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07June

License-Free Saltwater Fishing Days

Reel in the Fun this License-Free Fishing Weekend! Save the date for the upcoming license-free fishing weekends, a perfect opportunity to ...

  • 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

Pony Garten at Stable Life Farm (1 year -60 pounds)

Pony Garten is a program designed to introduce your littles to the amazing world of horses and ponies. They get ...

Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E Cheese

Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families who have children with autism and other special needs. Our Sensory events ...

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 ...

Wayne's Birthday Free for All at Wayne's World of Paintball

FREE Admission, FREE Equipment, FREE Air First come - first served. We only have a limited amount of equipment available, so ...

  • 9:30 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4841 S Pine Ave, Ocala, Florida 34480
  • Cost: FREE Admission, FREE Equipment, FREE Air
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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

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

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

Art Exhibit Opening Reception at Chelsea Art Center

Join us for a delightful afternoon Reception this Sunday at Chelsea Art Center. Our summer all-media exhibit feature's themes of Patriotism, ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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

Get creative with clay in this fun, hands-on workshop designed for adults & teens! In this guided class, you'll learn ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Picasso's Palette: 106 SW 17th St, Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: $46 per person- Registration Required
  • Website: picassospalette.com
  • Category: Classes

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
08June

Explorers Summer Day Camp at Ocala West UMC

The Family Ministry of Ocala West UMC for Food Truck Party: On a Roll with God! EXPLORERS is a Summer ...

Summer Rec It Studio (Any Age) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Get ready for a summer full of creativity, fun, and themed adventures at the Rec-It Studio! Each week features a ...

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

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

  • 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

Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Public skate session for the summer!

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $10 includes skates-$8 if you bring skates.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Easy Street Summer Fun - Monday Madness

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 specials
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 Freedom Public Library

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

Games on a Table at Sankofa Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games!

Beginner Pottery Wheel Class (16 and up) at Picasso's Palette

Discover the joy of working with clay in our beginner-friendly pottery wheel workshop! Whether you've never touched a pottery wheel ...

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

Roast and Rook at Forest Community Center (16 and up)

Join us for Roast and Rook at the Forest Community Center, a free and friendly chess gathering where everyone is ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park, 777 S County Road 314A, Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Competitions & Games

Play DJ Bingo/Trivia on Mondays (multiple locations)

Our Games are always free to play!! Open to the public and family-friendly. Winners win prizes! * DJ Bingo: Four Smokes ...

09June

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 ...

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

Games on a Table at Forest Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games! June 9 & 23 , July 14 & 28

Summer Rec It Studio (Any Age) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Get ready for a summer full of creativity, fun, and themed adventures at the Rec-It Studio! Each week features a ...

Very Special Music at Eight Avenue Adult Activity Center

Every other Tuesday, this welcoming, hands-on workshop invites everyone (children 6 and up) to come experience the joy of creating. ...

Celebrate America! at Belleview Public Library

Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. BreakSpot lunch served at noon. June 2 K-9 Deputy Albi June 9 ...

Celebrate America! at Reddick Public Library

Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. BreakSpot lunch served at noon. June 2 Star Spangled Fun June 9 ...

Family Story Time at Marion Oaks Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Tiny Tots at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers. For ages 2 and under.

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

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

Summer is right around the corner! Join us for our summer drop-in program Wonder Lab! This series will follow a ...

Bowling Tuesday with Champions for Champions

This is one of our most social programs, perfect for building confidence and enjoying an afternoon of community! It doesn’t ...

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 Fort McCoy Public Library

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

Doodlebug Club at Chelsea Art Center

Doodlebugs Club is for kids ages 7-12 who love to draw. They will learn drawing skills with instructor Barbara Fife.

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center: 3305 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $15 per class or $60 for 4 weeks
  • Website: chelseaartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

Games on a Table at Belleview Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games and chess!

Horse Tales with Sassy at Dunnellon Public Library

Hi, I’m Sassy, a miniature therapy horse! I love stories. Won’t you please read to me?

YALLA Teen Club:ConFAB 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 ...

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

Karaoke Night at Terry's Bar and Grill

Bring the whole family or the crew and sing a few! Kids can sing too!!! We start at 7pm and ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 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, Free

Jump Into Rhythm Double Dutch Class

Jump into this fast‑paced, high‑energy Double Dutch program where you’ll master jump‑rope fundamentals, sharpen coordination and rhythm, while building teamwork ...

Pajama Story Time at Freedom Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

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! * DJ Bingo: Charlie Horse ...

Education Series at Loving Arms Birth and Wellness Center

These gatherings will take place on the second Tuesday of each month, featuring a new topic each time related to ...

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
10June

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

Join us every Wednesday during the summer for a special morning showing of family-friendly films! Don’t miss out on ...

Marion Theatre Summer Kids Film Series

Movies will be screened every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 10 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM. A ...

Summer Rec It Studio (Any Age) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Get ready for a summer full of creativity, fun, and themed adventures at the Rec-It Studio! Each week features a ...

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

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Marion Oaks Public Library

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

Celebrate America! at Fort McCoy Public Library

Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. BreakSpot lunch served at 11:30 a.m. June 3 Save the Plants June ...

Family Story Time at Dunnellon Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with 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 ...

Celebrate America! at Ocala Public Library-Headquarters

Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. BreakSpot lunch served at noon. June 3 Wild About the Northeast 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 ...

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 be accompanied ...

Summer Breakspot Wednesdays

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

Easy Street Summer Fun

Easy Street is Ocala's number one stop for Family Friendly fun for All Ages! From New Arcade Games, to the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: See Description for Prices and Special Hours
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

Summer is right around the corner! Join us for our summer drop-in program Wonder Lab! This series will follow a ...

Family Fun Bingo at Marion Oaks

Family Friendly Bingo

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Community Center, 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: $1 per card- Cash Only
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Silver Springs Shores Community Center Summer Splash Showdown

For ages 10-17. Join us at the Youth Center Pool every Wednesday at 2pm for pool games. July 1st Youth Volleyball July ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center 590 Silver Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free for the kids of the community Parents with no membership $3
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

WIC Breastfeeding Class

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

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 ...

Reader's Theatre at Freedom Public Library

A star is born... and it’s you! Bring scripts to life with other budding actors. Wednesdays, 3 p.m., June 3-July ...

Sunset Delights Cruise-In Car Show

Each Week we will pick a Car or Truck for our "Cruiser of the Week" Award. Enjoy some of the ...

Celebrate America! at Marion Oaks Public Library

Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. June 10 Wild and Wonderful Florida June 17 Down on the Bayou June ...

Palette Pals at Chelsea Arts Center

Painting with acrylics for ages 7-12 with Instructor Barbara Fife. All painting supplies and an apron are included.

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center: 3305 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $15 per class or $60 for 4 weeks
  • Website: chelseaartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

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 ...

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! * DJ Bingo: Cantina Tex-Mex ...

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
11June

America 250 Scavenger Hunt at Tuscawilla Park

Join us for the America 250 Scavenger Hunt presented by the Ocala Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution! Step ...

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

Mobile Health Unit at Marion Oaks Recreation

The Mobile Health Unit will be providing services at Marion Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. Services provided: HIV/STD, Immunizations, and WIC If ...

  • 9:30 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

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

Gentle Carousel's Reading with Horses

Gentle Carousel's Reading with Horses summer literacy programs return this year on Thursdays at 10:00 AM June 4 - July ...

Marion Theatre Summer Kids Film Series

Movies will be screened every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 10 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM. A ...

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 ...

Summer Rec It Studio (Any Age) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Get ready for a summer full of creativity, fun, and themed adventures at the Rec-It Studio! Each week features a ...

Tater Tot Thursday at Rainbow Lakes Estates

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

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. ...

Celebrate America! at Freedom Public Library

Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. BreakSpot lunch served at 12:30 p.m. June 4 Rockin’ USA June 11 ...

Celebrate America! at Sankofa Public Library

Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. June 4 The First Stories June 11 Homestead Adventure June 18 We the ...

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

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

Summer is right around the corner! Join us for our summer drop-in program Wonder Lab! This series will follow a ...

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 ...

Crochet Corner at Sankofa Public Library

Relax and crochet. All skill levels welcome.

Thursday Crafts (English and Spanish) at Chelsea Art Center

Connect with other young artist, develop new skills, and create unique pieces that reflect your personality and imagination. Explore the most ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $20 per class
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

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

Teen Cooking Class (Ages 13-17)

Teens will learn how to make delicious meals from scratch while having fun with friends! This hands-on class will have ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $10 per session- Registration Required
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

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 ...

Fort King Summer Nights Lecture Series (Ages 13+)

Explore Florida’s past with engaging presentations from historians, educators and cultural experts. Each week highlights a different chapter of our ...

Pajama Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Story time and pajamas, fun for all ages.

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! * DJ Bingo: The Anchor ...

12June

America 250 Scavenger Hunt at Tuscawilla Park

Join us for the America 250 Scavenger Hunt presented by the Ocala Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution! Step ...

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 ...

Appleton Artspace Summer Hours

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

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

Marion Theatre Summer Kids Film Series

Movies will be screened every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 10 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM. A ...

Summer Rec It Studio (Any Age) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Get ready for a summer full of creativity, fun, and themed adventures at the Rec-It Studio! Each week features a ...

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

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

  • 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

Youth Arts and Crafts at Marion Oaks Community Center

This summer enjoy a fun time of arts and crafts.

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation Center, 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Members: Free |General Public: $2
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Celebrate America! at Dunnellon Public Library

Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. BreakSpot lunch served at noon. June 5 1776 June 12 Westward, Ho! June ...

Celebrate America! at Forest Public Library

Celebrate America! For ages 5-12 with caregivers. Sharing our united spirit and stories. Breakspot lunch served at 12:30 p.m. June 05 ...

Daytime Open Skate at Skate A Way South

Afternoon open skate for all ages.

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 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

Easy Street Summer Fun - Fantastic Friday

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
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Story Time at Forest Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Summer Breakspot Fridays

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

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

Summer is right around the corner! Join us for our summer drop-in program Wonder Lab! This series will follow a ...

Reading with the Rangers

Reading with the Ranger is a family-friendly literacy program led by a City of Ocala Park Ranger. Children and their ...

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 ...

Gamers Guild at Sankofa Public Library

Explore the realm of games from screen to table! Co-sponsored by City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department.

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

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

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

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Picasso's Palette: 106 SW 17th St, Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: $46 per person- Registration Required
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • Category: Classes

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.

Trucks and Tunes at Circle Square Commons

Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and good food from 6 to 9 pm! Free and open to the public ...

Dungeons and Dragons Club at Rainbow Lake Estates

Dungeons & Dragons Club at Rainbow Lakes Estates, Calling all adventurers! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons Club at the ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: RLE Creative Art Center, 24654 SW Shorewood Dr, Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Annual Fee of $10 for Members/ $15 for Non-Members
  • Website: discoverdunnellon.com
  • Category: Competitions & Games

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 ...

Hear Us Roar III at Ocala Civic Theater

Save the Date for an incredible live performance featuring clients from The Arc of Marion and professional musicians from Arts ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Civic Theatre, 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: General Admission $25
  • Website: aihocala.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

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 ...

Teen Skate Night at Skate Mania

Music videos, live DJ spinning the best Hip Hop, lights, food and snacks available!

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $12 per person (includes skate rental)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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!!!

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America 250 Scavenger Hunt at Tuscawilla Park

Join us for the America 250 Scavenger Hunt presented by the Ocala Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution! Step ...

License-Free Freshwater Fishing 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

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 ...

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 ...

Town of McIntosh Water Day Celebration

Music, Slides, Water balloons, free food from 10am-1pm.

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Van Ness Park, 20400 10th Street, McIntosh, FL 32664
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

FamFest at Tuscawilla Park

Bring the whole family for an uplifting day centered on faith, fellowship, worship, and community. Enjoy powerful live worship music from ...

Hawaiian Day at the Pool with City of Ocala

It's a day to celebrate! Dress up in theme and head to one of the City of Ocala's pools for ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Hampton Aquatic Fun Center | 255 NW Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Jervey Gantt Aquatic Fun Center | 2390 SE 36 Ave.
  • Cost: See Website for Rates
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Summer Speaker Series at Silver River Museum

Join us for our Summer Speaker Series this June and July.

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

Williston Watermelon Festival

Join us for the 3rd Annual Williston Watermelon Festival and pageant. Another great year to celebrate the wonderful farmers in ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Heritage Park Pavilion, 116 N Main St, Williston, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

A Walk in the Park presented by The Dance Company of Ocala

Join us for a lively trip through an amusement-park–inspired world of movement, music, and storytelling as our dancers bring the ...

Construction Zone at Fort McCoy Public Library

Imagine what you can build!

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: Other, Free

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft- Make a Superhero Plaque for Father's Day

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

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

Ocala Pickle Festival at Midtown Station

Get ready, Ocala… because this is kind of a big dill. Join us for the Ocala Pickle Festival — a ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Midtown Station Outside, 235 NE Watula Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Sparks at Dunnellon Public Library

For ages 8-12. Experiment, innovate and create. June 13 Firework Cookies July 11 Patriotic Playdough

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, ...

Easy Street Summer Fun - Family Fun Day

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
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Movies Matinee at Reddick Public Library

Bring your lunch and celebrate. America through cinema. Anyone younger than age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. June 13 ...

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 ...

Wonder Lab at Discovery Center

Summer is right around the corner! Join us for our summer drop-in program Wonder Lab! This series will follow a ...

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

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 ...

Epic Theater Studio Ghibli Fest

We're bringing 7 beloved masterpieces back to the big screen from June to October. June 13-17: Ponyo (G) July 11-15: My Neighbor ...

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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