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Marion Cultural Alliance Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) champions, convenes, and creates opportunities for artists & arts organizations in Ocala, Marion County.

MCA also operates Brick City Center for the Arts, a premier fine arts gallery & rental venue in the heart of downtown. Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA), a nonprofit, 501(c)3 was established in 2001, with its inaugural effort, the Horse Fever public art project. MCA’s mission is to champion, convene, and create opportunities for artists and arts organizations. MCA supports activities relating to the arts, historical and scientific museums, and specific education through grants, advocacy, fundraising, and partnerships. MCA has donated over $1.5 million to the arts and other charitable organizations in Ocala/Marion County and established a Cultural Endowment fund of $900,000. MCA has supported local arts organizations with over $450,000 through its annual Cultural Grant Awards. In 2015, MCA established the Four Friends Grant Fund as a permanent endowment, designed to generate income for small grants to support individual MCA member artists for equipment, training, and supplies. MCA launched this initiative in early January 2019. MCA also operates the Brick City Center for the Arts, a popular art gallery, located in historic downtown Ocala. Monthly rotating exhibits feature art by regional artists. The venue, and its adjacent courtyard, is a sought after rental for special events. Learn more at https://mcaocala.org/mission-history/

You're invited to MCA’s Art in Business Open House at Renasant Bank, featuring the artwork of local artist Stacie Rae Pe...
10/13/2026

You're invited to MCA’s Art in Business Open House at Renasant Bank, featuring the artwork of local artist Stacie Rae Pedrick!

Enjoy an evening of local art, conversation, and connection! Browse Stacie’s exhibition, meet and mingle with the artist, and enjoy light refreshments provided by Renasant Bank.

🗓️ Thursday, October 15, 2026
📍 Renasant Bank | Ocala, FL

Free and open to the public! See you there!

Wednesday, October 14th, meet us at Angie Lewis - State Farm Agent for the Art in Business Porch Party & Open House, fea...
10/12/2026

Wednesday, October 14th, meet us at Angie Lewis - State Farm Agent for the Art in Business Porch Party & Open House, featuring art by the talented Justin Alsedek!

Spend an evening with us as we enjoy local art, bites from Big Hammock Brewery & Bites, drinks, and great company.

Come mingle, discover something new, connect with fellow art lovers, and support the artists who make our community thrive. See you there!

10/14/26
5:30–7:30 PM
416 E. Ft. King St., Ocala, FL 34471

An unforgettable evening deserves an unforgettable menu. We cannot wait for you to join us for an elegant three-course d...
10/12/2026

An unforgettable evening deserves an unforgettable menu. We cannot wait for you to join us for an elegant three-course dinner, thoughtfully prepared for MCA’s 19th Annual Applaud the Arts Celebration, as we raise a glass to 25 years of bringing the arts to Marion County.

From the first bite to the final toast, every detail of this celebration has been carefully curated.

Enjoy dinner, ch*****ne, live music from the Ocala Symphony Orchestra Quartet, and an evening dedicated to celebrating the artists, supporters, and community that make the arts thrive.

A special thank-you to our Presenting Sponsor, Joan Pletcher Real Estate Network, for helping make this milestone celebration possible. Your support helps Marion Cultural Alliance continue its mission to champion the arts and strengthen our community

Tickets for MCA's Applaud the Arts 25th Anniversary Gala are nearly SOLD OUT!

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is the time to grab your seat! We can’t wait to celebrate 25 years of creativity, community, and the incredible artists and arts organizations that make Marion County special.

There will be NO ticket sales at the door. Once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Don’t miss the celebration of the year.

🎟️: https://tinyurl.com/p3364mu7

10/11/2026

Tribute 25 is OUTSIDE. He is going places. & he might be going home with you!

Tribute 25 raffle tickets are ON SALE! December 4, 2026, one lucky winner will have the opportunity to take home this beautiful steed, hand-painted by renowned equine artist Sharon Crute.

Raffle tickets are $75 each, or buy 5 and get 1 FREE

Every ticket gives you the opportunity to nominate a qualifying local arts, cultural, heritage, history, science, or equine nonprofit to receive a portion of the proceeds. The organization receiving the most nominations will receive 12% of net proceeds!

A special thank-you to Joan Pletcher Real Estate Network, our Presenting Sponsor, for supporting this milestone celebration and helping MCA champion the arts throughout Marion County!

Celebrate 25 years of Horse Fever, support our local arts community, and take your chance at bringing Tribute 25 home!

🎟️ Enter today: mcaocala.org/horse-fever-25/

10/10/2026

Make a Saturday stop @ The Shop!

Looking for something special to do downtown this weekend? Come browse the new Fall & Winter Collection at The Shop at The Brick, featuring unique, handmade pieces created by local artists.

From beautiful artwork to one-of-a-kind gifts, every purchase helps support local artists and keep creativity thriving in our community

Make The Shop part of your Saturday plans and discover something you won’t find anywhere else.

The Brick | 23 SW Broadway St., Ocala
Open Saturdays | 11 AM–4 PM

Who is Tribute 25?Created by renowned equine artist Sharon Crute, the inaugural Horse Fever artist, this life-size comme...
10/09/2026

Who is Tribute 25?

Created by renowned equine artist Sharon Crute, the inaugural Horse Fever artist, this life-size commemorative horse celebrates 25 years of Horse Fever and the lasting impact of the arts in Marion County.

And here’s the exciting part… Tribute 25 could be YOURS!

Raffle tickets are $75 each, or buy 5 and get 1 FREE!

Every ticket also gives you the opportunity to nominate a qualifying local arts, cultural, heritage, history, science, or equine nonprofit to receive a portion of the proceeds. The organization receiving the most nominations will receive 12% of net proceeds!

Find out who wins Tribute 25, 10/4/26 at 6PM!

A special thank-you to Joan Pletcher Real Estate Network, our Presenting Sponsor, for supporting this milestone celebration and helping MCA champion the arts throughout Marion County!

Celebrate 25 years of Horse Fever, support our local arts community, and take your chance at bringing Tribute 25 home!

Buy your raffle tickets today! https://tinyurl.com/muwh24tz

10/08/2026

Thank you to The LILAC Foundation for sponsoring a beautiful evening of championing the arts!

The celebration isn’t over yet…

Throughout the month, visitors to The Brick can participate in our Fan Fave competition!

$15 = 1 Fan Fave Ribbon
Place your ribbon beside the artwork that earns your vote.
At the end of the exhibition, the artist with the most ribbons will be crowned our Community Favorite!

And yes… friendly competition is absolutely encouraged. Artists, rally your friends, bring your family, and send your fans to The Brick to show some love!

Your $15 vote does more than support your favorite artist—it also supports MCA and our continued work championing local artists and the arts in our community.

Come see the incredible work in The Power of the Arts and cast your vote before the exhibition closes October 31!

📍 The Brick | 23 SW Broadway St., Ocala

An evening to savor. A celebration to remember.From the moment you arrive at Applaud the Arts 2026, every detail is desi...
10/07/2026

An evening to savor. A celebration to remember.

From the moment you arrive at Applaud the Arts 2026, every detail is designed to make the evening special.

Guests will be welcomed with ch*****ne upon arrival and passed hors d’oeuvres, followed by a cash bar and an evening of exceptional entertainment by the Ocala Symphony Orchestra Quartet. Capture the moment at the selfie station by Sensational Selfies Ocala, and meet Tribute25 — MCA’s commemorative raffle horse for your chance to win!

The evening will culminate with a beautifully curated seated dinner by Chef Patti and La Casella Catering.

TIX are almost SOLD OUT! Don't miss out. https://onecau.se/_fveeb1

10/06/2026

Created by internationally renowned equine artist Sharon Crute, Tribute 25 tells the story of 25 years of artistic growth, transition, and the “fever” that helped shape Ocala’s thriving arts community.

Inspired by the theme of transition, the artwork moves from darkness into light, weaving together the history of Horse Fever, the evolution of the arts in Marion County, and the many equestrian traditions that make our community unique.

And the best part? Tribute 25 could be yours! YES, yours!

🎟️ $75 = 1 raffle ticket
🎟️ Buy 5, get 1 FREE

Each ticket also gives you the opportunity to nominate a qualifying local arts, cultural, heritage, history, science, or equine nonprofit to receive a share of the proceeds.

A special thank you to Joan Pletcher, Real Estate Network, our Presenting Sponsor, for helping make this celebration of Horse Fever’s 25th anniversary possible! Your support helps us continue championing the arts and strengthening the cultural vitality of Marion County.

The drawing takes place December 4, 2026, at 6 PM!

Celebrate 25 years of Horse Fever. Celebrate the arts. And take home a piece of Ocala’s creative history.

Get your tickets and explore the complete rules and regulations at mcaocala.org/horse-fever-25/

The Power of The Arts!! Thanks everyone for coming out to our opening reception on Friday! And thank you to the mayors f...
10/05/2026

The Power of The Arts!! Thanks everyone for coming out to our opening reception on Friday! And thank you to the mayors for jurrying this show! ♥️

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23 SW Broadway Street
Ocala, FL
34471

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm

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+13523691500

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