Ocala Shrine Rodeo

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

Gates open 5:30 pm; event at 7:30pm - Classic rodeo events include team roping, steer wrestling, bull riding, barrel racing and bronc riding. Concessions are available onsite. This is a fundraiser […]

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 […]

Marion County Line

Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, Florida

Richy Stano and Mindwalk

NOMA Black Box Theatre 500 NE 9th St, Ocala, Florida

This jazz ensemble has opened for renowned artists. Tickets are $25 for general admission. A grazing box from Graze & Prosper is $20 if bought by Aug. 30. A VIP […]

Florida Horse Park Invitational

The Florida High School Athletic Association Cross Country Meet will take place, with more than 1,200 student athletes competing. See flhorsepark.com for more info.

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. […]

Haz Othman Dog Training Seminar

A hands-on training and educational seminar for you and your dog from a trainer with a security background. Tickets are $150 for audit privileges to watch, and $300 for working […]

Twilight Cruisers of Belleview Car Show

Kent Furniture Center 10651 SE US-441, Belleview, Florida

This is a free car show/cruise-in that promotes the “classic autos of yesterday” and accepts food donations for the Interfaith Emergency Services charities. Recurs the first Saturday of each month. […]

DJ Rae Bae

Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, Florida

“The Gap Between Art and Life” Exhibit

CF Webber Gallery 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, Florida

Eight new pieces were selected for this exhibit, with works from four different installation artists from all over the US. An opening reception will be held at 5pm on Aug. […]

“Exciting Explorers” at Discovery Center

Discovery Center 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

“The Unscene South” by Charles Eady

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

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

“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 […]

Wildlife Wednesdays

Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 E. Fort King Street, Ocala, FL, United States

Free to attend. This is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats. For more info, ocalafl.gov/recpark

“Sweeney Todd”

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

Times vary, see website - Revenge is a dish best served cold in this gleefully gruesome classic musical about a deadly barber and his meat pies. Tickets are $30 for adults […]

Summer’s End Morgan and Saddlebred Horse Show

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

Times vary, see website - Morgans and Saddlebred horses are distinctly American breeds, and were bred to offer easy gaits meant for long days in the saddle and fast trotting. Free […]

Greater Dunnellon Historical Society

Dunnellon Historical Society Train Depot 12061 S. Willliams St, Dunnellon, Florida

The Whistle Stop Café serves up fried green tomatoes, Cuban sandwiches, gourmet grilled cheese and more, along with live music starting at 7pm. The cover charge is $5; food is […]

Austin Hunter

Homestead Park 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, Florida

Kenny & the Heads

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

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. […]

Ocala Recovery Festival

Tuscawilla Art Park 213 Northeast 5th Street, Ocala, FL, United States

This annual festival celebrates sobriety with exhibitor booths, recovery resources, food options, entertainment, a kids’ zone and giveaways. It will include a photo booth, pony rides for kids, goodies from […]

Blooming Violets of Marion County

Marion County Sheriff's South District Office 3260 SE 80th St., Ocala, Florida

The group meets monthly to celebrate and enjoy African violets. Includes refreshments, raffle, program and meeting. Contact Laura for more info, (352) 624-0116.

Rec n’ Roll Saturday

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

Relive the ‘80s playing classic video games like Candyland, Hungry Hippo, Donkey Kong and more. Free to attend.

Jazz & Justice

One Health Center 1714 SW 17th St,, Ocala, FL, United States

The Marion County NAACP hosts its annual music and awards event. This year is the first Advance the Cause of Justice Award and the recipient is Judge LeAnn Mackey-Barnes. Tickets […]

Mpire

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

Big Rascal

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

Wall of Echoes, Tribute to Pink Floyd

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

Expect to hear songs from “The Wall,” like “Comfortably Numb,” “Another Brick in the Wall” and more. Tickets are $25-$40. See reillyartscenter.com for more info

Ocala Planning & Zoning Commission

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

Usually meets on the second Monday of the month. Agendas are usually posted the Thursday prior; agendas, minutes and video available from ocala.legistar.com/calendar.aspx

Freedom Walk

Belleview Community Center 5615 SE 110th Place, Belleview, Florida

The annual walk honors the heroes, the fallen, and families affected by 9/11. Sen. Dennis Baxley, local city and county officials, and first responders will discuss the impact of 9/11. […]

“Exciting Explorers” at Discovery Center

Discovery Center 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

“The Unscene South” by Charles Eady

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

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

“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 […]

Belleview Planning & Zoning Board

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

Meets the second Tuesday of the month; Belleview agendas, minutes and video available at belleviewfl.org/200/Agendas-Minutes  

Dunnellon Historic Preservation Board

City Hall - Dunnellon 20750 River Dr, Dunnellon, Florida

Normally meets the second Tuesday of the month; Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video available at dunnellon.org/89/agendas-minutes

Medicare Classes

Online Online

The SHINE organization is offering free classes for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare, available by computer or phone. Two classes are offered this week: prescription drug coverage and […]

Medicare Classes

Online Online

The SHINE organization is offering free classes for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare, available by computer or phone. Two classes are offered this week: prescription drug coverage and […]

Wildlife Wednesdays

Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 E. Fort King Street, Ocala, FL, United States

Free to attend. This is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats. For more info, ocalafl.gov/recpark

Dunnellon City Council Meeting

City Hall - Dunnellon 20750 River Dr, Dunnellon, Florida

Normally meets the second Wednesday of the month; Dunnellon agendas, minutes and video available at dunnellon.org/89/Agendas-Minutes

“Sweeney Todd”

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

Times vary, see website - Revenge is a dish best served cold in this gleefully gruesome classic musical about a deadly barber and his meat pies. Tickets are $30 for adults […]

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. […]

“Exciting Explorers” at Discovery Center

Discovery Center 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

The Discovery Center has opened its new exhibit, “Exciting Explorers.” Learn about archeologists and preserving ancient finds, figure out navigation routes and other hands-on science activities. Tickets are $8 per […]

“The Unscene South” by Charles Eady

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

This new exhibit focuses on the daily lives of “free Blacks” from the Civil War era. Eady is a contemporary mixed-media artist and author. Check out appletonmuseum.org for more info.

“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 […]

Wildlife Wednesdays

Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 E. Fort King Street, Ocala, FL, United States

Free to attend. This is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats. For more info, ocalafl.gov/recpark

“Sweeney Todd”

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

Times vary, see website - Revenge is a dish best served cold in this gleefully gruesome classic musical about a deadly barber and his meat pies. Tickets are $30 for adults […]

Friday Foodie Fest

Lake Lillian Park Robinson Road north of SE Hames Road, Belleview, Florida

This is the last Belleview foodie fest for this season. Food trucks, live music, kids’ crafts and activities, face painting and local vendors. For more info, see ocalamarion.com or belleviewfl.org