Enjoy a festive evening at the UF Phillips Center as Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox presents “Magic, Moonlight and Mistletoe,” a 7:30 p.m. holiday concert featuring live retro swing–inspired music.
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Enjoy a festive evening at the UF Phillips Center as Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox presents “Magic, Moonlight and Mistletoe,” a 7:30 p.m. holiday concert featuring live retro swing–inspired music. |
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At Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks, tour Sweetwater Wetlands Park for 2 to 3 hours to view a variety of birds and wetland species. Because of the park’s open prairie and cypress domes, viewers can expect rare birds that migrate for the Winter and Spring months. 
With Barnyard Buddies at the Living History Farm, visitors interact with farm animals and help staff feed them apples, sweet potatoes and melons, all of which can be donated. |
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Bagels & Co. is taking a chomp out of Gainesville! Located in the retail space on the ground level of the HUB Gainesville University (1111 W University Ave., Suite 80) student housing complex steps from the University of Florida campus, the popular quick-serve, family-friendly bagel shop is celebrating its grand opening on Thursday, December 4.
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Enjoy a festive evening at The Yellow Acres Boutique on Thursday, December 4, from 6–8 p.m., featuring holiday giveaways, hors d’oeuvres, wine, and photo opportunities with Santa. |
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Join us as Thornebrook transforms into a festive winter marketplace, filled with local vendors, delicious food, and holiday cheer. It’s the perfect way to shop small, support local businesses, and celebrate the season with family and friends. There will also be performances and free photo opportunities with Santa!
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Celebrate the magic of the season and enjoy a snow play area, live music, bounce houses, horse carriage rides, games, giveaways and photos with Mr. & Mrs. Clause! |
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Haile Farmers Market Head out to Haile to enjoy fresh, local produce, meats, honey, oils and more! This event repeats every Saturday. 
At Living History Days, travel back in time to feel what it was like to live on a farm in the 1870s. Experience a rooster waking you up instead of an iPhone alarm and enjoy nature alongside a few farm animals. |
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Visit the GLAM Craft Show for artisan gifts, food trucks, beer and wine from First Magnitude and more! |
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At Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks, tour Sweetwater Wetlands Park for 2 to 3 hours to view a variety of birds and wetland species. Because of the park’s open prairie and cypress domes, viewers can expect rare birds that migrate for the Winter and Spring months.
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GOLD HEAD BRANCH STATE PARK YESTERDAYS FESTIVAL will be Saturday, January 31, 2026 10 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. There is family fun for everyone! There are hay rides, kids’ games, hands-on activities, historic demonstrations, including cross-cut saw, real cannon fire, re-enactors, old tractors, and live music! The event is free to the public, with the
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With Barnyard Buddies at the Living History Farm, visitors interact with farm animals and help staff feed them apples, sweet potatoes and melons, all of which can be donated. |
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Give your dancer a magical night of holiday fun… and give yourself a night off! There will be dancing, holiday crafts, games, activities, music, friends and lots of holiday cheer! Dancers are invited to arrive in their coziest pajamas! Tickets are required.
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The Annasemble Community Orchestra will give its Annual Holiday Concert at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Gainesville, on Friday evening, December 12th (7 PM): Tickets: free entrance Location: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Gainesville -4225 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32605 Event website: www.annasemble.org Join the Annasemble Community Orchestra for our annual Holiday Concert! Travel with
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Haile Farmers Market Head out to Haile to enjoy fresh, local produce, meats, honey, oils and more! This event repeats every Saturday.
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Enjoy Alachua’s annual parade of floats, entertainers, local school organizations and more. 
Visit the Cade Museum every Saturday for its Maker Workshop Series! This is an innovative program for kids ages 9 and up to participate in hands-on "maker sessions" to build and create using different materials, electronics and coding platforms. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Don’t miss a festive afternoon on the Porch at the Cade Museum as the Young Annasemble Orchestra presents their annual Holiday Concert! Join us for a heart-warming celebration of the season, filled with beautiful music, joyful moments, and the magic of the holidays.
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Experience the excitement and joy of the holiday season at the 6th Annual UF Facilities Services Children’s Christmas Parade on Tuesday, December 16 at 9 a.m. Presented by UF Facilities Services, with support from the UF Police Department, UF Transportation and Parking Services, UF IFAS, UF Health Shands, and many other campus partners, the parade
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At Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks, tour Sweetwater Wetlands Park for 2 to 3 hours to view a variety of birds and wetland species. Because of the park’s open prairie and cypress domes, viewers can expect rare birds that migrate for the Winter and Spring months. 
The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and the Alachua County Library host the free Story Time at the Zoo event in front of the zoo on the lawn the third Wednesday of each month. Feel free to visit the zoo afterward!
With Barnyard Buddies at the Living History Farm, visitors interact with farm animals and help staff feed them apples, sweet potatoes and melons, all of which can be donated. |
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Prepare for the start of Hanukkah with a musical performance from this Jewish choir! |
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Get outside with your friends and family and get in the holiday spirit by watching “Elf.” Bring your blankets and lawn chairs! |
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Haile Farmers Market Head out to Haile to enjoy fresh, local produce, meats, honey, oils and more! This event repeats every Saturday.
Visit the Cade Museum every Saturday for its Maker Workshop Series! This is an innovative program for kids ages 9 and up to participate in hands-on "maker sessions" to build and create using different materials, electronics and coding platforms. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Ninja Jam offers a flexible option for your child, ideal for those who prefer a more casual commitment or wish to explore our program. Open to both girls and boys, space is limited, so please pre-register. Our Ninja room is ready for action! For new students, Ninja Jam is an opportunity to grasp the basics
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At Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks, tour Sweetwater Wetlands Park for 2 to 3 hours to view a variety of birds and wetland species. Because of the park’s open prairie and cypress domes, viewers can expect rare birds that migrate for the Winter and Spring months.
With Barnyard Buddies at the Living History Farm, visitors interact with farm animals and help staff feed them apples, sweet potatoes and melons, all of which can be donated. |
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Haile Farmers Market Head out to Haile to enjoy fresh, local produce, meats, honey, oils and more! This event repeats every Saturday.
Visit the Cade Museum every Saturday for its Maker Workshop Series! This is an innovative program for kids ages 9 and up to participate in hands-on "maker sessions" to build and create using different materials, electronics and coding platforms. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
$5
Ninja Jam offers a flexible option for your child, ideal for those who prefer a more casual commitment or wish to explore our program. Open to both girls and boys, space is limited, so please pre-register. Our Ninja room is ready for action! For new students, Ninja Jam is an opportunity to grasp the basics
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At Sweetwater Wetlands Park Wednesday Bird Walks, tour Sweetwater Wetlands Park for 2 to 3 hours to view a variety of birds and wetland species. Because of the park’s open prairie and cypress domes, viewers can expect rare birds that migrate for the Winter and Spring months. 
At Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue, join the Gainesville Fire Rescue every month for family-friendly fun while learning important health and safety information and connecting with the community. Check their Facebook for updated meeting information!
With Barnyard Buddies at the Living History Farm, visitors interact with farm animals and help staff feed them apples, sweet potatoes and melons, all of which can be donated. |
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Haile Farmers Market Head out to Haile to enjoy fresh, local produce, meats, honey, oils and more! This event repeats every Saturday.
At Living History Days, travel back in time to feel what it was like to live on a farm in the 1870s. Experience a rooster waking you up instead of an iPhone alarm and enjoy nature alongside a few farm animals. |
