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18April

Turning Red at Ocala's Marion Theatre

A thirteen-year-old girl named Mei Lee is torn between staying her mother’s dutiful daughter and the changes of adolescence. And ...

Crotchet with Margo at Chelsea Art Center

Crochet has an incredibly long history, dating back to early Egyptians. Crochet is a calming, repetitive, creative art. Begin your ...

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: FREE for young people ages 7-12 accompanied by their registered adult! $15 per session
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

National Water Dance and Festival

Join us at Silver Springs State Park to celebrate National Water Dance Day in honor of Ocala's Mammoth Spring - ...

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park, 5656 East Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Entrance Fee to Silver Springs State Park includes entrance to festival. $2.00 per person.
  • Website: ocalametroartscene.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Daytime Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Afternoon open skate for all ages.

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $10 includes skates ($8 with your skates)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Sparks at Dunnellon Public Library

For ages 8-12. Jan. 10 Journal Designs Feb. 14 Air Dry Clay March 14 Rubber Duck Art April 18 Recycled Bottle Bird Feeders

Ranger Program at Silver Springs

Join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm (unless otherwise posted) for a Ranger-led program! Program will vary every weekend ...

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park: 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Program included with Park admission fee: $2 per pedestrian, $5 for single occupant vehicle, $8 for 2-8 visitors in vehicle.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Blackout Poetry (All Ages) at Reddick Public Library

Uncover the poem within by transforming old pages into striking blackout poetry.

Rock Art Paint On at Forest Public Library

Paint miniature masterpieces on rocks.

Wildly (re)Told Stories for the Ages at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Stories for the Ages Community Stages’ youth ensemble reimagines classic folktales with heart, humor and creativity — directed by Terry LeCompte, ...

Corn Hole at Forest Community Center

Join us at the Forest Community Center for cornhole, open to all ages and skill levels! Whether you’re brand new ...

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Forest Community Center: 777 S Hwy 314 A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free- No Registration Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Competitions & Games, Free

Where in the World at Belleview Public Library

Explore different cultures through food, art and music! Jan. 28 Hawaii Feb. 25 Italy March 28 Washington, D.C. April 18 ...

LEGO Build and Chill Club at Rainbow Lakes Estates

Come build with LEGO bricks, relax, socialize, and connect with fellow LEGO lovers of all ages in our community! Ages 3-17 ...

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center- 4030 SW Deepwater CT., Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: discoverdunnellon.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Rodeo Fest at Mayhem Ranch

Bulls, Broncs & BBQ! Live music, petting zoo, mechanical bull, jump zone, farm train, western-wear, and more! Join us for Mayhem ...

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 4:00 pm
  • Location: Mayhem Ranch: 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL 32668
  • Cost: $20.00 Online, $25.00 at the Gate (5 and under free for General Admission Only - Limited tickets sold each Day)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Orange Blossom Ramblers at Forest Community Center

Join us for a free bluegrass concert every third Saturday of the month!

Family Night at Skate Mania

Friday night is Family Night! Bring the whole family for some great exercise and fun!

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $12 per person (includes roller skates)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

GLOW (Age 5+) at Sky Zone Ocala

We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Waivers are ...

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 2400 SW College Rd, Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Parents Night Out at Sky Zone Ocala

New weekend program at Sky Zone Ocala. Parents can drop off the kids and enjoy a worry-free evening while they ...

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 2400 SW College Rd Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs
19April

Walk-On Days at Wayne's World of Paintball

Wayne's World of Paintball will be open Saturdays for Airsoft and Sundays for Walk-On Paintball Games. Minimum age on the ...

Cannon Farms Farmers Market

Come out and shop local vendors, fun for the whole family. Additional activities like bounce houses, flower picking, food, and vendors ...

  • Sunday, April 19, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Cannon Farms, 11801 SW 180th Ave., Dunnellon, FL 34432
  • Cost: Free to shop/ Activities available for a charge
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

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