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

Young children will have the opportunity to play a wide variety of sports and games that are suited for their ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Giant Volleyball Night at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

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

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

Monday Night Sports at Brick City Adventure Park

Come join the Marion County Recreation Staff at Brick City Adventure Park for some fun with “unorganized sports” under the ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1121 SE 22nd Road, Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: Free family fun!
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Ocala Steel Orchestra Class (Ages 7+)

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

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

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 ...

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 ...

  • 2:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Brick City Adventures Park: 1211 SE 22nd Rd., Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave Ocala, FL, 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Family Fun Night at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

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

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

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: 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 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Belleview Community Center: 5615 SE 110th Pl, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Club de Mamás y Bebés

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

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Oficina principal de WIC: 1801 SE 32nd Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Free

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Playgroup (Birth to 5 years)

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn (KPL) is a FREE program hosted by the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County for children ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Salvation Army Church: 2901 NE 14 St., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: WIC Main Office: 1801 SE 32nd Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 777 S Hwy 314 A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

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. ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Ed Croskey Recreation Center, 1510 NW Fourth St., Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

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

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2750 E. Silver Springs Blvd. #201-202 , Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Burnyzz and Gatornationals Fanfest Car Show

Rev up your engines and kick off Gatornationals week the right way. Join us March 4th for an action-packed night ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Burnyzz Speed Shop, 1 Aspen Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Free for Spectators
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

UF CARD Navigating Divorce and ASD

Certified Special Needs Divorce Coach Mary Ann Hughes will share insights on ways to support children on the autism spectrum ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:15 pm 
  • Location: Online
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: card.ufl.edu
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Eighth Avenue Adult Center: 830 NE Eighth Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: 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: Free

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 ...

  • 2:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Brick City Adventures Park: 1211 SE 22nd Rd., Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Forest Jam at Forest Community Center

All ages. Musicians of all levels are welcome to join in for an evening of music. Bring your instrument or ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

SNAP-Trail Trotters with Marion County Parks and Recs

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

  • 6:00 pm -  6:45 pm 
  • Location: Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave Ocala, FL, 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Ocala Steel Orchestra Class (Ages 7+)

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

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

Mom Support Group at Loving Arms Birth and Wellness Center

Support group for moms of young children. Get together each week with other moms to have some adult time and ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1008 NE 2nd Street, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

Young children will have the opportunity to play a wide variety of sports and games that are suited for their ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Electric Light Party at Lake Sumter Landing

Illuminate the night at Lake Sumter Landing dressed in your glow and lights! The evening will shine all night long ...

First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Ocala

First Friday Art Walk occurs on the first Friday of each month, Sept. through May. Join us for the following: • ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Teen Driver Challenge with MCSO

The Teen Driver’s Challenge is a free driver safety course that is offered by The Marion County Sheriff’s Office to ...

  • 8:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 3001 SW 67th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.marionso.com
  • Category: 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 ...

Habitat Ocala Strawberry Festival

Festival hosted by Habitat for Humanity of Marion County featuring live music, entertainment, vendors, food, & STRAWBERRIES. All proceeds go ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: McPherson Complex: 601 SE 25th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Kids Workshops at The Home Depot

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9am – 12pm for free in-person Kids Workshops (while supplies last). ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3300 SW 35th Terrace, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free - Register Online to reserve your spot.
  • Website: www.homedepot.com
  • Category: Free

Saturdays at Ocala Downtown Market

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

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Science Saturdays with IHMC

Science Saturdays is a hands-on science program for kids in grades 3rd-7th. Events take place on Saturday morning, once each ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 15 Se Osceola Avenue, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free tickets required!
  • Website: www.ihmc.us
  • Category: Free

UF IFAS Family Day at the Dairy Farm

Family Day at the Dairy Farm is an open house for the general public and is organized by faculty and ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 13515 Northwest County Road 237 Alachua, FL, 32615
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: animal.ifas.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Engineering Day at Discovery Science Center

In partnership with the North Florida Engineering Society, Discovery Center presents this fun free family event. Children ages 5-15 will ...

  • 9:30 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Discovery Science Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free- Registration is Required by March 5th
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Appleton Museum Free First Saturday

Enjoy free admission all day to see the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly art making activities in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Fat Tire Festival at Santos Trailhead

10:00am Kids Epic Ride with Grom Squad MTB. We will have 2 groups, one mini EPIC for the the littles ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Santos Trailhead, 3080 S.E. 80th St., Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: This event is open to the public, with no charge.
  • Website: santosfattire.com
  • Category: Free

Doggone Good Reading with Humane Society of Marion County

All children grades 1st-5th are invited to read to a Humane Society of Marion County dog on select Saturday mornings ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Humane Society of Marion County Florida, 701 NW 14th Rd. Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free-Registration is Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Festival Latino Downtown Ocala

The beloved multicultural event will highlight different Latin American countries with music, food and handicrafts. All members of the community ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Citizens' Circle, SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free Admission and Parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Saturday Block Out at Marion Oaks

We enjoy bringing the community together, in a unique and family-friendly way! - Games - Food Vendors - Live Music & More

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Community: 294 Marion Oaks Ln
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Barnes and Noble Ocala: 4414 SW College Road Ste 500 Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: stores.barnesandnoble.com
  • Category: Free

Love of Life Music and Arts Festival

Celebrate life through art and music.​ An annual music & arts festival providing a platform for artists and musicians to show ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Grand Oaks Resort, 3000 Marion County Rd, Weirsdale, FL 32195
  • Cost: $25 per person
  • Website: www.kltfoundation.com
  • Category: Free

Stomp the Swamp for Austism

The 17th Annual Stomp the Swamp for Autism Acceptance and Awareness will be held at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium: 157 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL (Gate 7)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: card.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 2:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 NW 14th Road, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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