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September 8 - 14

Family Brunch at Bank Street

Looking for something to do with the family on a Sunday morning… come join us for our brunch that starts ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 120 E Fort King Street Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: No entry fee, menu prices, see website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pokémon Trade Day

Join us for Pokémon Trade Day! This FREE event is for kids ages 5 to 15! Bring your Pokémon Cards ...

Learn to Skate at Skate A Way South

Learn to skate! There are several options to choose from concerning skating lessons: the Learn to Skate Class Program on ...

Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Public skate, open to all!

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $9 includes skates
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Live On Stage: Cinderella at Ocala Civic Theater

Don’t be late to the ball! The magical musical "Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella" opens Ocala Civic Theatre’s 74th season from ...

Serving Up Sloppy Joes at Community Harvest Baptist Church

Join us for some Volleyball & Sloppy joes.

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Community Harvest Baptist Church:14915 SE 36th Ave Summerfield, FL 34491
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

The Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 14+ or 10 with adult guardian. The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - ...

E-Sports Drop In Program

Drop in program for gamers of all levels to play, connect and compete!

After School Tutoring with Ramal Services

Free after school tutoring for grades 1-5.

Junior Mountain Bike Class with Florida DEVO

Join us every Monday! Florida DEVO junior mountain bike development calls the rugged trail of Santos Trailhead located on the ...

Roller Hockey at Skate A Way South

Join our Roller Hockey program. Practices start Monday, August 19th 2024. Youth (14 & Under) 6:00-7:30 PM Adults (16 & Older) 7:30-9:00 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $7 per practice (1st Time is Free)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

TangSooDo at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Join us for TangSooDo and get fit and healthy with the family! TangSooDo held at the Marion Oaks Recreation & ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:45 pm 
  • Location: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Class fee is $10 per session and families with more children will receive a discount. First time attending class participate will only pay $5 to try class out.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Homeschool Science and Ecology at Brick City Adventure Park

On-going home-school Science & Ecology program for youth ages 9-12. Meets at Brick City Adventure Park each Tuesday. Our homeschool ...

Homeschool STEAM and PE at SSS Community Center

We are offering an ongoing Homeschool PE/Steam program here at the Silver Springs Shores Community/Youth Center every Tuesday at 9:30am ...

Baby Boot Camp

Attention new or soon-to-be-parents: be sure to enlist in DOH-Marion’s “Baby Boot Camp.” Our free class will provide you advice ...

Creative Expressions Homeschool at Brick City Adventure Park

On-going home-school music program for youth ages 10-13. Meets at Brick City Adventure Park each Tuesday. This program allows kids ...

Pony Garten by Stable Life Farm Horsemanship (Ages 2 to 60 pounds)

Pony Garten is a program designed to introduce young riders to the wonderful world of ponies! Engage with our tiny ...

The Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 14+ or 10 with adult guardian. The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - ...

Homeschool Art and PE at Forest Community Center

Calling all young artists and active kids aged 5-12! Join us for our Homeschool Art and PE Class! Unleash your ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 777 S County Road 314A, Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Art: $20/month and PE: $12/month, per location
  • Website: selfservice.marionfl.org
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Teen Paint at Painting with a Twist - Neon Gator

Teenage Classes are for painters 13 and up- including adults! No babies or observers allowed. ARRIVE 10-15 MINUTES EARLY to get ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $30 and up
  • Website: paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Classes

Elevate STEM Learning at Forest Community Center

This program will be a fun opportunity for children ages 8-12 to supplement their math and science learning through fun, ...

Play DJ Bingo/Trivia on Tuesdays (multiple locations)

Our Games are always free to play!! Open to the public, and family-friendly. Winners win prizes! * Charlie Horse Ocala at ...

Homeschool Art and PE at Brick City Adventure Park

Calling all young artists and active kids aged 5-12! Join us for our Homeschool Art and PE Class! Unleash your ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:15 pm 
  • Location: Brick City Adventure Park-1211 SE 22nd Road Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: Art: $20/month and PE: $12/month, per location
  • Website: selfservice.marionfl.org
  • Category: Classes

Mornings with Mommy

Mornings with Mommy is an educational playgroup for caregivers and children infant to toddler along with age appropriate activities. Mornings ...

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Freedom Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.For birth-23 months.

The Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 14+ or 10 with adult guardian. The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - ...

Open Recreation at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 13+. Wednesdays: Indoor Soccer Thursdays: Volleyball Fridays: Girls Basketball These are ongoing open recreation programs housed at E.D. Croskey that diversifies the sports ...

Games on a Table at Reddick Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games!

Master the Arts at Library Headquarters-Ocala

For ages 5-12 with caregivers. Take the stage and shine like a star! A hands-on, all-in acting series perfect for thespians-to-be.

After School Tutoring with Ramal Services

Free after school tutoring for grades 1-5.

Freedom Walk

The City of Belleview will be holding our annual Freedom Walk in remembrance of the victims of 9/11. There will ...

TAC Youth Theater Auditions

Theatre Arts Collaborative (TAC) Will hold Audition for their Fall Youth Workshop "Broadway Bound" We are seeking 25-30 amazingly talented ...

Play DJ Bingo/Trivia on Wednesdays (multiple locations)

Our Games are always free to play!! Open to the public, and family-friendly. Winners win prizes! * Charlie Horse Ocala at ...

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 ...

Rocket Entertainment Family Trivia Night

Welcome to Rocket Knowledge Trivia. A weekly trivia game show for the whole family to enjoy while visiting some of ...

Teen Paint at Painting with a Twist - Bloomin' Jack

Teenage Classes are for painters 13 and up- including adults! No babies or observers allowed. ARRIVE 10-15 MINUTES EARLY to get ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $30 and up
  • Website: paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Classes

Oaks Tiny Tots at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

This program is for children 4 and under is a perfect opportunity for parents to connect, share tips, and watch ...

TOT Time at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Join us for a time only for parents and children (4 years & under) to socialize together. TOT TIME will ...

The Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 14+ or 10 with adult guardian. The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - ...

Open Recreation at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 13+. Wednesdays: Indoor Soccer Thursdays: Volleyball Fridays: Girls Basketball These are ongoing open recreation programs housed at E.D. Croskey that diversifies the sports ...

Toddler Music Class at Nieves Music Studio

MyLittleMusician classes are a weekly 45 minute class where young children and their caregivers can explore melody making, rhythms, and ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: 609 NW 4th Ave, Unit C, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Play DJ Bingo/Trivia on Thursdays (multiple locations)

Our Games are always free to play!! Open to the public, and family-friendly. Winners win prizes! * The Anchor on Sunset ...

Live On Stage: Cinderella at Ocala Civic Theater

Don’t be late to the ball! The magical musical "Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella" opens Ocala Civic Theatre’s 74th season from ...

The Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 14+ or 10 with adult guardian. The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - ...

Open Recreation at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 13+. Wednesdays: Indoor Soccer Thursdays: Volleyball Fridays: Girls Basketball These are ongoing open recreation programs housed at E.D. Croskey that diversifies the sports ...

Teen Paint at Painting with a Twist - Autumn Gnome

Teenage Classes are for painters 13 and up- including adults! No babies or observers allowed. ARRIVE 10-15 MINUTES EARLY to get ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $30 and up
  • Website: paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Classes

Starlight Studio at Ocala Civic Theater

Now on Fridays, STARLIGHT STUDIO is back to light up the night during Season 74! STARLIGHT STUDIO is a great evening ...

Parent's Night Out with Better Together

Take a break from your daily routine and enjoy some quality time away from the kids. Go on a date ...

Homestead Haunt

Every Friday and Saturday Night! The Maze (8pm-11pm): Come to Homestead Haunt for a haunted house experience like you’ve never seen ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston: 1050 NE 6th Blvd, Williston, Florida, 32696
  • Cost: Kids Daylight Maze: $5 online |The Haunted Maze: $20 online
  • Website: www.homesteadhaunt.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Public skate, open to all!

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $11 includes skates
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Live On Stage: Cinderella at Ocala Civic Theater

Don’t be late to the ball! The magical musical "Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella" opens Ocala Civic Theatre’s 74th season from ...

FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) 5K

Our race is an enjoyable time with friends and family that is not too intimidating, but still holds some of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Baseline Trail Head Park: 4255 SE 58th AVE, Ocala, FL US 34472
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

Family FOCUS

MARION COUNTY – Families wanting to help their students succeed both inside and outside the classroom can take advantage of ...

Spanish Springs Mercado: Outdoor Market and Music

Our newest edition to the Villages Markets, The Mercado at Spanish Springs features Handmade Crafts, Art and Locally Grown Produce. ...

Ocala Learn to Skate at Skate Mania

Roller skating is great fun! It promotes fitness and strengthens gross motor skills, so come join us for our fun ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Skate Mania: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd., Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Call for cost
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Annual Ocala Recovery Fest at Tuscawilla Park

FREE event with live music, food, community resources, kids zone with ponies, face painting and much, much more. To celebrate ...

Kids Fall Cookies and Crafts

Join us for a Kid Fall Event! We're hosting a Kid Mini Event. Create a 4x8 Wood Block Character or ...

Molly Denali Opening Day at Discovery Center

Ready for your next adventure? In this new exhibit based on the PBS KIDS® TV series Molly of Denali, join ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: $8 per person or $28 for a family of four
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mornings with Mommy

Mornings with Mommy is an educational playgroup for caregivers and children infant to toddler along with age appropriate activities. Mornings ...

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 Baby and Family Expo

The Expo presented features family-friendly products, services & resources along with fun afterschool programs. The event is loaded with important ...

Ready to Read Together at Headquarters-Ocala Library

For ages birth-3 with caregivers. Make a playdate with your child to read, sing and talk together.

Spirit Fest Ocala

Florida's largest Mind-Body-Spirit event comes to Ocala with OUR BIGGEST EVENT YET! 100 booths of the BEST psychic readers, holistic ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: WEC Expo 1 Building: 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala FL
  • Cost: $12 a day or $20 a weekend (Kids 12 & under Free)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Super Saturday Therapeutic Basketball

Bring your friends for a pickup game at Super Saturday Therapeutic Open Rec Basketball. This is a great opportunity to ...

StarLab Planetarium Shows at Discovery Center

StarLab is an inflatable planetarium that brings the wonder of the night sky, the solar systems, an even the Galaxy, ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: Adults: $8 |Child (3-17): $8 |Family of 4 day pass: $28 |Members: Free |2 and under: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Heroes Wanted! at Headquarters-Ocala Library

Explore worlds and defeat evil monsters. Discover the basics of turn-based, tabletop game play with the highly skilled Storytelling Knights. ...

The Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Ages 14+ or 10 with adult guardian. The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - ...

The Thoroughbread Brawl Boxing Event

Join us for an exciting night of boxing! All ages are welcome. Doors open at 12pm. Fights start at 1pm.

Spy Science at Discovery Center

Ever wonder what spies do in their spare time? Learn how to be a spy and take these techniques to ...

  • 12:30 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: $3 add-on to admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Books and Books:Teen Book Club at Forest Public Library

Make new friends and talk about books! For teens. Sept. 14 The Fault in Our Stars by John Green Oct. 12 The Graveyard Book by ...

Festive Fall Market at Williston Horseman's Park

Festive fall outdoor market. 85+ vendors food trucks and more.

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: 609 NW 4th Ave, Unit C, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Public skate, open to all!

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $9 includes skates
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Countdown to Kindergarten at Belleview Public Library

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

Pokemon League at Vibranium Comics

Come in! Play! Trade! Just have a good time and make some new friends! Every Saturday!

The Musical World of Disney with Kingdom of the Sun

Experience the Magical Music of Disney with Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band! Join us for a spellbinding evening as ...

Board Game Night at Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe

Open Board Game Nights are the Best at Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe! We have shelves full of games ready ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe, 3101 SW 34th Ave #803, Ocala FL 34474
  • Cost: $5
  • Website: meeplemovers.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Homestead Haunt

Every Friday and Saturday Night! The Maze (8pm-11pm): Come to Homestead Haunt for a haunted house experience like you’ve never seen ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston: 1050 NE 6th Blvd, Williston, Florida, 32696
  • Cost: Kids Daylight Maze: $5 online |The Haunted Maze: $20 online
  • Website: www.homesteadhaunt.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Public skate, open to all!

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $11 includes skates
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Live On Stage: Cinderella at Ocala Civic Theater

Don’t be late to the ball! The magical musical "Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella" opens Ocala Civic Theatre’s 74th season from ...

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