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06April

License-free Freshwater Fish Days

License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: Best places to fish are Rodman Reservoir, Orange Lake, Doe Lake, Ocklawaha River and Lake Kerr
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: myfwc.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Friendship Festival at Friendship Baptist Church

Come and enjoy the great tastes of BBQ (and more!) You don't want to miss all the good fixins'! Come ...

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

Easter Egg Hunt and Penny Carnival at First Baptist Wildwood

Join us for a fun afternoon full of games, food, and prizes.

  • 11:30 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: First Wildwood, 410 Oxford St, Wildwood, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Easter Market at the Ocala Downtown Market

Get ready to experience a mix of local vendors, entertainment, and food trucks—all with a festive Easter twist! Whether you're ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Downtown Market | Corner of SE 3rd St. & 3rd Ave., 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Port Royal Demo Day at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Join us as we learn this new pirate skirmish game from our friends at Firelock Games, the creators of Blood ...

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

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 500 SW 10th St #200, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 entry fee
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Willy Wonka Performance at CF Theatre

Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to chocolate-covered ...

  • Location: Dassance Fine Arts Auditorium: 3001 SW College Road Dassance Fine Arts Center Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: ickets: $12 adult, $6 non-CF student, free for CF student, faculty and staff.
  • Website: cf.universitytickets.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 500 SW 10th St #200, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 entry fee
  • 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
07April

Storytime on the Farm at Cypress Valley Farm

Mondays from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM are reserved for our beloved Storytime on the Farm! Perfect for kids of ...

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: parks.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
08April

Shadowverse Evolve Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

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

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 500 SW 10th St #200, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 entry fee
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
09April

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 ...

Snapology Robotics Class: GameBots (ages 8-12)

In this game-focused robotics program, your engineer will explore the basics of robotics while playing some really awesome games with ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation Center: 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: $15 per child
  • Website: embed.snapology.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Star Wars Unlimited at Bearded Browncoat Comics & Games

We will Be starting our weekly play at a new time! Entry will be $5 and prize support will be ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 500 SW 10th St #200 Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 entry fee
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
10April

College of Central Florida vs. Florida Southwestern State College Baseball Game

Come cheer on the Patriots at their home baseball game.

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: College of Central Florida, Goodlett Field, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.cfpatriots.net
  • 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

Harn Museum Art After Dark Museum Nights: Finding Silver Linings

The Harn galleries will continue to be open after 5 pm. At 6 pm we invite you to celebrate our ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: harn.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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 ...

11April

PacWest Barrel Race

Barrel racing is a rodeo event that is known for quick turns, high speeds, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Like other timed ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free to Spectators
  • Website: selp.marionfl.org
  • 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

Dystopian Age Play Day at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

The Dystopian Age is a setting for science fiction games created by Warcradle Studios. It is an alternate history set ...

Rainbow Lake Estates Annual Easter Glow Hunt

Join Rainbow Lakes Estates for our 5TH Annual Easter Glow Hunt! Meet the Easter Bunny and have your photo taken; Make ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center- 4030 SW Deepwater CT., Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Call for rates
  • 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

James and the Giant Peach Live on Stage

In England, poor young orphan James has an unhappy life with his two cruel aunts until he meets a quirky ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: The Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Avenue (OCT’s home for Academy West)
  • Cost: $18 for adults / $12 for ages 18 and younger
  • Website: ocalacivictheatre.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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!!!

  • 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm 
  • Location: 500 SW 10th St #200, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $3 entry fee
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
12April

Dunnellon Boomtown Festival

Please join us for Boomtown Days and Art Show on April 12, 2025, from 9 am - 5 pm. Come ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Dunnellon Historic Village, 20781 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marion County Farmland Preservation Festival

This years festival will be held at the Majestic Oaks Ocala! This event sponsored by Save Our Rural Area, Inc ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Stirrups and Strides Therapeutic Riding Center , 4246 W Hwy 318, Citra, FL 32113
  • Cost: $5 parking per vehicle
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

PacWest Barrel Race

Barrel racing is a rodeo event that is known for quick turns, high speeds, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Like other timed ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free to Spectators
  • Website: selp.marionfl.org
  • 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 ...

Cannon Farms Spring Festival

Come have some fun on the farm! We will have: Craft vendors Food trucks Hayrides Petting zoo including- mini highlander cow, baby goats, goats, ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: 11801 SW 180th Ave., Dunnellon, FL 34432
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Lil Ranchers Program for families (Age 5 and under)

Bring your little ones, ages 5 and under, to enjoy a fun-filled morning on the farm for just $25 per ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Cypress Valley Farm, 4981 NW 177th Place, Citra, FL 32113
  • Cost: $25 per family
  • Website: cypressvf.square.site
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Fe Spring Arts Festival

Santa Fe College announces the 53rd Annual Spring Arts Festival. The festival will continue to take place on our picturesque ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Fe College: 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL, 32606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spring Festival at Williston Horseman's Park

Join us for 100+ vendors, food trucks, Free admission for shoppers, Free Easter egg hunt with over 2,000 eggs, kid ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Williston Horseman's Park, 803 SW 19th Avenue, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Vinyl Oasis Grand Opening at Paddock Mall

We are delighted to announce the Grand Opening of Vinyl Oasis at our new location (Paddock Mall) to be held ...

  • 10:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 3100 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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

Easter Egg Hunt and Craft Fair with Anthony Woman's Club

Free Anthony Community Egg Hunt and Spring Craft Sale. Free Egg hunt at 11 for kids of all ages! Free ...

Easter on the Farm at Mayhem Ranch

Our 4th Annual Easter on the Farm is April 12, 13 & 19th! Hunt for over 10,000 Easter Eggs, visit ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: $13.00 per person, 2 and under Free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft

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

Picnic in the Park

Need a family-friendly Saturday activity? Then our brand new Picnic in the Park is perfect for your family. We will ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Brick City Adventure Park, 1211 SE 22nd Road, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 |Pre-Registration Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Color Me Egg-Cited at Forest Community Center

Join Forest Community Center for an egg-citing time as we bring in Spring! There will be egg hunts and a ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center: 777 S CR314A Ocklawaha, FL, 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Water Safety Day at Florida Fast

Join us for a family-fun day at FAST for FREE swimming and water safety education. Activities include learning water safety, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4635 SW 67th Avenue Road , Ocala, FL, United States, Florida
  • Cost: Admission is free. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Website: floridafast.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

Lorcana Weekly Play at Goblin King Games

Beginning with Archazia's Island, we will be hosting weekly tournaments with prizing! Format - Core Constructed Max 3 Rounds of Swiss Pairings Top ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2750 E. Silver Springs Blvd. #201-202 , Ocala
  • Cost: $5 entry fee
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Orlando City Soccer Trip with Ocala Recreation and Parks

Join Ocala Recreation for an exciting trip to cheer on Orlando City Soccer! For just $35, you'll enjoy transportation and ...

  • 2:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: $35 Registration is Required
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Union Arena Store Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Join us for weekly store tournament. Event Entry is $5

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 500 SW 10th St #200, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 entry fee
  • 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

James and the Giant Peach Live on Stage

In England, poor young orphan James has an unhappy life with his two cruel aunts until he meets a quirky ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: The Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Avenue (OCT’s home for Academy West)
  • Cost: $18 for adults / $12 for ages 18 and younger
  • Website: ocalacivictheatre.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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