Welcome to your complete Guide to Fall in Ocala and Marion County. Think of this page as your hub for everything autumn has to offer—from pumpkin patches, horseback rides, and fall festivals to family-friendly events, local dining, and seasonal activities you won’t want to miss. We’ve gathered the best of the season into one easy-to-use guide so you can plan your weekends and discover hidden gems. Keep checking back—our Fall Guide will be updated throughout the season with fresh stories, new events, and local highlights. For the curated list of all things Fall in the 352, click here! All Fall Guide articles are listed below!

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352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Horror and Thrills to Start Fall off F-right

Here are some new and reshowing of classic movies to enjoy this fall season.

Rows of theatre seating with dim pink and magenta lighting. Two guests in Barbie-themed clothing sit in the back of the theatre waiting for a screening of Barbie to begin.
352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Classic Fall Movies to Enjoy with the Whole Family

This fall, check out these classic films to pumpkin-spice up movie night with the family.

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Local
3 months ago
Autumn Events Make Ocala’s World Equestrian Center a Preferred Destination and Community Hub

The World Equestrian Center continues its evolution with a new autumn show hunter series, the announcement of tenants at the Shoppes at 80th, the soon to be open Equestrian Manor and their Ocala Wine and Food Festival make WEC a preferred destination for both locals and travelers.

A brown sign nailed to a wooden post reading, "LOOP TRAIL" lies in a dense forest with trees, bushes and other plants surrounding it. Light shines through the forest in the background, inserting from the right and lighting the path in the left.
352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Rumor Has It: Ocala’s Haunted Hotspots

Ocala’s a rich history and natural beauty, rumors spread of its chilling undercurrent of ghostly legends and paranormal hotspots that continue to intrigue locals and brave investigators alike.

Fall Recipes you'll want to try.
352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Fall Guide: 5 Fall Desserts You’ll Want to Try

From Halloween parties to Thanksgiving spreads, these five fall-inspired dessert recipes blend seasonal favorites like pumpkin, apple, and chocolate into must-try treats for the cooler months in the 352.

A smiling scarecrow dressed in fall colors stands next to a shelf with fake pumpkins, leaves and vine. Behind the scarecrow are quilts of varying colors.
352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Harvest Events for Family-Friendly Fun this Fall

From Winding corn mazes of delight to festive family carnivals, this fall brings a wickedly fun lineup of autumn gatherings this spooky season.

Fall Crafts to do with your family
352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Get Crafty, Ocala: Easy DIY Halloween Decor for the Whole Family

Halloween fun starts well before October 31 in Ocala. These hands-on craft ideas make decorating your home a local tradition—no carving required.

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352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Boo-tiful Yards: Halloween Themes to Make Your Home Ready for the Holiday

From spooky to silly, here are ideas to make your home the talk of the neighborhood.

4 dogs that are available for adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County and Marion County Animal Services
352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Pumpkin Spice and Puppy Eyes: Your Furry Fall Friend Awaits

OCALA FL (352Today) – As the humidity fades and the fall decorations brighten The […]

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352 Fall Guide
3 months ago
Why We Love to Be Scared: The Story Behind Halloween’s Frights

From the earliest ghost houses to massive theme-park events, why Halloween’s scares still thrill.