Ocala

Marion County, Florida

Known worldwide as the Horse Capital of the World, Ocala pairs rolling green farmland with a revitalized downtown square full of independent restaurants, breweries, and galleries. The World Equestrian Center has added a whole new dimension to the dining and entertainment scene.

County Marion
Population 65,000+
Known for
World Equestrian CenterSilver Springs State ParkHistoric downtown squareHorse farmsAppleton Museum of Art
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APR 5 SUN

Easter Brunch at The Equestrian Manor — World Equestrian Center

The Equestrian Manor at World Equestrian Center

10:00 AM
Ocala Community
APR 5 SUN

Easter Brunch at Hilton Ocala

Hilton Ocala

11:00 AM
Ocala Community
APR 5 SUN

Ranger Program

Silver Springs State Park

2:00 PM
Ocala Outdoor
APR 5 SUN

Dead Poets Society (film)

Reilly Arts Center

2:00 PM
Ocala Arts
APR 5 SUN

Turning Red (film)

Reilly Arts Center

4:30 PM
Ocala Arts
APR 6 MON

Trivia Night with Tom Schmitz

Terry's Place

7:00 PM
Ocala other
APR 7 TUE

Open Mic Night at The Black Sheep

The Black Sheep on Broadway

5:00 PM
Ocala Music
APR 8 WED

Orange Blossom Classic

World Equestrian Center

8:00 AM
Ocala Sports
APR 8 WED

Coffee with the Conductor: I Got Rhythm

Marion Theatre

7:30 PM
Ocala Arts
APR 8 WED

Cocktails with the Conductor: I Got Rhythm

Reilly Arts Center - NOMA Black Box

7:30 PM
Ocala Arts
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A Novel Idea Bookstore

A Novel Idea Bookstore

other
Ocala

Independent new and used bookstore with over 40,000 books in stock. A local treasure for book lovers in Ocala.

Agapanthus

Agapanthus

other
Ocala

Unique mix of gifts, home accents, fashion, jewelry, and accessories since 2007. A downtown Ocala shopping staple on the historic square.

Alexander Springs

Alexander Springs

Park
Ocala

A family-friendly spring in the Ocala National Forest with a large, gradually sloping pool of crystal-clear 72-degree turquoise water. Great for swimming and snorkeling.

Amrit Palace

Amrit Palace

Restaurant $$
Ocala

The best Indian food within 50 miles, and it's not close. The lunch buffet is a steal, the naan comes out of the tandoor perfectly blistered, and the menu is deep enough that regulars are still discovering new favorites after years of visits.

Indianbuffetvegetarian-friendly
Appleton Museum of Art

Appleton Museum of Art

Attraction
Ocala

Stunning travertine marble museum housing over 24,000 works spanning European, American, Asian, and African art. The reflecting pool out front is as photogenic as the galleries inside. Affiliated with the College of Central Florida.

Bank Street

Bank Street

Bar $$
Ocala

Outdoor seating, craft cocktails, and live music on select nights. One of downtown Ocala's best spots for a night out.

cocktailslive musicoutdoor seating
Baseline Bar & Billiards

Baseline Bar & Billiards

Bar $
Ocala

No-frills neighborhood bar with pool tables, cold beer, and a jukebox. The kind of dive bar where you can shoot pool in peace and nobody rushes you.

Baseline Road Trailhead

Baseline Road Trailhead

Attraction
Ocala

Trailhead providing access to the Santos mountain biking and hiking trail system. Parking, restrooms, and trail maps make this a convenient starting point for riders and hikers.

Baseline Trailhead Park

Baseline Trailhead Park

Attraction
Ocala

Park and trailhead along the Cross Florida Greenway with access to paved and unpaved trails for biking, hiking, and horseback riding. A gateway to some of Ocala's best outdoor recreation.

Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

other
Ocala

Family-owned comics and games store in Ocala since 2014, offering comics, video games, board games, D&D, and Warhammer supplies. Features dedicated gaming areas and hosts regular Sunday events and tournaments.