Rehearsal
2025-11-02 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-09 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-16 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-23 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-15 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-22 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-08 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-22 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) and 4 more dates | Artworks at the Carver School, 522 Patterson St., Lexington, KY, 40508, United States
Want to join our band of merry-makers? We welcome all ages and skill levels!
MMMB ordinarily practices every Sunday afternoon at Artworks at the Carver School, 522 Patterson Street. New band members should email us at info@m-m-m-b.org prior to joining a rehearsal, so we can make sure to have sheet music and props available.
When indoors, the color guard and musicians usually rehearse in separate second floor classrooms, with a joint period of announcements in the middle:
–3:45-4:00 pm, musicians arrive; warm-up
–4:00-6:00, color guard and musicians rehearse
–break at 5-ish for announcements
Some weeks, when the color guard and musicians need to practice together, the timing may be different. Some weeks, the practice location may be different. Due to holidays and scheduling conflicts, there will not be any practice some weeks. All schedule changes will be reflected on the private BAND app.
Are kids and other guests welcome at practice?
Kids who are serious about practicing are very welcome, at the discretion of the Minister of the Grooves and the Ministers of the Moves. A parent/guardian should stay for practice, as no one else in MMMB can take responsibility for watching them. Some teens who have demonstrated commitment to practice diligently may not need parents/guardians to stay, but please know that they are not supervised at practice or at events. We have been very fortunate to have some awesome teen performers!
Guests are welcome to observe practice quietly, and parents/guardians need to keep an eye on their own kids. There are not any extra adults to watch them, and band members need to be able to concentrate on practice. Kids must keep themselves occupied and quiet. Even though we are a fun bunch, we take practice seriously!

Downtown Lexington Christmas Parade
2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Main Street, Lexington, Lexington, KY, 40507, United States
From https://www.downtownlex.com/signature-events/luminate-lexington/:
Santa Claus is coming to (down)town! The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited!
We hope you’ll join us on December 6th at 11am for the Downtown Lexington Christmas Parade! The parade will feature a variety of organizations, bands, floats, and of course, Santa himself!
Main Street, starting at Midland Avenue and ending at Mill Street

Georgetown Christmas Parade
2025-12-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Downtown Georgetown, Georgetown, KY, United States
from https://georgetownky.com/events:
Come “Home for the Holidays,” on December 6nd when Georgetown/Scott County Tourism Commission presents its annual Christmas tree lighting and parade, activities and open houses. Picturesque with its Victorian streetscape and buildings – 200 are listed on the National Registry of Historic Places – downtown Georgetown will be decorated for the holidays and ready to welcome Santa during the parade at 6pm.

First MMMB Rehearsal of 2026
2026-02-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Artworks at the Carver School, 522 Patterson St., Lexington, KY, 40508, United States
March Madness Marching Band launches our 2026 season with rehearsal on Sunday, February 8.
Want to join our band of merry-makers? We welcome all ages and skill levels!
MMMB ordinarily practices every Sunday afternoon at Artworks at the Carver School, 522 Patterson Street. New band members should email us at info@m-m-m-b.org prior to joining a rehearsal, so we can make sure to have sheet music and props available.
When indoors, the color guard and musicians usually rehearse in separate second floor classrooms, with a joint period of announcements in the middle:
–3:45-4:00 pm, musicians arrive; warm-up
–4:00-6:00, color guard and musicians rehearse
–break at 5-ish for announcements
Some weeks, when the color guard and musicians need to practice together, the timing may be different. Some weeks, the practice location may be different. Due to holidays and scheduling conflicts, there will not be any practice some weeks. All schedule changes will be reflected on the private BAND app.
Are kids and other guests welcome at practice?
Kids who are serious about practicing are very welcome, at the discretion of the Minister of the Grooves and the Ministers of the Moves. A parent/guardian should stay for practice, as no one else in MMMB can take responsibility for watching them. Some teens who have demonstrated commitment to practice diligently may not need parents/guardians to stay, but please know that they are not supervised at practice or at events. We have been very fortunate to have some awesome teen performers!
Guests are welcome to observe practice quietly, and parents/guardians need to keep an eye on their own kids. There are not any extra adults to watch them, and band members need to be able to concentrate on practice. Kids must keep themselves occupied and quiet. Even though we are a fun bunch, we take practice seriously!

CASA of Lexington's Bourbon and the Bayou Gala
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa, 1800 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY, 40511, United States
MMMB performs outside the hotel at the beginning of the event, welcoming guests into CASA of Lexington’s annual fundraising gala. Tickets should be purchased in advance through https://casaoflexington.org/
From CASA of Lexington:
Bourbon and the Bayou is your chance to turn out for the who’s who of the Bluegrass. CASA of Lexington’s flagship fundraiser is a Mardi Gras gala with a Kentucky twist: our can’t-miss event blends delicious Cajun cuisine, bourbon samplings, live and silent auctions, games, photo ops, and more. Inspiring stories about the resilient children we serve will make this a night you’ll never forget.
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CASA of Lexington’s trained and supervised volunteers advocate through the family court system to ensure all victims of child abuse are safe and thrive in a permanent home.

Lexington St. Patrick's Parade
2026-03-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Main Street, Lexington, Lexington, KY, 40507, United States
from: https://lexingtonstpatsparade.org/parade/
The St. Patrick’s parade is the longest-running citywide civic event in Lexington. We look forward to continuing the tradition in downtown Lexington this year.
The Lexington Division of Parks and Recreation produces the annual parade and festival with community support from local businesses and cultural organizations.
The events are part of an all-day celebration that traditionally begins at 10:45 a.m., with the annual “Blessing of the Keg” at Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park. The parade begins at 1 p.m. and goes down Main Street from Midland Avenue to Mill Street.

Band camp! rehearsal and pot luck
2026-04-19 15:00 - 18:00 | KY
Instead of rehearsal at our regular location, we will gather for a social event and joint musician/color guard rehearsal.
Band members and volunteers can email info@m-m-m-b.org for location details.

May the Fourth Be with You
2026-05-04 17:30 - 18:30 | McConnell Springs Park, 416 Rebmann Lane, Lexington, KY, 40504, United States
MMMB will perform at the annual Star Wars-themed community event.
from https://www.lexingtonky.gov/calendar/2025-05-04/may-fourth-celebration
Is The Force strong in you? Dress the part and tell your Wookiee friends about our May the Fourth Star Wars celebration, this year at McConnell Springs Park! Activities will line the forest trail, including food trucks, performances, music, a photo booth, and Star Wars-themed printmaking. Dark side or rebel scum, all forces will unite for a night of fandom fun in celebration of the galaxy far far away! This event is free and open to the public, no registration is required.
2026 Date
Monday, May 4, 2026 | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Cost
Free to attend. Food and drink are available for purchase.

DiverCity Festival
2026-05-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Robert Stephens Courthouse Plaza, 120 North Limestone Street, Lexington, KY, 40507, United States
MMMB kicks off the festival with a performance at noon!
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Fun, Food, Culture, Arts, and COMMUNITY! Saturday May 23rd, meet us at The Courthouse Plaza for a full day of performances, shopping, eating, dancing, and more!

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. All performances are family friendly.

Noon-7pm
