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November 27 - December 3

City Walkers (All Ages)

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

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 ...

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 ...

WIC Breastfeeding Class

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

Easy Street Fun Center Thanksgiving Break

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: 2 hour armband for only $32
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

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

Belleview Fit Camp

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

The Nightmare Before Christmas at Ocala's Marion Theatre

Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Pumpkin King Jack Skellington longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his ...

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! Wednesdays - * Charlie Horse ...

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 ...

YMCA Turkey Trot

Strong traditions build strong communities, and at the Y, that’s exactly what we’re all about. Our 29th Annual Frank DeLuca ...

  • 6:00 am -  9:30 am 
  • Location: 3200 SE 17th Street Ocala, FL US 34471
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: ymcacf.org
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

Pie Gobbler 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, Half Marathon at Baseline Road Trailhead

This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series. Packet pickup starts 30 ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Registration Fees are $25-$65 based on event
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

Kindred Spirits Sanctuary - Thank-a-Turkey Vegan Potluck

You're invited to Kindred Spirits Sanctuary's annual Thanksgiving Day Potluck! Join us on Thanksgiving Day from 12-5pm. Please bring a ...

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 ...

Keystone Charity Arabian Horse Experience

Join us at the spectacular World Equestrian Center, Ocala for the Keystone Arabian Horse Experience in conjunction with the Annual ...

Easy Street Fun Center Thanksgiving Break

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: 2 hour armband for only $32
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center

Enjoy the lights every day Friday, November 29 – Saturday, December 23, 2024. throughout Winter Wonderland. Weekend entertainment and festivities ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center: 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala FL 34482
  • Cost: General Parking Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: $10 (grass lot) General Parking Fridays and Saturdays: $30 (grass lot) General Parking Sunday, December 22 and Monday, December 23: $30 (grass lot)
  • Website: worldequestriancenter.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Nightmare Before Christmas at Ocala's Marion Theatre

Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Pumpkin King Jack Skellington longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his ...

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

Experience the Florida's Christmas Train! You’ll get to see Christmas lights like you’ve never seen before as you take the ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th Street, Williston, Florida 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $19.99 | Children 3-9: $12.99 | Children 2 and under: Free
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

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

Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre

One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa’s bag of toys… Raised as an elf, Buddy ...

Breakfast with Santa at World Equestrian Center

Breakfast With Santa at Stirrups Terrace. Gather for a magical breakfast on the terrace including story time with Santa, children’s ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: World Equestrian Cente (Stirrups Terrace): 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala FL 34482
  • Cost: Adult: $45 per person |Child ages 5-12: $25 per child |Children under 5: Reserve a complimentary ticket
  • Website: www.showclix.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Kids Workshops at The Home Depot

Join us for free in-person Kids Workshops for our Holiday November Workshop- Cocoa Ornament. While supplies last. These workshops take ...

  • 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 ...

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

Walk-On Days at Wayne's World of Paintball

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

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 Model Railroaders' Historic Preservation Society Train Show

The Ocala Model Railroaders' Historic Preservation Society will host their bi-monthly Open House on Saturday November 30, 2024 from 10 ...

Super Saturday Therapeutic Basketball

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

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

Epic Theater Sensory Friendly Showings

Movies are meant to be enjoyed by everyone, and that is exactly why Epic Theatres has introduced Sensory Friendly Screenings. ...

Keystone Charity Arabian Horse Experience

Join us at the spectacular World Equestrian Center, Ocala for the Keystone Arabian Horse Experience in conjunction with the Annual ...

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

Shop Small Saturday at Marley Mae

It's the most wonderful day of the year - the day to support your favorite local small businesses! Also, our ...

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

Ratatouille at Ocala's Marion Theatre

A rat named Remy dreams of becoming a great chef despite his family’s wishes, and the obvious problem of being ...

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

Pokemon League at Vibranium Comics

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

Toys for Tatts at 352 Tattoo Ocala

SANTA CLAUS is coming to 352 Tattoo Ocala. FREE pictures with Santa FREE tattoos for kids. We’re also doing a toy donation ...

Song Farmers at Dunnellon Public Library

Share a love of music with other hometown musicians. Players and listeners of all ages welcome!

Tree Lighting Festival at Lake Sumter Landing Market Square

Come join us as we kick off this holiday season, The Tree Lighting Festival at Lake Sumter Landing is our ...

Parent's Night Out at Florida Twirling Academy (Girls VPK-6th grade)

We will have a pizza dinner, movie time, outside games, crafts, baton class, dance class, and so much more planned! ...

  • 4:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Sparklette Studio, 4095 SE 45th CT, Unit 1, Ocala, Fl 34480
  • Cost: $40 per girl
  • Website: docs.google.com
  • Category: Other

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

Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center

Enjoy the lights every day Friday, November 29 – Saturday, December 23, 2024. throughout Winter Wonderland. Weekend entertainment and festivities ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center: 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala FL 34482
  • Cost: General Parking Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: $10 (grass lot) General Parking Fridays and Saturdays: $30 (grass lot) General Parking Sunday, December 22 and Monday, December 23: $30 (grass lot)
  • Website: worldequestriancenter.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

Experience the Florida's Christmas Train! You’ll get to see Christmas lights like you’ve never seen before as you take the ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th Street, Williston, Florida 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $19.99 | Children 3-9: $12.99 | Children 2 and under: Free
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Family Night/Open Skate at Skate Mania

Fun for the whole family, every Saturday night.

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL, United States
  • Cost: $10 admission | $45 for family of 5
  • 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 ...

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

The Nightmare Before Christmas at Ocala's Marion Theatre

Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Pumpkin King Jack Skellington longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his ...

Brown's and Brown's Holly Day Out

This family friendly event will kick off the holiday season and will feature shopping from over 200+ vendors, 25+ farm ...

Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E Cheese

Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families who have children with autism and other special needs. Our Sensory events ...

Walk-On Days at Wayne's World of Paintball

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

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

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 ...

Winter Wonderland Kids Fun Fest

Come out and Join us for another amazing Kids Fun Fest at the Ocala Downtown Market! This is a Winter ...

Community Music Conservatory Winter Recital at Reilly Arts Center

Cheer on CMC students as they showcase their semester’s skills and talents in an engaging recital! This showcase will feature ...

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

Seasons of Joy Christmas Concert at Joy Lutheran Church

Join us for a perennial favorite, the concert that inspired an entire concert series, our Fourth Annual Christmas Concert. Featuring ...

Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre

One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa’s bag of toys… Raised as an elf, Buddy ...

Light Up Marion Oaks

This fun with something always unexpected is a blast for all ages. Music, food trucks, Santa with his friends, games ...

Revo Church Christmas Tree Lighting

Come join us for the First-Annual Revo Christmas Tree Lighting!

Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center

Enjoy the lights every day Friday, November 29 – Saturday, December 23, 2024. throughout Winter Wonderland. Weekend entertainment and festivities ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center: 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala FL 34482
  • Cost: General Parking Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: $10 (grass lot) General Parking Fridays and Saturdays: $30 (grass lot) General Parking Sunday, December 22 and Monday, December 23: $30 (grass lot)
  • Website: worldequestriancenter.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

City Walkers (All Ages)

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

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: Ongoing Programs, 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.

Kid's Pottery Wheel Class at Picasso's Palette (Ages 8-12)

Get ready for a fun and creative experience at Picasso's Palette! Join us for our KIDS Pottery Wheel event where ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, Fl 34471
  • Cost: $51-Registration is Required
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • Category: Classes

Monday Night Sports at Brick City Adventure Park

Come join the Marion County Recreation Staff at Brick City Adventure Park for some fun with "unorganized sports" under the ...

Belleview Fit Camp

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

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

City Walkers (All Ages)

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

Footprints in Motion Mom's Morning Out

Children ages 3-7. Includes storytime, games, crafts, activities, obstacle course and dance party.

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 3620 NE 8th Place #12, Ocala
  • Cost: $30 per child |$25 additional siblings
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

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 PE at Crossfit 1088

60 min class designed for kids age 5-17 focused on fitness, fun and building a foundation of exercise and nutrition ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: 3270 Se 58th Ave #1 Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Call for rates
  • Website: crossfit1088.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Mommy and Me at Gracefull Gymnastics

This class is for ages 2-4. This class is our most basic that we offer and is focused on developing ...

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: Ongoing Programs, Free

Museum and Me Pre-K Program at Appleton Museum of Art

A program that introduces pre-K children (ages 2-5) to the museum. This class will meet in the museum lobby and ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Member: Free |Non-Member: Included with Admission Fee
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

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

Kid's Pottery Wheel Class at Picasso's Palette (Ages 8-12)

Get ready for a fun and creative experience at Picasso's Palette! Join us for our KIDS Pottery Wheel event where ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, Fl 34471
  • Cost: $51-Registration is Required
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • 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: MANGAlicious at Sankofa Library

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

Spanish Springs Market Night

Market Night is a popular enhancement to the Nightly Entertainment at all three of our town squares. With a wide ...

Storytime with The Mayor

Our Mayor will read a book to the kids while they enjoy snacks, activities, and the excitement of getting a ...

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 ...

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! Tuesdays - * Charlie Horse ...

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