State Military Marching Band Championships 2026

Military ContestMcLane Stadium, Baylor University: Waco
Military Contest Information
Military Contest Adjudication Sheets
Schedule
2026 1A/2A and 4A Contests: October 27
Session 1: Tuesday, October 27: 1A/2A Prelims (morning) and 4A Prelims (afternoon)
Session 2: Tuesday, October 27: 1A/2A Finals and 4A Finals (evening)
2026 3A and 5A/6A Contests: October 28
Session 1: Wednesday, October 28: 3A Prelims (morning) and 5A/6A Prelims (afternoon)
Session 2: Wednesday, October 28: 3A Finals and 5A/6A Finals (evening)
Ticket Information
Single Session Tickets: $20 plus fees
Double Session Tickets: $35 plus fees
Double Session Ticket Options: Sessions 1 and 2
Tickets are available for purchase at Gate C Main Entry. Spectators are encouraged to arrive early to avoid congestion at the doors. The Box Office will open 75 minutes prior to first performance of the day and doors will open 45 minutes prior to the first performance in each session.
Spectator Parking
Spectator Parking will be in Lots 1 and 2.
McLane Stadium Policies
McLane Stadium Rules and Regulations can be found here.
Photography
Jolesch Enterprises has contracted with UIL to provide photography for the event. To access the Jolesch Enterprises site for photos of the event, please click here.
Live Stream and Media
For more information see NAMMB
Adjudicators
1A/2A & 4A: TBD
3A & 5A/6A: TBD
Future Dates
October 26, 2027: 3A & 5A/6A Contests (site tbd)
October 27, 2027: 1A/2A & 4A Contests (site tbd)
October 24, 2028: 1A/2A & 4A Contests (site tbd)
October 25, 2028: 3A & 5A/6A Contests (site tbd)