Family events in Ocala, FL

Bring the whole family for a fun, family-friendly truck show at Southeastern Livestock Pavilion. The event runs for about 6 hours, with plenty of in-person entertainment focused on trucks and community fun.

Young artists ages 7 to 12 can dive into a welcoming, bilingual class offered in English and Spanish, exploring a range of art forms from painting to projects made with recycled materials. Expect hands-on activities like scrapbooking, crafts, creative painting, creative recycling, card making, bookbinding, and more, all designed to spark imagination and build skills. Each class costs $20. Register online or call or text in advance to let the organizers know which session you will attend so materials are prepared and your spot is reserved at (352) 804-1272.

Join the YALLA! Teen Club at the library for “Young Adults Lead Library Awareness.” This is a chance to be part of a teen team, help shape library programs, enjoy snacks, and make new friends while earning volunteer hours. The program highlights include MANGAlicious! on June 2 and July 7 and Aug. 4, plus ConFAB on June 16 and July 21 and Aug. 18.

Enjoy the WEC August Dressage competition at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, featuring a full season of dressage shows sponsored by Hampton Green Farms. The event includes FEI-rated competitions and also hosts USEF/USDF national classes that can qualify riders for the Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships. Competitions in August and beyond also serve as qualifiers for the 2027 FEI North American Youth Championships and other high-performance events.