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December 13 - 19

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

Bring your little ones for a delightful morning filled with joy and wonder. Join us for Breakfast with Santa & ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Cottom's Farm, 4650 Marion County Road, Weirsdale, FL 32195
  • Cost: $15 per person *Tickets must be reserved in advance.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Pancake Breakfast with Santa by Williston Junior Women's Club

This is always a fun event! Scan the QR code to purchase tickets for the Williston Juniors Annual Breakfast with ...

  • 8:00 am -  9:00 am 
  • Location: Williston Women's Club, 1049 NE 6th Blvd, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $8 per person/ Advanced purchase requested
  • 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, ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: $37.20 each (2 and Under Free) Online Tickets Required
  • Website: www.facebook.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

Holiday Cookie Sale at First Congregational United Church of Christ

Stop by First Congregational United Church of Christ for our Holiday Cookie Sale! Drop in to pick up delicious ...

Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a Free model train show at the Colony Recreation Center. There will be ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Christmas at the Park Market at Heritage Park

Join us for our Christmas At The Park market in downtown Williston at Heritage Park. Come shop with over 80 ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Heritage Park Williston, 116 N Main St, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cookies with Santa at Midtown Station-Sipping Grounds

Florida Advantage Realty Group is excited to bring our favorite holiday tradition to a brand-new spot this year! Bring the ...

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

Pictures with Santa at Ocala's Best

We’re spreading holiday cheer and you’re invited! Join us on December 13th from 10:00am–2:00pm for a FREE festive event for ...

Bowl with Santa at Bowlero East

We hope you’ll join us on Saturday, December 13th from 11am - 2pm for our Bowl With Santa event! All kids ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Bowlero East Lanes,3225 Southeast Maricamp Road, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Varies by location- RSVP Requested
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas Community Event presented by HOPI Church

Joyful community event with inflatables and kids activities, food and drinks, and games for all ages.

Sunburst Ocala Merry Christmas Pageant

Celebrate this joyous season with Sunburst in Paddock Mall. Encouraging individuality and boosting self-confidence! Every participant wins a darling Christmas ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Paddock Mall 3100 SW College Road Suite 334, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free for spectators
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Two Hawk Hammock Country Circus

The 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: See website for costs
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR.

Community Stages brings a joyful, low-tech reimagining of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR to the Mary Sue Rich Community Center! ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.zeffy.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Search for the King: A dramatic Christmas Musical at First Baptist Belleview

Join us as at FBC Belleview on the journey of Searching for The King on December 13 and 14! Bring ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: First Baptist Church of Belleview, 6107 SE Agnew Rd, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Ocala Christmas Parade

This year is the 70yj Anniversary! The Parade Route: The route begins at the intersection of SE 25th Avenue and Ft. King ...

Rainbow Lakes Estates Holly Jolly Holiday

Bring your cameras, because Santa Claus is coming to Rainbow Lakes Estates HOLLY JOLLY HOLIDAY! There will be Cookie Decorating, Hot ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center- 4030 SW Deepwater CT., Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Candy Cane Lane at Warren Willis

Step into a winter wonderland at Candy Cane Lane! Warren Willis Camp and Conference Center invites you and your family ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Warren Willis Camp and Conference Center: 4990 Picciola Rd, Fruitland Park, FL 34731
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2025 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 14th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th Street, Williston, Florida 32696
  • Cost: Gate Price: $25/$15 | Children 2 & under are FREE and may be required to sit on their parent/guardians lap.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Dance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker with Ocala Symphony at Reilly Arts Center

For the first time ever, experience the magic of live orchestra and ballet when the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and Dance ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Reilly Arts Center: 500 NE 9th St, Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: General Admission $65-$125
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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, ...

Santa vs. The Grinch at Wayne's World

Sunday, December 14 Santa vs. Grinch Mini Scenario Game 10 a.m. til 5 p.m. Admission $15 or a NEW UN-WRAPPED Gift Registration opens at ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Wayne's World of Paintball, 4841 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $15 or a new unwrapped toy donation for Toys for Tots
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a Free model train show at the Colony Recreation Center. There will be ...

Search for the King- A dramatic Christmas Musical at First Baptist Belleview

Join us as at FBC Belleview on the journey of Searching for The King on December 13 and 14! Bring ...

  • 10:45 am 
  • Location: First Baptist Church of Belleview, 6107 SE Agnew Rd, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bowl with Santa at Bowlero West

We hope you’ll join us on Sunday, December 14th from 11am - 2pm for our Bowl With Santa event! All kids ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Bowlero West Lanes, 1818 Southwest 17th Street, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Varies See Website
  • Website: www.bowlero.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Brownwood Paddock Square Menorah Lighting

Celebrate Hanukkah with a special community Menorah Lighting hosted by Temple Shalom! Enjoy a festive afternoon featuring music from the ...

Dance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker at Reilly Arts Center

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again! Everyone needs a hero and in this ...

Home Alone at Ocala's Marion theatre

Eight-year-old Kevin McAllister is accidentally left behind in suburban Chicago while his family travels on vacation to France during the ...

The Holidaze Dance Recital presented by Footprints in Motion

FPIM presents: Our Christmas show, The Holidaze at the Dassance Fine Arts Center. 2 showtimes 4:30pm and 6:30pm

  • 4:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Dassance Fine Arts Center at College of Center Florida, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Advance Tickets $12| At the Door $15
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Twas the Night Before Christmas at Community Harvest Baptist Church

Join us for “Twas the Night Before Christmas” Come enjoy a night filled with: Chicken Alfredo & Salad Christmas Treats Christmas Games & Fun Bring ...

Chanukah Grand Menorah Lighting in Downtown Ocala

Live Music, Entertainment, Latkes, Donuts & More!

Rafter Cross Cowboy Church Christmas Movie Night

Join us for a FREE family fun event! Christmas Movie Night

Dance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker at Reilly Arts Center

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again! Everyone needs a hero and in this ...

Find Santa in Tuscawilla Park

He’s coming back THREE TIMES. The only question is...can you find him? Santa Pop-Up Visits: • Tue Dec 9 · 11–12 PM • Mon ...

Dance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker at Reilly Arts Center

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again! Everyone needs a hero and in this ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

Chanukah Wonderland

Klezmer Music Concert! - Chanuka Actvities - Memorah Lighting - Deli Dinner - Gifts - Latkes - Donuts - Gelt

Santa on the Square

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

Chanukah Luncheon: Lox and Latkes

Delicious Lunch and Entertainment! - Lox n' Bagels - Latkes - Gelt - Music - Dreidels - Entertainment

  • 12:30 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 5497 Marsh Bend Trl, Wildwood, Florida, 34785
  • Cost: No Charge with prior RSVP. $18 at the door and open to all
  • Website: www.ourchabad.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

Annual Christmas Luncheon at Marion Oaks

Annual Christmas Luncheon is enjoyed by all that attend. Purchase your ticket in advance for $15 per person.

  • 11:30 am 
  • Location: 294 Marion Oaks Lane Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: $15 per person- $5 for ages 10 and under.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Spanish Springs Menorah Lighting

Celebrate Hanukkah with a special community Menorah Lighting hosted by Temple Shalom! Enjoy a festive afternoon featuring music from the ...

Santa at the Marion by Angie Lewis State Farm

Join us on for FREE Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet at the Marion Theatre followed by a Christmas ...

Jingle Jam Family Experience at Trinity Baptist Church

Enjoy our Jingle Jam with music and a fun program.

Little Dove Church Christmas Cantata

Join us for a wonderful night of music, fellowship, and the story and significance of Christ's birth. All are welcome.

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

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: Holiday Events

Santa on the Square

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

The Michael Buble Experience presents A Very Buble Christmas

Get ready to celebrate the Holiday Season – Bublé Style! The Michael Bublé Experience Presents: “A Very Bublé Christmas.” Featuring the ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

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

We’re proud to offer a designated Sensory-Friendly Hour for children and families who prefer a calmer, quieter holiday experience. During ...

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, Sponge Bob, and Frosty.

Home Alone at Ocala's Marion theatre

Eight-year-old Kevin McAllister is accidentally left behind in suburban Chicago while his family travels on vacation to France during the ...

Sweet Tunes and Treasures to Gift: Community Sing-Along and Artisan Market

Celebrate the season with Community Stages and Chelsea Art Center! Enjoy a joyful community sing-along hosted by Heartstrings & Harmonies ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center: 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Reservations Requested-Donations Accepted
  • Website: www.zeffy.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cookies with Santa at Wildwood Community Center

Get ready for one of the City of Wildwood's sweetest traditions of the year. Cookies with Santa is coming soon, ...

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

Family Paint Night Christmas Edition at Picasso's Palette

Join us for a whoville-worthy night of family fun! In this special Family Paint Night, we’ll be creating a Grinch-themed ...

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2025 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 14th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19630 NE 30th Street, Williston, Florida 32696
  • Cost: Gate Price: $25/$15 | Children 2 & under are FREE and may be required to sit on their parent/guardians lap.
  • Website: www.kirbyfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

St. Matthews Live Nativity

Experience a live adventurous walkthrough Bethlehem in search of a rumored savior-baby to be born tonight. Fun activities and snacks ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: St. Mathews Lutheran Church, 3453 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: stmattocalafl.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Now Church Worship Jesus Presentation

Join us for "Worship JESUS", a powerful Christmas presentation dedicated to lifting up the name of Jesus through music and ...

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