OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Whether you’re a Parrothead at heart, a seasoned outdoorsman ready for a break from the Florida heat, already planning out your Halloween costume, or the foodie of your friend group: North Central Florida has events for every interest this weekend.
As a bonus, many of these events are family-friendly and will have activities for the kids to enjoy, too. Check out our top picks for your itinerary this weekend.
North Central Florida Outdoor Expo: The 6th year of this event boasts everything for the outdoors, indoors. With over 170 vendors and plenty of kid-friendly interactive activities including an inflatable BB gun range and a virtual fishing tournament, this day will be fun for the whole family. The expo is on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Expo Center 2 in the World Equestrian Center, located at 1598 NW 87th Court Rd. in Ocala. Tickets are $5 pre-sale online or $10 cash at the door. Editor’s note: The Outdoor Expo is produced by 352today’s parent company, North Central Florida Media.
|ADVENTURE FOR EVERYONE: 6th annual North Central Florida Outdoor Expo takes place indoors at WEC this Saturday
Bluffet – A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet: Enjoy the atmosphere of a genuine Buffet concert, right down to audience participation and energy. We’re not certain if you’ll find that lost shaker of salt, but you can try this Friday, Aug. 16, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20. The concert is at the Reilly Arts Center, located at 500 NE 9th Street in Ocala.
Ocala Oddities Market: If you’re one of the people already decorating for Halloween, then you’ll love the Ocala Oddities Market for all things strange, vintage, and odd. The market will be on Friday, Aug. 16, from 5 to 10 p.m. From antiques, art, bones, bugs, crystals, jewelry, and more, there will be a wide range of vendors for this installment. The market is FREE to attend, and the address is 403 SE Osceola Ave. in Ocala.
Friday Foodie Fest: Is there a better way to end a long week than with a delicious meal – that you didn’t have to cook yourself? Head to the Friday Foodie Fest for local fan-favorite food trucks and FREE family-friendly activities this Friday, Aug. 16, from 5 to 9 p.m. This event is at Lake Lillian on Robinson Road in Belleview.
Discover more things to do in North Central Florida by browsing the 352today events page.