...

Cade Museum Maker Workshops Series

Embark on a journey of innovation and exploration with our Maker Workshops at the Creation Station. Each week brings a ...

Latina Women’s League Bilingual Children's Storytelling

Did you know that children have the ability to learn another language at a young age? Latina Women’s League offers ...

Sun Country Sports Center Splash Jam

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

2nd & Charles: May the Fourth Cosplay Contest

Come in your best Star Wars cosplay! Winner will receive a $20 2NC gift card!

Melrose May Faire and Music Festival

Music Festival, May Pole Dancing, Car Show, Vendors, Food Trucks, Petting Zoo and Kid’s Activities!

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Heritage Park and Mossman Hall 301 FL-26, Melrose, FL 32666
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

NCAA Women's Tennis Tournament

Florida will welcome Stetson University, Florida International University and the University of Miami to Gainesville this weekend. The Gators are ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Alfred A Ring Tennis Complex at UF, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: An all-session pass is $10- and single-day tickets will be $7 each. Tickets for all students and UAA staff members will be free of charge.
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Skate Station Funworks Summer Camp Bash

Come sign-up for Funworks Summer Action Camp during a Summer Camp Bash event and receive 10% off paid in full ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Sign up for camp and skate for free *Free skating for children registered for camp, rental skates included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The AUK Mother's Day Market

It’s a springtime hot spot! Specialty goods and gifts on display by talented local vendors + makers at our open-air ...

Sun Country Sports Center Ninja Jam

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

Sun Country Sports Center Gym Jam

Gym Jam and Gym Jam Jr. are perfect gymnastic options for your child if you don’t want to commit to ...

Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch May the 4th Be With You: Crafts and Activities Inspired by Star Wars

Join us for Star Wars-themed crafts and activities. May the 4th Be With You! Join us for crafts and activities inspired ...

P.K. Yonge Performing Arts Proudly Presents Into the Woods

P.K. Yonge proudly presents Into the Woods! James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together ...

Skate Station Funworks May the 4th Be With You

May the 4th Be With You

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate Station Funworks 1311 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL32606
  • Cost: Admission starts at $13.95
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alachua County Library Artspace - Waldo Branch

Join us in our unique Waldo ArtSpace for arts and crafts for ages 5 and up.

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents 9 to 5: the Musical

Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Advanced Sales $15, Students/Seniors $10 | At door $17, Students/Seniors $12
  • Website: www.buchholzdrama.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Pinspiration Gainesville Pop Art Paint Your Pet Workshop/Fundraiser for House of the Happy Cats and Dogs

Immortalize your pet in a super cute and easy-to-do pet portrait in a pop art style. We will be using ...

Trenton High School Theatre and Drama Club presents The Spongebob Musical

The Trenton High School Theatre and Drama Club presents "The Spongebob Musical". Show dates are May 4th at 2 pm ...

UF Softball vs. Texas A&M University

UF Softball vs Texas A&M University

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Sun Country Stay and Play

End your week by enjoying free play with your child in a safe and fun environment. Stay and Play is ...

Barnes and Noble Star Wars Day- Free LEGO Build Event

Join us at Barnes and Noble for a special LEGO building event featuring an X-Wing and Star Wars themed activity ...

Celestial Cadences - Magic of Bronze Handbell Ensemble

May The 4th Be With You! First United Methodist Church of Gainesville presents Magic of Bronze (a central Florida community ...

M2 Battle Sports Newberry Open Play Saturdays

Open Play at 4:45 pm and 7:45 pm. M2 Battlesports Newberry is located at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex and offers ...

Gainesville Frisbee

Interested in tossing the frisbee or playing a super low-key game of Ultimate Frisbee? Join us at The One Love ...

City of Gainesville presents: Star Wars Day

City of Gainesville presents: Star Wars Day May The Fourth Be With You Featuring live performances, kids' dance party, costume contest, and ...

UF Baseball vs. University of Tennessee

UF Baseball vs. University of Tennessee

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Condron Family Ballpark, University of Florida, 2800 Citrus Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents 9 to 5: the Musical

Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Advanced Sales $15, Students/Seniors $10 | At door $17, Students/Seniors $12
  • Website: www.buchholzdrama.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

P.K. Yonge Performing Arts Proudly Presents Into the Woods

P.K. Yonge proudly presents Into the Woods! James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together ...

May the Fourth Be With You Tioga Movie Night: Star Wars The Force Awakens

May the Force be with you! Join us on Saturday, May 4th at 7:30 pm for a very special Tioga ...

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5th Avenue Arts Festival

The Annual Fifth Avenue Arts Festival began in the summer of 1979 when group University of Florida students and community ...

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Spring Festival

Join us for the ninth annual Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens Spring Festival on May 4th and 5th, 2024! Explore ...

  • 9:30 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $5 | Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Visit

You'll be joining us at Rooterville Animal Sanctuary for a fun-filled day getting to know our adorable farm animals! From ...

The Curlings Group, Real Broker LLC Blooms and Berries Bash

Attention all Moms, Past Clients, Family and Friends, we cordially invite you to our Blooms & Berries Bash, hosted at ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms (formerly Red White and Blues Farm) 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Denmark Acres Spring Festival

Spring festival at Denmark Acres! Petting Zoo, Sunflowers, Vendors, Games, Food Trucks, Music and More! Saturday, April 27 & Sunday, April ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Denmark Acres 823 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL 32024
  • Cost: $12.95 + Tax (Ages 13 and up), $10.95 + Tax (Ages 3-12), 2 And Under FREE
  • Website: denmarkacres.com
  • Category: Family Fun

One Love Cafe Rock Painting

Spring is almost here and it's beautiful to do some art outside! Bring your family and have a great time ...

Alachua County Library Baby Time - Tower Road Branch

Come sing and learn with your littlest littles. Please come sing, move, and learn with your little ones. This program is ...

Gainesville Oddities Market! A Day of the Dead Festival!

Come out and join us for another amazing Oddities Market! This month we celebrate Cinco De Mayo with a Day ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Historic Haile Homestead Tour

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

May Farmers Moo-ket

Join us for our final Farmers Moo-ket of the season! Come meet the critters of Critter Creek, enjoy delicious plant-based ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary 12626 NW Co Rd 231 Gainesville, FL 32609
  • Cost: $5 suggested donation per person upon entry to the moo-ket.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Corks and Colors: All Ages Sloth

Perfect for kids (ages 5+) or adults with any level of experience! Arrive at 12:15 to choose your seat and ...

Alachua County Library: Marvelous Makers Craft Club at Alachua Branch

Have a crafting hobby that you enjoy? Come hang out with us while you work on a project! If you enjoy ...

The Hatchetbury Family Day

50% off for entire family with at least one thrower, age 17 or less. Use code: FAM50 at checkout If you’re ...

  • 1:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: The Hatchetbury Axe Throwing Bar: 213 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: 50% off for entire family with at least one thrower, age 17 or less. Use code: FAM50 at checkout
  • Website: thehatchetbury.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Sweetwater Wetlands Park Ranger Led Hikes

Join a ranger on a walking tour of the wetlands! Tour begins at the boardwalk pavilion on Cell 1. Visitors ...

Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents 9 to 5: the Musical

Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Advanced Sales $15, Students/Seniors $10 | At door $17, Students/Seniors $12
  • Website: www.buchholzdrama.com
  • Category: Shows, Movies & Concerts

Flip Factory Cinco De Mayo Fiesta

We will be here from 2 pm-8 pm. Come have a jump fiesta with us!

  • 2:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7400 W. Newberry Rd,. Gainesville FL 32605
  • Cost: Pay $24 and enjoy the best we have to offer. Mention the code “CINCO” and get 15% off.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Michaels Sunday Makebreak: Yayoi Kusama Inspired Painting

Join us in-store to create a painting inspired by Japanese contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama, celebrating AAPI Month! All you need ...

NCAA Women's Tennis Tournament

Florida will welcome Stetson University, Florida International University and the University of Miami to Gainesville this weekend. The Gators are ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Alfred A Ring Tennis Complex at UF, Gainesville FL
  • Cost: An all-session pass is $10- and single-day tickets will be $7 each. Tickets for all students and UAA staff members will be free of charge.
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

UF Softball vs. Texas A&M University

UF Softball vs Texas A&M University

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium 2880 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: floridagators.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

PunkOuter Games Pokemon Play & Trade

Join us new players and casual players for some easy to dive into Pokemon game play. All ages welcome!

Annasemble Orchestra Spring Concert-Belonging

The Annasemble Community Orchestra this year will focus on music that celebrates the identities of the peoples in the nation ...

Painted Planet Mother’s Day Painted Party

Painted Planet Mother’s Day Painted Party. Adult Class.

Archer First UMC WIC Cooking Class

Master WIC shopping with practical cooking! Attend our classes at Archer First UMC every 1st and 3rd Sunday, 4 pm. ...

Fathom's Big Screen Classics: Steel Magnolias 35th Anniversary

Six icons of the silver screen – Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Daryl Hannah, Olympia Dukakis and Julia Roberts ...

Studio TM Mother's Day Planter Decorating

Celebrate all the moms, mothers, mamas, whether they are biological, adopted, or made-into-family-moms’ in your life with clay! This Mother’s ...

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