Marion County is brimming with Easter spirit, inviting families to join an array of festive celebrations across the area.

 

The Silver Springs Shores Community Center will host a high-energy Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

 

Kids and parents can enjoy games, music, local food trucks, and snap photos with the Easter Bunny — all for free.

 

For a more soul-stirring evening, the Good Friday Gospel Concert at the Orange Blossom Opry on April 3 at 7 p.m. highlights uplifting gospel performances in a welcoming atmosphere.

 

The EGGstraordinary Spring Celebration at the Marion Oaks Community Center, set for March 28, offers live shows, crafts, bounce houses, and special egg hunts for both children and adults.

 

Families can also gather at the free Eggstravaganza at Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center on March 28 for crafts, snacks, and age-appropriate egg hunts.

 

Marion County’s Easter lineup promises unforgettable moments for all ages.

The beloved Belleview Fishing Derby returns to Lake Lillian Park this Saturday, April 4, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

 

Families can check in starting at 8 a.m. on SE Robinson Road, right in the heart of Belleview.

 

This free event welcomes young fishing enthusiasts aged 15 and under for a morning packed with fun and friendly competition.

 

Participants will vie for trophies in exciting categories, including longest catch, shortest fish, and most fish reeled in.

 

After the derby, the Belleview Police Department will host a lively community cookout at the Community Center, inviting neighbors to connect and unwind.

 

Don’t forget your fishing gear—expect a vibrant atmosphere where excitement, community spirit, and family memories take center stage.