OCALA, FL (352today.com) – From family-friendly fun to haunting and spooky activities for thrill-seekers, this weekend has plenty of fun to stay entertained. A whodunnit and haunted hayride are available for spine-tingling fun and detective work while a boo bash, free movies and more are ready to entertain all ages.
“Beware the House on Haunted Hill”
- What: The College of Central Florida will be performing “Beware the House on Haunted Hill,” a whodunnit play based on the classic ’50s horror movie “House on Haunted Hill.” The audience will be sent to the past as six guests of the house survive the night.
- When: Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 23-25 starting at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 26 starting at 3 p.m.
- Where: The College of Central Florida Dassance Fine Arts Center, 3001 SW College Rd., Ocala.
- Cost: $12 for adults, $6 for non-CF students and free for CF students, faculty and staff with valid ID.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
A Haunted Vineyard Halloween Boo Bash
- What: Wildwood Vineyard invites one and all to the Halloween boo bash where guests can partake in a fun evening of live entertainment, a costume contest, food and wine. This free event will host a variety of vendors for guests to choose from with specialty drinks, baked goods and other unique items.
- When: Friday, Oct. 25 from 3-8 p.m.
- Where: Wildwood Vineyard & Events, 1945 E CR 462, Wildwood.
- Cost: $5 cash parking with free admission.
Learn more here.
Red Ribbon Kick Off
- What: The Ocala Drive-In is hosting a free movie night to kick off Red Ribbon Week with four screenings with “Coraline” and “Lilo & Stitch” on one screen and “Wicked” and “Elio” on the other. There will be games and activities for families to enjoy with snow cones and bounce houses.
- When: Friday, Oct. 24 starting at 5:30 p.m.
- Where: The Ocala Drive-In, 4850 S Pine Ave., Ocala.
- Cost: Free admission.
Learn more here.
Third Annual Hocus Pawcus Canine Halloween Costume Contest
- What: The World Equestrian Center is hosting their third annual canine costume contest where guests can dress up their pups for a chance to win prizes, dog swag and more. This free event will feature vendors and entertainment in the midst of the competition.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25 from 5-7 p.m.
- Where: The World Equestrian Center Expo Center 2, 1750 NW 80th Ave., Ocala.
- Cost: Free registration and admission.
Learn more and register here.
Turkey Hollow Farm Haunted Hayride
- What: Turkey Hollow Farm will be hosting a haunted hayride with less scary rides starting at 6 p.m. and spookier rides later for thrill-seekers. Although the event is free, donations are accepted and appreciated.
- When: Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24-25 from 6-10 p.m.
- Where: Turkey Hollow Farm, 19890 SE 62nd Pl., Morriston.
- Cost: Free admission, though donations are accepted.
Learn more here.
Lady Lake’s Halloween Boo Bash
- What: The City of Lady Lake is hosting a Halloween Boo Bash featuring bounce houses, music, dancing, food and a fun costume contest. This event is fit for the whole family with not-too-scary activities for community fun.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25 from 6-8 p.m.
- Where: Guava Street Athletic Complex, 221 W Guava St., Lady Lake.
- Cost: Free admission.
Learn more here.
I-75 Flea Market Fair
- What: Florida Kids Helping Kids is hosting a market fair with activities fit for all ages to excite the whole family. The event will feature rides for all ages, a sea lion splash attraction, exciting cyber cirque and magic shows, photo booths, carnival foods and more. The event will also feature music to stay entertained while visiting some of the variety of vendors that will be in attendance.
- When: Thursday, Oct. 23 from 5-10 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24 from 5-11 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25 from 12-11 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 26 from 12-10 p.m.
- Where: I-75 Flea Market, 4121 NW 44th Ave., Ocala.
- Cost: $5 admission for anyone 36” or taller with separate purchase options for rides.
Learn more here and purchase tickets here.
