Ice Cream on Angie
- What: Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with free ice cream, free merchandise and more delicious fun, courtesy of Angie Lewis Agency.
- When: Friday, July 17 from 5-7:30 p.m.
- Where: Ocala’s Chocolate & Confections, 104 E. Fort King St., Ocala.
- Cost: Free to attend.
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Sit Down for Stand Up
- What: The latest installment of this regular Marion Theatre feature hosts comics John Jacobs, Lauren Dufault and James Hollingsworth.
- When: Friday, July 17, 7:30 p.m.
- Where: Marion Theatre, 50 S. Magnolia Ave., Ocala.
- Cost: $15.
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‘Heathers the Musical’
- What: Enjoy a theatrical take on the cult-classic 1988 pitch-black comedy film “Heathers,” complete with songs written specifically for the play.
- When: Friday-Saturday, July 17-18 starting at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 19 starting at 2 p.m.
- Where: Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville.
- Cost: $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and students and $15 for ages 12 and under.
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3rd Annual Battle of the Badge
- What: Celebrate first responders with a rib eating contest and car show.
- When: Saturday, July 18 from 5-9 p.m.
- Where: Texas Roadhouse, 3015 SW 32nd Ave., Ocala.
- Cost: Free to attend.
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Ocala Christmas in July
- What: It’s what it sounds like–a massive Christmas-themed shopping spree in the air conditioning at WEC, featuring more than 175 vendors and Santa himself.
- When: Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, July 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Where: World Equestrian Center – Ocala, Expo Center 1, 1750 NW 80th Ave., Ocala.
- Cost: $5.50/$5 w/cash discount; children 12 and under free.
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Chi-Town Transit Authority
- What: Chi-Town Transit Authority is an 8-piece Chicago tribute band based in Atlanta, GA, dedicated to reproducing the iconic rock/pop group’s concert experience.
- When: Saturday, July 18, starting at 7:30 p.m.
- Where: Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE 9th St., Ocala.
- Cost: $39 to $62.
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