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Rock The Country 2026 Comes to Ocala: Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, and More
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Rock The Country 2026 Comes to Ocala: Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, and More

One of country music's hottest touring festivals returns to Ocala on August 28–29, 2026 at Florida Horse Park with Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, Lauren Alaina, and more.

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75 Chrome Shop's 28th Annual Big Rig Truck Show Returns to Wildwood This April

The I-75 region's biggest trucking spectacle is back April 24–26, 2026 at the 75 Chrome Shop in Wildwood — and spectators get in free.

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Events & Entertainment

4th of July Fireworks in Ocala: Your Complete Guide to Patriotic Skies

Every year, Tuscawilla Park becomes the center of Ocala's Fourth of July celebration. Here's your complete guide to Patriotic Skies and Independence Day fun in Marion County.

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Community & Safety

Area Code 352 Scams: What Ocala and Marion County Residents Need to Know

Getting calls from unfamiliar 352 numbers? Phone scams targeting Marion County residents are on the rise — here's how to identify them and protect yourself.

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Living in Ocala

Why People Leave The Villages, Florida — and Why Many Choose Ocala Instead

The Villages is one of Florida's most famous retirement communities, but not everyone stays. Here's why residents move on — and why Ocala is increasingly their next destination.

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Dining & Food

Does Ocala Have a Dutch Bros? What Coffee Lovers Need to Know

Dutch Bros Coffee has been rapidly expanding through Florida. Here's the latest on whether Ocala has a location — and where to find great coffee in the meantime.

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Things To Do

Halloween Stores and Costume Shops in Ocala, Florida

Looking for Halloween costumes, decorations, or spooky fun in Ocala? Here's where to shop — from seasonal Spirit Halloween pop-ups to year-round options.

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Tarzan Was Filmed Here: The Untold Story of Silver Springs and Hollywood

Long before it was a state park, Silver Springs was one of the most photographed places on earth — and a favorite filming location for Tarzan, Sea Hunt, and dozens of Hollywood productions.

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Community Events

Ocala Pet Palooza 2026: Everything You Need to Know

The 4th Annual Ocala Pet Palooza returns to the World Equestrian Center October 17–18, 2026 — two days of pet adoptions, vendor booths, competitions, and family fun for animal lovers in Marion County.

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Sports

4th Annual Sheltair Run the Runway 5K Returns to Ocala International Airport on March 21

The 4th Annual Sheltair Run the Runway 5K gives participants a rare chance to run on an actual airport runway at Ocala International Airport, with proceeds supporting local heroes and first responders in Marion County.

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