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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

05January

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

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

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

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

Games on a Table at Sankofa Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games!

Rec It Studio Teen 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 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 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: Ongoing Programs, Free

Kid's Pottery Wheel Class at Picasso's Palette

Let your child’s imagination come to life with clay! In this fun, hands-on pottery wheel workshop, kids will learn the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, Fl 34471
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • Category: Classes

Ocala Steel Orchestra Class (Ages 7+)

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

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: St. Matthew's Lutheran Church (Room 104): 3453 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Classes
  • Website: ocalasteelorchestra.org
  • Category: Classes, Free
06January

Homeschool Science and Ecology at Brick City Adventure Park

On-going home-school Science & Ecology program for youth ages 9-12. Meets at Brick City Adventure Park each Tuesday. Our homeschool ...

Homeschool STEAM and PE at SSS Community Center

We are offering an ongoing Homeschool PE/Steam program here at the Silver Springs Shores Community/Youth Center every Tuesday at 9:30am ...

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

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers. For ages birth-2.

Bouncing Babies at Belleview Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers. Infants-23 months.

Family Story Time at Marion Oaks Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Family Story Time at Reddick Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers.

Museum and Me Pre-K Program at Appleton Museum of Art

This engaging, multisensory program introduces children ages 2–5 to the Appleton. Each Museum & Me session begins with a storybook ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Member: Free | Non-Member: Included with Admission Fee
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Classes

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

Elevate Homeschool Math/Science Learning at Forest Community Center

This program will be an opportunity for homeschoolers ages 6 – 12 to supplement their math and science learning through ...

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

Art in the Afternoon at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

For ages 5-12 with caregivers. Let your imagination run wild and explore your creative side. Jan. 6 Scratch Art Feb. 3 Animals of ...

Games on a Table at Belleview Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games and chess!

YALLA Teen Club: ConFab at Dunnellon Public Library

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

YALLA Teen Club: MANGAlicious at Sankofa Library

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

Youth Line Dancing with KDC and the Sunshine Sliders at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Starting Jan. 6 | Tuesdays | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Ages 5 - 17 | Free Program Get ready to ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

Games on a Table at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games! Tuesdays, 5 p.m., Jan. 6 & 20, Feb. 3 & 17

Storytime with the Mayor

Our Mayor will read a book to the kids while they enjoy snacks, activities, and the excitement of getting a ...

Kid's Pottery Wheel Class at Picasso's Palette

Let your child’s imagination come to life with clay! In this fun, hands-on pottery wheel workshop, kids will learn the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, Fl 34471
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • Category: Classes

Shadowverse Evolve Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

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

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