Come Out & Play THIS WEEK!

Exciting programs and events await you!

Join us for an amazing lineup of activities.

Check out the Ocala Recreation & Parks Facebook Page Here

Monthly Car Cruise-in

Come join Kendall Tucker and The LACS with special guest J. Michael Phillips on July 27th for the BIGGEST LAKE PARTY Marion County has ever seen!! It will be held at the beautiful Eaton’s Beach in Weirsdale , FL directly on Lake Weir. Kendall Tucker and The LACS brings a unique style of music that blends the likes of Country, Rock and Rap together to give you an awesome sound that everyone can enjoy. This will be a SOLD OUT event so make sure to grab your tickets and don’t miss out on all the surprises we got lined up for the night!!

This is a RAIN or SHINE event! No Refunds will be given, if show is canceled due to reasons outside of our control then tickets will be refunded or event will be moved to later date.

Starting July 28, an enchanting teatime awaits in the Paris Room at The Equestrian Hotel on the last Sunday of every month from 12pm to 2pm July-December.

Indulge in the English tradition of afternoon tea with an array of teas and gourmet creations, including savory finger sandwiches, delicate pastries and sweet treats.

Full tea service is complemented by a glass of brut sparkling wine and sparkling lemonade for our younger guests.

Requested Attire:
Elegant afternoon attire encouraged.

We kindly ask guests to refrain from wearing shorts or baseball caps

KARAOKE Hosted by Dj Shawn Hannigan
FLOW ARTS- Ocala Flow Community & Friends

Join us for our last Parlor Picnic of the Summer on August 4th, featuring the theme “Word Offering: A Foretaste of Seasons Reaching for Spring.” Enjoy an evening of live music by Shelby Lauren & live Spoken Word by Natasha Jean-Pierre.

For just $20 per person, join us in our parlor for an intimate performance set in a beautiful, historic home. We encourage you to bring a picnic supper of your own along with your favorite beverages and coziest seating to enhance the evening! You may bring a TV tray or small table if you would like​. This event is exclusively for adults 21 and over and occurs on the first Sunday of each Summer month. Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind experience!

Bring this flyer with you when you dine at Sonny’s BBQ on
SW College Rd, Ocala on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 between the
hours of 5:00pm – 8:00pm and Sonny’s will donate 25% of your
purchase to the Humane Society of Marion County.

KARAOKE Hosted by Dj Shawn Hannigan
FLOW ARTS- Ocala Flow Community & Friends

Get ready for a weekend of non-stop family fun at the Ocala Kidz Fest!

Join us at the World Equestrian Center on August 10-11, 2024, for the Ultimate Family Fun Expo. Experience a wide array of activities designed to entertain and delight the entire family.

What’s in store for you:
• Animal Interactions: Get up close and personal with cuddly animals and fascinating reptiles.
• Character Meet and Greets: Snap a photo with your kids’ favorite characters.
• Touch A Truck: Explore an impressive lineup of vehicles for a hands-on experience.
• Bounce Houses: Jump and play in a variety of fun bounce houses.
• Interactive Games: Have fun playing a variety of fun and exciting games.
• Entertainment: Enjoy live performances, music, and interactive shows.
• Face Painting: Transform into your favorite characters with our talented artists.
• Giveaways: Win exciting prizes and surprises throughout the Ocala Kidz Fest.
• Family Friendly Exhibitors: Discover products and services for the whole family including sports programs, after-school care, party planning, kids clothing, and so much more!

Tickets & Admission:
General Admission: $8.00 online in advance* | $12.00 at the box office
Child Admission (Ages 3-12): $8.00 online in advance* | $12.00 at the box office
Child Admission (Ages 24 months and under): Free with an adult

*All advance ticket sales are subject to applicable taxes and service fees

Parking:
Free onsite parking is available
Shuttles provided as needed

Don’t miss out on this ultimate family fun extravaganza! Create unforgettable memories with your family at the first Annual Ocala Kidz Fest. Mark your calendars and join us for a weekend filled with joy, laughter, and endless fun.

Mark your calendars! Downtown Vintage Market will be held on August 10th from 11-4pm at Citizen’s Circle/City Hall in downtown Ocala. It will be a market for all things vintage! There will be lots of vintage vendors bringing you the very best curated vintage clothing, accessories, decor, antiques, handmade items and much more! There will be a DJ, food trucks, 50/50 raffle to support a local nonprofit, and a car show as well!

There will be trophies for the car show, courtesy of our sponsors: Twisted Garage and Ocala Towing & Roadside Services!

If you or someone you know is interested in vending or participating in the car show, message me or email me at downtownvintagemarket.ocala@gmail.com to sign up/register!

Applications close July 8th!

Join us July 18th for our “Third Thursday” celebration as we continue to explore the current Summer Collection which has brought together artists both locally and internationally.

This month features a live artist talk via Zoom at 7pm with Massachusetts based artist Peter Hoss where he will lend more insight into his work in the exhibition, tell us more about his process, and answer questions from others on zoom and in the gallery.

Please join us for this great event!

KARAOKE Hosted by Dj Shawn Hannigan
FLOW ARTS- Ocala Flow Community & Friends

Community drum jam. Percussion and didgeridoos (we have amplification) welcome. One drink minimum (coffee, teas and water available). 18+. All experience levels welcome and we have extra drums and instruments to lend

The Kiwanis Club of Ocala is hosting its 13th Annual Sportsman’s Dinner and Auction on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at the Oak Run Palm Grove Clubhouse. We invite you to be part of helping the children of the Marion County, Florida community. Your contribution goes to Kiwanis Club projects such as Reading is Fundamental, Homeless Hygiene Kits, Camp Kiwanis Scholarships, and the Key Clubs of 5 high schools in our Marion County community. Our mission is to improve the world one child and one community at a time and with this event sponsorship, you can propel that mission to greater heights. Kids need Kiwanis and Kiwanis needs your help.

We invest in our counties future by investing in our children. We build literacy, social and safety skills with programs shown to be effective: Programs such as our signature Camp Kiwanis Summer Camp which  just celebrated 75 years of continuous operation with one pandemic exception. Our Reading is Fundamental (RIF) program which places books in the hands of students in PreK to Grade 4 – Books they can keep in their home library. Our Reach Out and Read program which, in cooperation with pediatricians, places books in the hands of parents to read to very young children. And, our safety programs: teaching children to swim and providing car seats, bike helmets, and cribs (which prevent co-sleeping deaths).

KARAOKE Hosted by Dj Shawn Hannigan
FLOW ARTS- Ocala Flow Community & Friends

We are excited to bring you the 1st Annual EPIC Dog Days Event! This will be a family-friendly event that is FREE admission! There will be a Dog Dock Diving Competition all 3 days put on by Ocala Dog Ranch with the opportunity to have your dog try jumping off the dock! There will be Food Trucks, Music, Vendors, Facility Tours, Demos and More! Be sure to check out our website for more details – EpicDogDays.com!

Interested in being a Vendor or Sponsor? Fill out the Application at EPICDogDays.com! Spots are filing quickly!

Monthly Car Cruise-in

We are excited to bring you the 1st Annual EPIC Dog Days Event! This will be a family-friendly event that is FREE admission! There will be a Dog Dock Diving Competition all 3 days put on by Ocala Dog Ranch with the opportunity to have your dog try jumping off the dock! There will be Food Trucks, Music, Vendors, Facility Tours, Demos and More! Be sure to check out our website for more details – EpicDogDays.com!

Interested in being a Vendor or Sponsor? Fill out the Application at EPICDogDays.com! Spots are filing quickly!

Welcome to the 40th Reunion – Forest High School Class of 1984! Get ready to reconnect with old friends and reminisce about the good old days. Join us at the Bank Street Patio Bar in Ocala, FL, for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, memories, and good vibes. This in-person event will take place on East Fort King Street, where we’ll gather to celebrate four decades of friendship and shared experiences. There will be a cash bar, appetizers and entertainment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to catch up with your classmates and create new memories together. We can’t wait to see you there!

We are excited to bring you the 1st Annual EPIC Dog Days Event! This will be a family-friendly event that is FREE admission! There will be a Dog Dock Diving Competition all 3 days put on by Ocala Dog Ranch with the opportunity to have your dog try jumping off the dock! There will be Food Trucks, Music, Vendors, Facility Tours, Demos and More! Be sure to check out our website for more details – EpicDogDays.com!

Interested in being a Vendor or Sponsor? Fill out the Application at EPICDogDays.com! Spots are filing quickly!

Starting July 28, an enchanting teatime awaits in the Paris Room at The Equestrian Hotel on the last Sunday of every month from 12pm to 2pm July-December.

Indulge in the English tradition of afternoon tea with an array of teas and gourmet creations, including savory finger sandwiches, delicate pastries and sweet treats.

Full tea service is complemented by a glass of brut sparkling wine and sparkling lemonade for our younger guests.

Requested Attire:
Elegant afternoon attire encouraged.

We kindly ask guests to refrain from wearing shorts or baseball caps

KARAOKE Hosted by Dj Shawn Hannigan
FLOW ARTS- Ocala Flow Community & Friends

KARAOKE Hosted by Dj Shawn Hannigan
FLOW ARTS- Ocala Flow Community & Friends

Mark your calendars for Taste of the Town, an evening of fun, music, libations, and savory samplings of many of our community’s different restaurants and Food Trucks, including beer and wine vendors.

You won’t want to miss this event that will surely offer something for every palate, plus help a great community Organization!

Join us July 18th for our “Third Thursday” celebration as we continue to explore the current Summer Collection which has brought together artists both locally and internationally.

This month features a live artist talk via Zoom at 7pm with Massachusetts based artist Peter Hoss where he will lend more insight into his work in the exhibition, tell us more about his process, and answer questions from others on zoom and in the gallery.

Please join us for this great event!

Community drum jam. Percussion and didgeridoos (we have amplification) welcome. One drink minimum (coffee, teas and water available). 18+. All experience levels welcome and we have extra drums and instruments to lend