The first week of December is packed with family-friendly and free events for a festive start to the season.
Le Macaron French Pastries at Celebration Pointe brings a taste of Paris to Gainesville with colorful macarons, classic French treats and a bright, inviting café atmosphere.
As stores begin prepping for the holidays, locals can get their holiday fix at these Ocala area locations perfect for Christmas gift shopping.
Midtown Station Ocala opened their doors just over a year ago, offering a unique dining experience and lasting impressions.
This weekend is full of seasonal festivities with holiday light shows, a Christmas concert, a tree lighting ceremony and more.
A longstanding holiday tradition, fresh citrus continues to brighten Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations with its historic symbolism, seasonal flavor and simple, nostalgic charm.
Ocala’s Midtown District will welcome The Forge this winter, a nearly three-acre dining and entertainment campus transforming the historic WMOP building into a multi-venue hub featuring restaurants, bars, a brewery and year-round community events.
Light Up Ocala illuminated local businesses, performers and the community during the tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.
Fall markets and light up events mark the transition from fall to the start of the holiday season.
Check out these stores for decorations and spirited Christmas home goods for the approaching holiday season.