2026 Festival at Fort King

Saturday, Dec. 5 & Sunday, Dec. 6 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |FREE admission

Experience 1800s Florida at the Festival at Fort King in Ocala.

Step back in time at the Festival at Fort King, a two-day immersive event in Ocala, Florida, celebrating 19th-century life and history. This family-friendly festival features historic-themed crafts, interactive games, hands-on workshops, living history demonstrations, artisan vendors, delicious food and drinks, and much more.

Perfect for history buffs, families, and cultural enthusiasts, the Festival at Fort King offers a unique opportunity to explore Florida’s past in a fun and engaging way.

Student Day

This year's festival will feature a students-only day on Friday, Dec. 4.  Open to all ages and schools, the Student Day will feature demonstrations, hands-on activities, and unique opportunities to learn about the history of Fort King. Cost is $3 per student, however space is limited and registration is required. 

Reenactor & Demonstrator Applications

Interested in being a demonstrator or reenactor for this years' event? Fill out an application online to let us know you are interested. We are always looking for: 

• Historic Homesteading Demonstrations
• Historical Reenactments
• Artillery Demonstrations
• Animal Programs
• Fort King Archaeology Talks
• Artist & Author Exhibitions

Craft and Food Vendor Applications

Interested in being a craft or food vendor for this years' event? Fill out an application online to let us know you are interested. We are always looking for: 

• Leather Products
• Time period weaponry, hand forged knives, flint knapped items
• Hand knit/woven items
• Traditional ceramics
• Metal working
• Pioneer toys and games
• Handmade musical instruments
• Food trucks

Festival Parking Information

Free shuttle parking is available at the Duke Energy power line field, approximately a quarter mile east of the fort. The field is located between NE 43rd Avenue and NE 44th Avenue on the north side of E Fort King Street. Free shuttles and trams will be running continuously throughout the event for pickups and drop-offs. An ADA tram will be available for handicapped or disabled guests.