Information on parades, field show competitions and special events for high school marching bands.
WGI Color Guard World Championships
Dayton, Ohio
April 11-13, 2013
The premier showcase for winter color guard.
National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade
Washington, D.C.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Spring celebration commemorates friendship with Japan.
WGI Percussion World Championships
Dayton, Ohio
April 18-20, 2013
The premier showcase for indoor percussion ensembles.
National Memorial Day Parade
Washington, D.C.
Monday, May 27, 2013
Tribute to the sacrifice and service of America's Veterans.
D-Day Anniversary
Normandy, France
June 2013
Performance tour honors the history and heroes of D-Day.
Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade
Portland, Oregon
Saturday, June 8, 2013
All-floral floats highlight the "Best Festival in the World."
Pioneerland Band Festival
Benson, Minnesota
Friday, June 14, 2013
Minnesota's parade season kicks into high gear.
Osseo Marching Band Festival
Osseo, Minnesota
Saturday, June 29, 2013
Bands-only summer parade contest near Minneapolis.
Vikingland Band Festival Parade Marching Championship
Alexandria, Minnesota
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Prestigious festival celebrates its 29th year in 2013.
National Independence Day Parade
Washington, D.C.
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Patriotic red-white-and-blue celebration of America's birthday.
Calgary Stampede Parade and Showbands Live
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
July 5-14, 2012
Bands from around the world compete for $34,000 in prizes.
Waseca Marching Classic
Waseca, Minnesota
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Event features parade, field, clinics and a fireworks finale.
Tri-State Band Festival
Luverne, Minnesota
Saturday, September 28, 2013
This long-running event features both parade and field.
Festival of Bands, USA
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Saturday, October 5, 2013
A large lineup for parade, field prelims and finals.
Youth In Music Marching Band Championships
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Bands from across the Midwest perform in the Metrodome.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
New York, New York
Thursday, November 28, 2013
Televised spectacle kicks off the holiday season.
Thanksgiving Parade of Bands at the Walt Disney World® Resort
Orlando, Florida
Thursday, November 28, 2013
Bands experience Disney's magic at the holidays.
Waikiki Holiday Parade
Honolulu, Hawaii
Friday, November 29, 2013
Bands are warmly welcomed at this exciting destination.
America's Children's Holiday Parade
Oakland, California
Saturday, December 7, 2013
Bands, balloons and characters join this televised event.
Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade
Honolulu, Hawaii
Saturday, December 7, 2013
Official parade commemorating the Pearl Harbor Anniversary.
Rome New Year's Parade
Rome, Italy
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Features bands from across Europe and the United States.
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Philadelphia Independence Day Parade
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Historic celebration marches in front of Independence Hall.
DCI World Championships
Michigan City and Indianapolis, Indiana
August 6-11, 2012
The crowning event of the Drum Corps International tour.
Bands of America Regional Championships
Various Sites
September/October/November, 2012
World-class band performances with expert evaluators.
Champlin Park Rebel Classic
Champlin, Minnesota
Saturday, October 6, 2012
This well-attended contest draws bands from several states.
Quad State Marching Competition
Vermillion, South Dakota
Saturday, October 13, 2012
A major regional contest in a climate-controlled dome.
Bands of America Grand National Championships
Indianapolis, Indiana
November 7-10, 2012
Recognized as the nation's premier field marching event.
NYC Veterans Day Parade and Band of Pride Tribute
New York, New York
Saturday-Sunday, November 10-11, 2012
Largest veterans parade in USA plus mass band performance.
San Diego Veterans Day Parade and Band of Pride Tribute
San Diego, California
Sunday-Monday, November 11-12, 2012
Mass band rally plus parade with Grand Marshal Chuck Yeager.
Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Parade
Chicago, Illinois
Saturday, November 17, 2012
Lighted procession illuminates Michigan Avenue.
Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Oldest Thanksgiving Day parade in America.
West Chester Old Fashioned Christmas Parade
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Friday, November 30, 2012
Bands compete and welcome Santa on streets of historic town.
Fiesta Bowl Parade and Fiesta Bowl Band Championship
Phoenix, Arizona
Saturday-Sunday, December 29-30, 2012
Prestigious parade and field contests with bands from across the nation.
Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade
Pasadena, California
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
America's New Year Celebration is televised around the world.
Honolulu Festival Parade of Bands
Honolulu, Hawaii
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Premier Hawaiian parade features a marching band competition.
New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade
New York, NY
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Historic spectacle features more than 100 bands.