OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Spring is in the process of… springing, which means the killer cultural and philanthropic events are lining up fast and furious in the Ocala area.
One of the biggies, slated for the evening of Saturday, April 4, 2026, is the annual Brick City Beer and Wine Festival, presented by the World Equestrian Center at Citizens’ Circle downtown and this year benefiting Interfaith Emergency Services, Marion County Literacy Council, and Kimberly’s Center for Child Protection.
More than 20 beer and wine vendors will be on hand to provide tastings as patrons meet, sip, network and nosh on bites from food trucks, all while helping to raise money for a trio of extremely worthy nonprofits. Last year, the fest raised $160K for its beneficiaries; this year they hope to up the total another $10K.
The event runs from 2-6 p.m., with optional early entry at 1 p.m. available. Tickets are available online. Citizens’ Circle is located at 152 SE Osceola Ave. in downtown Ocala.