# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Marion Connects Third Thursday: Red, White, Blue & Gold
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Time for one last FREE summer party to kick off the school year! ??

August 20th is Third Thursday: Red, White, Blue & Gold, celebrating the Marion Wildcats' new school year with a back-to-school bash on the Marion Square starting at 6 p.m.! Here's the lowdown:

✨ HIGH SCHOOL BAND, CHEER & DANCE PERFORMANCES
✨ DUNK TANK
✨ WIPE-OUT INFLATABLE
✨ OVER A DOZEN VENDORS
✨ AND PLENTY OF FAMILY FUN!

Big thanks go out to PMR Automotive for being this month's title sponsor, as well as Clark Natural Stone, Clark Concrete, Swinford Media Group, Appliance Wizard and SIH Foundation for sponsoring the activities!

*Official Third Thursday weather reports courtesy of our partner Meteorologist Nick Hausen!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/marion/marion-connects-third-thursday-red-white-blue-and-gold/200030441653439
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, back-to-school, parties
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 407

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Marion
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Tower Square Plz, Marion, IL 62959, United States
- **lat**: 37.731
- **long**: -88.92734
- **full address**: Tower Square Plz, Marion, IL 62959, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Marion Connects Third Thursday: Red, White, Blue & Gold being held?
  - **A:** Marion Connects Third Thursday: Red, White, Blue & Gold takes place on Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Tower Square Plz, Marion, IL 62959, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Marion Connects Third Thursday: Red, White, Blue & Gold?
  - **A:** Marion Connects Third Thursday: Red, White, Blue & Gold is organized by Marion Connects .
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Marion Connects Third Thursday: Red, White, Blue & Gold is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Marion, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 400+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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