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Ocala Collectorfest Brings Collectors to Hilton Ocala

Ocala Collectorfest Brings Collectors to Hilton Ocala

Were your collector senses tingling on Sunday? Photo: Saga Communications/Amber Battillo/352today


OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Collectors around Ocala came together for an afternoon of toys, games, art and more. Florida Toy Shows hosted the Ocala Collectorfest on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Hilton Ocala, 3600 SW 36th Ave, Ocala from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Upon entering the toy showcase, guests received wristbands and free gift cards. Vendors lined the walls and center of the convention room with some taking place in the hallway leading up. In the hallway, those with a sweet tooth could grab confections at Chocolate Moonshine Co. such as truffles, chocolate bars, cookies and more to enjoy while exploring.

Chocolate confections are displayed in clear containers with two people behind the display.
Chocolate Moonshine Co. sold a variety of confections at the Florida Toy Show Ocala Collectorfest at Hilton Ocala on June 14, 2026.
Courtesy: Amber Battillo/352today

This Collectorfest featured items from vendors such as Toy Mafia, Abes collectibles and Florida Toy Show’s exclusive vendors from their showcases each season who showcased Legos, toy cars, dolls and figurines. Vendors such as Custom Game Collectibles featured vintage video game cartridges for the GameBoy, Nintendo 64 and more. Vendors such as Ryshau Records featured vinyl. A unique feature was Convention Comforts who offered pillows, scrunchies, bandanas, scarves and more for comfort while walking through conventions.

The next showcase is Tallahassee Collectorfest on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the North Florida Fairgrounds, 441 E Paul Russell Rd, Tallahassee. Tickets for early entry starting at 9 a.m. are $15, tickets for entry after 12 p.m. are $10 and children 12 and under enter free and receive toy cars upon entry.

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