Free Timed 5K with parkrun at Depot Park

Depot Park 200 SE Depot Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

This free, weekly, timed 5K at Depot Park is entirely run by volunteers. Register with parkrun ahead of time.

Free

Alachua County Farmers Market

Alachua County Farmers Market 5920 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM) is the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce. Shoppers have the opportunity to meet the growers, ask about the varieties available, and get tips on...

Haile Farmers Market

Haile Village Center 9116 SW 51st Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Gainesville Cars and Coffee at Tioga Town Center

Tioga Town Center 133 SW 130th Way, Newberry, FL, United States

Get an up-close view of cars at Gainesville Cars and Coffee. The family-friendly gathering is open to all automotive enthusiasts and is free to attend.

Family Discovery Camp: Mushrooms and Fungi at UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory

UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Natural Area Dr., Gainesville, United States

Take a closer look into the wild world of fungi with Matt Smith, curator of the University of Florida’s Fungal Collection. From glowing mushrooms to underground networks, discover how fungi are vital to life on Earth. The Florida Museum hosts two-hour weekend Family Discovery Camps this summer. Explore the natural...

Fire Rescue Cadets Compete at the 2025 Summer Gator Fire Games

Alachua County Sports and Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Watch future first responders in action as they compete in challenges modeled after real life situations. Fire rescue cadets and explorers compete for trophies and most importantly, bragging rights in rescue drills, bucket brigades, firefighter relays and more. Admission is free for spectators.

Family and Friends Try Archery Class at Easton Newberry Archery Center

Easton Newberry Archery Center 24880 NW 16th Ave., Newberry, United States

Interested in trying archery? Join a special discounted group event and experience a beginner archery class everyone can enjoy! Ages 8 and up, all equipment provided. $15 per person. Space is limited, all participants must preregister on the event website for a guaranteed spot.

$15

Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Kanapaha offers a guided tour of the Gardens the first Saturday of every month, starting at 10:00am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Maker Workshops

Maker Workshops at the Cade Museum

The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 811 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Engage in hands-on maker sessions to build and create using a variety of materials, electronics, and coding platforms. Each week has a different theme and provides an opportunity to take part in STEAM-activities like 3D modeling, basic coding, and more! These workshops are designed for people age 9 and up....

Silver Metal Clay Jewelry Making Workshop at Art Alley

Art Alley Studio 717 NW 1st Street, Gainesville, United States

In this afternoon workshop, make a small piece of jewelry, a pendant, using embossing texture and clay forming techniques. The class will fire the piece with a torch and it will be ready to take home after class. Learn all the techniques necessary to complete this project, tools and silver...

$125

Swamp Boogie at First Magnitude

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St.,, Gainesville,, FL, United States

Get ready to get swampy as First Magnitude Brewing Co. and Florida Springs Council team up for the swampiest bash of the summer! Hang out at the brewery and help raise funds for springs protection. Enjoy live music from DJ AYO PAPO, Noah Moses and the Flood, American Dream Survivors...

Free

Folk Music with Grant Peeples and Passerine at Heartwood Soundstage

Heartwood Soundstage 619 Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

A self-described “tree-hugger that watches NASCAR,” Grant Peeples is known for his axe-sharp socio-political tunes, raucous humor and heart-gigging ballads. He is the recipient of the Focus Foundation Award for Creative Excellence, which cited the “humor, compassion and wisdom of his songs,” and their “unflinching social insight and cultural acuity.”...

Perspectives in the Parks: Coastal Resilience at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park 1500 NW 45th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

How coastal communities are using nature-based solutions for flooding and erosion. This talk is presented by Haley Cox, the Coastal Resilience Program Coordinator for Florida Sea Grant. Join the City of Gainesville at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center on the first Sunday of each month for Perspectives in the Park,...

Free

Roots, Rock, Reggae: Jamaican Independence Day Celebration at Blackadder Brewing Company

Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th St Ste A, Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate Jamaican Independence Day with Caribbean flavors, craft brews, live music and cultural fun at Blackadder Brewing. Enjoy jerk chicken from Caribbean Spice, cool treats from Rastafar Ice, Red Stripe and Royal Jamaican Ginger Beer plus reggae beats by Easy Crew 352. Browse local vendors, tie-dye your own shirt and...

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St.,, Gainesville,, FL, United States

Join the Alachua Audubon Society for a monthly bird walk that begins and ends at First Magnitude Brewing Company. Volunteers guide participants from the brewery to the nature trail at Depot Park and back—wrapping up at one of Gainesville’s favorite local hangouts. All skill levels are welcome. Bring binoculars or...

Voices Rising Community Chorus Fall Term New Singer Registration at Oak Hall School

Oak Hall School 1700 SW 75th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Show off your vocal skills as Voices Rising Community Chorus holds new singer registration for the fall term on August 3. Drop in anytime 6 - 7:30 p.m. This intergenerational chorus is open to adults and to youth age 8 and up. The only requirement is the ability to “carry...