Category: Outdoors & Sports

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

We will start with Velocity (speed swimming) on at 9am on Saturday and Eclipse (Air Grab) at 9am on Sunday. Regular Horizon (distance) rounds will start once the specialty rounds …

Join us at BIG DADDYS Traders Village on Saturday July 28th for TNT and Sunday Sunday Sunday for Race 4 an adrenaline-pumping RC drag racing event!

We have classes and fast-paced action for all ages.

Come race and battle to be in the Top 10 for a chance to advance to the Countdown to the Championship PLAYOFFS!

Cheer on the swimming greats with us as “France Comes to FAST!” Join us on Sunday, July 28, from 1:30-5 PM and Sunday, August 4, from 11:30 AM-3 PM as we cheer on the swimming champions. These events are open to the public and free for FAST members. For more information, please visit https://floridafast.com/events/france-comes-to-fast/

Cheer on the swimming greats with us as “France Comes to FAST!” Join us on Sunday, July 28, from 1:30-5 PM and Sunday, August 4, from 11:30 AM-3 PM as we cheer on the swimming champions. These events are open to the public and free for FAST members. For more information, please visit https://floridafast.com/events/france-comes-to-fast/

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 3rd Annual Retro Run 5k.

Dig out your high school running shorts, Chuck Taylors, and cotton t-shirts, and let’s kick it old school with the Retro Run 5k. This 5k will take place downtown at Ocala’s new favorite race course.

Packet Pickup: Notice Me Marketing and Media
8/16/24
11 am – 2 pm
2425 NE 18th Pl
Ste 103
Ocala, FL 34470

T-Shirt – Register by 8/7 to guarantee your race shirt

Awards

Top 3 Overall

Overall Masters

Top 3 Age Group

9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74 and 75 AND OVER

Best Dressed – Dress in your favorite old-school running outfit.

Fastest 5k in Chucks – Blisters be damned, the fastest 5k in Chucks (or similar canvas shoes) will be eligible for a special prize!

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!

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!

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!

Join us for the Labor Day Barrel Blast held at World Equestrian Center – Ocala August 28-September 2.

$75,000 added in prize money and awards.
$25,000 added in the Youth 4D 12 and Under as of January 1, 2024.
$25,000 added in Teen 4D 13-18 as of January 1, 2024.
Youth and Teen offer two Go’s and a Finals.
$10,000 added to Open 4D’s, $5,000 each race.

Entries will be open on Saddlebook starting June 10! Questions, contact Barrel Racing Events Manager, Sabra O’Quinn at 352.572.7575 or email sabra.oquinn@wec.net.

Exhibitors, join the Barrel Racing at WEC Facebook group for important updates!

Spectators, competition begins Friday and runs through Monday.

Join us for the Labor Day Barrel Blast held at World Equestrian Center – Ocala August 28-September 2.

$75,000 added in prize money and awards.
$25,000 added in the Youth 4D 12 and Under as of January 1, 2024.
$25,000 added in Teen 4D 13-18 as of January 1, 2024.
Youth and Teen offer two Go’s and a Finals.
$10,000 added to Open 4D’s, $5,000 each race.

Entries will be open on Saddlebook starting June 10! Questions, contact Barrel Racing Events Manager, Sabra O’Quinn at 352.572.7575 or email sabra.oquinn@wec.net.

Exhibitors, join the Barrel Racing at WEC Facebook group for important updates!

Spectators, competition begins Friday and runs through Monday.

Celebrate Labor Day with us at FAST! Dive into our refreshing outdoor pool, frolic in the outdoor spray ground, and immerse yourself in themed entertainment! Indulge in delicious fare from FAST Fuel Cafe available for purchase. This celebration is open to the public and FREE for FAST members. For non-members, it’s just $5 for kids and $10 for adults. See you there!

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

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.

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.

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

Micanopy is the town that time forgot. This quiet little town bustles with activity as the vendors pour into town and fill Cholokka Boulevard.

Many local artists, crafters, and musicians participate in the festival, as well as other artists from across the southeast.

The tradition and ever evolving quality of the show attracts a broad range of the buying public.

Along with the two hundred displays of arts and crafts there are many other attractions.

The main stage plays host to a variety of good time music throughout the festival and an old time auction of items donated by participating vendors on Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

Halter, Performance, Sport Horse, Dressage, Jumping Arabian & Half Arabian Horse show with the Keystone Experience Barn