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29December

STEAM and Storytelling for Kids with Marion County Maker Collective

Marion County Maker Collective, a program of Artify Ocala Inc, offers a variety of kid friendly programming and opportunities for ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3650 Northeast 25th Street Unit 1A, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $15 per Child per Session (Registration Required)
  • Website: www.artifyocala.org
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Brazen-The Art of Communication (Ages 10 and up)

Humans have long used art to communicate. This event offers a fun and creative evening to explore how painting with ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Health Department, 1801 SE 32nd Ave., Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free-Registration Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes, Free
30December

STEAM and Storytelling for Kids with Marion County Maker Collective

Marion County Maker Collective, a program of Artify Ocala Inc, offers a variety of kid friendly programming and opportunities for ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3650 Northeast 25th Street Unit 1A, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $15 per Child per Session (Registration Required)
  • Website: www.artifyocala.org
  • Category: Classes

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

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

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

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 ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bowling Tuesday with Champions for Champions

This is one of our most social programs, perfect for building confidence and enjoying an afternoon of community! It doesn’t ...

Family Fun Classes 6-7 Time at Painting with a Twist -Ages 8 and Up

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

Shadowverse Evolve Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Join us for our weekly store tournament. Entry fee is $5

31December

Leave it Better Invasive Removal at Fort King

Come join us as we end the year preparing Fort King for spring with an invasive plant clean up. All ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark I 3925 E. Fort King St. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

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

Oaks Tiny Tots New Years Eve at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Greetings, Marion Oaks families! This week our Tiny Tots program will be on Wednesday, December 31, from 10 a.m. to ...

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 ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cade Museum Spark Wonder New Year's Celebration

Reflect, celebrate, and anticipate the New Year with the Cade Museum! Watch Depot Park’s spectacular firework show from the comfort ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Adults (18 and up): $40 Youth (5-17): $30 Youth (0-4): Free
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

New Year's Eve Bash at Skate A Way South

This is one you do not want to miss: • Over $200 in prizes • $100 worth of quarter rolls • Balloon Drop • ...

  • 7:00 pm - 12:30 am 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $20 Admission for the entire night/ Includes Skate Rental
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

New Year's Eve Bull Bash at Rafter Cross Cowboy Church

New Year’s Eve • Rafter Cross Cowboy Church BULL BASH Come on out for a night of family friendly fun!!

01January

First Day Hike at Crystal River Preserve State Park

First Day Hikes begin January 1 at 10 a.m. at Seven Mile Loop trailhead. You'll be able to pick your ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: Seven Mile Loop at Crystal River Preserve State Park, 3266 N Sailboat Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

First Day Hike at Silver Springs State Park Ross Allen Boardwalk

As part of of Silver Springs First Day Try-athlon, we have our most arduous and adventurous hike! Come join us ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Program is free with paid $2 park admission.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Family Fun

First Day Hike at Silver Springs State Park Sandhill Loop

Join us on one of our First Day Try-athlon Hikes! The Sandhill Loop is 1.3 miles and offers stunning views ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park, 1425 NE 58th Ave, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Program is free with paid $5 single occupant/$8 two (or more) guests up to seven, park admission.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

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

First Day Ride with a Ranger at Silver Springs State Park

Please join us for the second leg of our First Day Try-athlon! Our Ride with a Ranger Program is a ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: ( Ross Allen Boardwalk) Silver Springs State Park, 1425 NE 58th Ave, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Program free with paid $2 park admission.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

First Day Paddle in the Park at Silver Springs State Park

Our last activity for our First Day Try-athlon, the Paddle in the Park! This activity MUST be reserved by participants ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Paddling Adventures Launch at Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Program is free with paid $2 park admission and $4 paddlecraft launch fee. Rentals available through Paddling Adventures if needed. Program must be reserved through EventBrite:
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • 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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Thursday Throwdown - Modern at Goblin King Games

Max 3 Rounds of Swiss Pairings. 100% of the entry fees will be paid out to Top 3 in store ...

02January

Spring Hoppers (Ages 13+)

Join us for a visit to a beautiful Florida spring! This guided interpretive tour will take guests on a trip ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

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

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Homeschool Hop at Sky Zone Ocala

Home School Hop- FIRST FRIDAY of each month (1-4pm) This is a great way to meet your child’s physical fitness ...

First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Ocala

First Friday Art Walk occurs on the first Friday of each month, Sept. through May. Join us for the following: • ...

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

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 ...

Parents Night Out at Sky Zone Ocala

New weekend program at Sky Zone Ocala. Parents can drop off the kids and enjoy a worry-free evening while they ...

FNM Commander at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

We host a $3 FNM its 1v1 Commander using the official WotC ban list. We hope to see you there!!!

03January

New Year 5K

Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the ...

Kids Workshops at The Home Depot

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9am – 12pm for free in-person Kids Workshops (while supplies last). ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3300 SW 35th Terrace, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free - Register Online to reserve your spot.
  • Website: www.homedepot.com
  • Category: Classes, 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 ...

EARS Animal Tours

Animals to see: Lions, Liger, Tigers (Orange & White) Bears, Leopards, Bobcats, Cougar, Monkeys and more! Description: This is a slow ...

  • 9:30 am 
  • Location: 2615 E Highway 318 Citra, FL
  • Cost: Adult (13+): $20 | Child (3-12 years): $12 | Kids under 2: FREE
  • Website: earsinc.net
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Walk-On Days at Wayne's World of Paintball

Wayne's World of Paintball will be open Saturdays for Airsoft and Sundays for Walk-On Paintball Games. Minimum age on the ...

Appleton Museum Free First Saturday

Enjoy free admission all day to see the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly art making activities in the ...

Tours at Kindred Spirits Sanctuary

Public tours are the first and third Saturday of every month at 10am from September-May. During the tour, you will ...

Florida Safari Tram Tour at Silver Springs

This immersive tram ride takes you through the heart of the park’s unique sandhill ecosystems along scenic, unpaved trails. Enjoy ...

  • 10:30 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Tram ride is free with valid $2 park admission.
  • Website: silversprings.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Learn to Skate at Skate Mania

Want to learn to skate?? Every Saturday morning we have our Learn to Skate class. Recommended for beginner skaters and ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $5 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Piano and Keyboard Lessons with Gregorio Rivera

We have a new program for learning PIANO/KEYBOARD, bring your keyboard to class. Saturdays 11am-12pm

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $30 per session and a $10 book fee one time.
  • Website: chelseaartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

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

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Yalla Teen Club: ConFAB at Reddick Public Library

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

One Piece Store Tournaments at Goblin King Games

Join us on Saturdays* for our weekly One Piece tournaments! 100% of the entry fees paid out to Top 3 ...

Pokemon League Challenge Events at Goblin King Games

Greetings, Pokémon Trainers!! Join us on the first Saturday of every month for our Pokémon League Challenge Event! Player Cap - ...

Winter Polo at Florida Horse Park

Matches are family friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don't worry if you don't know anything about horses or ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11008 S Highway 475, Ocala, Florida 34480
  • Cost: $5 when booked online $10 at the gate on gameday. General Admission for children under 12 is FREE.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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 ...

Parents Night Out at Sky Zone Ocala

New weekend program at Sky Zone Ocala. Parents can drop off the kids and enjoy a worry-free evening while they ...

Saturday Night Glow in the Dark Night at Skate Mania

Saturday night is Glow in the dark 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 Admission Includes Skates
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
04January

Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E Cheese

Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families who have children with autism and other special needs. Our Sensory events ...

Walk-On Days at Wayne's World of Paintball

Wayne's World of Paintball will be open Saturdays for Airsoft and Sundays for Walk-On Paintball Games. Minimum age on the ...

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 ...

  • 11:00 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

Learn To Skate at Skate A Way South

Have you or your kids always wanted to learn how to skate? Now’s your chance! All ages welcome — from ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $8 per lesson after first (includes skates)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

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

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ocala Fiesta de Reyes

La Fundación Reyes Magos Inc. vuelve este 4 de enero de 2026 con el esperado Festival Familiar “Fiesta de Reyes”, ...

Michaels Sunday Makebreak: Winter Painting (13 and up)

Come join us for a fun winter painting, just buy the base canvas and everything else is free. 13 years and ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Gaitway Plaza, 2701 SW College Road, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free- Must purchase base canvas
  • Website: www.michaels.com
  • Category: Classes

Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Come play in our weekly Yu-Gi-Oh store tournaments! $5 entry fee. If you don't have a konami ID, sign up ...

One Piece Store Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Join us for our weekly store tournament. Sign up in the Bandai TCG+ app. Entry fee is $5

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