Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Amerikanos Grille
The VillagesMediterranean and American cuisine at Spanish Springs with both indoor and outdoor seating plus an outdoor bar. The gyros and lamb dishes stand out, and the location right on the square means you're steps from the nightly entertainment.
Blondies
The VillagesOutdoor bar on Spanish Springs Town Square in The Villages featuring daily live entertainment, signature cocktails, craft beers, and wines by the glass. Hosts trivia nights, karaoke, and Saturday brunch specials.
Brownwood Paddock Square
The VillagesA rustic-themed town square in The Villages modeled after a 1890s cattle town, with nightly live entertainment, unique shops, and some of the best dining in the area. A laid-back alternative to Spanish Springs.
Garvino's
The VillagesWine bar, cigar lounge, and gift shop at Lake Sumter Landing featuring 24 wines by the glass, a walk-in humidor with 350+ cigar varieties, and live entertainment Wednesday through Saturday.
Gazebo at Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages
The VillagesThe iconic gazebo at Lake Sumter Landing — the heart of nightly entertainment in The Villages. Live music, dancing under the stars, and the kind of community energy that makes this place special.
Lake Sumter Landing Market Square
The VillagesWaterfront town square on Lake Sumter with a New England coastal feel. Home to restaurants, boutiques, and nightly live entertainment.
McCall's Tavern
The VillagesLive music in a pub atmosphere right on the square at Spanish Springs. Easy to pair with dinner and enjoy the nightly entertainment.
Old Mill Playhouse
The VillagesEpic Theatres' Old Mill Playhouse is the curated movie option in The Villages — programming mix runs broader than the typical chain, with new-release foreign and indie films, smaller-run titles, and a few blockbusters when they fit. Worth knowing about if you've been hunting for something more interesting than the latest superhero release. Showtimes update weekly at thevillages.com/entertainment/movies/.
RJ Gator's Florida Sea Grill & Bar
The VillagesFlorida-themed bar and grill at Lake Sumter Landing with seafood, burgers, and tropical cocktails. The outdoor seating puts you right in the middle of the nightly entertainment scene.
Sawgrass Grove
The VillagesDance under the lights and canopy of the orange grove-inspired Sawgrass Grove. Here you’ll enjoy a wide variety of live entertainment, along with unique shopping, and dining experiences including Sawgrass Tavern and a variety of shops and eateries in The Market.
Spanish Springs Lanes
The VillagesBowling center near Spanish Springs Town Square with modern lanes, a snack bar, and regular league play. A classic evening out steps from the square's nightly entertainment.
Spanish Springs Town Square
The VillagesThe beating heart of The Villages, with free live music and entertainment nightly on the town square. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and an energy that makes every evening feel like a street festival.
Sunset Island at Eastport
The VillagesSerene island park on Central Lake at Eastport in The Villages with waterfront walking paths, picnic areas, and views of the outdoor entertainment stage across the water.
The Tracy Performing Arts Center
The VillagesThe Tracy offers a blend of esteemed artists, professional productions and student performances together, fostering a love for the arts. From electrifying rock bands, to throw back hits, to laugh-out-loud comedy and more, you’ll experience amazing world class entertainment. We are dedicated to creating memorable experiences that celebrate, inspire, and bring our community together.