Austin, TX, September 21, 2025
News Summary
The 2025 Bands of America season is gearing up to begin with four regional championships across the United States. Locations include Austin, TX, Las Cruces, NM, Toledo, OH, and McAllen, TX, where top-performing bands will compete. Each event promises thrilling performances and a vibrant atmosphere. The season will also feature the highly anticipated Texas Marching Classic, culminating in the Grand National Championships at Lucas Oil Stadium. Expect exceptional talent as bands showcase their skills and compete for prestigious titles.
Austin, TX – The 2025 Bands of America (BOA) season is set to launch with four regional championships on September 20, 2025, across the United States. This season promises to showcase exceptional talent with competitions taking place in Austin, TX, Las Cruces, NM, Toledo, OH, and McAllen, TX.
The Austin Regional kicks off at 9:00 AM CT at the Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex. Gates will open at 8:30 AM CT, welcoming numerous top-performing bands. This competition will feature all but two of the finalists from the 2024 Austin regional and last year’s regional champion, Vandegrift High School.
In Las Cruces, NM, the Las Cruces Regional will begin at 9:00 AM MT at Aggie Memorial Stadium. This event will include nearly twenty ensembles with gates opening shortly before the performance starts.
Toledo, OH, will host the Toledo Regional with an 9:15 AM ET start time at Glass Bowl Stadium. This regional will feature over twenty ensembles from five different states. Gates will open at 8:45 AM ET.
The McAllen Regional, taking place at McAllen Veterans Memorial, has a start time set for 9:12 AM CT. Over twenty ensembles will compete, with gates opening at 8:42 AM CT.
For the Austin Regional, the judging panel will include Chief Judge Nola Jones, who hails from Nashville, TN. Each regional event promises an engaging atmosphere as bands showcase their dedication, creativity, and skill.
As the 2025 BOA season progresses, it will include the highly anticipated Texas Marching Classic on October 11, 2025. This event will feature eighteen elite marching bands from the South, including Vandegrift, Ronald Reagan, Round Rock, and Vista Ridge. An optional judges’ clinic is scheduled for October 12, 2025, allowing for further development and feedback.
Participating bands in the Texas Marching Classic will compete for the Grand Champion title, which includes categories for Individual & Ensemble Music, Visual, General Effect, Percussion, and Auxiliary.
The season will culminate with the 2025 Bands of America Grand National Championships, which will occur from November 13 to November 15, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. This season also marks a milestone for the Boston Crusaders as they aim for their first World Class gold medal with their program titled “BOOM.”
Enthusiasts are encouraged to follow the Texas Marching Classic on social media for updates and insights into the competitions. Bands will perform in state-of-the-art facilities, evaluated by a team of experienced judges familiar with the standards of BOA and DCI.
Overall, the 2025 Bands of America season promises to deliver thrilling performances as talented marching bands compete for recognition and prestige.
FAQs
When does the 2025 Bands of America season start?
The 2025 Bands of America season begins on September 20, 2025.
What are the locations of the four regional championships?
The regional championships will take place in Austin, TX; Las Cruces, NM; Toledo, OH; and McAllen, TX.
What time does the Austin Regional start?
The Austin Regional starts at 9:00 AM CT.
What does the Texas Marching Classic feature?
The Texas Marching Classic will feature eighteen elite marching bands from across the South, including Vandegrift, Ronald Reagan, Round Rock, and Vista Ridge.
When is the Texas Marching Classic scheduled?
The Texas Marching Classic is scheduled for October 11, 2025, with an optional judges clinic on October 12, 2025.
When will the Grand National Championships occur?
The 2025 Bands of America Grand National Championships will occur from November 13 to November 15, 2025.
Key Features of the 2025 Bands of America Season
| Event | Date | Location | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Regional | September 20, 2025 | Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex, Austin, TX | 9:00 AM CT |
| Las Cruces Regional | September 20, 2025 | Aggie Memorial Stadium, Las Cruces, NM | 9:00 AM MT |
| Toledo Regional | September 20, 2025 | Glass Bowl Stadium, Toledo, OH | 9:15 AM ET |
| McAllen Regional | September 20, 2025 | McAllen Veterans Memorial, McAllen, TX | 9:12 AM CT |
| Texas Marching Classic | October 11-12, 2025 | TBD | TBD |
| Grand National Championships | November 13-15, 2025 | Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis | TBD |
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Additional Resources
- FloMarching: The 2025 Texas Marching Classic is Back on October 11
- Wikipedia: Marching Band Competition
- FloMarching: 2025 BOA Austin Regional Prelims Schedule
- Google Search: 2025 BOA Austin Regional Prelims
- FloMarching: Updated Running List 2025 Texas Marching Classic Bands/Show Titles
- Google Scholar: 2025 Texas Marching Classic
- FloMarching: 2025 Texas Marching Classic Collection
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Marching Band
- FloMarching: 2025 Texas Marching Classic Event
- Google News: 2025 Texas Marching Classic
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