Category: Outdoors & Sports

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!

A Draft Horse competition showcasing riding, racing, jumping, halter and driving classes.

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.

We would love for you to join us;
Flyers(age5-12) at 10am ($20)
Team(all ages) 11am ($20)
Base(age13-up) at 12pm($20)

More details to come for this event

JOIN US & SUPPORT A CAUSE IN EFFORTS TO RAISE FUNDS “BREAST CANCER” 

ANNUAL DANCE – A – THON GET IN FORMATION FITNESS PRESENTS AN EPIC PINK PARTY OCT. 12, 2024

GRAB YOUR TICKETS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN SOME AMAZING GIFTS/DONATIONS FROM LOCAL MARION CO. BUSINESSESS!!

HONORED SUPPORTER AND DONOR TESHAJCONSULTING

DON’T MISS OUT!

The Two Rivers Music Festival & Food Truck Rally IS BACK AT ERNIE MILLS PARK & E. PENNSYLVANIA AVE.

Please join us on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 5 pm. – 10 pm.

For Food & Music Located at Ernie Mills Park. Along E. Pennsylvania Ave.

At the Go For Donuts Plaza, Badcock Furniture, and ending at Exit Realty.

We are looking for specialty craft vendors and food trucks.

Please fill out the application and payment link below to apply.

Hurry! Please be aware that we DO NOT USE ANY THIRD-PARTY EVENT PLANNERS FOR ANY OF OUR EVENTS. PLEASE DO NOT MAKE PAYMENTS TO ANYONE OTHER THAN The Dunnellon Chamber & Business Association.

Early bird pricing ends August 30th. Application deadline is September 27th.

For questions or more information please call (352) 489-2320
https://dunnellonchamber.com/new-venue-for-the-two…/

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

Ocala’s infamous Haunted Trail is back again at Wayne’s World of Paintball! So, grab some friends for a night of thrills and screams as you wander through five acres of
running zombies, killer clowns, slasher villains, and much more!

This year, we welcome BEETLEJUICE!

Dates: October 11-12, 18-19, 25-26
Admission is CASH ONLY: $15 for Adults and $10 for Children (12 and under). (Proceeds are donated to Toys for Tots and Cathy’s Kids.)
Gates are open 8pm-11pm. All guests within the gates before 11pm will still be admitted.
Proper footwear is highly recommended. (You are running through the woods.)

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!

Mondays and Wednesdays at 6pm
Our FALL session starts Monday, October 14th

Offered at
Nadi Om Wellness
(in Jasmine Square)
6118 SW Hwy 200
Ocala, FL
352.525.0247

Registration required at: http://www.nadiomwelllness.org/ytoc/

Learn the tools of yoga to help reduce anxiety and build resilience! 

The YOGA TOOLS COURSE is a four week program that allows those wishing to add yoga to their health care/recovery plan the opportunity to learn the mindful practices of yoga. 

Our programs are donation sponsored – participants do not pay to attend. Our mission is to share the healing practice of yoga with the local community to support those who would seek more for their health care. 

Set up a discovery call today at http://www.nadiomwelllness.org/ytoc/

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

**This is a ticketed event. Tickets can be purchased at https://floridanaturalistexperience.square.site/ , contact us by messenger to purchase tickets by PayPal or Zelle**

We are so excited to present our very first Camp and Feast event! We will be camping at Indian Lake State Forest at their new group camping site from Friday October 18th evening until the afternoon of Sunday October 20th. Our naturalist tour guides will be taking you on two different educational ecotour hikes during this event, one during the day and one at night where we will be more likely to see wildlife. Your ticket includes park admission, parking, campsite rental, both ecotours, and several meals prepared by our phenomenal chef team, Bon Voisin Chef.

The schedule for this event is as follows:

Friday October 18th:

Arrive to set up camp at 4:30pm

Dinner and snack will be served around 5:30pm.

We will have a campfire, feel free to bring instruments and spooky stories!

Saturday October 19th:

Breakfast and coffee around 8am

EcoTour Hike around Indian Lake State Forest -Approximately 2-3 hours long, starting at 9:30am

Day-use of Indian lake until dinner time -A great time to go fishing at Indian Lake! (Fishing poles not included)

Dinner at camp around 5:30pm Night Hike to Indian Lake Graveyard starting at 7pm Camp Fire upon return to campsite.

Sunday October 20th: Breakfast and coffee served at 8am

Lunch Served at 10am

Pack up camp, check out at 11:30.

You must bring your own tent, headlamp and bedding to this event. We will provide water and some sodas for beverages, but plan to bring any other beverages you may want during your stay. We are thrilled to enjoy a weekend with you all exploring the woods and teaching you about Floridas natural wonders while enjoying delicious meals!

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

We would love for you to join us;
Flyers(age5-12) at 10am ($20)
Team(all ages) 11am ($20)
Base(age13-up) at 12pm($20)

Join us for a Spirited (6-8pm)or non-spirited(4-6pm)Art & Graveyard Tour benefiting the MAX by the light of a nearly full moon. Tour begins at the Magnolia Art Xchange where guests will sip on a craft cocktail or mocktail while perusing the galleries. From there, we will meander with a historic guide through Ocala’s oldest public Cemetery to see some of the dearly departed residents there. We will talk about our town’s past, and guests on the Spirited tour will have the opportunity to ask a question from the local residents in the Evergreen Cemetery and place their pennies where they lie. From there, we will trek back over the railroad tracks to the old Union Station where local resident artists will tell us spooky happenings of their unexplained “experiences” while at the MAX. If you like art, trains, old things, or story telling, this will be a night to remember.

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

Ocala’s infamous Haunted Trail is back again at Wayne’s World of Paintball! So, grab some friends for a night of thrills and screams as you wander through five acres of
running zombies, killer clowns, slasher villains, and much more!

This year, we welcome BEETLEJUICE!

Dates: October 11-12, 18-19, 25-26
Admission is CASH ONLY: $15 for Adults and $10 for Children (12 and under). (Proceeds are donated to Toys for Tots and Cathy’s Kids.)
Gates are open 8pm-11pm. All guests within the gates before 11pm will still be admitted.
Proper footwear is highly recommended. (You are running through the woods.)

Welcome to the Brown’s Fall Craft Market 2024!

Located at Brown & Brown Farms and as part of the Brown’s Fall Harvest Festival & Maze season (https://brownandbrownfarms.com/fall-festival/), this craft market is FREE to park and shop at.

After great success last year, this year’s Fall Craft Market will begin at 11am and run until 4pm, with over 100 vendors, who we will feature on this event page, and a great variety of food trucks!

Located outside on our beautiful farm, take in all things Fall as you wonder among the variety of vendors selling their crafty creations! Expect everything from Fall wreaths and decorations, to handmade jewelry, wooden signs, homemade baked goods and much more!

If you would like to take part as either a seller or food truck, simply fill out our official application form here – https://brownandbrownfarms.com/fall-craft-market…/

PLEASE BEWARE OF SCAMMERS – There are NO tickets to this event as it is FREE to attend and the link above is the ONLY way to apply to take part!

Should the event be rained off, it will take place exactly 2 weeks later at 11am on Sunday, November 3rd

See y’all there!

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

The 9th Annual 352 Shootout presented by Gainesville Towing Service is Thursday October 24th through Saturday October 26th, 2024 at Gainesville Raceway in Gainesville, FL!
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– 11 different racing classes (including a test and tune / class racing on Friday afternoon / evening; a full day of qualifying and class racing eliminations on Saturday); details on classes and rules are detailed in individual posts in the discussion section!
– Classes for street cars and race cars to participate in!
– A car show with a minimum 13 awards presented!
– Halloween fun! Costume contest with cash prizes-awards for kids and adults, plus trunk or treat!
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– Thursday October 24th will be early parking and tech inspection. Open to racers, crew and vendors / sponsors only on this date (no spectator tickets available on this day).
SCHEDULE:
12 p.m.: Racer / Crew / Sponsor Gate opens
1:30 p.m.: Tech inspection opens
6:30 p.m.: Tech inspection secured
7 p.m.: Gate secured / entry road stacking begins (security on-site)

– Friday October 25th will be our first full day of racing! We will have a test and tune session (open to 352 Shootout competitors only), as well as qualifying for 2 new racing classes, with eliminations taking place under the lights at Gainesville Raceway!
This day will be open to racers, crew and all spectators.
SCHEDULE:
8 a.m.: Racer / Crew / Sponsor / VIP Spectator Gate opens
8:30 a.m.: Tech inspection opens
10 a.m.: Spectator Gate (General Admission) opens
11 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Test and Tune Session ($75 per vehicle pre-enter / $100 at the gate)
5 p.m.: Qualifying Session #1 (Street Car Shootout / Street Sportsman classes)
6:30 p.m.: Qualifying Session #2 (Street Car Shootout / Street Sportsman classes)
6:30 p.m.: Tech inspection secured
8 p.m.: Driver’s meeting (Street Car Shootout / Street Sportsman)
8:30 p.m.: Eliminations begin (Street Car Shootout / Street Sportsman classes)
11 p.m.: Gate secured (security on-site)

– Saturday October 26th will be our second full day of racing, with two qualifying sessions in the morning / early afternoon, then class eliminations planned for a 4 p.m. start time. We will also host a car show with 13 awards up for grabs in the morning, a costume contest with cash prizes-awards for kids and adults, plus trunk or treat!
This day will be open to racers, crew and all spectators.
SCHEDULE:
7:30 a.m.: Racer / Crew / Sponsor Gate opens
8 a.m.: Car Show / VIP Spectator Gate opens
8 a.m.: Tech inspection opens
9 a.m.: Spectator Gate (General Admission) opens
9:30 a.m.: Qualifying Session #1 (called by class)
10:30 a.m.: Car Show Registration closes
12:30 p.m.: Car Show awards presented
12:30 p.m.: Tech inspection secured
12:45 p.m.: Qualifying Session #2 (called by class)
4 p.m.: Round 1 eliminations begin
11 p.m.: Gate secured (security on-site)

– In the case of weather or issue that don’t allow us to complete the event on Saturday October 26th, we will have Sunday October 27th as a rain date.
MORE DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE IN INDIVIDUAL POSTS BY CLICKING THE “DISCUSSION” TAB!

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.

We would love for you to join us;
Flyers(age5-12) at 10am ($20)
Team(all ages) 11am ($20)
Base(age13-up) at 12pm($20)

The Ocala Arts Festival has been voted as one of the most loved events in our community. Artists are chosen by an independent panel of four judges. There will be a minimum of 160 artists from all over the United States bringing their beautiful pieces to downtown Ocala, Florida. The Art Festival is produced by an all-volunteer board and draws more than 25,000 visitors each year.

Artists compete for $22,000 worth of award money presented to the winners which are selected by two prestigious judges.

There will be:

• Live local entertainment on two different stages, at the Downtown Gazebo stage and Citizens Circle.

• Food Vendors are located throughout the downtown area. Food Trucks rally at Citizens Circle.

• A Student Art Tent showcases artwork from the local schools in Marion County.

• Children’s activities are presented by the Appleton Museum of Art.

• This is an event that the entire family will enjoy.

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

Ocala’s infamous Haunted Trail is back again at Wayne’s World of Paintball! So, grab some friends for a night of thrills and screams as you wander through five acres of
running zombies, killer clowns, slasher villains, and much more!

This year, we welcome BEETLEJUICE!

Dates: October 11-12, 18-19, 25-26
Admission is CASH ONLY: $15 for Adults and $10 for Children (12 and under). (Proceeds are donated to Toys for Tots and Cathy’s Kids.)
Gates are open 8pm-11pm. All guests within the gates before 11pm will still be admitted.
Proper footwear is highly recommended. (You are running through the woods.)

We would love for you to join us;
Flyers(age5-12) at 10am ($20)
Team(all ages) 11am ($20)
Base(age13-up) at 12pm($20)

Music lovers of all ages will enjoy Sunset Songs Series! This free concert series on the downtown square brings you the best local and regional artists performing funk, blues, reggae, and country originals as the sun goes down. Kick back and soak in the melodies with the perfect Wednesday night activity. If you love music and sunsets, the Sunset Songs Series is for you! End your day on a melodic high note at these not-to-be-missed community concerts.

~Monthly concerts September through May featuring top-notch musical talent
~All concerts are 100% free – just bring your lawn chair or blanket!
~Unwind and discover great new music in a gorgeous outdoor setting
~Grab a bite to eat at one of our many amazing local downtown restaurants
~Please bring your own chairs.

Visit www.ocalafl.gov/sunsetsongsseries to see the complete fall schedule.

Recently voted Orlando’s Best Rock Act and Best Singer/songwriter (2 years running), Cat Ridgeway is a powerhouse performer from Orlando, FL known for her soulful vocals, high energy, and magnetic stage presence. She has directly supported acts including Houndmouth, Amanda Shires, Hannah Wicklund, and Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer Marty Balin (Jefferson Airplane/Starship) and shared bills with Arcade Fire, Leon Bridges, Sylvan Esso, and Lucy Dacus (Boygenius) among many more. Additionally, in 2016 indie rock duo Tegan & Sara personally selected Cat as the winner of their worldwide cover contest, praising her vocals and multi-instrumentalism. With a voice much bigger than she is, anywhere she plays, a buzz is sure to follow

Every month, you and your little ones can discover a new park in the City of Ocala. Our engaging interpretive program is designed for curious tykes who love to ask questions. During these sessions, we’ll have a brief discussion, a creative craft activity, and the opportunity for a guided hike, or even some interactive singing and playing with one of our Rangers.

Sept. 5 – Tuscawilla Park | 800 NE Sanchez Ave.
Oct. 3 – Fort King National Historic Landmark | 3925 E Fort King St.
Nov. 7 – Heritage Nature Conservancy | 2005 NE Third St.
Dec. 5 – Scott Springs | 2825 SW 24th Ave.

Cirque Ma’Ceo is back in OCALA at an all new location with a sensational spectacle that will leave you breathless!

Immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled beauty! Witness the most stunning horses and extraordinary human artists from across the globe come together in an exclusive universe that will transport you back in time.

Prepare to be awestruck by an up-close and personal experience that will tantalize your senses and unveil the mesmerizing beauty and mystery of Cirque Ma’Ceo! This is an event you won’t want to miss.

Where:
Circle Square Commons at On Top of the World Communities
8435 SW 80th Street
Ocala, FL 34481

 TICKETS: www.CirqueMaCeo.com
 DATES: November 8th – 10th
 Friday 7:00pm
Saturday 4:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm & 4:00pm
 Free Parking Onsite

Advance Tickets
Please purchase your advance tickets from our website. Any other online source is NOT authorized and their prices are incorrect.
www.cirquemaceo.com

We would love for you to join us;
Flyers(age5-12) at 10am ($20)
Team(all ages) 11am ($20)
Base(age13-up) at 12pm($20)

Cirque Ma’Ceo is back in OCALA at an all new location with a sensational spectacle that will leave you breathless!

Immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled beauty! Witness the most stunning horses and extraordinary human artists from across the globe come together in an exclusive universe that will transport you back in time.

Prepare to be awestruck by an up-close and personal experience that will tantalize your senses and unveil the mesmerizing beauty and mystery of Cirque Ma’Ceo! This is an event you won’t want to miss.

Where:
Circle Square Commons at On Top of the World Communities
8435 SW 80th Street
Ocala, FL 34481

 TICKETS: www.CirqueMaCeo.com
 DATES: November 8th – 10th
 Friday 7:00pm
Saturday 4:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm & 4:00pm
 Free Parking Onsite

Advance Tickets
Please purchase your advance tickets from our website. Any other online source is NOT authorized and their prices are incorrect.
www.cirquemaceo.com