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11August

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 - ...

Ocala Kidz Fest

Get ready for a weekend of non-stop family fun at the first Annual Ocala Kidz Fest! Experience a wide array ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center (Expo Center 2): 1598 NW 87th Court Rd, Ocala, FL 34482.
  • Cost: $8 online in advance|$12 at door|24 months and under Free with an adult
  • 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 ...

Community Family Fun Day

Join us for a Community Family Fun Event including a Bounce House/Water Slide and water play area, a fire truck ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church: 3453 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: Stmattocalafl.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Back to School Bash at Williston Middle

Free hair cuts for back to school!

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 350 Robert Philpot Wy, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Open skate for summer fun!

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $9 includes skates-$7 if you bring skates
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Izaiah Guy Back to School Giveaway

Everything FREE! Haircuts, Braids, Hotdogs, Hamburgers, school supplies, backpacks & more

12August

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

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

Join us for a summer of unforgettable moments, laughter, and new friendships at Rec It Studio's theme weeks! Our activities ...

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 - ...

Ocala Steel Orchestra at Lillian F. Bryant Communty Center

Ocala Steel Orchestra (OSO), we are offering free music lessons on steelpans and percussion for kids (ages 7-18). Our mission ...

E-Sports Drop In Program

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

Kids Fitness Class (Ages 5-12) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Join our Fun and Fit Summer Class designed just for kids! This class is all about having a blast while ...

Youth Skills and Drills at Healthy Harts Fitness

Gotta Have Hart! Healthy Harts Fitness is for everyone as well as being a judgement free zone - Ocala's Premier ...

Belleview Fit Camp

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

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
13August

City Walkers (All Ages)

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

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 ...

Master Gardener Plant Clinic at Fort McCoy Public Library

The plant doctors are in! Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Marion County.

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

Marion Oaks Dog Park Grand Opening

- Onsite adoptions with Marion County Animal Services - Free doggy bags while supplies last!

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

Join us for a summer of unforgettable moments, laughter, and new friendships at Rec It Studio's theme weeks! Our activities ...

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 - ...

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

Introducing Discovery Center’s Wonder Lab! This series will follow a STEAM-centered theme every week with a complimentary hands-on activity. Wonder ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: This program is free with admission.
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

Bingo Night at Brooklyn's Backyard

This fun, free event includes 2 rounds of play and prizes for the top 3 winners of each round. Check ...

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 ...

14August

City Walkers (All Ages)

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

Homeschool PE and Art at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Our program offers a unique blend of physical fitness and artistic expression. Students will have the opportunity to unleash their ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 1821 NW 21 Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: $25 per person/month
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Mornings with Mommy

Mornings with Mommy is an educational playgroup for caregivers and children infant to toddler along with age appropriate activities. Mornings ...

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Revo Church: 3140 SW 26th St, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $20/ per child single class
  • Website: www.nievesmusicstudio.com
  • Category: Classes

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

Join us for a summer of unforgettable moments, laughter, and new friendships at Rec It Studio's theme weeks! Our activities ...

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 - ...

WIC Breastfeeding Class

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

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 ...

Ocala Steel Orchestra at Lillian F. Bryant Communty Center

Ocala Steel Orchestra (OSO), we are offering free music lessons on steelpans and percussion for kids (ages 7-18). Our mission ...

Creative Lettering and Calligraphy for Youth (Ages 7 - 17)

Kids can find relaxation as well as enjoyment in using hand lettering to create handmade projects for themselves and their families. ...

Kids Fitness Class (Ages 5-12) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Join our Fun and Fit Summer Class designed just for kids! This class is all about having a blast while ...

Youth Skills and Drills at Healthy Harts Fitness

Gotta Have Hart! Healthy Harts Fitness is for everyone as well as being a judgement free zone - Ocala's Premier ...

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!

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 ...

15August

City Walkers (All Ages)

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

Replant Day at Community Garden

Get your hands dirty at the Ocala Wellness Community Garden replant day! We will be planting seasonal seeds and cleaning up ...

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 ...

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 ...

Story Time Science at Discovery Center

Come get cozy as we read a story about science and complete a science experiment based on the story. All ...

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

Join us for a summer of unforgettable moments, laughter, and new friendships at Rec It Studio's theme weeks! Our activities ...

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 - ...

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

Introducing Discovery Center’s Wonder Lab! This series will follow a STEAM-centered theme every week with a complimentary hands-on activity. Wonder ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: This program is free with admission.
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

Orange Blossom Ramblers at Forest Community Center

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

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, ...

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 ...

  • 5:15 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Revo Church: 3140 SW 26th St, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $20/ per child single class
  • Website: www.nievesmusicstudio.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

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 ...

Fort King Summer Nights Lecture Series (Ages 13+)

Come be immersed in history as we explore Ocala's and Florida's past. Different topics each week with presentations by professionals ...

Luau Party at Marion Oaks Community Center - MSTU

Bring your Skaka (Aloha Spirit). Feel free to wear your Hawaiian shirt & grass skirt! Games, music and dinner. No ...

Balloon Twisting 101

Learn how to balloon twist. All supplies included, ages 12 and up!

Indoor R/C Car Racing at Newred Hobbies

Indoor R/C car racing!

  • 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! Thursdays - * The Anchor ...

16August

Library Closed Days and Holidays

Headquarters-Ocala, Forest and Marion Oaks Library System locations closed.

City Walkers (All Ages)

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

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 ...

Homeschool PE at Crossfit 1088

60 min class designed for kids age 5-16- 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: $12 per person or $10 for 3+ groups
  • Website: crossfit1088.com
  • Category: Classes

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

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

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

Join us for a summer of unforgettable moments, laughter, and new friendships at Rec It Studio's theme weeks! Our activities ...

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: Revo Church: 3140 SW 26th St, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $20/ per child single class
  • Website: www.nievesmusicstudio.com
  • Category: Classes

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 - ...

Critter Meet and Greet at Discovery Center

Introducing Discovery Center’s Critter Meet & Greet! Get up close and personal with one of Discovery Center’s resident critters! Each ...

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 ...

Kids Fitness Class (Ages 5-12) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Join our Fun and Fit Summer Class designed just for kids! This class is all about having a blast while ...

Friday Foodie Fest at Lake Lillian

Foodie Fest will be held every fourth Friday of the month. Come out and enjoy a variety of food trucks ...

Open Play Volleyball at Marion Oaks Recreation Center (ages 16+)

We will have open play volleyball. This is a free program that will take place at our outdoor sand court ...

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

Join us for Rec-It Fridays every third Friday! Recreation staff will put out fun recreational games and activities for families ...

Hammer & Stain Pick Your Project

Open paint, open studio! Join us to create in the studio with us. This is a walk in workshop where ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Hammer & Stain: 6158 SW State Road 200, Ocala, Florida 34476
  • Cost: Varies See Website
  • Website: hammerandstainocala.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

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 ...

17August

Viking 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon

This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series. It is not ...

Outdoor Expo at WEC

Educating and celebrating outdoor activities in North Central Florida! Vendors, food, activities and exhibits! Fun for the whole family. Whether ...

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 ...

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 - ...

Family Community Day at Lake Weir and Harbor View

Family day with free backpacks, haircuts, lunch, games, activities, immunizations and much more!

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 10220 SE Sunset Harbor Rd, Summerfield, FL 34491
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

LaKilla Boxing at Mary Sue Rich Community Center (Ages 10+)

This boxing class is designed for everyone ages 10+, regardless of body or fitness level. Experience a variety of boxing ...

Lowes Kids' Workshops

Attend a monthly Kids' Workshop with your mini-DIYer. Register your mini-DIYer for upcoming workshops. - Complete 6 workshops and become a ...

Mornings with Mommy

Mornings with Mommy is an educational playgroup for caregivers and children infant to toddler along with age appropriate activities. Mornings ...

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

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

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

Summer Days at Diamond Auto Wash

Join us every Saturday this summer from 12-2pm for a fun-filled family event! Bring the kids and enjoy sidewalk chalk, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 5201 SE Abshier Boulevard, Belleview, FL
  • Cost: Free while you get your car washed
  • 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 - ...

Indoor R/C Car Racing at Newred Hobbies

Indoor R/C car racing!

  • 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

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

Introducing Discovery Center’s Wonder Lab! This series will follow a STEAM-centered theme every week with a complimentary hands-on activity. Wonder ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: This program is free with admission.
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Historic Homesteading (Ages 13+) Soap

A year-round program that teaches early pioneer skills and crafts. Some of the previous lessons included, rag rugs, broom making, ...

Pokemon League at Vibranium Comics

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

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

Summer Race Series at High Springs BMX

Racing under the lights! Summer Racing Fun on select nights. Race 6 in the series to earn a limited edition ...

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 ...

Pokemon League at Goblin King Games

Come play, trade and have some fun! Each participant will receive 1 Booster Pack of their choice + 1 League Prize ...

Retro Run 5k

Break out your Chuck Taylors and your Shorts for the first race of the Run Ocala Race Series! Finisher Medals ...

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