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Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.

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9:00 am Forest United Methodist Craft Bazaar
 
 
 
 
 
 
11:00 am Navidad at the Farm
 
 
 
 
 
 
5:30 pm LWYC Annual Christmas Boat Parade at Eaton's Beach
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:00 am Sensitive Santa at Paddock Mall
 
 
1:00 pm Master the Possibilities Education Center Holiday Extravaganza
6:00 pm Menorah Lighting at Downtown Ocala
3:00 pm Kids Cookie Class at Be Still Bakery
9:00 am Breakfast With Santa at Anthony Women's Club
11:00 am Ocala Holiday Grinch Fest at Tuscawilla Park - Unpaid Invoice
 
 
 
 
6:30 pm Hanukkah at Temple Beth Shalom Ocala
9:00 am Rec n' Roll Saturdays Breakfast with Santa at Mary Sue Rich Community Center
11:00 am A Very Merry Petting Zoo
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Rainbow Lakes Estates Holly Jolly Christmas Party
11:00 am Holiday Makers Market at Ocala Downtown Market
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Christmas on the Farm at Etheridge Cattle Company
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Holiday Stop-N-Shop Market
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:30 am Brunch With Santa at Church of the Nazarene
 
 
1:00 pm Holiday Bingo at SSS Community Center
4:30 pm Chanukah Car Menorah Parade
6:00 pm Santa & Krampus at Ocala Downtown Market
9:00 am Decorating Hot Cakes with Santa
 
 
 
 
5:00 pm Pajama Ornament Paint Party at Bee the Artist
 
9:00 am Clan Kringle Scottish Highland Games
 
 
 
 
6:00 pm Greater Dunnellon Historical Society Train Depot Holiday Christmas Cookie Extravaganza
 
10:00 am Christmas for Kids at Abiding Hope
 
 
 
 
6:30 pm Holiday Sing Along at Chelsea Art Center
 
11:00 am Ocklawaha Chamber Santa's Workshop Craft Fair
 
 
 
 
 
 
4:00 pm Evening with Santa at SSS Community Center
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:00 am Everyday Church Breakfast with Santa
6:00 pm Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular
10:00 am Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week
9:00 am Breakfast with Santa at SSS Community Center
10:00 am Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week
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9:00 am Decorating Hot Cakes with Santa
11:00 am Santa and Craft at Marley Mae
 
6:00 pm Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular
10:00 am Dodgeball with the Grinch at SSS Community Center
4:00 pm Champions for Champions Christmas Party
4:00 pm S'mores With the Grinch at Beautiful Creatures Animal Ranch
10:00 am Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week
1:00 pm Holiday Party at Picking Up the Pieces
 
 
10:00 am Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week
4:30 pm Festival of Trees at Brookdale Pinecastle
6:00 pm Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular
1:00 pm Havensight Farm Christmas Party
1:00 pm Fiesta de Reyes at Citizens Circle
 
 
12:00 pm Maricamp Animal Hospital Santa Paws
6:00 pm Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular
7:30 pm The Edge Effect “Under the Mistletoe” at Reilly Arts Center
6:00 pm Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular
3:00 pm Christmas Concert at Joy Lutheran Church
 
 
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6:00 pm Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular
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6:00 pm Wildwood New Year's Party and Fireworks
12:00 pm Snow Festival at Dunnellon Public Library
 
 
 
 
 
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5:30 pm Cade Museum Spark Wonder New Year's Celebration
 
 
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm New Year's Eve Family Skate at Skate A Way South
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
02Dec

Forest United Methodist Craft Bazaar

Join us for a holiday bazaar and family fun!

Navidad at the Farm

Come join us as we immerse ourselves in all things NAVIDAD @ The Farm and colder weather, horse rides, boutique ...

LWYC Annual Christmas Boat Parade at Eaton's Beach

There is no better place to watch this amazing event as the boats pass by and then dock right at ...

Legends of Yule

Step back into history as you meet the legends of winter's past. They'll share early 19th century worldly traditions that ...

03Dec

Sensitive Santa at Paddock Mall

Sensitive Santa welcomes guests with special needs to a special photo experience supportive of sensory, physical, and developmental needs. Sensitive ...

Ocala Holiday Grinch Fest at Tuscawilla Park - Unpaid Invoice

Meet THE GRINCH, Santa and enjoy Holiday Music as you eat from Amazing Food Trucks and Shop with Awesome Holiday ...

A Very Merry Petting Zoo

Come enjoy Perry’s Moody Moos petting zoo while giving to families in need this holiday! Bring one unwrapped toy and/or non ...

Holiday Makers Market at Ocala Downtown Market

Join us for a curated Holiday Makers Market! The Imprint Duo is thrilled to present our inaugural “Holiday Makers Market” event, ...

06Dec

Master the Possibilities Education Center Holiday Extravaganza

Celebrate the holidays with us! Join Master the Possibilities as we showcase students from some of Master the Possibilities’ arts ...

  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Location: Circle Square Cultural Center:8395 SW 80th St Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: $3 PER MEMBER OR $8 PER NON-MEMBER
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
07Dec

Menorah Lighting at Downtown Ocala

Gather at the downtown square for the annual grand Chanukah Menorah Lighting in Ocala! Rabbi Yossi Hecht will lead the ...

08Dec

Kids Cookie Class at Be Still Bakery

Join our first ever KIDS cookie decorating class opportunity! Price will be $55 per seat and will include three large cookies, ...

  • 3:00 pm
  • Location: The Pamper Palace Luxury Kids Spa I 3855 E Silver Springs Blvd #106, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $55
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Hanukkah at Temple Beth Shalom Ocala

Celebrate Hanukkah with us at Temple Beth Shalom Ocala! Usually the third Friday night of every month, in December we ...

09Dec

Breakfast With Santa at Anthony Women's Club

Well, Santa is coming to town! Join us for a $5 breakfast with Santa and a free Santa photo booth! ...

Rec n' Roll Saturdays Breakfast with Santa at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Santa Claus is coming to town to have breakfast with you! Meet Santa and take pictures with him during this ...

Rainbow Lakes Estates Holly Jolly Christmas Party

Join us for our 2nd annual Holly, Jolly Christmas Party! FREE FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! - Enjoy Christmas card making - ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center: 4030 SW Deepwater CT., Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas on the Farm at Etheridge Cattle Company

Join us for Christmas on the Farm! Local vendors, live music, food trucks and more!

Holiday Stop-N-Shop Market

Find that last minute special gift from our local artisan, crafters, & small business vendors! We'll have a food truck ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Rd, Ocala Florida 34472
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
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10Dec

Brunch With Santa at Church of the Nazarene

Kid's Christmas Program! Following the Program is brunch with Santa for the whole family. Kids can take pictures with Santa

13Dec

Holiday Bingo at SSS Community Center

Pictures with the Grinch, games, prizes and more!

14Dec

Chanukah Car Menorah Parade

Share the Light! Enjoy refreshments and latkes while Menorahs are setup on cars. Parade concludes with Grand Menorah Lighting.

Pajama Ornament Paint Party at Bee the Artist

You're invited to our ornament painting party! Come in your PJ's and let's get together and into the holiday spirit! ...

Greater Dunnellon Historical Society Train Depot Holiday Christmas Cookie Extravaganza

The Greater Dunnellon Historical Society will host an open house and Cookie Extravaganza with holiday music and festive decorations.

Holiday Sing Along at Chelsea Art Center

Join Community Stages at Chelsea Art Center for a great - Pay-What-You-Can night of season celebrating. From 6:30 - 8:30 ...

  • 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: Chelsea Art Center: 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Pay-As-You-Can
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
15Dec

Santa & Krampus at Ocala Downtown Market

Vendors, food trucks, pictures with Santa and Krampus, live music and more!

16Dec

Decorating Hot Cakes with Santa

Santa will be at Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Cafe & Pub on December 16th & 23ed from 9am to ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Cafe & Pub 5625 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Clan Kringle Scottish Highland Games

The Scotts are descending on Ocala for a day of competition and merriment, all for a good cause! Come watch ...

  • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11008 S HWY 485, Ocala, FL 34480
  • Cost: Kids Free, Adults $10 donation
  • Website: www.f4sa.org
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Christmas for Kids at Abiding Hope

Need to do some last minute Christmas shopping for your Kids? Need a safe place for your children? Abiding Hope ...

Ocklawaha Chamber Santa's Workshop Craft Fair

Kids can shop for $5 and under at Santa’s Workshop and visit with Santa. Craft fair with 30+ Vendors.

Evening with Santa at SSS Community Center

Inflatables, popcorn, cotton candy, decorating cookies, pictures with Santa, the Grinch and more!

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17Dec

Everyday Church Breakfast with Santa

Pack your holiday spirit because we're MOVING to a new and amazing space! More room, more fun, more memories – ...

Santa and Craft at Marley Mae

Santa is coming! Join us for a fun kids event at Marley Mae. Reservations are required; time slots are every 30 ...

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Marley Mae Market & Paperie - 16 South Magnolia Avenue Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $12.00
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Party at Picking Up the Pieces

Holiday party for children of all ages (please sign children up by emailing names and ages to pickingupthepieces2020@gmail.com).

Fiesta de Reyes at Citizens Circle

Come with the whole family and live the tradition! We will have Artisans, Foodtrucks, Live Music, Free Inflatable Houses, Toy Delivery, ...

Christmas Concert at Joy Lutheran Church

The Christmas concert has always delighted its attendees and this year will be no exception. A wide variety of musical ...

  • 3:00 pm
  • Location: Joy Lutheran Church Ocala 7043 SW 83rd Pl, Ocala, FL 34476-7009, United States
  • Cost: Free with donation
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
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18Dec

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
19Dec

Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week

Join us for Winter Wonderland Week at Discovery Center! Enjoy fun activities to get you in the holiday spirit. Snowflake Making ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $8 per person | Free 2 and under
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
20Dec

Breakfast with Santa at SSS Community Center

Breakfast and pictures with Santa and dodgeball with the Grinch!

Dodgeball with the Grinch at SSS Community Center

Dodgeball with the Grinch!

Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week

Join us for Winter Wonderland Week at Discovery Center! Enjoy fun activities to get you in the holiday spirit. Snowflake Making ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $8 per person | Free 2 and under
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Maricamp Animal Hospital Santa Paws

Santa Claus is coming early this year for the holidays & he’s going to be at Maricamp Animal Hospital!

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
21Dec

Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week

Join us for Winter Wonderland Week at Discovery Center! Enjoy fun activities to get you in the holiday spirit. Snowflake Making ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $8 per person | Free 2 and under
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Champions for Champions Christmas Party

t’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s better to give than receive. With that being said, we’re asking ...

Festival of Trees at Brookdale Pinecastle

There are so many trees! The entrance of Brookdale Pinecastle is breathtaking!! This event has become a tradition! Each tree at ...

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
22Dec

Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week

Join us for Winter Wonderland Week at Discovery Center! Enjoy fun activities to get you in the holiday spirit. Snowflake Making ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $8 per person | Free 2 and under
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

S'mores With the Grinch at Beautiful Creatures Animal Ranch

He may STINK, STANK and STUNK but he will be visiting the animal ranch for two special events!! That’s right! ...

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Edge Effect “Under the Mistletoe” at Reilly Arts Center

The Edge Effect are back with an all-new, all-vocal celebration of the holiday season, featuring Christmas classics and holiday favorites ...

23Dec

Decorating Hot Cakes with Santa

Santa will be at Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Cafe & Pub on December 16th & 23ed from 9am to ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Cafe & Pub 5625 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL 34420
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Discovery Center Winter Wonderland Week

Join us for Winter Wonderland Week at Discovery Center! Enjoy fun activities to get you in the holiday spirit. Snowflake Making ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $8 per person | Free 2 and under
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Havensight Farm Christmas Party

Come join us for a fun and festive afternoon at Havensight Farm! Enjoy a tasty potluck lunch at the barn ...

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
24Dec

Everyday Church Christmas Eve Morning

Join us at 10 AM for a special Communion and Christmas Carols Service that'll kick off your festivities with joy ...

26Dec

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
27Dec

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
28Dec

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
29Dec

Wildwood New Year's Party and Fireworks

Join us for Wildwood's FIRST EVER New Years event and firework show! This family-friendly event will feature live music, food ...

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
30Dec

Snow Festival at Dunnellon Public Library

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Bundle up and celebrate the New Year with some chilly, snow-filled ...

Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular

Drive and Tune-In: Jump into your car, get those seat heaters going, and let the spirit of Christmas envelop you as ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34473
  • Cost: Price per vehicle: $25-$100
  • Website: ocalachristmas.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
31Dec

Cade Museum Spark Wonder New Year's Celebration

Reflect, celebrate, and anticipate the New Year with the Cade Museum. Watch Depot Park’s dazzling fireworks show from the comfort ...

New Year's Eve Family Skate at Skate A Way South

Celebrate NYE with a late night skate party! Music and more!

  • 7:00 pm - 2:00 am
  • Location: Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $20 admission with or without skates
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
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