OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Artistry, music and festivals are coming together for a full weekend of exciting celebrations across the community. Here are the top pick events in the 352.

FRIDAY, NOV. 6

First Friday Art Walk

  • What: Support local artisans while exploring plenty of art, music, and performance at First Friday Art Walk. Guests can walk around Downtown Ocala with vendors lined along the streets and live performances at the historic gazebo.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 6 from 6-9 p.m.
  • Where: Ocala Historic Downtown Square, 1 SE Broadway St., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free to attend.

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Live Music Feat. Jenna Clark, Wrought Iron Tongue, Feverdreams

  • What: First Friday Art Walk Series featuring live music by Jenna Clark, Wrought Iron Tongue, and Feverdreams (plus photographer Austin Dunn). Part of Ocala’s monthly First Friday Art Walk, with artist displays, live entertainment, and downtown activity; this listing focuses on the evening music lineup at Mutiny Ocala.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 6. Main Art Walk 6:00-9:00 p.m.; live music at Mutiny from 8:00 p.m. to midnight.
  • Where: Historic Downtown Ocala (Art Walk centered around the Downtown Square). Live music at Mutiny Ocala, 46 S Magnolia Ave., Ocala, FL (next to the Marion Theatre).
  • Cost: Free to attend the Art Walk. No cover charge is listed for the Mutiny music portion (drinks and food available for purchase at the bar).

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‘The Thanksgiving Play’ at The Ocala Civic Theatre

  • What: The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse—a wickedly funny satire about a troupe of well-meaning, “terminally woke” teaching artists scrambling to create a Thanksgiving pageant that also celebrates Native American Heritage Month. Good intentions collide with absurd assumptions in this sly roast of modern society. Rated PG-13. Directed by Tuscarora theatre artist Vickie Ramirez. Runtime about 90 minutes with no intermission.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 6., 7:30-9:30 p.m. (full run continues Thursdays-Sundays through November 15, 2026)
  • Where: Ocala Civic Theatre, 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470 (Appleton Cultural Center).
  • Cost: $35-$40 adults / $17-$20 ages 18 and under (depending on seating section). Additional small fees at checkout. Tickets available online or at the box office: (352) 236-2274.

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SATURDAY, NOV. 7

Ocala Polo Club Aloha Classic

  • What: Aloha Classic- a Fall Season 2026 sunset polo match with a luau theme. Wear Hawaiian shirts and enjoy the Green Beach atmosphere as players compete. Family-friendly, dog-friendly (leashed), with tailgating options along the sideline.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 7. November matches start at 4:00 p.m.; gates typically open at 3:00 p.m.
  • Where: Florida Horse Park (Ocala Polo Club), 11008 S Hwy 475, Ocala, FL 34480.
  • Cost: General admission: about $10 per person at the gate (kids under 12 often free; limited online pricing may apply). Seating/tents not included.

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Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ in Concert

  • What: The Ocala Wind Symphony is bringing “Aladdin” to life with an orchestral display along with the classic film. They will be performing every exciting piece from “Arabian Nights” to “A Whole New World.”
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 8 at 3 p.m.
  • Where: Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE 9th St., Ocala.
  • Cost: $35-$85 depending on seating.

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SUNDAY, NOV. 8

Ocala Fall Festival

  • What: Everyone is invited to DJ Matt Gray’s family-friendly fall festival. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy shopping, food trucks, live music, bounce houses and more.
  • When: Sunday, Nov. 8 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Where: Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free to attend.

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