• Print

Southeastern Youth Fair

THIS YEAR’S THEME: FOOTLOOSE AT THE FAIR! The Southeastern Youth Fair (SEYF) is the premier event for Marion County 4H ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, Florida
  • Cost: This event is free to spectators.
  • Website: seyfair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Annual Florida Lineman Competition at World Equestrian

Watch linemen across Florida showcase their skills, strength, and teamwork. FREE admission—fun for the whole family! Opening ceremony at 7:30am Competition Starts ...

Junk In The Trunk

Runs every first Saturday of every month - perfect for people who love YARD SALES and FLEA MARKETS. There will ...

  • 7:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Brown and Brown Farms: 13940 US Hwy 301, Oxford, FL 34484
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Habitat Ocala Strawberry Festival

Festival hosted by Habitat for Humanity of Marion County featuring live music, entertainment, vendors, food, & STRAWBERRIES. All proceeds go ...

Kids Workshops at The Home Depot

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3300 SW 35th Terrace, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free - Register Online to reserve your spot
  • Website: www.homedepot.com
  • Category: Classes, 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 ...

EARS Animal Tours

Animals to see: Lions, Liger, Tigers (Orange & White) Bears, Leopards, Bobcats, Cougar, Monkeys and more! Description: This is a slow ...

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 ...

Appleton Museum Free First Saturday

Enjoy free admission all day to see the permanent collection and special exhibitions, and to make art in the Artspace!

Heroes Wanted at Belleview Public Library

Explore fantasy worlds, defeat monsters and discover the basics of gameplay with the highly skilled Storytelling Knights and friends. All levels ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Belleview Public Library, 13145 SE Highway 484, Belleview, Florida 34420
  • Cost: Free-Registration Recommended
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Library Programs

Historic Homesteading (Ages 13+) Sew a Satchel

Step back in time with our Historic Homesteading classes, which include broom making, woodworking, and more. Registration is required as ...

NextGen Jazz at Brick City Adventure Park

ALL INSTRUMENTS WELCOME - This program is designed for middle and high school students who want to improve their musical ...

Ocala Spring Craft Fair

Join us at the magnificent World Equestrian Center - Expo Center 2 for an indoor extravaganza featuring 200 talented artisans ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center, Expo Center 2, 1598 NW 87th Ct, Ocala, FL 34482
  • Cost: 12 and under free, free parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Otter Farewell Weekend at Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is preparing to bid a bittersweet farewell to its beloved Asian small-clawed otter family ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Cost: Adults: $10 |Children (4-12): $6 |Children 3 and under: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tours at Kindred Spirits Sanctuary

Public tours are the first and third Saturday of every month at 10am from September-May. During the tour, you will ...

Seuss-a-palooza! at Library Headquarters-Ocala

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! Celebrate reading here and there. Celebrate reading everywhere! Have some good fun that is funny with books, games ...

Art Club at Forest Community Center

This free program is open to all artists! Bring your tools and join a group of individuals with a passion ...

Creation Station at Discovery Center

Stop by Creation Station to relax and make a fun arts and crafts activity. Participants can choose to display their ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: $3 add-on to admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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

Festival Latino Downtown Ocala

Come celebrate our Latin culture with food trucks, kiosks, artisans, fun for the kids and music!!

First Saturday Studio and Gallery Tour

Each location will be independently hosting their own exhibitions & activities. Appleton Museum of Art appletonmuseum.org 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, FL 34470 Marion ...

Florida Safari Tram Tour at Silver Springs

Explore the diverse natural beauty of Silver Springs State Park on this engaging tour led by our knowledgeable park volunteers! ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Tram ride is free with valid $2 park admission.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

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

Finding Nemo at Ocala's Marion Theatre

After his son is captured in the Great Barrier Reef and taken to Sydney, a timid clownfish sets out on ...

Annual BBQ Bash at Spanish Springs Town Square

Savor the flavor! The BBQ Bash is an annual fundraising event benefiting The Villages Charter School (VCS) and Buffalo HERD, ...

Marion County Fair Winter Carnival

Marion County Fair presents Winter Carnival sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids. - Jimmy with the Gator Boys will be preforming ...

Yalla Teen Club: ConFAB at Reddick Public Library

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

Pop, Lock and Dance (Ages 13+) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Join our dynamic dance class and unleash your inner dancer with hip-hop, jazz, and contemporary styles. Our professional instructors bring ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes

Furr-Ends with Humane Society of Marion County

Want a 4-legged friend by your side? Come join us at our New Cat Event for Children in 4th to ...

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

Where in the World at Belleview Public Library

Explore different cultures through food, art and music! January 4th-Egypt February 1st-Japan March 1-England April 5- France

Broadway Musical Trivia Night Paint Party Bee the Artist

Join us for an exhilarating Broadway Musical Trivia Night combined with a guided painting session! Get ready to showcase your ...

Elite Bullrider's Association World Finals at World Equestrian Center

The Elite Bullriders Association is proud to bring back the best of the best to Ocala's World Equestrian Center (Arena ...

Programs in the Parks: Astronomy Night

Meet up with some of the Central FL astronomy clubs to stargaze and learn about our night skies! The Director ...

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 ...

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 ...

Pokemon League Challenge Events at Goblin King Games

Greetings, Pokémon Trainers!! Join us on the first Saturday of every month for our Pokémon League Challenge Event! Player Cap - ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2750 E. Silver Springs Blvd. #201-202 , Ocala
  • Cost: $10 entry fee
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stargazing with Derek Demeter at Reddick Public Library

Take a telescopic tour of the night sky with Derek Demeter, renowned astrophotographer and Emil Buehler Planetarium Director of Seminole ...

x

Plan Your Family Fun Weekend Today!

Sign up for our weekly newsletter that lists the top family friendly events taken place that week, any upcoming events, current giveaways we are running and more!