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Lemonade Stand Challenge

Lemonade Weekend is a special opportunity for our community to rally around children in foster care and show them they ...

Kids Market at Marley Mae Mezzanine

We're hosting our first KIDS market in the mezzanine! all vendors will be young entrepreneurs, selling their handmade goods or ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Marley Mae Market & Paperie, 16 South Magnolia Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $20 Vendor Fee/ Free to Shop
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Easy Street Summer Fun - Sunday Funday

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 34471
  • Cost: See description
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kids Fun Fest

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of non-stop excitement! We’re talking: - Hula Hoop Contests - Knockerball Mayhem - Kids Karaoke Showdowns - ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Downtown Market: 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission and Parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Beetlejuice Jr. by Arts For All Summer Shows

Our Arts For All kids are only a week into this summer's theatrical intensive and they're already sounding great and ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Civic Theatre, 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Adults $20/ Ages 18 and Under $12
  • Website: app.arts-people.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Clay Turtle Dish at Picasso's Palette (Ages 14 and Up)

Clay Turtle Dish Workshop Get creative with clay in this fun, hands-on workshop designed for adults & teens! In this guided ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Picasso's Palette: 106 SW 17th St, Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: $38 per person- Registration Required
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • Category: Classes

Easy Street Summer 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 34471
  • Cost: See Description for Prices and Special Hours
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Drop In Classes at Kingdom Dance Academy

Come to summer drop-in classes at our new studio. Only $15 per class. Monday: Studio 1: 3-4pm Beg/Int Silks 4-5pm Int/Adv Silks 5-6pm Adv Ballet Studio ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 1903 SE 58 Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $15 per class/No Reservation Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Summer Crafts for Children (7-13) at Chelsea Art Center

Children's and teens workshop to develop creativity through fun hands-on art and craft projects. Fun creative art activities with Maylle, an ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $20 - Registration Required
  • Website: chelseaartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

One Piece Weekly Locals at Vibranium Comics

Come on out pirates and play in a weekly tournament!

Appleton Artspace Summer Hours

The Artspace engages adults and children (4 and up) in hands-on art experiences through colorful activity stations and projects that ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Adults: $10 |Youth (6-17): $5 |Children 5 & under: Free |Members: Free
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Family Flicks at Belleview Public Library

Movies for the whole family. Anyone younger than age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Come for the fun, ...

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

Regal Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Easy Street Summer 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 34471
  • Cost: See Description for Prices and Special Hours
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Flicks at Reddick Public Library

Movies for the whole family. Anyone younger than age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Come for the movie ...

Summer BreakSpot Tuesdays

Tuesdays are terrific! Free meals and fun times for children, 18 years of age or younger. Come early for the ...

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

This series will follow a STEAM-centered theme every week with a complimentary hands-on activity. Drop in during lab hours to ...

Drop In Classes at Kingdom Dance Academy

Come to summer drop-in classes at our new studio. Only $15 per class. Monday: Studio 1: 3-4pm Beg/Int Silks 4-5pm Int/Adv Silks 5-6pm Adv Ballet Studio ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 1903 SE 58 Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $15 per class/No Reservation Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Kids and Teens Summer Fitness (Ages 5-17) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Our program offers a unique blend of physical fitness and artistic expression. Students will have the opportunity to unleash their ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:30 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

Color Party Challenge at Freedom Public Library

Celebrate the last days of summer with games, snacks and prizes!

Zumba at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Let us take the "work" out of workout and come join us as we shake and groove our way to ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes, Free

Kids Karaoke Night at Terry's Bar and Grill

Join us every Tuesday from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM for a night full of fun, music, and memories! Kids take ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Terry's Sports Bar and Grill, 4121 NE 36th Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free to Sing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marion Theatre Bring A Book Watch For Free

Bring a book, watch for FREE! Bring a new or gently used children’s book for the Early Learning Coalition and ...

Appleton Artspace Summer Hours

The Artspace engages adults and children (4 and up) in hands-on art experiences through colorful activity stations and projects that ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Adults: $10 |Youth (6-17): $5 |Children 5 & under: Free |Members: Free
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Epic Theater Kids Summer Show Series

Take a break from the heat this summer and enjoy a movie with your little ones—kids' tickets are only $2 ...

Marion Theatre Summer Kids Film Series

The Marion Theatre is excited to announce this year's Summer Kids Film Series. Movies will be screened every Wednesday, Thursday, ...

Regal Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Read in Color at Fort McCoy Public Library

Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. Come for the fun, stay for lunch! June 4 Underwater Adventure Collage June ...

Read in Color at Freedom Public Library

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. Program time of your choice. June ...

Read in Color at Reddick Public Library

Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. June 4 Planting a Rainbow June 11 Arthropod Petting Zoo June 18 Appleton Museum of Art June ...

Read in Color at Ocala Public Library-Headquarters

Wednesdays, 11a.m.-4 p.m. For ages 5-12 with caregivers, unless otherwise noted. Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. BreakSpot ...

Family Flicks at Fort McCoy Public Library

Movies for the whole family. Come for the movie and have lunch too! Anyone younger than age 13 must ...

Summer Breakspot Wednesdays

Make memories all summer long. Bring your family to one or all of these library locations, do something fun and ...

Easy Street Summer 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 34471
  • Cost: See Description for Prices and Special Hours
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

This series will follow a STEAM-centered theme every week with a complimentary hands-on activity. Drop in during lab hours to ...

Drop In Classes at Kingdom Dance Academy

Come to summer drop-in classes at our new studio. Only $15 per class. Monday: Studio 1: 3-4pm Beg/Int Silks 4-5pm Int/Adv Silks 5-6pm Adv Ballet Studio ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 1903 SE 58 Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $15 per class/No Reservation Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Read in Color at Marion Oaks Public Library

Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. June 4 Colorful Canvas June 11 Science of Color June 18 Underwater Adventure Collage June 25 Critter Corner July ...

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 ...

Maker Meetup by Artify Ocala

Join us every Other Wednesday evening for a fun Maker Meetup, where you are invited to bring your latest project ...

Marion Theatre Bring A Book Watch For Free

Bring a book, watch for FREE! Bring a new or gently used children’s book for the Early Learning Coalition and ...

Appleton Artspace Summer Hours

The Artspace engages adults and children (4 and up) in hands-on art experiences through colorful activity stations and projects that ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Adults: $10 |Youth (6-17): $5 |Children 5 & under: Free |Members: Free
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Marion Theatre Summer Kids Film Series

The Marion Theatre is excited to announce this year's Summer Kids Film Series. Movies will be screened every Wednesday, Thursday, ...

Tot Time Summer Hours at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Join us for a time only for parents and children (4 years & under) to socialize together. TOT TIME will ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Road, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: FREE Program for the Community
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

Read in Color at Belleview Public Library

Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. June 5 Sidewalk Scribbles June 12 Appleton Museum of Art June 19 Where in the World? ...

Games on a Table at Freedom Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games! Come for the fun, stay for lunch!

Origami Club at Chelsea Art Center

Come learn origami. Ages 7 and up.

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $15 each session
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Read in Color at Sankofa Public Library

Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. June 5 Brilliant Bats! June 12 Critter Corner June 19 Underwater Adventure Collage June 26 Summer Chills July 03 Appleton ...

Easy Street Summer 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 34471
  • Cost: See Description for Prices and Special Hours
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Intro to Dance at Chelsea Art Center

Children's Into to Dance for ages 4-12. We will get those wiggles out! We will move, jump, twist, shake, and ...

  • 12:30 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $20 - Registration Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Summer Breakspot Thursdays

Make memories all summer long. Bring your family to one or all of these library locations, do something fun and ...

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

This series will follow a STEAM-centered theme every week with a complimentary hands-on activity. Drop in during lab hours to ...

Drop In Classes at Kingdom Dance Academy

Come to summer drop-in classes at our new studio. Only $15 per class. Monday: Studio 1: 3-4pm Beg/Int Silks 4-5pm Int/Adv Silks 5-6pm Adv Ballet Studio ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 1903 SE 58 Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $15 per class/No Reservation Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Kids and Teens Summer Fitness (Ages 5-17) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Our program offers a unique blend of physical fitness and artistic expression. Students will have the opportunity to unleash their ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:30 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

Cat-ching Rays Paint Party at Mystic Ice Cream

We just put this party on SALE Now only $25 so bring the kiddos and let's have fun before school ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Mystic Ice Cream, 16770 US 441, Summerfield, FL 34491
  • Cost: $25 per person- Registration deadline: July 22nd
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

Refuge of Hope presents Engage and Taste

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating all that makes Ocala shine—coming together to support homeless youth in our community. ...

Zumba at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Let us take the "work" out of workout and come join us as we shake and groove our way to ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes, Free

Fort King Summer Nights Lecture Series (Ages 13+)

Join us for an enriching journey into history at Fort King during our captivating Summer Nights Lecture Series. Delve into ...

Indoor R/C Car Racing at Newred Hobbies

Indoor R/C car racing! Off-Road Racing! Open Practice 11a-5pm. Racer Only Practice 5p-645pm. Registration 6pm, Racing 7pm!

Family Weekend Camp at Camp Indian Echo

Come relax, unwind and connect as a family at camp. Take part in staff-led activities. In addition to group family ...

Marion Theatre Bring A Book Watch For Free

Bring a book, watch for FREE! Bring a new or gently used children’s book for the Early Learning Coalition and ...

Appleton Artspace Summer Hours

The Artspace engages adults and children (4 and up) in hands-on art experiences through colorful activity stations and projects that ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Adults: $10 |Youth (6-17): $5 |Children 5 & under: Free |Members: Free
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Marion Theatre Summer Kids Film Series

The Marion Theatre is excited to announce this year's Summer Kids Film Series. Movies will be screened every Wednesday, Thursday, ...

Read in Color at Dunnellon Public Library

Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. Come for the fun, stay for lunch! June 6 Marion County Fire ...

Read in Color at Forest Public Library

Welcome summer with a kaleidoscope of stories, games and crafts. Come for the fun, stay for lunch! June 6 Imagine Music June 13 Art ...

Easy Street Summer 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 34471
  • Cost: See description for specials
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Summer Breakspot Fridays

Fabulous Fridays! Free meals and fun times for children, 18 years of age or younger. Come early for the program ...

Summertime Fun Story Time at Forest Public Library

Drop-in for stories, songs and activities. Come for the fun, stay for lunch!

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

This series will follow a STEAM-centered theme every week with a complimentary hands-on activity. Drop in during lab hours to ...

Back to School Beach Bash and Backpack Giveaway at Williston Care Center

Free back packs, water slide fun, & food. We can't wait to see everyone!

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Williston Care Center, 300 NW 1st Avenue, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Free-RSVP Requested
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Music in the Park at Marion Oaks Community Center

Come join us at the Marion Oaks Community Center! Everyone is welcome to hit the dance floor and have a ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Community Center, 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free Entry
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Digimon Trading Card Game at Vibranium Comics

Come out and play the Digimon tcg!

Marion Theatre Bring A Book Watch For Free

Bring a book, watch for FREE! Bring a new or gently used children’s book for the Early Learning Coalition and ...

Yoga by the Lake at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

All ages are welcome to join Chef Anthony Scaife, offering Aromatherapy, Sound Therapy, Yoga and Guided Mindfulness. Please bring your ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center 590 Silver Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free Class
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes, Free

Back to School Backpack Giveaway at Second Chance Church

Free Backpacks and School Supplies. Free Hot Dogs and Burgers will be provided as well. A Prayer Tent will be ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Second Chance Church Community Farm, 12206 SE HWY 484, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: my2ndchance.org
  • Category: Other, Free

Back to School Bash with Marion County Children's Alliance (Drive Thru Only)

Drive-Thru Only! STUDENTS MUST BE PRESENT to receive supplies — NO EXCEPTIONS. School supplies and backpacks. Free meals while supplies ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Friends Recycling, 2350 N.W. 27th Ave., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Back to School Community Giveback Backpack Event

What is Back to School Community Giveback? Back to School Community Giveback is an effort to bring backpacks and supplies to ...

Back to School Immunizations at Ed Croskey Recreation

The Florida Department of Health in Marion County (DOH-Marion) is providing immunizations for the 2025-26 school year. This includes the ...

Michaels Safari Saturday

Join us in store for Safari Saturdays! July 05: Clay Animal Terra Cotta Pot July 12: Textured Canvas Art July 19: Animal Masks July ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Gaitway Plaza: 2701 SW College Rd #700, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $5 with all supplies included
  • Website: www.michaels.com
  • Category: Classes

Summer Speaker Series (Gator Chris) at Silver River Museum

Join us for the final lecture in our Summer Speaker Series featuring Chris Gillette on Saturday, July 26th. Don’t miss this ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver River Museum, 1445 NE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Admission is FREE (state park entrance fees apply) Additional museum entry is $2 per person; children under 6 are free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours, Other

Back to School Backpack Give-A-Way at Ocala First Nazarene Church

Back to School Backpack Give-A-Way Drive Thru. Limited amount of bags. First Come, First Served. Children must be present.

Cow Party at Chick Fil A The Villages

At Chick-fil-A The Villages! Join us on July 26 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM for some mid-day fun with ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Chick Fil A (The Villages), 730 N US Highway 441, The Villages, FL
  • Cost: Free to attend (Food available for purchase)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Garden of Prayer's Back to School Bash

Join Garden of Prayer for our 2nd Back to School Bash! We will be giving out FREE school supplies as ...

Seafood Festival at Midtown Station

Join us for a great day of fun! We will have seafood from many different vendors, live music, games, and maybe ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Midtown Station Ocala, 235 NE Watula Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Yogis Summer Camp for Kids (Ages 5-12)

Yoga is a form of holistic self-care that has numerous benefits! Each week from June to August unveils a new ...

Easy Street Summer 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 34471
  • Cost: See description for specials
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

This series will follow a STEAM-centered theme every week with a complimentary hands-on activity. Drop in during lab hours to ...

Paint a Rock, Plant a Smile

Join us for a joyful, family-friendly rock painting Fundraising experience where creativity meets kindness! $10 for five rocks to paint. All ...

  • 3:30 pm 
  • Location: Center for Spiritual Living Ocala, 1009 NE 28th Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $10 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other
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