# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Ocala 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Ocala with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
- **Type**: other

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Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Ocala with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Ocala.

## Thanksgiving Events in Ocala

- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving at Stirrups Restaurant
  - **Description**: Make Thanksgiving an occasion to remember at Stirrups Restaurant. Gather in the elegant setting of The Equestrian Hotel at World Equestrian Center – Ocala for a special four-course prix fixe menu inspired by the flavors of the season. Seatings are availab
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 11:00 am – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/thanksgiving-at-stirrups-restaurant/200030742375402
  - **Venue**: Stirrups
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, sports, workshops
- **Event Name**: Mom and Me Manatee Paddle
  - **Description**: Moms, grab your Mini Me and Paddle with Manatees! (Bringing your mini me is optional)
$35 board rental: add a mini me rental is only $25 more
Mini me’s  can ride on your board at no charge. If they would like a board your mini me board rental is only $25
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/mom-and-me-manatee-paddle/200030775859934
  - **Venue**: Silver Springs State Park
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Buffet at The Equestrian Manor
  - **Description**: Gather around the table this Thanksgiving for an abundant holiday feast at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Served in Miss Amelia’s Ballroom at The Equestrian Manor, the Thanksgiving Buffet brings together elevated favorites and autumnal flavors, from cid
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 11:30 am – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/thanksgiving-buffet-at-the-equestrian-manor/200030780837558
  - **Venue**: 8050 NW 17th Pl, Ocala, FL 34482, United States
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, sports, holiday
- **Event Name**: Earth Dog Practice
  - **Description**: Practice will be the Saturday November 28 which is the Saturday after Thanksgiving and the Saturday  before Christmas December 19.  We are asking for a donation of $5 which will go towards buying rosettes for the tests.  Please read the premium for direct
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/earth-dog-practice/200030765535311
  - **Venue**: Ocala, Florida
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  - **Categories**: Workshops, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Audiobook Walk
  - **Description**: Start your morning the cozy way✨with coffee, community, and a good story in your ears. Join us at Sipping Grounds at 9:00 AM to grab your drink, mingle with fellow book lovers, and settle into the vibe. At 9:30 AM, we’ll head out for a relaxing group walk
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 29 2026 at 09:30 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/thanksgiving-audiobook-walk/200030689198803
  - **Venue**: Tuscawilla Park Historic District
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: 24th Annual Fiddler’s Turkey Run
  - **Description**: �WOW 24th ANNUAL� 
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  - **Date**: Tue Nov 24 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Nov 28 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/24th-annual-fiddlers-turkey-run/200030094266352
  - **Venue**: Ocala, Florida
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- **Event Name**: Full River Paddle
  - **Description**: The day after Thanksgiving paddle down the Silver River.. a 5 mile one-way paddle visiting with manatees those elusive monkeys.. and good vibes. 
Pack a picnic cooler small with post Thanksgiving, Yummies and your favorite beverages for our picnic pitstop
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 27 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri Nov 27 2026 at 02:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/full-river-paddle/200030773625314
  - **Venue**: Silver Springs State Park
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## 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
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- **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
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- **Event Name**: The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Shadow Cast at Marion Theatre
  - **Venue**: Marion Theatre
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- **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**: FAFO’s Fine Arts Festival
  - **Description**: Experience a weekend where creativity, craftsmanship, and culture come together in the heart of Ocala.

The Ocala Fine Arts Festival invites you to explore an exceptional outdoor gallery featuring more than 150 accomplished artists from across the nation,
  - **Venue**: Downtown Ocala
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- **Event Name**: Xtreme Bullz Fall Festival 🤠🐮
  - **Description**: Marion county & all the surrounding counties all the way up to Georgia to the Mississippi River Be ready for something Florida has never seen in its days we will be having the first ever Iron Man event called the “Xtreme Bucking Bracket” right here in
  - **Venue**: Florida Horse Park
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- **Event Name**: 2X Monster Trucks
  - **Venue**: Bubba Raceway Park
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- **Event Name**: Moonshine Bandits LIVE at FourSmokes BBQ
  - **Description**: 🔥 OCALA — IT’S GOING DOWN! 🔥

Stampede Talent & FourSmokes BBQ are bringing MOONSHINE BANDITS LIVE to FourSmokes for one HUGE night! 🤘🔥

Get ready for cold drinks, killer BBQ, and a packed night of LIVE MUSIC — and the best part… IT’S FREE!

🎸 MOONSHI
  - **Venue**: FourSmokesbbq
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- **Event Name**: Disney’s Aladdin in Concert
  - **Description**: Disney’s Aladdin in Concert Live to Film transforms Disney’s beloved 1992 animated classic into an unforgettable live orchestral event. On November 7 and 8, 2026, the Ocala Symphony performs Alan Menken’s Academy Award®-winning score in perfect synchroniz
  - **Venue**: 500 NE 9th St., Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34470
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Ocala?
  - **A:** Thanksgiving at Stirrups Restaurant (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 11:00 am at Stirrups), Mom and Me Manatee Paddle (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Silver Springs State Park), Thanksgiving Buffet at The Equestrian Manor (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 11:30 am at 8050 NW 17th Pl, Ocala, FL 34482, United States), Earth Dog Practice (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 12:00 pm at Ocala, Florida), Thanksgiving Audiobook Walk (Sun Nov 29 2026 at 09:30 am at Tuscawilla Park Historic District).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Ocala?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Ocala?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Ocala include Stirrups, Silver Springs State Park, 8050 NW 17th Pl, Ocala, FL 34482, United States.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Ocala?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Ocala include World Equestrian Center - Ocala Resort, Latitude 29 Paddle Board Co, Florida Earth Dog.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Ocala?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Ocala.

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