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. […]

Marion County Planning & Zoning Meeting

McPherson Governmental Campus Auditorium 601 SE 25th Ave., Ocala, FL, United States

Meets the fourth Monday of the month; agendas, minutes and video available from ocala.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

“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 […]

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 […]

Belleview City Commission Meeting

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

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

“Witch”

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

Thursdays/Fridays 7:30pm; Saturdays 2pm & 7pm/ Sundays 2 pm - The Ocala Civic Theatre gleefully celebrates Halloween with this production of “Witch,” a “bewitching, dark comedy.” Enjoy a festive fall […]

Haunted Homestead: The Swamp

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

This new haunted house boasts enclosed and outdoor “haunt rooms” and promises lots of creepy moments with your silent guide through the unsettling encounters. Ticket prices vary, depending on the […]

Wellington Classic Dressage

Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL, United States

Shows of precision and partnership between horse and rider are on display in these dressage classes. The horse park has vendors and food options onsite. See flhorsepark.com for more information.

Coon Hollo Farm Fall Festival

Coon Hollo Farm 22480 N US Hwy 441, Micanopy, FL, United States

Times vary, see website - Celebrate fall with pony rides, archery, a crop maze, a hay ride out to the feed the cows, a Wild West show, pig races and farm […]

WEC Open Schooling Days

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

WEC is welcoming those who want some practice time in the big arenas with schooling days for fall. Dressage rings, hunter and jumper courses are set in various arenas, all […]

Bunco Babes Scare Away Breast Cancer

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

This annual fundraiser benefits Michelle-O-Gram, a local organization that helps women get needed mammograms. The fun includes dinner and dancing, a 50/50 raffle, the Pink Halloween costume contest and more. […]

Ocala Electric Utility Customer Appreciation Day

Citizens' CIrcle 151 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

The city’s electric utility celebrates its customers with food on a first-come, first-served basis, entertainment, family-friendly activities and giveaways, including a prize wheel to win utility vouchers. For more information, […]

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 […]

After Dark in the Park Movie Series

Citizens' CIrcle 151 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

The city of Ocala hosts free movie nights, and this month, to get into the Halloween spirit, it’s “Hotel Transylvania.” The movie showing is free and open to the public. […]

Kirby Farms Scary Train Ride

Kirby Family Farm 19630 NE 30 St, Williston, FL, United States

This family fun event boasts a scary train ride through the haunted Clown Woods; Possum Holler and its mutant possum; the haunted Trailer Park, where tenants never really leave; along […]

Master Gardener Fall Show

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

The annual fall plant sale offers native plant options, herbs, vegetables, fruit trees, house plants and more. The festival also offers a mobile plant clinic, soil test kits and vouchers […]

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. […]

Not So Spooky Halloween Fall Festival

Marion Therapeutic Riding Association 6850 SE 41st Ct, Ocala, FL, United States

A day of fun with activities that include a horse costume contest, a car show, trick or treating, vendor booths and live entertainment. Family-friendly and fun, the horses of the […]

Oktoberfest

World Equestrian Center - Expo Center 1 1390 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL

This annual food and drink festival celebrates German-themed food and fun. Live music comes from the Swinging Bavarians, and a full menu of German fare includes beer cheese, bratwurst, schnitzel […]

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. […]

Marion County Parks & Rec Annual Carnival

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

This is the fifth annual fall carnival and the county Parks & Rec teams hosts bounce houses, a variety of food trucks, costume contests, giveaways and lots of family-friendly entertainment […]

“Origin”: Opening Exhibition

NOMA Gallery 939 N Magnolia Ave, Ocala, Florida

This collaboration between Ralph Demilio and Mel Fiorentino premieres with their exhibit, “Origin.” The artists combine their artistic endeavors in oil painting and photography to create universal truths. Admission is […]

Sister Hazel

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

Gainesville’s renowned country/indie band Sister Hazel comes back to North Central Florida. With chart-topping songs, stellar musicianship and a real connection with their audience, this band is one to see. […]

Jennifer Foster Concert

Countryside Presbyterian Church of Ocala 7768 SW Hwy 200, Ocala, FL, United States

Call for time - Soprano Foster has performed all over the world. She is a performer and a teacher, and has released four CD collections of songs. She teaches voice in […]

Halloween and Horror Films

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

Times vary, see website - All month long, the Marion Theatre plays classic horror movies. See titles like “Poltergeist,” “Ghostbusters,” “Psycho,” “Beetlejuice” and more. See reaillyartscenter.com for more information.

Florida Watercolor Society Exhibition

CF Webber Gallery 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, Florida

The 52nd annual exhibition features watercolor media on all types of material, showing both traditional and experimental artworks. See cf.edu/webber for more information.

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

Medicare Classes

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Tuesday 1pm & Wednesday 10am - The SHINE organization is offering free classes for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare. These are free and available by computer or phone. Two […]

“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 […]

“Skylines to Hemlines: Art Deco Design”

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

This new exhibit from the museum’s permanent collections brings together an overview of 20th Century art, design, fashion, jewelry and more, focused on the unique movement of Art Deco. The […]

Great Girls! Empowerment through Art Workshops

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

The Arts in Health Ocala Metro group hosts artist Becky Hudson for a workshop series to build confidence and foster self-love for girls aged 12-16. The projects will include making […]

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

Ira Holmes International Film Series: “Utama”

College of Central Florida, Bldg. 8, Room 110 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, Florida

This week’s movie is “Utama,” the story of an elderly couple facing drought and devastation to their llama herd in Quechua. Free to the public, this is part of an […]

Wildlife Wednesdays

Heritage Nature Conservancy 2005 NE Third St, Ocala, FL, United States

Put your ranger hat on and join park staff for this educational presentation and weekly hike at an area park. Free to attend for all, this is a great way […]

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

“Witch”

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

Thursdays/Fridays 7:30pm; Saturdays 2pm & 7pm/ Sundays 2 pm - The Ocala Civic Theatre gleefully celebrates Halloween with this production of “Witch,” a “bewitching, dark comedy.” Enjoy a festive fall […]

Tot Time

Silver Springs Shores Community Center 590 Silver Road, Ocala, FL

This free program for tots ages 4 and under is designed to get kids interacting and playing with other kids. The activities will vary from inside play, pool time and […]

Florida Feast

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

This renowned fundraiser benefits both ARC of Marion County and Interfaith Emergency Services. The evening includes appetizers, drinks, an open bar, buffet, music by DJ, silent auction and raffles. Tickets […]

WEC Open Schooling Days

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

WEC is welcoming those who want some practice time in the big arenas with schooling days for fall. Dressage rings, hunter and jumper courses are set in various arenas, all […]

KennaDee

Swampy's Bar & Grille 19773 East Pennsylvania Ave., Dunnellon, Florida

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

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

From “Thriller” to the theme from “Psycho” to other classics, this musical program, all eerily staged amid candlelight, is sure to get you in the mood for Halloween. This event […]