Kingdom of the Sun Community Concert Band

04/25/2026

We hope to see you there tomorrow!

Looking for something fun (and FREE!) to do in Ocala? 🇺🇸🎺

On April 26th, Come celebrate 250 years of America with the Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band! This is the perfect family-friendly afternoon filled with powerful music and patriotic spirit.

✨ Preconcert starts at 2 PM
✨ Full concert at 3 PM
✨ MCPS Auditorium

We’d love to see you there—bring a friend!

👉 Tag someone you want to go with
👉 Share this post to spread the word
👉 Invite your friends & family!

04/07/2026

Looking for something fun (and FREE!) to do in Ocala? 🇺🇸🎺

On April 26th, Come celebrate 250 years of America with the Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band! This is the perfect family-friendly afternoon filled with powerful music and patriotic spirit.

✨ Preconcert starts at 2 PM
✨ Full concert at 3 PM
✨ MCPS Auditorium

We’d love to see you there—bring a friend!

👉 Tag someone you want to go with
👉 Share this post to spread the word
👉 Invite your friends & family!

12/06/2025

🎄✨ TOMORROW! Join us for “The Bells of Christmas!” ✨🎄
The Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band is kicking off the holiday season with a beautiful Christmas concert you won’t want to miss!

📅 Sunday, December 7th, 2025
🕒 Pre-Concert by Brick City Ringers at 2:00 PM
🎶 Main Concert begins at 3:00 PM
📍 Marion Technical Institute Auditorium
1614 E. Fort King Street • Ocala, FL

🎅🤶 AND—Get excited! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there for photos!
Bring the whole family and capture a magical Christmas moment! 📸✨

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION! Donations are appreciated and help support our all-volunteer community band.

🎵 The Brick City Ringers will also be featured alongside the full band on a special holiday selection!

Come enjoy an afternoon of music, joy, and Christmas spirit. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️🎄

09/16/2025

🎶 It’s Give4Marion Day 1! 🎶

The next Matching Moment starts at NOON, with more at 2 PM, 4 PM, and 6 PM — every gift to Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band during these times can go even further!

PLUS 👉 you can help us win extra prize money by joining today’s Social Media Challenges:
📸 1:00 PM Pepsi Challenge – Post a selfie/group photo with Pepsi or a Pepsi display. Tag us, Pepsi, and use .

📸 5:00 PM Cogent Bank Challenge – Take a selfie at Cogent Bank in Ocala (4 SE Broadway St) and share why you support Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band. Use and

Each post = a chance for bonus dollars for our band! 🎺🥁

💙 Support us here: https://www.give4marion.org/organizations/kingdom-of-the-sun-concert-band-inc

09/12/2025

09/08/2025

https://brandnamefundraising.com/raise/LakeWeirHighSchool/15493

Check out the fund raiser for one of our student band members!

Thank you for all you do!

08/28/2025

🎶 The Countdown is On! 🎶

Mark your calendars for September 16–17, 2025 — Marion County’s exclusive giving day: Give4Marion!

This is your chance to support local music and help keep the Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band performing for our community. Every gift makes a difference in keeping live music alive — from stirring patriotic tributes to crowd-pleasing pops, marches, and big band favorites.

✨ Together, we can ensure Marion County continues to enjoy inspiring performances by talented musicians of all ages.

📅 Don’t miss it! Stay tuned for updates!

04/28/2025

🐝🎶 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT! 🎶🐝

The Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band was buzzing with excitement during our thrilling performance of "Flight of the Bumblebee." It was fast, fun, and full of surprises—you never know what might happen at our concerts!

Missed this musical adventure featuring Jimmy’s incredible talent? Don’t worry—there’s always another chance to catch the excitement. Join us at our next concert and experience the magic live. Who knows what we'll have in store next?

Stay tuned and keep an eye on our page for concert announcements. See you soon!

04/23/2025

🎶 Join Us for a Musical Experience Like No Other! 🎶

The Kingdom of the Sun Concert Band proudly presents "By Request" – a concert filled with YOUR favorite tunes! Under the direction of J. Craig Lilly, this performance will bring music to life in the best way possible—by playing the songs YOU love.

📅 Mark Your Calendar!
🎺 Saturday, April 26th @ 2 PM
🎷 Sunday, April 27th @ 3 PM
📍 Marion Technical Institute Auditorium – 1614 E. Ft. King Street, Ocala

✨ Admission is FREE! Donations are welcomed to support this amazing all-volunteer band.

Come early for pre-concert entertainment one hour before showtime!

🎼 Don't miss this unforgettable musical event! Bring your family, bring your friends, and let's make it a weekend to remember.

📲 Tag someone who loves live music and let’s fill the auditorium with music lovers!

For more info, call 352-390-0491 or visit kingdomofthesunband.org