Top Places to See Live Entertainment
From date night to girls night, or even parents night out, a live show is just the ticket.
Fortunately, there are plenty of places to check out live performances when you visit Ocala/Marion County. Here’s a breakdown of all the places you can experience music you already love or discover something new on stage.
1. Orange Blossom Opry
Dust off your fancy cowboy boots and head to the Orange Blossom Opry for a night of foot stompin’ dancin’! Orange Blossom Opry is Ocala/Marion County’s premiere country music venue, featuring a fantastic house band. Get a taste of local talent on Thursday nights and an assortment of great shows Friday and Saturday nights.
2. Ocala Civic Theatre
Ocala Civic Theatre prides itself on its presentation of professional, live productions at an affordable price. The venue produces more than 12 fully-staged productions each season, in addition to hosting touring companies. This volunteer-based organization is one of the largest community theatres in the state and serves more than 65,000 area residents each season.
3. Reilly Arts Center
Home of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra, the Reilly Arts Center is Ocala's premiere downtown destination for live entertainment. The venue features state-of-the-art acoustics and production equipment, and seats up to 700 for an intimate concert experience. Reilly Arts Center is a hub for an eclectic assortment of events and concerts, and their commitment to live arts in the Ocala/Marion County community is clear!
4. Circle Square Cultural Center
If you’re looking for top name entertainment in the Ocala area, be sure to check out the Circle Square Cultural Center. This venue features spectacular events and performers throughout the year. Enjoy an incredible, intimate concert experience with theater style seating for up to 830 guests.
5. Marion Theatre
Enjoy watching movies on the big screen at the Marion Theatre. From classic cinema to the latest blockbusters, this one-of-a-kind theatre features a diverse range of films. But wait, there's more! Throughout the year, you can also hear live music from local bands, watch laugh-out-loud comedy shows, and learn from educational lectures.
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