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27July

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 ...

Ocala Collectorfest at Hilton Ocala

Vintage & Modern Star Wars & GiJoe, 1970s Thru Today Pop Culture figures and items like He-man, Transformers, Barbie, Rainbow ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Hilton Ocala: 3600 SW 36th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Admission: $10 All Day| Kids Under 12 Free + Free HW Giveaway or Pokemon Cards
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Pack Walk with Marion County Animal Services

Love shelter dogs and want to help them? You can meet our dogs away from the kennel environment and also ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park, 5656 East Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, FL 34480
  • Cost: $2 park admission
  • Website: www.marionfl.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

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

Back to School Giveaway at Hope Springs SDA Church

School's almost here, get ready now! If you're a student from K-12th grade...... Join us on Sunday, July 27, 2025 ...

  • 12:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Hope Springs SDA Church of Ocala - 1345 Pine Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Backpack Giveaway at Wireless Zone

Free backpacks will be given out on a first-come, first serve basis at Wireless Zone, your local Verizon Authorized Retailer! ...

Summer Beach Day Cookie Class at Be Still Bakery (Ages 8 and up)

Come join me for some holiday cookie decorating fun at AR Workshop in Ocala on December 14, 2024 at 1pm. ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: AR Workshop Ocala, 2431 SW 27th Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $60 per person/ Registration Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Back to School Bazaar at Diamondz and Pearlz Event Center

Join Diamondz and Pearlz Event Center in celebrating our 2nd year in business by giving back to our community: Free ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4875 SW 60th Ave Suite 200, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Family Fun and Wellness Day at Wildwood Community Center

Join us on Sunday, July 27th from 3:00-6:00PM at the Wildwood Community Center for a joyful celebration designed for families ...

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Wildwood Community Center: 6500 Powell Rd, Wildwood, FL 34785
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
28July

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 ...

Belleview Community Resource and Conservation Fair

Join us for the Belleview Community Resource & Conservation Fair! Butterfly gardens & conservation education Healthcare education & resources Family activities Educational programs & ...

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

One Piece Weekly Locals at Vibranium Comics

Come on out pirates and play in a weekly tournament!

29July

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 ...

Back to School Immunizations at Department of Health

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

  • 8:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Department of Health in Marion County, 1801 SE 32nd Ave., Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

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, ...

Picnic and Play at Grand View Church

Hey Mom’s and Dad’s mark your calendars for the GVC July Picnic and Play event. This event is for kids ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Grand View Church: 12401 SW HWY 484, Dunnellon, FL 34432
  • Cost: Free (Lunch Provided)
  • Website: grandvc.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

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 ...

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

Knights of the Chess Club at Belleview Public Library

Learn and play chess! All ages.

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
30July

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 ...

Play at the Park with Central Christian Church

Join us this summer at the local parks! Invite a friend to join families from Central for fun and fellowship. June ...

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 ...

Bubble Ball Soccer Battle at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Come out and play Bubble Ball Soccer Battle, for ages 9-17.

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 ...

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 ...

Wildlife Wednesdays

Come meet your local park ranger to learn about their favorite native species and enjoy exciting stories from their field ...

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 ...

31July

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 ...

Back to School Immunizations at Department of Health

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

  • 8:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Department of Health in Marion County, 1801 SE 32nd Ave., Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

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

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 ...

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

Belleview Middle School's Back to School Bash

Free haircuts for kids, free food and drinks, spirit wear for sale. Bring your family and let's kick off the ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Belleview Middle School, 10500 SE 36th Ave., Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

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!

01August

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

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 Bash at Ocala Rehabilitation Center

We're excited to invite you to our Annual Back-to-School Event! Stop by Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center as we give back ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center, 3930 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free - RSVP Preferred
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Bull Riding Practice at Rafter Cross Cowboy Church (Ages 7 and up)

Bull riding practice this Friday August 1st 6:30pm. All you can ride $25 Ages 7-70.

Digimon Trading Card Game at Vibranium Comics

Come out and play the Digimon tcg!

02August

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 ...

Ninja 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K and Half Marathon

This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series. It is not ...

Back to School Event at A1 Cutz

Back to School Giveaway will be August 2 we are having our 7th annual Back to school Event come out ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1725 n Pine Ave Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Toomey Tools School Supply Giveaway

We're doing our annual School Supply Giveaway on August 2 at 9 AM, first come, first served --- bring the ...

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 2 School Splash Bash (Ages 6-15 years) at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Free food, back packs and school supplies! There's also raffles, music & MORE! BRING SWIMWEAR for the Water, Slide & ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 590 Silver Road, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Scribble & Bloom Book Launch

Come celebrate the launch of I Learn Best With You, the debut storybook from Scribble and Bloom, a heartfelt tale ...

Summer Book Sale at Friends of the Ocala Public Library

Summer Book Sale at the Ocala Public Library Headquarters Time to do some cleaning and donate books to Friends of the ...

Youth Nerf Challenge

Join us for an action-packed Nerf Wars event designed exclusively for kids aged 5 to 12! Get ready for an ...

Hot Shot Basketball at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

A basketball game where players score points by making shots from different designated spots on the court. Ages 9-16.

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 ...

Draw All Men Ministries Church and Mr Mobile Solutions Back to School Bash

FREE Backpacks & Shoes (While supplies last!) Prizes, Games, & Giveaways. Christian vibes & encouragement for the new school year! FREE Pizza. ...

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

Back to School Drive Thru at Williston City Hall

Back to school drive thru with free backpacks, school supplies and more! Pre-k through 12th Grade, Students must be present.

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 50 NW Main St, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

NAACP 5114 Marion County Education Day

Information, Giveaways, Backpacks, Fire Truck, and Face Painting.

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 ...

The Bad Guys 2 Celebration at Barnes and Noble

With "The Bad Guys 2 scheduled to be released in theaters on August 1, join us in store to celebrate ...

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