2025 Red Ribbon Kick Off Event
October 24, 2025 @ 5:30PM — 8:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Ocala Drive In: 4850 South Pine Ocala, FL 34480 Get Directions
Celebrate Red Ribbon Week by Joining us at the Annual Kick Off Event!
Join us at the Ocala Drive In for the Annual Red Ribbon Kick Off event! Enjoy four FREE movies and a pre-show tailgating party!
Before the movies start, guests will enjoy a family-friendly tailgate party under the big screen! The celebration will feature a First Responder Vehicle Expo, bounce houses, sno cones, community exhibitors with swag, interactive games, a giveaway contest, and more—all completely free!
Each year, more than 1,000 people come together for this signature event, sending a powerful message to Marion County’s young people about the importance of living drug-free.
📅 Gates open at 5:30 PM | Movies begin at dusk
🎬 Movie Lineup
- Screen #1: Coraline + Lilo & Stitch (2025)
- Screen #2: Wicked + Elio
Exhibitor & Sponsorship Registration – Red Ribbon Kick-Off Event
To purchase an Exhibitor Space or Sponsorship Package, please select the Sponsor Our Event button to access checkout options.
If you’d like to pay by check, please contact us via email at hilary@mcchildrensalliance.org for details on registering and completing payment.
All payments must be received prior to the event. Any balances not received by event day will be invoiced.
Thank you for supporting this year’s Red Ribbon Kick-Off Event!