The fair is a salute to the state's best agriculture and equine industry. Excitement is in the air all over the fairgrounds with plenty of free entertainment. Enjoy an abundance of shows, music, displays, rides, food and shopping.

Bring a loved one. Find new love? Meet new friends! Fun, food and prizes. Bring a sweetheart dessert and be entered to win a prize. Free program.

Ice Cream Social for dogs along with vendors for grooming and pet supplies. For details, please contact Carla Chindamo of the City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department at 352.572.0371

Movie, popcorn, soda, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream and transportation.

Engineers 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.

You'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 […]

Come out to the showcase of community services available to senior citizens and their families.

Listen to the soulful entertainment of Motown while enjoying the creative and visual works at First Friday Art Walk.

Youth Fishing Derby and Mayor’s Spring Clean Up. Tree rappelling for kids, live entertainment, food, crafts, a kid’s zone, environmental vendors, sidewalk chalk art, other surprise entertainment and a tree giveaway! So, come with your family and take home a free sapling to help the environment. See you at the park!

The City of Ocala will celebrate Arbor Day on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Join us as we will have free activities for the kids, food trucks, music, arts and crafts, vendors, educational components, nature-conscious activities, chalk art and more!

Hook up with the Ocala Recreation and Parks team for a few hours of fishing fun for senior citizens ages 50 and up.

*These free natural resource programs are for all ages, presented by your city park rangers.* Learn how to make a bee house for your backyard and all about the environmental benefits of bees!

You'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 […]

You'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 […]

*These free natural resource programs are for all ages, presented by your city park rangers.* Enjoy nature-related outdoor games and fun animal tracking activities.

*These free natural resource programs are for all ages, presented by your city park rangers.* Learn about these green giants and go on a fun scavenger hunt with prizes.

*These free natural resource programs are for all ages, presented by your city park rangers.* This program is a HOOT! Enjoy a lesson on owls, followed by a fun owl themed activity!

Second and fourth Thursday of each month 2-3pm Instructor Marjorie Figley guides you on a journey to a healthier lifestyle. Learn to base your menus using healthier alternatives while staying in your budget. Free for all men and woman ages 16+ Note: Please wear appropriate clothing.

* These free natural resource programs are for all ages, presented by your city park rangers."* Learn why frogs are so important to our environment with a fun activity.

Everything is complimentary: school physicals, immunizations (must bring current shot record), vision and hearing screenings, child ID’s, backpacks and school supplies (while supplies last). There will be vendors, clowns, games and food. We anticipate Munroe Regional kid fitness screenings and a screening of Amblyopia (lazy eye) will be performed for children ages 1-6.

The City of Ocala Adult Men's Recreation Softball League is READY to PLAY BALL for the casual recreational player. Come out and Play with the City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department. The league will be open to all adults 18 years of age and older. We welcome individual players to form a team and […]

This league is for anyone looking to have a little fun while socializing amongst likeminded peers, family, or co-workers. This is a mixed softball league, which will consist of a 6 male, 4 female format. A minimum of 4 females must be on the playing field at all times. Participants are responsible for bringing their […]

This program has it all! After school activities include healthy snacks, homework helps, educational fun, fitness, arts and crafts, computer lab, and indoor/outdoor games and sports. Fun field trips on school half-days! Mondays-Fridays (during the school year); 2 to 6 p.m. $60/child per month ( a one-time $25 registration fee is due at time of […]

The Florida Academic Lichen and Fungi Enthusiast League will lead a 42 acre hike where we will discover local lichen, fungi and perhaps something edible! Please be prepared; wear appropriate hiking clothing, bring sunscreen and bug repellent, and water. Free for All ages. Learn to identify different types of mushrooms during the Wild Mushroom Hike […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At these meetings, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

The City of Ocala will host a Town Hall meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl. At this meeting, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage with one or more Ocala City Council members and the Mayor in an open forum setting. […]

Silver River (Silver Springs) Weekday outings on the Silver Rivers, ideal for beginners and those interested in nature and wildlife-viewing. Equipment provided. The fee is $30 / person. Fee includes equipment and refreshments following the outing. Paddlers will meet at 9:30 am at the Silver Springs State Park launch site (Route 40 entrance).

Enjoy a delicious fried fish meal complete with French fries, hush puppies, coleslaw and a drink for only $10! Live music, giveaways and an auction. Explore classic cars and check out the programs the center has to offer.

This complimentary evening includes a haunted trail filled with candy treats, scary tricks and fun for the whole family. The trail gets scarier as it gets darks, so bring the little ones early. Then stay and watch Hocus Pocus on the BIG screen.

Enjoy a ghoulish night of goons and goblins as you brave the haunted trail. Be met with frightening surprises at every turn. The darker it gets, the spookier - so bring the little ones out early. Costumes welcome. Candy will be provided for children. Please wear closed toe shoes as this trail winds through the […]

The E.D. Croskey Recreation Center BOO BASH is always a scary good time. Bring the kids on Oct. 31 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Dec. 7 & 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 E Fort King St., Ocala, FL. 34470 Admission is $5/person. Veterans & kids under 5 are FREE! Parking and tram are also FREE Join us for this two-day event that will center on the re-enactment of Osceola's attack on Fort […]

Harvest Fest will feature two stages of live music all day, a variety of food trucks and craft vendors. Check back for more details!

Enjoy this 36th annual event with live entertainment on four stages, lots of great food, crafts and other vendors, plus kid’s zones. There’s the fabulous tree lighting ceremony, plus what kid can pass up a chance to spend some quality time with Santa? We’ll see you there!

Dec. 7 & 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fort King National Historic Landmark 3925 E Fort King St., Ocala, FL. 34470 Admission is $5/person. Veterans & kids under 5 are FREE! Parking and tram are also FREE Join us for this two-day event that will center on the re-enactment of Osceola's attack on Fort […]

This parade has been an Ocala tradition for 60 years. The Friends of the Christmas Parade have continued to improve and fine-tune the largest night time parade in the State of Florida while giving back to the community. The parade begins at McPherson Complex on SE 25 Ave., travels west along Silver Springs Blvd. and […]

Dust off your cowboy hat and shine up your boots for Ocala's annual Cattle Drive and Cowboy Round-Up! Start the morning off early watching real cowboys drive Florida cracker cattle through Downtown Ocala to Tuscawilla Park, then let the festivities begin! Live Music by Brett Bass and The Melted Plectrum - Cowboy Demonstrations - Cowboy […]