Reilly Noir: JK & the Contraband
Friday, October 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM | in the Midgett Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center
Tickets from $33
JK & the Contraband delivers a genre-blurring live experience fusing jazz improvisation with the raw energy of ‘90s alternative rock. Their latest endeavor reimagines classic alt-rock and grunge icons through a fearless, instrumental lens—transforming the music of Nirvana, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Smashing Pumpkins, and Queens of the Stone Age into atmospheric, groove-driven arrangements. 90’s nostalgia is dominating the zeitgeist and The Contraband is bringing their own spin to the era’s most iconic music.
Late Nite Catechism: ‘Til Death Do Us Part
Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM | AdventHealth Mainstage
Tickets from $40
“Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3” is the latest class to be unveiled in this sinfully funny series. After teaching countless students about the saints, venial sins, limbo and more, Sister is now offering up hilarious lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and the Last Rites, including her own wacky version of the Newlywed Game. Classroom participation is a must, so bring along your sweetie and your sense of humor for a session with the country’s feistiest couples counselor!
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 7:30 PM | AdventHealth Mainstage
Tickets from $38
TOAST will take you on a journey back in time, engaging a spectrum of emotions; from the tender moments that tug on the heartstrings to the upbeat classics that compel you to jump out of your seat and dance. And when combined with truly timeless music, this concert will “rise” to the top as one of your absolute favorite concerts of all time!
Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM | AdventHealth Mainstage
Tickets from $51
Discovered on Canada’s “The Voice” in 2016, Yvan Pedneault was handpicked by Queen legends Brian May and Roger Taylor to star as Galileo in the Canadian production of We Will Rock You. Now, Yvan brings his powerhouse vocals to America with Queen – A Royal Tribute, performing Queen’s biggest hits with top musicians and no gimmicks. Hear favorites including “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Somebody to Love,” “Don’t Stop Me Now,” “We Will Rock You,” “We Are the Champions,” and more.
Blues in the Box: Jason Ricci and the Bad Kind
Friday, October 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM | in the Midgett Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center
Tickets from $33
Multiple award-winning harmonica player, singer, and songwriter Jason Ricci is a powerhouse of the blues, jazz, funk, and New Orleans music scenes. A three-time Blues Music Award winner, he has performed at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and recorded a Grammy-winning album with Johnny Winter. Today, Ricci continues to tour with The Bad Kind and the Ricci/Krown Trio, bringing his electrifying harmonica playing and soulful storytelling to audiences around the world.
WindFM Rocks the Reilly: Jaded – An Aerosmith Tribute
Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM | AdventHealth Mainstage
Tickets from $25
They’ve got the look, the sound, and the attitude – Jaded is the ultimate Aerosmith tribute band. Covering nearly 50 years of hits, from Walk This Way and Livin’ on the Edge to Back in the Saddle and Angel, this band channels the raw energy and charisma of Steven Tyler and company. If you love Aerosmith, this high-octane show will blow you away.
Presented by WindFM
Blues in the Box: Matt Schofield
Friday, October 23, 2026 at 7:30 PM | in the Midgett Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center
Tickets from $33
British-born and U.S.-based, Matt Schofield is a multi-award-winning guitar virtuoso, singer, songwriter, and one of the most influential blues guitarists of his generation. A three-time British Blues Guitarist of the Year and the first guitarist inducted into the British Blues Awards Hall of Fame, Schofield has earned international acclaim for his fluid playing, distinctive tone, and emotive vocals. With performances spanning nearly 30 countries and prestigious stages from Montreal to New York and London, Schofield continues to captivate audiences with his innovative original music and improvisational brilliance.
Ocala Symphony: Pictures at an Exhibition: From Dali to Mussorgky
Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM & Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 3:00 PM | AdventHealth Mainstage
Tickets from $15
Open the season with a feast for the senses as the full orchestra launches the year in spectacular fashion. This program transforms iconic works of visual art into sound—surreal, sweeping, and unforgettable. Michael Daugherty’s dazzling The Hallucinogenic Toreador bursts with color and wit, channeling the dreamlike world of Salvador Dalí, while Rachmaninoff’s haunting Isle of the Dead draws listeners into a darkly beautiful, hypnotic soundscape inspired by Böcklin’s mysterious painting. After intermission comes one of the greatest orchestral showpieces of all time: Pictures at an Exhibition, Mussorgsky’s vivid musical gallery, brought to blazing life in Ravel’s brilliant orchestration. Bold, immersive, and thrilling from the first note to the last, this season opener is a must-hear celebration of art, imagination, and orchestral power.
Sponsored by a Friend of the Ocala Symphony and Alva House of Style
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About the Reilly Arts Center
Located just 5 blocks from Ocala’s Historic Downtown Square in picturesque Tuscawilla Park, the Reilly Arts Center is Ocala’s home for the arts and live entertainment. Featuring state-of-the-art acoustics and production equipment, the 705-seat venue hosts an eclectic assortment of events, concerts, meetings, and parties and has become a hub for the arts in Ocala. In addition to being the home of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and producing local, regional and national acts, as the new flagship center for arts and culture in Ocala, the Reilly is committed to being an active and accessible venue in our community. The organization also brings live performances, movies, music, and art to Ocala’s Marion Theatre in Downtown Ocala. To learn more visit reillyartscenter.com.
