Martin Luther King Parade

Heritage Park - Williston NW 1st Ave., Williston, Florida

The parade will start at the Heritage Park pavilion adjacent to Williston City Hall and end at Cornelius Williams Park, with other activities. For further information, go to the MLK Celebration-Levy County page at fb.com/groups/335697230479047

“Caught Up in History and Captured on Film” by Randy Batista

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

Batista’s work focuses on Florida and Cuba, two places that had profound impact on the artist. This exhibit features club members of The Spanish Center of Tampa and their daily lives. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Ocala January Dressage

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

The high-stepping horses hit the arena with multiple levels and classes competing. The event is free to attend. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com

Perdue Barrel Race

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

This classic rodeo event features barrel racers, racing around three barrels without knocking any of them over. For more information, email mbrandonperdue@gmail.com

Event Series Ocala Farmers Market

Ocala Downtown Farmers Market

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

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. The market recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more information.

“Caught Up in History and Captured on Film” by Randy Batista

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

Batista’s work focuses on Florida and Cuba, two places that had profound impact on the artist. This exhibit features club members of The Spanish Center of Tampa and their daily lives. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

Garden Groupies: Camellias

Grumbles House Antiques & Garden Shop 20799 Walnut St, Dunnellon, Florida

Master gardener and camellia grower Sally Layendecker gives growing tips and advice about these hardy plants. The event is free to attend and the garden shop will have camellias for sale. For more information, visit grumbleshouseantiques.com/events

The Spitfire Grill: From Screen to Stage

Ocala's Marion Theatre 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

Thirsty Cobbler, Ivy on the Square, ending at Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave., Ocala - A VIP reception with a special cocktail, an hors d’oeuvres buffet and then a screening of the award-winning movie “The Spitfire Grill” takes place to honor the Ocala Civic Theatre’s upcoming live stage performances. The play’s cast will be attending […]

World’s Greatest Baby Shower

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

Two sessions of the baby shower will offer gifts, attention and education with experts covering everything from pregnancy to how to care for an infant. With games, a scavenger hunt, prizes and more, the event is free to attend and open to expecting parents or those with a child under 12 months. For more information, […]

World’s Greatest Baby Shower

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

Two sessions of the baby shower will offer gifts, attention and education with experts covering everything from pregnancy to how to care for an infant. With games, a scavenger hunt, prizes and more, the event is free to attend and open to expecting parents or those with a child under 12 months. For more information, […]

Mid-Florida Tractor Pull

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

See the big engines hauling big stuff at this tractor pull. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 7-14; kids under 6 are free. Tickets are sold in person only and are available at K&K Truck and Trailer Parts, 2031 NW 4th Ave.

Event Series Ocala Farmers Market

Ocala Downtown Farmers Market

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

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. The market recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more information.

Deadline to apply for Levitt Amp mural art

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The City of Ocala, in partnership with Marion Cultural Alliance, the Ocala Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission and Ocala Juneteenth Celebration Commission, invite local visual artists to apply to paint double-sided metal street panels (eight-feet tall by four-feet wide) live during the 2024 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series. It’s open to artists currently […]

Event Series Hunter/Jumper Show Series

Hunter/Jumper Show Series

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

This winter series continues its two months of hunter/jumper shows with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com

Event Series First Friday Art Walk

First Friday Art Walk

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

The season continues with artists, performers and craftspeople. The square’s main stage will host music and there will be other entertainment on city streets. Food and drink will be available from vendors and restaurants. The event is free to attend. For more info, visit ocalafl.gov

Event Series First Friday Art Walk

First Friday Art Walk

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

The season continues with artists, performers and craftspeople. The square’s main stage will host music and there will be other entertainment on city streets. Food and drink will be available from vendors and restaurants. The event is free to attend. For more info, visit ocalafl.gov

Event Series Ocala Farmers Market

Ocala Downtown Farmers Market

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

Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, fresh pasta, honey, jewelry, baked goodies, clothes, and arts and crafts. Check out local food trucks and the occasional guest entertainer. The market recurs every Saturday. Visit ocaladowntownmarket.com for more information.

Jim Stafford

Orange Blossom Opry 16439 SE 138th Ter., Weirsdale, Florida

Missouri-born entertainer singer/songwriter Jim Stafford returns with songs that feel a bit Florida-esque, with titles like “Spiders and Snakes” and “Swamp Witch.” The evening is also sure to include “My Girl Bill” and “Wildwood Weed.” Tickets are $27-$42. Check out obopry.com for more information.

Get Growing with Sheldon

Marion Oaks Public Library 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala, FL, United States

Master Gardener Sheldon Grant “dishes the dirt” on propagation and planting techniques that will inspire you for spring’s arrival. The event is free to all.

Dunnellon City Council Workshop

City Hall - Dunnellon 20750 River Dr, Dunnellon, Florida

Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video are available at dunnellon.org/government/agendas-minutes

African American Business in Marion County

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

This celebration of Black History Month highlights local Marion County African American businesses and their impact on the community. This is a free event with light refreshments.

Ocala City Council

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

The council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Ocala government agendas and minutes are available at ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx

Belleview City Commission

City Hall - Belleview 5343 SE Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL, United States

The commission meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. Belleview government agendas, minutes and video are available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 27

Herbert S. Coleman Center 2001 SE 32nd Ave, Ocala, Florida

The post’s auxiliary meets the first Tuesday of each month. For more information, contact Anna McCurry at (352) 895-8890.

Sunset Songs Series

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

The Ocala Recreation and Parks Department is hosting this live music series, this month featuring The Lee Boys, an African American sacred steel ensemble. The series will take place monthly on a Wednesday night and will be free to attend. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Visit ocalafl.gov/sunsetsongsseries for band listings and more information.

Chris McNeil

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

Heart & Music

The Brick City Center for the Arts 23 SW Broadway Street, Ocala, FL, United States

Thursday/Friday at 7:30pm; Saturday/Sunday at 2pm - The Ocala Civic Theatre presents a pre-Valentine’s celebration of love in this musical “with a saucy wink.” Songs include “Defying Gravity” from ‘Wicked,” “Agony” from “Into the Woods” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love” from “All Shook Up.” Reservations are strongly encouraged as seating is extremely limited. Tickets are […]

“The Spitfire Grill”

Ocala Civic Theatre 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States

This musical will be on stage Feb. 8-25 with 15 performances at various times. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for ages 18 and younger. Visit ocalacivictheatre.com for more information.

Event Series Tyke Hike in the Parks

Tyke Hike in the Parks

Scott Springs Park 2825 SW 24th Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

The topics and locations vary for these educational and fun series; this week is all about bees. Designed for kids ages 4 and younger, these hikes enrich and educate children about the environments in our city parks. Visit ocalafl.gov/recpark for details, dates and locations.

Grandview World Nights

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

An indoor show featuring the world’s biggest breeds of horses: Clydesdales, Belgians and Percherons, all showing off their fancy footwork and pulling beautiful carts and carriages. Tickets start at $35 and food vendors are onsite. Free parking is available around Arena 5 and Expo 2. For more information, visit grandviewworldnights.com

Austin Stanley

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

Radlin’ Rootz

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

Pac West Barrel Racing

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

Fast moving barrel horses and riders race to beat the clock. See selp.marionfl.org for more information.

Comic Fest Ocala

Don Garlits Mesuem of Drag Racing 13700 SW 16th Ave, Ocala, Fl, United States

This outdoor festival celebrates comics and more with professional cosplayers and  circus-style entertainment under the big top, along with pony rides, bounce houses, a petting zoo and costume contest. Tickets start at $20-40 and VIP packages are available; free for ages 12 and under. For more information, visit comic-fest.com

Shift N Gears

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