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.
Neuter Commuter
See websiteMarion County Animal Services offers weekly neutering services with options for low-income households. The fees include the animal's surgical sterilization, rabies vaccination, county license and microchip. Pet drop-off is 9am […]
Free Parenting Workshops
Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, FloridaThese workshops from the Early Learning Coalition will focus on early childhood development. Resources provided, along with childcare and dinner. Register at bit.ly/42jvvZg
Jeff Jarrett
The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLNorth Marion Historical Research Society Meeting
McIntosh Christian Church 5845 Avenue E, McIntosh, FloridaThe group was formed to help find, document, preserve and share the history of North Marion County. For more info, bit.ly/3OgHtPD
Neuter Commuter
See websiteMarion County Animal Services offers weekly neutering services with options for low-income households. The fees include the animal's surgical sterilization, rabies vaccination, county license and microchip. Pet drop-off is 9am […]
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.
Friday Foodie Fest
Lake Lillian Park Robinson Road north of SE Hames Road, Belleview, FloridaFood trucks, live music, kids’ crafts and activities, face painting and local vendors. Held the fourth Friday of each month. For more info, see ocalamarion.com or belleviewfl.org
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
“Summer Spotlight XXVI” Opening Reception
CF Webber Gallery 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, FloridaThe Visual Artists’ Society presents Summer Spotlight XXVI, a showcase of local and regional works in a wide variety of mediums. The society is made up of professional and amateur […]
Courtyard Jams
MCA Courtyard 23 W Broadway St., Ocala, FloridaMiranda Madison
The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLMark Outland
Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, Florida36th Annual Sunshine State Mopar Car Show
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, United StatesWelcome festivities take place on Friday and judging starts at noon on Saturday. Vendors with car items, arts and crafts, food and more; along with a Herb McCandless car clinic […]
Fareeza
Crazy Cucumber - Market Street at Heath Brook 4414 SW College Road, Ocala, FloridaBag 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 […]