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11January

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 ...

Brick City Anime Festival

Meet your favorite Voice Actors, show off your amazing Cosplay, enjoy hourly Panels & Fan Events, shop from over 200 ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: World Equestrian Center Expo Building 1: 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Children 10 and under are free with the purchase of an adult ticket.
  • Website: www.brickcityanimefestival.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

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

The “AMAZZING” Steel Drums Concert

Sue and Ed Messer will be bringing the “Amazzing” Steel Drums. The group plays as a full steel pan orchestra ...

Annual Young Artist Competition: Honors Recital

This special recital performance features the finalists from our 35th annual Young Artist Competition. These talented young musicians, from our ...

12January

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 ...

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 ...

Trunk and Trek Toupe: Wildly (Re)Told Audition Prep Workshop

Calling young performers! Audition for Wildly (Re)Told and join our touring Trunk & Trek Troupe. A free audition prep workshop ...

Youth Roller Hockey at Skate A Way South

Join our Roller Hockey program. Youth (14 & Under) 6:00-7:30 PM Adults (16 & Older) 7:30-9:00 PM The Ocala Hockey Club is part ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $7 per practice (1st Time is Free)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Harlem Globetrotters World Tour

This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping No Way! moves, 100 Years of Wow! and 100 Years ...

13January

Bouncing Babies at Belleview Public Library

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

Homeschool Play Day at Chuck E Cheese

On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, join us for Homeschool Play Days! From open – 4pm, score 90-minutes of ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

Student & Emerging Artist Competition

City of Ocala Cultural Arts presents the 2025 Student and Emerging Artist Competition Reception and Award Ceremony, celebrating the artworks ...

Student and Emerging Artist Exhibition: TECHNE

Join us Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for the 2025 Student and Emerging Artist Competition: Techne, a ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: City Hall, 110 SE Watula Ave., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Other

Combat Robotics at Marion County Maker Collective

Join us for a Meet the Makers talk with Combat Robot Competitors and Builders: Robert Russell and Helen Claudio, and ...

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

14January

Mornings with Mommy at Abiding Hope Lutheran Church

Mornings with Mommy (or Daddy) isn’t preschool, and it isn’t childcare. It’s different; Mornings with Mommy is a fun and ...

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

WIC Clases de Lactancia

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

Family Story Time at Freedom Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with 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 ...

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
15January

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

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.

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 ...

YALLA Teen Club: ConFAB at Forest Public Library

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

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

Trunk & Trek Toupe: Wildly (Re)Told Auditions

Auditions for Wildly (Re)Told are open to youth ages 9–18, and all experience levels are welcome. Registration Required. Performers will ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center: 3305 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala
  • Cost: $10 Audition Fee – fully refundable if the performer is not cast.
  • Website: www.joyfuldrama.com
  • Category: Auditions & Tryouts
16January

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 ...

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 ...

Winnie the Pooh Meet and Greet at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Meet and greet with Winnie plus fun activities. All welcome!

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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

Friday Foodie Fest at Lake Lillian

Foodie Fest will be held every third Friday of the month. Come out and enjoy a variety of food trucks ...

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 ...

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

Youth Talent Show Auditions at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Be sure to sign them up for our first audition for the Youth Talent Show (Ages 5-18) is this Friday ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Auditions & Tryouts

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 ...

Lorwyn Eclipsed PreRelease at Goblin King Games

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

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 2750 E. Silver Springs Blvd. #201-202 , Ocala
  • Cost: $30 entry (covers event + prize support)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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!

17January

Polar Bear Pool Plunge at Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center

Are you brrrrave enough to participate in this year's annual polar plunge? Free Event to the Public for all ages ...

  • 8:30 am -  9:30 am 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center, 590 Silver Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

MLK Prayer Breakfast

To honor Martin Luther King Jr., a prayer breakfast will begin at 9am, and a ticket is required.

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Prayer Breakfast: Tickets are $15 | Youth Day Event: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Lowes Kids' Workshops

Attend a monthly Kids' Workshop with your mini-DIYer (while supplies last). Register your mini-DIYer for upcoming workshops (registration required). Each workshop ...

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

Kimberly Foundation Annual Snow Party

Did someone say SNOW in Florida!!! Yes, we did!!! Come join us for Kimberly's Annual Snow Party where Snowflakes are ...

  • 10:30 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Kirby Farm: 19630 NE 30th St, Williston, FL 32696
  • Cost: Tickets $15 in advance or $20 at the gate. Children 2 and under are Free.
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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 ...

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, ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the City of Wildwood

Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at this free, family-friendly event with the City of ...

Frights and Bites at Marion Oaks Public Library

Frights and Bites Saturday, Jan. 17, 1 p.m. Prepare for scares with a chilling afternoon of pizza and a screening of Five ...

Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Sneak Peek Preview in Gainesville

The festivities begin with a royal welcome from the King and Queen, followed by high-energy music from the Gypsy Guerrilla ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Bo Diddley Plaza: 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

MLK Youth Day at Mary Sue Rich Center at Reed Place

Get ready for an inspiring, empowering, and fun-filled day for our youth! The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission ...

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

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 ...

Orange Blossom Ramblers at Forest Community Center

Join us for a free bluegrass concert every third Saturday of the month!

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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