Event Series OTOW Farmers Market

OTOW Farmers Market

The Ranch Fitness Center 8385 SW 80th St, Ocala, Florida

Note the new temporary location for this month. Browse local farmers’ goods with fresh seasonal produce as well as baked goods, plants, handmade soaps and more. The market recurs every Thursday. Visit circlesquarecommons.com for more information.

Event Series Coffee, Cake & Community

Coffee, Cake & Community

NOMA Gallery 939 N Magnolia Ave, Ocala, Florida

These weekly no-pressure coffee (and cake) klatches bring together gallery guests, artists, patrons, creative types and more. All are welcome. See nomaocala.com/events for more information.

Jeff Jarrett

The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL

Mike Smithson

Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United States

“A Cracker at the Ritz”

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

The two-act social satire skewers Florida living when Earlene, a true Florida cracker, rants, raves and sings about living in this crazy state. Tickets are $35. See reillyartscenter.com for more information.

Charity Cox

The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL

Kenny & the Heads

Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United States

US Mounted Games Southern Series

Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, United States

Playing games on horseback is the event, with relay races, pole bending, balloon popping and more. Free to the public. Vendors for food and drink onsite. For more information, visit usmga.us

Prayer Breakfast & Youth Day

Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, Florida

To honor Martin Luther King Jr., a prayer breakfast will begin at 9am, and a ticket is required; free youth activities are slated to start at 1pm. Call Dwanette Dilworth at (352) 207-6036 for more information.

Event Series Ocala Farmers Market

Ocala Downtown Farmers Market

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

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 market recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more information.

Beginner Bird Walk

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

Join Marion Audubon on a free bird walk. This location is ideal for birders of all levels, especially for beginners and wildlife photographers. Bring binoculars if you have them. RSVP (not required but preferred) at meetu.ps/e/ML67S/zncng/I For more information, visit marionaudubon.org/events

Wreath Laying

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park 500 SW Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Ocala, FL, United States

A wreath-laying ceremony will honor the legacy of Dr. King. The event is free and open to the public.

Event Series Prayer Breakfast & Youth Day

Prayer Breakfast & Youth Day

Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, Florida

To honor Martin Luther King Jr., a prayer breakfast will begin at 9am, and a ticket is required; free youth activities are slated to start at 1pm. Call Dwanette Dilworth at (352) 207-6036 for more information.

The Mudds

The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL

Still Kickin

Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United States

KennaDee

Horse & Hounds 6998 US Hwy 27, Ocala, Florida

The Amazzing Steel Drums

Countryside Presbyterian Church of Ocala 7768 SW Hwy 200, Ocala, FL, United States

A free concert celebrates the new year with the “happiest music on earth.” Love offerings accepted. For more information, call (352) 237-4633.

33rd Annual Young Artist Competition: Honors Recital

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

The junior division features students who haven’t completed high school; the senior division has artists who have. Instrumental and voice artists will perform, and finalists each receive a $200 cash award. Two winners will go on and perform in March with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $10 from reillyartscenter.com

Ecumenical Church Service

Fort King Presbyterian Fellowship Hall 13 NE 36th Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

All are welcome at this service to celebrate Dr. King.

Doug Adams & Friends

Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United States

Martin Luther King Day March and Day in the Park

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

Participants will gather at the downtown square and the march will end at the Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Complex at 1510 NW 4th St. After the march, there will be a Day in the Park event, featuring food, vendors and entertainment. To learn more, call Kelvin Richardson at (352) 207-9558 or go to www.facebook.com/events/s/marion-countys-dr-martin-luthe/228625070065653/?mibextid=9l3rBW

Martin Luther King Parade

Heritage Park - Williston NW 1st Ave., Williston, Florida

The parade will start at the Heritage Park pavilion adjacent to Williston City Hall and end at Cornelius Williams Park, with other activities. For further information, go to the MLK Celebration-Levy County page at fb.com/groups/335697230479047

Ocala January Dressage

World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL

The high-stepping horses hit the arena with multiple levels and classes competing. The event is free to attend. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com

Perdue Barrel Race

Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 N Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL, United States

This classic rodeo event features barrel racers, racing around three barrels without knocking any of them over. For more information, email mbrandonperdue@gmail.com

Event Series Ocala Farmers Market

Ocala Downtown Farmers Market

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

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 market recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more information.

Garden Groupies: Camellias

Grumbles House Antiques & Garden Shop 20799 Walnut St, Dunnellon, Florida

Master gardener and camellia grower Sally Layendecker gives growing tips and advice about these hardy plants. The event is free to attend and the garden shop will have camellias for sale. For more information, visit grumbleshouseantiques.com/events

The Spitfire Grill: From Screen to Stage

Ocala's Marion Theatre 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

Thirsty Cobbler, Ivy on the Square, ending at Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave., Ocala - A VIP reception with a special cocktail, an hors d’oeuvres buffet and then a screening of the award-winning movie “The Spitfire Grill” takes place to honor the Ocala Civic Theatre’s upcoming live stage performances. The play’s cast will be attending […]

“A Cracker at the Ritz”

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

The two-act social satire skewers Florida living when Earlene, a true Florida cracker, rants, raves and sings about living in this crazy state. Tickets are $35. See reillyartscenter.com for more information.

Event Series World’s Greatest Baby Shower

World’s Greatest Baby Shower

Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, Florida

Two sessions of the baby shower will offer gifts, attention and education with experts covering everything from pregnancy to how to care for an infant. With games, a scavenger hunt, prizes and more, the event is free to attend and open to expecting parents or those with a child under 12 months. For more information, […]

Event Series World’s Greatest Baby Shower

World’s Greatest Baby Shower

Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, Florida

Two sessions of the baby shower will offer gifts, attention and education with experts covering everything from pregnancy to how to care for an infant. With games, a scavenger hunt, prizes and more, the event is free to attend and open to expecting parents or those with a child under 12 months. For more information, […]

Mid-Florida Tractor Pull

Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 N Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL, United States

See the big engines hauling big stuff at this tractor pull. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 7-14; kids under 6 are free. Tickets are sold in person only and are available at K&K Truck and Trailer Parts, 2031 NW 4th Ave.

Event Series Ocala Farmers Market

Ocala Downtown Farmers Market

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

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 market recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more information.