A Floral Retrospective by Gregory Dirr

Ocala City Hall 151 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL

Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm - Boca Raton artist Gregory Dirr emphasizes environmental conservation in his interdisciplinary artworks. Using paint, multi-media resources, fabric and glass, Dirr’s works is a response to the world […]

Colorful Pleasures by Christine Dozier

Ocala International Airport 5770 SW 60th Ave., Ocala, Florida

Hours vary per airport operations - Ocala resident Dozier exhibits a variety of work including landscapes, abstracts, still life and animal portraits. She works in oils and acrylics and studied […]

BLOW UP II: Inflatable Contemporary Art

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

This zippy exhibition shows off the whimsical and fun artwork made of inflatables. Eight internationally renowned artists have work on display. For more info, appletonmuseum.org

A Dickens Christmas: The Urban Family’s Holiday Exhibition

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

Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 12pm-5pm - The Urban family’s premiere collection of Christmas decorations includes beautiful trees, the popular miniature Dickens Village, plus nutcrackers, handmade caroler dolls and Santa dolls. A […]

Looking on the Brighter Side by Jennifer Weigel

Ocala Recreation and Parks 828 NE 8th Ave, Ocala, FL

Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm - Weigel’s multi-media artwork includes drawings, fibers, installation, paint, video and more to explore themes of beauty, identity and memory. For more info, ocalafl.org/artincityspaces

Christmas Light Spectacular

Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL

This is a drive-thru show. Ticket prices are per carload and also include kids’ activities, live music, train ride, slides and inflatables and a visit with Santa. Food trucks will […]

HITS Ocala Holiday Premiere Horse Show

HITS Post Time Farm 13710 US Highway 27, Ocala, FL

A hunter-jumper show culminates in a Grand Prix on Sunday with a $25,000 grand prize. Classes for youth riders, re-trained thoroughbreds, adult amateur riders and more. See hitsshows.com/Ocala for more […]

Winter Wonderland

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

Thursday through Sunday nights at the Grand Plaza. Holiday décor, carolers, balloon artists, face painting, live entertainment and the chance to meet Santa. Note: this is a paid parking event […]

Pops! Goes the Holidays

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

Saturday 7:30pm; Sunday 3pm - For festive music, the Ocala Symphony Orchestra’s holiday concert is an Ocala tradition and sells out every year. Tickets are $15-$40; see reillyartscenter.com for more info.

First Saturdays Market in the Park

Ernie Mills Park Bostick St, Dunnellon, FL

A variety of vendors set up their booths at Ernie Mills Park. Many Dunnellon stores also offer Saturday Specials and you can pick up a map of other participating merchants.

Yoga in the Park

Sholom Park 7110 SW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL

Stretch out by the Sholom Park stage; recurs every Saturday morning. Visit sholompark.org for details.

Ocala Farmers Market

A variety of vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Check out some local food trucks and the […]

Farmers Swap Meet

Rural King 2999 NW 10th St, Ocala, FL

A true farmers swap meet where chickens, ducks, quail, goats, turkeys, rabbits and sometimes even ponies are available along with horse tack, home-grown plants, produce and hand-crafted items. Booth types […]

NAACP Taste of Soul Marion

One Health Center 1714 SW 17th St,, Ocala, FL

A festive afternoon of food tastes and tidbits of Marion County’s restaurants, food truck vendors, wine and more. Tickets are $30 from http://bit.ly/3tLMi8n

Light Up Lake Lillian

Lake Lillian Park Robinson Road north of SE Hames Road, Belleview, Florida

Check out vendor booths, arts and crafts, kids’ activities and more. Food options available. Bring chairs and watch the lake light up in this annual holiday tradition. For more details, […]

Santa at the Park

Ernie Mills Park Bostick St, Dunnellon, FL

A celebration of Santa as he visits the park, along with a bounce house, ice skating, food, entertainment and more. For more info, dunnellonchamber.com

Dunnellon Christmas Parade

Dunnellon Middle School 21005 Chestnut St., Dunnellon, FL

The theme is “Christmas Across the Decades” and the parade starts at the middle school then moves east and south to end on San Jose Boulevard. For more info, dunnellonchamber.com

Ocala Holiday Grinch Festival

Tuscawilla Art Park 213 Northeast 5th Street, Ocala, FL

This holiday craft show offers local artists and vendors. Free admission for all. More info from Jason or Abby Hurwitz at (561) 929-0237.

Winter Polo Games

Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL

The Ocala Polo Club revs up the horsepower with their winter season start for Sunday afternoon matches through March. Free to the public. You can tailgate next to the polo […]

Belleview Christmas Parade

Lake Lillian Park Robinson Road north of SE Hames Road, Belleview, Florida

This year's parade route starts at Lake Lillian and Robinson Road and ends at 110th Street. Vendor booths and more. For more info, belleviewchristmasparade.com.

Marion Civic Chorale Concert

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

Free admission for all for this Christmas concert performed by our community chorus. Donations welcomed to help fund the Grat L. Rosazza music scholarship. For more info, marionchorale.org

Marion County Development Review Committee

Office of the County Engineer 412 SE 25th Ave, Ocala, Florida

The first step for projects, the committee reviews and votes on waiver requests to the Land Development Code, major site plans, and subdivision plans. Meets weekly on Mondays; agendas are […]

Marion County Board of County Commissioners Meeting

McPherson Governmental Campus Auditorium 601 SE 25th Ave., Ocala, FL

Meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Agendas are usually posted the Thursday prior. Agendas, minutes and video available at marionfl.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Marion County Board of County Commissioners Planning & Zoning Meeting

McPherson Governmental Campus Auditorium 601 SE 25th Ave., Ocala, FL

Meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month after the regular morning meeting. Agendas are usually posted the Thursday prior. Agendas, minutes and video available at marionfl.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Santa on the Square

Downtown Ocala Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL

A special visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus and some holiday elves will make this a photo fest for families. The square is lighted for the holidays. There is free parking […]

City of Belleview City Commission Meeting

City Hall - Belleview 5343 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL

Meets the second and fourth Wednesdays; Belleview agendas, minutes and video available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes

VFW Wednesday Dinners

Angela S Santos VFW Post 4781 9401 SW 110th St., Ocala, Florida

The post offers weekly dinners for about $5-$7 with a variable menu. The dining room is open to the public, meals are prepped by VFW Auxiliary volunteers and proceeds benefit […]

Donny Sawyer

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

The Nutcracker Ballet

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

The Dance Alive National Ballet performs this holiday classic as Clara meets and saves the Nutcracker Prince and they make a musical journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets to […]

Farmers Market

The Town Square at Circle Square Commons 8405 SW 8th St, Ocala, FL

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.

Ocala Lions Club

Ocala Golf Club 3130 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

Meets weekly on Thursdays; newcomers welcome. The club supports vision health and diabetes prevention. More info at e-clubhouse.org/sites/ocalafl/

General Francis Marion Stamp Club meeting

Headquarters - Ocala Public Library 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

The club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month; newcomers welcome. For more info, elliotn27@aol.com.

Santa on the Square

Downtown Ocala Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL

A special visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus and some holiday elves will make this a photo fest for families. The square is lighted for the holidays. There is free parking […]

Gily & The Girl

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

Pac West Barrel Race Show

Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 N Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL

Multiple races with great prizes and exciting action. Free to spectators; food and drink options onsite. For more info, see selp.marionfl.org/home

Run for the Ribbons Thoroughbred Transformation Expo

Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL

Thoroughbred horses coming off the job need new careers and Run for the Ribbons is a charitable group helping to train and place these equine athletes. This show will feature […]

“Sleighin’ It: A Holiday Cabaret”

Ocala Civic Theatre 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

Friday and Saturday 7pm; Sunday 1:30 pm - Students from the theatre’s Creative Arts Student Troupe will perform on the OCT outdoor stage, slated as a festive cabaret to celebrate […]

Marion County Friday Market

McPherson Governmental Campus Field 601 SE 25th Ave, Ocala, FL

Shop locally fresh fruits and veggies, baked goods, jerky, freeze-dried treats, olive oils, seafood and more; recurs every Friday.

Chess Club at Freedom Library

Freedom Public Library 5870 SW 95th St, Ocala, FL

Meets weekly on Fridays; new members welcome. Please bring your own chess set. For more info, Walt Lamp at (352) 854-9378.

Kiwanis Club of Ocala

Knights of Columbus Building at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church 1510 SE 3rd Ave., Ocala, Florida

Meets weekly on Fridays. Supports Camp Kiwanis, children’s literacy and Habitat for Humanity. More info at ocalakiwanis.org/

Sunset Cinema: “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood”

Sholom Park 7110 SW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL

This charming film will entertain the whole family. Bring chairs or blankets and snacks and drinks or buy from the food truck onsite. Cost is $12 per vehicle for up […]

Conrad Marcum

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

Sad Donkey

Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, Florida

“Emmanuel, God with Us!”

Charles R. Dassance Fine Arts Center 3001 Southwest College Road, Ocala, FL

Saturday 2pm & 7pm; Sunday 2pm - The Light of Joy Ballet Company performs this classic dance. The performance is free to all; seating is first-come, first-served. More into at […]

Ocala 200 Lions Flea Market

Bank OZK 8375 SW State Road 200, Ocala, Florida

The club hosts multiple booths full of goods, along with food and drink for purchase. The club also welcomes donations of non-perishable food items for Interfaith Emergency Services, pop top […]