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The Fun 4 Ocala Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Ocala area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event

PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.


DJ Bingo & DJ Trivia | Monday - Thursday

DJ Bingo & DJ Trivia | Monday - Thursday

Looking for a fun family night out? Get ready for DJ Bingo OR DJ Trivia! Find a family-friendly game every Monday–Thursday at a local restaurant. Games are FREE to play as long as you are enjoying your favorite food & beverages. All ages are welcome and winners win prizes! Fun for the entire family! Click to learn more.
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Family Fun

Family fun events like festivals, carnivals, fairs, family fun days and more.

Special Needs
Events and programs for families with kids with special needs.
Races, Walks, 5Ks

Races, walks, 5Ks that kids and families can participate in.

Informational & Tours

Tours & informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.

Shows & Concerts

Family friendly shows and concerts.

Library Programs

Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

Auditions & Tryouts

Auditions and casting calls for productions and performances in need of kids under 18; and tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.

Other

Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category.

Sporting Events
Sporting events and home games for local sports teams.
Classes

One time classes open to kids and families.

Games & Competitions

Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.

Holiday Events

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

Ongoing Programs

Ongoing family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.

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10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
8:00 am Look Up Marion Summit
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
7:30 am Bring the Harvest Home
3:00 am Santa's Circus at The Tracy Performing Arts Center
 
 
10:30 am Museum and Me Pre-K Program at Appleton Museum of Art
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
1:00 pm Homeschool Art and PE at Forest Community Center
9:00 am Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair at The Retreat
8:00 am Toys For Kids Cruise In
 
 
4:30 pm YALLA Teen Club: MANGAlicious at Sankofa Library
12:30 pm College of Central Florida Open House
4:30 pm YALLA Teen Club:MANGAlicious at Headquarters-Ocala Library
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
8:00 am Breakfast With Santa at Anthony Women's Club
 
 
5:00 pm Drive-Thru Sandwich Club at Ocala West United Methodist
6:30 pm The King's Brass at First Presbyterian Church of Ocala
5:30 pm Home Alone at Ocala's Marion theatre
4:30 pm Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus
9:00 am Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair at The Retreat
 
 
 
7:00 pm The Secret Lives of Dinosaurs and the Adventures of a Paleontologist
6:00 pm Lights of Love Memorial Tree Lighting
5:00 pm Christmas Tree Lighting Festival of Crystal River
9:00 am Clan Kringle Scottish Highland Reindeer Games
 
 
 
 
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9:00 am Jingle Bell Beach Children's Musical at Cornerstone Ocala
 
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
9:00 am Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show
9:00 am Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show
7:00 am Kiwanis Club Pancake Day
11:00 am Painting with Elves at Picasso's Palette
 
11:00 am Find Santa in Tuscawilla Park
5:30 pm Polar Express at Ocala Public Library- Headquarters
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
9:00 am Gingerbread House Painting Party at Marion Oaks Community Center
8:00 am Winter Wonderland 5v5 Youth Soccer Tournament
11:00 am Christmas Extravaganza Market
 
4:00 pm YALLA Teen Club:ConFAB at Marion Oaks Public Library
6:00 pm Moss Bluff Baptist Church Christmas Tree Lighting
12:00 pm Villages Christmas Parade
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
8:00 am Pancake Breakfast with Santa by Williston Junior Women's Club
12:00 pm Signing Santa a Deaf Friendly Holiday Event at Appleton Museum
 
5:00 pm Drive-Thru Sandwich Club at Ocala West United Methodist
 
4:30 pm YALLA Teen Club:ConFAB at Headquarters-Ocala Library
1:00 pm Christmas Cookie Exchange at Marion Oaks Recreation
8:00 am Family Fishing Day at Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center
12:00 pm Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
 
 
 
5:30 pm Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre
4:30 pm Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus
8:00 am Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Cottom Farm's Christmas Village
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8:00 am Winter Wonderland 5v5 Youth Soccer Tournament
10:00 am Find Santa in Tuscawilla Park
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
10:00 am Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week
10:00 am Santa TOT Time at Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
8:00 am Holiday 5K
9:30 am Breakfast with Santa at Ocala West United Methodist
7:00 pm Dance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker at Reilly Arts Center
2:00 pm Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
10:00 am Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida
9:00 am Breakfast with Santa at First Christian Church
10:00 am Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show
 
4:00 pm YALLA Teen Club: MANGAlicious at Marion Oaks Public Library
11:30 am Annual Christmas Luncheon at Marion Oaks
10:00 am Oaks Tiny Tots Holiday Party at Marion Oaks Recreation Center
10:00 am Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week
9:00 am Breakfast with Santa and his Reindeer at Mayhem Ranch
10:00 am Santa vs. The Grinch at Wayne's World
 
4:30 pm Chanukah Wonderland
12:30 pm Chanukah Luncheon: Lox and Latkes
10:00 am Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week
2:00 pm Milk and Cookies at The Villages Chick-Fil-A
10:00 am Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week
10:45 am Search for the King- A dramatic Christmas Musical at First Baptist Belleview
 
5:00 pm Drive-Thru Sandwich Club at Ocala West United Methodist
2:00 pm Spanish Springs Menorah Lighting
12:30 pm Holiday Ornaments Mini Workshop at AR Workshop
4:30 pm Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
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10:00 am Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida
10:00 am Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
6:00 pm Nights of Lights
10:00 am Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida
10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
12:00 pm Winter Wonderland Holiday Market
5:00 pm Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center
12:00 pm Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida
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10:00 am Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida
12:00 pm Winter Polo at Florida Horse Park
5:30 pm Christmas in the Quarry
12:00 pm Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun
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10:00 am Pioneer Village Tour at Silver River Museum
12:00 pm Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
6:00 pm Nights of Lights
5:00 pm Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center
1:30 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship at St. John Lutheran
 
2:30 pm Family Fun Classes Jingle Bean the Reindeer at Painting with a Twist -Ages 8 and Up
11:00 am Saturday Storytime at Barnes and Noble
2:00 pm Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre
6:00 pm Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train
5:00 pm Drive-Thru Sandwich Club at Ocala West United Methodist
4:00 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at Trinity Baptist Church
 
4:30 pm Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus
11:30 am The Polar Express at Ocala's Marion Theatre
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10:00 am Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida
9:00 am STEAM and Storytelling for Kids with Marion County Maker Collective
9:00 am STEAM and Storytelling for Kids with Marion County Maker Collective
9:00 am Leave it Better Invasive Removal at Fort King
 
 
 
12:00 pm Winter Polo at Florida Horse Park
10:00 am Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida
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10:00 am Appleton Museum Holiday Fun
10:00 am Oaks Tiny Tots New Years Eve at Marion Oaks Recreation Center
 
 
 
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6:00 pm Brazen-The Art of Communication (Ages 10 and up)
12:00 pm Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun
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02Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Museum and Me Pre-K Program at Appleton Museum of Art

This engaging, multisensory program introduces children ages 2–5 to the Appleton. Each Museum & Me session begins with a storybook ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Member: Free |Non-Member: Included with Admission Fee
  • Website: www.appletonmuseum.org
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Drive-Thru Sandwich Club at Ocala West United Methodist

Individuals, Couples, and Families of all ages are welcome. When life gets hard, and money runs short, come grab a ...

  • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Location: Ocala West United Methodist Church, 9330 SW 105th St, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free
03Dec

Look Up Marion Summit

Join us for the Look Up Marion Summit — a powerful event focused on helping families find balance with technology ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

College of Central Florida Open House

Come see what CF is all about. The College of Central Florida offers 30-minute tours throughout the week. On the tour, ...

The King's Brass at First Presbyterian Church of Ocala

Join us for an inspiring evening of joyful music as The King’s Brass brings their dynamic and uplifting performance to ...

The Secret Lives of Dinosaurs and the Adventures of a Paleontologist

Unearth the real behaviours of prehistoric animals as we join acclaimed paleontologist, author, and TV presenter Dr Dean Lomax on ...

04Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Homeschool Art and PE at Forest Community Center

Calling all young artists and active kids aged 6-12! Join us for our Homeschool Art and PE Class! Unleash your ...

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 777 S County Road 314A, Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Art: $20/month and PE: $12/month, per location
  • Website: selfservice.marionfl.org
  • Category: Classes

YALLA Teen Club:MANGAlicious at Headquarters-Ocala Library

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

Home Alone at Ocala's Marion theatre

Eight-year-old Kevin McAllister is accidentally left behind in suburban Chicago while his family travels on vacation to France during the ...

Lights of Love Memorial Tree Lighting

On December 4, gather with us for Lights of Love, Hospice of Marion County’s annual memorial tree lighting. Let’s remember, ...

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05Dec

Bring the Harvest Home

Marion County is excited to launch the annual Bring the Harvest Home food drive, supporting local food pantries including Brother’s ...

Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair at The Retreat

Join us for a festive holiday arts and crafts fair where the magic of the season comes alive! Set in ...

  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: The Retreat at Silver Springs, 6455 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...

Christmas Tree Lighting Festival of Crystal River

This is one of the City's most highly anticipated events of the year! Join us in the town square to ...

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06Dec

Santa's Circus at The Tracy Performing Arts Center

Step into a world of wonder and holiday magic with Santa’s Circus, a jovial and whimsical cirque showcase that brings ...

Toys For Kids Cruise In

The Twilight Cruisers presents the Annual Toys for Kids Cruise-In. Special Vehicles on Display: Hot Wheels Corvette, Fire Truck and ...

  • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Don Garlits Museum: 13700 SW 16th Avenue, Ocala, FL, 34473
  • Cost: Spectators bring a new toy for donation
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Breakfast With Santa at Anthony Women's Club

Join us for our annual Breakfast with Santa. Take your photos with Santa and enjoy a pancake breakfast. Christmas crafts ...

Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair at The Retreat

Join us for a festive holiday arts and crafts fair where the magic of the season comes alive! Set in ...

  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: The Retreat at Silver Springs, 6455 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Clan Kringle Scottish Highland Reindeer Games

Florida boasts one of the largest Scottish Highland Games communities in the United States! With an average of 8 games ...

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07Dec

Jingle Bell Beach Children's Musical at Cornerstone Ocala

Children's Christmas Musical Concert at Cornerstone Ocala.

Painting with Elves at Picasso's Palette

Join us for a magical day of creativity, Christmas cheer, and a little elf mischief! Our Painting with Elves Workshop ...

Christmas Extravaganza Market

Join us for the most exciting Christmas event of the year! Free digital pictures with Santa, Christmas music, snow flurries, ...

Signing Santa a Deaf Friendly Holiday Event at Appleton Museum

Join us for a memorable ASL experience featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus! Get your photo taken and receive a downloadable ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

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09Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Find Santa in Tuscawilla Park

He’s coming back THREE TIMES. The only question is...can you find him? Santa Pop-Up Visits: • Tue Dec 9 · 11–12 PM • Mon ...

YALLA Teen Club:ConFAB at Marion Oaks Public Library

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

Drive-Thru Sandwich Club at Ocala West United Methodist

Individuals, Couples, and Families of all ages are welcome. When life gets hard, and money runs short, come grab a ...

  • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Location: Ocala West United Methodist Church, 9330 SW 105th St, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free
10Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Polar Express at Ocala Public Library- Headquarters

Don your pajamas and hop aboard “The Polar Express” for a fun-filled night of stories, crafts and more based on ...

Moss Bluff Baptist Church Christmas Tree Lighting

Join us for the 1st Annual MBBC Tree Lighting. Enjoy holiday treats as we light the Christmas tree, enjoy family ...

11Dec

Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a Free model train show at the Colony Recreation Center. There will be ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Villages Christmas Parade

Come and cheer on these holiday – decked out golf cars and more in the Christmas Parade! Bring your golf ...

YALLA Teen Club:ConFAB at Headquarters-Ocala Library

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

Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre

One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa’s bag of toys… Raised as an elf, Buddy ...

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12Dec

Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a Free model train show at the Colony Recreation Center. There will be ...

Gingerbread House Painting Party at Marion Oaks Community Center

Everyone is welcome! Gather your friends, neighbors and family for a delightful time designing a holiday gingerbread house. Now this ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Christmas Cookie Exchange at Marion Oaks Recreation

Sugar and spice makes Christmas nice! Christmas cookies and happy hearts this is how the holiday starts... All bakers will ...

  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free- RSVP by December 8th
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Other

Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...

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13Dec

Kiwanis Club Pancake Day

Includes all you can eat pancakes, sausage, and beverage. All proceeds support Kiwanis Special Projects including Camp Kiwanis.

  • 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Eighth Street Elementary, 513 SE Eighth St
  • Cost: $7.00 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Winter Wonderland 5v5 Youth Soccer Tournament

Celebrate the magic of the season with the Winter Wonderland 5v5—Sports at WEC’s small-sided showdown on premium fields, set within ...

Pancake Breakfast with Santa by Williston Junior Women's Club

This is always a fun event! Scan the QR code to purchase tickets for the Williston Juniors Annual Breakfast with ...

Family Fishing Day at Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center

Free For the Community. Come join us for Free Family Fishing Day. Equipment is provided or you can bring your ...

  • 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center, 590 Silver River Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: Free for the community
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Cottom Farm's Christmas Village

Bring your little ones for a delightful morning filled with joy and wonder. Join us for Breakfast with Santa & ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Cottom's Farm, 4650 Marion County Road, Weirsdale, FL 32195
  • Cost: $15 per person *Tickets must be reserved in advance.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
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14Dec

Winter Wonderland 5v5 Youth Soccer Tournament

Celebrate the magic of the season with the Winter Wonderland 5v5—Sports at WEC’s small-sided showdown on premium fields, set within ...

Breakfast with Santa at Ocala West United Methodist

Breakfast with Santa! Breakfast for the whole family, games, crafts and more! This is a FREE event! All children, youth, ...

Villages Model Train Club Christmas Show

The Villages Model Train Club will host a Free model train show at the Colony Recreation Center. There will be ...

Santa vs. The Grinch at Wayne's World

Sunday, December 14 Santa vs. Grinch Mini Scenario Game 10 a.m. til 5 p.m. Admission $15 or a NEW UN-WRAPPED Gift Registration opens at ...

Search for the King- A dramatic Christmas Musical at First Baptist Belleview

Join us as at FBC Belleview on the journey of Searching for The King on December 13 and 14! Bring ...

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15Dec

Find Santa in Tuscawilla Park

He’s coming back THREE TIMES. The only question is...can you find him? Santa Pop-Up Visits: • Tue Dec 9 · 11–12 PM • Mon ...

Dance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker at Reilly Arts Center

The all-time family favorite with beautiful dancing, sets and costumes is here again! Everyone needs a hero and in this ...

16Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

YALLA Teen Club: MANGAlicious at Marion Oaks Public Library

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

Chanukah Wonderland

Klezmer Music Concert! - Chanuka Actvities - Memorah Lighting - Deli Dinner - Gifts - Latkes - Donuts - Gelt

Drive-Thru Sandwich Club at Ocala West United Methodist

Individuals, Couples, and Families of all ages are welcome. When life gets hard, and money runs short, come grab a ...

  • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Location: Ocala West United Methodist Church, 9330 SW 105th St, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free
17Dec

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Annual Christmas Luncheon at Marion Oaks

Annual Christmas Luncheon is enjoyed by all that attend. Purchase your ticket in advance for $15 per person.

Chanukah Luncheon: Lox and Latkes

Delicious Lunch and Entertainment! - Lox n' Bagels - Latkes - Gelt - Music - Dreidels - Entertainment

  • 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Location: 5497 Marsh Bend Trl, Wildwood, Florida, 34785
  • Cost: No Charge with prior RSVP. $18 at the door and open to all
  • Website: www.ourchabad.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Spanish Springs Menorah Lighting

Celebrate Hanukkah with a special community Menorah Lighting hosted by Temple Shalom! Enjoy a festive afternoon featuring music from the ...

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18Dec

Santa TOT Time at Silver Springs Shores Recreation Center

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

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Road, Ocala FL 34472
  • Cost: Free for the community
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Oaks Tiny Tots Holiday Party 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: $2 per child 4 and under, must purchase tickets by December 11th.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Free

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

Holiday Ornaments Mini Workshop at AR Workshop

Join us for this special Holi-DIY family workshop! Create a collection of Holiday Wood Ornaments at this festive and family-friendly event! Each ...

View All 10 Events For December 18
19Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

Milk and Cookies at The Villages Chick-Fil-A

Join us at Chick-fil-A The Villages from 2–4 PM for a sweet treat. Stop by and enjoy milk and cookies — ...

Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...

View All 17 Events For December 19
20Dec

Holiday 5K

Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the ...

Breakfast with Santa at First Christian Church

Come one, Come all to Breakfast with Santa.

Breakfast with Santa and his Reindeer at Mayhem Ranch

Experience the magic of the season at our Breakfast with Santa & his Reindeer! Join us for a cozy morning, ...

Discovery Center Winter Wonder Week

Come and join us for our Winter Wonder-Week at the Discovery Center! Enjoy wintertime activities and learn the science of ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

View All 28 Events For December 20
21Dec

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Winter Wonderland Holiday Market

Join us for a magical holiday market full of festive cheer, delicious food, and family fun! What You’ll Find: • Over ...

Winter Polo at Florida Horse Park

Matches are family friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don't worry if you don't know anything about horses or ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11008 S Highway 475, Ocala, Florida 34480
  • Cost: $5 when booked online $10 at the gate on gameday. General Admission for children under 12 is FREE.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Elf at Ocala's Marion Theatre

One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa’s bag of toys… Raised as an elf, Buddy ...

View All 14 Events For December 21
22Dec

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) welcomes families back for another enchanting year of Winter Wonderland presented ...

  • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: World Equestrian Center: 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala FL 34482
  • Cost: $10-$12 per person (Children 4 and under are always free)
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas in the Quarry

During select nights this December, wander through a glowing botanical wonderland during Christmas in the Quarry: Cedar Lakes Woods & ...

Nights of Lights

Nights of Lights will be bigger, brighter, and better! • A beautiful lighted Christmas walk-through with thousands of lights & displays • ...

Kirby Family Farm's Christmas Train

We welcome you to the 2025 Christmas Train at Kirby Family Farm! It’s our 14th year hosting this Holiday fun ...

23Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Come enjoy an Ocala tradition, the 30th annual "Trains at the holidays" Come experience the magic of model trains! We ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

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

  • 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) welcomes families back for another enchanting year of Winter Wonderland presented ...

  • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: World Equestrian Center: 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala FL 34482
  • Cost: $10-$12 per person (Children 4 and under are always free)
  • Website: fun4ocalakids.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Drive-Thru Sandwich Club at Ocala West United Methodist

Individuals, Couples, and Families of all ages are welcome. When life gets hard, and money runs short, come grab a ...

  • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Location: Ocala West United Methodist Church, 9330 SW 105th St, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free
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24Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Come enjoy an Ocala tradition, the 30th annual "Trains at the holidays" Come experience the magic of model trains! We ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

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

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship at St. John Lutheran

We're bringing back the real candles on Christmas Eve at 1:30pm, 4:00pm or 6:30pm. Come join us - sing those ...

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at Trinity Baptist Church

If you’re looking for a simple, meaningful way to spend the evening with your family, join us for our Christmas ...

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25Dec

Nights of Lights

Nights of Lights will be bigger, brighter, and better! • A beautiful lighted Christmas walk-through with thousands of lights & displays • ...

26Dec

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

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

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Fun Classes Jingle Bean the Reindeer at Painting with a Twist -Ages 8 and Up

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

Loomis Bros. Circus: Santa's Big Top Circus

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December. Experience the wonder of the holidays at the all-new 2025 edition of Santa's ...

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27Dec

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Pioneer Village Tour at Silver River Museum

Public tours of the pioneer “cracker” village are offered October through April, on the second and fourth Saturday mornings. Tours ...

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

The Polar Express at Ocala's Marion Theatre

Late on Christmas Eve, after the town has gone to sleep, a boy boards the mysterious train that waits for ...

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28Dec

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Winter Polo at Florida Horse Park

Matches are family friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don't worry if you don't know anything about horses or ...

  • 12:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Horse Park: 11008 S Highway 475, Ocala, Florida 34480
  • Cost: $5 when booked online $10 at the gate on gameday. General Admission for children under 12 is FREE.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

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

  • 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Family Fun Classes Winter Penguin Cutie at Painting with a Twist -Ages 8 and Up

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

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29Dec

STEAM and Storytelling for Kids with Marion County Maker Collective

Marion County Maker Collective, a program of Artify Ocala Inc, offers a variety of kid friendly programming and opportunities for ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 3650 Northeast 25th Street Unit 1A, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $15 per Child per Session (Registration Required)
  • Website: www.artifyocala.org
  • Category: Classes

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

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

  • 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Brazen-The Art of Communication (Ages 10 and up)

Humans have long used art to communicate. This event offers a fun and creative evening to explore how painting with ...

  • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Florida Health Department, 1801 SE 32nd Ave., Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free-Registration Required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes, Free
30Dec

STEAM and Storytelling for Kids with Marion County Maker Collective

Marion County Maker Collective, a program of Artify Ocala Inc, offers a variety of kid friendly programming and opportunities for ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 3650 Northeast 25th Street Unit 1A, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $15 per Child per Session (Registration Required)
  • Website: www.artifyocala.org
  • Category: Classes

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

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

  • 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun
31Dec

Leave it Better Invasive Removal at Fort King

Come join us as we end the year preparing Fort King for spring with an invasive plant clean up. All ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark I 3925 E. Fort King St. Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

Trains at the Holidays at College of Central Florida

Immerse yourself in a magical world of miniature trains, winding their way through charming tiny towns and festive displays that ...

Oaks Tiny Tots New Years Eve at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Greetings, Marion Oaks families! This week our Tiny Tots program will be on Wednesday, December 31, from 10 a.m. to ...

Appleton Museum Holiday Fun

Christmas at the Appleton Museum of Art is happening now - January 11th! The display is different every year! - Dickens ...

Easy Street Fun Center Holiday Fun

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

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 2727 SW 27th Ave Ocala, FL
  • Cost: See website for cost
  • Website: funworks.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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