MCA’s Block pARTy 2023

Ocala, Florida-Marion Cultural Alliance’s, iconic fundraiser and exhibit Block pARTy, returns – bigger, bolder and ‘blockier’ than ever! Back by popular demand, this exhibit features 12 x 12 ‘blocks’ of art created by local and regional artists, designers, and creators. This year’s theme is in honor of Hip Hop music’s 50th anniversary. Hip Hop Hooraaaay – ohh!

The month-long Block pARTy Exhibit launches with the VIP Reception, Friday, November 3, 2023, at the Brick City Center for the Arts from 5 – 7 pm. VIP guests will enjoy an evening of art, music, tapas, and libations surrounded by more than 100 pieces of original art. Each VIP guest’s name will be placed in a drawing. Tickets will be drawn randomly, and the guests will be able to select the artwork of their choice in the order their ticket is drawn. The paintings will remain on display throughout the month of November when the art will be available for pickup.

Following the VIP Reception, the Gallery will open to the public from 7- 9 pm, coinciding with the City of Ocala’s First Friday Art Walk. All remaining paintings will be priced at $75 each.

Theme attire encouraged! Think old school hiphop (Run DMC, LLCoolJ, Salt & Pepa). VIP ticket prices are $50 (non-MCA members $55). Funds raised benefit MCA, its programs, and initiatives.

VIP Tickets include:

• Exclusive VIP access to the Gallery and Artist Awards Ceremony
• A ticket for the art drawing (one ticket = one 12×12″ painting)
• Tapas, Bubbles, and Beer
• Music by DJ Won6
• Photo Ops
• + more!!!

This event is in pARTnership with Kismet Creative Co. and sponsored by Angie Lewis State Farm, the LILAC Foundation, Mainstreet Bank of Ocala and BLICK art materials.

Contact: MCA at gallery@mcaocala.com | 352.369.1500