72nd Annual U of A Band Day

The University of Arizona School of Music and AZMBA are proud to host the 72nd Annual University of Arizona Band Day at Arizona Stadium on Saturday, November 1st, 2025.

Featuring the finest high school marching bands from across the southwest, ranging in size from 30 to over 250 members, each band is evaluated by a panel of expert judges from around the nation in a number of categories including visual execution, musical presentation, and overall performance.

The Pride of Arizona, under the direction of School of Music professor Chad Shoopman, will also present exhibition performances at the conclusion of the morning and evening sessions. This year’s show features the music of Michael Jackson.

Full Schedule, Program, and more:
https://bandday.music.arizona.edu

General Admission: $15
Seniors (55+) / Military / Students / UA Employees: $12
Children age 5 and under: Free
Buy tickets online, by phone (520-621-1162), or at the CFA Box Office. Cash only at the gate.

NOTE: Arizona Stadium "clear bag” policy will not be in effect for Band Day.

You may also like the following events from Arizona Marching Band Association:

• This September, 20th September, 08:00 am, Casa Grande Show (Evaluation Plus) in Casa Grande
• This September, 27th September, 07:00 am, Buckeye Show (Flipped) in Buckeye

Also check out other Music events in Tucson, Entertainment events in Tucson, Exhibitions in Tucson.