OCALA, FL (352today.com) – This weekend has a variety of events in the Ocala area perfect families and adults looking for an evening getaway. Here are 352Today’s top picks for a weekend with the perfect mix of family-friendly fun and adult-only activities.

Date Night at the Discovery Center

  • What: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection will be celebrating 50 years of aquatic preserves with an 18-and-up Date Night at the Discovery Center. Couple can explore the Discovery Center and learn about the preserves, areas of research and invasive species with light refreshments.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 14 from 6-8:30 p.m.
  • Where: The Discovery Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: $30 per couple. Pre-registration is required due to limited seating.

Learn more about the event, register and purchase tickets here.

Gobble ‘Til You Wobble Bar Crawl

  • What: Historic Downtown Ocala will be taken over by some early Thanksgiving treats and tipsy fun with the Gobble ‘Til You Wobble Bar Crawl. Starting at Mellow Mushroom to get a punch card, travel around downtown Ocala purchasing holiday-themed drinks to fill the Gobble Passport at local bars and restaurant such as The Lodge, Bank Street, 18 South, Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grill and more. Those who successfully complete the bar crawl by 9 p.m. will win a free limited-edition Mellow Mushroom t-shirt while supplies last.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 14 from 6-9 p.m.
  • Where: Downtown Ocala, 2 W. Fort King St., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free to participate, promos and discounts on drinks vary by location.

Learn more here.

CASA Marion 2025 Scavenger Hunt

  • What: CASA Marion is hosting a Domestic Violence Awareness Scavenger Hunt where guests can travel around Downtown Ocala in teams, earning points and learning about the area with exclusive local artist t-shirts. Prizes will be awarded to the top fundraising team, top scoring team and best team costume. Prizes will be awarded at the after-party with lunch provided at Midtown Station. All proceeds go to CASA Marion’s mission of Standing Up to Silence and ending domestic violence in Marion County.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 15 with registration starting at 11:30 a.m. After-party starting at 3 p.m.
  • Where: Citizen’s Circle, 151 SE Osceola Ave., Ocala. Afterparty at Midtown Station, 235 NE Watula Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: $35 to participate.

Learn more, donate, register and purchase tickets here.

Party in the Park

  • What: Tuscawilla Park will be host to a day in the park with a lineup of live music, food trucks, local vendors, latest showcase of Jenkins Auto Group’s automobiles and live music from Steeln’ Peaches and Harber Wynn. This local community is open to all ages and encourages the community to come together for a fun-filled afternoon.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 15 from noon-5 p.m.
  • Where: Tuscawilla Park, 500 NE 9th St., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free admission.

Learn more here.

Ocala Collectorfest 2025

  • What: Florida Toy Shows is hosting their holiday edition during the Ocala Collectorfest with toys, games, comics, art, vendors and more with free Hot Wheels for kids.
  • When: Sunday, Nov. 16 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Where: Hilton Ocala, 3600 SW 36th Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: $10 admission. Free admission for ages 12 and under.

Learn more here.

Ocala Holiday Craft Show

  • What: Join the festivities with early Christmas shopping at the 3rd Annual Ocala Holiday Craft Show, a private shopping event with over 300 vendors, a chance to get pictures with Santa and Meet the Grinch with the opportunity to beat crowds with early admission. The first 1,000 guests each day including the private shopping event get free tote bags courtesy of JB Golf Carts.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 14 private shopping from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and general admission from 12-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Santa pictures will take place Friday from 12-2 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Meet the Grinch is on Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Where: The World Equestrian Center Expo Center 1, 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala.
  • Cost: Single-day box office tickets are $8 and advance three-day tickets are $7.36. Three-day exclusive private shopping tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the box office. Ages 12 and under are free.

Learn more and buy tickets here.