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14December

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.ocalawestumc.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

The Birth of Sports Science at Cade Museum

We’re kicking off a NEW museum-wide Sports theme — with hands-on activities, games, and our NEW exhibit: The Birth of ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free for Children 0-4| $10 for ages 5-17
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

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 ...

The Polar Express at Ocala's Marion Theatre

Late on Christmas Eve, after the town has gone to sleep, a boy boards the mysterious train that waits for ...

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 ...

Christmas in the Quarry

During select nights this December, wander through a glowing botanical wonderland during Christmas in the Quarry: Cedar Lakes Woods & ...

  • 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: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Nights of Lights

Nights of Lights will be bigger, brighter, and better! • A beautiful lighted Christmas walk-through with thousands of lights & displays • ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: St. John Lutheran Church: 1915 SE Lake Weir Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free (donations welcome)
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rafter Cross Cowboy Church Christmas Movie Night

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

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Rafter Cross Cowboy Church, 4631 NE 162nd Ct, Williston, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
15December

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 ...

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: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Family Fun
16December

Cheap Skate Nights at Skate A Way South

Come join us for our Cheap Nights every Tuesday for Fall 2025!

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 Admission (Skating or Not)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
17December

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 ...

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

Jingle Jam Family Experience at Trinity Baptist Church

Enjoy our Jingle Jam with music and a fun program.

18December

The Birth of Sports Science at Cade Museum

We’re kicking off a NEW museum-wide Sports theme — with hands-on activities, games, and our NEW exhibit: The Birth of ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free for Children 0-4| $10 for ages 5-17
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas in the Quarry

During select nights this December, wander through a glowing botanical wonderland during Christmas in the Quarry: Cedar Lakes Woods & ...

  • 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: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Nights of Lights

Nights of Lights will be bigger, brighter, and better! • A beautiful lighted Christmas walk-through with thousands of lights & displays • ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: St. John Lutheran Church: 1915 SE Lake Weir Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free (donations welcome)
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Family Fun
19December

The Birth of Sports Science at Cade Museum

We’re kicking off a NEW museum-wide Sports theme — with hands-on activities, games, and our NEW exhibit: The Birth of ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free for Children 0-4| $10 for ages 5-17
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Webber Center, at the College of Central Florida: 3100 SW College Road, Ocala, 34474
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ocalamodelrailroaders.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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.

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 590 Silver River Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free for the community
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Nights of Lights

Nights of Lights will be bigger, brighter, and better! • A beautiful lighted Christmas walk-through with thousands of lights & displays • ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: St. John Lutheran Church: 1915 SE Lake Weir Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free (donations welcome)
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ocala Oddities Market at Ocala Downtown Market

Join us for this free, family-friendly shindig at the Ocala Downtown Market (403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471). Rain ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Family Night at Skate Mania

Friday night is Family Night! Bring the whole family for some great exercise and fun!

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $10 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre

One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa’s bag of toys… Raised as an elf, Buddy ...

20December

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: Family Fun

Brownwood Paddock Square Hometown Market

The Hometown Market brings a vibrant, large-scale outdoor shopping experience to Brownwood Paddock Square each Saturday, filled with fresh local ...

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 ...

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: Family Fun

The Birth of Sports Science at Cade Museum

We’re kicking off a NEW museum-wide Sports theme — with hands-on activities, games, and our NEW exhibit: The Birth of ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free for Children 0-4| $10 for ages 5-17
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Webber Center, at the College of Central Florida: 3100 SW College Road, Ocala, 34474
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ocalamodelrailroaders.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dodgeball with the Grinch at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Come play dodgeball with the Grinch at Merry Morning Fest.

  • 11:15 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center (Basketball Courts) 590 Silver Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free for the community
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Polar Express at Ocala's Marion Theatre

Late on Christmas Eve, after the town has gone to sleep, a boy boards the mysterious train that waits for ...

Daytime Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Great DJ music, awesome lights, and a perfect way for kids, families, and friends to roll into the weekend together!

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

Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre

One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa’s bag of toys… Raised as an elf, Buddy ...

Holiday Cupcake Decorating Class at Laguna Bakery

Family friendly Christmas Cupcake Decorating Class for ages 8+! Learn fun holiday designs with step-by-step guidance. All supplies included! Designed ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Soirees and Such: 3620 NE 8th Place Suite 2, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $40 per person (Reservations Required)
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Scooter's Christmas Pajama Bash at Brownwood

‘Tis the season to rock your Christmas pajamas and join Scooter The DJ for a festive night of music, dancing, ...

Two Hawk Hammock Happy Hour in the Barnyard

Join us for Happy Hour in the Barnyard at Two Hawk Hammock! Live Music Venue in a relaxed Outdoor Dog/Kid ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Two Hawk Hammock: 17950 NE 53rd Lane, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: $5.00 cover charge - Kids and Dogs free
  • Website: www.twohawkhammock.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas in the Quarry

During select nights this December, wander through a glowing botanical wonderland during Christmas in the Quarry: Cedar Lakes Woods & ...

  • 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: cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Nights of Lights

Nights of Lights will be bigger, brighter, and better! • A beautiful lighted Christmas walk-through with thousands of lights & displays • ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: St. John Lutheran Church: 1915 SE Lake Weir Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free (donations welcome)
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

Bah! Humbug! This new adaptation of Dickens’ ever-popular classic fills the stage with first class professional actors, lush costumes, stunning ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Circle Square Cultural Center, 8395 SW 80th Street, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: $42-$45 plus tax
  • Website: csculturalcenter.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Evening Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Great DJ music, awesome lights, and a perfect way for kids, families, and friends to roll into the weekend together!

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $11 includes skates ($9 with your skates)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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