News

Circle Square Commons Commemorates America 250 with Patriotic Celebration

Circle Square Commons Commemorates America 250 with Patriotic Celebration

The Town Square at Circle Square Commons celebrates America 250 with Patriotic Celebration on July 4. Photo: Saga Communications/Amber Battillo/352today


OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Observe Independence Day for America 250 with a Patriotic Celebration from 4:30-9:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. This lively celebration will take place at The Town Square at Circle Square Commons, 8405 SW 80th St, Ocala.

Gates will open at 4 p.m. with activities line-up for the entire evening including live music, dancing, games, a photo kiosk and fireworks. Amidst the activities, guests can shop through vendors, food trucks and a beverage kiosk for snacks and unique items. The evening will begin with an opening ceremony with the Marion County Memorial Honor Guard along with a performance by Eirinn Abu.

Immediately following the opening ceremony, live performances will be taking place, starting with Rocky and the Rollers at 5 p.m. The next performances will feature Hayfire at 6:15 p.m. and Live Effect at 7:45 p.m. The evening will end with an entrancing firework display at 9 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for a comfortable viewing experience due to limited seating.

Enjoy this patriotic day out with the family for a lively celebration of the Fourth of July. Parking is $20 with the option of prepaying or paying cash on the day. Residents of On Top of the World, Stone Creek and Calesa Township can park for free with a valid resident ID or event pass.

News

7 hours ago in National

Key inflation gauge jumps to 3-year high in latest sign of affordability challenges

The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge rose to a new three-year high in May as gas prices peaked, a sign rising costs could pose political problems for President Donald Trump and his political party as midterm elections near.

7 hours ago in Entertainment

Charlie Brown’s longtime pen pal is finally revealed in new Apple TV ‘Peanuts’ movie

Charlie Brown began writing to a pen pal not long after the comic strip "Peanuts" debuted in newspapers back in 1950. No one has gotten a look at whoever was on the other end of his letters — until now.

7 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Usher says tour with Chris Brown is about more than 2 stars. He makes the case for R&B in stadiums

As Usher prepares to launch a stadium tour with Chris Brown, he says the criticism and legal troubles surrounding the singer never factored into his decision to embark on the tour.

7 hours ago in Sports

South Africa reaches World Cup knockout round for 1st time with 1-0 win over South Korea

South Africa advanced to the knockout phase of the World Cup for the first time with a 1-0 victory over South Korea on Wednesday night.

7 hours ago in Sports

Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold arrested in connection to Florida kidnapping and robbery

Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold has been arrested in connection to a kidnapping and robbery in Florida and faces felony charges, officials said Wednesday.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Trending

When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic

To someone who is getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, "Don't panic!" may be difficult to heed, even if that's exactly what you should do. But lifeguards say to not only relax but flip over and float out of the danger.

1 day ago in Sports

As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women’s World Cup countdown has begun

While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.