“Want A Ride? It’s Free!”
Do you love walking around downtown Ocala but hate the walking part of it? Well, thanks to Ocala Main Street you can skip some of that. The soft launch of the free downtown trolley cart service has been a huge success! Some seem to be confused as to why people are driving around a couple of golf carts offering rides to people walking down the street. That gets cleared up quickly with the clearly marked signs all over each of the four-seater carts. In its debut on Sept. 15 and 16, more than 150 people rode on the trolley carts.
The carts were donated by Cart World and they have committed to donating six-seater golf carts when the need arises, which based on performance so far, has the potential of happening soon.
The service is free since it is provided by volunteers. If you would like to volunteer your Friday or Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to provide some much-needed transportation to your neighbors here in Ocala, contact Ocala Main Street on their Facebook page. I’ve already signed up for tomorrow night, so maybe one of those drivers offering you a ride this weekend will be me!
Annual Ocala Art Festival This Weekend!
The annual Ocala Arts Festival celebrates the stunning pieces of talented artists from around the country, showcasing the creations of more than 150 artists. This event is organized by the Fine Arts for Ocala Organization and will be held in downtown Ocala. The festival features an array of art selections, mouthwatering eats, live performances, and more. Whether you’re looking for exciting things to do or seeking new ways to dive into Ocala’s art scene, this event offers unforgettable fun for all festival goers.
This pet-friendly festival includes many family-friendly activities and stunning works of art. Make your way to appetizing meals, engaging entertainment, and vivid paintings.
Food trucks will be located throughout the grounds of the event, as well as near the Citizens’ Circle and the Marion Theatre.
The Ocala Arts Festival will include kid-friendly entertainment and live performances. Tap your feet to infectious beats and listen to local bands play at the Downtown Gazebo. Watch thrilling dance members at Citizens’ Circle and be immersed in performances by local students. Bring your little ones to a variety of engaging activities, ranging from face painting to an arts and crafts tent.
Visitors can find parking throughout Ocala’s downtown area.
This event will be held from October 28 to 29 and it will run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This event is free and open to the public.
Flamingo Scavenger Hunt!
Join Ocala Cultural Arts to find the FAFO flamingo???? inside local downtown shops at the annual Ocala Arts Festival by Fine Arts For Ocala, Inc. (FAFO) (@fine_arts_for_ocala) on October 28 and 29! Find the FAFO flamingo, and win prizes!
To participate and collect prizes, first, find the Art Tent on the downtown square during the FAFO Arts Festival and get the details. This family fun event is free to attend & and open to the public!
For more information about the event visit: www.FAFO.org.
