OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Consider this your official welcome to summer. Thursday, June 20, marked the summer solstice, meaning this weekend will be some of the longest days of the year. And while we’re not expecting a sunshine-filled weekend in North Central Florida, there are still plenty of great ways to spend these long days.

For a weekend of full laughs, food tasting, four-legged friends, and free events, check out our top picks.

Comedian Killer Beaz Live: Comedian Killer Beaz is bringing his family-friendly “Official Bootleg Tour” to Ocala Civic Theatre on Friday, June 21, at 7:30 p.m. Beaz boasts four decades of live stage comedy, television, and radio experience. Tickets for this laugh-out-loud night start at $45. The Ocala Civic Theatre is located at 4337 E Silver Springs Boulevard in Ocala.

Ocala Pet Palooza: This event is the pet lovers’ place to be. On Saturday, June 22, and Sunday, June 23, there will be vendors, costume contests, pet parades, agility courses, and more. Furry, feathered, and scaly friends will all find something to enjoy here. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the World Equestrian Center, at 1750 NW 80th Avenue in Ocala. Tickets are $7 presale and $10 at the door. Kids 12 and under are FREE.

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Kings Nite Out: Hosted by Marion County Children’s Alliance and Community Council Against Substance Abuse, this FREE event will take place Friday, June 21, at the Marion Theatre. Starting at 5 p.m., there will be outdoor games, a selfie station, a free-throw challenge, and free haircuts. A showing of The Sandlot will start at 7 p.m. The event aims to provide kids families a safe, fun alternative to drugs and alcohol. The address is 50 S Magnolia Avenue in Ocala.

Margaritaville Market: Waste away in Margaritaville on Sunday, June 23, from noon to 4 p.m. The market will have vendors, entertainment, food trucks, and a bounce house for kids. Admission is FREE and the market will be located at the corner of SE 3rd Street and 3rd Avenue in Ocala.

Friday Foodie Fest: Indulge in tasty treats from your favorite food trucks, or try something new this Friday, June 21, at Lake Lillian on SE Robinson Road in Belleview. Local fan-favorite food trucks and family-friend activities including face painting, train rides, and crafts will be set up from 5 to 9 p.m. Admission to the fest, face painting, and bounce houses are FREE. Prices of food vary by vendor.

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