Arts & Culture in Central Florida.

8th Ave. Gallery

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.

A Novel Idea Bookstore

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

Appleton Museum of Art

Stunning travertine marble museum housing over 24,000 works spanning European, American, Asian, and African art. The reflecting pool out front is as photogenic as the galleries inside. Affiliated with the College of Central Florida.

Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games

Family-owned comics and games store in Ocala since 2014, offering comics, video games, board games, D&D, and Warhammer supplies. Features dedicated gaming areas and hosts regular Sunday events and tournaments.

CC Fine Arts

Fine arts gallery on Silver Springs Boulevard in Ocala showcasing works from local and regional artists.

Discovery Center

Ocala's hands-on children's science center at Tuscawilla Park, open since 1997. Interactive exhibits, live reptiles, rotating galleries, and STEAM programs for ages 2-12. A great rainy-day option for families.

Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing

Chronicles the history of drag racing with about 90 racing cars in the Drag Race building and 50 vehicles in the Antique Car building. Opened in 1984.

Equine Instincts

Equestrian art collective at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala offering curated works including heirloom-quality sculptures, original paintings, and handcrafted home accents inspired by horse and wildlife art.

Fort King Building

Historic building near the Fort King National Historic Landmark site, serving as a gateway to the interpretive trails and living history exhibits of the Second Seminole War era.

Magnolia Art Xchange

Downtown Ocala art gallery and creative space showcasing local and regional artists. Rotating exhibitions, art events, and a welcoming atmosphere for the arts community.

Marion County Museum of History and Archaeology

Small museum dedicated to Marion County's rich archaeological and historical heritage, with exhibits spanning prehistoric Native American artifacts to early Florida settlement history.

Marion Cultural Alliance at Brick City Center for the Arts

Downtown Ocala's leading gallery space with a new art exhibition every 30 days featuring local and regional artists. Free admission, workshops, and performances — the heartbeat of Ocala's creative scene.

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Ocala Civic Theatre

The second largest community theater in Florida, entertaining and educating since 1950. Live professional-quality musical and dramatic productions year-round.

Paperfish Gallery & Studio

Reilly Arts Center

An intimate venue with state-of-the-art acoustics hosting classical, jazz, rock, and folk concerts. Great sound in a smaller room.

Robert Stebleton Fine Art

Fine art studio in Ocala featuring original paintings and curated art collections.

Shapot Art Studio and Gallery

Working art studio and gallery in Ocala offering original paintings and art classes.

Silver River Museum & Environmental Education Center

Hidden gem inside Silver Springs State Park with 12,000 years of Florida history — prehistoric artifacts, rare fossils, and a pioneer cracker village with historic cabins and a one-room schoolhouse. Open to the public on weekends only.

The Cozy Bookshop on 8th

Independent bookstore featuring curated books, dedicated local author space, cozy reading nooks, and bookish gifts. Opening Spring 2026.

The Marion Theatre

A cultural icon in downtown Ocala for over 70 years. Historic theater hosting films, performances, and community events.

Webber Gallery

Art gallery in Ocala featuring exhibitions of contemporary and fine art.