Bag O Bones
Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United StatesThe Rocket Man Show: Tribute to Elton John
Reilly Arts Center 500 NE 9th St., Ocala, FL, United StatesThis tribute show by Rus Anderson focuses on young Elton John and the costumes, antics and music. Tickets are $25-$85 from reillyartscenter.com
Kenna Dee
The Keep 36 SW 1st Ave, Ocala, FloridaMejor Sola Que Mal Acompañad (Better Alone Than in Bad Company)
Ocala's Marion Theatre 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis play tells the tale of a convention organized for women with bad love lives but the “expert” speakers who come to talk need more help than the attendees. The […]
Florida Black Bears
Scott Springs Park 2825 SW 24th Ave, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis is part of the free Programs in the Park series and will feature the Bear Mystery Box to enhance learning.
Ocala Farmers Market
Ocala Downtown Market 310 SE 3rd St, Ocala, FL, United StatesVendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. Rain […]
Farmers Swap Meet
Rural King 2999 NW 10th St, Ocala, FL, United StatesA true farmers market 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 types […]
Memorial Day Weekend Car Show
Highland Memorial Park 1515 NE 3rd Street, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis celebration of veterans includes a tribute and guest speaker Howard Mautner, a 99-year-old WWII veteran. Food trucks and DJ music. Free to attend. For more info, bit.ly/3W6Vb9T
Back to the ‘90s Music Festival
Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, FloridaStep back in time and enjoy live music from Never Say Never and the Clueless ‘90s dance party. Free to attend; food and drink options onsite. For more info, homesteadparks.com
Ocala Tiki Fest
Citizens' CIrcle 151 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis luau for ages 21+ features music by the Mermers and Propaganjah, fire dancers, artists and vendors, food trucks and rum samples. Tickets are $20-$75 from bit.ly/3pO1WRR.
The Mudds
The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLBrandon Dull
Crazy Cucumber - Market Street at Heath Brook 4414 SW College Road, Ocala, FloridaRock City Misfit
Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United StatesPack Walk
Silver Springs State Park 1425 NE 58th Ave,, Ocala, FL, United StatesHelp Marion County Animal Shelter dogs get out and about. Park entry is $2. Recurs monthly on the fourth Sunday. For more info, animalservices.manrionfl.org
John Johnson
Crazy Cucumber - Market Street at Heath Brook 4414 SW College Road, Ocala, FloridaMarion County Development Review Committee
Office of the County Engineer 412 SE 25th Ave, Ocala, FloridaThe 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. The committee meets weekly […]
Painting for Veterans
Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, FloridaThese free art workshops will be held on Wednesdays for veterans. Hosted by the Arts in Health Ocala Metro group and veteran Aaron Thomas. Supplies are included. Register at ocalafl.gov/recpark
OTOW Farmers Market
The Town Square at Circle Square Commons 8405 SW 8th St, Ocala, FLLarge 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.
Angie Hammock Barrel Race Show
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 N Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL, United StatesMultiple races with great prizes and exciting action. For more info, see selp.marionfl.org
Market of Marion
Market of Marion 12888 SE US Highway 441, Belleview, FloridaA classic farmer’s market plus lots of vendor shops for all kinds of goodies. Fruits, vegetables, critters, jewelry, soaps, handcrafted items and more. Open every weekend, with monthly special events […]
Chess Club at Freedom Library
Freedom Public Library 5870 SW 95th St, Ocala, FL, United StatesMeets weekly on Fridays; new members welcome. Bring your own chess set. For more info, call Walt Lamp at (352) 854-9378.
Kiwanis Club of Ocala
Knights of Columbus Building at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church 1510 SE 3rd Ave., Ocala, FloridaMeets weekly on Fridays. Supports Camp Kiwanis, children’s literacy and Habitat for Humanity. More info at ocalakiwanis.org
Twilight Cruisers of Belleview Car Show
Kent Furniture Center 10651 SE US-441, Belleview, FloridaThis free car show/cruise-in promotes the “classic autos of yesterday” and accepts food donations for Interfaith Emergency Services. Recurs the first Saturday of each month. See twilightcruisersflorida.com for info.
Courtyard Jams
MCA Courtyard 23 W Broadway St., Ocala, FloridaOcala Farmers Market
Ocala Downtown Market 310 SE 3rd St, Ocala, FL, United StatesVendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. Rain […]
Farmers Swap Meet
Rural King 2999 NW 10th St, Ocala, FL, United StatesA true farmers market 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 types […]
Pet-Palooza
World Equestrian Center - Expo Center 2 1750 NW 80th Ave., Ocala, FloridaPet parades, costume contests, agility courses, animal encounters, education sessions, vendor booths and more. General admission is $10; $9 for seniors and free ages 12 and younger. For more info, […]
Twilight Cruisers of Belleview Car Show
Kent Furniture Center 10651 SE US-441, Belleview, FloridaA free car show/cruise-in that promotes the “classic autos of yesterday” and accepts food donations for charities. Recurs the first Saturday of each month. See twilightcruisersflorida.com for info.
Summer Sunset Polo
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, United StatesFree to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
The Big Bad
Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, FloridaRetro Express
The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLJuneteenth Celebration Dinner Dance
One Health Center 1714 SW 17th St,, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis fundraiser is presented by R.A.M.A.L. Educational and Social Services and includes live entertainment, a DJ, dinner, dancing, vendors, a silent auction and raffles. Tickets are $50 from bit.ly/44oSCDX. For […]
Big Rascal
Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United StatesStreetlife Serenader, tribute to Billy Joel
Reilly Arts Center 500 NE 9th St., Ocala, FL, United StatesThe best of Billy Joel performed by the Streetlife Serenader band and featuring Joel’s biggest hits from the ‘70s and ‘80s. Tickets are $25-$40. See reillyartscenter.com for more info.
Mounted Drill Team Show
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, United StatesTeams of horses and rider compete in choreographed patterns, sometimes at top speed. Teams are judged on execution, spacing, timing, alignment, originality, coordination, difficulty, speed, horsemanship, music and crowd appeal. […]
Discover Summer Camps-Florida Wildlife
Discovery Center 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL, United StatesTimes vary, check website - The start of the city of Ocala’s summer day camps kicks off with a focus on Florida wildlife. At the E.D. Croskey Recreation Center, camps are […]
Marion County Development Review Committee
Office of the County Engineer 412 SE 25th Ave, Ocala, FloridaThe 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. The committee meets weekly […]
Medicare Fraud Prevention Seminar
Online OnlineThe SHINE team hosts this free online educational webinar. Register at bit.ly/42thyIQ or see agingresources.org for more info.
Belleview City Commission Meeting
City Hall - Belleview 5343 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL, United StatesMeets the first and third Tuesdays; Belleview agendas, minutes and video available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
Marion County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
McPherson Governmental Campus Auditorium 601 SE 25th Ave., Ocala, FL, United States9am & 2pm - Meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. The Planning & Zoning portion is scheduled for the 2pm meeting. Agendas are usually posted the Thursday […]
City of Ocala City Council Meeting
City Hall - Ocala 110 SE Watula Ave, Ocala, FloridaMeets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Agendas are usually posted the Thursday prior; agendas, minutes and video available from ocala.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Belleview City Commission Meeting
City Hall - Belleview 5343 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL, United StatesMeets the first and third Tuesdays; Belleview agendas, minutes and video available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
Summer Kid’s Film Series
Times vary, check website - More movies! The series runs through Aug. 2. Kids age 12 and under can enjoy movies for just $5 (includes juice, popcorn and fruit snacks). Upcoming […]
Kids Summer Show Series
Times vary, check website - Even more movies for the small humans. With titles like “Paw of Fury: The Legend of Hank,” “DC League of Super-Pets,” “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” […]
Wildlife Wednesdays
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 E. Fort King Street, Ocala, FL, United StatesJoin park staff for this educational presentation and hike at the fort. This month’s talks are focused on bears (June 7); snakes (June 14); frogs and toads (June 21) and […]
Noah Hunton
The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLBlues Jam
Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United StatesPainting for Veterans
Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, FloridaThese free art workshops will be held on Wednesdays for veterans. Hosted by the Arts in Health Ocala Metro group and veteran Aaron Thomas. Supplies are included. Register at ocalafl.gov/recpark
OTOW Farmers Market
The Town Square at Circle Square Commons 8405 SW 8th St, Ocala, FLLarge 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.