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08March

Marion County Master Gardeners Spring Festival and KidZone

Spring Festival brings together commercial and educational vendors as well as representatives from community services - all in one place. ...

  • 8:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $3 admission | Free 12 and under
  • Website: sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

Lions Club Tri Annual Train Show

Model trains, accessories, detail parts and toys. Sponsored by Silver Springs Lions Club.

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: First Christian Church, 1908 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Adults: $5 |Children: 12 and under: Free
  • Website: trainshows.net
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Southern Series Games at Florida Horse Park

Competitors will compete in teams as they navigate several challenging games on horseback. Enjoy the sport of mounted games with ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Horse Park, 11008 S Highway 475, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fat Tire Festival at Santos Trailhead

10:00am Kids Epic Ride with Grom Squad MTB. We will have 2 groups: Mini EPIC for the the littles to do ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Santos Trailhead, 3080 S.E. 80th St., Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: This event is open to the public, with no charge.
  • Website: santosfattire.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Highland Farm Tour at Mayhem Ranch

Mayhem Ranch is a 170 acre family-owned agritourism farm located in Morriston, Fl., and is home to over 50 different ...

Museum Fest at Florida Museum of Natural History

Museum Fest is all about the natural history we highlight every day here at the Florida Museum! Pick up native ...

Pioneer Women's History Days at Fort King Historic Landmark

We celebrate women's contributions from the 1800s and their impact on today's generations and trends. Join us for live demonstrations ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark I 3925 E. Fort King St. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Art Club at Forest Community Center

This free program is open to all artists! Bring your tools and join a group of individuals with a passion ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center, 777 S Hwy 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft

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

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

The Big Cheese Cookoff

Join Ocala Business Leaders for our inaugural Mac ‘N’ Cheese and Grilled Cheese cookoff, THE BIG CHEESE. Enjoy live music, delicious ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Midtown Station Ocala, 235 NE Watula Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Adult tickets are $20, and children’s tickets are $5.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Iron Giant at Ocala's Marion Theatre

A young boy befriends a giant robot from outer space that a paranoid government agent wants to destroy. March films sponsored ...

Family Fun Classes at Painting with a Twist- Template Event Saturday

Family fun class! All ages welcome but we recommend ages 8 and up! Parents are encouraged to let children work ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $32 per person
  • Website: paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pony Rides at D and D Ranch

D & D Ranch is thrilled to announce that pony rides will now be available 3 days a week! Friday-Sunday from ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 6 Hialeah Dr., Ocala, FL 34482
  • Cost: $20 per ride or $30 for 2 rides.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marley Mae Mezzanine Open House

Join us for an open house to celebrate the official opening of the mezzanine, over a year in the making. ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Marley Mae Mezzanine: 16 South Magnolia Ave, Ocala FL 34471
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Night/Open Skate at Skate Mania

Fun for the whole family, every Saturday night.

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • 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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone: 2400 SW College Rd, Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: $29.99
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun
09March

Marion County Master Gardeners Spring Festival and KidZone

Spring Festival brings together commercial and educational vendors as well as representatives from community services - all in one place. ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd. Ocala RL 34470
  • Cost: $3 admission | Free 12 and under
  • Website: sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

Southern Series Games at Florida Horse Park

Competitors will compete in teams as they navigate several challenging games on horseback. Enjoy the sport of mounted games with ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Horse Park, 11008 S Highway 475, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Family Fun Classes at Painting with a Twist - Rainbow Llama Cutie

Family fun class! All ages welcome but we recommend ages 8 and up! Parents are encouraged to let children work ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $32 per person
  • Website: paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pony Rides at D and D Ranch

D & D Ranch is thrilled to announce that pony rides will now be available 3 days a week! Friday-Sunday from ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 6 Hialeah Dr., Ocala, FL 34482
  • Cost: $20 per ride or $30 for 2 rides.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Iron Giant at Ocala's Marion Theatre

A young boy befriends a giant robot from outer space that a paranoid government agent wants to destroy. March films sponsored ...

Trivia Night at Ocala Civic Theatre

Join us for a TRIVIA NIGHT on Sunday, March 9, sponsored by ACT 4! It’s a fun night of trivia, ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Civic Theatre Studio A, 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
10March

Rec It Studio Club (13-17) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

The Rec It Studio Teen Club is a program designed for teen development, offering engaging activities that help participants earn ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1821 NW 21 Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Free - Registration is required, and participants must cover any extra costs.
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1121 SE 22nd Road, Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: Free family fun!
  • Website: www.marionfl.org
  • Category: Family Fun

African Dance Fusion with Denaya Wilkerson

Immerse yourself in the rhythms and energy of African dance in this engaging workshop led by Arts in Health practitioner ...

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Road, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Starting at $25 for 5 classes
  • Website: www.denayawilkerson.online
  • Category: Family Fun
11March

Homeschool Play Day at Chuck E Cheese

On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, join us for Homeschool Play Days! From open – 4pm, score 90-minutes of ...

12March

Homeschool Meetup - Youth (6 and up) DIY Workshop at AR Workshop

Join us for this fun-filled DIY event! Kids are invited to learn the art of DIY in this youth workshop. We're ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: AR Workshop Ocala: 2431 SW 27th Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $15
  • Website: www.arworkshop.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training with Ocala Recreation and Parks

Field Trip to Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training. Transportation and game included.

  • 10:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: $40 per person| Registration Required
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Dragons in the Library at Sankofa Public Library

Explore new realms through tabletop game play.

Kids Night at Chick-Fil-A The Villages

Weekly Kids Night at Chick-Fil-A The Villages, includes a kids craft. If the event is cancelled it will be updated ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 730 N US Highway 441, The Villages, FL 32159
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Line Dance Lessons at Forest Community Center (Youth)

Every Wednesday, 6pm - 8pm, free for all ages Youth and adults welcome - Everyone can learn to line dance. Music ...

Sunset Songs Series Downtown Square

Music lovers of all ages will enjoy the new Sunset Songs Series! This free concert series on the downtown square ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Square: 1 SE Broadway St. Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Line Dancing Lessons (Ages 9 and up) at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Come join a beginner lesson of line dancing for ages 9 and up. One-hour sessions.

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center 590 Silver Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: $5 Cash Only/ Per Class
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
13March

Withlacoochee Bluegrass Festival

Family Fun, Concerts, Workshops, Jamming and Great Food. Come for a day or stay and camp the whole week or weekend. ...

Live Oak International

Join us March 13-16, 2025 at Live Oak Stud in Ocala, Florida for America’s largest combined driving and show jumping ...

  • 8:30 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Live Oak Stud, 2215 SW 110th Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Purchase a single-day ticket for $15, or get a 4-day pass for $45. Taxes and fees apply. Children under 6 are free. Parking is included.
  • Website: www.liveoakinternational.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Four Square Club at Brick City Adventure Park (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: Family Fun

Giant Game Night at Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center

Open to all ages. Come play giant connect four, giant darts, and giant board games.

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Road, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Lake Sumter Landing

Join us for an unforgettable two-day St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Lake Sumter Landing. Featuring live performances from Seven Nations ...

Rocket Entertainment Family Trivia Night at Beef O Brady's West Ocala

Welcome to Rocket Knowledge Trivia. A weekly trivia game show for the whole family to enjoy while visiting some of ...

Together We Read (Facebook Live)

Together We Read: Discover fun and effective ways to motivate students to read, along with helpful tips and tricks to ...

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 ...

Winter Concert Series at College Road Baptist Church

Our Winter Concert Series begins with The Lefevre Quartet on January 10th. 01/23-The Inspirations 02/28-The Perrys 03/13- The Guardians

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: College Road Baptist Church, 5010 SW College Road, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
14March

Withlacoochee Bluegrass Festival

Family Fun, Concerts, Workshops, Jamming and Great Food. Come for a day or stay and camp the whole week or weekend. ...

Live Oak International

Join us March 13-16, 2025 at Live Oak Stud in Ocala, Florida for America’s largest combined driving and show jumping ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Live Oak Stud, 2215 SW 110th Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Purchase a single-day ticket for $15, or get a 4-day pass for $45. Taxes and fees apply. Children under 6 are free. Parking is included.
  • Website: www.liveoakinternational.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Celebrate Pi Day at Discovery Center

How many numbers of pi can you recite? Join us for a day of pi-filled activities including a special scavenger ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: $8 per person over 2 years of age
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Strawberry U-Pick Homeschool Friday at Amber Brooke Farms

Join us every second Friday of the month for a fun and educational day designed just for homeschool families! Pick ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Amber Brooke Farms - 3250 NE 140th Avenue, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Free Admission | Optional Farm Fun Pass: $10 per child for access to our play areas and activities
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pony Rides at D and D Ranch

D & D Ranch is thrilled to announce that pony rides will now be available 3 days a week! Friday-Sunday from ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 6 Hialeah Dr., Ocala, FL 34482
  • Cost: $20 per ride or $30 for 2 rides.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Brick City Builders at Forest Public Library

For ages 5-12 with caregivers.

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Family Fun

St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Lake Sumter Landing

Join us for an unforgettable two-day St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Lake Sumter Landing. Featuring live performances from Seven Nations ...

Night of Lights Firefly Social Event at Blue Spring State Park

Join us at our Special Social Event to kick off to the Firefly Season on Friday, March 14! We invite you ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763
  • Cost: $35 for adults and $25 for kids. (Park entry fee not included)
  • Website: www.zeffy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Learn to Play Holi at Meeple Movers Cafe

Hindu spring festival, with Holi: Festival of Colors game. Every spring, celebrants gather to spread color and cheer during one ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Meeple Movers, 3101 SW 34th Ave Suite 803, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $7 (plus tax) per person.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Firefly Nights at Blue Spring State Park

Join us for magical nights where the trees along the boardwalk come alive with thousands of twinkling fireflies. Please Arrive ...

  • 6:15 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763
  • Cost: $14 After Hours Pass Per Vehicle (does not include park admission)
  • 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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone: 2400 SW College Rd, Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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