Saturday is Sizzlin and here is your list of things to do in the Ocala area today! The description to each event is listed below. Thank you to our sponsors of the month,
Habitat Strawberry Festival🍓
GCM Ocala - The Villages
The State of Real with Buddy and Kenny
LIVE MUSIC:
Halfway Hippie on the Ocala Downtown Square
CottonMouth at O'Calahans Pub & Eatery
Thug Passion at XS Live
Eric Fisher Music at The Keep Downtown
Brett Bass and Melted Plectrum at Ocala Recreation and Parks
Nick Soliday at Hiatus Brewing Company
Dan Signor Project at Infinite Ale Works
The Tony Tyler Trace at Pi on Broadway
Conrad Marcum Band at Hilton Ocala
Dark Horse at Charlie Horse – Ocala
Bottoms Up at The First & Last Tab Food & Spirits
Southern Burn at Circle Square Commons
Karaoke at Thirsty Turtle Pub
Tim May & Steve Smith at Windy Hill concert series
Godiva Music at Morgan’s Music Junction
Ocala Cattle Drive & Cowboy Round-Up! Hosted by Ocala Recreation and Parks and Tuscawilla Park from 10AM – 2PM. 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 - Six Gun Territory Gunfighters - Cowboy Tom - The Pistolero Deke Rivers - Cowboy Circus with Danny Grant - Craft Vendors - Food Trucks - Trucks, Tractors & Trailers - Kid's Corral - Farm Animals - Marion Rotary Duck Derby 2020 and more! Mark your calendars and join us for hollerin' good time! Marion Rotary Duck Derby 2020 - Join us Saturday February 8, 2020 when we launch 5,000 rubber ducks into the water at Tuscawilla Park for an epic race! Adopt a duck and watch it race across the lake for a chance to win cash prizes! Proceeds from this event benefit Discovery Center.
2020 Ocala Tractor Pull hosted by Southeastern Livestock Pavilion starting at 3PM. 4th Annual 2020 Ocala Tractor Pull. Family friendly event on Friday & Saturday night. Multiple food vendors & onsite ATM machines. Wheelchair accessible.
2020 All Truck Season Opener hosted by Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing Inc. from 9AM – 5PM. The 2020 All Truck Season Opener classic and custom truck show presented by Street Trucks Magazine. Held at Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing in Ocala Florida. All custom and classic trucks only. No cars, bikes, jeeps, off-road trucks or paddle tires allowed. Meet Big Daddy Don Garlits! $20 Per Vehicle Registered $40 for one of 35 Premier Spots on Concrete No Cost For General Admission! Friday 02/07/20 set up day. SHOW CLASSES, TOP 50 TRUCKS, BEST OF SHOW, BEST PAINT, BEST INTERIOR, BEST ENGINE, BEST FEMALE OWNED TRUCK, SPECIALTY CHOICE AWARDS, BIG DADDY DON GARLITS CHOICE, STREET TRUCKS CHOICE, C10 BUILDERS CHOICE, F100 BUILDERS CHOICE, OFFICIAL SPONSOR CHOICE Sponsors, Vendors and Volunteers please contact
[email protected] Hotel info: 1) Sleep Inn & Suites - 13600 SW 17th Ct, Ocala, FL 34473 - 352-347-8383 2) Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ocala - 1770 SW 134th St, Ocala, FL 34473 - (352) 261-0024 3) Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala - Belleview - 2075 SW Hwy 484, Ocala, FL 34473 - (352) 347-1600 This is not a Street Trucks event. We are just sponsoring and covering the event.
Marion County Speedway Speedweek hosted by Marion County Speedway from 12PM – 10PM. Micro Sprint Speedweek and Mini Sprints Battle of the Bullring.
RVM’s 2nd Annual Early Spring Market hosted by Rustique Vintage Market from 9AM – 3PM. 💐Our 2nd Annual Early Spring Market will be held at our Rustique Vintage Market store and at Muddy Lotus Tea behind our store in Ocala on Saturday, February 8, 2020 🌸 Make plans to attend, Mark your calendar and share the event with friends! We will have the BEST vendors around for you to shop with!! ••VENDORS: Send DM with your email address for application ••••ONLY 50 spots available!!••••
The Villages Balloon Festival - Winter Celebration Hosted by The Villages Balloon Festival and The Villages Polo Club February 7-9th. 2-10pm. Saturday The Villages Balloon Festival - Winter Celebration ◾️ Fun ◾️ Food ◾️ Entertainment will be February 7th & 8th, 2020. This event will also feature: food trucks, vendors, a free Kid Zone, strolling entertainment, 2 stages, and an Antique Car Show! February 9, 2020 will be an event for existing ticket holders only, no tickets will be sold for February 9. We will have a Goodbye Flight from 7:00 am - 9:00 am for everyone wishing to see the balloons one last time. **Please be aware that all balloon activities are weather dependent and we cannot guarantee any of them will inflate during the festival or at the tentatively scheduled time.
VW Air-Cooled Swap Meet & Yard Sale hosted by The VDUB Factory USA from 7AM – 3PM. We decided to put on another swap meet to get everyone involved! There will be free setup, a food truck , music and come in and see the new showroom! We can't wait to see you!
Parking Lot Sale hosted by Wilding's Antiques from 8AM – 4PM. Please come join us Saturday, Feb 8th starting at 8am for our antique family parking lot sale. These great dealers always make it a blast and bring some of the best finds around!!!
Beary Sweet Valentine Pageant hosted by StartingPoint Summerfield Florida starting at 12PM. FEBRUARY 8, 2019 StartingPoint Church~ Summerfield, FL Registration Starts: 11:00am Pageant Start Time: 12:30pm LIMITED TO 30 GIRL CONTESTANTS & 5 BOY CONTESTANTS! FOR PAGEANT DETAILS VISIT
http://www.beautifulfacespageantry.com/bearysweetvalentinepageant
The Chocolate Experience hosted by Earth Origins Market - Ocala from 12PM – 3PM. If you love chocolate, you won't want to miss this free tasting event! Come in and sample a variety of chocolate treats - vegan, no sugar added, dark and milk chocolate - there is something for everyone! We'll have everything from chocolate bars to cookies to protein shakes.
Sweets for Your Sweetie hosted by Marion County Public Library System - FL from 2PM – 3PM. Learn cupcake-decorating techniques to surprise your valentine.
Anti-Valentines Day Party hosted by Picasso's Palette from 6PM – 9PM. In February it seems like you can't go to a single store without mushy gushy Valentines EVERYWHERE. So Picasso's Palette decided to mix it up with an Anti-Valentine's Day Party. At this event we will have Finger foods, Cookies, & WINE! Come paint on a canvas, wine glasses or a ceramic.
Bestie Bash hosted by Paddock Mall from 12PM – 2PM. Ready for a blast from the past? Classic Valentines, cookie decorating and so many more fun crafts are waiting to be made at our Bestie Bash. Bring your kiddos (and their besties!), and spend some time together crafting up a storm at this super cool KidX event. Just head to Paddock Mall Saturday, Feb. 8 from noon to 2 p.m. We’re excited to spread a little love this Valentine’s Day with you!
Partner Aerial Yoga- V-Day edition hosted by Studio SC from 6PM – 7PM. Date Night Alert !!! Valentines Day is fast approaching and I've got a special class planned that involves you and your partner. Sweet moments are made in the air and funny ones to all while doing yoga. $40 per couple 8 couples max per class. DM to register for class.
Valentine's Family Gathering hosted by Feathered Nest- Art, Antiques and Interesting Objects from 9AM – 2PM. Come out with your family and enjoy local vendors with artwork, yardsale items, crafts, BBQ, snowcones, cotton candy, games for the whole family and so much more. Be sure to stay for the special performance by the students at Elevations Academy of Dance and Encompass Martial Arts! There will be special discounts throughout the store. *Message for vendor spot information.
Mossy Oaks Valentine's Day Open House hosted by Mossy Oaks Antique Mall from 10AM – 5PM. Mossy Oaks Antique Mall's Valentine's Day Open House. join us for refreshments, door prizes, discounts and a drawing for the grand prize--$100 gift certificate.
African American Read-In hosted by Fort McCoy Public Library from 12PM – 1PM. Celebrate a rich heritage in literature, film, music and art at our 30th National African American Read-In! Readers, performers and listeners of all ages welcome! Contact the library if you are interested in performing or reading.
Pop up Sweet of a sale! Hosted by Friends of the Freedom Library from 10AM – 3PM. The Friends of Freedom Public Library will be having a "sweetheart of a sale" on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. till 3 p.m. at Freedom Public Library. All the books in the Lobby Book Shop will be half price. There will be bargains on C.D.s, D.V.D.'s and puzzles. Our "Crafty Ladies" group will have wonderful handmade items for your sweetheart and we will have delicious home made cookies of sale. Don't miss this chance to get some great deals
EDUCATION Morning hosted by Dunnellon Community Garden from 10AM – 1PM. guest speakers and sharing information
Appleteens-Glass Fusing Workshop hosted by Appleton Museum of Artt from 1PM – 3PM. This program is for the tweens and teens, featuring age-appropriate art projects for ages 12+ across a variety of themes and mediums. All materials included. Appleton Members: $25; Nonmembers $30. Themed Tour: Docent's Choice hosted by Appleton Museum of Art from 1PM – 2PM. Join us for a guided tour where the topic is determined on the spot with input from you! Tours can range from highlights of the permanent collection to overviews of our special exhibitions, or more focused looks at specific galleries or genres. This tour meets in the museum lobby at 1 p.m. and is about 45 minutes in length. Free for Appleton members; included with museum admission fee for nonmembers.
Saturday Art with Miss Sheila hosted by Outreach autism Services Network-OASN from 10AM – 11:30AM. Art Classes are BACK! Classes are open to individuals OaSN serves (all ages) and their caregivers. Siblings welcome. Individual OaSN serves must have an intake form on file on/after 8/1/19. Class is open to individuals with autism & related neuroimmune issues of all ages. Parent/Guardian or Caregiver must be present. This is not a drop off event. Limited openings. Our staff will let you know if you have secured a spot. Register for this no cost class at this link:
https://form.jotform.com/oasnopa/saturday-art-class-feb2020
FCS Foundation | Farm to Table hosted by Castle Gate Farm, LLC from 5PM – 9PM. Join the FCS Foundation for an evening in Ocala, Florida. It’s farm-to-table experience with local fare, entertainment, auctions and more. All event proceeds provide non-medical financial assistance to cancer patients. Co-Chairs: Dr. Luis and Guisela Carrascosa and Dr. Sachin and Shelly Kamath
Back To The 70's / 80's Party !! Hosted by MAE Beer & Tapas from 6PM – 1AM. let's boogie in a far out night full of retro music, drinks, food, peace and love. Dress up, join the groovy fever and have tons of fun !!!
Dog Adoption Event! Hosted by Mr Mochas Pet Supplies from 10AM – 2PM. Marion County Animal Services and Mr Mochas Pet Supplies are joining forces to help a few shelter dogs find a better life. Please join us if you have been considering adding to your family and helping a shelter dog. Want information on volunteering, fostering, or local cat programs? Stop by to learn what MCAS has to offer!
Grand Opening! Hosted by Bone Appetit' & More from 9AM – 6PM. Come to our Grand Opening, Saturday, February 8, 2020, from 10:00 a.m. until whenever! Say hello, see our store, shop and buy :)
Dem Boyz 5 Game Handicap Sweeper hosted by AMF Bowling Co. from 1PM – 4PM. 5 game sweeper.. $50 entry fee handicap or scratch side with $90 for both...brackets both sides...high game both sides... using highest book avg from 2018-19 ALL CURRENT USBC RULES WILL BE IN EFFECT...payout will be 1:5
Silver River Fun Paddle hosted by Ray Wayside Park from 10AM – 2PM. Welcome to AdVANtures on the Daily, where Florida’s natural treasures become your playground for an experience you will never forget! See Florida’s wildlife in their natural habitat, including awe-inspiring monkeys, manatees, and other aquatic life. Enjoy the thrill of mountain biking, cultivate serenity with yoga on the farm, refresh and recharge with one of our special weekend retreats. Looking for an unforgettable day trip experience? Unleash your sense of adventure with Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) or kayaking on some of Florida’s most beautiful natural springs. Silver Springs - Often called the gateway to the Ocala National Forest, this vibrantly clear and beautiful spring is one of the largest artesian springs known to man. Florida’s first tourist attraction features one of the largest artesian springs in the world. We will be paddling on top of the crystal springs that have been inviting admirers for decades and sustaining a wealth of aquatic life. The tour includes board or kayak (your choice) paddle, life preserver, safety instruction, entrance into the park and launch fees. This cost also includes shuttle from exit point back to vehicle. This is a 5 mile paddle that flows along the river. Along the river we will discover plentiful fish life, several springs, native plant life, Reese monkeys, alligators, manatees and native Florida birds. Rental options: Bote inflatable stand up paddle board $65 Single kayak $55 Bring your own floatation $25/ PP
Obstacle Practice and Trail Ride hosted by SunKissed Farm Obstacle Course from 10AM – 3PM. Obstacle practice and trail ride! Come practice on the course from 10 am to 12 pm. Break for lunch (bring your own). Trail ride from 1 pm until approximately 3 pm. Located at 6653 N Oakfield Point, Dunnellon, FL. RSVP's are required as trailer parking is limited. Cost is $25 per rider/horse combo obstacle practice and $10 more if you come on the trail ride. Event will only take place if we have at least 5 confirmed riders. Trailer parking is limited to first come first serve. We suggest you buddy up. RSVP no later than Thursday 2/6/2020. Negative coggins required. E-mail your completed registration forms to
[email protected] or print and bring them with you. You can find them on our page under the pinned post with the parking diagram or as a post on this event! Stay tuned to our page for updates. Super excited to be a part of building great relationships between horse and human!
War Zone Airsoft Walk On hosted by Wayne's World of Paintball from 9:30AM – 5PM. War Zone Airsoft '' Walk On Games '' $20 all day play. $10 all day air for Hpa users. Rentals start at $15 (Entree fee is not included in this) We also have a little shop there that sells,Vest, bbs, pouches, mags, Belts, Goggles,and other stuff. 09:30 till 10:30: Sign in and Chrono. First game starts at 10:30!!! So be on time, or wait till the next game to join. Also you now can sign up and pay, at the War Zone Airsoft tent. SOME FIELD RULES:: Chrono: For AEG is 400fps with 0.20. For HPA is 1,45 joules with 0.32. Rof, MAX 25. Bang out rule from 10ft. If you can't obey these rules, you will be ask to leave the field. NEVER take your safety glasses off when out on the field. NEVER!!! We don't accept Mesh goggles. Always take your mag out when leaving the field, and fire couple shots to make sure there no more bbs left in the chamber.Never have a mag loaded in the safety area! And last but not least: CALL YOUR HITS!!! We all come out to have fun and have great time with our airsoft friends. Not to cheat or hurt people. And please when you see or hear anything that's not normal,or have a comment. Please let us know, so we can do something about it. Thanks boys and girls, have a great day.
Thoroughbred Throwdown 6 hosted by Thoroughbred Throwdown from 7AM – 7PM. Thoroughbred Throwdown 6 is CrossFit Pinnacle's annual individual competition. This event is a classic CrossFit style event. Male and female athletes will both have Scaled, Rx and Masters divisions. Athletes will compete in 3 WODs and 1 floater. TBT is limited to 120 athletes. We will reserve a set number of spots in each division until Jan 4th. EARLY REGISTRATION IS NOW!!! Rates will go up December 1st!! Registration is $85, which includes your event shirt. This event WILL sell out so don't wait to register! Click on the link below to get registered and see division standards. Our events are known for being consistent, timely and well managed. This year we look forward to making it the best year yet!! We look forward to seeing you! If you haven't already, TRAIN TO WIN!!
19th Annual Valentines Day 5k hosted by Silver River State Park from 7AM – 10AM. Come on out on February 8th for the 19th Annual Valentines Day 5k presented by the Roundtable Runners. Time: 7:00 am - Registration Opens. 8:00 am - Race Starts. Awards / Amenities: Male/Female Awards To Adults – 3 deep (20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54, 55-59,60-64,65+) Child Friendly Age Groups Awards – 5 deep (0-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-19) Sweetheart Division - lowest combined time, a team of 1 male/1 female (cannot qualify for individual age group awards) Shirts guaranteed to the first 200 pre-registered runners. Pancake Breakfast following the race!
LED & Fire Summer Spin Jam hosted by Muddy Lotus Tea Kava starting at 9PM. Come show off your moves! Fire & LED Spinners. If you are a professional LED an/or fire spinner, you get a free drink when you spin; ask your host for a ticket.
Ocala Drive-in ***Showing Friday FEB. 7 thru Thursday Feb. 13 ***Screen ONE :BIRDS OF PREY @7:00 and JUST
[email protected] 9:05 . Screen 2 Bad Boys For Life @ 7:00 and Gretel and
[email protected] 9:15 . TWO GREAT FEATURES ONE LOW PRICE . Adults $6 , Children (6-12) $3 Children 5 and Under FREE. Gates open at 6:00 . Cash , Visa or Mastercard. Pet Friendly. Open 7 Nights a week Rain or Shine.
The Olive Oil Market at Ocala Downtown Market by The Olive Oil Market 9am-2pm. There's fresh food & fun for everyone at the Saturday Ocala Downtown Market. Shop for fresh produce, baked goods and handicrafts from local farmers and vendors. We'll be there, offering the finest olive oils and fresh milled spices. Stop by our booth for a tasting and be sure to ask Tony for his favorite recommendations! Inspire your inner chef and get creative with cooking with The Olive Oil Market!
Frankie Paul at Bonkerz Comedy Club - Ocala! 8PM – 9:30PM. Get your laugh on with the very funny Frankie Paul from FOX, NBC & Comedy Central, and Bonkerz favorite Marcus Crespo: Comedy and other exploits at Bonkerz Comedy Club Ocala!
Ocala Sisterhood Tribe Monthly Women’s Circle by Blissful Life Corporation from 6PM – 8PM. At circle we sit in a circle with an altar in the center, creating a sacred space. We share, support, drum, sing, dance, craft, and have games, ceremonies, etc. Each meeting is different. We may be a more active group than general women's circles. The only rules are respect, confidentiality, and to not establish differences, we do not discuss religion or politics. We're open to suggestions and requests. These suggestions are always welcome at our circles. RSVPs are APPRECIATED! Ladies only, all ages. We are non-religious and accept all religions. RSVP and donations appreciated not required. Bring a friend! Dress-up accepted.
Meditation with Chris: Hosted by Blissful Corporation. Sunrise Savasana with Chris every day from 7:00-7:45am $20. Acknowledgement: a morning meditation every day from 8:00-8:45am with Chris $20. Quiet Your Mind: meditation for anxiety with Chris every Friday - 9:00-9:45am $20.00. Slow Your Mind with Chris every Friday - 11:00-11:45am $20.00. Meditation 101: Meditation for Beginners every Friday from 12:00-12:45pm with Chris inside Blissful Life Corporation, 2100 SE 17th St, Suite 110. Sun Peak Savasana with Chris every day from 1:00-1:45pm $20. Re-Set and Re-Charge with Chris every day from 2:00-2:45pm $20.00Sacred Elders with Chris every Friday from 3:00-3:45pm $20.00. De-Tension: meditation for stress with Chris every Friday from 5:00-5:45pm $20. Classic Rock Meditation with Chris every Friday from 6:00-6:45pm $20. Sunset Savasana with Chris every day from 7:00-7:45pm $20. Collective Thought: Group Manifestation with Chris every Friday - 9:00-9:45pm $20.00. Astral Projection with Chris every day - 11:00-11:45pm $20.00. Midnight Meditation with Chris every day - 12:00-12:45am $20.00. Lucid Dreaming with Chris every day - 1:00-1:45am $20.00.
Up, Up, and Away! Hosted by Nadi Om Wellness from 1PM – 4PM. Up, Up, and Away - A Creative Expression Workshop with Angela Saturday, Feb 8th | 1pm - 4pm. Registration required - Limited to 6 participants. Cost: $45 Tap into your creative side and express yourself on canvas! You'll be guided by artist Angela to develop a unique creation and leave with a ready-to-hang canvas painting for your personal sacred space! Angela is an energy healer and creative expressionist who resides in Michigan and winters in Florida. She began her artistic journey early, with various talents emerging, and has a long list of creative hobbies. Her energy work helps in her creative endeavors.
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