Large sign welcoming guests to the North Central Florida Outdoor Expo.
Entertainment
3 months ago
Outdoor Expo Returns to Ocala for a Family-Friendly Weekend of Outdoor Adventure

The North Central Florida Outdoor Expo packed the World Equestrian Center with thousands of attendees, 150+ vendors, hands-on activities and family-friendly fun celebrating the region’s outdoor lifestyle.

22 Movies that were filmed at Silver Springs Florida
Entertainment
3 months ago
From Tarzan to James Bond: 22 Movies and TV Shows Filmed at Silver Springs

For over a century, Silver Springs has been a top Florida filming location, attracting Hollywood legends from Tarzan to James Bond. Its crystal-clear waters and lush scenery have doubled as jungles, lagoons, and fantasy worlds. Here are 21 movies and TV shows that made Silver Springs a star.

A large banner reading “Ocala Downtown Market" hangs under the roof of a covered pavilion. The structure features yellow steel beams and an open concrete floor, with string lights hanging from the ceiling. Red railings line the entrance, and trees and grass are visible in the background.
Entertainment
3 months ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Markets and Live Music for All to Enjoy

Our weekend top picks have plenty of markets and live music to keep you entertained.

Entertainment
3 months ago
September & October events at the Reilly Arts Center

This fall, the Reilly Arts Center in Ocala is turning up the volume with a lineup that spans rock, blues, jazz, classical, and even a few spooky surprises. From powerhouse tributes to Queen, Bruce Springsteen, and Pearl Jam, to intimate evenings of opera, blues, and jazz, there’s something for every music lover. Plus, October brings paranormal chills, Spanish flair, and the 50th anniversary season kickoff of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra.

A little girl pets a baby alligator with Reptile Encounters at the NCF Outdoor Expo.
Entertainment
3 months ago
Outdoor fun turns wild: BB guns, alligators, and giveaways headline Ocala’s 7th Annual North Central Florida Outdoor Expo

Ocala’s biggest indoor outdoor showcase returns August 16 at the World Equestrian Center’s Expo Center 2, promising BB guns, gators, archery, and family-friendly giveaways in a safely air-conditioned setting.

White-bricked sidewalk lined with palm trees and a red-brick road on the right. On the left are two circular peach-colored tables, Mutiny Bar Ocala, Ivy on the Square Boutique and other shops and restaurants in the distance on the left.
Entertainment
4 months ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Evening events to beat the August heat

Events taking place in the evening this weekend to stay cool while having fun at car shows, comedy shows, vendor markets and a musical.

Community
4 months ago
10 Things you may be surprised to know about Ocala, Florida

Ocala, Florida is more than horses and forests—it’s a city full of surprising facts. From world-famous glass-bottom boats to its unique monkey history, here are 10 things you might not know about Ocala that showcase its natural beauty, rich history, and growing appeal.

Brisket, Fries, and beans from Big Lee's Barbecue
Local
4 months ago
Ocala’s Big Lee’s BBQ goes viral on TikTok, draws fans from Texas and beyond

A viral TikTok video has barbecue fans driving across state lines to try Big Lee’s in Ocala. What started as a tribute to a beloved uncle has become a must-visit destination, with pitmaster Rashad Jones earning national attention.

"Still" by Mary Helen Horne
Community
4 months ago
CF Webber Gallery to present ‘The Gap Between Art and Life’ exhibition

The College of Central Florida’s Webber Gallery will host “The Gap Between Art and Life,” a juried installation art exhibition on view Sept. 1–Oct. 16.

Comedian Killer Beaz smiles in a car during a promotional video
Entertainment
4 months ago
Killer Beaz brings rescheduled comedy show to Ocala Civic Theatre Aug. 8

Known for Moonshiners and The Grand Ole Opry, the high-energy comic returns with his “Best Buzz in Town” tour.

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