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Woofstock at the Market is on Sunday, Aug. 27. See facebook.com/ocaladowntownmarket for more info.

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.

The Opioid and Addiction Task Force, Marion County Children’s Alliance, CCASA and Picking Up the Pieces host this event on the square to celebrate the lives of those lost to […]

The Strategic Community Alliance is a local nonprofit organization working with community members to develop a strategic plan for the Black community in Marion County. All citizens, regardless of race, […]

The season continues with artists, performers and craftspeople. The square’s main stage will host music and there will be other entertainment on city streets. Food and drink will be available […]

The Florida High School Athletic Association Cross Country Meet will take place, with more than 1,200 student athletes competing. See flhorsepark.com for more info.

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. […]

This is a free car show/cruise-in that promotes the “classic autos of yesterday” and accepts food donations for the Interfaith Emergency Services charities. Recurs the first Saturday of each month. […]

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

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.

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. […]

This annual festival celebrates sobriety with exhibitor booths, recovery resources, food options, entertainment, a kids’ zone and giveaways. It will include a photo booth, pony rides for kids, goodies from […]

Relive the ‘80s playing classic video games like Candyland, Hungry Hippo, Donkey Kong and more. Free to attend.

The Marion County NAACP hosts its annual music and awards event. This year is the first Advance the Cause of Justice Award and the recipient is Judge LeAnn Mackey-Barnes. Tickets […]

The annual walk honors the heroes, the fallen, and families affected by 9/11. Sen. Dennis Baxley, local city and county officials, and first responders will discuss the impact of 9/11. […]

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

The SHINE organization is offering free classes for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare, available by computer or phone. Two classes are offered this week: prescription drug coverage and […]

The SHINE organization is offering free classes for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare, available by computer or phone. Two classes are offered this week: prescription drug coverage and […]

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.

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. […]

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

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.

This is the last Belleview foodie fest for this season. Food trucks, live music, kids’ crafts and activities, face painting and local vendors. For more info, see ocalamarion.com or belleviewfl.org

Part of the market’s special events this season. Call (352) 629-8051, ext. 126 for more info.

Take a night off and go to the Discovery Center for its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Experiment with science activities, enjoy light refreshments and some adult company. Ages 18+ only. […]

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. […]

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

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.

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. […]

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

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.

Times vary, see website - Celebrate fall with pony rides, archery, a crop maze, a hay ride out to the feed the cows, a Wild West show, pig races and farm […]

This annual fundraiser benefits Michelle-O-Gram, a local organization that helps women get needed mammograms. The fun includes dinner and dancing, a 50/50 raffle, the Pink Halloween costume contest and more. […]

The city’s electric utility celebrates its customers with food on a first-come, first-served basis, entertainment, family-friendly activities and giveaways, including a prize wheel to win utility vouchers. For more information, […]

The season continues with artists, performers and craftspeople. The square’s main stage will host music and there will be other entertainment on city streets. Food and drink will be available […]

The annual fall plant sale offers native plant options, herbs, vegetables, fruit trees, house plants and more. The festival also offers a mobile plant clinic, soil test kits and vouchers […]

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. […]

This annual food and drink festival celebrates German-themed food and fun. Live music comes from the Swinging Bavarians, and a full menu of German fare includes beer cheese, bratwurst, schnitzel […]

This is a free car show/cruise-in that promotes the “classic autos of yesterday” and accepts food donations for the Interfaith Emergency Services charities. Recurs the first Saturday of each month. […]

This is the fifth annual fall carnival and the county Parks & Rec teams hosts bounce houses, a variety of food trucks, costume contests, giveaways and lots of family-friendly entertainment […]

Tuesday 1pm & Wednesday 10am - The SHINE organization is offering free classes for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare. These are free and available by computer or phone. Two […]

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

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.

This free program for tots ages 4 and under is designed to get kids interacting and playing with other kids. The activities will vary from inside play, pool time and […]

This renowned fundraiser benefits both ARC of Marion County and Interfaith Emergency Services. The evening includes appetizers, drinks, an open bar, buffet, music by DJ, silent auction and raffles. Tickets […]

Booth spaces are $10 and $15 for a booth with a table. Shop early for the holidays or sell some items of your own. Proceeds will benefit United Way of […]

Step into the charm of yesteryear in historic McIntosh for its annual 1890s festival. Each year, hundreds of vendors are expected, along with free music all day and a variety […]

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. […]