Category: Outdoors & Sports

DEKA is an indoor fitness competition featuring 10 functional fitness zones – it’s fitness gamified and designed for all levels. No matter your background or experience, DEKA will help you set your baseline and train with a purpose. DEKA FIT includes a 500-meter run before each zone, 5K total.

Test yourself against a global fitness standard, earn your DEKA Mark and commemorate your achievement with your finisher medal and t-shirt.

The DEKA FIT Florida weekend features two days of epic DEKA competition.

DAY 1: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th

Age Group Heat: eligible for Age Group recognition

Elite Heat: eligible for prizing

DEKA FIT Ruck: any ruck or backpack – Male 30lb & Female 20lb – a limited number of loaner rucks will be available on-site courtesy of GORUCK. Eligible for prizes from Titan 6 Actual. * Weight vests and plate carriers are not allowed.

Team Division: Elite & Age Group Teams of all levels divide and conquer the DEKA FIT Arena in 2-Person Teams (Female, Male, & Co-Ed).

DAY 2: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8th

Open Heat: open to all levels of fitness

Age Group Team Division: Age Group Teams of all levels divide and conquer the DEKA FIT Arena in 2-Person Teams (Female, Male, & Co-Ed). Eligible for podium recognition

The FWC’s Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN) is hosting an “Archery is for Everyone!” Try Archery event on Saturday, September 7, 2024. The event will be held at the Ocala Conservation Center & Youth Camp and will run from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and You’re Invited!

If you have a sneaking suspicion you’d be an expert marksman but never held a bow before, then here’s your chance to Try Archery !

USA Archery, is the National Governing Body for the sport of archery. We are excited to join in this partnership to help grow the sport of archery in communities across the country.

Our certified instructors will provide all the assistance and equipment your family will need. Pick up some new skills and enjoy nature at the beautiful Ocala Outdoor Adventure Camp that offers multiple shooting ranges. You can master your favorite range or just try them all, from the tower to the 3D trail.

Just bring your water bottles, sun protection and sense of adventure, and we’ll provide the rest!

Everyone is invited to try archery! 

Registration for this event is limited.

Here is the link to register: https://outreach.myfwc.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1877517&group=

This Saturday, at Fort King we will have two different workouts to choose from. We will be doing Yoga and a low intensity workout. I hope to see you there! 

Join us on September 7th to kick off the BioBlitz that will happen throughout the entire month across all city parks. At the kick-off event, we will have information and assistance to download the app, plant your own pollinators, and more!

The Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz is an event where community members work with park staff to create a snapshot of the variety of wildlife that can be found in local parks.

Participants will use an app, iNaturalist, to take pictures of plants, insects, and animals to see what wildlife is present in our parks. The information collected through the app will help the park system with more information about local pollinators which are essential to our ecosystem

Come get your bubbles and balance on with Caitlin Bass (Wings Of Change Yoga) Sunday September 8th, at 11 am! Come enjoy a fun, all-levels 60 minute yoga class- yogis get a discount on mimosas! Class is $15 pp Cash or Venmo. We will meet in the back of Bank Street’s event center behind the patio bar. Bring a mat and a buddy and get ready to plank it out for Prosecco! Follow @Wingsofchangeyoga on FB and Instagram for more info!

We’re back with Rave Spin and better than ever! Come in your glowiest outfits and get ready to party under the black light. After an exhilarating 45-minute EDM style class, stay for the after party and socialize with fellow fitness enthusiasts. Complimentary refreshments will be provided

Now on Fridays, STARLIGHT STUDIO is back to light up the night during Season 74!

STARLIGHT STUDIO is a great evening of free live music, a food truck, and an outdoor bar on the patio behind the theatre. This season, it will be held on Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. during Mainstage shows. For “Cinderella,” this will be September 6, 13, and 20.

Adam Pryor will be back to serenade audiences with his beautiful voice and guitar talents, performing a program of classic love songs and standards to get you in the mood for our romantic fairytale. And Pepere Joe’s will sell their delicious wares fit for royalty! Come for dinner, drinks, and music, then stay for the show at 7:30 p.m.

Or you can always join us just for STARLIGHT STUDIO! Come every week if you like. You’ll be enchanted by these golden early fall evenings of music and magic!

Our 3-phase shooling shows are great for both horses and riders. Located in the heart of central Florida’s horse country Majestic Oaks is a year-round equestrian facility.

Our team strives to give warm hospitality and show the appreciation we have for the riders.

If you are coming from out of town give us a call and reserve a stall, stay a few days, and enjoy our facility, which is open 7 days a week for schooling.

We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 schooling shows.

Pre-order tickets for Hike and Feast event at Florida Greenway Baseline Park on September 14th, 2024 at 9am.

Join us at Florida Greenway Baseline Park to enjoy a lovely, educational hiking experience where we will be exploring a 4 mile section of the Florida National Scenic Trail. Our certified Florida Master Naturalist guides will take you to all of the hot-spots on the trail and teach you about the flora and fauna that call this forest home. This section of the Florida Trail is a favorite among frequent FT hikers, and it is a gorgeous upland pine forest that showcases a transitional environment from dry sandy pines to a wet boggy swamp. After the hike, we will be enjoying a delicious 3-course “Pacific Rim Feast” prepared by our amazing chef team Bon Voisin Chef.

🎨 Join Us for an Enchanted Pumpkin Paint Party! 🎨

Get ready to embrace the magic of fall with a twist! 🍂  On September 18th from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, we have professional artist Vickie from Divine Designs joining us! She’ll be teaching how to bring a unique Enchanted Pumpkin design to life. This isn’t your typical pumpkin painting—this blue Enchanted Pumpkin will introduce you to fun textures and techniques that are sure to inspire your creativity – and perfect for all skill levels!

Registration deadline: Midnight September 15th, 2024. 

Reserve your spot now and let’s create something magical together! Tickets are $35 and will include your $5 cover charge at Meeple Movers and include access to our board game library! 

LINK FOR TICKETS: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f907263657e6f&mfid=1725622882871_f907263657e6f#/checkout/openButton

🕓 Come early to order your favorite food and drinks and make it an evening filled with fun, food, and creativity! 🎉 Sample our latest wines, beers and ciders as well as craft sodas and bubble tea! And you’ll definitely want to grab a pizza or pot stickers from our cafe menu (food and drink not covered in ticket price).

Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe
Shoppes of Paddock Park (Ollie’s Plaza on SR200)
3101 SW 34th Ave #803, Ocala FL 34474
Hours: Wed – Thurs 12pm – 8pm; Fri – Sat 12pm – 9pm, Sun 12pm-8pm
www.MeepleMovers.com
352-572-5637

3 days of barrelracing, ride 1,2 or 3 days. See pacwestbarrelracing.com FMI select PDF and read all pages. Reasonable entry fees, Average weekend awards for those that choose to participate.

Mega Race, sidepots and much more . Interested in becoming a vendor let us know. MORE INFO .

You never know we may even throw in a Futurity or a Slot race in to spice it up. Pee wee class Friday and Saturday prior to open.

Vendors galore and food too. Spectators free.

Limited RV hookups, but plenty of dry camping with generator and bathhouse on site plus a practice arena .

No overnight tie outs, get your stalls early and sign up later if you like by mail at pacwestbarrelracing.com or online at fastenter.com ck deadlines or give us a call 904-545-4511 FMI Vendors interested in participating please contact us. MORE INFORMATION TO COME

Now on Fridays, STARLIGHT STUDIO is back to light up the night during Season 74!

STARLIGHT STUDIO is a great evening of free live music, a food truck, and an outdoor bar on the patio behind the theatre. This season, it will be held on Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. during Mainstage shows. For “Cinderella,” this will be September 6, 13, and 20.

Adam Pryor will be back to serenade audiences with his beautiful voice and guitar talents, performing a program of classic love songs and standards to get you in the mood for our romantic fairytale. And Pepere Joe’s will sell their delicious wares fit for royalty! Come for dinner, drinks, and music, then stay for the show at 7:30 p.m.

Or you can always join us just for STARLIGHT STUDIO! Come every week if you like. You’ll be enchanted by these golden early fall evenings of music and magic!

Summer too Hot? Join Onyx on a refreshing tubing adventure down the 72 degree waters of Rainbow River Springs on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in Dunnellon. Bring your food and non-alcoholic beverages in a floating cooler to enjoy on a four-hour excursion down the beautiful Rainbow River. This family-friendly event will begin with a meet up at 9:00 am at 11463 N. Williams St., Dunnellon, Florida 34432. The cost is $25 per person. Parking is $20 per car. RSVP by August 31 to Janine Brown @ janinelewis62@yahoo.com

**Location:** Ocala Airport
**Date:** September 21st @ 10am

Come join us for a free, aviation-themed event full of activities and surprises! This celebration is dedicated to honoring and inspiring women in the field of aviation. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, aspiring pilot, or just looking for a fun day out, there’s something for everyone!

– Meet and greet with women pilots and aviation professionals and special Guests
– Interactive aviation exhibits
– Flight simulators
– Aircraft displays
– Kids’ activities
– Refreshments and giveaways

Bring your family and friends to experience the thrill of aviation and support women in this exciting field. We can’t wait to see you there!

This event will encompass seminars, breakout sessions, and hands on learning opportunities to improve your knowledge of your equine partners. Topics will range from equine nutrition, health care, behavior, and pasture management. A full agenda will be posted once we have finalized all of the speakers.
Registration required link for tickets.

https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ufifas-florida-equine-insitute-allied-trade-show-tickets-858253297717&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1714415071671633&usg=AOvVaw3IFebxRVj6CRB2znorxAzf

Pickleball and tennis tournament! Sign up and join the fun!!! We hope to see you out there 

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT | DANCING | FOOD TRUCKS | BEER SAMPLES | CRUISE-IN CAR SHOW | SELFIE STATION | FAMILY FUN GAMES

Free and open to the public (weather permitting). Vendors, and entertainment subject to change without notice.

For more information, visit www.CircleSquareCommons.com

Ocala Business Leaders is excited to host its 2nd Annual Play It Forward Golf Classic at the Ocala Golf Club on Saturday, October 5th.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Chief Greg Graham Legacy Foundation, a local 501(c)(3) established in honor of the late Chief Greg Graham, which aims to continue his legacy of service and dedication to the Ocala community.

View sponsorship and registration details here, https://ocalabusinessleaders.com/golf-tournament/.

The Ocala Out of the Darkness Walk will take place on Saturday, October 5th, 2024 at Sholom Park.

The Community Walks, held in hundreds of cities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.

Now, more than ever, it’s important to be there for one another and take steps to safeguard our mental health and prevent suicide.

Join us for the Fall Sunset Polo Season! Open the season with a celebration of Jimmy Buffet because it’s 5 o’clock here!

Gates open at 5pm!

Tailgate Tickets available online:
https://www.ocalapolo.com/tailgate-reservations.html

Matches are family friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don’t worry if you don’t know anything about horses or polo, come ready for a fun time tailgating with friends and we’ll teach you the rest!

#polo #ocalapolo #ocala #ocalahorse #horsesofocala #ocalamarion #horse #polopony #poloponies #horsecapitaloftheworld #horse #poloclub #poloseason2024 #ocalaevents #saturday #sunsetpolo

Come one, come all to Marion County Parks & Recreation’s 6th Annual Carnival!

Join us for an evening of fall fun with games, candy, music, food trucks, and giveaways! This year’s event boasts exciting additions like hay rides and a petting zoo.

As always admission is free but youth activities armbands will cost $5/child or 5 non-perishable donations for Bring the Harvest Home

Attention: Pre Registration opens July 1, 2024

27th Annual Jeeptoberfest October 11-13, 2024

 LOCATION:
Florida Horse Park!!
(West Entrance)

11851 SW 16th Ave, Ocala, FL

Get your 2023 Event Photos here!

More Info on Facebook= @jeeptoberfest or email: info@jeeptoberfest.com

Jeeptoberfest is one of the largest Jeep Only events in the Southeast. The Annual fundraiser event of the Ocala Jeep Club will be held October 11-13, 2024.

The 3-day event will include:

• Friday Oct. 11, 2024. Free Guided Trail Ride-Ocala National Forest. 9;00 AM. Meeting location to be announced.
• Friday Oct. 11, 2024. 5 to 8 p.m. Block party with show-and-shine Pink Night for Breast Cancer Awareness event at The Mojos Grill 4620 East Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, FL 34470. Follow @jeeptoberfest on FB for updates.
• Saturday Oct. 12, 2024. 8 AM to 5 PM. Jeep Event Offroad Courses & Vendors at the Florida Horse Park.  Raffle @ 4pm.
• Sunday Oct. 13, 2024. 8 AM to 4 PM. Jeep Event Offroad Courses & Vendors at the Florida Horse Park.  Raffle @ 3pm.
• Pre Registration Price $70 (Parking Fee Waived). per Jeep covers all occupants legally buckled in for Sat. & Sunday events. Day of registration will be $80. ($10 to park + $70 to enter Jeep= $80 total.)

PLEASE NOTE JEEP REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1, 2024!!!!!

FOOD VENDORS MUST EMAIL info@jeeptoberfest.com FOR THE FOOD VENDOR APPLICATION!

Our 3-phase shooling shows are great for both horses and riders. Located in the heart of central Florida’s horse country Majestic Oaks is a year-round equestrian facility.

Our team strives to give warm hospitality and show the appreciation we have for the riders.

If you are coming from out of town give us a call and reserve a stall, stay a few days, and enjoy our facility, which is open 7 days a week for schooling.

We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 schooling shows.

Join us for the Fall Sunset Polo Season! Open the season with a celebration of Jimmy Buffet because it’s 5 o’clock here!

Gates open at 5pm!

Tailgate Tickets available online:
https://www.ocalapolo.com/tailgate-reservations.html

Matches are family friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don’t worry if you don’t know anything about horses or polo, come ready for a fun time tailgating with friends and we’ll teach you the rest!

#polo #ocalapolo #ocala #ocalahorse #horsesofocala #ocalamarion #horse #polopony #poloponies #horsecapitaloftheworld #horse #poloclub #poloseason2024 #ocalaevents #saturday #sunsetpolo

Nami Walk brings participants together to bring awareness to the community about mental health conditions. We walk to help reduce stigma, raise funds for NAMI Marion County’s free Signature Programs, and to let people know that they are not alone.

SADDLE UP FOR MENTAL HEALTH and join us in Marion County’s first ever NAMIWalk!

Oct 17th 5 pm to 10 pm Special Abilities night. No strobing lights, slower pace.

Oct 19th a car show that is open to anyone.

Live entertainment sponsored by the Horde of Culture both Saturday nights, with a trash to fashion contest (garments made out of recycled items: tape, magazines, newspaper etc.)

For more information visit our website FKHK.org sponsored by GraphicTen.

For Specials look on the Deem It App for coupons

Ghost Tour of Historic Ocala, come and join us on October 18 at 6-7pm and October 19 at 6-7pm. Meet at Bryant House to start a walking tour the old haunted neighborhood

Join us for the Fall Sunset Polo Season! Open the season with a celebration of Jimmy Buffet because it’s 5 o’clock here!

Gates open at 5pm!

Tailgate Tickets available online:
https://www.ocalapolo.com/tailgate-reservations.html

Matches are family friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don’t worry if you don’t know anything about horses or polo, come ready for a fun time tailgating with friends and we’ll teach you the rest!

#polo #ocalapolo #ocala #ocalahorse #horsesofocala #ocalamarion #horse #polopony #poloponies #horsecapitaloftheworld #horse #poloclub #poloseason2024 #ocalaevents #saturday #sunsetpolo

Ghost Tour of Historic Ocala, come and join us on October 18 at 6-7pm and October 19 at 6-7pm. Meet at Bryant House to start a walking tour the old haunted neighborhood