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29October

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

Very Special Painting at Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center

This series is open to everyone with special encouragement for those with special needs. This workshop is FREE, and all ...

Brown's Homeschool Thursdays

Come spend the day learning, exploring and playing at Brown’s! Space is limited each Thursday, so don’t wait to reserve your ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Brown's Adventure Farm: 13940 US Hwy 301, Oxford, FL 34484
  • Cost: Admission: $16.95 per person (+tax) | Children under 12 months are free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Discovery Center Hallo-Week

Join us for Hallo-Week at Discovery Center! For the days leading up to October 31, take part in a variety ...

Happy Feet Fitness at Sankofa Public Library

For ages 3-5 with caregivers. Reading + exercise = fun! Co-sponsored by City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department.

Oaks Tiny Tots Costume Party at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

It's that time of year... our seasonal, community events are being planned and our littlest residents in Marion Oaks are ...

Tater Tot Thursday at Rainbow Lakes Estates

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

Tot Time at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Join us for a time only for parents and children (4 years & under) to socialize together. TOT TIME will ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Road, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: FREE Program
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Forest Public Library

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

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. ...

Toddling Twos at Belleview Public Library

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

Bouncing Babies at Freedom Public Library

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

Just Between Friends: PRESALE

Want In Early? Join us for the Just Between Friends Presale Shopping! Shopping before the public is the BEST way ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala
  • Cost: Tickets Required (see description)
  • Website: www.jbfsale.com
  • Category: Other

Tiny Tots Class at Cypress Valley Farm

Our Tiny Tots class is a fun, hands-on learning experience for our littlest farm friends! Children **under 5** will explore ...

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

Just Between Friends: EARLY ACCESS

Want In Early? Join us for the Just Between Friends Presale Shopping! Shopping before the public is the BEST way ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala
  • Cost: Tickets Required
  • Website: www.jbfsale.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Origami Club: The Art of Paper at Chelsea Art Center

Love Origami?? Do you want to learn the fascinating art of paperfolding? Join us! Ages 7 through Adult.

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center: 3305 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $15 per class
  • Website: chelseaartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

Rainbow Lakes Estates Youth Center Open

The Youth Center features billiards, air hockey, skee-ball, video game systems, board games, and more! It's free for youth aged ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: RLE Youth Center, 4010 SW Deepwater Ct. Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

Mystery Theater: Monsters Among Us at Belleview Public Library

For teens. A monster is hiding in plain sight. Will you discover it or become its next victim?

Bridgewater Park Trunk or Treat

Mark your calendar and get your costume ready! It's Trunk or Treat time! Music, face painting, food a bounce house ...

Candy Crawl at Paddock Mall

Join us for a spooktacular evening of trick-or-treating at Paddock Mall on Thursday, October 29! Come dressed in your favorite ...

Pickleball for Kids at Marion Oaks

Pickleball for Kids ages 7 and up. Learn the fundamentals of pickleball for kids with Coach Eva.

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

The Lodge Health and Rehabilitation Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat is happening THIS THURSDAY and we cannot wait to see you there! Decorated trunks, candy and treats, family ...

Vampires Vs. Werewolves at Freedom Public Library

Intended Audience: Teens Dracula or Wolfman? Team Edward or Team Jacob? Pick a paranormal team and determine who wins! Featuring trivia, ...

Family Game Night at Forest Community Center

Bring the whole family for a fun and relaxed Family Game Night! Enjoy a variety of free, open-play board games, ...

Candle Pouring Workshop at Picasso's Palette

Candle Pouring Workshop: Create Your Signature Scented Candle Join us for a hands-on candle pouring class where creativity meets calm. In ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, Fl 34471
  • Cost: Prices start at $28- Registration Required
  • Website: picassospalette.com
  • Category: Classes

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

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 ...

30October

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 ...

Discovery Center Hallo-Week

Join us for Hallo-Week at Discovery Center! For the days leading up to October 31, take part in a variety ...

Just Between Friends: PUBLIC SHOPPING

Shop Just Between Friends pop-up sales to save hundreds of dollars on new and gently-used clothes, toys, shoes, books, and ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: ​Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: ​2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala
  • Cost: $2 entry fee or FREE with ticket (Tickets Recommended)
  • Website: www.jbfsale.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Tyke Time at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Preschoolers and young children (ages 4 and under) will dive into fun, age-appropriate sports and games, igniting joy and discovery ...

  • 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

Lost Souls River Tour at Silver Springs State Park

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through the rest of October, climb aboard one of our world-famous Glass Bottom Boats for ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:15 pm 
  • Location: 5656 East Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, FL,
  • Cost: $20 Adults | $19 for Kids
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cedar Key Pirate Invasion

Come join us for the 10th Annual Cedar Key FL, Pirate Invasion Weekend! There will be a pirate encampment, black ...

Family Story Time at Forest Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Family Day at Painting with a Twist -Starry Night Owl

All ages welcome but we recommend ages 8 and up! Parents are encouraged to let children work by themselves. There ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $30-$35 per person
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Classes

Kart Racing at Marion County Speedway

Where friends and families go to race! Gates Open 3pm Practice Starts at 6pm Race starts at 7pm Race entry $30 per class

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion County Speedway: 7197 NW Gainesville Road, Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: $10 per person |$5 Kids 6 to 9| Kids 5 and Under FREE
  • Website: marioncountyspeedway.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Marion County Speedway Karts and Treat

Costume contest on front stretch at intermission, then trick or treating at trailers in the pits Gates open at 3pm. Practice ...

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 ...

Rainbow Lakes Estates Youth Center Open

The Youth Center features billiards, air hockey, skee-ball, video game systems, board games, and more! It's free for youth aged ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: RLE Youth Center, 4010 SW Deepwater Ct. Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

The Garden Worship Center Ice Cream and Music Festival

Food - Fun - Music - Costume Contest

Boo Bash at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

This family-friendly Halloween celebration will feature games, spooky activities, crafts, music, and plenty of candy. Costumes are encouraged, and guests ...

Ocala Table Tennis Night (Ages 13+) 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 ...

  • 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: Games & Competitions

Boo at the Beach at Eaton's Beach Aquatic Sports

Grab your costumes, bring your candy buckets, and come enjoy a night of family fun at Eaton’s Beach! We’ll have: A ...

Gray Family Halloween Festival

We will have 60+ amazing Holiday vendors each handing out candy at their booths. In addition to the trick or ...

Great American Self Storage Trunk or Treat

Come for the candy! Bring the kids, wear your costumes, check out the decked-out trunks, and enjoy a fun Halloween ...

Halloween Monster Mash and Trick or Treat Bash at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Come out and see some of your favorite characters and get some candy while supplies last. All ages welcome.

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

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 ...

Trunk or Treat at Next Church

A fun and family-friendly event coming up on OCTOBER 31st! Invite your family & friends to Trunk or Treat from ...

Clay Pie Snack Plate at Picasso's Palette

Get ready for a little Thanksgiving creativity!In this fun clay workshop, you’ll create your very own pie-inspired snack plate—perfect for ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $38 plus tax- Registration Required
  • Website: picassospalette.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Rafter Cross Church Trailer or Treat

Get ready for a fun-filled evening at Rafter Cross Cowboy Church! No tricks or scares here! This is a family-friendly, non-scary ...

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
31October

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 ...

Micanopy Fall Festival

Micanopy Florida is a scenic location for a fall arts and crafts festival. Many local artists, crafters, and musicians ...

Paso Fino Fall Festival

Experience two exciting days of beautiful Paso Fino horses, all-day competitions, music, food trucks, shopping, and family fun!

Saturdays at Ocala Downtown Market

The Ocala Downtown Market is a vibrant and bustling marketplace located in the heart of Ocala, Florida. The market is ...

Walk-On Days at Wayne's World of Paintball

Wayne's World of Paintball will be open Saturdays for Airsoft and Sundays for Walk-On Paintball Games. Minimum age on the ...

Brown's Adventure Farm Weekends of Fall

We’re getting ready for our biggest fall season yet, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to the farm.This ...

Cedar Key Pirate Invasion

Come join us for the 10th Annual Cedar Key FL, Pirate Invasion Weekend! There will be a pirate encampment, black ...

Discovery Center Hallo-Week

Join us for Hallo-Week at Discovery Center! For the days leading up to October 31, take part in a variety ...

Great Scott Farm Fall Festival

Get lost in our Corn Maze, challenge gravity on the Jumping Pillow (socks required), and feel the rush on our ...

Just Between Friends: PUBLIC SHOPPING

Shop Just Between Friends pop-up sales to save hundreds of dollars on new and gently-used clothes, toys, shoes, books, and ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: ​Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: ​2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala
  • Cost: $2 entry fee or FREE with ticket (Tickets Recommended)
  • Website: www.jbfsale.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Red House Ranch Fall Festival

Saddle Up for Fall Fun at Red House Ranch! Here’s just a taste of what’ll get your spurs jinglin’: - Get ...

Halloween Costume Party Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Costumes, stories, and real candy! Join us at Barnes & Noble Ocala for our Halloween Costume Party Storytime! Come in ...

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

Lost Souls River Tour at Silver Springs State Park

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through the rest of October, climb aboard one of our world-famous Glass Bottom Boats for ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:15 pm 
  • Location: 5656 East Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, FL,
  • Cost: $20 Adults | $19 for Kids
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mayhem Ranch Fall Festival

Join us for our biggest and best Fall Festival yet! We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to the farm ...

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, ...

Bikes and ATV's at Marion County Speedway

Bikes and ATV racing, family fun! Where families go to race. Gates open at 8am and Race Starts at 12pm.

Family Skate at Skate Mania

Bring the kids and the whole family out for a fun, high-energy skate session designed for all ages. From beginners ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $10 per person (includes skate rental)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Family Fun Classes at Painting with a Twist - Jack O Jar Cutout

Family fun class! All ages welcome but we recommend ages 8 and up! Parents are encouraged to let children work ...

Family Fun Classes at Painting with a Twist -Squishy Animals - Halloween Choice

Family fun class! All ages welcome but we recommend ages 8 and up! Parents are encouraged to let children work ...

  • 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $30-$35 per person
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Classes

Halloween Monster Mash at Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe

Monsters, meeples, and a whole lot of fun - save your spot now! Get ready for fun at Meeple Movers Monster ...

  • 12:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe, 3101 SW 34th Ave #803, Ocala FL 34474
  • Cost: $7 (plus tax) per person- Reservations Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Candle Pouring Workshop at Picasso's Palette

Candle Pouring Workshop: Create Your Signature Scented Candle Join us for a hands-on candle pouring class where creativity meets calm. In ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, Fl 34471
  • Cost: Prices start at $28- Registration Required
  • Website: picassospalette.com
  • Category: Classes

Halloween at Hayfarm in Ocala

Spooky Treats & Tifton! Bring your kids dressed in their Halloween costumes to Hayfarm.com for a goodie bag of candy! We can’t ...

Pumpkin to Talk About at Reddick Public Library

Trick or treat! A family-fun, no-carve pumpkin decorating event!

Play Date at Ocala Civic Theatre for The Thanksgiving Play

The Civic is making it easier for parents to enjoy live theatre through our Play Date program! We offer a ...

  • 1:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala
  • Cost: Free with the purchase of a ticket for the first Saturday matinee (2pm)
  • Website: thecivic.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

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: silversprings.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Spooky Skelebration at Library Headquarters-Ocala

For ages 5-12 with caregivers. An eerie afternoon of spine-tingling crafts and activities. Costumes encouraged.

Anthony Safe Halloween at Anthony Women's Club

Join us Saturday, October 31st at Anthony Community Park for a fun, family-friendly day of trunks, treats, and community fun!

Boo at The Forge

“Boo” at The Forge - Bring your trick-or-treaters for a spooky good time. They will be given a map to ...

Fall Festival at Salvation Army

Join in the fun at The Salvation Army with food, games, trunk or treating.

Souls Harbor First Pentecostal Hallelujah Night Trick or Treat

“Hallelujah Night” is our premier community event of the year and we don’t want you to miss it! This is ...

Trunk or Treat at Community Harvest Baptist Church

Come join us for our annual Trunk or Treat! All families are welcome to come and enjoy a FREE and ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Community Harvest Baptist Church: 14915 SE 36th Ave Summerfield, FL 34491
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Trunk or Treat at Ocala Pumpkin Patch

Dress up, collect candy and enjoy a safe, family-friendly evening of decorated trunks and Halloween fun in the Pumpkin Patch!

Trunk-or-Treat at St. Paul's United Methodist Church

Join us for a night of family fun at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. We will have decorated trunks, candy, ...

Halloween at Angie Lewis State Farm

Angie Lewis State Farm is the place to be this Halloween! We’ll have mountains of candy, a bounce house and plenty ...

New Bethel Community Church Trunk or Treat

Join us for Trunk or Treat and handing out candy to the kids in the area. Cookies, Apple Cider, and ...

Papy’s Place Trunk or Treat

Papy's Place and American Honor Foundation together are putting on our Annual Trunk or Treat, Prizes, and Bounce Houses. Food Trucks/Bounce ...

Polo-ween with Ocala Polo Club

With Tailgate & Treat up and down the sideline, costume contests, players costumes, tailgate contests and so much more fun!! ...

Revealing Truth Ministries Hayrides and Harvest

FAMILY, FUN & FALL FESTIVITIES! Grab the kids, invite your neighbors, and bring the whole family out for an evening of ...

Trunk or Treat Car Show by Sierra Bravo Performance

3rd Annual Trunk or Treat Car Show. Bring the kids in a safe controlled environment for awesome night and free ...

Trunk or Treat at St. Johns Church of Cotton Plant

Grab your costume and candy bag for a night of free food, games, trick or treating, and bounce houses.

Dunnellon First United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat

Come spend the evening with us at our annual trunk or treat! Lots of treats coming your way! Bring the ...

College Road Baptist Church Fall Festival

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 31, from 6pm to 8pm as College Road Baptist Church hosts its much-anticipated Fall ...

Fall Festival at Belleview First Baptist Church

Please come out to enjoy our safe alternative for Halloween.

Mocha's Silversprings Line Dancing

Grab some dinner and get your boots on the floor because Saturday nights at Mocha’s are NOT for sitting at ...

Trunk or Treat at First Baptist Church of Ocala

Get ready for a spooktacular night of family fun! Join us on on the softball field as we bring back ...

Trunk or Treat with Dunnellon Community Church

Bring the whole family and join us for a fun, safe, and family-friendly alternative to Halloween! Enjoy an evening of ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Country Club Parking Lot, 19330 SW 83rd Place Rd., Dunnellon, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Halloween Haunted Walk and Carnival at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

Make us a stop on your Halloween night adventure! Enjoy costumed characters, imaginative scenes, candy stations, carnival games, prizes, and ...

Riverland Baptist Church Trail of Adventure

Come walk the Trail of Adventure — an exciting journey of stories, settings, and of course, CANDY! The trail is ...

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 ...

01November

Micanopy Fall Festival

Micanopy Florida is a scenic location for a fall arts and crafts festival. Many local artists, crafters, and musicians participate ...

Paso Fino Fall Festival

Experience two exciting days of beautiful Paso Fino horses, all-day competitions, music, food trucks, shopping, and family fun!

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 ...

Cedar Key Pirate Invasion

Come join us for the 10th Annual Cedar Key FL, Pirate Invasion Weekend! There will be a pirate encampment, black ...

Great Scott Farm Fall Festival

Get lost in our Corn Maze, challenge gravity on the Jumping Pillow (socks required), and feel the rush on our ...

Just Between Friends: HALF PRICE DAY SALE

Did someone say HALF PRICE? Get a jump start on the half price sale. Many items will be an additional ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala
  • Cost: Free to enter
  • Website: jbfocala.ticketspice.com
  • Category: Other

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

Brown's Adventure Farm Weekends of Fall

We’re getting ready for our biggest fall season yet, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to the farm.This ...

Mayhem Ranch Fall Festival

Join us for our biggest and best Fall Festival yet! We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to the farm ...

Red House Ranch Fall Festival

Grab your boots and round up your posse, it’s time for farm fun at our Fall Festival! With 25 Activities ...

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: silversprings.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Ocala Jesus Fest

The 5th Annual Ocala Jesus Fest! Come celebrate Jesus with an unforgettable day of live worship, baptisms, food trucks, giveaways, ...

Family Fun Day at Maricamp Road Church of Christ

It's Fall, Y'all! Join us on Sunday, November 1 from 3-6pm for our Fall Family Fun Day. Food, games. bounce house, ...

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Maricamp Road Church of Christ, 2750 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
02November

Tyke Time at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Preschoolers and young children (ages 4 and under) will dive into fun, age-appropriate sports and games, igniting joy and discovery ...

  • 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

Homeschool Skate at Skate Mania

Homeschool families join us for a fun day of skating! Advance Tickets Required. Parents Skate Free. Skate Rental included.

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $50 Covers Homeschool Skate admission for the entire month.
  • Website: skatemania.fun
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Music Mondays with Champions for Champions

Music Monday Therapy/Choir Music directors are Mr. Craig and Ms. Jaclyn Konicek

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 ...

After School Tutoring with Ramal Services

Free after school tutoring for grades 1-5. Building stronger foundations in reading and math through certified educator-led sessions. One-on-one and ...

Open Play Volleyball Night at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

Open Play Volleyball is a go! Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join us.

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

Monday Magic Madness Commander Play at Grand Slam Collectibles

Bring your deck. Make new friends. Play Commander.

TangSooDo at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Join us for TangSooDo and get fit and healthy with the family! TangSooDo held at the Marion Oaks Recreation and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $10 per class
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

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

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 ...

Loomis Bros. Circus at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion

The 2026 Edition of this award-winning circus invites you to experience a mesmerizing blend of three-ring tradition and contemporary excitement. ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts
03November

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 STEAM, PE, and Swimming 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

Loomis Bros. Circus at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion

The 2026 Edition of this award-winning circus invites you to experience a mesmerizing blend of three-ring tradition and contemporary excitement. ...

  • 4:30 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

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

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

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

Storytime with the Mayor

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

Esports Connect at Forest Community Center

Drop in and join the action at Esports Connect! Designed for ages 10–15, this program gives players a chance to ...

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 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 ...

Kids Night at Texas Roadhouse

Kids Night is here at Texas Roadhouse! Bring the little roadies in tonight, Tuesday for ice cream and a whole ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Texas Roadhouse, 3015 SW 32nd Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free Face Painting
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Kids Pottery Wheel Class at Picasso's Palette

In this fun, hands-on pottery wheel workshop, kids (ages 6-15) will learn the basics of working with clay—from centering and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 106 SW 17th Street, Ocala, Fl 34471
  • Cost: $45 - Registration is Required
  • 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: Ongoing Programs

Loomis Bros. Circus at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion

The 2026 Edition of this award-winning circus invites you to experience a mesmerizing blend of three-ring tradition and contemporary excitement. ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $30 Adult (Admits One Adult Plus Up to 2 Children Ages 2-12 With Just One Ticket | $8 Additional Child
  • Website: www.loomiscircus.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts
04November

Brick City Homeschool PE and Art (9-12)

9am - 10am: On-going home-school PE program for youth ages 9-12. 10am - 11am: On-going home-school Art program for youth ages ...

Brick City Homeschool PE and Art (ages 5-8)

9am - 10am: On-going home-school PE program for youth ages 5-8. 10am - 11am: On-going home-school Art program for youth ages ...

Club de Mamás y Bebés

El “Club” es una reunión relajada gratuita para mamás, papás, y niños. Proveemos información, apoyo, refrigerios y mucha diversión

Homeschool Learn, Play, and Grow at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Homeschool Learn, Play and Grow. Join our exciting program filled with fun and educational activities designed for kids to explore, ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $20 month additional children same family/address $15 each. Cash only
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Homeschool PE and Art at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Our program offers a unique blend of physical fitness and artistic expression. Students will have the opportunity to unleash their ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center, 1821 NW 21 Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: $25 per person/month Registration Required
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Classes

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Playgroup at Early Learning Coalition

Kaleidoscope is a free weekly playgroup for children (ages birth-5 years) and their parent or caregiver. Play, sing, create art, ...

Mom and Baby Club Support Group

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

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

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 ...

UF CARD Behavior Strategies that Work Series - Behavior Basics

Join us for this six-part series focusing on understanding human behavior. Learn how to predict and prevent behavior, how to ...

Homeschool Skate at Skate A Way South

Join us every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month for our Homeschool Skate!

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $6 per person with or without skates
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Teen Art Club at Chelsea Art Center

Meets every other Friday. Fun and Friendship for ages 12 +. Especially for homeschool teens! Every other Wednesday from 1 - 2:30 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $5 per person drop-in.
  • Website: chelseaartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

Wednesday Gavel Club with Champions for Champions

Wednesday Enrichment & Developmental Services (Gavel Club)

  • 2:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: College of Central Florida, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, Fl 34474 Building 40 Ewers Century Center
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Special Needs, Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

OPU Volleyball Pop-Up Clinic 8-12U

Keep playing. Keep learning. Keep having fun! OPU is hosting 6 Pop-Up Volleyball Clinics this fall for players ages 8–12! ...

Painting 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

Rainbow Lakes Estates Youth Center Open

The Youth Center features billiards, air hockey, skee-ball, video game systems, board games, and more! It's free for youth aged ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: RLE Youth Center, 4010 SW Deepwater Ct. Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

After School Tutoring with Ramal Services

Free after school tutoring for grades 1-5. Building stronger foundations in reading and math through certified educator-led sessions. One-on-one and ...

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

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

Line Dance Lessons at Forest Community Center

Everyone (all ages, youth and adult) can learn to line dance. Music ranges from country to modern pop music, and ...

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 ...

Pokemon League Night at Figueroa Collectibles

Pokémon League Night is Tonight! Grab your deck and come hang out with us at Figueroa Collectibles for an evening of ...

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
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