THE IRISH CABARET starring Andy Cooney
The Savannah Center 1575 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162, The Villages, FLGet ready for the most fun show you’ll ever enjoy all year! Andy Cooney returns to The Villages with a brand new show, The Irish Cabaret! This show will be filled with excitement featuring Irish Comedian, Jimmy Q, World Class Irish Dancers, Irish songstress, Eimear Reynolds backed by The Guinness Irish Band. Andy Cooney, christened […]
Drop the Mic singing contest
FLEvery Thursday evening, join us at Muddy Lotus Teas for a dynamic singing contest. The current theme is duets! Local performers who sing together, or individuals who can find a talented partner, come out and sign up. Each week, winners will be chosen to compete in the finals. 400.00 Dollars for the winners to be […]
Santos Fat Tire Festival and Bike Expo
FLCome see, feel, and ride* the newest bicycles and gear of 2019 at the Santos Fat Tire Bike Expo presented by the Ocala Mountain Bike Association (OMBA). OMBA is a non-profit club that maintains the award-winning Santos Trails that sustain riders of all skill levels from everywhere. The Basket Raffle supports our building efforts and […]
ENGINEERING DAY
Discovery Center 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FLEngineers from the Florida Engineering Society are partnering with the Discovery Center to bring a complimentary fun family day that includes hands-on activities and challenges for students’ ages 5-15. Pre-register at www.mydiscoverycenter.org in order to have adequate supplies on hand.
A Night On Bourbon Street – Annual Gala
College of Central Florida Klein Center 3001 S.W. College Road, ocala, FLEnjoy a Night on Bourbon Street to benefit The Boys & Girls Club of Marion County. There will be a delicious New Orleans style dinner, drinks, music, live Auction and more! Reserve your table by contacting the Boys & Girls Club at 690-7440 or admin@bgcofmarion.com
Ante Up For Cancer
Oxford Downs 17996 US 301, SummerfieldThe Ante Up Against Cancer event will consist of a legitimate poker tournament with cash prizes for the winners. At the same time, there will be doctors and researchers from UF at the outdoor tiki bar to answer questions from the crowd.
Ocala Winter Celebration
HITS Post Time Farm 13710 US Highway 27, Ocala, FLWeek 9 of the 2019 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit featuring Hunter, Jumper, and Equitation classes from Leadline to Grand Prix riders. Sunday admission is $10 for the $100,000 Sullivan GMC Truck Grand Prix. Free parking. Kids 12 and under are free. The HITS Ocala Winter Circuit culminates each March with the Great American $1 Million […]
Ocala Winter Celebration
HITS Post Time Farm 13710 US Highway 27, Ocala, FLWeek 9 of the 2019 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit featuring Hunter, Jumper, and Equitation classes from Leadline to Grand Prix riders. Sunday admission is $10 for the $100,000 Sullivan GMC Truck Grand Prix. Free parking. Kids 12 and under are free. The HITS Ocala Winter Circuit culminates each March with the Great American $1 Million […]
Annual Bonsai Exhibit
Master the Possibilities Education Center 8415 SW 80th St Ocala, Florida, Ocala, FLBONSAI EXHIBIT—Free Annual Bonsai tree exhibit at OTOW Master the Possibilities, 9am-4pm May 1-2 and 9am-noon May 3. Approximately 30 trees are displayed by the Marion Bonsai Society. Two bonsai classes are offered for $7. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (352) 861-9751.
Ocala Art Group monthly demonstration
Be our guest at the Ocala Art Group's monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 13th from 12 noon to 2 pm. Our meetings are held in the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470-5001 in the upstairs library. Being featured this month is Mr. Kyle Novak, currently the Art Gallery Director […]
Ocala Spring Carnival
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 N Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FLWe invite you to join us for an unforgettable experience! Get ready for the 2nd annual OCALA SPRING CARNIVAL featuring a full carnival midway, specialty arts and crafts, live music, Miss Spring Carnival Pageant, Cheerleading show, dance performance, karaoke contests (open to all, winners gets $50), water balloon toss contests (open to all, winners get […]
Ocala Winter II Horse Trials
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FLThe Florida Agriculture Center and Horse Park is a 500-acre, multipurpose facility and one of Central Florida’s premiere venues for equine, agricultural, educational, and sporting events that will challenge competitors, and produce exceptional horses for the upper levels.
Ocala Winter II Horse Trials
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FLThe Florida Agriculture Center and Horse Park is a 500-acre, multipurpose facility and one of Central Florida’s premiere venues for equine, agricultural, educational, and sporting events that will challenge competitors, and produce exceptional horses for the upper levels.
SkateTacular Peter Pan & Friends ON ICE
The Savannah Center 1575 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162, The Villages, FLLace up your skates and get ready for an adventure like no other! Join an all star cast of world famous professional ice skaters, singers, dancers, and cirque acts as they glide across your stage in an ice experience like no other.
2019 Spring Art Park Series: Mass Gothic
Tuscawilla Art Park 213 Northeast 5th Street, Ocala, FLDescription The City of Ocala presents a musical performance by Mass Gothic on Friday, March 15th, from 6 - 9 p.m. as part of the 2019 Tuscawilla Art Park Series taking place at Tuscawilla Park at 213 NE 5th Street, in downtown Ocala. . Admission is $5. Sponsored by 100.5 The Buzz WHHZ About Mass […]
1920s Gatsby Gala
Anastassia Ballroom & Dance 32624 Blossom Lane, Leesburg, FLDance, mingle & celebrate the ragtime exhibition dance styles of the roarin' 1920s on Friday, March 15th at Anastassia Ballroom & Dance in Leesburg, Florida. Dinner and refreshments included. Please call to register and learn more details.
IHSA Semi-Finals
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FLCome out and support the Western Equestrian Team at the Florida Horse Park for semi finals!
Ocala Championship
HITS Post Time Farm 13710 US Highway 27, Ocala, FLWeek 10 of the 2019 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit featuring Hunter, Jumper, and Equitation classes from Leadline to Grand Prix riders. Sunday admission is $10 for the Great American $1 Million Grand Prix. Free parking. Kids 12 and under are free. The HITS Ocala Winter Circuit culminates each March with the Great American $1 Million […]
Ocala Championship
HITS Post Time Farm 13710 US Highway 27, Ocala, FLWeek 10 of the 2019 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit featuring Hunter, Jumper, and Equitation classes from Leadline to Grand Prix riders. Sunday admission is $10 for the Great American $1 Million Grand Prix. Free parking. Kids 12 and under are free. The HITS Ocala Winter Circuit culminates each March with the Great American $1 Million […]
The Rivers of Marion County with Taylor Benson
Freedom Public Library 5870 SW 95th St, Ocala, FLAll aboard! Explore the history of river travel and commerce in Marion County through the eyes and journeys of a history enthusiast and librarian.
The Villages Balloon Festival
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FLThe Balloon Festival takes place 22nd to 24th March 2019, featuring competition balloon flights, hot air balloon glows each evening, activities, retail vendors, food trucks and so much more! The event has a per vehicle admission fee, so fill those cars up with as many people as you can!! **This event is managed by Midflo […]
Marley Mae’s Spring Market & 3rd Anniversary Celebration
Marley Mae Market & Paperie Marley Mae Market & Paperie 512 SW 3rd Avenue, Ocala, FLJoin us for our third annual spring market and anniversary celebration! We’ll have lots of vendors setup in our outdoor market area, and sales throughout the store. Vendor application can be found here: https://www.marleymaedesigns.com/market-app No direct sales please.
2019 MOMS Day 5K run/walk
Jervey Gantt Park 2200 SE 36th Avenue, Ocala, FLWhether you are participating WITH you Mom, In HONOR of your Mom, or PRIVILEGED to be a Mom - We welcome your family. Mother's Day morning - May 12, 2019 Registration opens 3/1/19 - Register now to take advantage of the $20.00 registration fee. Fee increases to $25.00 on 4/22/19 All proceeds benefit the Memories […]
Ocala Skatepark Grand Opening Event
Ocala Skatepark 517 NE Ninth St, Ocala, FLYou've waited long enough and the day has come! Join us on Saturday, May 18 at 11 a.m. when we cut the ribbon and officially open the new Ocala Skatepark! Papa Pineapples will be there serving food so come hungry. DJ Rocket will be playing LIVE music until 3 p.m. Come skate or ride for […]
PARADE OF SENIOR SERVICES
College of Central Florida Klein Center 3001 S.W. College Road, ocala, FLCome out to the showcase of community services available to senior citizens and their families.
26th Annual Southeastern Pro Rodeo
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 N Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FLPro rodeo action returns to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion in Ocala with the 26th Annual Southeastern Pro Rodeo on March 22 and 23, 2019. Get ready for two jam-packed performances filled with exciting competition in saddle and bareback bronc riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and the always popular and most […]
Down for Donuts
CrossFit Iron Legion 217 SE 1st Ave, Ste 100, Ocala, FLDown for Donuts is back in 2019 and we're going to be bigger and better than ever! Help us raise awareness and funds for GiGi's Playhouse in Gainesville, Fl -- A Down Syndrome Achievement Center. What happens at Down for Donuts? We will have coffee and donuts for everyone. A functional fitness competition. Silent Auction […]
Summer Camp Expo
Appleton Museum of Art 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FLJoin us for an afternoon of fun to learn about exciting summer opportunities for kids of all ages, all in one place! Held on the Appleton and Ocala Civic Theatre’s shared property, the expo will feature a broad range of organizations who are offering summer camps and children’s programs from science and nature to visual […]
Open House for The Barn at Martin Farms
The BARN at Martin Farms 8540 S. Hwy. 314A, Ocklawaha, FLALL are INVITED to tour the VENUE BARN and MEET a few of the VENDORS! Located at: 8540 S. Hwy 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179 "Come join in for the GRAND OPENING of The Barn at Martin Farms. We'll have package information about The BARN at Martin Farms and the available services for celebrations of all […]
Euchre Tournament and Taco Tuesday
FLMojo's Grill on 17th Street, and the Banana Foodie, invite you to the monthly charity Euchre game tournament. let's make a northern past-time a southern tradition. Cost to play is 10 dollars person. 50% of the event proceeds will be donated to Feed the Need. The remaining 50% is returned to the players in 1st, […]
Future Event Horse/Young Event Horse Series II
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FLJudges Peter Gray and Charlotte Trentleman FEH: Yearling, 2-year-old, 3-year-old, 4-year-old YEH: 4-year-old, 5-year-old New Event Horse
Themed Tour: Pop Art
Appleton Museum of Art 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FLExplore the world of Pop Art, a movement that challenged the idea of fine art by using imagery from popular and mass culture, such as advertising, comic books and mundane cultural objects. Free for Appleton members; included with admission fee for adult nonmembers. This tour meets in the lobby and is approximately 45 minutes in […]
Marion County Spring Career Fair
College of Central Florida Klein Center 3001 S.W. College Road, ocala, FLCareerSource Citrus Levy Marion and the College of Central Florida are co-hosting a Spring Career Fair with emphasis on business- and technology related careers. This fee-free event is open to CF business and technology students and graduates as well as all other career seekers. And great news! Free, professional headshots will be available for all […]
Starship Featuring Mickey Thomas
The Savannah Center 1575 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162, The Villages, FLMickey Thomas is the owner of the soaring voice that has propelled JEFFERSON STARSHIP through the decades and to a string of Gold, Platinum, and Multi-Platinum hits. A compelling blend of then and now, from the songs of Jefferson Airplane to Jefferson Starship, from the Summer of Love to the Top 40 Charts! Celebrate an […]
HUGS 11th Annual Fundraising Event Honoring Leo Smith
one health center 1714 SW 17th Street, OcalaHor d’oeuvers, silent auction, casual attire. $75 per person, 100% of funds raised stay in Marion County. Proceeds benefit local families facing cancer and The Cancer Alliance of Marion County. HUGS has assisted more than 190 local families fighting cancer. RSVP to Tyler Emmons by March 15th to tyler@sabaldpc.com
Arts/Crafts and Seafood Festival
Francis Marion Military Academy 5895 SE 83rd St., Ocala, FloridaVendor needed for Event: Arts / Crafts and Seafood Festival This is a Vendors Event. Looking for 100 plus Vendors. This is a 2 day event. $120.00 for the 2 days. 10 x 10 areas. Non refundable. Rain or Shine. Saturday March 30th - Sunday March 31st. from 9 am-5 pm each day. At Francis […]
31st Annual Early Childhood Conference
The Early Childhood Education Conference is held annually to provide continuing education units to early child care providers. Participants will receive 8 hours of in-service training and .8 CEU’s. This conference brings together more than 500 early education and care providers. Dozens of workshops provide information on best practices and techniques to engage and nurture […]
The Famous Horsey Yard Sale
Tack Shack of Ocala, Inc 481 SW 60th Ave,, Ocala, FLSelling at the Yard Sale is $15 per car load for a 10x10 space. Those who set up on Saturday, will receive a coupon to set up for FREE on Sunday! This money is donated to the Marion County Horse Specialty 4-H Club who are on hand selling breakfast sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, coffee, cold […]
Corporate Basketball Tournament
Boys & Girls Club of Marion County 800 SW 12th Ave, Ocala, FLCO-Ed Corporate Teams will battle for the Championship Title. Fun for the entire family! Concessions available. $500 Team entry includes Team Shirts. Deadline to Register is March 15th. Call 352-690-7440 or email admin@bgcofmarion.com for additional information.
Marion County’s 175th anniversary celebration
McPherson Complex 801 SE 25th Ave,, Ocala, FLEveryone enjoys celebrating significant milestones, with birthdays and anniversaries typically at the top of the list. In 2019, Marion County is celebrating its 175th anniversary and everyone is invited to the community festival on Saturday, March 30, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the McPherson Complex in Ocala. This event is the first of its kind […]
Annual Butterfly & Blueberry Festival
Timberline Farm Timberline Farm 3200 SE 115th St, Belleview, FLCome out and enjoy our Annual Butterfly & Blueberry Festival on our 35-acre family farm.
Lady Legends of The 60s with Rocky and The Rollers
The Savannah Center 1575 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162, The Villages, FLFeaturing The Chiffons, La La Brooks Original Lead Singer of The Crystals, Peggy March, and The Chantels. The Chantels were the first ladies of rock n roll at the start of the Doo Wop music craze with hits like “Maybe” and “Look In My Eyes”. The Chiffons from The Bronx, were having a field day […]
The Marshall Tucker Band
The Savannah Center 1575 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162, The Villages, FLIn the early fall of 1973, The Marshall Tucker Band was still a young and hungry group out to prove themselves every time they hit the stage. “We were a bunch of young guys who didn’t know any boundaries,” says founding member and longtime lead singer Doug Gray. As it turned out, the collective talents […]
Future Event Horse/Young Event Horse Series III
Florida Horse Park 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FLJudges Cathy Tucker-Slaterbeck and Debbie Adams(tentative) FEH: Yearling, 2-year-old, 3-year-old, 4-year-old YEH: 4-year-old, 5-year-old New Event Horse
Duane Mitchell Evening Lecture
IHMC Ocala 15 Southeast Osceola Avenue, ocala, FLThe concept of using a patient’s own immune system to eradicate invasive cancers has been under investigation for many decades, but recent breakthroughs in the field of cancer immunotherapy have revolutionized the landscape of treatments for many aggressive cancers such as metastatic melanoma, lung cancer, and kidney cancer. Advances in our understanding of how cancers […]
4th Annual Bark Sale: a community yard sale benefitting VOCAL
VOCAL – Voices of Change Animal League, Ocala 2532 SE 17th ST, Ocala, FLCome shop our yard sale. All proceeds from the event will benefit our rescue animals and programs. We will also be accepting item donations for the sale until April 18. Items can be dropped off at 6393 SW 52nd Street
Pet-a-Palooza
Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, Ocala 910 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FLWe're excited to present to you, Pet-a-Palooza! Featuring our Local Adoption Center, The Neuter Commuter, Local Veterinarian Office, Dog Obedience Trainer, Photo Booth and Groomer. You won't want to miss it, Saturday, April 6th from 10AM-2PM at The Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services in Ocala. For more information, contact Sarah at 352-877-7288.
Pet-a-Palooza
Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, Ocala 910 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FLWe're excited to present to you, Pet-a-Palooza! Featuring our Local Adoption Center, The Neuter Commuter, Local Veterinarian Office, Dog Obedience Trainer, Photo Booth and Groomer. You won't want to miss it, Saturday, April 6th from 10AM-2PM at The Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services in Ocala. For more information, contact Sarah at 352-877-7288.
The Marshall Tucker Band
The Savannah Center 1575 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162, The Villages, FLIn the early fall of 1973, The Marshall Tucker Band was still a young and hungry group out to prove themselves every time they hit the stage. “We were a bunch of young guys who didn’t know any boundaries,” says founding member and longtime lead singer Doug Gray. As it turned out, the collective talents […]