The Department of Health is offering free weekly classes to help people learn about and handle diabetes with topics like balanced diets, meal planning, physical activity, prevention and more. Free […]
Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Food trucks and occasional guest entertainer. Rain or shine; recurs every […]
Chickens, ducks, quail, geese, goats, turkeys, rabbits and sometimes ponies are available, along with horse tack, home-grown plants, produce and hand-crafted items. Occasional meat vendors, food trucks and other goods. […]
More than 100 sellers under one roof. Food and drink options onsite. Tickets are $4 in advance or $5 at the door with early bird tickets at $10 to enter […]
This annual picnic and car show will have kids’ activities, live music, face painting and picnic food. Free to attend. See joylcocala.org for more info.
Free information about action steps to own a home, improve a credit score, get more from financial institutions, leaving a financial legacy, talking to your children about saving and more. […]
The city of Ocala is offering tips on saving water, plus a free EyeOnWater app to help keep an eye on consumption. Bring a smartphone, laptop and account number. Free […]
Vendors, bacon-eating contest, best bacon dish competition and music by Ken Apperson. Free admission.
With games like craps, roulette, blackjack and Texas Hold ‘em, this fundraiser includes snacks, a 50/50 raffle, basket raffles and more. Proceeds benefit children’s and veteran’s causes. Tickets are $40 […]
The finest heifers and bulls from all over the U.S. will be shown in a variety of classes. Onsite food options available. See flhorsepark.com for more info.
Friday/Saturday 8am-7pm; Sunday 9am-last race - Multiple races with great prizes and exciting action. Saturday afternoon will have a break to watch the Kentucky Derby.
8am-9pm; tours 11am & 2pm Friday-Sunday - The Region 12 Arabian Horse Association will hold its championship show and, on May 5-7, Tail Tours will offer guided tours at 11am and […]
Bldg. 20, Room 107 - Chance to meet instructors and find out about upcoming classes in subjects such as history, art, health, travel, music and more. For more info, seniorlearners.org […]
An hour of fun and fitness, this Cinco de Mayo celebration is open to all ages and abilities. Donations to TLC, which offers support, education and services for those with […]
The last Art Walk of the season features artists, entertainers and crafters. Food and drink are available from restaurants and vendors. Free to attend. For more info, ocalafl.org
This series of free weekly concerts is sponsored by the city of Ocala and Marion Cultural Alliance and includes a variety of musical genres. Bring chairs or blankets. Vendors onsite. […]
Saturday, 9:30am-5pm; Sunday 9:30am-4pm - Dozens of plant vendors, food trucks and live music throughout the day. The $10 admission includes a self-guided tour of this botanical paradise. For more info, […]
Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. Rain […]
A true farmers market where chickens, ducks, quail, geese, goats, turkeys, rabbits and sometimes even ponies are available, along with horse tack, home-grown plants, produce and hand-crafted items. Booth types […]
Learn about pioneer life in Florida during the Seminole Wars, stroll the walking paths and have High Tea with finger foods and treats. $10 per person; registration in advance required […]
The party takes place on the terrace at the Equestrian Hotel and includes food stations, an open bar, dessert and a bottle of bourbon, plus a Jumbotron view of the […]
This free viewing party takes place in the Grand Arena and offers food options from restaurants plus pop-up food court servings. Cocktails available at cash bars. Free attendance and parking. […]
This free car show/cruise-in promotes the “classic autos of yesterday” and accepts food donations for Interfaith Emergency Services. Recurs the first Saturday of each month. See twilightcruisersflorida.com for info.
This free night of dance celebrates Latin culture and features local teachers, DJ Ocho and food trucks. Musical styles will include salsa, bachata, merengue and reggaeton.
Large selection of fresh seasonal produce from local growers as well as baked goods, plants, handmade soaps and more; recurs every Thursday. Visit circlesquarecommons.com for more info.
These workshops from the Early Learning Coalition will focus on early childhood development. Resources provided, along with childcare and dinner; those who attend all workshops receive a $250 gift card. […]
Friday, 10am-4pm; Saturday 10am-3pm - Hundreds of hardback and paperback books on sale to benefit library programs and educational endeavors. Free to attend; books priced from $0.50.
With a DJ playing a variety of music, games and prizes, bounce houses, arts and crafts, photos, and hors d’oeuvres, this will be an evening to remember. Tickets are $20 […]
This series of free weekly concerts is sponsored by the city of Ocala and Marion Cultural Alliance and includes a variety of musical genres. Bring chairs or blankets. Vendors onsite. […]
The annual spring plant sale offers plants, food and drink options and educational presentations. Bring your own wagon. No pets. For more info, call (352) 671-8400.
Activities include a farmer’s market, live music, games, a kids’ zone and more. The 5K and breakfast require tickets; the festival is free to attend. See worldequestriancenter.com/events for more info.
Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. Rain […]
A true farmers market where chickens, ducks, quail, geese, goats, turkeys, rabbits and sometimes even ponies are available, along with horse tack, home-grown plants, produce and hand-crafted items. Booth types […]
In addition to the annual tradition of a spring home tour, HOPS is offering ticketed workshops on floral arranging, candle-making and how to create a charcuterie board. Workshops will be […]
The city of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department is offering a unique evening guided lantern tour of the park with tales from the past and information on this Seminole War […]
Various locations and times - The Salvation Army in Ocala will host these events: May 16th 10am to 2pm, open house at Center of Hope 320 NW 1st Ave.; May 17th 10am to […]
10am & 2pm - The SHINE organization offers free classes for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare. These are available by computer or phone. For more info, shine@agingresources.org or call […]
Large selection of fresh seasonal produce from local growers as well as baked goods, plants, handmade soaps and more; recurs every Thursday. Visit circlesquarecommons.com for more info.
These workshops from the Early Learning Coalition will focus on early childhood development. Resources provided, along with childcare and dinner; those who attend all workshops receive a $250 gift card. […]
An educational day about managing ponds to enhance their beauty and ecosystems. Includes presentations on aquatic plants, water quality, fish managements, using Florida-friendly landscaping and more. $25 ticket includes class […]
This series of free weekly concerts is sponsored by the city of Ocala and Marion Cultural Alliance and includes a variety of musical genres. Bring chairs or blankets. Vendors onsite. […]
Volunteers can help by raking leaves and cleaning headstones at this historic cemetery near downtown Ocala. For more info, call Ocala Public Works at (352) 351-6723.
This trek through the park with rangers to learn about the animals that live there includes making animal tracks with Play-Doh and a visit from Rescue Ocala Wildlife. Free to […]
Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. Rain […]
A true farmers market where chickens, ducks, quail, geese, goats, turkeys, rabbits and sometimes even ponies are available, along with horse tack, home-grown plants, produce and hand-crafted items. Booth types […]
With kids’ activities, food trucks, bounce houses and more, the church welcomes families for a day of fun and entertainment. For more info, Bishop Sermon at (352) 687-1130.
Drum up your creativity and artistic side at this free drumming circle. Refreshments served. For more info, rainbowspringsart.com
This is the third year for the car, ‘cycle and truck festival, and proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County. Food and drink options, live music, […]
Author and historian Robert Jacob talks about the real-life pirates who once raided Florida waters. Reception following the program. Admission free to museum members, $5 for non-members. For information, call […]
This month’s seminar focuses on how to build a pollinator garden with expert advice from the Marion County Master Gardeners program. Onsite café, along with artists’ booths. For more info, […]
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