Gainesville

Free Programs

This page lists free kids programs and classes in the Gainesville, Florida area.
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Alachua County Library 1000 Books Before Kindergarten

The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. This program encourages you to read books – any bo ...

Alachua County Library Battle of the Books

Teens in Alachua County can sign up to join a team and compete in this summer's ultimate literary tr ...

May 23 to June 12, 2026
Alachua County Library District Programs

Check the library’s online calendar for details on special events, kids programs, and story times.   ...

Alachua County Recycles - Outreach and Education Programs

Alachua County Recycles offers FREE programs to community groups that are interested in learning abo ...

Age: All ages
5620 NW 120th Lane, Gainesville, FL, 32653
Alachua County Sheriff's Office - Teen Driver Challenge

The Florida Sheriffs Association Teen Driver Challenge is a free advanced driving class designed to ...

Age: At least 15 years old
3737 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32609
Alachua County Summer BreakSpot Free Meals

We are excited to announce that our FREE summer meals program will be in full swing next week, start ...

June 8-July 24, 2026
Alley Gatorz Kids Bowl Free

Kids bowl free from May through November. Two free games every day! Sign up online.   Alley Gat ...

May-November
Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program

Summer Reading Free Book Giveaway! This summer, kids in grades 1-6 earn a FREE book through the Barn ...

3728 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32608
Chuck E. Cheese Reading Rewards

Keep their bookworm skills strong with this reading rewards chart for kids. The more they read, the ...

3500 SW College Road Ste. 200, Ocala, FL, 34474
Down To Dance Workshops

Down to Dance is a UF student organization that holds free weekly in-person dance workshops for indi ...

Age: All ages
655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, Florida, 32603
Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County Book Club

Join Our Book Club for Ages 0 to 5 Years at Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County and Get One F ...

Age: 0 to 5 Years Old
Fishing for Success Family Fishing Days

Fishing For Success (FFS) is a multifaceted program of the University of Florida that uses fishing a ...

One Saturday a month
7922 NW 71st Street, Gainesville, FL, 32653
Florida 4-H

4-H is an non-formal, practical educational program for youth.  It is the youth development program ...

Daily
Age: 5 yrs - 18 yrs
Florida State Parks Junior Ranger Program

The Florida State Parks Junior Ranger Program provides the opportunity for young people to learn, se ...

Gainesville Thrives Dolly Parton Library

Gainesville Thrives is pleased to announce our affiliation with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library ...

Age: 0-4
Harn Museum Family Art Programs

The Harn Museum at UF is dedicated to promoting the power of the arts to inspire and educate people ...

Age: Tot Time ages 2-5, All Ages for other programs
3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, 32611
JCPenney Kids Zone

Pick up in store! Grab, shop, and go! Free crafts for kids, fast savings for parents. Kids get a fre ...

2nd Saturday of every month
6481 W Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL, 32605
Levy County Public Library System Summer Reading Program

Join us for enchanting programs featuring live music, hands-on activities and unforgettable experien ...

June 1-July 10, 2026
See locations in description
Lowe's Kids Workshops

Attend a monthly Kids' Workshop with your mini-DIYer (while supplies last). Register your mini-DIYer ...

Once a month
all locations
Morningside Nature Center Programs

*The Wild Spaces & Public Places Department and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Aff ...

September - May
3540 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32641
New Worlds Reading

Help your child develop their reading skills with free books and reading activities from Florida's N ...

Age: VPK-5
Panda Express Cub Club Reading Challenge

Inspire and excite reading among students by partnering with Panda to reward them for their achievem ...

Second Lady Summer Reading Challenge

Every book you open is an adventure – whether you are exploring new places, meeting new characters, ...

UF Engineering GatorTrax

GatorTRAX is a free K-12 math and engineering outreach program that is run through the combined effo ...

Spring and Fall, Select Saturdays
Age: K-12