MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – This weekend is host to a variety of events to get into the spirit of the season and kick off the holiday. From light up events to fall markets, join the community in celebrating the old and new traditions.

Ocala Oddities Market

  • What: The Oddities Market is back with more strange and peculiar items fit for those with a fascination for the bizarre. The market will feature 3D prints, handmade soaps, bones, bugs, unique jewelry, make up and more with over 70 vendors. Live entertainment and food trucks will be present around the market.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 21 from 6-10 p.m.
  • Where: The Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free admission.

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Wildwood FFA Fall Harvest Festival

  • What: Join Wildwood’s FFA members and the community for their first annual Fall Harvest Festival. Celebrate the season with food, activities, live entertainment and seasonal fun with vendors showcasing a variety of items to support the students and their youth program.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Where: Wildwood Middle and High School, 700 Huey St., Wildwood.
  • Cost: Free admission.

Learn more here.

Fall Market & Bake Sale

  • What: This market will be host to a variety of vendors with handmade crafts, baked goods, artisan crafts and fall-themed items. In the spirit of the season, some vendors will feature holiday treats and items perfect for gift giving.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Where: 16905 NW Hwy. 225, Reddick.
  • Cost: Free admission.

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Light Up Ocala

  • What: This year marks the 40th anniversary of Light Up Ocala where everyone around Marion County can come together for a Christmas celebration with photo ops, live music, vendors, a kids’ zone, the Junior Sunshine Parade and the lighting up of Ocala tradition. There will be three sections throughout the evening with different activities and entertainment. There will be one at Downtown Square from 3:30-8 p.m., one at Citizen’s Circle from 3-7 p.m. and one at Midtown Station from 3-7:30 p.m.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 22 from 3-8 p.m.
  • Where: The Historic Downtown Ocala, 1 SE Broadway St., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free admission.

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Light Up Lady Lake

  • What: Snooky Park is hosting the annual Light Up Lady Lake celebration featuring thousands of lights and various activities. The event will feature bounce houses, food trucks, vendors and live entertainment. For a seasonal touch, there will be a large Christmas tree and Santa will be coming in his sleigh for families to snap some pictures.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 22 from 6-8 p.m.
  • Where: Snooky Park, 120 W Lady Lake Blvd., Lady Lake.
  • Cost: Free admission.

Learn more here.

Geek Fest November 2025 Edition

  • What: The Ocala Downtown Market will be hosting Geek Fest with activities, vendors and food trucks. There will be live-action roleplay and a costume contest at 3 p.m. Vendors will be host to a variety of items such as games, comics, Vintage toys, playing cards, tabletop games, Funko Pops and more.
  • When: Sunday, Nov. 23 from noon-4 p.m.
  • Where: The Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave., Ocala.
  • Cost: Free admission.

Learn more here.