OCALA, FL (352today.com) – This weekend is packed with interactive fun with live performances and high-energy markets. From shows like “Little Shop of Horrors” to a new circus in town to markets for the community and in celebration of Mardi Gras, there is plenty of entertainment to fill the weekend fast. Here are the top picks in the 352 this weekend.
Little Shop of Horrors
- What: The production run of the highly anticipated “Little Shop of Horrors” comedy musical begins this week. This musical is based on the Roger Corman comedy film of the same name about a man in love and his bloodthirsty plant.
- When: Thursday-Sunday, Jan. 29-Feb. 1 starting at 7:30 p.m.
- Where: The Ocala Civic Theatre, 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala.
- Cost: $35-$40 for adults, $17-$20 for ages 18 and under. Prices vary depending on seating.
Learn more here.
Spokes European Circus
- What: The Spokes European Circus is coming to Ocala for two weeks of interactive and live entertainment. With a theme of a traditional circus, the show will offer equestrian stunts, live music and Victorian Vaudeville from alumni of Cirque Du Soleil, Big Apple Circus, Cavalia and more.
- When: Friday-Sunday, Jan. 30-Feb. 1 starting at 7 p.m.
- Where: 4805 NE 36th Ave., Ocala
- Cost: $32 for general, $42 for VIP and $52 for the Big Top Tour.
Learn more here.
Belleview Community Market
- What: C2 Market is hosting a community market for locals to shop unique craft vendors and small businesses. Food trucks will be on-site for bites to eat while shopping the market.
- When: Friday, Jan. 30 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Where: Premiere Outdoor Structures, LLC, 9946 US-441, Belleview.
- Cost: Free to attend.
Learn more here.
OG Con Trading Card Event
- What: The OG Con Trading Card Event is back for another round of Pokémon enthusiasm in Ocala. Locals can bring their card collection and join up to 75 vendors in buying, trading and selling Pokémon cards.
- When: Saturday, Jan. 31 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Where: Hilton Ballroom, 3600 SW 36th Ave., Ocala.
- Cost: Free to attend.
Learn more here.
Mardi Gras Holiday Market
- What: The Ocala Downtown Market is host to another holiday market, this time with a Mardi Gras theme. Local vendors will be scattered throughout the area for shopping with food trucks on-site for filling meals or small bites while browsing the booths. Live entertainment will infuse the area with the spirit of Mardi Gras.
- When: Sunday, Feb. 1 from 12-4 p.m.
- Where: Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave., Ocala.
- Cost: Free to attend.
Learn more here.