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  • Blues in the Box: Matt Schofield

    Reilly Arts Center 500 NE 9th St., Ocala, FL, United States

    British blues guitar icon Matt Schofield returns with his original organ trio to celebrate 20 years since his landmark solo debut.

  • Belleview Farmer’s Market at Timberline Farms

    Timberline Farm Timberline Farm 3200 SE 115th St, Belleview, FL, United States

    Belleview Farmer's Market at Timberline Farm to enjoy Fresh Local Produce, Local Crafts, Community Artisan Bake Goods & More! Open on Saturdays, 9am-1pm If you are interested in becoming a vendor apply, click HERE to apply! Locally farmed/handmade produce, foods, crafts, and gifts. Offering to small farms a 10x10 space at the market free of […]

  • Night of Hope

    College of Central Florida 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, United States

    The annual event honors victims and survivors of domestic violence. There will be dinner, music, giveaways, survivor testimonies and vendors. The keynote speaker will be Melissa Dohme Hill, a survivor and advocate, and executive director of Hands Across the Bay. Free childcare offered for youngsters age 2 and older. For details, call the Marion County […]

  • Zachary Bartholomew: Tribute to Chick Corea

    Reilly Arts Center 500 NE 9th St., Ocala, FL, United States

    Join award-winning pianist Zachary Bartholomew, his trio and special guest Jose Valentino for a tribute to jazz legend Chick Corea.

  • Belleview Farmer’s Market at Timberline Farms

    Timberline Farm Timberline Farm 3200 SE 115th St, Belleview, FL, United States

    Belleview Farmer’s Market at Timberline Farm to enjoy Fresh Local Produce, Local Crafts, Community Artisan Bake Goods & More! Open on Saturdays, 9am-1pm.

  • Hispanic Heritage Festival

    College of Central Florida 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, United States

    At this free family event, visitors can get assistance applying to the college with no application fees and access community resources and enjoy music, food trucks and vendors

  • Pack Walk

    Marion County Animal Services 5701 SE 66th St., Ocala

    Meet dogs from Marion County Animal Services and help support the park.

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United States

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • Belleview Farmer’s Market at Timberline Farms

    Timberline Farm Timberline Farm 3200 SE 115th St, Belleview, FL, United States

    Belleview Farmer’s Market at Timberline Farm to enjoy Fresh Local Produce, Local Crafts, Community Artisan Bake Goods & More! Open on Saturdays, 9am-1pm.

  • Wear Your Wings 5K Fun Run/Walk

    College of Central Florida Dassance Fine Arts Center 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, United States

    Come join Marion County Children's Alliance Family Violence Prevention Work group (FVPW) as they are hosting its annual Wear Your Wings 5K Fun Run/Walk to raise awareness and funds to provide resources, services and temporary shelter for victims and survivors of domestic violence.

  • Belleview Farmer’s Market at Timberline Farms

    Timberline Farm Timberline Farm 3200 SE 115th St, Belleview, FL, United States

    Belleview Farmer’s Market at Timberline Farm to enjoy Fresh Local Produce, Local Crafts, Community Artisan Bake Goods & More! Open on Saturdays, 9am-1pm.

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United States

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United States

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United States

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • Ocala/Marion County Braver Angels Alliance

    Marion County Public Library Headquarters 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

    Marion County Braver Angels-strengthen our democracy through depolarization and courageous citizenship. Meeting on Thursday, January 22, 5:30 pm, Marion County Public Library, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. To learn more, go to braverangels.org or email [email protected] https://www.ocalagazette.com/braver-angels-to-meet-jan-22/

  • The 2nd Annual Raney’s Road to Wishes Truck Show

    Raney's Chrome Shop 3030 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

    The 2nd Annual Raney's Road to Wishes Truck Show is a free, family-friendly, two-day event on February 6–7, 2026, at 3030 W Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala, FL. It features customized semi-trucks, food trucks, a Friday night light show, and live music, aiming to raise $90,000 for Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida.

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United States

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • The 2nd Annual Raney’s Road to Wishes Truck Show

    Raney's Chrome Shop 3030 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

    The 2nd Annual Raney's Road to Wishes Truck Show is a free, family-friendly, two-day event on February 6–7, 2026, at 3030 W Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala, FL. It features customized semi-trucks, food trucks, a Friday night light show, and live music, aiming to raise $90,000 for Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida.

  • Free First Saturday – Appleton Museum of Art

    Appleton Museum of Art 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

    Visit the Appleton on February 7 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking activities in the Artspace.

  • Girls’ Night Out

    Ocala Downtown Market 310 SE 3rd St, Ocala, FL, United States

    Get ready to celebrate love, laughter, and all things sweet at our Galentine’s Girls Night Out — hosted by GNO Events at the Ocala Downtown Market!

  • Ocala/Marion County Braver Angels Alliance

    Marion County Public Library Headquarters 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

    The Marion County Braver Angels alliance encourages courageous citizenship by facilitating conversations across the political divide. At our meeting next week, we will conduct a community forum on the effect of kratom on our community.

  • SILVER RIVER KNAP-IN • Stone Tool Making & Prehistoric Arts Festival

    SILVER RIVER KNAP-IN • Stone Tool Making & Prehistoric Arts Festival
    Silver Springs State Park 1425 NE 58th Ave,, Ocala, FL, United States

    Don’t miss the 15th annual Silver River Prehistoric Arts Festival at the beautiful Silver Springs State Park in Ocala, Florida. Expert flint knappers (people who make stone tools such as spear points), archaeologists, shell carvers, potters, hide tanners, bow makers, dugout canoe carvers and other specialists in native skills will gather from across the U.S. […]

  • Tuscawilla Sculpture Stroll

    Tuscawilla Park 825 NE Watula Ave., Ocala, FL, United States

    Come celebrate the ten, newly installed sculptures from the 2026-2027 Ocala Outdoor Sculpture Competition at the Tuscawilla Sculpture Stroll! This is a FREE event open to the public.

  • SILVER RIVER KNAP-IN • Stone Tool Making & Prehistoric Arts Festival

    SILVER RIVER KNAP-IN • Stone Tool Making & Prehistoric Arts Festival
    Silver Springs State Park 1425 NE 58th Ave,, Ocala, FL, United States

    Don’t miss the 15th annual Silver River Prehistoric Arts Festival at the beautiful Silver Springs State Park in Ocala, Florida. Expert flint knappers (people who make stone tools such as spear points), archaeologists, shell carvers, potters, hide tanners, bow makers, dugout canoe carvers and other specialists in native skills will gather from across the U.S. […]

  • International Women’s Day Celebration

    CF Klein Center 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, FL, United States

    Come celebrate International Women's Day with Ollin Women International as we celebrate women in Philanthropy. This annual luncheon is filled with friendship and honors the local Ocala / Marion County women who make a difference. Friday, March 6th 2026 from 11:30am to 1:30pm EST • CF Klein Center, 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, FL 34474

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United States

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • Habitat Ocala Strawberry Festival

    601 SE 25th Avenue 601 SE 25th Avenue, Ocala, FL, United States

    Sweet strawberries, tasty food, shopping, live music, and so much more at the 12th Annual Habitat Strawberry Festival!

  • Free First Saturday – Appleton Museum of Art

    Appleton Museum of Art 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

    Visit the Appleton on the March 7 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking activities in the Artspace.

  • Marion County Braver Angels Alliance

    Marion County Public Library Headquarters 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

    Marion County Braver Angels Alliance Meeting on Thursday, March 26, 5:15 pm, Marion County Public Library, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Topics will include a community forum with a panel of experts discussing the constitutional issues related to immigration enforcement. Braver Angels is leading the nation’s largest cross-partisan, volunteer-led movement to bridge the partisan divide […]

  • Affordable Personalized Chiropractic In Your Neighborhood

    The Joint Chiropractic 2701 SW College Rd., Suite 107, Ocala, FL, United States

    Affordable Personalized Chiropractic In Your Neighborhood Ocala, FL - The Joint Chiropractic Ocala is currently extending a limited-time offer exclusively for new patients, providing an initial chiropractic visit for just $19. This introductory package includes a consultation, examination, and adjustments. With no appointments necessary and no insurance required, The Joint Chiropractic prioritizes convenient access to […]

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United States

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • Free First Saturday – Appleton Museum of Art

    Appleton Museum of Art 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

    Visit the Appleton on the April 4 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking activities in the Artspace.

  • 2026 Heart of HR – People, Purpose, Potential

    Circle Square Cultural Center 8395 SW 80th St., Ocala, FL, United States

    The 2026 Heart of HR Conference: People, Purpose, Potential, hosted by CareerSource CLM, will be held on April 9, 2026, at the Circle Square Cultural Center in Ocala, FL. Focusing on building resilient teams, driving purpose-driven talent acquisition, and unlocking workforce potential, featuring keynotes from Curtis Campogni.

  • Art Park Literary and Poetry Festival

    Tuscawilla Park 825 NE Watula Ave., Ocala, FL, United States

    First annual Art Park Literary & Poetry Festival, a brand-new addition to the Tuscawilla Art Park Series! This free, family-friendly event invites the community to celebrate the power of language through literature, poetry, and the spoken word.

  • Marion County Braver Angels Alliance

    Marion County Public Library Headquarters 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

    Braver Angels is leading the nation’s largest cross-partisan, volunteer-led movement to bridge the partisan divide and strengthen our democratic republic.

  • Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band – Celebrate America

    Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park 2601 SE Fort King St, Ocala, FL, United States

    The Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band invites the community to a stirring musical tribute with its upcoming performance, “Celebrate America – 250 Years and Counting.” This special event takes place for one day only on Sunday, April 26, at 3:00 PM at the MCPS Auditorium (1614 E. King Street, Ocala).

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United States

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • 2nd Kentucky Derby Pub Crawl 2nd Annual – Sip, Strut & Run for the Roses!

    District Bar & Kitchen 110 SW Broadway St, Ocala, Florida

    Join the excitement for the 2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Pub Crawl on Saturday, May 2nd, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM! Celebrate Derby Day in style as you trot, taste, and toast your way through some of the best local stops — all leading up to an unforgettable finish line party.

  • Sand and Sun Festival

    Citizens' CIrcle 151 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

    Ocala Cultural Arts is bringing the beach to Downtown Ocala for the first time with the Sand and Sun Festival! This exciting event will feature six professional, nationally acclaimed sand sculptors who will create large-scale, detailed sand sculptures based on an open theme.