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March 6

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Electric Light Party at Lake Sumter Landing

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

First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Ocala

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

UF IFAS Family Day at the Dairy Farm

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

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 ...

Reel Fun Fishing with Ocala Recreation and Parks

Enjoy a fun-filled day by the water and learn how to fish. We’ll teach you how to bait a hook, ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Tuscawilla Park, 800 NE Sanchez Avenue, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: $5 per person
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Habitat Ocala Strawberry Festival

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

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

Fat Tire Festival at Santos Trailhead

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

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

Florida Springs Fest

Join us Saturday March 7th and Sunday March 8yh from 10 am until 4 pm at Silver Springs State Park ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, Florida, 34472
  • Cost: Park Admission: $2
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ocala Springtime Festival at Ocala Downtown Market

Join us for an incredible spring time festival at the Ocala Down Town Market! We will have free photo ops ...

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Brunch at Bank Street

Looking for something to do with the family on a Sunday morning… come join us for our brunch that starts ...

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 120 E Fort King Street Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: No entry fee, menu prices, see website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Giant Volleyball Night at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

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

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

Family Fun Night at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

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

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

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

Live Oak International

Join us March 12-15, 2026 at Live Oak Stud in Ocala, Florida for America’s largest combined driving and show jumping ...

  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Live Oak Stud, 2215 SW 110th Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Purchase a single-day ticket for $15, or get a 4-day pass for $45. Taxes and fees apply. Children under 6 are free. Parking is included.
  • Website: www.liveoakinternational.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Live Oak International

Join us March 12-15, 2026 at Live Oak Stud in Ocala, Florida for America’s largest combined driving and show jumping ...

  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Live Oak Stud, 2215 SW 110th Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Purchase a single-day ticket for $15, or get a 4-day pass for $45. Taxes and fees apply. Children under 6 are free. Parking is included.
  • Website: www.liveoakinternational.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Celtic Festival at Lake Sumter Landing

Enjoy high-energy Celtic music, traditional performances, strolling entertainment, and festival fun all weekend long.

Family Fun Night Out with Ocala Recreation and Parks

Join us for a Family Fun Night Out at Tuscawilla Park! Enjoy exciting games, great music and a night full ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Tuscawilla Park, 800 Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Program
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Splash Pads Open

Splash pads are open from sunrise to sunset. Splash pads are free and open to the public. - LILY'S SPLASH PAD ...

Marion County Master Gardeners Spring Festival

We hope you plan to visit our 100+ garden vendors and educational booths, plus educational seminars and food trucks! Take ...

  • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Adults: $3 | Kids 12 and under are FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Live Oak International

Join us March 12-15, 2026 at Live Oak Stud in Ocala, Florida for America’s largest combined driving and show jumping ...

  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Live Oak Stud, 2215 SW 110th Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Purchase a single-day ticket for $15, or get a 4-day pass for $45. Taxes and fees apply. Children under 6 are free. Parking is included.
  • Website: www.liveoakinternational.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Celebrate Pi Day at Discovery Center

How many numbers of pi can you recite? Join us for a day of pi-filled activities including a special scavenger ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: Adults: $8 | Children (3-17): $8 | 2 and under: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Live Oak International

Join us March 12-15, 2026 at Live Oak Stud in Ocala, Florida for America’s largest combined driving and show jumping ...

  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Live Oak Stud, 2215 SW 110th Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Purchase a single-day ticket for $15, or get a 4-day pass for $45. Taxes and fees apply. Children under 6 are free. Parking is included.
  • Website: www.liveoakinternational.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marion County Master Gardeners Spring Festival

We hope you plan to visit our 100+ garden vendors and educational booths, plus educational seminars and food trucks! Take ...

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Adults: $3 | Kids 12 and under are FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Brunch at Bank Street

Looking for something to do with the family on a Sunday morning… come join us for our brunch that starts ...

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 120 E Fort King Street Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: No entry fee, menu prices, see website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Giant Volleyball Night at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

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

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

Monday Night Sports at Brick City Adventure Park

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

Marion County Fair Winter Carnival

Marion County Fair presents Winter Carnival sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids. Tue 17th 1 pm to 10 pm Wed 18th ...

Curiosity Week at Discovery Science Center

Join us for Curiosity Week, where each day features a new STEAM activity and endless discoveries! All ages welcome.

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Discovery Science Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free with Admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Spanish Springs Town Square

Sham-rock your day with live entertainment, tasty food, green beer, and festive market vendors.

St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Spanish Springs

Sham-rock your day with live entertainment, tasty food, and festive market vendors.

Family Fun Night at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

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

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

Marion County Fair Winter Carnival

Marion County Fair presents Winter Carnival sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids. Tue 17th 1 pm to 10 pm Wed 18th ...

Curiosity Week at Discovery Science Center

Join us for Curiosity Week, where each day features a new STEAM activity and endless discoveries! All ages welcome.

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Discovery Science Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free with Admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Withlacoochee Bluegrass Festival

Family Fun, Concerts, Workshops, Jamming and Great Food. Come for a day or stay and camp the whole week or ...

Marion County Fair Winter Carnival

Marion County Fair presents Winter Carnival sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids. Tue 17th 1 pm to 10 pm Wed 18th ...

Curiosity Week at Discovery Science Center

Join us for Curiosity Week, where each day features a new STEAM activity and endless discoveries! All ages welcome.

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Discovery Science Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free with Admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Withlacoochee Bluegrass Festival

Family Fun, Concerts, Workshops, Jamming and Great Food. Come for a day or stay and camp the whole week or ...

Marion County Fair Winter Carnival

Marion County Fair presents Winter Carnival sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids. Tue 17th 1 pm to 10 pm Wed 18th ...

Curiosity Week at Discovery Science Center

Join us for Curiosity Week, where each day features a new STEAM activity and endless discoveries! All ages welcome.

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Discovery Science Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free with Admission
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Catch, Release, and Respect with Ocala Recreation and Parks

Join a park ranger at the retention pond to explore the fish that live in our waters and their role ...

  • 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Location: Tuscawilla Park, 800 NE Sanchez Avenue, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Program
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Friday Foodie Fest at Lake Lillian

Foodie Fest will be held every third Friday of the month. Come out and enjoy a variety of food trucks ...

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

Withlacoochee Bluegrass Festival

Family Fun, Concerts, Workshops, Jamming and Great Food. Come for a day or stay and camp the whole week or ...

Kanapaha Botanical Spring Garden Festival

This is Gainesville's premier horticultural event. The Spring Garden Festival features over 100 booths offering plants, landscape displays, garden accessories, ...

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville FL 32608
  • Cost: $13 adults, $8 ages 5-13. Cash Only. $2 discount for members of Kanapaha. Admission is only good for one day and can not be used for both days.
  • Website: kanapaha.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Annual Marion Rotary Duck Derby

Duck adoptions and merchandise sales open at 10 AM, the race is at 2 PM. Make a splash for a ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Tuscawilla Park: 829 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: See website for costs
  • Website: www.duckrace.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kanapaha Botanical Spring Garden Festival

This is Gainesville's premier horticultural event. The Spring Garden Festival features over 100 booths offering plants, landscape displays, garden accessories, ...

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville FL 32608
  • Cost: $13 adults, $8 ages 5-13. Cash Only. $2 discount for members of Kanapaha. Admission is only good for one day and can not be used for both days.
  • Website: kanapaha.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Brunch at Bank Street

Looking for something to do with the family on a Sunday morning… come join us for our brunch that starts ...

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 120 E Fort King Street Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: No entry fee, menu prices, see website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marion County Fair Winter Carnival

Marion County Fair presents Winter Carnival sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids. Tue 17th 1 pm to 10 pm Wed 18th ...

Giant Volleyball Night at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

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

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

Family Fun Night at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

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

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

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

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: Family Fun

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 ...

Sweet Berry Farms Spring Festival

Get ready to embrace the warmer weather and vibrant colors of the season! Join us for a day of community, ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Sweet Berry Farms LLC, 4851 NE 190th Ave, Williston, Florida 32696
  • Cost: Admission is Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Birth of Sports Science at Cade Museum in Gainesville (Last Weekend)

Explore how science and invention have transformed sports, from ancient training methods and homemade tonics to Gatorade, high-tech equipment, and ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free for Children 0-4| $10 for ages 5-17 | $15 for adults
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Marion County Day

Free Community Festival! Marion County invites residents and visitors to our annual community festival, celebrating our history & showcasing everything ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: McPherson Governmental Campus: 601 SE 25th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ocala Spring Craft Fair

Step into a world of creativity and craftsmanship at the 3rd Annual Ocala Spring Craft Fair! Taking place at the ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: World Equestrian Center, Expo Center 2, 1598 NW 87th Ct, Ocala, FL 34482
  • Cost: 12 and under free, free parking
  • Website: www.bmgevents.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ocala Spring Craft Fair

Step into a world of creativity and craftsmanship at the 3rd Annual Ocala Spring Craft Fair! Taking place at the ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: World Equestrian Center, Expo Center 2, 1598 NW 87th Ct, Ocala, FL 34482
  • Cost: 12 and under free, free parking
  • Website: www.bmgevents.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Birth of Sports Science at Cade Museum in Gainesville (Last Weekend)

Explore how science and invention have transformed sports, from ancient training methods and homemade tonics to Gatorade, high-tech equipment, and ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Cade Museum, 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Cost: Free for Children 0-4| $10 for ages 5-17 | $15 for adults
  • Website: cademuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Brunch at Bank Street

Looking for something to do with the family on a Sunday morning… come join us for our brunch that starts ...

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 120 E Fort King Street Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: No entry fee, menu prices, see website
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Easter on the Farm at Mayhem Ranch

Join us for our Fifth Annual Easter on the Farm! Get ready for a day filled with egg-citing activities, from ...

  • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, FL, 32668
  • Cost: Pre-Sale Tickets: $14.00 per person, 2 and under Free! $17.00 at the gate, if available. Tickets will be limited each day!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ocala Geek Fest at Ocala Downtown Market

Geek out at over 60 vendors showcasing the finest selection of video games, vintage toys, comic books, Pokémon cards, Funko ...

Giant Volleyball Night at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

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

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

Family Fun Night at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

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

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

Ocala Geek Fest at Ocala Downtown Market

Geek out at over 60 vendors showcasing the finest selection of video games, vintage toys, comic books, Pokémon cards, Funko ...

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