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18January

Florida Manatee Festival

Located in the "Manatee Capital of the World", The Florida Manatee Festival is an annual event held every January in ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Citrus Avenue, Crystal River, Florida
  • Cost: Adults: $10 | 12 and under FREE
  • Website: www.gomanateefest.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Perdue Barrel Race Brandon's Barrel Bash

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

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 ...

Learn To Skate at Skate A Way South

Skating lessons are every Saturday morning from 10:00-11:00 AM. Please check the class website for all class updates including class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $8 per lesson after first (includes skates)
  • Website: learntoskateocala.com
  • Category: Classes

Strawberry U-Pick and Kids Activites at Brown and Brown

U-Pick Strawberries (U-Pick availability depends on field conditions.) • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM or until sold out • $4.75 per pound ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Brown & Brown Farms: 13992 N US-301, Oxford, FL
  • Cost: See description for costs
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 12:00 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

ART 4 ALL at Ft. King Presbyterian

Free, high quality creative activities for ALL ages, ALL faiths, and ALL ability levels in a fun and supportive environment. ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Ft. King Presbyterian Church: 13 NE 36th Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free (We are always grateful for donations toward our supplies.)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

Lorwyn Eclipsed PreRelease at Goblin King Games

Max 3 Rounds ~ Swiss Pairings. Play Booster Pack Per Win ~ Earn up to 3 packs!

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2750 E. Silver Springs Blvd. #201-202 , Ocala
  • Cost: $30 entry (covers event + prize support)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pearl Project Nurture Family Fun Night (Foster Families)

Join us for fun and connection for the whole family! Family Nurture Nights are trauma-informed evenings designed to help kids and caregivers ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Meadowbrook Church, 4741 SW 20th St, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free- Spots Limited Registration Required
  • Website: www.thepearlproject.org
  • Category: Other, Free
19January

MLK Commemorative Celebration March

The Historic March – Monday, January 19, 2026 | 9:00 AM Walk in the footsteps of change during the MLK Historic ...

MLK Day in the Park

Get ready to celebrate MLK Day 2026 in a BIG way! The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission is bringing ...

Easy Street Funworks MLK Day

School is out and we are open! Swing by today for tons of family fun!

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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
20January

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 ...

Bouncing Babies at Belleview Public Library

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

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 ...

Level Up Tuesday Video Game Day (Ages 5-12) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Level up your Tuesdays at the Rec It Studio! Join us on the third and fourth Tuesday of each month ...

YALLA Teen Club: MANGAlicious at Marion Oaks Public Library

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

Afterschool Youth Club at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Jan. 6 - March 31 | Tuesdays| 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.| Ages 5 - 12 Let kids get creative and have ...

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

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

Get ready to move and groove! Join KDC and the Sunshine Sliders as they teach line dancing to youth in ...

  • 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: Classes, Free

Cheap Skate Nights at Skate A Way South

We have great food, live, DJ, and tons of games to play! Come join us for an easy stress-free night ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 Admission (Skating or Not)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Shadowverse Evolve Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

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

21January

Complimentary Kids Fun Day at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

This is a complimentary pass to have a playdate at the Marion Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. Caregivers bring your ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Toddler Music Class at Nieves Music Studio

Toddler music classes are a weekly 45 minute class where young children and their caregivers can explore melody making, rhythms, ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 2620 SW 17th Rd Ste 500, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Trial (1st Class): $20 | Single Class: $30
  • Website: www.nievesmusicstudio.com
  • Category: Classes

Family Story Time at Freedom Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

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 ...

Star Twirlers at Ed Croskey Recreation Center

Jan. 7 - March 4 | Wednesdays | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Ages 6 - 13 | Free Program E.D. ...

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

Every Wednesday we host Commander ~ Magic's most popular format! Casual, Fun, and best of all Free!

Marion Maker Meetup at Marion County Maker Collective

Bring your project to work on and share with our community of makers! It's a great way to network with ...

Pop, Lock and Dance (Ages 5-17) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Join our dynamic dance class and unleash your inner dancer with hip-hop, jazz, and contemporary styles. Our professional instructors bring ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes
22January

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 ...

Tater Tot Thursday at Rainbow Lakes Estates

Fun, Enrichment, And Stimulation for toddlers at RLE Community Center.

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: Ongoing Programs, Free

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Forest Public Library

Bouncing Babies Story Time For ages birth to 23 months. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Storytime Science at Discovery Center

Get cozy and listen as we read aloud a storybook. Each reading is followed by a science demonstration or activity. ...

Homeschool Dance Class at The Art District

Available for any child who would like to participate in extra curricular activities during morning hours. This class is NOT ...

  • 10:45 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: 10381 US Hwy 441 (Publix Plaza), Belleview
  • Cost: $25 Single Class
  • Website: www.tadstudio.net
  • Category: Classes

Critter Chats at Discovery Center

Join our critter team for educational talks featuring one or more of our live animal exhibits. A range of topics ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free with Admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Extreme STEAM Team at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

For ages 8-12. Push the boundaries of science with dynamic projects and experiments.

Grandview World Nights at World Equestrian Center

Come experience the elegance of the best Clydesdale, Belgian and Percheron Six Horse Hitches in the world compete at the ...

Escape Room: Can You Get Out at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

For teens and adults. Find the clues, solve the problems and survive the challenges! ConFAB Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12 Escape ...

Youth Gardening Club at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

Come dig in the dirt, plant seeds and learn how to grow your own flowers, fruits and veggies! The Youth Gardening ...

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 ...

  • 5:00 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

Car Seat Safety Class and Giveaway

This class provides free convertible car seats to Marion County residents after attending an instruction session. Please call 352-644-2751 to ...

Friends and Family Night at Four Smokes BBQ

Join us for a very special friends and family night at the brand new Four Smokes BBQ located inside the ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Four Smokes BBQ, 3100 SW College Rd suite 3090, Ocala, Florida 34474
  • Cost: Free- While Supplies Last
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
23January

Mom Support Group at Loving Arms Birth and Wellness Center

Support group for moms of young children (toddler and under). Get together each week with other moms to have some ...

Family Story Time at Forest Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Ocala Truck and Tractor Pull

Mid Florida Truck and Tractor Pullers will be returning to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion on January 23rd, 24th, 25yh. Make ...

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 ...

Brick City Builders at Forest Public Library

For ages 5-12 with caregivers. March 6-April 24

Grandview World Nights at World Equestrian Center

Come experience the elegance of the best Clydesdale, Belgian and Percheron Six Horse Hitches in the world compete at the ...

Parents Night Out at YMCA

Get ready for a night of hands on slime fun! Kids will become scientists as they stretch, mix, and explore ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Frank Deluca YMCA, 3200 SE 17th St, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $25 per child for Plus and Max Members |$40 per child for Base and Non-Members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Pop, Lock and Dance (Ages 13+) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Join our dynamic dance class and unleash your inner dancer with hip-hop, jazz and contemporary styles. Our professional instructors bring ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes

Ocala Symphony Orchestra: Open Rehearsals

Friday, October 17, 2025: Nights in the Gardens of Spain Friday, January 23, 2026: Romantic America Friday, February 13, 2026: Film Music ...

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 ...

Winter Concert Series at College Road Baptist Church

Our Winter Concert Series begins with: 01/23-The Inspirations 02/13-Triumphant 02/20- Gold City 03/27- The Guardians

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!

24January

OPU Volleyball Pop-Up Clinic 8-12U

OPU is bringing you four pop-up clinics designed for athletes (ages 8-12) ready to learn the game of volleyball! Perfect ...

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 ...

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 ...

Hoggetowne Medieval Faire in Gainesville

One weekend of Medieval Merriment! Artisans and craftspeople shall ply their trades with skill, olde world demonstrations shall enchant, and ...

OTrak Chalk Walk at Tuscawilla Art Park

This free community event will include a juried chalk art competition, live music, artisan booths, family-friendly activities, food trucks, and ...

Pioneer Village Tour at Silver River Museum

Public tours of the pioneer “cracker” village are offered October through April, on the second and fourth Saturday mornings. Tours ...

Strawberry U-Pick and Kids Activites at Brown and Brown

U-Pick Strawberries (U-Pick availability depends on field conditions.) • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM or until sold out • $4.75 per pound ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Brown & Brown Farms: 13992 N US-301, Oxford, FL
  • Cost: See description for costs
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

American Sign Language Fundamentals at Sankofa Public Library

Explore Deaf history, culture and the fundamentals of American Sign Language. Presented by the Greater Marion County Association of the Deaf.

Heroes Wanted at Forest Public Library

Heroes Wanted! Explore fantasy worlds, defeat monsters and discover the basics of gameplay with the highly skilled Storytelling Knights and friends. ...

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $12 per person (includes entry to 12-3 session)l)
  • Website: www.facebook.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, ...

PAW Chili Challenge and HUBCAT Car Show

Attendees can enjoy a vendor marketplace, food trucks, inflatables, games, and music, with a chili cook-off featuring CASI and Open ...

Renaissance Faire at Dunnellon Public Library

Renaissance Faire- Hear ye and good morrow! Joineth us for games, festivities and much merriment. Cometh in costume at and ...

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 ...

Ocala Truck and Tractor Pull

Mid Florida Truck and Tractor Pullers will be returning to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion on January 23rd, 24th, 25yh. Make ...

Grandview World Nights at World Equestrian Center

Come experience the elegance of the best Clydesdale, Belgian and Percheron Six Horse Hitches in the world compete at the ...

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 ...

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