Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Marion County Library Headquarters
OcalaMain branch of the Marion County Public Library System on Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala. Offers a full range of library services including book clubs, computer access, educational programs, and community meeting spaces.
McPherson Complex
OcalaMarion County government and event complex on SE 25th Ave in Ocala, hosting community events, meetings, and festivals.
Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe
OcalaMeeple Movers Board Game Cafe -- a local venue in the VillaCala Vibes coverage area.
MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
Major outdoor amphitheatre east of Tampa. Summer concert season staple. 20,000 capacity (lawn + reserved).
Mission Inn Resort & Club
Howey-in-the-HillsHistoric full-service resort with two championship golf courses, a marina, spa, tennis, and multiple dining options. A Central Florida landmark since 1964.
Mount Dora Music Hall
Mount DoraIntimate live music venue in downtown Mount Dora featuring tribute shows, jazz, and acoustic performances.
Ocala Golf Club
OcalaGolf club and event venue in Ocala hosting tournaments, dinner shows, and private events.
Old Mill Playhouse
The VillagesOld Mill Playhouse -- a local venue in the VillaCala Vibes coverage area.
Panasoffkee Community Library
panasoffkeePanasoffkee Community Library -- a local venue in the VillaCala Vibes coverage area.
Peabody Auditorium
Daytona Beach's premier performing arts venue. Concerts, Broadway, comedy. 2,521 seats.
Pinellas Plaza Library
The VillagesSumter County public library branch in The Villages providing books, programs, and community resources.
Power Plant Business Incubator
OcalaPower Plant Business Incubator -- a local venue in the VillaCala Vibes coverage area.
Raymond James Stadium
Home of the Buccaneers. Hosts stadium-scale concerts and major events. 65,000+ capacity.
Reilly Arts Center
OcalaAn intimate venue with state-of-the-art acoustics hosting classical, jazz, rock, and folk concerts. Great sound in a smaller room.
Ruth Eckerd Hall
Premier performing arts hall in Clearwater. Broadway, symphony, and touring artists. 2,180 seats.
Sawgrass Grove
The VillagesDance under the lights and canopy of the orange grove-inspired Sawgrass Grove. Here you’ll enjoy a wide variety of live entertainment, along with unique shopping, and dining experiences including Sawgrass Tavern and a variety of shops and eateries in The Market.
Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Event Center
Intimate concert venue inside Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. National headliners in a premium setting. ~1,500 capacity.
Spanish Springs Town Square
The VillagesThe beating heart of The Villages, with free live music and entertainment nightly on the town square. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and an energy that makes every evening feel like a street festival.
Spring Hill Branch Library
Crystal RiverSpring Hill Branch Library -- a local venue in the VillaCala Vibes coverage area.
Sunset Island at Eastport
The VillagesSerene island park on Central Lake at Eastport in The Villages with waterfront walking paths, picnic areas, and views of the outdoor entertainment stage across the water.
Sydonie Mansion
Mount DoraHistoric 1883 mansion on Lake Dora designed in Mediterranean Revival style after Spain's Alhambra Castle, now a premier wedding and event venue with wrap-around porches and live oak gardens.
The BayCare Sound
Purpose-built outdoor concert amphitheater at Coachman Park on the Clearwater waterfront. Managed by Ruth Eckerd Hall. 4,000+ capacity.
The Beacham
Downtown Orlando's intimate live music and events venue. ~1,250 capacity.
The Brownwood Hotel & Spa
The VillagesThe Villages' only AAA 4-diamond hotel with 151 rooms, a full-service medi-spa, year-round pool, and Floridian cowboy-themed decor, located at Brownwood Paddock Square.