OCALA, FL (352today.com) – North Central Florida has come together as a community after Hurricane Milton. Amidst the cleanup and recovery, many are ready for a weekend to forget about a stressful week of storm prep. One of the best ways to do this is by turning to local community events as the skies clear and routines begin to return.
Whether you’re looking to unwind with family-friendly events or simply take a break from Milton-related worries, our weekend top picks have plenty of activities for you.
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Coon Hollo Fall Festival: Create great fall memories with the family this weekend with crop mazes, pony rides, hayrides, a wild west show, and more activities. This fall festival is open Friday from 4 to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to 7 p.m. Admission is $14 and includes all activities. Coon Hollo Farm’s address is 22480 N US Highway 441 in Micanopy.
Dueling Pianos: Escape your worries with 3 hours of nonstop live dueling pianos on Friday, October 11 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 to spend the night dancing away to your favorite songs. This show is at The Lodge Ocala, located at 36 S Magnolia Avenue in Ocala.
Ocala Downtown Market: Get out and enjoy Saturday morning’s beautiful weather at this outdoor market. Shop from vendors with fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious baked goods, and more from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 12. The market is free to browse and is held at the Ocala Downtown Market Pavilion, located at 403 SE Osceola Avenue in Ocala.
Candlelight- A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics: Get in the spooky spirit on Saturday, October 12 with live instrumental renditions of classic Halloween tunes. This multi-sensory musical experience takes stage at the Ocala Civic Theatre at 3:30 and 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $42. The theatre’s address is 4337 E Silver Springs Boulevard in Ocala.
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