Ocala Family Events Calendar
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.
Family fun events like festivals, carnivals, fairs, family fun days and more.
College of Central Florida Regionals Baseball Game
Come cheer on the Patriots at their home baseball game as the enter the Regionals game series.
- 1:00 pm
- Location: College of Central Florida, Goodlett Field, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474
- Cost: Free to attend
- Website: www.cfpatriots.net
- Category: Family Fun
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: • ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Downtown Ocala
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.ocalafl.org
- Category: Family Fun
Sunset Songs Series Downtown Square
Sunset Songs Series Returns – Free Friday Night Concerts at Citizens’ Circle in Downtown Ocala Looking for the perfect way to ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Citizen's Circle: 151 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, Florida
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.ocalafl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Garden Show and Spring Festival at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens
Celebrate Spring in Central Florida's must-see hidden gem! Join us for the 11th Annual Garden Show & Spring Festival at Cedar ...
- 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens: 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, Florida 32696
- Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $5 | Children 5 and under: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Comic Fest at Paddock Mall
We're back at the Paddock Mall in Ocala, FL for another year of FREE Comic Book Day! Come in cosplay, ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 3100 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474, United States
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Belleview Founder's Day
Event attendees can enjoy a variety of craft, business, and food vendors! Free children's activities include games, crafts, and inflatables ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Lake Lillian: SE Robinson Rd, Belleview, FL 34420
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.belleviewfl.org
- Category: Family Fun
Saturday Block Out at Marion Oaks
First Saturday of every month. We enjoy bringing the community together, in a unique and family-friendly way! - Games - Food Vendors - ...
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Marion Oaks Community: 294 Marion Oaks Ln
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Great Scott Farm Florida Flower Fest
Make a day of it with live music, farm tours, games, a kid zone, local vendors, delicious food, beer, wine, ...
- 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: 26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora, Florida 32757
- Website: www.visitgreatscott.com
- Category: Family Fun
Garden Show and Spring Festival at Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens
Celebrate Spring in Central Florida's must-see hidden gem! Join us for the 11th Annual Garden Show & Spring Festival at Cedar ...
- 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens: 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, Florida 32696
- Cost: Adults: $12 | Children (6-13): $5 | Children 5 and under: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Cannon Farms Sunflower Festival
Come spend the weekend shopping local craft vendors, enjoy yummy food trucks, live music, flower picking, petting zoo and more! ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 11801 SW 180th Ave. Dunnellon, FL
- Cost: Admission: $5 per person 65+ are FREE Ages 2 & under are FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mother's Day Spring Market at Ocala Downtown Market
Spoil Mom at Our Mother’s Day Market! Experience a day full of love, laughter, and local charm! Browse unique handcrafted gifts from ...
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Ocala's Marion Theatre May the 4th Be With You
Celebrate May the 4th at the Marion Theatre with a special screening of Star Wars: A New Hope, plus an ...
- 6:30 pm
- Location: 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
- Cost: $10 per person
- 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 ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
- Cost: Free
- Website: parks.marionfl.org
- Category: Family Fun
Marion County Annual Mother and Son Dance
Marion County's Annual Mother & Son Dance 2026 Theme is Country Western.... So Giddy up for this amazing evening to ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Circle Square Commons, 8405 SW 80th Street, Ocala, FL 34481
- Cost: $30 per person
- Website: givebutter.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mommy and Me Neon Night Pool Party at Silver Springs Shores Community Center
Join us Friday, May 8th for a night filled with a live DJ, glow foam slip-n-slide, giant inflatables, floats, games, ...
- 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center, 590 Silver Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
- Cost: $1 Cash per person at the gate
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fun Bike Ride with Get Fit in the Garden
Join us for a fun, family-friendly group bike ride to support Get Fit in the Garden! This ride is open to ...
- 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Santos Bike Shop, 8924 South US highway 441, Ocala, FL 34480
- Cost: $25 Donation
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fishing for Success Family Fishing Days Mother's Day
FFS hosts monthly events (March through November) that provide families the opportunity to fish together in a safe and fun ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 7922 NW 71st Street, Gainesville, FL 32653
- Cost: Free and Open to the public
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Wetland Appreciation Day at Recharge Park
Celebrate Wetland Appreciation Day on Saturday at the Ocala Wetland Recharge Park. Enjoy a morning of family-friendly fun with guided tours ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Ocala Wetland Recharge Park, 2105 NW 21st St., Ocala, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
MCYFL Day at Marion Oaks Community Center
MCYFL Day is coming to the Marion Oaks Community Center Saturday, May 9th at 10am, Football & Cheer signups will ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Marion Oaks Community Center, 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mayhem Ranch Spring Festival
Join us for our Annual Spring Festival, Highland Cows & Sunflowers! Get ready for a day filled with sunshine and ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Mayhem Ranch, 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL 32668
- Cost: Admission: $16 per person 2 and under Free/ Additional Charges for Activities
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mayhem Ranch Spring Festival
Join us for our Annual Spring Festival, Highland Cows & Sunflowers! Get ready for a day filled with sunshine and ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Mayhem Ranch, 17830 SE 40th St, Morriston, FL 32668
- Cost: Admission: $16 per person 2 and under Free/ Additional Charges for Activities
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Moms Play FREE at Huddys Escape
Mom plays free with her family, mom also receives a fresh rose. May 9-10th 2026. Use code: "momsrock26" Must book a group ...
- 11:00 am
- Location: Huddy's Escape: 5400 SW College Road, Ocala, FL 34474
- Cost: MOMS Play FREE (use code "momsrock26" and book a group of 4 or more)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Dance Divine Presents Daniel: The Most High Rules
Join us for a thrilling ballet on the amazing life of the prophet Daniel. The historical account unfolds when King Nebuchadnezzar ...
- 2:00 pm
- Location: Dassance Fine Arts Center at College of Center Florida, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474
- Cost: Admission is free and seating will be available on a first come, first served basis
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
Meet a Leprechaun at Marion Oaks Recreation Center
Join us for National Leprechaun Day. Come get a photo taken with a leprechaun and a goodie bag while supplies ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Marion Oaks Recreation Center, 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
- Cost: Free
- 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 ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
- Cost: Free
- Website: parks.marionfl.org
- Category: Family Fun
Historic Homesteading at Fort King: Cob Oven Cooking Class
Enjoy creating your own flatbread down by our Heritage Garden, along with a sweet treat, before exploring the trails at ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Fort King National Landmark, 3925 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34470
- Cost: $10 per person, each additional flatbread + toppings will be an additional $5.-Registration Required
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Glow Night Cardio Drumming and Open Play at The Dink Tank
Get ready for a high-energy glow party at The Dink Tank. We’re teaming up with F.I.T.T to bring you an ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Dink Tank, 1891 SW 12th avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
- Cost: $35 (Registration Required)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Marvelous Mini Day at Ocala Breeder's Supply Hwy 27
Join us on May 16th from 9–11 AM at our Highway 27 location for a special morning all about mini ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: OBFS, Highway 27 Store, Ocala, FL
- Cost: Free to attend
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Rolling for the Rock Program Car Show
Rolling for the Rock Program Car Show and Vendor Fair Hosted by The Rock Program Join us for an exciting community car show ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 2800 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34471
- Cost: Free for Spectators
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Junior Ranger Jamboree at Silver Springs
Join us to celebrate Kids to Parks Day for a day of fun activities, park programs and more during the ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Silver Springs State Park: 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
- Cost: Event is free with park admission.
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun
Cannon Farms Watermelon Festival
Get ready for TWO days packed with: Fresh Cannon Farms watermelons Live music Hayrides Flower picking Petting zoo Face painting Inflatables Craft vendors Food trucks Games, prizes & more! Additional activities ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cannon Farms, 11801 SW 180th Ave., Dunnellon, FL 34432
- Cost: Admission: $5 per person 65+ are FREE Ages 2 & under are FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
City of Anthony Founder's Day Celebration
Come be a part of Anthony History! Celebrating 150 years of the Anthony community
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Anthony Community Park, 2150 NE 95th St, Anthony, FL 32617
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
World Tree Kangaroo Day at Santa Fe Teaching Zoo
Kangaroos in the trees? You heard right! The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is home to the Matschie's tree kangaroo, ...
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo: 3000 NW 83 St Building Z, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Cost: Adults: $10 | Children (4-12): $6 |Free children 3 and under
- Website: www.sfcollege.edu
- Category: Family Fun
Cannon Farms Watermelon Festival
Get ready for TWO days packed with: Fresh Cannon Farms watermelons Live music Hayrides Flower picking Petting zoo Face painting Inflatables Craft vendors Food trucks Games, prizes & more! Additional activities ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Cannon Farms, 11801 SW 180th Ave., Dunnellon, FL 34432
- Cost: Admission: $5 per person 65+ are FREE Ages 2 & under are FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
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
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 ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
- Cost: Free
- Website: parks.marionfl.org
- Category: Family Fun
Child Passenger Safety Class
Parents who attend the Child Passenger Safety class will - Learn which seat is right for their child - Get hands-on help ...
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: Florida Department of Health in Marion County, 1801 SE 32nd Ave., Ocala, Florida 34471
- Cost: Free
- Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Free Admission Memorial Day Weekend at Florida State Parks
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Florida State Parks will offer free admission on Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun
Snow: Tiny Crystals Opening Day at Cade Museum
Snow: Tiny Crystals, Global Impact is a hands-on science exhibition about the nature and wonder of snow and the impact ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Adults: $15 | Youth (5-17): $10 |Children (0-4): Free
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun
Discovery Center "Treehouses: Look who's living in trees" Opening Day
Hang out…in the trees! Step into our newest traveling exhibit and explore the incredible world found high above the forest ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL
- Cost: $8 per person ages 3 and up
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Cade Museum’s 8th Birthday Bash
Make a dash to our birthday bash! We’re thrilled to offer FREE admission in celebration of the museum’s 8th birthday! ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 811 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Cost: Free
- Website: cademuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun
Aquatic Fun Center Open
Aquatic Fun Centers will be open on Memorial Weekend at both locations. The pools will open for the season 7-days ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: Child: $3 | Adult: $5
- Website: www.ocalafl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Free Admission Memorial Day Weekend at Florida State Parks
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Florida State Parks will offer free admission on Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun
Collage Collective with Marion County Maker Collective
Collage Collective with Amanda Acevedo. Cut, layer, and enjoy playful creativity using with paper of all varieties alongside local artist ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 3650 NE 25th St, 1A , Ocala, FL 34470
- Cost: This event is FREE to attend. (Suggested donation)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Aquatic Fun Center Open
Aquatic Fun Centers will be open on Memorial Weekend May 24 - 26 at both locations. The pools will open ...
- 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: Child: $3 | Adult: $5
- Website: www.ocalafl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Free Admission Memorial Day Weekend at Florida State Parks
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Florida State Parks will offer free admission on Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, ...
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.floridastateparks.org
- Category: Family Fun
Petting Zoo Ocala Tours
The Petting Zoo of Ocala will be open on Memorial Day Monday for an extra day of fun. Active-duty military ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Petting Zoo Ocala, 11150 W Highway 40, Ocala, FL 34482
- Cost: Adults: $14 | Children 2-12: $10 | Veterans/Military: $11 | Ages 1 and under: FREE
- Website: pettingzooocala.com
- Category: Family Fun
Aquatic Fun Center Open
Aquatic Fun Centers will be open on Memorial Weekend at both locations. The pools will open for the season 7-days ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: Child: $3 | Adult: $5
- Website: www.ocalafl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
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
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 ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
- Cost: Free
- Website: parks.marionfl.org
- Category: Family Fun
Friday Night Done Right Movie Night at Midtown Station
Friday Night Done Right – Movie Night at Midtown Station! Join us for a family-friendly movie night featuring the movie Inside ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Midtown Station Ocala, 235 NE Watula Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Fifth Friday Family Fun Night at Redeemer Baptist Church at Romeo
We’ll have the tables set and plenty of space for laughter, friendly competition, and time together. Whether you’re the reigning ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 20545 SW 5th Pl, Dunnellon, FL 34431
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Donkey Daze Celebration at Tree Line Farm
A gathering of donkeys and the people that love them.
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Tree Line Farm, 20750 NE 30 th St, Williston, FL
- Cost: Spectators Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Rhythm Fest at Webb Field
The City of Ocala invites the community to experience the inaugural Rhythm Fest, a free, family-friendly outdoor music festival. Rhythm ...
- 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Webb Field, 1501 W. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.ocalafl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
MTRA Horse of the Year Party
Mark your calendars & join us for MTRA’s 2026 Horse of the Year Party! Every year, we celebrate the amazing ...
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: MTRA: 6830 SE 41st CT, Ocala, FL 34480
- Cost: $1 to vote (see website for details)
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Celebration Community Paint Day at Marion Cultural Alliance
Join us for CELEBRATION Community Paint Day—a one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience where YOU help create a permanent public work of art. ...
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: The Brick at Marion Cultural Alliance, 23 SW Broadway St, Ocala, FL 34471
- Cost: See website for costs
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Country Fest Backyard BBQ at Belleview VFW Post 8083
Bring the family, bring your lawn chairs, bring your dancing boots, and your appetite.
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Belleview VFW Post 8083, 12666 SE US HWY 441, Belleview, FL 34420
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun
Family Fun Classes at Painting with a Twist - Sunflower Bee
Family fun class! All ages welcome but we recommend ages 8 and up! Parents are encouraged to let children work ...
- 1:00 pm
- Location: Painting with a Twist: 4414 SW College Rd, Unit # 370, Ocala, FL 34474
- Cost: $32 per person
- Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
- Category: Family Fun
Aquatic Fun Center Open 7-days a week
The pools will open for the season 7-days a week on May 31st. With the exception for May swim lessons ...
- 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: See description for locations
- Cost: Child: $3 | Adult: $5
- Website: www.ocalafl.gov
- Category: Family Fun
