The best things to do in Ocala

“When you want a tee time that actually feels special or a backdrop worthy of your next celebration, Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club blends championship golf, equestrian charm, and elevated dining into one gorgeous Ocala moment. It’s the kind of place you suggest, then everyone suddenly clears their calendar.”

From the Ocala newsletter, August 7, 2026

“First Responders Recreation is a 19-acre tribute to our heroes with a speedy 18-hole putting course, loads of court and lawn games, and plenty of ways to stir up friendly rivalries. Grab a pal this week, try pickleball, croquet, or table shuffleboard, then unwind by the fire pit.”

From the The Villages newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club is LPGA Hall of Famer Nancy Lopez’s first course design, a 27-hole layout on Marion County’s rolling terrain with live oaks and water to test you. Grab a buddy, pick a nine, and see if your short game is as good as you brag.”

From the Ocala newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Games center offering escape room adventures with different themes in Heath Brook Commons.”

“Bowling alley featuring laser tag and an arcade, plus black-light lanes.”

“Golf course offering brunch, live music, and karaoke, plus a well-landscaped layout.”

“Family-friendly amusement center with bounce houses, arcade games, and massage chairs, plus Wi-Fi.”

“Golf club in a gated retirement community featuring an 18-hole course.”

“Indoor and outdoor pools featuring long courses for training and competitions.”

“Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.”

“Restored historic movie theater showing classic pictures, indie films, comedies and more.”

“Farm animals along with monkeys, camels & other non-native species can be viewed, petted & fed.”

“This old-fashioned drive-in facility featuring the latest movies also offers a concession stand.”

“Golf club offering a well-maintained course with wide fairways and a few surprises.”

“Puzzle venue equipped with escape rooms inspired by classic literature, scary movies and TV shows, and fairy tales.”

“Budget-friendly and well-rated public golf course with challenging play.”

“Golf course offering well-maintained greens, plus homes in a long-standing community.”

“All-ages entertainment venue offering indoor & outdoor spaces for batting, climbing & arcade games.”

“Well-maintained golf course featuring a pro shop, waterfalls and a driving range.”