Partnership Programs
with Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs
The work we do at Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs is supported by incredible partnerships that bring fresh ideas and innovative experiences—helping our guests feel welcome and have fun! Discover how these collaborations are shaping your parks and programs. Visit our partners online to learn more!
1000 Voices of Florida
Creative arts opportunities for all ages. Indulge in arts and crafts, piano, voice, choral singing and senior dance.
Days/Times: Varies
Ages: All ages
Location: T.B. McPherson Park (1717 SE 15th St.)
Fee(s): Free
Online: 1000VoicesofFlorida.com
Alachua Audubon Society
We installed nesting boxes in Sweetwater Wetlands Park to help the local colony of purple martins thrive. Join our Wednesday bird walks at the park to learn more - perfect for birders of all levels.
Days/Times: Wednesdays September-May
Ages: All ages
Location: Sweetwater Wetlands Park (325 SW Williston Rd.)
Fee(s): $5 per vehicle, $2 per pedestrian (entrance fee for park)
Online: AlachuaAudubon.org
Dance Alive National Ballet
Let’s Dance is designed specifically for students with any special needs or of any ability. It emphasizes having fun, while developing gross- and fine-motors skills, social skills, artistic skills, strength and flexibility.
Days/Times: Varies
Ages: K-12
Location: Oakview Community Center (810 NW Eighth Ave.)
Fee(s): Free
Online: DanceAlive.org
Depot Park parkrun
Walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate - it is up to you! Join our free, weekly and timed 5k, a fun and friendly community event. All fitness levels and abilities are welcome.
Days/Times: Saturdays at 7:30 a.m.
Ages: All ages
Location: Depot Park (874 SE Fourth St.)
Fee(s): Free
Online: parkrun.us/DepotPark
Dolphin Flag Football
Our no-contact rule and team-oriented environment makes it easy for kids of all abilities and experience levels to come together, learn football fundamentals and, most importantly, have fun.
Days/Times: March-June
Ages: 4-14
Location: Fred Cone Park (2801 E. University Ave.)
Fee(s): Varies
Online: DolphinsFFL.com
Gainesville Chain Hawks
We host weekly disc golf league events, keep things fresh with monthly basket changes and improve the course through volunteer stewardship at Florida’s oldest disc golf course!
Days/Times: Weekly league events
Ages: All ages
Location: Northside Park (5701 34th Blvd.)
Fee(s): Varies
Online: facebook.com/groups/GainesvilleChainHawks
Gainesville Youth Baseball
Striving to develop and strengthen the virtues of respect, sportsmanship, teamwork and work ethic, while keeping baseball and softball fun for children and their families.
Days/Times: March-June
Ages: 5-15
Location:
Albert “Ray” Massey Park (1001 NW 34th St.)
Tom Petty Park (400 NE 16th Ave.)
Greentree Park (3700 NW 19th St.)
Fee(s): $90-$175
Online: GainesvilleYouthSports.com
Gator Junior Golf
Enhancing the lives of youth by providing educational programs that build character, promote team-building and establish mentorship through the game of golf.
Days/Times: Varies
Ages: 4-17
Location: Ironwood Golf Course (2100 NE 39th Ave.)
Fee(s): Varies $15 -$300
Financial assistance may be made available on a case-by-case basis.
Online: GatorJuniorGolf.org
Greater Duval Neighborhood Association Summer Sling
Six-week summer program that helps students develop a plan for after high school while building leadership skills among their peers.
Days/Times: Varies
Ages: Grades 7-12
Location: Clarence R. Kelly Community Center (1701 NE Eighth Ave.)
Fee(s): $300 per week. Scholarships are available for eligible qualified participants.
Online: OutEastYouth.com/Summer-Sling
Peak Pulse Running Club
Run, walk or crawl - all paces are welcome. Enjoy an out and back run starting at Depot Park. Just show up and have fun!
Days/Times: Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.
Ages: All ages
Location: Depot Park (874 SE Fourth St.)
Fee(s): Free
Online: instagram.com/PeakPulseGville
SPARC352 Artist-in-Residence
Artists gain technical and creative skills to turn their passion into profit with the artist-in-residence program.
Days/Times: Varies
Ages: 18+
Location: Oakview Community Center (810 NW Eighth Ave.)
Fee(s): Free
Online: SPARC352.org
UF Saving Smiles
Giving children the resources to maintain healthy smiles throughout life.
Days/Times: Varies
Ages: 17 and under
Location: T.B. McPherson Park (1717 SE 15th St.)
Fee(s): Free
Online: dental.ufl.edu/saving-smiles-program
USTA Florida
Programs, classes and events for tennis players of all ages and skill levels. Online reservations are open to the public and available across 20 courts at four local parks, including no cost use at most locations.
Days/Times: 7 days a week
Ages: All ages
Location: Albert “Ray” Massey Park (1001 NW 34th St.)
Northside Park (5701 NW 34th Blvd.) *
Tom Petty Park (400 NE 16th Ave.) *
T.B. McPherson Park (1717 SE 15th St.) *
Fee(s): Varies
*No cost reservations available at these courts.
Online: PlayTennisGainesville.com