Lights on Afterschool

Gainesville Circus Center 1925-B SW 2nd St, Gainesville, FL, United States

The entire community is invited to celebrate Lights on Afterschool, presented by the Children's Trust of Alachua County in partnership with the Gainesville Circus Center. Join us for circus performances, activities, food, and fun as we celebrate the importance of after school programs. The event will begin at 4 p.m. with presentations at 4:30 p.m.

Free

Gainesville Gone Wild West Fundraiser

Santa Fe River Ranch 29220 NW 122nd St, Alachua, FL, United States

The 17th annual Gainesville Gone Wild West Fundraiser, presented by Rays of Hope Foundation, is celebrating the president and  CEO Sherry Kitchen’s 20th anniversary with The Child Advocacy Center, Inc. (CAC). There will be a buffet dinner, live music, drinks, a silent auction, a live auction and the debut of the CAC’s newest mission video!

Trick or Treat at the Shoppes at Thornebrook

Shoppes At Thornebrook 2441 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL, United States

Come trick or treat at the Shoppes at Thornebrook! Local vendors will be showcasing their best spooky goods as you gear up for Halloween.

Trunk or Treat Monster Mash Bash

Alachua County Sheriff's Office 2621 SE Hawthorne Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

At Trunk or Treat you can experience a family friendly evening filled with candy, monster music and Halloween vibes. This free event is thrown by the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and features a chance to see Special Team vehicles and meet law enforcement! 

Tioga Movie Night: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Tioga Town Center 13085 SW 1st Lane, Newberry, FL, United States

Tioga Movie Night features The Nightmare Before Christmas. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and come early to check out Tioga’s restaurants and shops! The movie is free to attend. 

8th Annual CountryWay Town Square Pro Rodeo

CountryWay Town Square

The 8th annual CountryWay Town Square Pro Rodeo is a boot-stomping rodeo event! There will be cowboys and cowgirls participating in barrel racing, bull riding and more.

The Cancer Chomp

UF Cancer & Genetics Research Complex 2033 Mowry Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

The 4th Annual Cancer Chomp is a day of community engagement that acknowledges the challenges faced by brain tumor patients and their loved ones. This event features a 5k run/walk, Kid Zone, charitable organizations, community vendors and more!

Haile Farmers Market

Haile Farmers Market

Haile Plantation 5213 SW 91st Terrace, Gainesville, FL, United States

Haile Farmers Market Head out to Haile to enjoy fresh, local produce, meats, honey, oils and more! This event repeats every Saturday.

Fifth Annual International Car Show

Butler Town Center 3217 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States

The Fifth Annual International Car Show will feature over 120 vintage and modern cars and motorcycles with everything from Mercedes to Lamborghinis. There will also be music, vendors, awards and more. This will take place in the parking lots across the street from The Cheesecake Factory.

Annual Kanapaha Fall Plant Sale

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

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and the Gainesville Orchid Society welcome you to browse at the Annual Kanapaha Fall Plant Sale, with 50 booths selling all kinds of plants. There will also be an orchid show.