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September 20 - 26

PacWest Barrel Race

Barrel racing is a rodeo event that is known for quick turns, high speeds, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Like other timed ...

Hiking Club (Ages 13+) at Brick City Adventure Park

Join us for a different monthly hike through one of Marion County's famed parks and trails. Participants will meet at ...

Just Between Friends Fall Sale

Shop Just Between Friends pop-up sales to save hundreds of dollars on new and gently-used clothes, toys, shoes, books, and ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: ​Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: ​2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Walk and Stroll

This is a free program that walks the paved trails here at the Marion Oaks Community Center. We will meet ...

MCBW Babywearing Meetup

Join us at the Marion County Public Library Headquarters location on Silver Springs Blvd Ocala for our monthly babywearing meeting ...

  • 10:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion County Public Library Headquarters: 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • 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 - ...

Cooks and Books and Jazz Beats at Dunnellon Public Library (Teens)

A delicious afternoon of culinary, musical and literary arts blending the talents of Chef Yohann Le Bescond, celebrity Executive Pastry ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

PacWest Barrel Race

Barrel racing is a rodeo event that is known for quick turns, high speeds, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Like other timed ...

Viking 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon at Baseline Trailhead

All finishers will receive a themed medal. This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave Ocala, FL, 34472
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

International Coastal Cleanup® at Tuscawilla Park

The International Coastal Cleanup® (ICC) engages people to remove trash from the world’s beaches and waterways. Due to Ocala's central ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Tuscawilla and Art Park | 800 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, Fl
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

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. ...

Villages Model Train Club Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a large model train show and sale at the Savannah Regional Recreation Center. ...

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

Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival

Our biggest festival of the year is back. Pick pumpkins, get lost in our crop maze, pet animals in our ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL
  • Cost: Online $14.95 (Children under 2 Free)
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Countdown to Kindergarten at Headquarters-Ocala Library

Before your preschooler takes off on a new adventure, prepare!

Girls in Aviation Day hosted by Women in Aviation International Ocala

Come join us for a free, aviation-themed event full of activities and surprises! This celebration is dedicated to honoring and ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Airport: 1770 SW 60th Ave, Main Terminal, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Just Between Friends Fall Sale: HALF OFF DAY

Did someone say HALF PRICE? Every item withOUT a star on the tag is 50% OFF! Get ready to shop ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala
  • Cost: $5 Ticket Required
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other

MCBIA Annual Cornhole Tournament

MCBIA presents the Cornhole Tournament. Come out with the family and play in our amateur division, or step up and ...

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 Comic Con at World Equestrian Center

Ocala Florida's LARGEST convention returns on September 21st-22nd, 2024 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL! Kids 10 and ...

Super Saturday Therapeutic Basketball

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

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 ...

Viva Museum at the Florida Museum

This is a bilingual, family event. Este es un evento bilingüe y familiar. Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with the ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Museum of Natural History: 3215 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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

Williston Fiesta

The 3rd Annual Williston Fiesta is set to light up Homestead Park, in Williston, offering a vibrant celebration of Latin ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Homestead Park Williston 606 NE 2nd St, Williston, FL 32696, United States
  • Cost: Free Parking and Free Admission
  • 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 - ...

  • 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

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 ...

Pokemon League at Vibranium Comics

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

Spanish Springs Cruise In

Cruise on down to Spanish Springs for The Villages Entertainment monthly car show. Residents and non-residents alike are welcome to ...

Teen Paint at Painting with a Twist - Fall Trees Reflected

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

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $30 and up
  • Website: paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Classes

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

PacWest Barrel Race

Barrel racing is a rodeo event that is known for quick turns, high speeds, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Like other timed ...

Pack Walk with Marion County Animal Services

Love shelter dogs and want to help them? You can meet our dogs away from the kennel environment and also ...

Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival

Our biggest festival of the year is back. Pick pumpkins, get lost in our crop maze, pet animals in our ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL
  • Cost: Online $14.95 (Children under 2 Free)
  • Website: amberbrookefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Just Between Friends Fall Sale

Shop Just Between Friends pop-up sales to save hundreds of dollars on new and gently-used clothes, toys, shoes, books, and ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: ​Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: ​2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Ocala Comic Con at World Equestrian Center

Ocala Florida's LARGEST convention returns on September 21st-22nd, 2024 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL! Kids 10 and ...

Villages Model Train Club Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a large model train show and sale at the Savannah Regional Recreation Center. ...

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 ...

Ocala Community Forage

A peaceful, slow, 1-mile loop walk in nature. We will be looking for wild mushrooms, plants, and other local treasures ...

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 ...

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 ...

YALLA Teen Club: Art Guild at Dunnellon Public Library

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

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

Sensory Play at Marley Mae Mezzanine

Weekday sensory play - your ticket includes... Unlimited sensory play, fresh cold-pressed juice from our friends at MinaMoss + fresh ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Marley Mae Mezzanine: 16 South Magnolia Ave, Ocala FL
  • Cost: $18 1 child and 1 adult
  • Website: www.fancyfunfetti.com
  • Category: Classes

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 - ...

Finding Fossils in Florida at Reddick Public Library

Take a trip through time! Explore the various fossils found in Florida with Derek Demeter, Director at the Emil Buehler ...

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.

Science Explorers at Belleview Public Library

Flex your mind with STEM-based crafts and activities

Bubble Bead Bar with Princess Ariel

You are cordially invited to magical evening at the Bubble Bead Bar with Princess Ariel! While we craft our unique ...

  • 5:45 pm -  6:45 pm 
  • Location: Marley Mae Mezzanine: 16 South Magnolia Ave, Ocala FL
  • Cost: $45 1 child & 1 adult
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Ocala

Dive into a morning of boundless joy at Sky Zone Ocala for our exclusive Little Leapers event. Picture this: a ...

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 ...

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