Ocala Symphony Orchestra
Ocala Symphony Chorus: A Choral Portrait of America
September 27, 2026 | 3:00 PM
A reflective and richly textured exploration of the American choral voice!
Coffee with the Conductor
at the Marion Theatre
October 21, 2026 – April 14, 2027
These free, educational and engaging sessions give audiences the opportunity to learn more about each concert repertoire, the history behind the pieces and composers, and participate in an informal Q&A with the conductor.
Cocktails with the Conductor
in the Midgett Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center
October 21, 2026 – April 14, 2027
These free, educational and engaging sessions give audiences the opportunity to learn more about each concert repertoire, the history behind the pieces and composers, and participate in an informal Q&A with the conductor.
Open Rehearsals
October 23, 2026 – April 16, 2027
Open Rehearsals give families and students an opportunity to experience an educational, behind-the-curtain view on how a symphony prepares for a professional concert!
Opening Night of the Ocala Symphony
Pictures at an Exhibition: From Dali to Mussorgky
October 24-25, 2026
Kick off the Ocala Symphony’s 51st Season!
Disney’s Aladdin in Concert
Funding provided by Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau
November 7-8, 2026
Disney’s Aladdin in Concert Live to Film transforms Disney’s beloved 1992 animated classic into an unforgettable live orchestral event!
Ocala Symphony Chorus: Handel’s Messiah
Sponsored by AdventHealth Ocala
November 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM
The Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah as a focused and radiant proclamation of hope!
23rd Annual Symphony Under the Lights
December 4, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Join the OSO for our annual free concert under the lights!
Pops! Goes the Holidays
December 5-6, 2026
Celebrate the magic of the season with a festive holiday concert for the whole family!
Nutcracker with the OSO and Dance Alive National Ballet
Supported by PNC Foundation
December 11-12, 2026
Experience the magic of live orchestra and ballet!
36th Young Artist Competition Finals
January 10, 2027 | 3:00 PM
Join us for our 36th Annual Young Artist Competition!
Enchanted: Swan Lake, Firebird, and Cinderella
January 23-24, 2027
Immerse yourself in an evening of orchestral fairy tale splendor!
The Long Arc
Sponsored by AdventHealth Ocala
February 27-28, 2027
Celebrate the enduring arc of musical thought—from beginnings, through reflection, to joyful rediscovery.
Ocala Symphony Chorus: Mystical Songs
March 7, 2027 | 3:00 PM
A spiritual journey shaped by intimacy, wonder, and proclamation!
Fate Awakens
March 20-21, 2027
A high-energy concerto for orchestra driven by propulsive rhythms and vivid orchestral color, Beethoven's 5th, and the winners of our 36th annual Young Artists Competition!
Steeln’ Peaches: An Allman Brothers Symphonic Experience
April 3, 2027 | 7:30 PM
This special event brings the legendary sound of the Allman Brothers Band to life in a thrilling fusion of Southern rock and full orchestral power!
Famous Last Words
April 17-18, 2027
This season finale celebrates the full arc of a composer’s creative life!
