Olde-Fashioned Picnic & Cruise-In
Joy Lutheran Church 7045 SW 83rd Place, Ocala, FloridaThis annual picnic and car show will have kids’ activities, live music, face painting and picnic food. Free to attend. See joylcocala.org for more info.
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Financial Empowerment Event
Howard Academy Community Center 306 NW 7th Ave., Ocala, FloridaFree information about action steps to own a home, improve a credit score, get more from financial institutions, leaving a financial legacy, talking to your children about saving and more. […]
Water Conservation Workshop
Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place 1812 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala, FloridaThe city of Ocala is offering tips on saving water, plus a free EyeOnWater app to help keep an eye on consumption. Bring a smartphone, laptop and account number. Free […]
Makin’ Bacon Festival
Heritage Park - Williston NW 1st Ave., Williston, FloridaVendors, bacon-eating contest, best bacon dish competition and music by Ken Apperson. Free admission.
The Mudds
The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLMiguel Miranda
Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, FloridaTribute to Coldplay
Ocala's Marion Theatre 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL, United StatesSinger Kristopher James honors the band Coldplay. Tickets are $15-$25 from reillyartscenter.com
Kenna Dee
Bank Street Patio Bar 120 E Fort King St, Ocala, FloridaJohn Johnson
Crazy Cucumber - Market Street at Heath Brook 4414 SW College Road, Ocala, FloridaOcala Youth Symphony Orchestra Concert
First Christian Church 1908 E. Fort King St., Ocala, FloridaThis youth orchestra helps develop young musicians and encourages study and performance to enhance players’ skills. Free to attend; donations gratefully accepted. For more info, see ocalayouthsymphony.org
OTOW Lions Club Casino Night
Circle Square Cultural Center 8395 SW 80th St., Ocala, FL, United StatesWith games like craps, roulette, blackjack and Texas Hold ‘em, this fundraiser includes snacks, a 50/50 raffle, basket raffles and more. Proceeds benefit children’s and veteran’s causes. Tickets are $40 […]
Derby Day Jackpot Cattle Show
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, United StatesThe finest heifers and bulls from all over the U.S. will be shown in a variety of classes. Onsite food options available. See flhorsepark.com for more info.
Derby Days Barrel Race Show
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 N Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL, United StatesFriday/Saturday 8am-7pm; Sunday 9am-last race - Multiple races with great prizes and exciting action. Saturday afternoon will have a break to watch the Kentucky Derby.
Arabian and Half-Arabian Horse Show
World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL8am-9pm; tours 11am & 2pm Friday-Sunday - The Region 12 Arabian Horse Association will hold its championship show and, on May 5-7, Tail Tours will offer guided tours at 11am and […]
City of Ocala Parking Garage
City of Ocala Parking Garage 296 Broadway St., Ocala, FloridaThe garage will have partial closures for maintenance, deep cleaning and re-striping.
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
Senior Learners Summer Kickoff Party
The College of Central Florida 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, United StatesBldg. 20, Room 107 - Chance to meet instructors and find out about upcoming classes in subjects such as history, art, health, travel, music and more. For more info, seniorlearners.org […]
Healthy Harts Fit Camp
Transitions Life Center 3360 NW Gainesville Road, Ocala, FloridaAn hour of fun and fitness, this Cinco de Mayo celebration is open to all ages and abilities. Donations to TLC, which offers support, education and services for those with […]
Courtyard Jams
MCA Courtyard 23 W Broadway St., Ocala, FloridaCinco de Mayo party w/DJ Elijah Preuss
Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, FloridaBig Bad Duo
The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLFirst Friday Art Walk
Ocala Downtown Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United StatesThe last Art Walk of the season features artists, entertainers and crafters. Food and drink are available from restaurants and vendors. Free to attend. For more info, ocalafl.org
Live Stream
Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United StatesLevitt Amp Music Series
Webb Field at Martin Luther King Recreation Complex 1501 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis series of free weekly concerts is sponsored by the city of Ocala and Marion Cultural Alliance and includes a variety of musical genres. Bring chairs or blankets. Vendors onsite. […]
Garden Show and Spring Festival
Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens 4990 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL, United StatesSaturday, 9:30am-5pm; Sunday 9:30am-4pm - Dozens of plant vendors, food trucks and live music throughout the day. The $10 admission includes a self-guided tour of this botanical paradise. For more info, […]
Stride Dressage Show
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, United StatesVarious levels of classes are slated, including traditional, driving and Western dressage. Visit flhorsepark.org for details.
Brown’s Junk in the Trunk Sale & Dog Adoption Event
Brown's Country Market 13940 US-301, Oxford, FloridaHundreds of booth sellers plus dogs from the Marion County Animal Services, ready for their fur-ever homes. See animalservices.marionfl.org
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 […]
Beers & Bands Festival
Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, FloridaCam Wheaton Band, Houston Keen Band and Cliff Dorsey
Kingdom of the Sun Spring Concerts
Marion Technical Institute 1614 SE Fort King Street, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis volunteer concert band performs in a variety of musical genres from classical, pop, show tunes and patriotic tributes. Concerts are free and open to the public; donations accepted. For […]
Tea in the Fort
Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 E. Fort King Street, Ocala, FL, United StatesLearn about pioneer life in Florida during the Seminole Wars, stroll the walking paths and have High Tea with finger foods and treats. $10 per person; registration in advance required […]
Kentucky Derby Hat Party
World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLThe party takes place on the terrace at the Equestrian Hotel and includes food stations, an open bar, dessert and a bottle of bourbon, plus a Jumbotron view of the […]
Kentucky Derby Viewing Party
World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLThis free viewing party takes place in the Grand Arena and offers food options from restaurants plus pop-up food court servings. Cocktails available at cash bars. Free attendance and parking. […]
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.
Salsa Night at the Square
Downtown Ocala Square 1 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis free night of dance celebrates Latin culture and features local teachers, DJ Ocho and food trucks. Musical styles will include salsa, bachata, merengue and reggaeton.
Magnolia Art Xchange Art Heist
Magnolia Art Xchange 531 NE 1 Ave, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis annual fundraiser supports the MAX mission of creating a resource hub for artists, educators and art lovers. Guests can purchase tickets in a prize drawing and those with a […]
One Flight Up
Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United StatesDoug Adams
Charlie Horse 2426 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United StatesKingdom of the Sun Spring Concerts
Marion Technical Institute 1614 SE Fort King Street, Ocala, FL, United StatesThis volunteer concert band performs in a variety of musical genres from classical, pop, show tunes and patriotic tributes. Concerts are free and open to the public; donations accepted. For […]
Ecliff Farrar
The Yellow Pony at The World Equestrian Center 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FLMarion 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 […]
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 […]
City of Ocala Planning & Zoning Meeting
City Hall - Ocala 110 SE Watula Ave, Ocala, FloridaMeets the second Monday of the month; agendas, minutes and video available from ocala.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
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 […]
Belleview Planning & Zoning Board
City Hall - Belleview 5343 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL, United StatesMeets the second Tuesday of the month; Belleview agendas, minutes and video available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
City of Belleview Planning & Zoning Board
City Hall - Belleview 5343 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL, United StatesMeets the second Tuesday of the month; Belleview agendas, minutes and video available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes
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 […]
City of Dunnellon City Council Meeting
City Hall - Dunnellon 20750 River Dr, Dunnellon, FloridaNormally meets the second Wednesday of the month; Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video available at Dunnellon.org/89/Agendas-Minutes
