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Memorial Hall and Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society present The 122nd Army Band - America 250: Music of, by, and for the People

The 122nd Army Band of the Ohio Army National Guard brings their exciting America 250 show to Memorial Hall in Cincinnati's historic Over-the-Rhine on Friday, July 3, 2026, at 7 p.m., with generous support from Jim & Marilyn Wellinghoff. This live performance celebrates the 250th birthday of the United States with music from across the nation, performed by the Guard’s finest musicians. It will be an evening of dynamic performances, exciting music, and celebration. From revolutionary fife and drum to modern country, from classic Sousa marches to hard-charging rock-and-roll, the 122nd Army Band will cover a breadth of American music and offers something for everyone. And, of course, patriotic favorites that pay tribute to America and the veterans that secured and defended the last 250 years of independence!

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ABOUT THE 122ND ARMY BAND

Based in Columbus, The 122nd Army Band performs across Ohio and beyond, serving as musical ambassadors for the Army National Guard. Their concerts feature a variety of ensembles and music styles, making every performance memorable and meaningful. We hope you'll join us for this one-of-a-kind event! Bring your family, invite your friends, and join the 122nd's Soldier-Musicians to celebrate 250 years of American freedom and independence! For more information, visit our website. We look forward to seeing you at Hamilton County Memorial Hall for a night of music and community spirit!

The 122nd Army Band Rock in the USA

Celebrate Ohio’s armed services with a FREE concert by Flashbang, the 122nd Army Band's popular rock band, on Sunday, June 26, at 7 p.m., presented by the Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society and Memorial Hall.

Performing a wide repertoire of entertaining popular music, from rock to pop to country to everything in between, Flashbang has been entertaining the soldiers of the Ohio National Guard and the people of the State of Ohio for years. The band has rocked the house at the Tri-C Rock Off at the House of Blues in Cleveland, the Franklin County Fair, Akron Rib, White & Blue Festival, and more. Flashbang also regularly performs in schools to promote music education and recruit for the Ohio National Guard.

Masks are optional for this event. Confirmation of vaccination status is not required.

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