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10December

Moss Bluff Baptist Church Christmas Tree Lighting

Join us for the 1st Annual MBBC Tree Lighting. Enjoy holiday treats as we light the Christmas tree, enjoy family ...

11December

Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a Free model train show at the Colony Recreation Center. There will be ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

  • Thursday, December 11, 2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Villages Christmas Parade

Come and cheer on these holiday – decked out golf cars and more in the Christmas Parade! Bring your golf ...

Next Level Gamers (ages 6-13) at Brick City Adventure Park

Join our Esports program and level up more than just your game! Players (ages 6-13) will connect with teammates and ...

Critter Chats at Discovery Center

Join our critter team for educational talks featuring one or more of our live animal exhibits. A range of topics ...

  • Thursday, December 11, 2025 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free with Admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes

YALLA Teen Club:ConFAB at Headquarters-Ocala Library

Young Adults Lead Library Awareness! Be a part of a talented teen team and make the library a better experience ...

Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) welcomes families back for another enchanting year of Winter Wonderland presented ...

  • Thursday, December 11, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: World Equestrian Center: 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala FL 34482
  • Cost: $5-$12 per person (Children 4 and under are always free)
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Greater Dunnellon Historical Society Train Depot Holiday Christmas Cookie Extravaganza

Looking for a relaxing evening without staying at home? We offer that opportunity next Thursday, Dec 11 during our annual ...

Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre

One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa’s bag of toys… Raised as an elf, Buddy ...

  • Thursday, December 11, 2025 5:30 pm
  • Location: Ocala's Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5- Tickets Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Santa on the Square

Santa's made his list and checked it twice, now he's coming to Ocala where all the children are nice. Santa ...

  • Thursday, December 11, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Ocala Downtown Square: 1 SE Broadway Street, Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Storytime and Cookies with Santa at Sensational Selfies

Join us for Storytime & Cookies with Santa on Thursday, December 11th from 6–8 PM! Event Details: $40 per family ...

  • Thursday, December 11, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Sensational Selfies: Market Street at Heath Brook, 4414 SW College Road, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Tickets $40 per family of 4 $5 for each additional person.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
12December

Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a Free model train show at the Colony Recreation Center. There will be ...

Gingerbread House Painting Party at Marion Oaks Community Center

Everyone is welcome! Gather your friends, neighbors and family for a delightful time designing a holiday gingerbread house. Now this ...

  • Friday, December 12, 2025 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Marion Oaks Community Center, 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: $3 in Advance or $5 Cash day of
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Madison's Mini Makers (Ages 3-8)

Our art classes are designed for kids ages 3–8 and are all about sparking creativity, building confidence, and having FUN! ...

  • Friday, December 12, 2025 10:00 am
  • Location: All About Art: 5162 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL
  • Cost: Class: $10 | Supplies: $10 (optional)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Christmas Cookie Exchange at Marion Oaks Recreation

Sugar and spice makes Christmas nice! Christmas cookies and happy hearts this is how the holiday starts... All bakers will ...

  • Friday, December 12, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free- RSVP by December 8th
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Other

Family Day at Painting with a Twist - Happy Penguins

All ages welcome but we recommend ages 8 and up! Parents are encouraged to let children work by themselves. There ...

  • Friday, December 12, 2025 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $24-$45 per person
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Classes

Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...

  • Friday, December 12, 2025 4:30 pm
  • Location: Two Tails Ranch: 18655 NE 81 St., Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adult (13+): $28 Includes Free Admission for up to 2 Kids ages 2-12 | Ages 2 and Under: Free
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Shows & Concerts

Santa Paws at Citizen's Circle

Join the Humane Society of Marion County for our annual Santa Paws event, presented by Scent Hound Ocala and professional ...

  • Friday, December 12, 2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Citizens Circle, 151 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Photo packages $15-$30
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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