• Light Up Ocala

    Downtown Ocala S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

    Light Up Ocala is a longstanding community tradition to kick off the holidays that attracts thousands to downtown Ocala. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the holiday merry making event! Light Up Ocala will have over 100 vendors including crafts, art and plenty of food options to choose from! Live entertainment will fill the […]

  • Holiday Arts & Crafts Show – The Retreat at Silver Springs

    The Retreat at Silver Springs 6455 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs

    The Retreat at Silver Springs warmly invites you to our Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair on December 5–6. This festive two-day event celebrates local creativity and the magic of the season, bringing together artisans, makers, families, and community members in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.

  • First Friday Art Walk

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

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • The Joint Chiropractic – Ocala is offering a limited-time 5-Plus-1 Wellness Promo!

    The Joint Chiropractic 2701 SW College Rd., Suite 107, Ocala, FL, United States

    The Joint Chiropractic – Ocala is offering a limited-time 5-Plus-1 Wellness Promo! For a short time only, you can buy 5 months of routine chiropractic care and get 1 month free* — that’s 6 full months for the price of 5. Whether you’re dealing with back pain, neck tension, headaches, or simply want to maintain […]

  • Ocala/Marion County Braver Angels Alliance Workshop

    Marion County Public Library Headquarters 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

    Ocala/Marion County Braver Angels Alliance Workshop Strengthening democracy by reducing polarization through structured conversations & workshops so together helps understand opposing views, find common ground, and build "civic friendships". Wednesday, December 17, 5:30 pm, at the Marion County Public Library, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala Visit us online at: https://braverangels.org/

  • First Friday Art Walk

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

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • Marion County MLK 2026 Ocala FL Historic March

    Webb Field at Martin Luther King Recreation Complex 1501 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

    The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Commemorative Commission hosts a march in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and in support of Dr. King’s legacy against injustice and inequality. Participants will first arrive at the MLK Recreational Complex with shuttles to downtown. Line up begins at 8am, with the march to the MLK Recreational […]

  • Ocala/Marion County Braver Angels Alliance

    Marion County Public Library Headquarters 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

    Marion County Braver Angels-strengthen our democracy through depolarization and courageous citizenship. Meeting on Thursday, January 22, 5:30 pm, Marion County Public Library, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. To learn more, go to braverangels.org or email [email protected] https://www.ocalagazette.com/braver-angels-to-meet-jan-22/

  • CF International Film Series: “Harry Benson: Shoot First”

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

    As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of “Harry Benson: Shoot First.” (NR, USA, 2016, 1 h 27 m) This documentary profiles famed photographer Harry Benson (b. 1929), who has captured iconic portraits of celebrities and notable figures including Winston Churchill, Michael Jackson, Muhammad Ali and Dr. Martin Luther […]

  • The 2nd Annual Raney’s Road to Wishes Truck Show

    Raney's Chrome Shop 3030 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

    The 2nd Annual Raney's Road to Wishes Truck Show is a free, family-friendly, two-day event on February 6–7, 2026, at 3030 W Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala, FL. It features customized semi-trucks, food trucks, a Friday night light show, and live music, aiming to raise $90,000 for Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida.

  • First Friday Art Walk

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

    First Friday Art Walk, over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants.

  • The 2nd Annual Raney’s Road to Wishes Truck Show

    Raney's Chrome Shop 3030 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

    The 2nd Annual Raney's Road to Wishes Truck Show is a free, family-friendly, two-day event on February 6–7, 2026, at 3030 W Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala, FL. It features customized semi-trucks, food trucks, a Friday night light show, and live music, aiming to raise $90,000 for Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida.

  • Free First Saturday – Appleton Museum of Art

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

    Visit the Appleton on February 7 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking activities in the Artspace.

  • Brick City Bluegrass Festival

    Citizens' CIrcle 151 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

    Third annual Brick City Bluegrass Festival in beautiful downtown Ocala, Florida! This family-friendly outdoor music festival features dynamic bluegrass bands including nationally recognized artists, creating an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all ages.

  • Love, Bites, & Beats

    The Town Square OTOW 8413 SW 80th St., Ocala, Florida

    Love, Bites, & Beats Enjoy live music, dancing, food trucks, sweet treats, flowers, and awe-inspiring entertainment.

  • Girls’ Night Out

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

    Get ready to celebrate love, laughter, and all things sweet at our Galentine’s Girls Night Out — hosted by GNO Events at the Ocala Downtown Market!

  • Ocala/Marion County Braver Angels Alliance

    Marion County Public Library Headquarters 2720 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL

    The Marion County Braver Angels alliance encourages courageous citizenship by facilitating conversations across the political divide. At our meeting next week, we will conduct a community forum on the effect of kratom on our community.

  • SILVER RIVER KNAP-IN • Stone Tool Making & Prehistoric Arts Festival

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

    Don’t miss the 15th annual Silver River Prehistoric Arts Festival at the beautiful Silver Springs State Park in Ocala, Florida. Expert flint knappers (people who make stone tools such as spear points), archaeologists, shell carvers, potters, hide tanners, bow makers, dugout canoe carvers and other specialists in native skills will gather from across the U.S. […]

  • Tuscawilla Sculpture Stroll

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

    Come celebrate the ten, newly installed sculptures from the 2026-2027 Ocala Outdoor Sculpture Competition at the Tuscawilla Sculpture Stroll! This is a FREE event open to the public.

  • SILVER RIVER KNAP-IN • Stone Tool Making & Prehistoric Arts Festival

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

    Don’t miss the 15th annual Silver River Prehistoric Arts Festival at the beautiful Silver Springs State Park in Ocala, Florida. Expert flint knappers (people who make stone tools such as spear points), archaeologists, shell carvers, potters, hide tanners, bow makers, dugout canoe carvers and other specialists in native skills will gather from across the U.S. […]

  • Dance Alive National Ballet presents Swan Lake

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

    The most beautiful ballet of all time! SWAN LAKE is the story of a Prince whose fiancée has been transformed into a swan by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart.