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Brick City Builders at Forest Public Library

For ages 5-12 with caregivers. March 6-April 24

  • Friday, April 10, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Ocala Symphony Orchestra: Open Rehearsals

Friday, October 17, 2025: Nights in the Gardens of Spain Friday, January 23, 2026: Romantic America Friday, February 13, 2026: Film Music ...

  • Friday, April 10, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: Reilly Arts Center: 500 NE 9th St, Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.reillyartscenter.com
  • Category: Free

After Dark In the Park Movie Series: Despicable Me 2

It's movie time! Join us for FREE movies throughout the year at different City of Ocala parks. We will bring ...

  • Friday, April 10, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
  • Location: Tuscawilla and Art Park | 800 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, Fl
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Science Saturdays with IHMC

Science Saturdays is a hands-on science program for kids in grades 3rd-7th. Events take place on Saturday morning, once each ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: 15 Se Osceola Avenue, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free but tickets required!
  • Website: www.ihmc.us
  • Category: Free

Brownwood Paddock Square Hometown Market

The Hometown Market brings a vibrant, large-scale outdoor shopping experience to Brownwood Paddock Square each Saturday, filled with fresh local ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Spanish Springs Town Square I 2705 W Torch Lake Dr, The Villages, FL 32163
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.thevillagesentertainment.com
  • Category: Free

Saturdays at Ocala Downtown Market

The Ocala Downtown Market is a vibrant and bustling marketplace located in the heart of Ocala, Florida. The market is ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Dunnellon Boomtown Festival

Step Back in Time at Dunnellon’s Boomtown Days Festival! Round up yer pardner and hitch a ride into history on April ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Dunnellon Historic Village, 20781 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fun in the Sun: Outdoor Adventures (All Ages)

Join us for outdoor games, music and refreshments—the perfect way to enjoy a spring morning! This free, family-friendly event is open ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Jervey Gantt Recreation Complex | 2200 SE 36th Ave., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Pioneer Village Tour at Silver River Museum

Public tours of the pioneer “cracker” village are offered October through April, on the second and fourth Saturday mornings. Tours ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 1445 NE 58th Ave., Ocala, FL, United States, Florida
  • Cost: Free with park admission
  • Website: silverrivermuseum.com
  • Category: Free

Gopher Tortoise Day Celebration at Fort King

This day brings together wildlife professionals and nature enthusiasts dedicated to protecting the tortoise and its habitat. Join us to ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 3925 E. Fort King St. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Art Park Literary and Poetry Festival

The City of Ocala, in partnership with the Marion County Public Library System, presents the first annual Art Park Literary ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Tuscawilla Art Park: 213 NE 5th Street, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

The Reading Derby: Ready, Set, Library!

And we’re off… for some reading fun! Celebrate National Library Week all month long with our latest reading adventure. It’s ...

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft

Join us on the Second Saturday of every month, free craft activity and more!

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Paddock Mall, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.jcpenney.com
  • Category: Free

Doggone Good Reading with Humane Society of Marion County

All children grades 1st-5th are invited to read to a Humane Society of Marion County dog on select Saturday mornings ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 11:00 am
  • Location: Humane Society of Marion County Florida, 701 NW 14th Rd. Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free-Registration is Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Saturday Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Join us every Saturday morning at the Storytime Stage for a reading of a favorite Children's book. Recommended for ages 2-6

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 11:00 am
  • Location: Barnes and Noble Ocala: 4414 SW College Road Ste 500 Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: stores.barnesandnoble.com
  • Category: Free

Fun in the Parks with Ocala Parks and Recreation

Join us for Fun in the Parks! Each month, we're bringing hands-on science, wild critter encounters, creative crafts and exciting recreation ...

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Location: Nature Park | 2005 NE Third St., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free- No Registration Required
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

YALLA Teen Club: ConFab at Fort McCoy Public Library

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

  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 1:00 pm
  • Location: lic Library, Fort McCoy Pub14660 NE Highway 315 Ft. McCoy, Florida 32134
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Makers Market at Heart of the Park

What to expect: * Local Art & Makers * Delicious Food Trucks * Community Vibes

  • Sunday, April 12, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Heart of the Park at Tuscawilla, 516 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Entry
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Reading Derby: Ready, Set, Library!

And we’re off… for some reading fun! Celebrate National Library Week all month long with our latest reading adventure. It’s ...

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Young children will have the opportunity to play a wide variety of sports and games that are suited for their ...

  • Monday, April 13, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free
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