# Contests Events | List Of All Upcoming Contests Events In Ocala

- **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming contests events in Ocala, find information & tickets for upcoming contests events happening in Ocala.
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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Ocala Murder Mystery: Solve the case!
  - **Description**: ⭐ Step into the shoes of a detective and solve a thrilling murder mystery at your own pace! Can you crack the case and catch the culprit before it’s too late? Highlights 🔍 Investigate a mysterious murder and follow the trail of clues. 🗝️ Interact with sus
  - **Date**: Thu, 01 Oct at 12:00 am – Tue, 01 Dec at 12:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/ocala-murder-mystery-solve-the-case/2700030036480232
  - **Venue**: 1 SE Broadway St.
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  - **Price**: min: 10, max: 10, currency: USD
  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Contests

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Explore all upcoming contests events in Ocala, find information & tickets for upcoming contests events happening in Ocala.

## Events in Ocala

- **Event Name**: The Gray Family Halloween Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for another amazing Gray Family Halloween Festival! Friday October 9th 2026 from 6:00pm til 10:00pm at the Ocala downtown Market! Admission and parking are free!!!

We will have 60+ amazing Holiday vendors each handing out candy at their booths. I
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Oct 09 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/the-gray-family-halloween-festival-2026/200030181647623
  - **Venue**: Ocala Downtown Market
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  - **Categories**: festivals, halloween, food-drinks, food-truck-festivals, holiday, contests
- **Event Name**: 8th Annual Howl-o-ween Pawty
  - **Description**: Join us for our 8th Annual Howl-O-Ween Pawty! 🎃🐾

Bring the whole family out for a fun-filled evening supporting the animals of Marion County!

🎟️ Admission: $5 per person (13+)
👧 Kids (12 & under) & pets are FREE!
🎫 Get your tickets now: https://
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 23 2026 at 05:30 pm – Fri Oct 23 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/8th-annual-howl-o-ween-pawty/200029984543324
  - **Venue**: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9mY2QxZTQ0ODE1M2M4ZmFhMzhhNTkwNjNkYmFkNzYwNzdmYzBmOTQzNzBmNTE3OTliM2JkOWMyNzRjZTRhMjUwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzI5NDk2NA.avif
  - **Categories**: trunk-or-treat, kids, halloween, food-drinks, nonprofit, contests
- **Event Name**: Ocala Anime-Fest
  - **Description**: Ocala Anime Fest: An epic event filled with anime, cosplay, merchandise, and fun for all otakus at heart.About this EventWelcome to Ocala Anime-Fest!Come join us at
  - **Date**: Sat Feb 27 2027 at 10:00 am – Sat Feb 27 2027 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/ocala-anime-fest/100001994415967848
  - **Venue**: Hilton Ocala
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  - **Price**: USD 13 to 115
  - **Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Art

## Trending Events in Ocala

- **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Children’s Miracle Network Car Show at WALMART
  - **Description**: Join us for our 2nd Annual Charity Car Show located at Walmart! We will have an extensive selection of cars/trucks and motorcycles to view. Free children’s costume contestCandy for kids! Free Entry for the public 
  - **Venue**: 34 Bahia Ave
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6aa2f50429bd0.jpg
- **Event Name**: Cars & Card Show
  - **Description**: $15 Entry Fee for Vehicles (ALL MAKES AND MODELS WELCOME) $10 Registration fee to get 1 6ft table to set up your sports cards, poekemon cards, trading cards etc. (This will be indoor) each spot is $10FREE
  - **Venue**: 11100 Southeast Maricamp Road, Ocala, FL, USA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f48190e69e0.jpg
- **Event Name**: Ghouls Night Out
  - **Description**: 👻🎀🕷️Ghouls Night Out🕷️🎀👻

Join us on Saturday, October 10th, 2026 from 6-9 PM at the Ocala Downtown Market for our BIGGEST event of the year🎃💖

🗓️ October 10th: Grab your ghoul-friends and get ready for the ultimate spooky season night out! Ghouls Night O
  - **Venue**: Ocala Downtown Market
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/74fb360e8d234bae60b745364fbbb2e8d9449cc3dce9deb7c76b71863563fa67-rimg-w1200-h676-dcd8d8d8-gmir?v=1787260312
- **Event Name**: The Gray Family Halloween Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for another amazing Gray Family Halloween Festival! Friday October 9th 2026 from 6:00pm til 10:00pm at the Ocala downtown Market! Admission and parking are free!!!

We will have 60+ amazing Holiday vendors each handing out candy at their booths. I
  - **Venue**: Ocala Downtown Market
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/4fd0b32a9cbd7503754360c53ba921444cd21cf3cf68246bc975a509550fe06c-rimg-w720-h1456-dc080808-gmir?v=1786983001
- **Event Name**: 29th Annual Jeeptoberfest™=The Official Event!
  - **Description**: The Original and OFFICIAL Event page for the 29th Annual Jeeptoberfest™! New Show Format. Online Registration opens June 1st! www.jeeptoberfest.com
Pre-Registration Price $75 (Parking Fee Waived) per Jeep covers all occupants legally buckled in for Friday
  - **Venue**: Florida Horse Park, 11851 Southwest 16th Avenue, Ocala,FL 34473., Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34473
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/466f00c46c8d33962eccad4a85bfc013b3ce2d4468eb481f23d30d75129f0286-rimg-w1200-h533-dc080808-gmir?v=1788203907
- **Event Name**: Ahren Belisle | October 1 | Marion Theatre
  - **Description**: AHREN BELISLE has skyrocketed onto some of the biggest stages in comedy—despite only performing stand-up for a few short years. He won over millions as a Top 10 Finalist on America’s Got Talent and made an unforgettable debut on the wildly popular podcast
  - **Venue**: 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34471
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/82e01d9d200dc07f92e2fa713067b6b4c1f8dfa5f4fbc9f54260ccf1dba97f06-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc384858-gmir?v=1787663681
- **Event Name**: Paleontology: Animal Skull Detectives - Grades 5, 6, and 7
  - **Description**: Yay!!! It’s time to sign up for Science Saturday. Tickets are free!About this EventThis free, fun, hands-on STEM event takes place at IHMC, 15 SE Osceola Ave., on October 10. Students in grades 3 - 7 are invited.
  - **Venue**: IHMC Ocala
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4a197aa1f309e25f8c28c069705b1c6b6aea302c60c1c9f3c3200283b8358b13-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1790739123
- **Event Name**: 4th Annual Ocala Pet Palooza
  - **Description**: Get ready for the ultimate weekend of PLAY. SHOP. LEARN. ADOPT. at the 4th Annual Ocala Pet Palooza on October 17-18, 2026! World Equestrian Center - Expo 2🎉

✨ What’s Happening:
🐶 Live shows by The Amazing Veranica & Her Talented Dogs
🐴 Meet Honey's
  - **Venue**: 1598 NW 87th Court Rd, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34482
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- **Event Name**: BURNYZZ TRUNK OR TREAT 2026
  - **Description**: The Burnyzz Trunk or Treat Car Show is a free, family-friendly community event open to absolutely everyone! Friends, families, car lovers, candy collectors, and Halloween fanatics of all ages are welcome. Burnyzz is beyond thrilled to bring the community
  - **Venue**: 1 Aspen Rd, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34480
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Ocala?
  - **A:** The Gray Family Halloween Festival 2026 (Fri Oct 09 2026 at 06:00 pm at Ocala Downtown Market), 8th Annual Howl-o-ween Pawty (Fri Oct 23 2026 at 05:30 pm at Southeastern Livestock Pavilion), Ocala Anime-Fest (Sat Feb 27 2027 at 10:00 am at Hilton Ocala), Ocala Murder Mystery: Solve the case! (Thu, 01 Oct at 12:00 am at 1 SE Broadway St.).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Ocala?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Ocala on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Ocala?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Ocala?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Ocala include Ocala Downtown Market, Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, Hilton Ocala.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Ocala?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Ocala range from USD 10 to USD 115. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Ocala?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Ocala include Matt Gray, Humane Society of Marion County Florida, Carmine De Santo.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Ocala?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Ocala.

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