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Marching Band Competitions and Events

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Marching Band Competitions and Events

Derby Midshipmen Band from Mark Atkins Personnel Archive 2005

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Entering band competitions and joining events where you can showcase your bands' prowess is a great learning experience. There are many exciting opportunities open to marching bands, here are but a few:

Alphabetical Listing for 2012

  • Honolulu Festival Parade of Bands - Location and Parade Date: Honolulu, Hawaii/March 4, 2012

  • Lake Waconia Band Festival - Location and Parade Date: New York City/TBA

  • National Independence Day Parade - Location and Parade Date: Constitution Avenue and 7th Street/July 4, 2012

  • National Memorial Day Parade - Location and Parade Date: Washington D.C./May 28, 2012

  • Osseo Marching Band Festival - Location and Parade Date: Osseo, Minnesota/June 23, 2012

  • Portland Rose Festival - Location and Parade Date: Portland, Oregon/June 6, 2012

    Know of other events and competitions for marching bands? Email it to musiced.guide@about.com

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