Calendar - Fun 4 Ocala Kids

Family events, kids activities and parenting resources in the Ocala area!

World Breastfeeding Week on August 5, 2026 at Southeastern Livestock Pavillion

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Family events, kids activities and parenting resources in the Ocala area!

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17July

Family Story Time at Forest Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Friday, July 17, 2026 12:00 pm
Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
Cost: Free
Website: library.marionfl.org
Category: Free

Summer Breakspot Fridays

Fabulous Fridays! Free meals and fun times for children, 18 years of age or younger. Come early for the program ...

Friday, July 17, 2026 12:00 pm
Location: Dunnellon Public Library and Forest Public Library
Cost: Free
Website: library.marionfl.org
Category: Free

Reading with the Rangers

Reading with the Ranger is a family-friendly literacy program led by a City of Ocala Park Ranger. Children and their ...

Friday, July 17, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: See description weekly location.
Cost: Free
Website: www.ocalafl.gov
Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

Friday, July 17, 2026 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
Cost: Free
Website: www.ocalafl.org
Category: Free

Friday Foodie Fest at Lake Lillian

Foodie Fest will be held every third Friday of the month. Come out and enjoy a variety of food trucks ...

Friday, July 17, 2026 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: SE Robinson Road Belleview, FL 34420
Cost: Free
Website: www.belleviewfl.org
Category: Free

Trucks and Tunes at Circle Square Commons

Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and good food from 6 to 9 pm! Free and open to the public ...

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Circle Square Commons: 8435 SW 80th Street, Ocala, FL 34481
Cost: Free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Ocala Oddities Market at Ocala Downtown Market

Welcome to the Ocala Oddities Market — where the bizarre is beautiful and the weird is wonderful! Join us for this ...

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
Cost: Free Admission
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

18July

DOH-Marion Back to School Bash at Ed Croskey Recreation

Many services provided at NO COST to Marion County students in grades K–12. Services Offered: School and sports physicals, heart screenings ...

Saturday, July 18, 2026 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Ed Croskey Recreation Center, 1510 NW 4th St., Ocala, FL 34475
Cost: Free
Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
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, July 18, 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, July 18, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave Ocala, FL 34471
Cost: Free
Website: www.facebook.com
Category: Free

Picnic in the Park in Wildwood

Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month at the City of Wildwood with a picnic in the park! Bring your lunch, ...

Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Wildwood Community Center: 6500 Powell Rd., Wildwood, FL 34785
Cost: Free
Website: www.wildwood-fl.gov
Category: Free

Stars, Stripes and Art: Free Admission July at Appleton Museum

Museum admission is free throughout the entire month of July in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Explore ...

Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Appleton Museum: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
Cost: Free
Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
Category: Free

Ready Set Kindergarten at Marion Oaks Public Library

For ages 3-5 with caregivers. Before your preschooler takes off on a new adventure, prepare!

Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:30 am
Location: Marion Oaks Public Library: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
Cost: Free
Website: library.marionfl.org
Category: Free

Reddick Church of God Back to School Bash

Back to School Bash is HERE! Get ready, Reddick! We’re kicking off the new school year the right way—with a fun-filled ...

Saturday, July 18, 2026 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Reddick Church of God, 15670 NW Gainesville Rd, Reddick, FL 32646
Cost: Free
Website: www.facebook.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, July 18, 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, July 18, 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

Steamboats in Fort McCoy at Fort McCoy Library

Explore the rich tapestry of our past. With Taylor Benson.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 11:00 am
Location: Fort McCoy Public Library 14660 NE Highway 315 Ft. McCoy, Florida 32134
Cost: Free
Website: library.marionfl.org
Category: Free