Events

CanceledLiving History Saturday

01 Nov 2025 Morningside farm comes to life with costumed living history guides on the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., September through May.

Morningside Nature Center Living History Farm, 3540 E. University Ave.,  32641

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Tagged as: , Kids & family, Talks & workshops

Eco Rangers

04 Nov 2025 Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us! Rotating weekly lectures, activities, and hikes themed around local flora, fauna, and phenomena encourage hands-on exploration and a lifelong appreciation for nature.

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center, 1500 NW 45th Avenue,  32605

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Tagged as: , Kids & family

Bilingual Story Time at the Park

13 Nov 2025 It's Bilingual Story Time! Interactive fun with stories and songs in English and Spanish. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center, 1500 NW 45th Avenue, Gainesville 32605,  

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SOAR: Science-Oriented Activities and Recreation

13 Nov 2025 SOAR to discover science through this interactive program on the second Thursday of the month during the school year at the Gainesville Housing Authority Maker Space (200 SE 26th Street).

Maker Space, 200 SE 26th Street,  32641

6 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Talks & workshops

44th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show

15 Nov 2025 Visit downtown Gainesville to experience North Florida’s largest free street festival Saturday, Nov. 15, and Sunday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Downtown Gainesville, 111 E. University Ave.,  32601

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Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals, Kids & family, Major events, Music & arts

Farm and Forest Friends

21 Nov 2025 Venture through the woods and onto the farm as we learn and explore! Begin your journey meeting one of our friendly classroom animals, then follow your guide as we learn about the birds, bugs and plants on our way to help the farm animals with their morning feed!

Morningside Nature Center, 3540 E. University Ave.,  32641

6 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Cane Boil & Fiddle Fest

22 Nov 2025 Enjoy traditional games and crafts, food, live old-time and Americana music, and sugar cane syrup production as we transport you back to 1870!

Morningside Nature Center, 3540 E. University Avenue,  32641

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers, Exhibitions & festivals, Kids & family, Music & arts, Youth events

Music and Movement

27 Nov 2025 Come jam out and dance with your little one!

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center, 1500 NW 45th Avenue,  32605

6 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Holiday Lights Celebration

06 Dec 2025 Experience the magic of the season at Gainesville's annual Holiday Lights Celebration! Join us for a festive evening of holiday cheer with dazzling lights, seasonal activities and entertainment for all ages.

Thomas Center, 302 NE Sixth Ave.,  32601

Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals, Kids & family, Major events, Music & arts

Movie Night at Bo Diddley Plaza: Elf

13 Dec 2025 Join us for Movie Night at Bo Diddley Plaza featuring Elf! This event is free and open to the public. Come enjoy a movie under the stars.

Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E. University Ave.,  32601

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Youth events