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05April

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, Free

Dunnellon Community Church Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt to follow each Easter service. Sunday services 8am, 9:30am, 11am

Easter at Cross Pointe Church

After the 9:30am and 11:00am services, kids can head to the playground for a fun Easter egg hunt and a ...

Arts and Crafts Festival at Brownwood Paddock Square

Enjoy two full days of creativity and fun at the Brownwood Arts & Crafts Festival. Explore a vibrant collection of ...

Easter Drop at Brown's Adventure Farm

A helicopter dropping thousands of eggs over a real working farm? That’s a memory your kids will ask about every ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Brown and Brown Farms: 13940 US Hwy 301, Oxford, FL 34484
  • Cost: Tickets are limited – and families who wait pay $4 more at the gate Secure your tickets today!
  • Website: brownsadventurefarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Easter, Still I Rise; Poetry Slam and Open Mic at Center For Spiritual Living

We will be celebrating Easter with a morning of spoken word and music from members of our own spiritual community. ...

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 ...

  • 11:00 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 Celebration at Ocala Church

Join us at The Ocala Church for an amazing service, then stay for the food, fellowship, egg hunt, and the ...

Easter Egg Hunt at Homestead Park

Join us on Easter Sunday for a free egg hunt for the kiddos! Starts at noon sharp!

Souls Harbor First Pentecostal Easter Candy Drop

Easter Sunday Service Sunday, April 5th at 12pm (This service will be in English as well as Spanish and ASL for your ...

Ranger Program at Silver Springs

Join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm (unless otherwise posted) for a Ranger-led program! Program will vary every weekend ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park: 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Program included with Park admission fee: $2 per pedestrian, $5 for single occupant vehicle, $8 for 2-8 visitors in vehicle.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Pokemon Play Session at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Join us for weekly play sessions. No Cost! Play for fun, meet new people. You will need a Pokemon play ...

Spring Sunset 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 ...

  • 5:00 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

One Piece Store Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Join us for our weekly store tournaments. Sign up on the Bandai TCG+ app

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. This year ...

  • 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, Other
06April

The Reading Derby: Ready, Set, Library!

And we’re off… for some reading fun! Celebrate National Library Week all month long with our latest reading adventure. It’s ...

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: Ongoing Programs, Free

Mommy and Me Class at The Art District

Tumble Pals: This class is deisgned for kids ages 18m-3yrs to attend WITH a parent/guardian. Please contact us if you ...

  • 10:45 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 10381 US Hwy 441 (Publix Plaza), Belleview
  • Cost: $25 Single Class
  • Website: www.tadstudio.net
  • 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 ...

Kid Fitness (Ages 5-12) Class at The Art District

Our bi-weekly fitness classes focus on improving endurance, strength and mobility. Tuition in the amount of $50 per person is ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 10381 US Hwy 441 (Publix Plaza), Belleview
  • Cost: $10 drop-in per student
  • Website: www.tadstudio.net
  • Category: Classes

Autism Awareness at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Who, What, When and How these are the questions that everyone has when dealing with the disability's road. Let us ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Special Needs, Free

Games on a Table at Sankofa Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games! March 2-April 27

Giant Volleyball Night at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

Volleyball with at twist! Join us on the volleyball court for some life-sized fun! All ages!

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Junior Mountain Bike Class with Florida DEVO

Join us every Monday! Florida DEVO junior mountain bike development calls the rugged trail of Santos Trailhead located on the ...

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 ...

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

Ocala Steel Orchestra Class (Ages 7+)

Ocala Steel Orchestra (OSO) is offering free music lessons on steelpans and percussion for kids (ages 7-18). Our mission is ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: St. Matthew's Lutheran Church (Room 104): 3453 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Classes
  • Website: ocalasteelorchestra.org
  • Category: Classes, Free
07April

Autism 101

Learn techniques and strategies to care for clients with autism and related disabilities in a person-first manner from the University ...

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 ...

Homeschool Science and Ecology at Brick City Adventure Park

On-going home-school Science & Ecology program for youth ages 9-12. Meets at Brick City Adventure Park each Tuesday. Our homeschool ...

Homeschool STEAM and PE at SSS Community Center

We are offering an ongoing Homeschool PE/Steam program here at the Silver Springs Shores Community/Youth Center every Tuesday at 9:30am ...

Mobile Health Unit at Walmart

The Mobile Health Unit will be providing services at Walmart. Services provided: Health screens, HIV/STI, Childhood Immunizations, pregnancy testing, and WIC

The Reading Derby: Ready, Set, Library!

And we’re off… for some reading fun! Celebrate National Library Week all month long with our latest reading adventure. It’s ...

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers. For ages birth-2.

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.

Family Story Time at Reddick Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers.

Museum and Me Pre-K Program at Appleton Museum of Art

This engaging, multisensory program introduces children ages 2–5 to the Appleton. Each Museum & Me session begins with a storybook ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Member: Free | Non-Member: Included with Admission Fee
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Classes

Bouncing Babies at Freedom Public Library

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

Preschool Adventures at Freedom Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers. Ages 3-5.

Next Level Gamers (ages 6-13) at Brick City Adventure Park

Join our Esports program and level up more than just your game! Players (ages 6-13) will connect with teammates and ...

Brick City Builders at Fort McCoy Public Library

For ages 5-12 with caregivers. Can you build your way through the challenges?

Elevate Homeschool Math/Science Learning at Forest Community Center

This program will be an opportunity for homeschoolers ages 6 – 12 to supplement their math and science learning through ...

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 ...

Art in the Afternoon at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

For ages 5-12 with caregivers. Let your imagination run wild and explore your creative side.

Games on a Table at Belleview Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games and chess!

SNAP: Social Circle (6 and up) with Marion County Parks and Recs

Social Circle is a drop-in program designed for kids with special needs who benefit from adaptive, supportive activities. Children can ...

Family Fun Night at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Come enjoy outdoor fun! Children ages 5-10 yrs with adult caregivers (must be present at all times). Bring your water ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

YALLA Teen Club: ConFab at Dunnellon Public Library

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

YALLA Teen Club: MANGAlicious at Sankofa Library

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

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

Starting Jan. 6 | Tuesdays | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Ages 5 - 17 | Free Program Get ready to ...

  • 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: Ongoing Programs, Free

Games on a Table at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games! Tuesdays, 5 p.m., Jan. 6 & 20, Feb. 3 & 17

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

Classes every Tuesday for ages 4-18 will cover dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary. Classes follow the ...

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

Storytime with the Mayor

Our Mayor will read a book to the kids while they enjoy snacks, activities, and the excitement of getting a ...

Kid's Pottery Wheel Class at Picasso's Palette

Let your child’s imagination come to life with clay! In this fun, hands-on pottery wheel workshop, kids will learn the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, Fl 34471
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: picassospalette.com
  • Category: Classes

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: Family Fun

Shadowverse Evolve Tournament at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

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

08April

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Playgroup (Birth to 5 years)

The weekly playgroup is free for children from birth to age 5 and their parent or caregiver. Trained facilitators lead ...

Mornings with Mommy at Abiding Hope Lutheran Church

Mornings with Mommy is an educational playgroup for caregivers and children infant to toddler along with age appropriate activities. Mornings ...

The Reading Derby: Ready, Set, Library!

And we’re off… for some reading fun! Celebrate National Library Week all month long with our latest reading adventure. It’s ...

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

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 ...

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Marion Oaks Public Library

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

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.

WIC Clases de Lactancia

El Programa WIC del Condado de Marion ofrece clases de lactancia gratis para madres nuevas embarazadas. La clase repasará las ...

Toddling Twos 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.

WIC Breastfeeding Class

The Marion County WIC Program offers a free breastfeeding class for new or expecting moms. The class will go over ...

Dragons in the Library at Sankofa Public Library

Explore new realms through tabletop game play.

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 ...

Kid Fitness (Ages 5-12) Class at The Art District

Our bi-weekly fitness classes focus on improving endurance, strength and mobility. Tuition in the amount of $50 per person is ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 10381 US Hwy 441 (Publix Plaza), Belleview
  • Cost: $10 drop-in per student
  • Website: www.tadstudio.net
  • Category: Classes

FUNtasmagoria at Marion Oaks Public Library

Explore the world through science, stories and activities! It’s FUNtastic! March 11 World of Spies March 18 Show Me the Money March 25 ...

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

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

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 ...

Pajama Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Story time and pajamas, fun for all ages.

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
09April

Sensory Mornings at Bounce and Play

We offer a Sensory Friendly Hour before we open to the public. This special time is designed to create a ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Bounce and Play: 4881 SW 60th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $14.99 Adults are FREE in the 5 and under section and adults are also FREE as spectators!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Special Needs

Tyke Hikes (Ages 5 and under)

Tykes will go on mini adventures around the city while exploring nature and learning about our beautiful city parks. Come ...

Very Special Painting at Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center

Join us at the Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center for another installment of our "Very Special Painting Series" with Christopher ...

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.

  • 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

The Reading Derby: Ready, Set, Library!

And we’re off… for some reading fun! Celebrate National Library Week all month long with our latest reading adventure. It’s ...

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.

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

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. ...

Toddler Twos at Belleview Public Library

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

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

Crochet Corner at Sankofa Public Library

Relax and crochet. All skill levels welcome. March 12 & 26, April 9 & 23

Inclusive Fitness Crew at Anytime Fitness

Inclusive adaptive exercises, fun and functional movement for all fitness levels.

Next Level Gamers (ages 6-13) at Brick City Adventure Park

Join our Esports program and level up more than just your game! Players (ages 6-13) will connect with teammates and ...

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

Come cheer on the Patriots at their home baseball game.

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 ...

Adventures in Bookland at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Youth Book Club. For ages 5-12 with caregivers.

YALLA Teen Club:ConFAB at Headquarters-Ocala Library

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

Art and Craft Workshop in Spanish at Chelsea Art Center

Ages 6-17 join Maylle to create wonderful seasonal craft projects. Build self-confidence, dexterity skills, creative imagination in a fun environment. ...

YALLA Teen Club ConFAB at Freedom Public Library

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

Esports Connect at Forest Community Center

Esports Connect is a fun and welcoming gaming program for youth ages 10–15 at the Forest Community Center! Participants will ...

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: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

SNAP: Trail Trotters with Marion County Parks and Recs

SNAP (Special Needs & Adaptive Programming) Join us for Trail Trotters! An outdoor program for youth & adults of all abilities ...

Ocala Steel Orchestra Class (Ages 7+)

Ocala Steel Orchestra (OSO) is offering free music lessons on steelpans and percussion for kids (ages 7-18). Our mission is ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: St. Matthew's Lutheran Church (Room 104): 3453 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Classes
  • Website: ocalasteelorchestra.org
  • Category: Classes, Free

Mean Girls by CF Theatre at College of Central Florida

The VPA Department at CF proudly presents its spring musical, “Mean Girls,” from April 9-12 in the Dassance Fine Arts ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Charles Dassance Fine Arts Center at College of Central Florida, 3001 SW College Rd Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $12 for adults, $6 for non-CF students*
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts, Free

Wizard of Oz at Ocala's Marion Theatre

Young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical ...

10April

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 ...

The Reading Derby: Ready, Set, Library!

And we’re off… for some reading fun! Celebrate National Library Week all month long with our latest reading adventure. It’s ...

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: Ongoing Programs, Free

Family Story Time at Forest 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 ...

Brick City Builders at Forest Public Library

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

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 ...

Games on a Table at Marion Oaks Public Library

Games on a Table Play classic, contemporary and tabletop roleplaying games!

Get Crafty at Belleview Public Library

Create something wonderful. Jan. 9 Watercolor Bookmarks Feb. 6 Papercraft Valentines March 6 Ribbon Flags April 10 Patriotic Pinwheels

Ocala Table Tennis Night (Teens 13 and up) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

We’ve teamed up with the Ocala Table Tennis Club to bring fast-paced fun and friendly competition to the community! Play on ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: $3 per session- Registration is not Tequired
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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

Riftbound Weekly Nexus Nights at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

We will be hosting Weekly Nexus night events entry will be $5.

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. This year ...

  • 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, Other

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 ...

After Dark In the Park Movie Series: Despicable Me 2

It's movie time! Join us for FREE movies throughout the year at different City of Ocala parks. We will bring ...

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 ...

Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Open skate for fall fun! Sessions 7pm-10pm.

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $12 includes skates-$10 if you bring skates.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

Peter/Wendy by Ambleside Ocala at Ocala Civic Theatre

In 1959 Louisiana, the Bayou is the found home to a misfit community of runaways, led by a legendary boy ...

Wiley and the Hairy Man at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Deep within the Tombigbee swamp lives a fatherless boy named Wiley, his faithful dog, his conjure-woman mother – and the ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Academy West at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, 1821 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala
  • Cost: $18 for adults / $12 for ages 18 and younger
  • Website: ocalacivictheatre.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

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!!!

Mean Girls by CF Theatre at College of Central Florida

The VPA Department at CF proudly presents its spring musical, “Mean Girls,” from April 9-12 in the Dassance Fine Arts ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Charles Dassance Fine Arts Center at College of Central Florida, 3001 SW College Rd Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $12 for adults, $6 for non-CF students*
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts, Free

The Princess Diaries at Marion Theatre

Mia Thermopolis has just found out that she is the heir apparent to the throne of Genovia. With her friends ...

11April

Marion County Parks and Rec Brick City Summer Camp Registration

Check in begins at 6am and Registration starts at 8am. Sign up your children for a great experience this summer! ...

  • 6:00 am 
  • Location: In-Person Location: Green Clover Hall, 319 SE 26th Terr, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Children's Miracle Network 5K Walk/Run

Mark your calendars for April 11, 2026. We’re kicking off at 8:00 a.m. at the Baseline Road Trailhead Park. Sponsored ...

Jog for Jesus 5K

WELCOME to the Fifth Annual Blessed Trinity Catholic School 5K - Jog for Jesus 5K. Once again, we are awarding medals ...

Annual Farmland Preservation Festival

Join the Fun at the 18th Annual Farmland Preservation Festival! Bing the whole family out for a day of country charm ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Stirrups 'n Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. 4246 W Hwy 318, Citra, FL 32113
  • Cost: Free/ $5 parking fee
  • Website: sites.google.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Dunnellon Boomtown Festival

Step Back in Time at Dunnellon’s Boomtown Days Festival! Round up yer pardner and hitch a ride into history on April ...

  • 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, 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 ...

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: Classes, Free

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 ...

2026 Warmachine Slow Grow League at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

We have a couple tournaments scheduled in Jan/Feb already, but starting in March we are doing a slow grow league ...

Art Park Literary and Poetry Festival

The City of Ocala, in partnership with the Marion County Public Library System, presents the first annual Art Park Literary ...

Brown and Brown Farms Spring Craft Market

Located at Brown's Adventure Farm, this craft market is FREE to park and shop at. - Over 150 vendors - A Huge ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Brown and Brown Farms: 13940 US Hwy 301, Oxford, FL 34484
  • Cost: Free to park and shop
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Carson Springs Wildlife Spring Safari

Open House at Carson Springs Wildlife. Big cat feedings, Giraffe feedings, and animal interactions.

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Carson Springs Wildlife, 8528 E County RD 225, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Cash at the gate: $15 for ages 12and Up/ $10 for ages 3-11/ Free for ages 2 and under
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours, Other

Cedar Key Old Florida Celebration of the Arts

Established in 1964 and formerly known as the Cedar Key Sidewalk Arts Festival, the Old Florida Celebration of the Arts ...

Fun in the Sun: Outdoor Adventures (All Ages)

Join us for outdoor games, music and refreshments—the perfect way to enjoy a spring morning! This free, family-friendly event is open ...

Gopher Tortoise Day Celebration at Fort King

This day brings together wildlife professionals and nature enthusiasts dedicated to protecting the tortoise and its habitat. Join us to ...

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 ...

Rag Rug a Tort at Fort King (Ages 10 and up)

Join us for Gopher Tortoise Day at Fort King! Learn about the keystone species and bring home a historic homesteading ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark, 3925 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $10- Registration is Required
  • Website: ocalafl.perfectmind.com
  • Category: Classes

Santa Fe Spring Arts Festival

Santa Fe College announces the 54th 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, Free

The Reading Derby: Ready, Set, Library!

And we’re off… for some reading fun! Celebrate National Library Week all month long with our latest reading adventure. It’s ...

UF VetMed Open House

As the state’s only veterinary medical college, the UF College of Veterinary Medicine is proud to open its doors to ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: UF College of Veterinary Medicine, 2015 SW 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.vetmed.ufl.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

My Way Matinee Sensory-Friendly Movies at Regal Cinemas

These showings will be the first show of the day on select Saturdays each month. Regal’s My Way Matinee gives ...

Ready, Set, Kindergarten! at Sankofa Public Library

Before your preschooler takes off on a new adventure, prepare! Help your child make sense of the big, big world ...

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

Epic Theater Sensory Friendly Showings

Movies are meant to be enjoyed by everyone, and that is exactly why Epic Theatres has introduced Sensory Friendly Screenings. ...

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft

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

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, ...

Turning Red at Ocala's Marion Theatre

A thirteen-year-old girl named Mei Lee is torn between staying her mother’s dutiful daughter and the changes of adolescence. And ...

Crotchet with Margo at Chelsea Art Center

Crochet has an incredibly long history, dating back to early Egyptians. Crochet is a calming, repetitive, creative art. Begin your ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: FREE for young people ages 7-12 accompanied by their registered adult! $15 per session
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Pokemon League Challenge at Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Come join us for our monthly league challenge. Make sure you bring your deck list and player ID to sign ...

Creative Saturday Club at Chelsea Art Center

For young artists ages 6 - 17. Fun, creative craft time with Maylle.

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $20 - Reservation Requested
  • Website: chelseaartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

Daytime Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Afternoon open skate for all ages.

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $10 includes skates ($8 with your skates)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Fun in the Parks with Ocala Parks and Recreation

Join us for Fun in the Parks! Each month, we're bringing hands-on science, wild critter encounters, creative crafts and exciting recreation ...

YALLA Teen Club: ConFab at Fort McCoy Public Library

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

Ranger Program at Silver Springs

Join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm (unless otherwise posted) for a Ranger-led program! Program will vary every weekend ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs State Park: 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Program included with Park admission fee: $2 per pedestrian, $5 for single occupant vehicle, $8 for 2-8 visitors in vehicle.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Wizard of Oz at Ocala's Marion Theatre

Young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical ...

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 ...

Spring Sunset 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 ...

  • 5:00 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

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. This year ...

  • 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, Other

Family Night at Skate Mania

Saturday 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: $12 per person (includes roller skates)
  • 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 ...

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 ...

Peter/Wendy by Ambleside Ocala at Ocala Civic Theatre

In 1959 Louisiana, the Bayou is the found home to a misfit community of runaways, led by a legendary boy ...

Wiley and the Hairy Man at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Deep within the Tombigbee swamp lives a fatherless boy named Wiley, his faithful dog, his conjure-woman mother – and the ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Academy West at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, 1821 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala
  • Cost: $18 for adults / $12 for ages 18 and younger
  • Website: ocalacivictheatre.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Little Mania Wrestling All Stars

Get ready for the biggest little wrestling event of the year! The Mini-Wrestling * All Stars are coming to town: ...

Mean Girls by CF Theatre at College of Central Florida

The VPA Department at CF proudly presents its spring musical, “Mean Girls,” from April 9-12 in the Dassance Fine Arts ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Charles Dassance Fine Arts Center at College of Central Florida, 3001 SW College Rd Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $12 for adults, $6 for non-CF students*
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts, Free
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