A guide to our favorite monthly happenings and can’t-miss events
CINDERELLA
Ocala Civic Theatre
Through September 22
This production is a re-imagining of the 1957 musical written by Rodgers & Hammerstein. Tickets can be purchased online at bit.ly/oct_cinderella
FESTIVALS OF SPEED
World Equestrian Center
September 14
With the Florida Army National Guard, this Salute To Veterans will feature military armaments and vehicles, exotic, vintage, classic and American muscle cars. Get details at festivalsofspeed.com
THE MUSICAL WORLD OF DISNEY
Marion Technical Institute
September 14-15
The Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band offers family-friendly performances. UNIQULELE will perform 45 minutes prior to each concert. Visit kingdomofthesunband.org to learn more.
SPOKEN WORD OCALA
Brick City Center for the Arts
September 17
Spoken word performances by published as well as never heard before authors, writers, poets and spoken word artists. Learn more at ocalametroartscene.com
OCALA COMIC CON
World Equestrian Center
September 21 and 22
This event will include cosplay, special guests, vendors, creators, comic books, video games and more. Get details at ocalacomiccon.com
PINTS AND PRINTS
Appleton Museum of Art
September 21
Guests 21+ can sample adult beverages, learn about printmaking and take home their own block print, gel print and dry point etches. For tickets, visit appletonmuseum.org/events/pints-and-prints
STAIRWAY TO ZEPPELIN
Reilly Arts Center
September 27
What is becoming the top Led Zeppelin tribute in the world delivers to-the-note studio and live recordings. Learn more at reillyartscenter.com/events/stairway-to-zeppelin
FALL Y’ALL FESTIVAL
Silver Springs State Park
September 29
Explore the park, meet vendors, enjoy food trucks and take a ride on the world-famous glass-bottom boats (additional fees apply). Details are available at silversprings.com
SILENT DISCO
Reilly Arts Center NOMA Black Box
October 3
This event will benefit Arts in Health Ocala Metro and the LILAC Foundation. Dance in a glow in the dark setup to hits from the ‘70s to today. Visit reillyartscenter.com/events/silent-disco
GENTIVA OCALA METRO INDIA FEST
Citizens’ Circle
October 5
This Strategic Community Alliance event will feature a flash-dance mob, fashion show, Indian food and beverages, art and activities for kids. For details, visit scacommunities.org/events-news-and-activities
DENIM AND PEARLS GALA
Immaculate Heart of Mary Social Hall
October 12
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Eta Tau Omega Chapter hosts an elegant evening to support its scholarship program. To learn more, email harriet.daniels@gmail.com or bourgesjones@aol.com.
BARK IN THE PARK: A DOGGY EXPO
Ocala Downtown Market
October 13
Vendors, pet adoptions, dog costume contest and more, to benefit Marion Senior Services and Marion County Animal Services, hosted by the Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala. Get details at srfofocala.org
BILLY BOB THORNTON & THE BOXMASTERS
Reilly Arts Center
October 17
In conjunction with the release of their newest album, Love & Hate In Desperate Places, The Boxmasters kick off a tour of the United States and Canada. Learn more at reillyartscenter.com
HOWL-O-WEEN PAWTY
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion
October 23
The fundraiser for the Humane Society of Marion County will offer vendors, a trunk and treat, games and costume, trunk and booth contests. Learn about tickets at fb.com/events/352388254310344
