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July 26 - August 1

Stars, Stripes and Art: Free Admission July at Appleton Museum

Museum admission is free throughout the entire month of July in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Explore ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Appleton Museum: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Collage Collective by Artify Ocala Amanda Acevedo

Join us for an afternoon of camaraderie and collage! Artist Amanda Acevedo will lead this wonderful workshop where you will ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 3650 NE 25th St, 1A, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: This event is FREE to attend. Suggested donation of $5 to benefit the Marion County Maker Collective and Artify Ocala.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Back to School Supplies Pop Up Giveaway with TeshaJ Consulting

Grab your backpacks and come snag free school supplies at our fun pop-up giveaway! Back To School Supplies Pop-UP Giveaway Hey there! ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Fashion Cuts Hair & Beauty Academy, 3452 Northeast Jacksonville Road, Ocala, FL 34479
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

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: 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

Games on a Table at Sankofa Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games!

  • 4:30 pm 
  • Location: Sankofa Public Library:1821 NW 21st Ave Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.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 ...

Games on a Table at Forest Public Library

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

Stars, Stripes and Art: Free Admission July at Appleton Museum

Museum admission is free throughout the entire month of July in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Explore ...

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

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Belleview Public Library and Reddick Public Library
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Marion Oaks Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Public Library: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Tiny Tots at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

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

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Headquarters-Ocala: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Ready Set Kindergarten at Freedom Public Library

For ages 3-5 with caregivers. Before your preschooler takes off on a new adventure, prepare!

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Freedom Public Library, 5870 SW 95th St., Ocala, Florida 34476
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Summer BreakSpot Tuesdays

Tuesdays are terrific! Free meals and fun times for children, 18 years of age or younger. Come early for the ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Belleview Public Library and Reddick Public Library
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.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

Games on a Table at Belleview Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games and chess!

YALLA Teen Club: Art Guild at Dunnellon 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: 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: 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 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: ED Croskey Recreation Center, 1510 NW Fourth Street, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free Program
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Pajama Story Time at Freedom Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

Stars, Stripes and Art: Free Admission July at Appleton Museum

Museum admission is free throughout the entire month of July in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Explore ...

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

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Marion Oaks Public Library

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

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Public Library: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Fort McCoy Public Library, 14660 NE Highway 315 Ft. McCoy, Florida 32134
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Dunnellon Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

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 ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Public Library-Headquarters, 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Party in the Parks

Join us again for a Party in the Parks! This summer, we're bringing hands-on science, wild critter encounters, creative crafts, ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: See location in description
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:30 am 
  • Location: Fort McCoy Public Library and Headquarters-Ocala Public Library
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.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

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 ...

  • 3:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 14651 US Hwy 441, Summerfield, FL 34491
  • Cost: Free for Spectators
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Public Library: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • 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

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3650 NE 25th St, 1A , Ocala, FL
  • 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

Stars, Stripes and Art: Free Admission July at Appleton Museum

Museum admission is free throughout the entire month of July in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Explore ...

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

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • 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: RLE Clubhouse, 4020 SW Deepwater Ct. Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Headquarters-Ocala: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Freedom Public Library, 5870 SW 95th St., Ocala, Florida 34476
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:30 am 
  • Location: Sankofa Public Library:1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Summer Breakspot Thursdays

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

  • 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Public Library; 5870 SW 95th St, Ocala, FL 34476
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.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

Back to School Bash at Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center

Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center is excited to help local students get ready for the upcoming school year by providing free ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center, 3930 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free - RSVP Preferred
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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

Pajama Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Story time and pajamas, fun for all ages.

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 ...

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

Stars, Stripes and Art: Free Admission July at Appleton Museum

Museum admission is free throughout the entire month of July in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Explore ...

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

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

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: Free

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 ...

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Dunnellon Public Library, 20351 Robinson Rd, Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Forest Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Summer Breakspot Fridays

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

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Dunnellon Public Library and Forest Public Library
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.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

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Circle Square Commons: 8435 SW 80th Street, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

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

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

YMCA Healthy Family Day

Join us for Healthy Family Day on August 1, a free, family-friendly all-day event featuring sports clinics, family activities, and ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Frank Deluca YMCA: 3200 SE 17th St, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Back 2 School Collaborative Community Extravaganza

Get ready for school with a supply giveaway, kids’ haircuts, face painting, live DJ, inflatables, food trucks, and much more. ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Wildwood Community Center: 6500 Powell Rd., Wildwood, FL 34785
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wildwood-fl.gov
  • Category: Free

Connect Fest Community Showcase at Immerse Church

Local vendors, Family fun, free back to school giveaways, free community resources, bounce houses, antique car shows, Hailey Davison's, free ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 5105 NHwy 441, Ocala, FL 34475
  • 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

Yalla Teen Club: ConFAB at Reddick Public Library

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

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: 15150 NW Gainesville Road, Reddick, Florida 32686
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free
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