Alachua City Hall was constructed in 2007 and is home to the City's administrative offices. The splashpark at the Hal Brady Recreation Complex is one of the many recreational amenities the City offers. Alachua is a rural community with strong agrarian roots. Main Street is at the heart of Alachua's small town charm, inviting residents and visitors to stroll down its historic sidewalks. Alachua City Hall is illuminated against the evening sky. Alan Hitchcock Park on Main Street is a common place for local community events and ceremonies. Main Street is at the heart of Alachua's small town charm, inviting residents and visitors to stroll down its historic sidewalks.

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Holiday & Special Events Calendar

The City of Alachua is proud to host a variety of holiday and special events throughout the year.  Some events are sponsored by the City and others are sponsored by other organizations and volunteers.  There is something to do in Alachua for every season, from arts and crafts festivals in the spring, to the Largest Small Town Fireworks Display in America in the summer, to parades and tree lightings in the fall and winter.  Admission to City-sponsored events is free and the entire family is encouraged to attend.

So whether you’re a resident or visiting Alachua for the very first time, be sure to check out our events throughout the year and mark your calendar for family fun.

THIRD THURSDAY ON MAIN

Every Third Thursday of each month

5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Located on Main Street

Cost: Free        Contact: City of Alachua (386) 418-6100

WHITE CANE WALK

Saturday October 12, 2019

8 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Located at Alachua County Fire Rescue Station 21

Cost: Free        Contact:  Alachua County Council of the Blind (352) 338-7951

TRICK OR TREAT ON MAIN

Thursday, October 31, 2019

6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Located on Main Street

Cost: Free        Contact:  Alachua Chamber of Commerce (386) 462-3333

ALACHUA MAIN STREET FESTVIAL

Sunday, November 17, 2019

11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Located on Main Street

Cost: Free        Contact:  Alachua Business League (386) 462-955

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING & SANTA VISIT

Friday, December 6, 2019 (Second Friday after Thanksgiving)

6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Located at Downtown Main Street Park

Cost: Free        Contact: City of Alachua (386) 418-6100

ALACHUA CHRISTMAS PARADE

Saturday, December 14, 2019 (Second Saturday in December)

2 p.m.

Located on Main Street

Cost: Free        Contact: Alachua Chamber of Commerce (386) 462-3333

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY CELEBRATION

Monday, January 20, 2020

11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Located at Cleather Hathcock, Sr. Community Center - 15818 NW 140th St.

Cost: Free        Contact: City of Alachua (386) 418-6100

RELAY FOR LIFE  SURVIVOR DINNER (AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY)

Tuesday, March 31, 2020

6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Located at The Swick House - 15100 NW 142nd Ter.

Cost: Free        Contact: City of Alachua, Kimberly Vermillion (386) 418-6100

RELAY FOR LIFE (AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY)

Friday, April 3, 2020

6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Located at Hal Brady Recreation Complex - 14300 NW 146th Ter.

Cost: Free        Contact: City of Alachua, Kimberly Vermillion (386) 418-6100

CELEBRATION OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

TBD 2020

9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Located at Foundation Park - 14193 NW 119th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615

Cost: Free        Contact: BioFlorida This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

FOURTH OF JULY

Saturday, July 4, 2020

3 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Located at Hal Brady Recreation Complex - 14300 NW 146th Ter.

Cost: Free        Contact: City of Alachua, Kimberly Vermillion (386) 418-6100

If you have a special event taking place in the City of Alachua and would like for it to be displayed on our website, please contact Mike DaRoza at (386) 418-6100.


Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9, Alachua, FL 32616
Physical Address: 15100 NW 142nd Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615
Telephone:(386) 418-6100