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06September

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 ...

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
07September

Gerri's Kids Telethon Kids Carnival with FKHK

Gerri’s Kids Telethon: Kids Carnival Games Bring the whole family out for a fun-filled Labor Day celebration while supporting an incredible ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocala Moose Lodge, 10035 US- 441, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Tickets for Purchase there.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

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

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 ...

Kids Art Classes with Mayelle (English and Spanish) at Chelsea Art Center

Fun creative art activities with Maylle, an experienced and talented art teacher. Maylle also speaks Spanish, a bonus for our ...

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

Open 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.

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, 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: Ongoing Programs, Free

Monday Magic Madness Commander Play at Grand Slam Collectibles

Bring your deck. Make new friends. Play Commander.

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

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

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

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 ...

08September

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 ...

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

Youth Line Dancing with KDC and the Sunshine Sliders at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Starting Jan. 6 | Tuesdays | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Ages 5 - 17 | Free Program Get ready to ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

Karaoke Night at Terry's Bar and Grill

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

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Terry's Sports Bar and Grill, 4121 NE 36th Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free to Sing
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Southern Dance Club (Ages 4-14) at Forest Community Center

Ballet basics, jazz musicals, beginner hip-hop, modern and contemporary. This class is free, for ages 4-14, and is held in the ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park, 777 S County Road 314A, Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free (registration required)
  • Website: www.marionfl.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes, 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 ...

  • 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 ...

Cheap Skate Nights at Skate A Way South

We have great food, live, DJ, and tons of games to play! Come join us for an easy stress-free night ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $5 Admission (Skating or Not)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
09September

Community Yoga at Belleview Community Center

NEW PROGRAM COMING TO BELLEVIEW! We're excited to announce a new FREE Community Yoga Program starting on September 9! Take time ...

  • 8:00 am -  9:00 am 
  • Location: Belleview Community Center, 5615 SE 110th Place, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: Free for Residents
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes, Free

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

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 ...

Easy Street Wacky Wednesday

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

  • 1:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: See description for specials
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

WIC Breastfeeding Class

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

Wednesday Gavel Club with Champions for Champions

Wednesday Enrichment & Developmental Services (Gavel Club)

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 ...

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 ...

Palette Pals at Chelsea Arts Center

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

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

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

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

Line Dance Lessons (All ages) at Forest Community Center

Youth and adults welcome - Everyone 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 ...

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
10September

Sensory Mornings at Bounce and Play

We offer a Sensory Friendly Hour before we open to the public. This special time is designed to create a ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Bounce and Play: 4881 SW 60th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: $14.99 Adults are FREE in the 5 and under section and adults are also FREE as spectators!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Special Needs

Mobile Health Unit at Marion Oaks Recreation

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

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

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.

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

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. ...

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 ...

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

Pickleball for Kids at Marion Oaks (Ages 5 and up)

Pickleball for Kids ages 5 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

Game Night at Village View Church

Game Night @VVCC every Thursday.

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 ...

11September

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 ...

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

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

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

Easy Street Fall Fun - Fantastic Friday

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

  • 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: See description
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

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

Ocala Table Tennis Night (Teens 13 and up) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

We’ve teamed up with the Ocala Table Tennis Club to bring fast-paced fun and friendly competition to the community! Play on ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: $3 per session- Registration is not Tequired
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

Dungeons and Dragons Club at Rainbow Lake Estates

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

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

GLOW (Age 5+) at Sky Zone Ocala

We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Waivers are ...

Parents Night Out at Sky Zone Ocala

New weekend program at Sky Zone Ocala. Parents can drop off the kids and enjoy a worry-free evening while they ...

Teen Skate Night at Skate Mania

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

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

Annual First Responders Car and Truck Show

It’s time! The 4th Annual First Responders Car & Truck Show is just around the corner. Shine up those cars, trucks, ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing, 13700 SW 16th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free for Spectators
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts, Free

Brownwood Paddock Square Hometown Market

The Hometown Market brings a vibrant, large-scale outdoor shopping experience to Brownwood Paddock Square each Saturday, filled with fresh local ...

Saturdays at Ocala Downtown Market

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

Science Saturdays with IHMC- Marine Biology

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 but tickets required!
  • Website: www.ihmc.us
  • Category: Classes, Free

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 ...

Annual Ocala Recovery Fest at Tuscawilla Park

FREE event with live music, food, community resources, kids zone with ponies, face painting and much, much more. To celebrate ...

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 ...

Queen of America Beekeeping Club: Come learn about bees

Please join us the second Saturday of the month at 10am for an introduction beekeeping class. Plus, you'll be able ...

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft

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

Learn to Skate at Skate Mania

Want to learn to skate?? Every Saturday morning we have our Learn to Skate class. Recommended for beginner skaters and ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: $12 per person (includes entry to 12-3 session)l)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

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, ...

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

September Splash Pad Socials at Marion Oaks

Join us every Saturday in September. Snowcones and music.

Fall Sunset Polo with Ocala Polo Club

Catch the action at the Florida Horse Park!! Fall Sunset Matches - September gates open at 5pm and matches start at ...

Summer Race Series at High Springs BMX

Gates open at 6:30 pm. Registration and practice until 7:30 pm. Race starts at 7:45pm How to participate: + Head to High ...

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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