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08December

Sensitive Santa at Paddock Mall

Sensitive Santa welcomes guests with special needs to a special photo experience supportive of sensory, physical, and developmental needs. Sensitive ...

Brunch and Play Breakfast with Santa at Ocala West United Methodist

Breakfast with Santa! Breakfast for the whole family, games, crafts and more! This is a FREE event! All children, youth, ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Ocala West United Methodist Church, 9330 SW 105th St, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Midtown Station Holiday Market

Join us for our holiday market, just in time for some holiday shopping! Lots of local arts and crafts vendor ...

The Secret of Snowflake County Children's Musical at Cornerstone Ocala

Children's Christmas Musical Concert at Cornerstone Ocala.

Christmas Kickoff at Trinity Baptist Church

Join us to start the Christmas Season right with our Christmas Kickoff Celebration THIS Sunday December 8th!

Painting with Santa at Picasso's Palette

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at Picasso's Palette with our special event: Painting with Santa! Join us for ...

Winter Fest at Amber Brooke Farms

Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...

  • 11:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: See website for ticket prices.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 12th! - Dickens Village Miniature - Nutcracker Collection - Santa Collection - ...

Belleview Christmas Parade

Held the first Sunday in December, citizens from all over South Marion County come to enjoy the annual Belleview Christmas ...

Chritmas in Oz by Community Stages

Step into the magic of the holiday season with Christmas in Oz! Join Community Stages and The Trunk and Trek ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Appleton Museum, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free-Reservations Requested
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Emmanuel, God with Us Hosted by Dance Divine School of Ballet

Light of Joy Ballet Company presents the anniversary showing of Emmanuel, God with Us! a classical rendition of the Christmas ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, FL, 34474
  • Cost: FREE ADMISSION - No tickets required; seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Website: www.dancedivineocala.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Ocala's Marion theatre

On the outskirts of Whoville lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch who plans to ruin Christmas for all of the citizens ...

Phantasmagoria: “An Even More Haunted Victorian Christmas” at Reilly Arts Center

Gather round the fire as critically acclaimed Victorian Performance Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA returns with their all new collection of Haunted (and ...

Ocala Youth Symphony Holiday Christmas Concert

Ocala Youth Symphony presents a Holiday Christmas concert. Come join us at First Christian Church.

Pops! Goes the Holidays at Reilly Arts Center

Featuring your favorite music from Mannheim Steamroller, Home Alone, the Nutcracker and more, you do not want to miss this ...

The Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band: The Joy Of Christmas

Originally founded in March 1990, the Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band is an all-volunteer organization. The band rehearses every ...

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

Festival of Trees at Cottom Farm's Christmas Village

Join us for our 1st Annual Festival of Trees!! This exciting event will feature beautifully decorated trees by local businesses, ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Cottom's Farm, 4650 Marion County Road, Weirsdale, FL 32195
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Majesty of Christmas Presented by Wings of Faith Fellowship

Join us for this year’s Christmas presentation, “The Majesty of Christmas,” by our adult choir and music ministry. Enjoy stirring ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Wings of Faith Fellowship, 5066 SE 64th Avenue Road, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Meet Me At The Manger Children's Musical

Join us December 6th and 8th at 7pm for two incredible performances of “Meet Me At The Manger” presented by ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Souls Harbor Christian Academy, 12650 SE County Highway 484, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Free Tickets are Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Phantasmagoria: “An Even More Haunted Victorian Christmas” at Reilly Arts Center

Gather round the fire as critically acclaimed Victorian Performance Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA returns with their all new collection of Haunted (and ...

09December

Christmas in Oz at Sankofa Public Library

Dorothy returns to Oz to save her Kansas farm with the help of her friends. There's no place like home ...

Movies at Ocala Drive In

Showing Dec. 6 through Dec. 12: Screen One: MOANA 2 at 7:00 PM followed by RED ONE at 8:55. Screen ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Drive-In, 4850 S Pine Ave Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Adults $6 |Children (6-12) $3 |Children 5 and under FREE.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
10December

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 12th! - Dickens Village Miniature - Nutcracker Collection - Santa Collection - ...

Santa on the Square

Santa's made his list and checked it twice, so now he's coming to Ocala, where all the children are nice. ...

Movies at Ocala Drive In

Showing Dec. 6 through Dec. 12: Screen One: MOANA 2 at 7:00 PM followed by RED ONE at 8:55. Screen ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Drive-In, 4850 S Pine Ave Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Adults $6 |Children (6-12) $3 |Children 5 and under FREE.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
11December

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 12th! - Dickens Village Miniature - Nutcracker Collection - Santa Collection - ...

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

Polar Express at Marion County Public Library

Don your pajamas and hop aboard "The Polar Express" for a fun-filled night of stories, crafts, and more based on ...

Movies at Ocala Drive In

Showing Dec. 6 through Dec. 12: Screen One: MOANA 2 at 7:00 PM followed by RED ONE at 8:55. Screen ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Drive-In, 4850 S Pine Ave Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Adults $6 |Children (6-12) $3 |Children 5 and under FREE.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
12December

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 12th! - Dickens Village Miniature - Nutcracker Collection - Santa Collection - ...

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

How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Ocala's Marion theatre

On the outskirts of Whoville lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch who plans to ruin Christmas for all of the citizens ...

Ranch Style Christmas Celebration by Heart of Florida Youth Ranch

Join us for our annual Ranch Style Christmas Celebration! This year we're celebrating 10 years of our director, Dr. John ...

Santa on the Square

Santa's made his list and checked it twice, so now he's coming to Ocala, where all the children are nice. ...

Movies at Ocala Drive In

Showing Dec. 6 through Dec. 12: Screen One: MOANA 2 at 7:00 PM followed by RED ONE at 8:55. Screen ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Drive-In, 4850 S Pine Ave Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Adults $6 |Children (6-12) $3 |Children 5 and under FREE.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
13December

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 12th! - Dickens Village Miniature - Nutcracker Collection - Santa Collection - ...

Winter Fest at Amber Brooke Farms

Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: See website for ticket prices.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Marion Oaks Community Dog Park Photos with Santa

Bring your pups and grab a photo with Santa.

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: Holiday Events

St. John Lutheran presents Nights of Lights

St John Lutheran Church and School invites you and your family to: • A beautiful lighted Christmas walk-through with thousands ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 1915 SE Lake Weir Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free (donations welcome)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Glory Touching Earth presented by First Baptist of Belleview

Join us as the FBC Belleview Worship and Arts Department presents "Glory Touching Earth"-a powerful celebration of the true meaning ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: First Baptist Church of Belleview, 6107 SE Agnew Rd, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Polar Express at Barnes and Noble Ocala

Calling all little believers! Wear your favorite holiday pajamas and get ready for a magical evening. We'll be reading the ...

Danscompany of Gainesville presents Cinderella

Danscompany of Gainesville is grateful for each season we get to do what we love- dance and be in community! ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts: 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida, 32611
  • Cost: $15 | Children under 10 are free with donation of new unwrapped toy or book (while supplies last)
  • Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday After Dark In the Park Movie Series - Santa Buddies

It's movie time! Join us for FREE movies throughout the year at different City of Ocala parks. Be sure to ...

14December

Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Cottom Farm's Christmas Village

Tickets include a hayride to and from Santa's Southern home. Enjoy a breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, fruit and orange ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 am 
  • Location: Cottom's Farm, 4650 Marion County Road, Weirsdale, FL 32195
  • Cost: $15 per person *Tickets must be reserved in advance by calling our office at (352) 751-4544*
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Breakfast with Santa and his Reindeer at Mayhem Ranch

Experience the magic of the season at our Breakfast with Santa & his Reindeer! Join us for a cozy morning, ...

Breakfast with Santa at World Equestrian Center

Breakfast With Santa at Exposition Center 1 (indoors). Gather for a magical breakfast on the terrace including story time with ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center Exposition Center 1 (indoors): 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

Countdown to Christmas Craft and Vendor Fair at Cottom Farm's Christmas Village

Local Vendors, Bounce Houses, and Crafters, Food Vendors, and Free Pictures with Santa at noon

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Cottom's Farm, 4650 Marion County Road, Weirsdale, FL 32195
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 12th! - Dickens Village Miniature - Nutcracker Collection - Santa Collection - ...

Gem Mining With Santa at The Canyons Zipline and Adventure Park

Spend an unforgettable day with Santa himself! Enjoy gem mining, capture festive photos, and collect real gems, crystals, Christmas prizes, ...

Rainbow Lakes Estates Holly Jolly Christmas Party

Join us for our 2nd annual Holly, Jolly Christmas Party! FREE FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! - Enjoy Christmas card making - ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center- 4030 SW Deepwater CT., Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Polar Paradise: Rodeo Roundup at Belleview Public Library

Giddy up for a rootin'-tootin' good time! A wagonful of fun with rodeo performances, line dancing and tasty vittles. Wild ...

Elephant Appreciation Christmas at All About Elephants

Elephant Appreciation Christmas Fundraiser at Two Tails Ranch. Food, special guests, educational animal talks and interactions.

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Two Tails Ranch: 18655 NE 81st St, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Adults:$20 |Children (9 and younger):$10 |Children (2 and younger): Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Winter Fest at Amber Brooke Farms

Our Winter Fest is back, and we’re excited to announce our December dates! Mark your calendars for a month filled ...

  • 11:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: See website for ticket prices.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Two Hawk Hammock Country Circus

The 14th annual Two Hawk Country Circus is back with live music, circus shows, equestrian acts, kids activities and more!

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Two Hawk Hammock: 17950 Northeast 53rd Lane, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Advance: $15 |Door: $20 |Senior and Military: $12 |Kids 12 and under Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cookie Class at Be Still Bakery (Ages 12 and up)

Come join me for some holiday cookie decorating fun at AR Workshop in Ocala on December 14, 2024 at 1pm. ...

Danscompany of Gainesville presents Cinderella

Danscompany of Gainesville is grateful for each season we get to do what we love- dance and be in community! ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts: 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida, 32611
  • Cost: $15 | Children under 10 are free with donation of new unwrapped toy or book (while supplies last)
  • Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Holiday Events

Chritmas in Oz by Community Stages

Step into the magic of the holiday season with Christmas in Oz! Join Community Stages and The Trunk and Trek ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Heritage Nature Conservancy, 2005 NE 3rd St, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free-Reservations Requested
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa's Sensory Friendly Social at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Come out to see Santa and Ms. Clause for an unforgettable experience for your child or children with loved ones ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place-1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free-Registration is Required
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Pre-Parade Concert in Veteran's Park

Come out before the Ocala Christmas Parade and enjoy a free concert at Veteran's Park. There will be music and ...

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

Christmas in the Quarry at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens

Celebrate the Magic of the Season Join us for Christmas in the Quarry, where the gardens transform into a dazzling winter ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens: 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, Florida 32696
  • Cost: Adults: $10 | Children 6-13: $5 |Free Children 5 and under
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Ocala Christmas Parade

This years theme is A Candy Land Christmas! The Parade Route: The route begins at the intersection of SE 25th Avenue and ...

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: Holiday Events

St. John Lutheran presents Nights of Lights

St John Lutheran Church and School invites you and your family to: • A beautiful lighted Christmas walk-through with thousands ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 1915 SE Lake Weir Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free (donations welcome)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Danscompany of Gainesville presents Cinderella

Danscompany of Gainesville is grateful for each season we get to do what we love- dance and be in community! ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Curtis M Phillips Center for Performing Arts: 3201 Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida, 32611
  • Cost: $15 | Children under 10 are free with donation of new unwrapped toy or book (while supplies last)
  • Website: performingarts.ufl.edu
  • Category: Holiday Events
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