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December 18 - 24

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

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

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

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

Jingle Jam Family Experience at Trinity Baptist Church

Enjoy our Jingle Jam with music and a fun program.

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Trinity Baptist Church, 1600 SE 58th Ave Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: 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 ...

The Church at Triple Cross presents Birth of the Christ Child

The Story of The Birth Of Christ Christmas Carols A Live Animals December 18th Wednesday Night 7pm Outside Event, Bring a Lawn Chair, ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Church at Triple Cross, 20736 NW 100 Ave Rd, Shiloh, FL 32667
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mobile Health Unit at Forest Public Library

The Mobile Health Unit will be providing services at Forest Public Library. Services provided: HIV/STD, Childhood Immunizations, & WIC If you are ...

  • 9:30 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Forest Public Library: 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Free

Oaks Tiny Tots Holiday Party 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

Santa TOT Time at Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center

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

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Road, Ocala FL 34472
  • Cost: Free for the community
  • 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

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

Four Square Club at Brick City Adventure (Ages 5 and up)

Get ready to bounce into action with our 4-Square Club! This classic playground game is back and better than ever. ...

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Brick City Adventure Park: 1211 SE 22nd Road Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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

Orange Blossom Ramblers at Forest Community Center

Join us for a free bluegrass concert every third Saturday of the month!

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 777 S County Road 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.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

YALLA Teen Club: ConFAB at Forest Public Library

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

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • 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

Greater Dunnellon Historical Society Train Depot Holiday Christmas Cookie Extravaganza

The stocking(s) have been hung with care in preparation for our Thursday, Dec 19 Christmas Open House and Cookie Extravaganza ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 12061 S Williams St, Dunnellon, Florida
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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 ...

Forest Jam at Forest Community Center

All ages. Musicians of all levels are welcome to join in for an evening of music. Bring your instrument or ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

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. ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Downtown Square
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

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: Free

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 ...

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 ...

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

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: 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

Evening with Santa at Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center

Inflatables, Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Decorate Cookies with Santa. Bring your family to take pictures with Santa, the Grinch, Paw Patrol, ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 590 Silver River Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free for the community
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Rec It Fridays (Any Age) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Join us for the perfect family-friendly gathering of recreational games and activities. Our dedicated recreation staff will have a variety of ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Cookies with Santa (Sensory-Friendly) at Wildwood Community Center

Santa is coming to town! He will be at the community center at 5:00 p.m. for a sensory-friendly meet-and-greet and cookie ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 Powell Rd Wildwood, FL 34785
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Ocala Oddities Market at Ocala Downtown Market

FREE Photos with Santa at All December Events! Welcome to another amazing installment of the Ocala Oddities Market, Christmas Edition! Located ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Cookies with Santa at Wildwood Community Center

Join us to decorate cookies, take pictures with Santa, and make some reindeer food to bring home! Celebrate the magic ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 Powell Rd Wildwood, FL 34785
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Dunnellon Community Church Christmas Family Festival

Welcome to our Annual Christmas Family Festival! Admission, Santa's Lighted Hayride, Movies, Elves Play Zone, and Cake Walk are FREE ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Turkey Hollow Farm, 19890 SE 62nd Pl, Morriston, FL 32668
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Friday Night Done Right at Skate A Way South (School Aged Youth)

Join us for FREE admission and skate rental at Skateway South on Friday, December 20th from 6 PM to 9 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Skateway South, 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: 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

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

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. ...

Merry Morning Fest at Silver Springs Shores Recreation

Breakfast and pictures with Santa, while supplies last. All Ages Admitted. Come play dodgeball with the Grinch.

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 590 Silver River Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free for the community
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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

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

Reindeer Romp at Reddick Public Library

Festive, frosty, in-person fun has begun! Join in all the reindeer games, romp to the music and take home amazing ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Reddick Public Library: 15150 NW Gainesville Road, Reddick, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • 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

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

Spanish Springs Christmas Cruise In

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

Merry and Bright Holiday Event at The Pavillion at Green Gaits

Join Us for Our First Annual Holiday Event! Come celebrate the season with us at The Pavilion at Green Gaits ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 7029 FL-40, Ocala, FL 34482
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Dunnellon Community Church Christmas Family Festival

Welcome to our Annual Christmas Family Festival! Admission, Santa's Lighted Hayride, Movies, Elves Play Zone, and Cake Walk are FREE ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Turkey Hollow Farm, 19890 SE 62nd Pl, Morriston, FL 32668
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Good Shepherd Annual Living Nativity Pageant

FREE and Fun for the whole family - live animals, actors, large-as-life constructed scenes that tell the whole story of ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 151 SW 87th Place, Ocala, FL 34476
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Sunday Junk In The Trunk

This Giant Community Yard Sale, Junk In The Trunk, will be back for the Sunday shoppers (and the last minute ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Brown and Brown Farms: 13940 US Hwy 301, Oxford, FL 34484
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Ocala Downtown Holiday Market

Enjoy shopping with multiple vendors and food trucks. There will be entertainment and activities for children. The Ocala Downtown Market is ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Scooter's Christmas Pajama Bash at Brownwood

Scooter’s Christmas Pajama Bash brings all of your favorite Christmas activities to Brownwood for this amazing event. Come out for ...

A Very Merry Christmas Celebration at Neighborhood Church Ocala

Family activities, tasty food, Christmas music- altogether Fun! You're invited to a Christmas-time, family-friendly, musical celebration! Grab the kids, bring some ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Neighborhood Church Ocala, 6474 Northeast 7th Street, Ocala, FL34470
  • Cost: Free- RSVP Requested
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Good Shepherd Annual Living Nativity Pageant

FREE and Fun for the whole family - live animals, actors, large-as-life constructed scenes that tell the whole story of ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 151 SW 87th Place, Ocala, FL 34476
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Christmas at the Farm at Diamond A Farm

Join us Sunday, December 22nd at 6:30pm for carols, hay rides, candlelight, communion, birthday cake for Jesus, & fun for ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Diamond A Farm I 13101 S. Highway 475, Ocala, FL 34480
  • 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

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

Cross Pointe Ocala Christmas

Join us for Christmas at Cross Pointe! - Ginger Bread Houses - Pictures with Santa - Cookie Decorating - Hot Chocolate Bar

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: Free

Christmas Eve Eve Service at TruLife Church

This service will be a beautiful time to gather with family and friends, reflect on the true meaning of Christmas ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: TruLife Church, 1345 Pine Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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