Black Prong
The Big Bad Interactive All Request Piano Show: Friday, June 6th | 6:30PM – 9PM
- Kitt and Corrin are back! Enjoy another interactive evening with The Big Bad duo and their all-request Vegas-style piano show! Doors open at 4 PM, show begins at 6:30!
Yoga for Equestrians: Saturday June 7th & 21st | 10AM – 11:15AM
- Lu Patino of I am Luv 2 All, offers a unique yoga class designed for equestrians and non-equestrians that focuses on hip openers, shoulder mobility, and core strength. This class is appropriate for all experience levels and will be held outdoors in rotating locations across the Black Prong property.
Serenity Saturdays | Wellness Series: Saturday June 14th | 10AM – 5PM
- Spend the day connecting with your body, breath, and the nature all around you! Enjoy a morning yoga class and sound bath with Lu Patino & Amy Sage. Gather for a refreshing lunch on the veranda then enjoy the rest of the afternoon to relax at the pool and take advantage of the resort amenities!
Whiskey Tasting on the Veranda June 20th | 5 & 6 PM
- Need a Father’s Day gift he will actually be excited about? Share the gift of whiskey! Join us for an exclusive tasting event featuring a curated selection of exceptional bourbons and whiskies: Russell’s Reserve 10 Year, Highland Park Scotch, Yamazaki Japanese Single Malt, and Wild Turkey Rare Breed.
Williston
2nd Annual Williston Watermelon Festival: Saturday, June 14th | 10AM -3PM
- The 2nd Annual Williston Watermelon Festival is June 14th from 10am-3pm at Heritage Park in downtown Williston.
100+ vendors, food trucks, live music, FREE watermelon & more! FREE admission to come and enjoy the festivities.
Demo Day at Blue Grotto Dive Resort: Saturday, June 7th | 10AM – 4PM
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Come try out full face mask diving!
Ocala
Woofstock Holiday Market: Sunday, June 1st | 12PM – 4PM
- The Woofstock Holiday Market is a delightful event for both pet lovers and families, featuring live music, a variety of vendors, and a selection of food trucks. It’s a great opportunity to spend quality time with your furry friends while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
2025 Ocala Summer Series at WEC: Various Dates | Times Vary
- 2025 Summer Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. From June 4 to August 10, enjoy hunter/jumper competition every week, Wednesday through Sunday. New for 2025, there will be more international competition than ever before during the Ocala Summer Series.
- Summer Series Opener: Reception Experience: Enjoy a premium view of the Grand Outdoor Arena to watch the opening grand prix of the 2025 Ocala Summer Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Enjoy a reception on the terrace with included charcuterie and crudité starting at 6:30pm.
- Summer Series Grand Prix Dining Experience presented by Wheels Up. With a table offering the most coveted view of the Grand Outdoor Arena, you can enjoy top-level equestrian sport under the lights at The Equestrian Hotel. Indulge in a three-course chef’s dinner featuring complimentary beer and wine. A cash bar will be available for spirits and bottles of wine from the in-house master sommelier’s selections. Doors for the event will open at 6:30pm. Grand Prix start times vary.
Gentle Carousel’s Reading with Horses: Thursday June 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th | 2PM
- The Marion Theatre is a historic theatre, built in 1941, and located in downtown Ocala, Florida. Horses, books and special guests every week. The theme for this summer is Jobs With Horses. Reading With Horses is free for adults and children. Free new book each week for every child!
Symphony Under the Stars: Friday, June 6th | 3PM
- Conducted my Maestro Matthew Wardell, the Ocala Symphony Orchestra will perform an enchanting outdoor concert at the Ocala Golf Club, offering a perfect evening of music, family fun, and fireworks. Gates open at 3 p.m., giving music-lovers the chance to enjoy pre-concert entertainment before the symphony performance begins at 7 p.m. The evening culminates with a dazzling fireworks display at 8:45 p.m.
Cannon Farms Craft Market: Saturday & , June 7th & 8th | 10AM – 4PM
- Lots of vendors to browse and shop, live music, petting zoo, hayrides, face painting or caricature drawings, inflatables, flower picking and more! There is a $5 admissions fee for this event that can be paid before entering the event. Your admission fee includes a hayride.
Full Moon Night Hikes: Wednesday, June 11th | 8PM – 9PM
- Full moon night hike, led by a park ranger, discover the fascinating stories behind the name around the campfire! Remember to bring suitable footwear, insect repellent, and a flashlight or headlamp.
Ocala Father’s Day Craft & Vendor Market: Saturday & Sunday, June 14th & 15th | Times Vary
- Enjoy a special weekend dedicated to celebrating dads and all the incredible father figures in our lives! Featuring local vendors, thoughtful gifts, and great finds, this is the perfect event to discover something meaningful and unique.
Date Night at Discovery Center: Starry Summer: Friday, June 27th 6PM – 8:30PM
- Discover a new way to do Date Night! Date Night at Discovery Center is a fun unique experience for adults. Guests enjoy light appetizers, kid free playtime in our current exhibit, and hands on activities like animal encounters and science experiments.
Gainesville
Free Fridays Concert Series: Friday, Various Dates | 7PM – 9PM
- The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features local and regional musical talent at the Bo Diddley Plaza. Our concerts under the stars showcase diverse musical acts sure to delight music lovers with classic rock, reggae, R & B, soul, ska, funk, blues and more. Each Friday night from 7-9 p.m.
Brew at the Zoo: Saturday, June 7th | 4PM – 7PM
- You’re invited to Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo’s fourth annual Brew at the Zoo! Guests 21+ are invited to an after hours event at the zoo on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 4 – 7 p.m. to enjoy an evening of live music, craft beer, animal encounters, food and more. All funds raised from Brew at the Zoo will directly support the zoo and our mission to educate, inspire, and secure a future for wildlife.
Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens: Saturday, June 7th | 10AM – 12PM
- Kanapaha offers a guided tour of the Gardens the first Saturday of every month, starting at 10:00am. Regular admission price for non-members.
Thursday Night Swing Dancing at Rosa B. Williams Center: Every Thursday | 7:30PM – 10:30PM
- Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment!
Gainesville Car & Coffee at Tioga Town Center: Saturday, June 7th | 9AM – 11AM
- Get an up-close view of cars at Gainesville Cars and Coffee. The family-friendly gathering is open to all automotive enthusiasts and is free to attend.
Artwalk Gainesville: Friday, June 27th | 7PM – 10PM
- Artwalk Gainesville is a self-guided art experience of local galleries, artist studios, and cultural events in beautiful Gainesville, Florida.