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Looking for things to do in Ocala, Florida? Whether you’re a longtime Marion County resident or new to the area, there’s always something happening in our community. From live music at local venues like the Reilly Arts Center and Circle Square Cultural Center to outdoor adventures on the Cross Florida Greenway, Ocala offers entertainment for everyone. Browse upcoming concerts, holiday performances, festivals, and family-friendly activities throughout Ocala, The Villages, and surrounding Central Florida communities. At Bagen Law, we’re proud to call Ocala home, and we’re committed to keeping our neighbors connected to the events that make this community special.

Thursday | May 7, 2026

Gerry Coe Solo Thu, May 7, 2:00pm Private Event - Ocala, FL
Carpool - Cars Tribute Band Thu, May 7, 7:00pm Savannah Center
Alan Darcy Music!: Alan Darcy & Scott Simon Darcy DUO at City Fire American Oven & Bar - Sumter Landing Location Thu, May 7, 7:30pm City Fire
ZAC PETTY Thu, May 7, 8:00pm Four Smokes BBQ

Friday | May 8, 2026

KennaDee at Eaton's Beach Fri, May 8, 4:00pm Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill
Craig Campbell Acoustic Fri, May 8, 7:00pm Four Smokes BBQ
Ticket To The Moon - ELO Tribute Fri, May 8, 7:00pm Savannah Center at the Villages
TICKET TO THE MOON BAND: SAVANNAH CENTER Fri, May 8, 7:00pm Scarlett O'Hara Theater at Savannah Regional Recreation Center
10000 Maniacs Fri, May 8, 7:30pm Reilly Arts Center
10,000 Maniacs Fri, May 8, 7:30pm Reilly Arts Center

Saturday | May 9, 2026

Mother's Day 5k Run / Walk Sat, May 9, 8:00am 151 SE Osceola Ave
Cat Ridgeway: House Show Sat, May 9, 12:00pm Private Event
Sarah McCulloch: Songwriters in the Round Sat, May 9, 6:00pm The Bistro at The Grand Oaks Resort
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Ocala, FL Sat, May 9, 6:00pm Ocala Golf Club

Monday | May 11, 2026

The Rundown - Band: The Rundown Band @ The Villages Lake Sumter Mon, May 11, 5:00pm Lake Sumter Landing

Wednesday | May 13, 2026

Peter Calo: The Savannah Center at the Villages in Florida with The Happenings Wed, May 13, 4:00pm Scarlett O'Hara Theater at Savannah Regional Recreation Center
The Vouges – The Happenings – Rocky and The Rollers Wed, May 13, 5:00pm Savannah Center
Peter Calo: The Savannah Center at the Villages in Florida with The Happenings Wed, May 13, 7:00pm Scarlett O'Hara Theater at Savannah Regional Recreation Center

Friday | May 15, 2026

Andrew Williams: The Sweet Talkers Fri, May 15, 6:00pm Circle Square Commons
Carlene Mitchell’s QUEEN DIVAS TRIBUTE- Aretha Franklin & Whitney Houston Fri, May 15, 6:30pm Old Mill Playhouse
JP Soars Fri, May 15, 7:00pm Reilly Arts Center
Jim Breuer Fri, May 15, 7:30pm Reilly Arts Center

Saturday | May 16, 2026

Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (20) Sat, May 16, 8:00am 4255 SE 58th Ave
Houston Keen Music: Bank Street Patio Bar Sat, May 16, 11:30am Bank Street Patio Bar
ZAC PETTY Sat, May 16, 4:00pm Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill
Pinnacle Cares 2026 Gala Sat, May 16, 5:00pm Hilton Ocala
Cliff Dorsey: Private Event Sat, May 16, 6:30pm Pine Haven Ranch, LLC
Tommy Treadway Sat, May 16, 7:00pm GarVino's Cigars, Fine Wine & Gifts
Opera Gala - Magic Moments of Opera Scenes Sat, May 16, 7:00pm The Sharon
Alter Eagles - Tribute Band Sat, May 16, 7:30pm Reilly Arts Center

Sunday | May 17, 2026

May 17, 2026 Juco Showcase Sun, May 17, 9:00am College of Central Florida
Houston Keen Music: Charlie Horse Sun, May 17, 2:00pm Charlie Horse
Greg Little: Dance Express @ Brownwood Paddock Square Sun, May 17, 5:00pm Brownwood Paddock Square
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Sun, May 17, 7:30pm Reilly Arts Center

Monday | May 18, 2026

Tommy Treadway Mon, May 18, 2:00pm RJ Gator's Florida Sea Grill & Bar

Tuesday | May 19, 2026

KennaDee at The Angler's Club (members only) Tue, May 19, 5:30pm THE ANGLER'S CLUB
Bobby Collins Tue, May 19, 7:00pm Savannah Center at the Villages

Wednesday | May 20, 2026

The Heart of Rock & Roll - The Authentic Tribute to Huey Lewis & The News: The Villages - Savannah Center Wed, May 20, 7:00pm The Villages

Thursday | May 21, 2026

The Rundown - Band: The Rundown Band @ The Villages Spanish Springs Thu, May 21, 5:00pm Spanish Springs Town Square
Justin Phillips: Charlie Horse Thu, May 21, 6:00pm Charlie Horse
ORIENA: SUNBURNS & BREAKDOWNS TOUR Thu, May 21, 6:30pm Mutiny Bar Ocala
SkynFolks - The Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band Thu, May 21, 7:00pm Whispering Oaks Winery
Coraline's Collapse: Sunburns & Breakdowns Florida Tour Thu, May 21, 7:00pm Mutiny Bar Ocala
A Band Called Honalee Thu, May 21, 7:00pm The Villages
Milton Comedy Show Thu, May 21, 8:00pm Grand Pointe

Friday | May 22, 2026

KennaDee at The Polo Pony (WEC) Fri, May 22, 6:00pm The Polo Pony
ZAC PETTY Fri, May 22, 6:00pm Swampy's Bar & Grille
Adams Voice (Family) Fri, May 22, 6:00pm The Way Independent Christian Church
Exit Left Live at Charlie Horse Ocala Fri, May 22, 7:00pm Charlie Horse
Alan Darcy Music!: Alan Darcy & Scott Simon Duo at City Fire American Oven & Bar - Brownwood Location Fri, May 22, 7:00pm City Fire American Oven & Bar
Beetlejuice - The Musical Fri, May 22, 7:30pm The Sharon

Saturday | May 23, 2026

Beetlejuice - The Musical Sat, May 23, 2:00pm The Sharon
Melissa Lee Sat, May 23, 6:00pm The Polo Pony
Exit Left Saturday Night Live at City Fire Brownwood Sat, May 23, 7:00pm City Fire American Oven & Bar
Pat Largo Sat, May 23, 7:00pm Stone Creek Golf Club
Ultimate Garth Sat, May 23, 7:00pm Orange Blossom Opry
Beetlejuice - The Musical Sat, May 23, 7:30pm The Sharon