
Chicken City Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament – Gainesville Parks and Recreation
Join us for a day of fun, friendly competition, and community spirit at the Inaugural Chicken City Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament!
Join us for a day of fun, friendly competition, and community spirit at the Inaugural Chicken City Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament!
Celebrate the towering giants of the forest this August at Elachee! Our Discovery Saturdays will be rooted in fun as we explore the incredible world of trees and the forests they call home. Through interactive learning, guided hikes, and creative crafts, you’ll uncover how trees support entire ecosystems—and why they matter more than ever. Bring the whole family and branch out into adventure each Saturday!
Wizards, witches, and magical creatures—your letter to Hogwarts ® has arrived! Join us for a spellbinding evening as Elachee is transformed into a school of witchcraft and wizardry for one enchanted night only. Whether you're a brave Gryffindor ®, a clever Ravenclaw ®, or something in between, there's magic waiting for you in the forest!
Get an up-close look at what it takes to care for Elachee’s resident animal ambassadors! Join our Animal Curator and volunteers each Thursday afternoon to assist with real animal care tasks—like feeding, habitat upkeep, and enrichment—while learning fascinating facts about the reptiles, amphibians, and other creatures that call Elachee home.
Join us every Friday from 9am to 1pm for Good News Clinics' Fresh Foods Market!
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
Join us in September 6th, 2025 for the annual Lake Lanier Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, Georgia’s biggest Hong Kong cultural event of the year!
By the end of the class, guests will take home their unique creations and knowledge of a new artistic process. All materials will be supplied. Beginners welcome!
This September, discover the wild side of your own backyard at Elachee! Every Saturday, we’re highlighting the amazing animals that may be living just outside your door. Through hands-on activities, up-close encounters, and guided programs; you and your family will learn how to identify, support, and protect the wildlife that calls Georgia home.
Bring your pup and make a splash at the annual Soggy Doggy Pool Party, where dogs take over the pool for an end-of-summer swim! Don’t miss this tail-wagging good time filled with water, fun, and plenty of treats!