Bright red seating in rows fills the isles of a movie theatre with a dimly lit background as two guests wait for a movie to begin in the dim background.
352 Fall Guide
4 weeks ago
EPIC and Marion Theatres Host Classic Horror Movie Events

Experience spine-chilling nostalgia this October as EPIC Theatres of Ocala and the Marion Theatre bring classic horror favorites and popular gore films back to the big screen.

Exterior view of a Spirit Halloween store with a bright sign above the entrance.
352 Fall Guide
4 weeks ago
Top 6 Places to get Halloween Decorations in Ocala

With no shortage of fall spirit in Ocala, here are the top 6 places to get decorations, costumes and more this season.

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Photos
4 weeks ago
The Monthly Oddities Market Features Unique Items | Photos

From handmade jewelry, baked goods and crafts to taxidermy, wet specimens and more, the Oddities Market features a wide selection of everything odd, unusual and fun.

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Features
1 month ago
Defunct Ocala: Silver Springs’ Forgotten Bridal Chamber

Once a centerpiece of Silver Springs’ glass-bottom boat tours, the Bridal Chamber’s tragic legend and underwater beauty are now hidden from public view, preserved beneath the spring’s waters.

Country artist Noah Hunton smiles while seated at a table during an interview, wearing a white shirt and gold chain with a mural of downtown buildings in the background.
Features
1 month ago
Ocala’s Noah Hunton Finds Inspiration Close to Home with New Single

Ocala country artist Noah Hunton is celebrating his roots with the new single Florida is Home, following a sold-out fundraiser at the House of Blues Orlando and a growing career that blends modern country energy with classic storytelling.

The Ocala Civic Theatre prepares to unveil a major change today.
Entertainment
1 month ago
Ocala Civic Theatre Marks Diamond Anniversary with Ambitious 75th Season

Ocala Civic Theatre marks its 75th anniversary with a diverse 2025-26 season featuring beloved mainstage productions, community events and special performances designed to delight both longtime patrons and new audiences.

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Features
1 month ago
Places to Get Your Matcha Fix in Ocala

With the rising popularity of matcha in Ocala, it’s important to know where locals can get good quality matcha to beat the sea grass rumors.

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352 Fall Guide
1 month 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.

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Features
1 month ago
Defunct Ocala – Eerie Acres: Chiefland’s Once-Spooky Halloween Haven

Exploring the lost landmarks and attractions that shaped Marion County’s past.

Exterior view of a Spirit Halloween store with a bright sign above the entrance.
Local
2 months ago
Spooky Season Arrives: Spirit Halloween Opens in Ocala

Spirit Halloween has returned to Ocala with two locations, bringing costumes, décor and spooky thrills just in time for the season.