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28September

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: Free
29September

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: Free

Pickleball U (Any Age) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

This program is designed for individuals who are new to pickleball or looking to refine their basic skills. Pickleball is ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free Program
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Games on a Table at Sankofa Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games!

  • 4:30 pm 
  • Location: Sankofa Public Library:1821 NW 21st Ave Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Rocket Entertainment Family Trivia Night

Welcome to Rocket Knowledge Trivia. A weekly trivia game show for the whole family to enjoy while visiting some of ...

30September

Greater Dunnellon Historical Society Train Depot Museum

Every Tuesday the museum is open from 9 am to noon. Come learn about the early days of Dunnellon. Admission ...

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: Free

Very Special Music at Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center

Come share in the joy of music at the Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center! These interactive workshops are a chance ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Eighth Avenue Adult Center: 830 NE Eighth Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: 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.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Headquarters-Ocala: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

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.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Public Library: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Reddick Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: 15150 NW Gainesville Road Reddick, Florida 32686
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Games on a Table at Belleview Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games and chess!

YALLA Teen Club: Art Guild at Dunnellon Public Library

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

Southern Dance Club (Ages 4-14) at Forest Community Center

Ballet basics, jazz musicals, beginner hip-hop, modern and contemporary. This class is free, for ages 4-14, and is held in ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park, 777 S County Road 314A, Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Chess at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Discover the fundamentals of chess, from understanding the board and its squares to learning the value and moves of each ...

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

Music Bingo Night at Brooklyn's Backyard

Music bingo is a fun and engaging variation of the classic bingo game that replaces numbers with songs. This fun, ...

Play DJ Bingo/Trivia on Tuesdays (multiple locations)

Our Games are always free to play!! Open to the public and family-friendly. Winners win prizes! * Charlie Horse Ocala at ...

01October

Toddler Time (ages 0-4) at Forest Community Center

Join us for this free, fun-filled play group for families with children ages 0-4. This program is designed to encourage ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center: 777 S Hwy 314 A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Playgroup (Birth to 5 years)

Starting Wednesday, October 1, Kaleidoscope Play & Learn will be held at the Salvation Army Center of Hope, 320 NW ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Salvation Army Center of Hope, 320 NW 1st Ave., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free (pre-regsiter suggested)
  • Website: www.elc-marion.org
  • Category: Free

Mom and Baby Club Support Group

The club is a free relaxed gathering for mommies, daddies, and children. We provide information, support, refreshments, and lots of ...

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Marion Oaks Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers. For birth-23 months.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Public Library: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Dunnellon Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Family Story Time at Fort McCoy Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers.

Preschool Adventures at Belleview Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers. For ages 3-5.

Toddling Twos Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Headquarters-Ocala: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Freedom Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Family Story Time at Sankofa Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children of all ages and caregivers.

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sankofa Public Library:1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Pickleball U (Any Age) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

This program is designed for individuals who are new to pickleball or looking to refine their basic skills. Pickleball is ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free Program
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Dragons in the Library at Belleview Public Library

Explore and defeat evil monsters! Learn the basics of turn-based, fantasy, tabletop gameplay. Explore new realms through tabletop gameplay.

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

Casual, Fun and FREE! All formats are welcome! Come in, play a few games of Commander!

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2750 E. Silver Springs Blvd. #201-202 , Ocala, FL, United States, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Pajama Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Story time and pajamas, fun for all ages.

Play DJ Bingo/Trivia on Wednesdays (multiple locations)

Our Games are always free to play!! Open to the public, and family-friendly. Winners win prizes! * Cantina Tex-Mex & Tequila ...

Rocket Entertainment Family Trivia Night

Welcome to Rocket Knowledge Trivia. A weekly trivia game show for the whole family to enjoy while visiting some of ...

02October

Diaper Assistance

Diaper distribution for eligible families takes place at the ELCMC office every Thursdays. Requirements include: - Marion County residency: Provide valid ...

  • 7:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: ELC: 2300 SW 17th Road, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free for eligible families
  • Website: www.elc-marion.org
  • Category: Free

Oaks Tiny Tots at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

This program is for children 4 and under is a perfect opportunity for parents to connect, share tips, and watch ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Tot Time 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
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bouncing Babies at Dunnellon Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Preschool Adventures Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers. For ages 3-5

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Headquarters-Ocala: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Toddler Twos at Belleview Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers. For infants-age 2.

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

YALLA Teen Club:MANGAlicious at Headquarters-Ocala Library

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

YALLA Teen Club: ConFAB at Belleview Public Library

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

Chess at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Discover the fundamentals of chess, from understanding the board and its squares to learning the value and moves of each ...

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

Rocket Entertainment Family Trivia Night

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Play DJ Bingo/Trivia on Thursdays (multiple locations)

Our Games are always free to play!! Open to the public, and family-friendly. Winners win prizes! * The Anchor on Sunset ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Various Locations, See Website
  • Cost: Free to Play
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
03October

Mom Support Group at Loving Arms Birth and Wellness Center

Support group for moms of young children. Get together each week with other moms to have some adult time and ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1008 NE 2nd Street, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Playtime with Bunnies at Marion Oaks Community Center

Are you looking for a fun family-friendly afternoon activity? We have just the program for you! Join us weekly starting ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Community Center (Small Pavilion), 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free for the community
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: • ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free
04October

Brownwood Paddock Square Hometown Market

The Hometown Market brings a vibrant, large-scale outdoor shopping experience to Brownwood Paddock Square each Saturday, filled with fresh local ...

Central Florida Peanut Festival - Williston

Peanuts, arts, crafts, vendors, peanuts, entertainment, food trucks, peanuts. It's how we roll!

Kids Workshops at The Home Depot

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While ...

  • 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: 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 ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Science Saturdays with IHMC

Science Saturdays is a hands-on science program for kids in grades 3rd-7th. Events take place on Saturday morning, once each ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 15 Se Osceola Avenue, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free but tickets required!
  • Website: www.ihmc.us
  • Category: Free

All-Breed Horse Capital Parade

Join us in Downtown Ocala for a celebration of the Horse Capital of the World®! This parade will showcase horses ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Downtown Ocala: SE 1st Ave, Ocala, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Appleton Museum Free First Saturday

Enjoy free admission all day to see the permanent collection and special exhibitions, and to make art in the Artspace!

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Doggone Good Reading with Humane Society of Marion County

All children grades 1st-5th are invited to read to a Humane Society of Marion County dog on select Saturday mornings ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Humane Society of Marion County Florida, 701 NW 14th Rd. Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free-Registration is Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

First Saturday Studio and Gallery Tour

Each location will be independently hosting their own exhibitions & activities. Appleton Museum of Art appletonmuseum.org 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, FL 34470 Marion ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Locations - See description
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: mcaocala.org
  • Category: Free

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

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Barnes and Noble Ocala: 4414 SW College Road Ste 500 Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: stores.barnesandnoble.com
  • Category: Free

A Wicked Good Time at Marion Oaks Public Library

Defy gravity with Elphaba and Glinda in this Oz-mopolitan extravaganza. Costumes encouraged.

  • 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Public Library, 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Calesa Township Fall Block Party

Join Calesa Township for a fun afternoon featuring activities for the whole family to enjoy! This event is free and ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 6404 SW 78th Court, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: 15150 NW Gainesville Road, Reddick, Florida 32686
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Flicks at Reddick Public Library

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

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 15150 NW Gainesville Road Reddick, Florida 32686
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Furr-Ends with Humane Society of Marion County

Want a 4-legged friend by your side? Come join us at our New Cat Event for Children in 4th to ...

  • 2:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 NW 14th Road, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free-Registration is Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Marion County Annual Fall Carnival

Come one, come all to Marion County Parks and Recreation's 7th Annual Carnival! Join us for an evening of fall fun ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Admission is Free/Armbands $5 cash or 5 donated non perishable items
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Trivia Night at Brooklyn's Backyard

Join us and Imagine Entertainment for Trivia Night in the 'Yard'. Enjoy beer specials, pizza and wing deals, and compete ...

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