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07October

City Walkers (All Ages)

Come walk with us! Bring your friends or come make new friends as we get our steps in at the ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under)

Young children will have the opportunity to play a wide variety of sports and games that are suited for their ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: 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 - ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Just Another Mah-Jongg Monday at Belleview Public Library

Learn and play with other enthusiasts.

E-Sports Drop In Program

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

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

After School Tutoring with Ramal Services

Free after school tutoring for grades 1-5.

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 306 NW 7th Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ramalservices.org
  • Category: Free

Belleview Fit Camp

Be fit, be strong, kid-friendly, bring water and a mat!

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: 5615 SE 110th Place, Belleview Fl. 34420 (behind the community center)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
08October

City Walkers (All Ages)

Come walk with us! Bring your friends or come make new friends as we get our steps in at the ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Mobile Health Unit at Amex Foods

The Mobile Health Unit will be providing services at Amex Foods. Services provided: Family Planning, HIV/STD, Immunizations, & WIC If you are ...

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Department of Health in Marion County -1801 SE 32nd Ave. Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Free

Rainbow Lakes Estates Tater Tot Tuesday

Join Us for Tater Tot Tuesdays! Open play for your child(ren) up to 4 years of age. Meet other parents ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center: 4030 SW Deepwater CT. Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 - ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Games on a Table at Belleview Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games!

Knights of the Chess Club at Belleview Public Library

Learn and play chess!

Chess at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Discover the fundamentals of chess, from understanding the board and its squares to learning the value and moves of each ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

09October

City Walkers (All Ages)

Come walk with us! Bring your friends or come make new friends as we get our steps in at the ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Playgroup (Birth to 5 years)

Free weekly playgroup for children birth to age 5 and their caregiver/parent. Includes snacks! Sing songs, tell stories, create art ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Adams Bay Apartments Community Room: 621 NW 2 St, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.elc-marion.org
  • Category: Free

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 - ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

WIC Breastfeeding Class

The Marion County WIC Program offers a free breastfeeding class for new or expecting moms. The class will go over ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: WIC Main Office: 1801 SE 32nd Ave. Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

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

Dance About (ages 5-12) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Students will join weekly dance classes with Dance Alive National Ballet. This all-inclusive program is open to students of all ...

  • 4:00 pm -  4:45 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Games on a Table at Reddick Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games!

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: 15150 NW Gainesville Road Reddick, Florida 32686
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

After School Tutoring with Ramal Services

Free after school tutoring for grades 1-5.

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 306 NW 7th Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ramalservices.org
  • Category: Free

Dance About (ages 13-17) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Students will join weekly dance classes with Dance Alive National Ballet. This all-inclusive program is open to students of all ...

  • 4:45 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

Casual, Fun and FREE! All formats are welcome! Come in, play a few games of MTG!

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2750 E. Silver Springs Blvd. #201-202 , Ocala, FL, United States, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Belleview Fit Camp

Be fit, be strong, kid-friendly, bring water and a mat!

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: 5615 SE 110th Place, Belleview Fl. 34420 (behind the community center)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

10October

City Walkers (All Ages)

Come walk with us! Bring your friends or come make new friends as we get our steps in at the ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Mobile Health Unit at Marion Oaks Recreation

The Mobile Health Unit will be providing services at Marion Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. Services provided: HIV/STD, Immunizations, & WIC If ...

  • 9:30 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Road, Ocala FL 34472
  • Cost: FREE Program
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Happy Feet Fitness (Ages 4 and Under) at Mary Sue Rich Community

Let your kids get up, get out, and get moving! Join us along with the Sankofa Library staff for engaging ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Toddling Two's at Belleview Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers.

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 - ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

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

Star Wars League at Vibranium Comics

Every Thursday is casual play for Star Wars Unlimited! Come play a game, get a weekly promo pack for free, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2801 S.W. 20th Street, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Chess at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Discover the fundamentals of chess, from understanding the board and its squares to learning the value and moves of each ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

Village View Church Game Night

Game Night Every Thursday Thursday, October 10, 6–8pm

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 ...

11October

City Walkers (All Ages)

Come walk with us! Bring your friends or come make new friends as we get our steps in at the ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Mom Support Group at Loving Arms Birth and Wellness Center

Support group for moms of young children. Get together each week with other moms to have some adult time and ...

Forge Care Days at Fort King with The Bearded Brotherhood

Stop by Fort King National Historic Landmark and check out the Bearded Brotherhood. They are working on our portable forges ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark, 3925 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free for all ages
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under)

Young children will have the opportunity to play a wide variety of sports and games that are suited for their ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Walk and Stroll

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

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Community Center: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 - ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

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

Ocala Pumpkin Patch Opening Night

Come and join us for opening night celebrations at the Patch! We will have there an Inflatable Bounce House, Slide, ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1126 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween Festival presented by the Gray Family

It’s that time again! Join us for Ocala’s biggest and Best Halloween festival! We’re going to have costume contests, Candy, ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Downtown Market I 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission and Parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Haunted Trail

Haunted Trail open all Friday and Saturday evenings in October from 7pm to 11pm, Including Halloween Night! For all ages, ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 5733 SW 116th PL RD, Ocala, FL 34476
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
12October

CANCELED: McIntosh 1890's Festival

Annual arts, crafts and antiques festival. Over 280 vendors, and all day free entertainment in Victorian town of McIntosh. Admission ...

  • 8:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 5835 Avenue G McIntosh, FL 32664
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Science Saturdays with IHMC

Science Saturdays is a hands-on science program for kids in grades 3rd-7th. Events take place on Saturday morning, once each ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 15 Se Osceola Avenue, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free but tickets required!
  • Website: www.ihmc.us
  • Category: 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. ...

Forge Care Days at Fort King with The Bearded Brotherhood

Stop by Fort King National Historic Landmark and check out the Bearded Brotherhood. They are working on our portable forges ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark, 3925 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free for all ages
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Happy Birthday, Mr. Appleton at The Appleton Museum

Enjoy free admission on October 12th and 13th, in honor of Arthur I. Appleton (1915-2008). Hours on Saturday are 10 ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Appleton Museum of Art: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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.

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Headquarters-Ocala: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Super Saturday Therapeutic Basketball

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

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center: 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Tag Team Field Day

Join us for a rejuvenating and uplifting experience at Webb Field. Our therapeutic field day aims to promote physical and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Webb Field | 1501 W Silver Springs Blvd.
  • Cost: $20 - Registration Required
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Fall Festival at Ascension Lutheran Church

Live Steel Drum Music with Sean Thomas. Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chips and Ice Cream! Rocket launch, face painting, ring toss, ...

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft

Join us on the Second Saturday of every month, free craft activity and more!

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Paddock Mall, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.jcpenney.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

  • 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

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 - ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Creepy Cupcakes at Marion Oaks Public Library

Trick and treat!

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Public Library, 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Flicks at Reddick Public Library

Movies for the whole family. Anyone younger than age 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: 15150 NW Gainesville Road Reddick, Florida 32686
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Over the Rainbow: An Oz-tacular Celebration at Dunnellon Public Library

All things Oz! Costumes encouraged.

Pokemon League at Vibranium Comics

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

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 2801 S.W. 20th Street, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Heritage Festival at Spanish Springs

Celebrate cultures from around the world during The Heritage Festival in Spanish Springs Town Square on October 12th from 4pm-9pm. ...

Haunted Trail

Haunted Trail open all Friday and Saturday evenings in October from 7pm to 11pm, Including Halloween Night! For all ages, ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 5733 SW 116th PL RD, Ocala, FL 34476
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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