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Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Ocala, people must register today to ride in the downtown golf cart parade by signing up and paying $50 to support the Fostering Foundation. The parade will run next Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. WCJB
- ➤ After the Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved a Home Depot plan near the On Top of the World retirement community, several Ocala residents voiced concerns that the site would create heavy traffic and noise—fearing it would disrupt their quiet living. Local letters warned that a more residential-friendly location should be considered to lessen the impact on the neighborhood. Ocala-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents disposed of leftover Thanksgiving grease responsibly at Ocala Wetland Recharge Park on Saturday by bringing sealed cooking oil to the collection event. City officials said the gathered grease will be repurposed—reused and recycled, and monthly collections will take place at Water Reclamation Facility Number 2 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. WCJB
- ➤ On Nov. 29, residents brought their leftover Thanksgiving grease to Ocala Wetland Recharge Park for safe disposal — a service that helps keep the area clean. WCJB
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brentwood at Fore Ranch, an assisted living and memory support facility in southwest Ocala on a 5-acre site, was sold for nearly $15 million on November 24 from Ocala Real Estate LLC to Ocala AL Propco LLC — marking one of Marion County’s largest real estate deals this year. Ocala-News
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A Tuna Christmas Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Ticket information available — Experience the festive comedy that brings laughter to the holiday season.
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Symphony Under the Lights
7:30 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Free entry — Enjoy a joyful outdoor concert performed by the Ocala Symphony and Youth Symphony under festive lights.
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Ocala Holiday Market & Food Festival
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Southeastern Livestock Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy a festive day filled with unique crafts, delicious food, and fun activities for the whole family.
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A Tuna Christmas
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious holiday celebration with beloved characters returning to spread joy.
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9th Annual Florida Thoroughbred Transformation Expo
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Florida Horse Park — $25 entry — Discover diverse equine talents at a weekend filled with competitions and prizes for thoroughbreds.
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The Nutcracker Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Family-friendly event — Experience the enchanting story of Clara and the Nutcracker in a magical ballet performance.
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Free Movie: Wicked for Good
2-5 p.m. — Epic Theatres of Ocala — Free entry — Experience the magic of Oz in the beloved story of friendship and courage.
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The Nutcracker Ballet
2-4 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical holiday classic brought to life by the Sheila Ruotolo Dance Company.
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Winter Wonderland Holiday Market
12-4 p.m. — Ocala Downtown Market — Free entry — Experience a magical holiday market filled with festive cheer and fun for the whole family.
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Christmas Eve Service
6:30-7:30 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas Eve with music, carols, and a meaningful message.
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