We hope you have a safe and Happy 4thof July this year. If you’re looking for events in Ocala this July there are so many great activities to choose from. There are so many family friendly Independence Day events as well as other fantastic things to do the rest of the month. If you’re looking for fun, check out the list of events in Ocala listed below.
Happy 4thof July!!
Events in Ocala this July
Red, White and OSO Blue
When: July 1st, 2018
Where: Reilly Arts Center
500 NE 9thStreet
Ocala, FL
Join the OSO in a celebration of our country and those who have sacrificed and continue to sacrifice for our freedom. From sea to shining sea, this concert is a stunning salute to the USA.
This concert is generously sponsored by HIERS BAXLEY FUNERAL SERVICES.
Iggy’s Freedom Run
When: July 4th, 2018
Where: Veteran’s Park
2601 SE Fort King Street
Ocala, FL
A four mile run. For details, please contact Chris Moling or Stephanie Gardina of DRC Sports/Citrus Road Runners at 352.637.2475.
Flag March
When: July 4th, 2018
Where: Downtown Square
100 SE 1stAvenue
Ocala, FL
A group of American Patriots will be marching the various American flags proudly down Silver Springs Blvd. to the Downtown Square. A small ceremony will follow the march with music and a guest speaker. For additional information, please contact Marie Fish at 352.425.8447.
Ocala Music Series with Nick Schnebelen with opening act Honey Hounds
When: July 6th, 2018
Where: Martin Luther King Rec Center
1510 NW Fourth Street
Ocala, FL
The 10-week summer concert series returns to Ocala! Join us for free live music, good food, and fun for the entire family every Friday night at Webb Field.
The spotlight non-profit tonight will be Fort King National Historic Landmark. For details, please contact Pamela Zeljak of the City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Cultural Arts division at 352.629.8379.
Salvation Army Worship and Music
When: July 8th, 2018
Where: Tuscawilla Park
829 NE Sanchez Avenue
Ocala, FL
We will hold our morning worship meeting at the Jenkins Open Air Theater adjacent to Tuscawilla Park and hosting our Florida Music Arts Conservatory students from Camp Keystone. They will perform a concert as part o the event. For further details, please contact Major Dwayne Durham of the Salvation Army at 352.629.2004, x303 or at 941.204.7159.
Silver Springs Garden Tour
When: July 8th, 2018
Where: 5656 East Silver Springs Blvd
Silver Springs, FL
Join a park ranger for information about the gardens’ history, learn about the different seasonal flowers and blooms, as well as about pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies. The tour passes through the following gardens: Courtyard Garden, Crossroads Garden, Camellia Garden, Fire & Water Garden, and the tour ends at the Wildflower Garden. After the tour, visitors are free to continue exploring the garden pathways and trails or walk back along the river.
Cops, Kids and Firefighters Day
When: July 15th, 2018
Where: Webb Field
105 NW 12thAvenue
Ocala, FL
An opportunity for the children to interact with local law enforcement and public service officers and have a fun time! There will be games and food.
Annual Back to School Bash
When: July 28th, 2018
Where: Ed Croskey Recreation Center
1510 NW 4thStreet
Ocala, FL
The 15th Annual Back 2 School Bash will be held on Saturday, July 28, 2018, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ed Croskey Center, 1510 N.W. 4th St., Ocala, FL 34475. At the FREE event, students receive backpacks filled with school supplies, school physicals, immunizations, hearing and vision screenings and enjoy face painting, children activities and a free lunch.
Our objective is for every child to have the best learning opportunity possible, starting with making sure they have the necessary tools they need to be successful in the classroom. This is often impossible for many families whose budgets are already stretched too thin. The Back 2 School Bash will provide students in our community with the supplies they need to succeed in school this year.