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Vision Statement:
To make Ocala a great place to live, play and prosper. Core Values:
1. To astonish the customer, not just to satisfy the customer.
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11/02/2026

First Friday Art Walk is this Friday, Nov. 6!

Check out the community performance schedule to make sure you catch your favorite group before visiting over 40 art displays featuring local artists.

For more information visit our website www.ocalafl.gov/artwalk

11/01/2026

Get your art on at First Friday Art Walk!

On Nov. 9 from 6 -9 p.m. in Downtown Ocala, kids of all ages can enjoy free family art activities provided by local arts organizations while enjoying live entertainment.

Afterwards, stroll the streets checking out artwork from over 40 local artists and be sure to stop by your favorite local restaurant for dinner or a tasty dessert.

There's something for everyone at First Friday Art Walk!

Learn more at www.ocalafl.gov/artwalk

10/31/2026

Start looking early for that perfect gift this holiday season!

First Friday Art Walk is a great opportunity to find a special, one-of-kind gift for that hard to shop person in your life.

Come out on Nov. 6 from 6 - 9 p.m. in Downtown Ocala and get a jump on your holiday shopping with a special art piece from a local artist.

Also, be sure to check out the downtown retailers, many who are open extended hours during the Art Walk.

For more information visit www.ocalafl.gov/artwalk

10/31/2026

👻 Happy Halloween from the City of Ocala 🎃

Wishing all our residents and visitors a fun, festive and safe Halloween! Whether you're trick-or-treating, celebrating with friends and family or enjoying a spooky night at home, we hope your holiday is filled with treats and great memories!

Remember to stay alert, watch for trick-or-treaters and celebrate safely!

Don't forget! Daylight saving time ends this weekend, so be sure to set your clocks back one hour before heading to bed Saturday night.

Have a safe and spooktacular Halloween, Ocala!

10/30/2026

City of Ocala employees got into the Halloween spirit by trading their everyday work attire for some creative, fun and festive costumes!

From spooky to silly, our team brought plenty of Halloween spirit to City Hall!

Now we want to hear from you! Which costume is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below 🎃

10/30/2026

First Friday Art Walk – Artist Spotlight

Art Turquoise | Margarita Streinesberger & Jael Mena

Art Turquoise showcases the creativity of artists Margarita Streinesberger and Jael Mena. Margarita creates abstract paintings inspired by coastal and tropical themes, as well as murals, while Jael designs handmade jewelry.

Join us on Friday, November 6, during First Friday Art Walk to explore their artwork, meet the artists, and support local creativity! They’ll be showcasing their work outside Häagen-Dazs, located at 40 S. Magnolia Ave. in downtown Ocala.

For more information, visit artturquoise.com.

10/29/2026

Driving Safety: Celebrating Excellence

Safety is a shared responsibility, and the City of Ocala recently recognized employees who are leading by example at the DriveCam Recognition Luncheon.

The results highlight their commitment:
• 70.6% of employees (482 of 683) qualified for recognition by earning three or fewer DriveCam points.
• 34.4% of all employees (235) achieved a perfect zero point DriveCam score.

Employees from Ocala Electric Utility, Water Resources, Stormwater Engineering, Surveying, Code Enforcement and other City departments came together to acknowledge these accomplishments and reaffirm the importance of safe driving practices.

Congratulations to all employees for their dedication to safety, accountability and protecting one another and the community we serve.
Every safe decision makes a difference.

10/29/2026

First Friday Art Walk Downtown Business Spotlight | The Tipsy Skipper

The Tipsy Skipper is a boutique, 1950s-inspired tiki lounge located in downtown Ocala at 48 S. Magnolia Ave., next to the Marion Theatre. Featuring rotating seasonal handcrafted cocktails and fresh juices, it brings a tropical touch to downtown!

Stop by on Friday, November 6, during First Friday Art Walk to visit The Tipsy Skipper, explore downtown Ocala, and support our local businesses.

Check out their website at www.thetipsyskipperocala.com

10/28/2026

First Friday Art Walk – Sponsor Spotlight

A big thank you to West Shire Village for supporting the First Friday Art Walk! Be sure to visit their tent on the Ocala Downtown Square during the Nov. 6 Art Walk to learn more about their residential community and connect with their team.

For more information about West Shire Village, visit www.westshireocala.com

10/27/2026

Please join us in congratulating our Community Engagement Coordinator Ramona Williamson on being named Marion County Partner of the Year by the Central Florida Community Action Agency.

This recognition highlights Ramona's dedication to building meaningful partnerships, connecting residents with resources and creating opportunities that make a lasting difference in our community.

Ramona's passion for public service extends far beyond her everyday responsibilities. As a founding member of the City Path Summer Training Academy, she helped develop a program that introduces local students to careers in public service through hands-on experiences and exposure to City operations.

This latest honor follows her recognition as a 2026 Hometown Hero Award recipient, further highlighting her commitment to serving others and strengthening our community.

Ramona, thank you for the energy, compassion and dedication you bring to the City of Ocala every day. We're proud to have you on our team! Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

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110 SE Watula Avenue
Ocala, FL
34471

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.ocalafl.gov/

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