A guide to our favorite monthly happenings and can't miss events.
AdventHealth Grandview Invitational
Florida Horse Park
February 5-7 | 12pm
More than 200 draft horses in 23 teams from across North America deliver a spectacular display of power and excitement—all set to a majestic musical soundtrack. Gates open at 8am; shows begin at noon. For tickets and more information, visit grandviewinvitational.com
The Villages Balloon Festival
The Villages Polo Club
February 5-6 | 3-8pm
Enjoy evening balloon glows and tethered balloon rides plus roaming performers, food vendors and an antique car show. Visit thevillagesballoonfestival.com for more information.
Valentine’s Sip ‘N’ Shop & Bestie Bash
Paddock Mall
11am-2pm
While adults enjoy specialty vendors, drinks and live entertainment, kids can play games and make crafts. Visit paddockmall.com for more information.
The Color Purple
Marion Theatre
5:30pm
A literary film event to support Friends of the Ocala Public Library. Visit mariontheatre.org for more information.
Mi Amore at the Park
Sholom Park
6pm
Bring a picnic and enjoy the romantic music of the Heart Strings duo under the stars. Registration required at sholompark.org
Southeastern Youth Fair Ag Dash 5K
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion
8am
Support the premier event for Marion County 4-H and FFA clubs by participating at the race or virtually. Visit seyfair.com for more information.
Art Outside the Lines
Tuscawilla Art Park
10am-2pm
Support public art in Ocala with live music, art activities, artisan vendors, art nonprofits and refreshments for purchase. For more information, visit ocalafl.org/artpark
Talley’s Folley
Ocala Civic Theatre
February 25-March 21
7:30pm
Set in 1944, this play shares the touching romance of two kindred spirits brought together by love letters. Visit ocalacivictheatre.com for tickets and more information.
