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OCT

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Oct. 7 | Downtown Ocala @ 6 to 9 pm

Enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants. Over 30 artist displays, live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. Pick up a map on the square and take a self-guided tour. In the event of inclement weather, the FFAW will move to the Ocala Downtown Market, 310 SE 3rd St.

Ocala Arts Festival

Oct. 22 & 23, 2022 | Downtown Ocala

Ocala's favorite arts festival since 1988. This October, come enjoy the Ocala Arts Festival in downtown Ocala. Enjoy the artwork of over 150 artists, local performers, and delicious food trucks. • Free to the public. https:// fafo.org/festival

Ocala Pride Festival

Oct. 8 @ 11am–4pm Tuscawilla Park, 829 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala

Entertainers, Vendors, Food, and Music. Come Celebrate Pride during LGBTQIA+ history Month. Hosted by Ocala Pride, Inc.

Ocala Cars & Music Show Presented by Jenkins Auto Group

Oct. 14 @ 11-4pm Jenkins Open Air Theatre at the Reilly Center for the Arts in Tuscawilla Park

Live music, food trucks, local arts and vendors, and the latest lineups by Jenkins Auto Group. Bring a blanket and chairs. Musical lineup featuring Glass Onion, Kimber Davis Band and more. Partial proceeds support the new Ocala Symphony Community Music Conservatory. • Admission is FREE. www.reillyartscenter.com/ events/ocala-cars-and-music-show/

Oct. 8 & 9 @ 4 – 8pm

Step back into history as you meet the legends of Fort King’s past. They will tell their tales of a time gone by during a guided lantern tour of Ocala’s Seminole War historic site. Tour last approx 1 hour with groups starting every 10 mins. Also enjoy food trucks, vendors along with a live band and games. Important Information to Know: Please plan to arrive 30 minutes early for transportation and check in. • $5 per person. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance. You can purchase on ocalafl.org or for more info call: 352.368.5533

Ocala Downtown Market

Every Saturday @ 10-2pm Rain or shine | 310 SE 3rd St., Ocala

Join local vendors and customers for shopping and dining. Just blocks off of the Ocala Downtown Square in an open-air Market Pavilion. Includes large overhead fans, restrooms, a nearby ATM, water fountains, a playground, and a permanent onsite beverage vendor, Buzz & Grind. • https://ocaladowntownmarket.com Shop along victorian McIntosh's tree-lined streets on this day for the whole family. Enjoy arts, crafts, antiques, artisan jewelry, one-ofa-kind gifts, garden, and homemade treats. • https://mcintosh1890sfestival.com

McIntosh 1890’s Festival

Nov. 5 @ 8am-4pm

41st Annual Marion County Chili Cook off

Nov. 5 @ 10am-5pm Southeastern Livestock Pavillion

Presented by The Cornerstone School — Chili samples, car show, children's area, music by DJ Rocket. $5 admission. https:// marioncountychilicookoff.com