Ocala

Marion County, Florida

Known worldwide as the Horse Capital of the World, Ocala pairs rolling green farmland with a revitalized downtown square full of independent restaurants, breweries, and galleries. The World Equestrian Center has added a whole new dimension to the dining and entertainment scene.

County Marion
Population 65,000+
Known for
World Equestrian CenterSilver Springs State ParkHistoric downtown squareHorse farmsAppleton Museum of Art

Villa+Cala Lineup tracks 10 upcoming events and 12 local businesses in Ocala , including 73 restaurants.

What is there to do in Ocala?

Ocala has 10 upcoming events and 12 local restaurants and businesses tracked by Villa+Cala Lineup. Highlights include World Equestrian Center, Silver Springs State Park, Historic downtown square. See the full lineup on this page or browse upcoming events below.

What kinds of places can I visit in Ocala?

The Ocala directory on Villa+Cala Lineup covers Restaurants, Bars, Parks, plus other local businesses. Browse by category using the chips below.

Where is Ocala, FL?

Ocala is in Marion County, FL.

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JUN 17 WED

Kung Fu Panda

Reilly Arts Center

10:00 AM
Ocala Family
JUN 17 WED

Madagascar

Reilly Arts Center

11:00 AM
Ocala Family
JUN 17 WED

Kung Fu Panda

Reilly Arts Center

12:30 PM
Ocala Family
JUN 17 WED

Madagascar

Reilly Arts Center

1:30 PM
Ocala Family
JUN 18 THU

Madagascar

Reilly Arts Center

10:00 AM
Ocala Family
JUN 18 THU

Kung Fu Panda

Reilly Arts Center

11:00 AM
Ocala Family
JUN 18 THU

Madagascar

Reilly Arts Center

12:30 PM
Ocala Family
JUN 18 THU

Kung Fu Panda

Reilly Arts Center

1:30 PM
Ocala Family
JUN 18 THU

Ocala Symphony Annual Meeting 2026

Reilly Arts Center

5:00 PM
Ocala Arts
JUN 18 THU

Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Three

Reilly Arts Center

6:00 PM
Ocala Arts
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100 Proof Saloon

100 Proof Saloon

Restaurant $
Ocala
18 South Coffee

18 South Coffee

Cafe
Ocala
food-drink
1890 Tea House

1890 Tea House

Restaurant
Ocala

An Everyday Retreat in Downtown Ocala

1890 tea room

1890 tea room

Cafe
Ocala
food-drink
4120 Bombay Cafe

4120 Bombay Cafe

Restaurant $
Ocala
8th Ave. Gallery

8th Ave. Gallery

gallery
Ocala

Art gallery in Ocala dedicated to curating abstract art in all its varied styles and forms, celebrating the bond between father and son artists with monthly Third Thursday events featuring art shows and studio visits.

arts
A Novel Idea Bookstore

A Novel Idea Bookstore

Bookstore
Ocala

Independent new and used bookstore with over 40,000 books in stock. A local treasure for book lovers in Ocala.

learning
AK Pho & Boba Tea

AK Pho & Boba Tea

Restaurant $
Ocala
Alexander Springs

Alexander Springs

Park
Ocala

A family-friendly spring in the Ocala National Forest with a large, gradually sloping pool of crystal-clear 72-degree turquoise water. Great for swimming and snorkeling.

outdoordog-friendlyfamily-friendly
Amrit Palace

Amrit Palace

Restaurant $$
Ocala

The best Indian food within 50 miles, and it's not close. The lunch buffet is a steal, the naan comes out of the tandoor perfectly blistered, and the menu is deep enough that regulars are still discovering new favorites after years of visits.

family-friendly