Halloween Festivities in Ocala/Marion County
Get into the spooky spirit with these Halloween happenings in Ocala!
Fear Circus
Date: October 2, 2026
Time: 8pm
Location: Ocala Civic Theatre | 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
Step right up for a night of thrills at Fear Circus, a live production blending circus artistry with dark storytelling, theatrical effects, dynamic lighting, and haunting music. Recommended for ages 13 and up, the show is packed with intense themes, frightening scenes, loud noises, strobe lighting, and special effects. Guests under 13 won't be admitted and those 13-17 must attend with a parent or guardian.
Marion County Parks And Recreation's Annual Carnival
Date: October 3, 2026
Time: 5-8pm
Location: Southeastern Livestock Pavilion | 2228 NE Jacksonville Road
Kick off the Halloween season at the Marion County Parks & Recreation’s Annual Carnival. Have some family fun with games, music, food trucks, haunted stalls, hay rides, bounce houses, and more! This annual event takes place at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion in Ocala and is completely free to attend thanks to Marion County Parks and Recreation.
5th Annual Grays Halloween Festival
Date: October 9, 2026
Time: 6-10pm
Location: Ocala Downtown Market | 403 SE Osceola Ave.
Kick off Halloween in Ocala with a free family-friendly celebration featuring trick-or-treating, vendors, face painting, games, food trucks, and more. Come in costume, join the contest at 8pm, and stock up on candy while supporting local small businesses!
Nightmare On Pine Street
Dates: October 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, 2026
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Location: Wayne's World of Paintball | 4841 S Pine Avenue
Brave the annual Nightmare on Pine Street Haunted Trail and have a fright for a good cause at Wayne’s World of Paintball. Every year, the scary trail provides a fun way to celebrate Halloween through a guided tour full of ghostly and frightening characters.
Historic Homesteading: Broom Making Class
Date: October 10, 2026
Time: 1-5pm
Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark | 3925 E. Fort King St.
Join a specialty crafter to learn how to make your very own witch broom at Fort King National Historic Landmark! All materials are supplied for the class, and tickets are $40/person.
Register on the Fort King National Historic Landmark website.
Burnyzz Annual Trunk or Treat Car Show
Date: October 10, 2026
Time: 4-7pm
Location: Burnyzz Speed Shop | 1 Aspen Rd.
Burnyzz Annual Trunk or Treat Car Show is back with live music, food trucks, face painting, raffles, and plenty of candy! Free to attend and don't forget your costumes!
Walking Ghost Tour
Dates: October 10, 17 & 24, 2026
Time: 6pm & 8pm
Location: HOPS Bryant House | 712 East Fort King Street
Take a haunted walking tour through Downtown Ocala’s Historic District, where ghostly stories and restless spirits bring the past to life. Perfect for history lovers, paranormal fans, and anyone craving a spooky night out!
Phantasmagoria XVII: FRANKENSTEIN
Dates: October 11, 2026
Time: 2pm & 6:30pm
Location: Ocala Civic Theatre | 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
Join Victorian horror troupe Phantasmagoria as they celebrate Mary Shelley's legendary tale, John Polidori's "The Vampyre," and the other ghost stories. With original music, choreography, stage combat, puppetry, and all new adaptations, this darkly enchanting production is appropriate for most ages, though parents should note it deals with tales of terror and includes loud sounds, flashing lights, and strobe effects.
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show” Shadowcast
Dates: October 16-17 & 30-31, 2026
Time: 7pm & 10pm
Location: Marion Theatre | 50 S. Magnolia Ave.
Lo-Fi Theatre Company is hosting a live shadowcast of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," complete with a goodie bag full of props and a callback cheat sheet included with your ticket! VIP seating gets you novelty character bags with extra goodies thrown in. Dress up as your favorite character or come as yourself, just note this show is for ages 18 and up only.
Boo-tiques, Bites, & Beautiful Rides
Date: October 18, 2025
Time: 5-9pm
Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center | 590 Silver Road
Shop local vendors, grab a bite from food trucks, and enjoy live entertainment at this fall festival featuring a car show where you get to vote for your favorite ride and help crown the trophy winner. Vendors will also be decking out their booths for the season, so don't forget to cast your vote for Best Decorated Booth.
Horse-O-Ween
Date: October 23, 2026
Time: 3:30pm
Location: Ocala Downtown Market | 405 SE Osceola Ave.
Saddle up for Horse-O-Ween at the Ocala Downtown Market. This fun-filled Halloween event features horses, demos, games, and equine entertainment. ! Costumes are welcome, and everyone's invited to compete in the Stick Horse Games.
After Dark In The Park Movie Series
Date: October 23, 2026
Time: 7pm
Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark | 3925 E. Fort King St.
Spend the evening at Fort King National Historic Landmark for a free movie showing of Young Frankenstein! A grandson of the infamous scientist, struggling to prove that his grandfather was not as insane as people believe, is invited to Transylvania, where he discovers the process that reanimates a dead body. This epic adventure is sure to get you into the Halloween spirit!
American Legion Post 27: Ruck or Treat
Date: October 24, 2026
Time: 3-7pm
Location: Veterans Memorial Park | 2601 E. Ft. KIng St.
American Legion Ocala Memorial Post 27 is hosting the 2nd Annual Ruck or Treat at Veterans Memorial Park. Enjoy free family activities, crafts, food, and a costume contest for all ages, plus free trick-or-treating for the kids. Don't miss the 2.2-mile Ruck Walk!
Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest
Date: October 24, 2026
Time: 5-7pm
Location: World Equestrian Center | 1750 NW 80th Ave
Get ready to show off your furry friend's spooktacular style! The Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest is back for its fourth year at World Equestrian Center (WEC). Dress your pup in their Halloween best for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Compete for cash, dog swag, and WEC merchandise! The fun takes place indoors at WEC Exposition Center 2. Be sure to stick around for the live announcement of winners at 6:45 pm. It's the perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit with your four-legged companion!
Park After Dark: Movie Night - Little Shop of Horrors
Date: October 27, 2026
Time: 6-8:30pm
Location: Sholom Park | 7110 SW 80th Ave.
Grab a blanket and settle in under the stars at Sholom Park for an outdoor showing of the cult classic Little Shop of Horrors. This musical comedy follows Seymour, a mild-mannered flower shop worker who stumbles into fame and fortune thanks to one seriously unusual plant and plenty of trouble along the way. Gates open at 6pm, and the movie rolls at 7pm.
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