OCALA, Fla. (Feb. 28, 2023) – The Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will host a second ‘Legends of the Fort’ at Fort King National Historic Landmark, 3925 E. Fort King St., Saturday, April 29, 6 to 10 p.m.

Guests will step back into history to meet the legends of Fort King’s past.  A one-hour guided lantern tour will present tales from the past while guests learn about the grounds of Ocala’s Seminole War historic site. Group tours will depart every 15 minutes. Old-fashioned games such as checkers, horseshoes, cornhole, and live music will round out the evening of fun. Refreshments will also be available for purchase.

This is a ticketed event and must be purchased in advance. General admission is $10 per person. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased here.

Guests are encouraged to park at the Duke Energy power line field located between NE 43rd Avenue and NE 44th Avenue on the north side of E Fort King Street, approximately a quarter mile east of the Fort. Free shuttles and trams will be running continuously throughout the event for pickups and drop-offs. A special tram will be available for handicapped or disabled guests.

For more information, please visit www.ocalafl.org/recpark, call the City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department at 352-368-5517, or follow @OcalaRecPark on Facebook.