Blessed Be the Birds

Clerk's Office 110 SE Watula Ave., Ocala, Florida

Mon-Fri; 8am-5pm - Part of the Art in City Spaces program, Courtney Kravig-McGuire is a local artist with a special interest in showing the connection between nature and spirituality in […]

Long Legs & Fragility by Cara Van Leuven

City Hall - Ocala 110 SE Watula Ave, Ocala, Florida

Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm - Van Leuven paints horses full-time and uses her experience as a carriage driver for inspiration. Free to the public during business hours. For more info, see ocalafl.org/artincityspaces

Big & Bold

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

Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 12pm-5pm - The museum goes big with large pieces of art in this collection, including historical, modern and contemporary art pieces. Works include a 10’ x 4’ […]

Paper Thin & Shadow Deep

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

Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 12pm-5pm - The artworks from Hiromi Mizugai Moneyhun are three-dimensional cut paper pieces that feel both lighthearted and alive. Moneyhun’s style combines traditional Japanese art forms along […]

Focus on the Essence

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

Tues-Sat; 10am-5pm; Sunday 12pm-5pm - The photography of Anne Noggle came from a donation to the museum and highlights self-portraits and those of her friends and family. Her photos are […]

Revolutionized Textile & Fiber

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

Daily when center is open - Artist Ingrid Humphrey, a native Floridian, has her handmade dolls and tapestries on exhibit, which portray the sisterhood of women of color all over […]

Marion County Fair

I-75 Flea Market 4121 NW 44th Ave, Ocala, Florida

Hours vary, check website - This year’s event offers carnival rides, food, magic shows, petting zoo, music and an alligator show. Wristband package for $35 for unlimited rides or single tickets […]

Southeastern Youth Fair

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

Hours vary - See farm animals, rodeo competitions, exhibitions and more at this annual youth fair, which helps educate people, especially youth, about agriculture. Free for spectators. Contact seyfair@gmail.com for more […]

Yoga in the Park

Sholom Park 7110 SW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

Sholom Park hosts free yoga classes for all at the stage area; recurs every Saturday morning. Visit sholompark.org for details.

Farmers Swap Meet

Rural King 2999 NW 10th St, Ocala, FL, United States

A true farmers swap meet 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 […]

Gnome & Fairy Festival

Sholom Park 7110 SW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

This annual festival kicks off spring with a magical assortment of entertainment for kids of all ages. Music this year is from the O’Possums and the Irish Echoes. Trek into […]

Cali McCord

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

Dinner, drinks and entertainment.

Jack Kite

Live music, DJ Bingo, trivia games and karaoke.

Pack Walk

Silver Springs State Park 1425 NE 58th Ave,, Ocala, FL, United States

Eat a good breakfast, dust off those walking shoes, and join Marion County Animal Services for a ranger-led walk through beautiful Silver Springs State Park! You can help to enrich […]

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Ocala Polo Club Winter Games

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

Polo matches takes place every Sunday through March. Bring chairs, blankets and snacks. Tents are available for rent. Decorate your tent/tailgate area, and you might win a prize. Leashed dogs […]

John Johnson

Crazy Cucumber - Market Street at Heath Brook 4414 SW College Road, Ocala, Florida

Live acoustic music, food and drink.

Houston Keen

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

Live music, DJ Bingo, trivia games and karaoke.

Marion County Development Review Committee

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

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

Marion County Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

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

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

Aerial Dream Views of Land and Sea

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

Airport hours - Part of the Art in City Spaces program, artist Maggie Weakly shares her ocean-themed collection. Free to the public. Visit ocalafl.org/artincityspaces

Transportation Planning Organization

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

Meets fourth Tuesday of the month and covers Belleview, Dunnellon, Ocala and Marion County.

Ira Holmes International Film Series: “Neptune Frost”

College of Central Florida, Bldg. 8, Room 110 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, Florida

This movie has been touted as a “sci-fi punk musical” and set in near-future Burundi. An intersex runaway and miner form a computer hacker collective and fall in love during […]

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 […]

Palomino Blonde

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

Ocala RV Show

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

If hitting the road in an RV is on your to-do list, check out the variety of RVs and accessories at this show. Admission is $5. More info at flhorsepark.com

OTOW 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, United States

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

Mark Smythe

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

Marion County Friday Market

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

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

Horsemanship Simplified: Wild Horse Tamings

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

Mustang taming sessions will show elements of Parelli Natural Horsemanship methods while working with wild horses. Morning and afternoon sessions. Tickets start at $180; see worldequestriancenter.com for more info.

All for the Horses Expo

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

Held in conjunction with the 2023 Winter Spectacular Show Series, vendors from all aspects of the equine industry will show wares. Free for the public. See worldequestriancenter.com for more info.

Chess Club at Freedom Library

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

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

First Friday Art Walk

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

The monthly event features artists, performers and craftspeople, food and snacks, plus live entertainment. Stores are open late for shopping. Free to attend. For more info, ocalafl.org

Courtyard Jams

MCA Courtyard 23 W Broadway St., Ocala, Florida

Music, dancing, drumming, poetry and limbo. Free to all, Friday nights weekly.

Conrad Marcum

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

Reggie Stacy

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

The Return of the Global Jazz Collective

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

This renowned group includes UF Director of Jazz Studies Scott Wilson and the UF Director of Music Business and Entrepreneurship Jose Valentino. The group showcases a combination of jazz, funk […]

Yoga in the Park

Sholom Park 7110 SW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

Free yoga classes at the stage area; recurs every Saturday morning. Visit sholompark.org for details.

Ocala Farmers Market

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

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, United States

A true farmers swap meet 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 […]

Engineering Day at the Discovery Center

Discovery Center 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

Kids ages 5 to 15 are encouraged to jump into engineering by planning and building an engineering project in this educational workshop hosted by the Ocala Electric Utility and the […]

Florida SpringsFest

Silver Springs State Park 1425 NE 58th Ave,, Ocala, FL, United States

For a fun day out in nature, trek out and enjoy educational exhibits and learn about history, science and sustainability. Live music and food trucks. Admission is $2 and gives […]

The Art of Lisa Russo Masquerade Soiree

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

This celebration includes viewing of new works from artist Lisa Russo, along with live music from Limestone and James Lattin, catered hors d’oeuvres and wine options. Masks and evening wear […]

The Mudds

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

Ecliff Farrar

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

Ocala Polo Club Winter Games

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

Free polo matches takes place every Sunday through March. Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks. Tents are available for rent. Decorate your tent/tailgate area and you might win a prize. […]