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Holiday Craft Show in Ocala: Plan Your November 13–15 Visit
Handmade gifts and holiday shopping at World Equestrian Center
Lisa Seigler

Lisa Seigler

Nov 10, 2026

16 Comments

Holiday shopping gets an early start in Ocala when the fourth annual Ocala Holiday Craft Show returns to World Equestrian Center November 13–15.

 

Organizers advertise more than 350 artisans and crafters, with offerings including jewelry, artwork, home décor and handmade goods.

 

The show takes place inside Expo Center 1, 1284 NW 87th Court Road, making it an indoor option for a weekend outing.

 

Friday’s regular shopping hours are noon to 4 p.m., following a separately ticketed preview from 10 a.m. to noon.

 

Saturday runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

The ticket choice matters if you plan to return: advance general admission is $10 and covers all three days, while a $10 box-office ticket covers one day.

 

Children 12 and younger enter free, and parking is free.

 

The Friday preview is advertised at $17 in advance or $22 at the box office, with weekend admission included.

 

Santa and Grinch visits are also scheduled during the event, ading a family photo opportunity to the shopping trip.

 

Check the organizer’s current character schedule and ticket options before leaving home.

 

A little advance planning leaves more time to compare booths, browse handmade gifts and enjoy the show at your own pace.

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  • MJ
    Mike J.· Nov 10, 9:43 AM

    Is the Friday preview worth the extra money? Curious.

  • EP
    Ellen Price· Nov 10, 9:30 AM

    Glad kids 12 and under get in free.

  • TW
    Tasha W.· Nov 10, 9:09 AM

    I always find nice jewelry at craft shows like this.

  • RM
    Rob M.· Nov 10, 7:07 AM

    Noon to 4 on Friday goes by fast. Saturday for me.

  • JC
    Janet Collins· Nov 10, 7:01 AM

    Sunday morning sounds like a good time to browse.

    • DR
      Denise R.· Nov 10, 8:19 AM

      Janet CollinsSame here. Getting there when it opens at 10 should leave plenty of time to wander.

  • FL
    Frankie L.· Nov 10, 5:22 AM

    Going to check Santa's schedule before promising the little ones.

  • NP
    Nina Patel· Nov 10, 4:25 AM

    My kids will care more about the Grinch than the crafts.

  • TH
    Tom H.· Nov 10, 3:36 AM

    That Friday preview costs more than I expected.

  • BR
    Becky R.· Nov 10, 3:20 AM

    Wish the box office ticket covered the whole weekend too.

  • CM
    Carlos Medina· Nov 10, 2:46 AM

    The advance ticket makes sense if you want to come back Sunday.

    • GH
      Greg H.· Nov 10, 6:49 AM

      Carlos MedinaThat’s how I read it too. Same $10, but the advance ticket covers the whole weekend.

  • LP
    Linda P.· Nov 10, 1:55 AM

    Glad it's indoors. November weather can be all over the place.

  • K
    kim_87· Nov 10, 1:49 AM

    Free parking at World Equestrian Center is a nice bonus.

  • DT
    Dave Thompson· Nov 10, 12:35 AM

    350 crafters is a lot. I might need all three days.

  • MG
    Maria G.· Nov 10, 12:32 AM

    Love seeing all the handmade gifts at the Ocala show.

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