MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – With fall stirring and wind beginning to pick up, sending chills in the air, Marion County is beginning to see more seasonal fun. From monthly events like Girls Night Out to harvest-themed events like the “Hello Fall” Festival, here are some exciting events happening this weekend.

Dueling Pianos

  • What: Enjoy cocktails in the NOMA Black Box theatre while two pianists engage in a musical showdown with classic soft rock and pop songs.
  • When: Friday starting at 6 p.m.
  • Where: The Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE 9th St., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $28 to $32

Homestead Haunts: Cavern of Cosmic Horrors

  • What: This year’s theme of Homestead Haunt is Cavern of Cosmic Horrors where guests take a walk through eerie alien encounters and other worldly entities in a haunted house. Beware of “Insanity Hour” where at 9:30 p.m., all lights are shut off for an even spookier encounter.
  • When: Friday from 8 – 11 p.m.
  • Where: Homestead Park Williston, 1050 NE 6th Blvd., Williston, FL
  • Cost: $25 for initial admission, $5 re-entry

“Hello Fall” Festival

  • What: Get ready for this early fall festival to get locals excited for the upcoming season with over 80 vendors, food trucks and more.
  • When: Saturday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Where: Williston Heritage Park, 100 Block N Main Street, Williston, FL
  • Cost: Free admission

Comedic Hypnotist: Flip Orley

  • What: Hypnotist and comedian, Flip Orley, is in Ocala for a mischievous night of fun. This is an interactive performance where audience members are chosen from the crowd to be hypnotized for some funny moments and non-stop laughter.
  • When: Saturday starting at 7:30 p.m.
  • Where: The Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: $20 to $35

Girls Night Out

  • What: Support your local girlies at the 2nd anniversary of Girls Night Out. This event features over 100 female-owned businesses with unique offerings for the girls with boutiques, handcrafts, baked goods, jewelry and more. There will be live music by DJ Rae Bae, a free photo opportunity and multiple on-the-spot services. Support your local female vendors and have a night of fun.
  • When: Saturday from 6 – 9 p.m.
  • Where: The Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free admission

Fall Into Vintage Thrift Market

  • What: The Ocala Downtown Market is hosting an exciting fall-themed vintage thrift market where vintage and thrift lovers alike can get unique and handcrafted items at one of over 50 vendors. Live music, fall photo opportunities and food trucks will all be offered at this early fall celebration of vintage thrifting.
  • When: Sunday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Where: The Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free admission

Phantasmagoria’s “Poe, Through the Tales Darkly”

  • What: For those looking for a more haunting experience, the Ocala Civic Theatre hosts Poe, Through the Tales Darkly. This is a chance to see some of Edgar Allen Poe’s poems brought to life through Phantasmagoria with a photo opportunity at the end.
  • When: Sunday from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
  • Where: Ocala Civic Theatre, 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: $25