OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Celebrate the season will fall festivals, markets and car shows, enjoy a classic Halloween movie for all ages, raise funds for mini horse therapy, or attend a worship festival and concert. Check out these top pick events in the 352.

Friday

Jeeptoberfest

  • What: Enjoy a festive atmosphere with three days of vendors, merchandise, food trucks, music and more at Jeeptoberfest. Spectators can check out Jeeps trekking obstacle courses and try out raffles throughout the event.
  • When: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 9-11 starting at 9 a.m.
  • Where: Florida Horse Park, 11851 SW 16th Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: $10 for non-registered vehicles.

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Saturday

The Forge Stage One Grand Opening

  • What: The long-awaited official ribbon-cutting on Ocala’s highly anticipated food hall and brewery. The first 200 guests get free treats from the on-site restaurants, snack shops and dessert purveyors. They’ll also be raffling off a year of free food. 93.7 K-Country’s Lewis Stokes emcees.
  • When: Saturday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m.
  • Where: The Forge, 343 NE 1st Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free to attend.

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Boo-tiques, Bites & Beautiful Rides

  • What: Silver Springs Shores brings family-friendly fun to the community with Boo-tiques, Bites & Beautiful Rides. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy vendors, food trucks, live entertainment and a car show. Attendees will also vote for best car and best booth for friendly competition.
  • When: Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Where: Silver Springs Shores Community Center, 590 Silver Rd., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free to attend.

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DIY Haunted Potion Bottles

  • What: A DIY haunted potion-bottle workshop at Hammer & Stain Ocala. You design your own bottle. The studio describes it as mix, create, and add a little magic, aimed at Halloween.
  • Where: Hammer & Stain Ocala, 6158 SW State Road 200, #205, Ocala.
  • When: Saturday, Oct. 10 at 11 a.m.
  • Cost: $22. No refunds. If you cannot attend, the studio packs it as a take-home kit that must be picked up within 30 days. Rescheduling costs a $15 studio fee. Same-day cancellations and no-shows forfeit the payment. Register on the studio’s site and select the October 10, 11 a.m. session.

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“Hocus Pocus” sponsored by TJM Promos

  • What: A free screening of the witchy, kidsy 1993 classic “Hocus Pocus”, sponsored by TJM Promos. Max and his little sister move to Salem, and he wakes a trio of witches executed in the 17th century. The first 50 guests get free popcorn and soda from TJM.
  • Where: Marion Theatre at the Reilly Arts Center, 50 S. Magnolia Ave., Ocala.
  • When: Saturday, Oct. 10 at 2 p.m. One showing.
  • Cost: Free. RSVP on the Reilly Arts Center ticket page. No fee is listed.

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The Gentle Carousel Black & White Gala and Concert

  • What: A fundraiser for Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses. Dinner is part of the ticket. Guests choose chicken or vegetarian. Three award-winning Nashville songwriters will perform following dinner.
  • Where: Circle Square Cultural Center at On Top of the World, 8395 SW 80th St., Ocala.
  • When: Sat., October 10, 2026, at 6 p.m.
  • Cost: $200 for full admission. A table of 10 is $2,000. Register on the Gentle Carousel gala page. Questions go to Executive Director Jorge Garcia-Bengochea at (352) 226-9009 or minihorsetherapy@att.net.

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Sunday

Autumn Harvest Craft and Makers Market

  • What: R&H Events is bringing seasonal fun to Ocala with local shopping across 65 local vendors. Booths will feature fall items including handmade home decor, artwork, unique crafts and seasonal gifts.
  • When: Sunday, Oct. 11 from 12-4 p.m.
  • Where: Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free to attend.

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Ocala Jesus Fest

  • What: An afternoon of outdoor worship, fellowship and live music, back for its fifth year.
  • When: Sunday, Oct. 11 beginning at 2:30 p.m.
  • Where: The Reilly Arts Center Outdoor Stage at Tuscawilla Park, 500 NE 9th St., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free to attend.

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For more events happening across Ocala, Marion County and North Central Florida, visit our events page!